Appendix D: FAQs288USB ProfilesWhat is a USB profile?Certain servers require a specifically configured USB interface for USBbased services such as virtual media. The USB Profile tailors theDominion KX II’s USB interface to the server to accommodate theseserver specific characteristics.Why would I use a USB profile?USB Profiles are most often required at the BIOS level where there maynot be full support for the USB specification when accessing virtualmedia drives.However, profiles are sometimes used at the OS level, for example, formouse synchronization for Mac and Linux servers.How is a USB profile used?Individual or groups of ports can be configured by the administrator touse a specific USB profile in the Dominion KX II’s Port Configurationpages.A USB profile can also be selected in the Dominion KX II client whenrequired.What happens if I don't choose the correct USB profile?Not choosing the right USB profile for a KVM target server can prevent amass storage device, mouse, or keyboard from working optimally orworking at all.Do I always need to set a USB profile when I use virtual media?No, in many cases, the default USB Profile is sufficient when using virtualmedia at the OS level or operating at the BIOS level without accessingvirtual media.What profiles are available?See Available USB Profiles (on page 90).How do I know which USB profile is best for a given target server?The Generic profile is best for the vast majority of target servers. If thisprofile does not work with a given KVM target server, you can choose theappropriate USB profile in Available USB Profiles (on page 90). Selectthe profile that best matches your target server.What is the purpose of a BIOS profile?
