Emerald® PE KVM-over-IP - DisplayPort, USB 2.0, Audio, Dual Network Ports RJ45 and SFP

The Emerald PE KVM-over-IP is a state-of-the-art remote administration appliance designed to deliver a desktop-like experience over a TCP/IP network. Built for today’s data centers, enterprise IT rooms, remote offices, and hybrid cloud environments, this solution puts you in the driver’s seat of your servers from anywhere. With BIOS-level access, robust video and peripheral support, and intelligent network architecture, the Emerald PE transforms how IT teams perform maintenance, provisioning, and incident response—reducing travel time, accelerating problem resolution, and increasing overall operational efficiency.

• Remote, desktop-like control over IP

  Access the host systems with the same precision and responsiveness you expect from a local console. The Emerald PE provides browser-based console sessions and optional client software, delivering intuitive navigation, fast keyboard and mouse input, and smooth video. This enables administrators, support technicians, and developers to manage servers, install operating systems, perform BIOS/POST diagnostics, and troubleshoot issues without leaving the data center or office. By unifying remote access across multiple hosts, teams can streamline workflows and shorten MTTR (mean time to repair).

• DisplayPort video and USB 2.0 peripheral support

  DisplayPort delivers high-quality video to modern monitors with vibrant color, sharp text, and fluid visuals—ideal for remote firmware updates, graphics-intensive diagnostics, and live monitoring. Paired with USB 2.0 peripheral support, you can connect keyboards, mice, USB storage devices, diagnostic dongles, and other essential tools directly to the Emerald PE. The result is a comprehensive remote workspace that supports everyday administration as well as advanced testing and development tasks, all through a single interface.

• Integrated audio for richer remote maintenance

  Audio passthrough enables bidirectional sound during remote sessions, which is valuable for audio-based diagnostics, alert tone verification, and collaboration with on-site staff. Whether you’re auditing system alerts, conducting remote video conferencing, or validating multimedia playback on a guest host, the Emerald PE keeps audio synchronized with the video stream for accurate and efficient remote operations.

• Dual network ports for reliability and deployment flexibility

  Two independent network interfaces—RJ45 and SFP—offer redundancy, failover capability, or deliberate load balancing. This design helps maintain uninterrupted access in challenging environments, supports fiber connectivity for high-bandwidth deployments, and enables flexible network segmentation or dedicated management networks. With dual ports, you can implement robust disaster recovery plans and ensure compliant, always-on remote management for critical infrastructure.

• Secure, scalable remote management

  Centralized access controls, session logging, and encrypted communications are built in to support enterprise IT policies and compliance needs. The Emerald PE scales from small labs to large data centers, allowing administrators to manage fleets of servers with consistent policy enforcement, role-based access, and auditable activity. This security-forward design helps protect sensitive data and ensures that remote management aligns with organizational governance requirements.

Technical Details of Emerald PE KVM-over-IP

• DisplayPort video interface supports high-quality output to contemporary displays, delivering crisp text, precise color rendering, and smooth video playback for maintenance tasks, diagnostic sessions, and remote provisioning.
• USB 2.0 peripheral support accommodates essential devices such as keyboards, mice, USB drives, diagnostic adapters, and other tools required for remote maintenance and OS deployment.
• Integrated audio passthrough enables bidirectional sound, facilitating audio-based diagnostics, alert verification, and collaborative problem-solving during remote sessions.
• Dual network ports (RJ45 and SFP) provide redundancy, allow network segmentation, and enable flexible deployment in fiber-rich data-center environments or campus networks.
• KVM-over-IP over TCP/IP enables browser-based console access and/or client software sessions, delivering responsive remote control across multiple hosts and sessions.
• Security and management features include authentication, access controls, session logging, and centralized management to support enterprise IT policies and governance.
• Cross-platform compatibility and scalable performance make the Emerald PE suitable for a wide range of operating systems, virtualization platforms, and data-center architectures—from small test labs to large-scale deployments.

How to install Emerald PE KVM-over-IP

• Plan your deployment: identify the optimal location for the unit in the rack, determine whether you will rely on the RJ45 port, the SFP port, or both for redundancy and network segmentation, and confirm compatibility with your existing management tools.
• Physically install the Emerald PE in a standard rack or an appropriate enclosure, connect it to power, and verify that status indicators indicate normal operation before proceeding.
• Attach a DisplayPort monitor to the DP output and ensure any required adapters or cables are in place to support your display configuration and resolution targets.
• Connect the host’s input devices (keyboard and mouse) via the unit’s USB ports or through supported pass-through interfaces, following the model’s port mapping and your workflow needs.
• Link the network interfaces: connect RJ45 to your management network and, if used, install an SFP transceiver for fiber connectivity. Configure link settings, VLANs, and any required traffic shaping or redundancy policies in alignment with your IT environment.
• Power up the device and access the management interface: obtain the Emerald PE’s IP address (via the front panel display or DHCP) and log in using a supported browser or the supplied management client.
• Configure initial settings: set up administrator accounts, define network parameters, apply security policies, and register target hosts for remote access. Validate that you can establish a remote session to verify video, input, and audio paths.
• Deploy and scale: add additional hosts as needed, create user groups and access rules, and implement any required automation or provisioning workflows to streamline ongoing IT operations.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Emerald PE KVM-over-IP?

  Emerald PE KVM-over-IP is a remote management appliance that lets you control and interact with multiple servers over a TCP/IP network. It provides a browser-based or client-based console, DisplayPort video, USB peripherals, audio, and dual network connectivity for reliable, remote server administration.

• What video resolution does it support?

  The system supports DisplayPort video with high-quality output suitable for modern monitors. Resolution and frame rate depend on the connected host, monitor capabilities, and available network bandwidth, ensuring a responsive remote experience under typical enterprise conditions.

• Can I use both RJ45 and SFP networks at the same time?

  Yes. The dual-network design supports redundancy, failover, and flexible deployment options. You can configure active/passive failover, load balancing, or dedicated management networks to meet your organizational requirements.

• Does it offer BIOS-level access?

  Yes. Emerald PE provides BIOS-level access to the host, enabling remote power control, POST diagnostics, and operating-system deployment without on-site intervention.

• Which browsers or clients are supported?

  Access is available through standard HTML5-capable web browsers such as Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, with optional vendor-provided management clients when applicable for enhanced features or additional integrations.