About Avocent

History
Avocent was formed in 2000 from the merger of the world’s two largest KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) switch manufacturers: Apex and Cybex Computer Products Corporation. Today, with more than two decades of experience, Avocent is the leading global provider of KVM switching and network connectivity solutions for data centers of all sizes. Avocent has grown through product innovations, global expansion and strategic acquisitions. In 2001, Avocent acquired Equinox Systems; 2C Computing was acquired in 2002 and is now the company’s Digital Desktops Division; Soronti, Inc. and Crystal Link Technologies were acquired in 2003; OSA Technologies, Inc. and Sonic Mobility, Inc. were acquired in 2004.

Avocent KVM
The history of Avocent innovation includes multi-platform switching, analog matrix switching, extension over CAT 5, PCI bus extension, patented on-screen menus, remote KVM connectivity, digital KVM over IP connections, digital-analog integrated access to multiple servers and wireless KVM extension.

KVM switching systems eliminate the need for extra keyboards, monitors and mice and allow businesses to save critical space in their data centers. KVM over IP switching systems eliminate distance limitations and provide 24/7 access and control to any number of servers. Avocent software management and KVM over IP switching systems allow IT managers to sit at a single console and have secure, local and remote access and control of multiple servers and network data center devices including power and environmental systems.

Avocent DSR switches are revolutionary in the industry. They combine powerful analog and digital connections in one switch using Avocent KVM over IP switching technology and CAT 5 connectivity. Administrators can gain worldwide access and control of their servers and serial devices and can track them all from a single computer screen. The expanding Avocent product line includes the DS Series, AMX, SwitchView and AutoView KVM switching systems.

Equinox
Recognized as the leader in serial connectivity products, Equinox provides high-speed serial communications which integrate seamlessly into any application that needs a flexible, reliable and cost-effective serial connectivity solution. The Equinox network-based appliance family is comprised of serial hubs and terminal servers. The flexible bus-based family includes a range of multiport serial adapters supplemented with connector panel and cabling convenience options for servers and workstations.

Digital Desktops
Digital Desktops award-winning PCI bus extension solution is the only digital transport method available today between a desktop and remote PC. A small footprint desktop appliance receives the PCI bus signal allowing for full PC functionality without the PC present. Applications for the product include crowded trading floors, harsh industrial plants and secure government facilities requiring security of physical assets and data.

Soronti
Soronti innovative technologies and system management expertise strengthen Avocent server management offerings and the development of embedded technologies for servers. Soronti engineering contributed to the development of the SwitchView IP KVM solution which provides access to a single PC or existing KVM switch from anywhere in the world.

Crystal Link
Crystal Link, which played a role in the development of the first Avocent wireless KVM extension product, provides a family of wireless solutions that combine proprietary digital processing and data compression technology with the latest broadband digital RF transmission. The result is performance that is virtually identical to traditional wired displays.

OSA Technologies, Inc.
OSA Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Avocent Corporation, provides embedded platform management solutions to the server, blade, telecommunications, networking, and storage marketplaces worldwide. OSA’s marketing-leading solutions, including IPMI software and firmware, are well entrenched through partnerships with major silicon vendors, system and design manufacturers, and branded OEMs. Building on its first mover advantage, OSA has strategically located sales, support and development centers in San Jose, Taipei and Shanghai to more closely meet the embedded management needs of system vendors shipping OSA-enabled products worldwide. Visit www.osatechnologies.com for more information about OSA.

Sonic Mobility
Sonic Mobility adds wireless network administration and mobile device solutions for multiple platforms to the Avocent portfolio. Solutions include software that allows the use of mobile devices to manage network and data center infrastructures; and software that provides increased network security when managing cellular PDAs, smart phones and similar devices.