Fujitsu KVM switch secures net-connected PCs

By Bernard Cole
iApplianceWeb
(10/26/02, 10:30:20 PM EDT)

Sunnyvale, Ca. -- Fujitsu Components America, Inc. has released an intelligent Keyboard/video/monitor (KVM))switch that electrically isolates in-house, LAN-connected PCs from Internet-connected PCs to prevent possible virus infection and block hacker attacks.

The hardwired secure device also blocks unauthorized up- and downloads to and from the Internet by in-house users.

Targeted to small-to-mid-size applications, the 4-port SERVIS Secure KVM switch (FS-405S) allows four users to share read-only access to one external LAN-connected PC. It can also be used to switch between software development and other users' machines, as well as in-house network machines. One unit allows switching between four private-use, dedicated PCs and one shared-use PC.

Two FS-405S units may be cascaded together to expand the number of users to a maximum of eight. Cables are available in 1.8 and 3.0-meter lengths.

It incorporates a dedicated microprocessor for each PC and a keyboard/mouse to assure seamless, stable switching between machines. Tapping the Scroll Lock key twice performs the switching function. The status of the shared PC is indicated by the Scroll Lock LED.

It also supports personal computers and workstations with PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports as well as 200MHz multi-sync monitors (VGA through UXGA) with up to 1600 x 1200 dot-per-inch resolution.

The SERVIS Secure unit measures 290mm (W) x 110mm (D) x 42mm (H) which also incorporates a removable magnetic mount that allows the unit to hang from a metal surface to conserve desktop space. Power is supplied by the connected PCs, so an external power supply is not required.

Available now it is priced at $785 in single-piece quantities.

Go to www.fcai.fujitsu.com for more information on this product.

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