Building a serial and VGA "everything console"
5 hours ago
- #custom modification
- #server rack console
- #terminal emulator
- IBM 7316-TF3 server rack console with 17" screen and SK-8845RC USB Travel Keyboard with UltraNav.
- Keyboard features TrackPoint and trackpad options, implemented as HID on a hub with extra USB ports.
- Terminal emulator chosen from Tattler Solutions; lacks combo device support, forcing a Perixx keyboard replacement.
- Keyboard tray modified with silane glue, metal braces, Velcro, and Z-brackets to prevent screen contact.
- Setup includes USB/VGA switchboxes, power strip with USB ports, and Velcro cable management for two modes.
- Console tested with POWER9 Raptor Blackbird and AT&T 3B2/310; future enhancements include latch and handle.