The HP Server Console switch integrates KVM & serial devices into a single management console for all your servers, network devices & infrastructure. Requiring no software to be installed on the target servers the HP Server Console Switch provides a true KVM solution for local system management. Tiering support for the HP Server Console Switches & the previous generation of legacy Compaq KVM switches means that to 256 servers can be managed from a single KVM console. Utilizing CAT5 UTP cables between the switch & server, facilitates cable routing & allows for field termination of custom cable lengths. Integration with the HP IP Console switch ensures that the local KVM solution can be integrated smoothly & easily into a KVM/IP remote management solution. Serial support means that Linux, Unix base & network devices can be all be managed from a single console.