The Vertivโข Avocentยฎ MergePoint Unityโข 2 offers enterprise-grade security, scalable configurations, and seamless remote access for IT infrastructure management
LONDON, UK [February 19, 2026] โ Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, introduced the Vertivโข Avocentยฎ MergePoint Unityโข 2, a next-generation KVM switch platform for secure, centralised management of IT devices across enterprise data centre environments, distributed edge locations and branch office environments. Designed to help operators simplify day-to-day operations, respond to issues with speed, and maintain system availability, the switch enables remote diagnosis, configuration, and recovery while protecting IT systems from unverified firmware and software.
โAs organisations distribute workloads across multiple locations, the complexity of infrastructure management grows accordingly,” said Ramesh Menon, vice president of IT systems solutions at Vertiv. “The Vertiv Avocent MergePoint Unity 2 provides a centralised control point with enterprise-grade security, helping IT teams maintain visibility and responsiveness regardless of where their infrastructure resides.โ
The new keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) switch meets FIPS 140-3 cryptographic standards, supporting secure, verified encryption for government and enterprise environments. It provides advanced protection with smart card and Common Access Card (CAC) authentication and user-permission controls, giving IT teams a consolidated view of infrastructure without multiple tools or site visits. With built-in Virtual Media capabilities, users can remotely mount drives for software and application installations, streamlining updates and minimising downtime. The platform also enables remote UEFI and BIOS firmware interface access for critical system updates and hardware troubleshooting. In addition, both local and remote users benefit from an intuitive browser-based interface, while local hotkey support enables rapid navigation and task execution, enabling boosted efficiency and streamlined user experience at the rack level.
The KVM features a compact design that, when paired with the Vertivโข Avocentยฎ Local Rack Access (LRA) Console, fits within a single rack unit, optimising valuable rack space. It can be managed through a built-in web interface for standalone applications or integrated with the Vertivโข Avocentยฎ MP1000 Management Platform as part of the Vertivโข Avocentยฎ DSViewโข Solution for centralised, enterprise-wide control.
To learn more about the Vertivโข Avocentยฎ MergePoint Unityโข 2, Vertivโs broader IT management portfolio or Vertivโs end-to-end power and thermal management solutions, visit Vertiv.com.
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About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customersโ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing todayโs data centres, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
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