> The Management Panel
> Once you have installed a new Remote Console Switch, you have the ability to view and configure unit parameters, determine who has access and control rights, view and control currently active video sessions and execute a variety of control functions such as rebooting and upgrading your Remote Console Switch. This is accomplished through the Appliance Management Panel (AMP). The AMP has three tabs: Settings, Status, and Tools.

> NOTE: | The Dell Remote Console Switch Software can be used to manage Avocent® A1000R and A2000R Remote Console Switches. Therefore, all procedures outlined in this document refer to both Remote Console Switch and Avocent Remote Console Switches. Exceptions are noted where applicable.

> To access the AMP:

> 1 | Click the Remote Console Switches tab in the Explorer.

> 2 | Double-click a Remote Console Switch from the Unit Selector pane. -or- Select a Remote Console Switch from the Unit Selector pane, and then click the Manage Remote Console Switch task button. -or- Right-click a Remote Console Switch in the Unit Selector pane. A pop-up menu appears. Select Manage Remote Console Switch. -or- Click a Remote Console Switch in the Unit Selector pane and press <Enter>. A password prompt appears.

> 3 | Type your username and password and click OK. The AMP dialog box appears.

> Figure 4‑1.Management Panel Dialog Box