Disconnecting a Running KVM Session in Intel Manageability Commander

Intel Manageability Commander is a powerful tool that allows users to remotely manage and control their Intel-based systems. One of the features it offers is the ability to connect to and control a KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) session on a remote system. However, there may be times when you need to disconnect a running KVM session. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to disconnect a running KVM session in Intel Manageability Commander.

Step 1: Launch Intel Manageability Commander

First, you need to launch the Intel Manageability Commander application on your local system. You can find the application in your program files or by searching for it in the Start menu.

Step 2: Connect to the Remote System

Once Intel Manageability Commander is open, you will need to connect to the remote system that has the active KVM session you want to disconnect. To do this, click on the "Connect" button in the toolbar or go to the "File" menu and select "Connect".

A dialog box will appear asking for the connection details. Enter the IP address or hostname of the remote system and click "OK" to establish the connection.

Step 3: Locate the Active KVM Session

After successfully connecting to the remote system, you will see a list of active KVM sessions in the main window of Intel Manageability Commander. Look for the session you want to disconnect and select it by clicking on it.

Step 4: Disconnect the KVM Session

With the active KVM session selected, you can now disconnect it. There are two methods to do this:

Method 1: Using the Toolbar

In the toolbar of Intel Manageability Commander, you will find a button with an icon resembling a power button. This button is labeled "Disconnect" when you hover over it. Click on this button to disconnect the selected KVM session.

Method 2: Using the Context Menu

Alternatively, you can right-click on the selected KVM session to open a context menu. In the context menu, you will find an option to disconnect the session. Click on this option to disconnect the selected KVM session.

After disconnecting the KVM session, you will no longer have control over the remote system's keyboard, video, and mouse. The remote system's screen will return to its normal state, and you will be disconnected from the session.

Step 5: Close Intel Manageability Commander

Once you have successfully disconnected the KVM session, you can close Intel Manageability Commander by clicking on the "X" button in the top-right corner of the application window or by going to the "File" menu and selecting "Exit".

That's it! You have now learned how to disconnect a running KVM session in Intel Manageability Commander. Remember to only disconnect a session when necessary and with proper authorization.

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