Re: [foxboro] DNBI Cabling for long Distance

Kevin, 

I am sorry this is the first time to hear about KVM, what is this? Does it
support fiber optic cables as it is the only option we have in our case? Is
it supported by Foxboro? 

Do you know why Foxboro does not support or recommend using media
converters? What type of converters did you use and can I get a sketch of it
if possible? 

Regards, 

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Sent: Wednesday, July 26, 2006 1:22 AM
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Subject: Re: [foxboro] DNBI Cabling for long Distance

Waleed,


> What about if the DNBI and the processor are separated by a distance of
> greater than 45m, can we use a media converter at both ends and use
> fiber optic cables in between?

We have one workstation istalled this way.  It is definitely a configuration
not
supported by foxboro, but has worked without problems for us.

One other option to consider is to locate the workstation near the DNBI and
use
a kvm extender.  High end KVM extenders are available for both PC and Sun
workstations.  Most will support extensions to 1000 feet (although the
longer
the extension, the lower the video resolution supported).  If you need to
extend
the serial port also to support a GCIO there are a few manufacturers who
make a
kvm+serial for Sun (and lots for windows).

Regards,

Kevin FitzGerrell
Carter Holt Harvey, Ltd.
+64 27 460 9994
 
 
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