Paragon 2-user, 4-user models

 

Two New Paragon^® Models Provide
Cost-Effective KVM Scalability for the Enterprise

Paragon 2-user, 42-port (UMT242) and 4-user, 42-port (UMT442) Matrix Switching Units join the highly acclaimed 8-user, 32-port (UMT8) model to provide Category 5 UTP cable-based, stand-alone solutions for applications requiring fewer than 8 users, and cost-effective scalability for high-density server racks.

High Port-Density for Optimal Scalability
The two new Matrix Switching Units offer the highest port-density currently available in a Cat5-based KVM switch, providing access to 42 devices in a 1U form factor. In addition to representing a stand-alone Cat5 solution for environments with 2 to 4 users, this high port-density also greatly increases the scalability of Paragon enterprise solutions.

For example, a configuration giving eight users access to 512 servers using the existing 8-user, 32-port Paragon switch requires the maximum 3-tier configuration. However, by deploying a multi-base, two-tier configuration, adding just four UMT242 units as a base tier, eight users can access an additional 160 servers with a relatively modest incremental investment, and still have the ability to add a third tier to access up to 1,960 servers if growth dictates.

Paragon Compatibility
The new Paragon switches support the same Paragon User Station and CIMs as the current 8-user model. Both new models also support all Paragon Ready™ products for management of all data center devices in a Paragon-centric environment, including Raritan’s Z-Series™ and MasterConsole® MXU2 for high-density server access, ConsoleSwitch™ SCS232 for access to serial devices, and IP-Reach for remote access over IP or dial-up modem.