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March 26th, 2003 17:00

2161DS w/ USB

I've got a 2161DS KVM switch that I need to add a couple of servers to that don't have PS/2 ports for the keyboard and mouse.  The Appendices in the 2161's documentation say that USB SIPS are supported, but I can't for the life of me figure out how.

I haven't been able to find a place to purchase them on  Dell's site, and the ones I tried purchasing from Avocent don't work either (I've tried both the DSRIQs and the AVRIQs).

Avocent indicated that a firmware update may be necessary, but since their official stance is that they don't support OEM versions of their products, they couldn't tell me more than that. And between the two Dell Technical support people I've talked to, one pointed me towards Avocent, and the other just said 'Yup, they're supported,' and that was about it.

Anyone have any idea where I could look for more info on this?

Jonathan Fischer

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    Posted March 14th, 2007 06:00

    Sure...
    The Dell KVM SIP's with USB are available under Dell Part #: 310-5680
     
    Here is what it reads:
    "Replace your bulky KVM cable with the USB Server Interface Pod (SIP) from Dell™. It converts the keyboard, monitor, and mouse signals from a server and drives them up to 32.8 ft through a single CAT 5 cable. Moreover, the SIP cable draws its power from the server and has a keep alive functionality that is designed to keep your server working properly with or without connectivity to the KVM switch. This product has been tested and validated on Dell™ systems to ensure it will work with your KVM switch and is compatible with Dell™ 2161DS Remote Console Switch. It is supported by Dell™ Technical Support when used with a Dell™ System.

    Manufacturer Part# : 2R904
    Dell Part# : 310-5680
    UNSPSC: 4321160100"

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