{"id":3187,"date":"2021-06-23T09:45:52","date_gmt":"2021-06-23T07:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.gdsys.de\/en\/?p=3187"},"modified":"2021-06-23T09:45:52","modified_gmt":"2021-06-23T07:45:52","slug":"kvm-basics-kvm-for-industrial-process-automation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.gdsys.de\/en\/2021\/06\/23\/kvm-basics-kvm-for-industrial-process-automation\/","title":{"rendered":"KVM Basics: KVM for Industrial Process Automation"},"content":{"rendered":"

G&D\u2019s KVM solutions have been a mainstay in mission-critical control rooms for decades. With that type of longevity, we know a thing or two about how KVM systems can fit in just about any control room ecosystem. With engineers around the globe relying on our KVM solutions, it is important to have that know-how and to be able to share it with the world.<\/p>\n

So, what exactly does KVM do? And what type of solutions can G&D provide especially for industrial process automation? If you are uninitiated into the concept of KVM, let us cover the basics and explain a bit about the benefits of KVM technology.<\/p>\n

KVM Extenders<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Grey<\/a>KVM extenders<\/a> do exactly what the name implies. They extend a computer\u2019s signal, which allows more flexibility in the control room. The devices help you to store computers in a temperature-controlled environment, thousands of feet away from your desk. This makes for less clutter in the control room and more efficient computer operations. Computers are stored access protected and even USB access can be limited. Administration no longer has to take place in the control environment and therefore doesn\u2019t disturb the staff during work.<\/p>\n

These extenders are also very flexible with inputs for DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI and VGA. Plus, with our incredibly broad range of products, you can extend your KVM systems via IP or with classical KVM.<\/p>\n

KVM Switches<\/strong><\/h2>\n

KVM switches<\/a> let you operate several computers with only one mouse, one keyboard and up to four screens. This peripheral-saving solution increases user-friendliness and ergonomics at your workplace. In addition, these devices often form the basis for setting up redundant systems in different control room applications. By cascading several KVM switches, you can switch and operate up to 64 computers from one workstation.<\/p>\n

KVM Matrix Systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Digital KVM matrix switches<\/a> let you operate multiple computers over multiple consoles (consisting of display, keyboard & mouse).<\/p>\n

The systems consist of three components:<\/p>\n