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KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Package Contents Basic Package The basic KL9108 / KL9116 package consists of: 1 KL9108 or KL9116 Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mount Kit 2 Custom KVM Cable Sets 1 Power Cord 1 User Instructions* 1 Quick Start Guide Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the following may be included in your package: Standard Rack Mounting Kit - Long Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Short Easy-Installation Rack Mounting
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Contents FCC, CE Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The LCD Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Graphics Configuration Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 The Windows Client OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Windows Client Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Hotkey Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Video Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Chapter 8. The Log File The Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Chapter 9. The Log Server Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 The Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual OpenLDAP Server Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 OpenLDAP Server Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Starting the OpenLDAP Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Customizing the OpenLDAP Schema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 LDAP DIT Design and LDIF File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Using the New Schema . . . . . . . . .
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KL9108 / KL9116 system. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Overview Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the KL9108 / KL9116 System. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. [] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. 1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
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Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KL9108 and KL9116 Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches are control units that allow secure access to multiple computers from a single KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse), console. A single KL9108 or KL9116 can control up to 8 or 16 computers, respectively. They consist of an integrated LCD monitor, keyboard, and touchpad in a in a 1U rack-mountable retractable sliding housing. The LCD and keyboard/touchpad modules slide independently of each other.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual For added convenience, ports for an external keyboard, monitor, and mouse are provided on the rear panel – permitting you to manage the switch from a local console up to 20 meters away. There is also an external PS/2 mouse port on the keyboard module, allowing you to use an external mouse, rather than the touchpad.
Chapter 1. Introduction Since the KL9108 / KL9116's firmware is upgradable over the Internet, you can stay current with the latest functionality improvements simply by downloading firmware updates from our website as they become available. With its advanced security features, the KL9108 / KL9116 is the fastest, most reliable, most cost effective way to remotely access and manage widely distributed multiple computer installations.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Message board feature allows logged in users to communicate with each other and allows a remote user to take exclusive control of the KVM functions Windows-based Log Server Remote power control for attached Power over the Net™ devices Three user account types: Administrator, User, and Select Advanced security features include password protection and advanced encryption technologies: 1024-bit RSA, 256-bit AES, 56-bit DES, and 128-bit SSL Supports RADIUS server authent
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements External Console A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation PS/2 keyboard and mouse Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer: A VGA, SVGA or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port Note: The integrated LCD monitor’s maximum screen resolution is 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Cables Substandard cables may degrade system performance or damage your installation. For optimum signal integrity and reliability, we strongly recommend that you use ATEN's high-quality, custom cable sets. To purchase cable sets contact your dealer. Lengths and part numbers are provided in the following table. Length (m) Part Number 1.2 2L-5201P 1.8 2L-5202P 2L-5702P* 3.0 2L-5203P 6.
Chapter 1. Introduction Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: OS Version Windows Linux UNIX 2000 and higher RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher AIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD Sun Novell Netware 3.51 and higher Solaris 8 and higher 5.0 and higher Mac 8.6 and higher OS/2 Warp and higher DOS 6.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Components Front View 1 2 3 8 7 4 5 No. 1 8 Component 6 Description Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide the module in. See Opening the Console, page 21, for details on sliding the console in and out. 2 LCD Module See LCD Module, page 10. 3 Keyboard Module See Keyboard Module, page 9. 4 Lower Handle Pull to slide the keyboard module out. See Opening the Console, page 21, for more details on sliding the console in and out.
Chapter 1. Introduction Keyboard Module 1 9 2 8 3 4 5 No. 1 Component Port LEDs 6 7 Description An On Line LED lights to indicate that the device attached to its corresponding port is up and running. A Selected LED lights to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port has the KVM focus.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) No. 6 Component Description The LINK LED flashes when a remote client connects to Connection LEDs the KVM switch. The 10/100 Mbps LED lights orange to indicate 10 Mbps data transmission speed. It lights green for 100 Mbps. 7 External Mouse Port This PS/2-type mouse port is provided for users who prefer to use an external mouse. 5 Lock LEDs The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located here. LCD Module 1 2 3 No.
Chapter 1. Introduction Rear View 1 2 3 5 No. Component 4 6 Description 1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. 2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off. 3 PON Port This connector is provided for a Power over the Net™ (PON) unit to plug into. A PON device allows computers attached to the KL9108 / KL9116 to be booted remotely over the LAN, WAN, or Internet.
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Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before You Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 139. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. 3. Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL9108 / KL9116 during shipping.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your KL9108 / KL9116. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in a rack with a depth of 42–77 cm. L Brackets Side Mountng Brackets Note: 1. It takes two people to mount the switch: one to hold it in place, the other to screw it in. 2. The standard rack mounting kit does not include screws or cage nuts. If you need additional screws or cage nuts, contact your rack dealer. 3.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup To rack mount the switch, do the following: 1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the second person loosely screws the front brackets to the rack. 2. While the first person still holds the switch in place, the second person slides the L brackets into the switch's side mounting brackets, from the rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack, then screws the L brackets to the rack. 3.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Single Stage Installation In a Single Stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit. To set up a single stage installation, refer to the installation diagram on the following page (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbers of the installation steps) and do the following: 1.
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KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Two Stage Installation To expand the number of computers that can be controlled in your KVM installation, up to 8 (KL9108), or 16 (KL9116) additional KVM switches can be cascaded from the KL9108 / KL9116’s KVM ports. As many as 64 (KL9108) or 128 (KL9116) computers can be controlled in a complete two stage installation. In a two stage installation, the KL9108 / KL9116 is considered the first stage unit; the cascaded switches are considered second stage units.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL9108 / KL9116's console consists of two modules: an LCD display module located under the top cover; and a keyboard/touchpad module below the LCD module. The modules can either slide together, or independently. This allows you to have the LCD display available for viewing while the keyboard/touchpad module is conveniently out of the way when not in use. Opening Separately 1.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 2. Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place. 3. Rotate the top panel all the way back to expose the LCD screen.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation 4. Reach underneath and pull the keyboard module all the way out until it clicks into place. Opening Together Refer to the diagrams in the Opening Separately section as you do the following: 1. Pull the release catch and pull the top and bottom panels out until the keyboard module clicks into place. Note: Once the console has been released, you can let go of the catch. 2. Pull the top panel the rest of the way out until it clicks into place. 3.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg. Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the keyboard module. RIGHT Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work. WRONG! DO NOT lean your body weight on the keyboard module. DO NOT place heavy objects on the keyboard module.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation Closing the Console 1. Pull the release catches located on either side of the keyboard toward you to release the keyboard module, then slide the module slightly in. 2. Let go of the catches. Using the front handle, push the keyboard module all the way in.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 3. Rotate the LCD module all the way down, then pull the rear catches to release the LCD module. 4. Using the front handle, push the module all the way in.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation LCD OSD Configuration The LCD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons (see LCD Controls, page 10), are used to perform the configuration, as described in the table below: Button MENU Function When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function, pressing this button invokes the Menu function and brings up the Main Menu. When navigating through the menus, this button moves you right or up.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Adjustment Settings An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below: Setting Brightness Explanation Adjusts the background black level of the screen image. Contrast Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image. Phase If pixel jitter or horizontal line noise is visible on the display, your LCD may have the wrong phase setting. Adjust the phase setting to eliminate these problems.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation Port Selection The KL9108 / KL9116 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual, an OSD (On Screen Display) menu system, and Hotkeys. OSD Operation and Hotkey Port Selection are discussed in the Windows Client Port Operation and Java Client Port Operation Chapters. Manual Port Switching Use the Port Selection Switches on the keyboard to manually switch to a port.
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Chapter 4 Administration Overview The OSD's Administration page lets the Administrator (and users with administration permission - see User Management, page 42) configure and control the overall operations of the KL9108 / KL9116. The Administration tab is disabled (grayed out) for users who do not have administration permission. The Local Console Once the KL9108 / KL9116 has been installed, the next step that the Administrator needs to perform is to set up the unit for user operation.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual After you successfully log in, the Local Console OSD appears: The OSD consists of four pages, each with a specific set of functions: Main, Configuration, Administration, and Log. Each of page is discussed in the sections that follow. The functions of the four buttons at the right of the title bar are described in the table below. Functions can be invoked by clicking the icon, or by pressing its associated function key.
Chapter 4. Administration The Main Page The Main page governs port access. Selecting a port and double-clicking it switches you to the device on that port. A monitor icon is in front of the port number. The monitor icon is green for ports that have devices connected to them that are powered on; otherwise, it is gray. If a port has been specified as a Quick View port (see below), a red eye icon is displayed along with the monitor icon to indicate so.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The List Function The List Function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) in the Main Screen.
Chapter 4. Administration The drop down list on the left offers four fixed choices as shown in the table, below: Choice Meaning All Lists all of the ports on the installation. Powered On Lists only the ports that have their attached devices powered on. Quick View Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View ports (see Quick View Ports, page 33).
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Port Names To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This field allows the Administrator to create, modify, or delete port names. To configure a port name: 1. Click once on the port you want to edit, wait one second and then click again. (Alternately, use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to the port, and then press the F2 function key.) Note: This is not a double-click. It involves two separate clicks.
Chapter 4. Administration After a second or two, the bar changes to provide you with a text input box: 2. Key in the new Port Name, or modify/delete the old one. The maximum number of characters allowed for a Port Name is 19. You can use all letters, numbers, and symbols on the typewriter keys of keyboards with PC US English layout.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 3. When you have finished editing the port name, press [Enter] or click anywhere outside of the input box to complete the operation. Port Operation Because the methods used to access the target device(s) are the same for the local console as for the Windows Client, the procedures are discussed in Windows Client Port Operation and Java Client Port Operation Chapters on pages 85 and 102, respectively.
Chapter 4. Administration The Configuration Page The OSD Configuration page allows users to set up their own, individual, working environments. The KL9108 / KL9116 stores a separate configuration record for each user profile, and sets up the working configuration according to the Username that is used to log in. The Configuration page settings are explained in the table on the following page. (Continues on next page.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function OSD Hotkey Selects which Hotkey controls the OSD function: [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl]. Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers, the default is the Scroll Lock combination. ID Display Selects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alone (PORT NUMBER); the Port Name alone (PORT NAME); or the Port Number plus the Port Name (PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME).
Chapter 4. Administration The Administration Page When you click the Administration tab, the Administration page comes up. Each of the administrative functions is represented by an icon at the left of the page. Clicking the icon brings up its associated dialog box. When the Administration page first comes up the General dialog box appears: General The General Page presents four items of information.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual User Management The User Management dialog box is used to create and manage user profiles. Up to 64 user profiles can be established. To delete a user profile, select it in the list box, and Click Remove. To modify a user profile, select it and Click Edit. To add a user, Click New.
Chapter 4. Administration Fill in the required information for a new profile, or modify the existing information to edit a previous profile. A description of the field headings is given in the table below: Heading Description Username A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 15 characters is allowed. Password A minimum of 8 and a maximum of 15 characters is allowed. Confirm Password To be sure there is no mistake in the password, you are asked to enter it again. The two entries must match.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Heading Port Access Description This function allows the Administrator or a User with Administration permission to define the selected User's access to the computers on a Port-by-Port basis. (See the screen, below.) For each User profile, select a port and click it to cycle through the choices: Full - The user can view the screen and can perform operations on the system from the keyboard and mouse.
Chapter 4. Administration Service Configuration Access Port As a security measure, if a firewall is being used, the Administrator can specify the port numbers that the firewall will allow, and set the firewall accordingly. Users must specify the port number when they log in to the KL9108 / KL9116. If an invalid port number (or no port number) is specified, the KL9108 / KL9116 will not be found.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Log Server Important transactions that occur on the KL9108 / KL9116, such as logins and internal status messages, are kept in an automatically generated log file. In this panel, you specify the MAC address and a port number for the computer that the Log Server resides on. Installation and operation of the Log Server is discussed in Chapter 9. The Log File is discussed in Chapter 8.
Chapter 4. Administration Network The Network dialog is used to specify the KL9108 / KL9116's network environment. Network Transfer Rate Set the rate at which the KL9108 / KL9116 transfers data to remote computers. The range is from 8 to 99999 Kilobytes per second (KBps). IP Address The KL9108 / KL9116 can either have its IP address assigned dynamically (DHCP), or it can be given a fixed IP address. For dynamic IP address assignment, select the Obtain IP address automatically radio button.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual ANMS The Advanced Network Management Settings page is used to set up login authentication and authorization management from external sources. Click on the ANMS icon to select RADIUS, LDAP, or CC Management. RADIUS If you are using a RADIUS server, set up its parameters as follows: 1. Check Enable. 2. Fill in the IP addresses and Service Ports for the Primary and Alternate RADIUS servers. (Continues on next page.
Chapter 4. Administration (Continued from previous page.) 3. Set the time in seconds that the KL9108 / KL9116 waits for a RADIUS server reply before it times out in the Timeout field. 4. Set the number of RADIUS retries allowed in the Retries field. 5. Key the Shared Security character string for authentication between the KL9108 / KL9116 and the RADIUS Server in this field. 6. On the RADIUS server, set the access rights for each user according to the information in the table on page 50. Note: 1.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Character 50 Meaning C Grants the user administrator privileges, allowing the user to configure the system. W Allows the user to access the system via the WinClient ActiveX Viewer program. J Allows the user to access the system via the Java Client program. P Allows the user to access an attached Power Over the Net™ device. L Allows the user to access log information via the user's browser. PN Restricts the user from accessing the OSD port list.
Chapter 4. Administration LDAP / LDAPS To allow authentication and authorization for the KL9108 / KL9116 via LDAP / LDAPS, set the parameters as follows: 1. Check the box to enable LDAP / LDAPS authentication and authorization. 2. Click a radio button to specify whether to use LDAP or LDAPS 3. Fill in the IP address and port number for the LDAP or LDAPS server. For LDAP, the default port number is 389; for LDAPS, the default port number is 636. 4.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual CC Management Settings To allow authorization for the KL9108 / KL9116 through a CC (Control Center) server, check Enable and fill in the CC Server’s IP address and the port that it listens on in the appropriate fields. Note: The current firmware (insert firmware version) supports CC1000 only. Future firmware upgrades will provide support for CC2000. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the firmware.
Chapter 4. Administration Security The Security page controls access to the KL9108 / KL9116. IP and MAC Filtering If any filters have been configured, they appear in the IP Filter and/or MAC Filter list boxes. IP and MAC Filters control access to the KL9108 / KL9116 based on the IP and/or MAC addresses of the computers attempting to connect. A maximum of 100 IP filters and 100 MAC filters are allowed.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Note: Each IP filter can consist of a single address, or a range of addresses. To filter a single IP address, key in the same address in both the From and To fields. To filter a continuous range of IP addresses, key in the start of the range in the From field; key in the end of the range in the To field. After you specify the filter addresses, click OK. To delete a filter, select it in the IP Filter and/or MAC Filter list boxes and click Remove.
Chapter 4. Administration Customization The Customization dialog box is arranged in four major sections: Login Failures; Working Mode; I/O; and untitled miscellaneous functions at the bottom. The functions of each of the Customization items are described in the sections that follow: Login Failures Allowed: sets the number of consecutive failed login attempts that are permitted from a remote computer.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Note: Although enabling this option sets the default to grayscale, users can change their sessions to color – unless the administrator enabled the Force to Grayscale option, when the user was created (see page 42 for details).
Chapter 4. Administration Set the port’s Share mode according to the information in the following table: Attribute Action Exclusive: The first user to occupy the port has exclusive control over it. No other user can view or access it. Occupy: The first user to occupy the port has control over it. Up to 31 additional users can view its video output, however. The Timeout function discussed on page 57 applies to ports that have this setting.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Miscellaneous The functions performed by the remaining elements at the bottom of the screen are described in the table below: Parameter Reset on exit Explanation Place a check here to have the KL9108 / KL9116 reset itself and implement all the new settings when you log out. Following the reset, wait one to two minutes before logging back in. Note: For some changes the Reset on exit check box is automatically selected and the KVM switch will reset when you log out.
Chapter 4. Administration Date/Time The Date/Time dialog box lets the Administrator set up the KL9108 / KL9116's time parameters: If your country or region employs Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time), check the corresponding box. To establish the time zone that the KL9108 / KL9116 is located in, drop down the Time Zone list and choose the city that most closely corresponds to where it is at. To set the year and day, use the Calendar graphic.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Log Page Clicking the Log tab brings up the contents of the log file. The log file is discussed in Chapter 8.
Chapter 4. Administration Upgrading the Firmware As new versions of the KL9108 / KL9116 firmware become available, they can be downloaded from our Website. Note: Although upgrading the firmware isn't on the OSD Administration page, it is an administrative function, so we chose to discuss it in this chapter. To upgrade the firmware, do the following: 1. Download the new firmware file to a computer that is not part of your KL9108 / KL9116 installation. 2.
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Chapter 5 Browser Operation Overview An On Screen Display (OSD) interface governs KL9108 / KL9116 computer control and switching operations. The OSD can be accessed remotely with a Windows-based client or a Java-based client. You must log in via an Internet browser to connect to the KL9108 / KL9116 and to invoke the OSD. Logging In To log in from an Internet browser: 1. Open the browser and specify the IP address and Default Webpage name (if one has been specified) for the KL9108 / KL9116 in the URL bar.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 3. Provide a valid Username and Password (set up by the KL9108 / KL9116 administrator), then Click Login to continue. Note: 1. If you supply an invalid login, the authentication routine will return a message stating, Invalid Username or Password. Please try again. If you exceed the number of login failures set by the administrator, a message stating that The page cannot be displayed, appears.
Chapter 5. Browser Operation Webpage Layout Webpage Icons The functions of the icons at the top of the Webpage are explained in the table below: Icon Function Click this icon to display the General dialog box. See The General Dialog Box, page 66, for an explanation of the dialog box fields. Click this icon to synchronize the KL9108 / KL9116's time with your computer's time. If both are in the same time zone, the device's time is changed to match the computer's time.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The General Dialog Box The General dialog box is the default Webpage. An explanation of the dialog box fields is given in the table below: Field Purpose Device Name To make it easier to manage installations that have more than one KL9108 / KL9116. MAC Address The KL9108 / KL9116's MAC Address displays here. Firmware Version Indicates the KL9108 / KL9116's current firmware version level. Network Transfer Rate Displays the currently selected rate for data transmission.
Chapter 5. Browser Operation Webpage Buttons The purpose of the buttons at the left of the Webpage are explained in the table below: Icon Purpose Click this button to download the Windows Client software to remotely control the connected computer(s). Note: You must download a new Windows Client each time you log in from your browser. For platform independence, the Java client allows users that have Java installed to connect to the KL9108 / KL9116.
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Chapter 6 Windows Client Port Operation Activating the OSD After you have successfully logged in (see page 63), to activate the browserbased Windows Client OSD do the following: 1. Click the Windows Client button (the one without the arrow) at the left of the Webpage. Note: 1. You must have DirectX 7.0 or higher installed on your computer. If not, the Windows Client will not load. If you don't already have it, DirectX is available for free download from Microsoft's Website: http://www.microsoft.
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Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Before you Begin Discussion of the Windows Client OSD begins on page 74, but the first time you run the program, you may want to make some display configuration changes. To do so, Click the curved Arrow icon on the Control Panel at the lower right of the remote display. a screen similar to the one below appears There are three buttons: Config, Switch, and Exit.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Graphics Configuration Dialog Box The dialog box is organized into two main parts: Screen Options, and Snapshot Screen Options Screen options lets you set up the way the remote display appears on the local monitor: If Full Screen Mode is enabled (the box is checked), the remote display fills the entire screen. If Full Screen Mode is not enabled (the box is not checked), the remote display appears as a window on the local desktop.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Snapshot These settings let the user configure the KL9108 / KL9116’s screen capture parameters (see Windows Client Control Panel, page 75): Path lets you select a directory that the captured screens automatically get saved to. Click Browse; navigate to the directory of your choice; then click OK. Click a radio button to choose whether you want the captured screen to be saved as a BMP or a JPEG (JPG) file.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Windows Client OSD After you switch to the KL9108 / KL9116 the OSD comes up with the Main page and Windows Client Control Panel displayed: The OSD consists of three pages – Main, Configuration, and Administration. The Configuration and Administration pages are discussed in Chapter 4. The Main page is introduced later in this chapter, on page 84. Note: The Administration tab is disabled for users who don't have administration privileges.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Windows Client Control Panel The Windows Client Control Panel consists of an icon bar at the top, with two text bars below it. Ordinarily, the text bars display the video resolution and IP address of the device at the remote location. As the mouse pointer moves over the icons in the icon bar, however, the text bar information changes to describe the icon's function. The functions that the icons perform are described in the table below.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Hotkey Setup Various actions related to manipulating the remote server can be accomplished with hotkeys. The Hotkey Setup utility (accessed by clicking the Keyboard icon on the Control Panel), lets you configure which hotkeys perform the actions. The actions are listed in the left panel; the hotkeys that invoke them are shown in the panel at the right. If you find the default Hotkey combinations inconvenient, you can reconfigure them as follows: 1.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation An explanation of the Hotkey actions is given in the table below: Action Explanation Exit remote location Breaks the connection to the KL9108 / KL9116 and returns you to local operation. Adjust Video Brings up the video adjustment utility. Toggle OSD Toggles the OSD display Off and On.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Video Adjustment The Video options dialog box allows you to adjust the placement and picture quality of the remote screen (as displayed on your monitor). To bring up the dialog box, either click on the Hammer icon on the Control Panel, or use the Adjust Video and Video Auto-sync hotkeys (see Hotkey Setup, page 76).
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation The meanings of the video adjustment options are given in the table below: Option Usage Screen Position Adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the remote computer window by Clicking the Arrow buttons. Auto-Sync Click Auto-Sync to have the function detect the vertical and horizontal offset values of the remote screen and automatically synchronize it with the local screen.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Gamma Adjustment If it is necessary to correct the gamma level for the remote video display, use the Gamma function of the Video Adjustment dialog box. Under Basic configuration, there are ten preset and four user-defined levels to choose from. Drop down the list box and choose the most suitable one.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation The Message Board The KL9108 / KL9116 supports multiple user logins, which can possibly give rise to access conflicts. To alleviate this problem, a message board feature has been provided, allowing users to communicate with each other. The message board functions much like an Internet chat program does.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Button Bar The buttons on the Button Bar are toggles. Their actions are described in the table below: Button Action Enable/Disable Chat. When disabled, messages posted to the board are not displayed. The button is shadowed when Chat is disabled. The icon displays next to the user's name in the User List panel when the user has disabled Chat. Occupy/Release Keyboard/Video/Mouse.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation User List Panel The names of all the logged in users are listed in this panel. Your name appears in blue; other users' names appear in black. By default, messages are posted to all users. To post a message to one individual user, select the user's name before sending your message. If a user's name is selected, and you want to post a message to all users, select All Users before sending your message.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Main Page The Main Page lists all of the KL9108 / KL9116's ports and governs port access. Double clicking a port switches you to the device on that port. Note: The administrator selects which ports are accessible to each user (see User Management, page 42). The Main Page uses a tree view to organize the port display. To see the ports for a particular station, click the plus sign [ + ] in front of the Station Number. The Port Number List drops down.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Port Operation Select a port on the OSD Main Screen either by moving the highlight bar to it with the Up and Down Arrow keys and pressing Enter, or by double-clicking it. Once you select a port, its screen displays on your monitor, and your keyboard and mouse input affects the remote system. The OSD Toolbar The OSD provides a toolbar to help you control the KL9108 / KL9116 from within the captured port.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual OSD Hotkey Summary Table The following table presents a summary of the OSD Hotkey actions. See p. 40 to set the OSD Hotkey. To... When... Do This... Open the OSD Toolbar. The OSD Toolbar is not open. Click the OSD Hotkey twice. Open the OSD. The OSD Toolbar is open. Click the OSD Hotkey once. Open the OSD. The OSD Toolbar is not open. Click the OSD Hotkey three times. OSD Toolbar Icons The meanings of the toolbar icons are explained in the table below.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Panel Array Mode Clicking on the OSD Toolbar's Panel icon invokes Panel Array Mode. Under this mode, the OSD divides your screen into a 4 x 4 grid of 16 panels: Each panel represents one of the KL9108 / KL9116's ports. Starting with Port 1 at the upper left; going from left to right; top to bottom; Port 16 is at the lower right.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Panel Array Toolbar The panel array toolbar, at the lower right of the screen, provides shortcut navigation and control of the panel array as described in the table below: Click and drag to move the toolbar to another position on the screen. Pause panel scanning, leaving the focus on the panel that currently has it. Move back four panels. Move to the previous panel. Move to the next panel. Move ahead four panels. Increase the number of panels in the array.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Multiuser Operation The KL9108 / KL9116 supports multiuser operation. Up to 32 users can log in at the same time. When multiple users simultaneously access the KL9108 / KL9116 switch from remote computers, the rules of precedence that apply are shown in the following table: Operation Rule General Once a user invokes the OSD, no other user can invoke it until the original user closes it.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Keyboard Hotkey Operation Keyboard hotkey combinations allow you to provide KVM focus to a port directly from the keyboard. The KL9108 / KL9116 provides the following hotkey features: Auto Scanning Skip Mode Switching The hotkeys are: A and P for Auto Scanning; and the Arrow Keys for Skip Mode. Note: 1. In order for hotkey operations to take place, the OSD Toolbar must be visible (see Port Operation, page 85). 2. To use the keys designated as hotkeys (i.e. A, P, etc.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Pausing Auto Scan While you are in Auto Scan Mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer by pressing P. During the time that Auto Scanning is paused, the S in front of the Port ID blinks On and Off. Pausing when you want to keep the focus on a particular computer can be more convenient than exiting Auto Scan Mode because when you Resume scanning, you start from where you left off.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Keyboard and Mouse Considerations Keystrokes Except for [Alt + Tab] and [Ctrl + Alt + Del], all keyboard input is sent to the remote system. The above two chorded key combinations are retained on the local system to switch among applications and to recover from disaster. In order to provide the [Alt + Tab] and [Ctrl + Alt + Del] functions on the remote system, Function keys (F1 -F12) can be selected as substitute keys for both the Alt and Ctrl keys.
Chapter 6. Windows Client Port Operation Mouse Synchronization Until you close the KL9108 / KL9116 connection, mouse movements have no effect on your local system, but instead are captured and sent to the remote system. From time to time, especially if you change video resolution, the local mouse movement may no longer be synchronized with the remote system's mouse pointer.
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Chapter 7 Java Client Port Operation Activating the OSD After you have successfully logged in (see page 63), to activate the Java Client OSD do the following: 1. Click the Java Client button (the one without the arrow) at the left of the Webpage. Note: You must have Sun's Java 2 JRE 1.4.2 or higher installed on your computer before running the Java Client. (At the time of writing, JRE 5.0 Update 5 was the latest release.) Java is available for free download from the Sun Java Website: http://java.sun.com.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Java Client OSD When you bring up the OSD, the Main Screen comes up in the center of your monitor. The OSD consists of three pages – Main, Configuration, and Administration. The Configuration and Administration pages are discussed in Chapter 4. The Main page is the same OSD Main page that appears when the Windows Client is invoked. For an explanation of this page refer to the discussion under The Windows Client OSD, page 74.
Chapter 7. Java Client Port Operation Set Video Parameters Clicking this button brings up the Video Adjustment dialog box: It is similar to the Windows Client Video Adjustment dialog box. See Video Adjustment, page 78, for details. Keypad Some keyboard combinations cannot be captured and sent to the KL9108 / KL9116. In order to implement their effects on the remote system, this function provides a one-click implementation of some common window control combinations.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Mouse Synchronization At times the local mouse movement may lose sync with the remote mouse movement. The Mouse Synchronization function gets them back into sync. There are two methods available to bring the pointers into sync: 1. Click the Mouse Synchronization button; wait for the remote mouse pointer to move to the upper left corner of the screen; move your local mouse pointer directly on top of the remote pointer, and click. 2.
Chapter 7. Java Client Port Operation The Message Board Button Bar The buttons on the Button Bar are toggles. Their actions are described in the table below: Button Action Enable/Disable Chat. When disabled, messages posted to the board are not displayed. The button is shadowed when Chat is disabled. The icon displays next to the user's name in the User List panel when the user has disabled Chat. Occupy/Release Keyboard/Video/Mouse.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual By default, messages are posted to all users. To post a message to one individual user, select the user's name before sending your message. If a user's name is selected, and you want to post a message to all users, select All Users before sending your message. If a user has disabled Chat, its icon displays before the user's name to indicate so. If a user has occupied the KVM or the KM, its icon displays before the user's name to indicate so.
Chapter 7. Java Client Port Operation Lock Key LEDs and Resolution These LEDs show the Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock status of the remote computer. They turn Green when the Lock status is On. Click on the icon to toggle the status. Note: When you first connect, the LED display may not be accurate. To be sure, click on the LEDs to set them. The video resolution of the device connected to the remote port displays directly below the Lock LEDs.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Port Operation Java Client port operation is the same as for the Windows Client. See Port Operation, page 85, for details. Panel Array Mode This is very similar to the Windows Client Panel Array Mode (see page 87 for details), except for some differences in the toolbar. The Java Client Panel Array Mode Toolbar is described in the table below: Pauses panel scanning, leaving the focus on the panel that had it when you clicked.
Chapter 8 The Log File The Main Screen The KL9108 / KL9116 logs all the events that take place on it. To view the contents of the log file, click the Log icon at the left of the Webpage. A screen similar to the one below appears: A maximum of 512 events are stored in the log file. To clear the log file, click on the Clear Log icon at the lower right of the screen. Note: The Log File is a temporary file that is erased when the KL9108 / KL9116 is turned off or loses power.
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Chapter 9 The Log Server The Windows-based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all the events that take place on selected KL9108 / KL9116 units and writes them to a searchable database. This chapter describes how to install and configure the Log Server. Installation 1. From the computer that you want to use as the Log Server, open your browser and log into the KL9108 / KL9116 (see page 63). 2.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Starting Up To bring up the Log Server, either double click the program icon, or key in the full path to the program on the command line. The first time you run it, a screen similar to the one below appears: Note: 1. The MAC address of the Log Server computer must be specified on the Service Configuration page of the Administrator Utility (see page 45). 2. The Log Server requires the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4.0 driver in order to access the database.
Chapter 9. The Log Server The Menu Bar The Menu bar consists of four items: Configure Events Options Help These are discussed in the sections that follow. Note: If the Menu Bar appears to be disabled, click in the KL9108 / KL9116 List window to enable it. Configure The Configure menu contains three items: Add, Edit, and Delete.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual A description of the fields is given in the table, below: Field Explanation Address This can either be the IP address of the KL9108 / KL9116 or its DNS name (if the network administrator has assigned it a DNS name). Port The port number that was assigned to the Log Server in the KL9108 / KL9116 OSD (see Log Server, page 46). Description This field is provided so that you can put in a descriptive reference for the unit to help identify it.
Chapter 9. The Log Server A description of the items is given in the table below: Item Explanation New search This is one of three radio buttons that define the scope of the search. If it is selected, the search is performed on all the events in the database for the selected KL9108 / KL9116. Search last results This is a secondary search performed on the events that resulted from the last search.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Options Network Retry allows you to set the number of seconds that the Log Server should wait before attempting to connect if the previous attempt to connect failed. When you click this item, a dialog box, similar to the one below appears: Key in the number of seconds, then click OK to finish. Help From the Help Menu, click Contents to access the online Windows Help file. The help file contains instructions about how to setup, operate and troubleshoot the Log Server.
Chapter 9. The Log Server The Log Server Main Screen Overview The Log Server Main Screen is divided into two main panels. The upper (List) panel lists the KL9108 / KL9116 units that have been selected for the Log Server to track (see Configure, page 107). The lower (Event) panel displays the log events for the currently selected KL9108 / KL9116 (the highlighted one - if there are more than one). To select a KL9108 / KL9116 unit in the list, simply click on it.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The List Panel The List panel contains six fields: Field Recording Explanation Determines whether the Log Server records log events for this KL9108 / KL9116 or not. If the Recording check box is checked, the field displays Recording, and log events are recorded. If the Recording check box is not checked, the field displays Paused, and log events are not recorded.
Chapter 10 AP Operation Overview In some cases, the Administrator may not want the KL9108 / KL9116 to be available via browser access. AP versions of the Windows Client and the Java Client are provided to enable direct access of the KL9108 / KL9116 without having to go through a browser. The programs are initially downloaded from the browser page. After they have been downloaded by the Users, the Administrator can disable browser access (see Working Mode, page 55).
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Starting Up To connect to the KL9108 / KL9116, go to the location on your hard disk that you saved the Windows Client program to, and double-click its icon (WinClient.exe) to bring up the Windows Client Connection Screen: Note: You must have DirectX 7.0 or higher installed on your computer. If not, the Client program will not load. (Continues on next page.
Chapter 10. AP Operation (Continued from previous page.) A description of the Connection Screen is given in the following table: Item Menu Bar Description The Menu Bar contains three items: File, Tools, and Help. The File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open user created Work files (see page 116 for details). The Tools Menu contains two entries: Keyboard and Config, (see page 116 for details). Server List Each time the WinClient.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The File Menu The File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open user created Work files. A Work File consists of all the information specified in a Client session. This includes the Server List and Server IP list items, as well as the Hotkey settings. Whenever a user runs the Client program, it opens with the values contained in the current work file. The current work file consists of the values that were in effect the last time the program was closed.
Chapter 10. AP Operation Config When you select Config, a screen similar to the one below appears: The dialog box is organized into two main parts: Screen Options, and Snapshot. Screen Options lets you set up the way the remote display appears on the local monitor; Snapshot lets the user configure the KL9108 / KL9116’s screen capture parameters. This is the same dialog box that is discussed in the browser-based Windows Client Port Operation chapter.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Connecting To connect to a KL9108 / KL9116 unit: 1. If the device that you wish to connect to is in the Server List, double click it. If you are using the Server IP input box, specify the IP address and Port number, then click Connect. The Login dialog box appears: 2. Key in a valid Username and Password, and then click OK. The program attempts to connect to the selected KL9108 / KL9116 unit.
Chapter 10. AP Operation Operation Once a connection to the KL9108 / KL9116 has been established, the remote system's video output is captured and displayed on your monitor. At the same time, your local keystroke and mouse input is captured and sent to the remote system. The look and feel of the AP Windows client operation is the same as for the browser version of the Windows client. Refer back to Chapter 6, Windows Client Port Operation for details.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Starting Up To connect to the KL9108 / KL9116, go to the location on your hard disk that you saved the Java Client program to, and double click its icon to bring up the Address Input dialog box. Note: The Java Client requires Java version 1.4.2 or higher. 1. Key in the IP address for the unit you want to connect to – including a forward slash followed by the login string (set by the administrator), then click OK.
Chapter 10. AP Operation 2. After you establish a connection, a Login dialog box appears. Provide a valid Username and Password, and then click OK. Once the authentication procedure completes successfully, the KL9108 / KL9116 main page displays on your monitor. Operation The look and feel of the AP Java client operation is the same as for the browser version of the Java client. See Java Client Port Operation, page 95, for details.
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Chapter 11 LDAP Server Configuration Introduction The KVM Over the NETTM switch allows log in authentication and authorization through external programs. This chapter describes how to configure Active Directory for KVM Over the NETTM switch authentication and authorization.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Install the Active Directory Schema Snap-in To install the Active Directory Schema Snap-in, do the following: 1. Open a Command Prompt. 2. Key in: regsvr32 schmmgmt.dll to register schmmgmt.dll on your Active Directory computer. 3. Open the Start menu; click Run; key in: mmc /a; click OK. 4. On the File menu of the screen that appears, click Add/Remove Snap-in; then click Add. 5. Under Available Standalone Snap-ins, double click Active Directory Schema; click Close; click OK. 6.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema To extend and update the Active Directory Schema, you must do the following 3 procedures: 1) create a new attribute; 2) extend the object class with the new attribute; and 3) edit the active directory users with the extended schema. Creating a New Attribute To create a new attribute do the following: 1. From the Start menu, open Administrative Tools → Active Directory Schema. 2.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 5. Fill in the dialog box to match the entries for Description and Common Name shown below, then click OK to complete the procedure. Note: The Unique X500 Object ID uses periods, not commas.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration Extending the Object Class With the New Attribute To extend the object class with the new attribute, do the following: 1. Open the Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Active Directory Schema. 2. In the left panel of the screen that comes up, select Classes. 3. In the right panel, right-click person: 4. Select Properties; the person Properties dialog box comes up with the General page displayed. Click the Attributes tab.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 5. On the Attributes page, click Add: 6. In the list that comes up, select iKVM2116-userProfile, then click OK to complete the procedure.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration Editing Active Directory Users To edit Active Directory Users With the Extended Schema, do the following: 1. Run ADSI Edit. (Installed as part of the Support Tools.) 2. In the left panel, open Domain, and navigate to the DC=aten,DC=com CN=Users node. 3. In the right panel, locate the user you wish to edit. (Our example uses jason.) 4. Right-click on the user’s name and select properties. (Continues on next page.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 5. On the Attribute Editor page of the dialog box that appears, select iKVM2116-userProfile from the list. 6. Click Edit to bring up the String Attribute Editor: (Continues on next page.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration (Continued from previous page.) 7. Key in the KVM Over the NETTM switch permission attribute values. For example: Note: The possible string attributes are the same as for Radius. See the table on page 48 for full details. 8. Click OK. When you return to the Attribute Editor page, the iKVM2116userProfile entry now reflects the new permissions: a) Click Apply to save the change and complete the procedure. Jason now has the same permissions as user.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual OpenLDAP OpenLDAP is an Open source LDAP server designed for Unix platforms. A Windows version can be downloaded from: http://download.bergmans.us/openldap/openldap-2.2.29/ openldap-2.2.29-db-4.3.29-openssl-0.9.8awin32_Setup.exe. OpenLDAP Server Installation After downloading the program, launch the installer, select your language, accept the license and choose the target installation directory. The default directory is: c:\Program Files\OpenLDAP.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration OpenLDAP Server Configuration The main OpenLDAP configuration file, slapd.conf, has to be customized before launching the server. The modifications to the configuration file will do the following: Specify the Unicode data directory. The default is ./ucdata. Choose the required LDAP schemas. The core schema is mandatory. Configure the path for the OpenLDAP pid and args start up files. The first contains the server pid, the second includes command line arguments.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Starting the OpenLDAP Server To start the OpenLDAP Server, run slapd (the OpenLDAP Server executable file) from the command line. slapd supports a number of command line options, the most important option is the d switch that triggers debug information. For example, a command of: slapd -d 256 would start OpenLDAP with a debug level of 256, as shown in the following screenshot: Note: For details about slapd options and their meanings, refer to the OpenLDAP documentation.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration Customizing the OpenLDAP Schema The schema that slapd uses may be extended to support additional syntaxes, matching rules, attribute types, and object classes. In the case of the KL9108 / KL9116, the User Class and the User Profile attribute are extended to define a new schema (e.g. kn2116.schema).
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual LDAP DIT Design and LDIF File LDAP Data Structure An LDAP Directory stores information in a tree structure known as the Directory Information Tree (DIT). The nodes in the tree are directory entries, and each entry contains information in attribute-value form. An example of the LDAP directory tree for the KL9108 / KL9116 is shown in the figure, below: (Continues on next page.
Chapter 11. LDAP Server Configuration (Continued from previous page.) DIT Creation The LDAP Data Interchange Format (LDIF) is used to represent LDAP entries in a simple text format (please refer to RFC 2849). The figure below illustrates an LDIF file that creates the DIT for the KL9108 / KL9116 directory tree (shown in the figure, above). Note: The example above shows the permissions for a Type 1 Schema. For a Type 2 Schema, change the permissions line to su/user.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Using the New Schema To use the new schema, do the following: 1. Save the new schema file (e.g., kn2116.schema) in the /OpenLDAP/ schema/ directory. 2. Add the new schema to the slapd.conf file, as shown in the figure, below: 3. Restart the LDAP server. 4. Write the LDIF file and create the database entries in init.ldif with the ldapadd command, as shown in the following example: ldapadd -f init.
Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Consignes de sécurité Général Ce produit est destiné exclusivement à une utilisation à l’intérieur. Veuillez lire la totalité de ces instructions. Conservez-les afin de pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement. Respectez l’ensemble des avertissements et instructions inscrits sur l’appareil. Ne placez jamais l’unité sur une surface instable (chariot, pied, table, etc.). Si l’unité venait à tomber, elle serait gravement endommagée.
Appendix L’équipement doit être installé à proximité de la prise murale et le dispositif de déconnexion (prise de courant femelle) doit être facile d’accès. La prise murale doit être installée à proximité de l’équipement et doit être facile d’accès. Veillez à ce que rien ne repose sur le cordon d’alimentation ou les câbles. Acheminez le cordon d’alimentation et les câbles de sorte que personne ne puisse marcher ou trébucher dessus.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual L’unité a été exposée à la pluie ou à l’eau. L’unité est tombée ou le boîtier a été endommagé. Les performances de l’unité sont visiblement altérées, ce qui indique la nécessité d’une réparation. L’unité ne fonctionne pas normalement bien que les instructions d’utilisation soient respectées. N’utilisez que les commandes qui sont abordées dans le mode d’emploi.
Appendix Montage sur bâti Avant de travailler sur le bâti, assurez-vous que les stabilisateurs sont bien fixées sur le bâti, qu’ils sont étendus au sol et que tout le poids du bâti repose sur le sol. Installez les stabilisateurs avant et latéraux sur un même bâti ou bien les stabilisateurs avant si plusieurs bâtis sont réunis, avant de travailler sur le bâti. Chargez toujours le bâti de bas en haut et chargez l’élément le plus lourd en premier.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Technical Support Technical support is available both by email and online (with a browser over the web): International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii North America Email Support Online Technical Support support@aten-usa.com Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support http://www.aten-usa.
Appendix Specifications Function KL9108 KL9116 Computer Connections Direct 8 16 Max.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Function KL9108 KL9116 Emulation Keyboard/Mouse PS/2 Video 17" LCD 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz; DDC2B Remote 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz; DDC2B Scan Interval 1–255 Seconds I/P Rating 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1A Power Consumption 120V/31W; 230V/39W Environment Operating Temp. 0–40° C Storage Temp. Physical Properties -20–60° C Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing Housing Metal Weight Dimensions (L x W x H) 17.10 kg 17.30 kg 70.50 x 48.
Appendix Trusted Certificates Overview When you try to login to the KL9108 / KL9116 from your Web browser, a Security Alert message appears to inform you that the device’s certificate is not trusted, and asks if you want to proceed. The certificate can be trusted, but the alert is triggered because the certificate’s name is not found on Microsoft’s list of Trusted Authorities.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Installing the Certificate To install the certificate: 1. In the Security Alert dialog box, click View Certificate. The Certificate dialog box appears. Note: There is a red and white X logo over the certificate to indicate that it is not trusted. 2. Click Install Certificate. 3. Follow the Installation Wizard to complete the installation. Unless you have a specific reason to choose otherwise, accept the default options. The Wizard presents a caution screen: 4. Click Yes.
Appendix 5. Click Finish to complete the installation. 6. Click OK to close the dialog box. Certificate Trusted The certificate is now trusted: When you click View Certificate, you can see that the red and white X logo is no longer present – further indication that the certificate is trusted.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Troubleshooting Overview Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. In addition, updating the product’s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released. If your product is not running the latest firmware version, we strongly recommend that you upgrade.
Appendix General Operation Problem Resolution Erratic operation Press and hold the Reset button (see page 9) for at least three seconds. Mouse and/or keyboard not responding Unplug the cable(s) from the console port(s), and then plug it back in again. Sudden loss of network connection Close your KL9108 / KL9116 connection. Wait approximately 30 seconds, and then log in again. When logging in from a browser, the following message appears: 404 Object Not Found.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual The Java Client For mouse synchronization problems, see The Message Board Button Bar, page 99, and Additional Mouse Synchronization Procedures, page 158. For connection and operation problems, see the table below: Problem Resolution Java Client won't connect to 1. Java 2 JRE 1.4.2 or higher must be installed on your the KL9108 / KL9116. computer. 2.
Appendix Panel Array Mode Problem Low resolution video in Panel Array Mode. Resolution Increase the number of panels that are displayed. When multiple remote users The first user to invoke Panel Array Mode should set it to are logged in concurrently, display at least 4 panels. some of them only receive a partial image. The Windows Client Problem Resolution The Windows Client won't connect to the KL9108 / KL9116. DirectX 7.0 or higher must be installed on the remote computer.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Sun Systems Problem Resolution Video display problems with The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz. HDB-15 interface systems (e.g. Sun Blade 1000 Under Text Mode: servers). 1. Enter the ok prompt and issue the following firmware commands: setenv output-device screen:r1024x768x60 reset-all Under XWindow: 1. Open a console and issue the following command: m64config -res 1024x768x60 2. Log out. 3. Log in.
Appendix Note: We strongly recommend that you close the KL9108 / KL9116 LCD console before continuing (see Closing the Console, page 25.) Using the LCD monitor to view computers that are set to resolutions that exceed its maximum capability can damage it and shorten its life span. To access computers from the local console when the integrated console is closed, simply connect an external KVM console with a monitor that supports 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz to the KL9108 / KL9116’s external console ports. 1.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Additional Mouse Synchronization Procedures If the mouse synchronization procedures mentioned in the manual fail to resolve mouse pointer problems for particular computers, try the following: Note: 1. These procedures are to be performed on the computers attached to the KL9108 / KL9116's ports - not on the computer you are using to access the KL9108 / KL9116. 2.
Appendix 2. Windows XP / Windows Server 2003: a) Open the Mouse Properties dialog box (Control Panel → Mouse) b) Click the Pointer Options tab c) Set the mouse speed to the middle position (6 units in from the left) d) Disable Enhance Pointer Precision 3. Windows ME: Set the mouse speed to the middle position; disable mouse acceleration (click Advanced to get the dialog box for this). 4. Windows NT / Windows 98 / Windows 95: Set the mouse speed to the slowest position.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Administrator Login Failure If you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become corrupted, or you have forgotten it, for example), there is a procedure you can use to clear the login information. Note: Performing this procedure also returns all settings to their defaults. To clear the login information (and return all settings to their defaults), do the following: 1.
Appendix Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available as shown in the following table: KVM Model KL9108 / KL9116 Bracket Type Size (cm) Standard Installation – Long 68.0–105.0 Easy Installation – Short 57.0–70.0 Easy Installation – Long 68.0–105.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 2. Attach the left and right easy-installation mounting rails to the inside of the rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside. Rear Flange Slide Bar Front Flange Rear Attachment Sliding Bracket LEFT RAIL Support Flange RIGHT RAIL a) Screw the front flanges to the rack first. b) Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges make contact with the rack, then screw the rear flanges to the rack.
Appendix 3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack (only tighten the screws part way). Phillips I head M4L6 4. Slide the rear attachment sliding brackets along the slide bars until they contact the rear of the switch, then use the screws supplied with this package to attach the bars to the rear of the switch (tighten the screws all the way).
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual 5. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See Opening the Console, page 21 for opening and closing procedures.) 6. After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating correctly, finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front attachment screws inserted in Step 3.
Appendix About SPHD Connectors This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or Console ports. We have specifically modified the shape of these connectors so that only KVM cables that we have designed to work with this product can be connected. Supported KVM Switches The following is a list of supported KVM switches that can be cascaded from the KL9108 / KL9116. KH88 KH98 CS88A CS138A CS9134 CS9138 Note: The KL9108 / KL9116 OSD port list does not display ports on cascaded KVM switches.
KL9108 / KL9116 User Manual Limited Warranty ATEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective, contact ATEN's support department for repair or replacement of your unit. ATEN will not issue a refund. Return requests can not be processed without the original proof of purchase.
