Overview

The Draco tera matrix switch sets new standards in DVI/KVM switching.

With its 288, 160, 80 or 48 ports the Draco tera offers sufficient resources, even for extra complex applications. Thanks to the intelligent use of the latest technology, the Draco tera is leading in its class regarding functionality and usability, too.

The Draco tera is equipped with the unique Flex-Port-Technology, for example. This technology offers a totally flexible configuration of the ports as an input or output port. As a result the port can be used complety free as a CPU port (connection to a computer) or as a CON port (connection to a console) and it can be switched according to the requirements. Thanks to the high flexibility it can be guaranteed that the Draco tera is suitable for every conceivable situation. You can switch 200 CPUs to 88 consoles, 240 CPUs to 48 consoles or even 144 DVI sources to 144 monitors, for example. Any conceivable combination is possible that does not exceed the maximum amount of available ports.

Other switch solutions that are available on the market can only be switched symmetrically (e.g. a 160 port switch has 80 inputs and 80 outputs). The Draco tera does not waste valuable ports.

The operation of the connectable extenders is also very easy. As soon as a Draco extender is connected, it registers at the Draco tera with a clearly defined identification number (ID). These devices are assigned to a CPU or a console and stored permanently in the switch. From this point it does not matter to which port of the switch the respective device is connected to. The switching operations of the Draco tera are even done correctly if the connection cables are swapped.

The definition of CPUs and consoles was made significantly easier, too. Now it is possible to set a CPU with three DVI sources and two USB 2.0 connections or a Dual-Head system with one USB 2.0 connection. If you do a switching operation of such a combined system, all devices will be switched correctly and at the same time.

Of course, the Draco tera also offers the well known advantages of the Draco major like Instant Switching (delayless switching between CPUs). By contrast to IP based solutions that have switching times of up to 10-15 seconds, the Draco tera switches within milliseconds. The Draco tera further offers the Mix and Match functionality, too. This means a various mixture of Cat X and fiber modules (I/O) in the switch. And that is not all, it is also possible to transmit signals that go into the switch from a Cat X device to a fiber port. The signals are always transmitted appropriately.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Details

Product Features

• Instant switching
• Flex-Port-Technology - all I/O ports can be configured as input or output, 
  e.g. from 1:287 to 287:1 or 1:160 to 160:1 (CPUs : Consoles)
• Modular and scalable system up to 288 ports
• I/O boards available for Cat X, single-mode or for free configuration
• Mix and Match: Mixed operation of Cat X and fiber
  Connectors (DVI-D, DVI-I, USB-HID, USB 2.0, RS232, analog and digital audio) depending on CPU/CON Unit used
• Operation modes:
  - KVM switch
  - Crosspoint switch
• Comforable Operation via
  - Draco tera OSD (On Screen Display): Internal switch operating system for stand-alone pre-configuration
  - Draco tera Javat tool (minimum requirement: Java version 1.6): platform independent (Windows, Linux, Mac OS), remote access to Draco tera, comfortable creating and editing configurations, convenient user and access management, firmware updates (for matrix switches and extender). 
  Download Draco tera Java-Tool (5,57 MB)
• Power supply by built-in power supply units – third power supply unit as an option for a higher reliability
• Detailed manual available (2.38 MB)

Technical Data

• Power supply (internal): 90-240VAC / 4-2 A / 50-60 Hz
• Maximum Resolution: DVI Single-Link, 1920x1200@60Hz / 24 bit
• Maximum Cable Distances
  - Cat X < 140 m 
  - Fiber: Multi-Mode < 1000 m / Single-Mode < 10 km
  

Part No.

The scope of delivery includes a basic unit with a control board, two power supply units, two fan trays and an exchangeable filter pad; I/O boards according to the configuration.

Product Notation	Part No.
Draco tera Switches
Draco tera 48 ports, empty (basic unit with control board and two power supply units),  free configuration	K480-048
Draco tera 80 ports, empty (basic unit with control board and two power supply units),  free configuration	K480-080
Draco tera 160 ports, empty (basic unit with control board and two power supply units),  free configuration	K480-160
Draco tera 288 ports, empty (basic unit with control board and two power supply units),  free configuration	K480-288
I/O boards
Draco tera Cat X I/O board (8 ports)	480-C8
Draco tera fiber I/O board (8 ports)	480-S8
Draco tera fiber I/O board (empty, free configuration, no SFPs)	480-X8
Draco tera SDI I/O board (16 ports)	480-SD/16
Optional Accessories
Single-Mode GBIC for the use with Draco minor / major / tera	459-1S
Draco tera Fan Board spare part for 160	480-FAN-160
Draco tera Fan Board spare part for 288	480-FAN-288
Power Supply for Draco tera 48  (90-240VAC unit as a replacement or as an upgrade for redundant power supply)	480-RED-48
Power Supply for Draco tera 80  (90-240VAC unit as a replacement or as an upgrade for redundant power supply)	480-RED-80
Power Supply for Draco tera 160  (90-240VAC unit as a replacement or as an upgrade for redundant power supply)	480-RED-160
Power Supply for Draco tera 288  (90-240VAC unit as a replacement or as an upgrade for redundant power supply)	480-RED-288

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Download

 Draco tera datasheet (4 pages) (356.09 kB)

 Draco tera manual (3.04 MB) 

 Download Draco tera Java-Tool (5,57 MB)