The Avocent Merge Point Unity switches include both KVM over IP & serial console management technology in a single appliance. This unique combination provides IT administrators a complete remote management solution to access & control servers, networking equipment, & other devices found in data centers & branch offices. The Merge Point Unity switches enhance the in-band management typically done through the NIC of IT equipment by providing secure & remote out-of-band connections directly to the physical KVM, USB (Universal Serial Bus), & serial ports. This unified approach enables IT administrators a faster method to diagnose, reconfigure, or restore equipment to meet SLAs & minimize downtime.