kl3116-3116t.book Page i Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM LCD KVM Switch KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual www.aten.
kl3116-3116t.book Page ii Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
kl3116-3116t.book Page iii Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://support.aten.com North America http://www.aten-usa.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page v Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Contents FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
kl3116-3116t.book Page vi Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 LCD OSD Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 LCD Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 LCD Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Hot Plugging . . . . . .
kl3116-3116t.book Page vii Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Hotkey Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Alternate OSD Invocation Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Port OS Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Restore Default Values . . . . .
kl3116-3116t.book Page viii Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual About This Manual This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your KL3116 / KL3116T. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Overview Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the KL3116 / KL3116T system.
kl3116-3116t.book Page ix Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T 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.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KL3116 / KL3116T Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch is an integrated LCD console and KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) switch that offers secure access to 16 attached computers and mounts in only 1U of rack space. It features an independently retractable 17" LCD monitor and keyboard with built-in touchpad.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 2 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual A convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 4 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Requirements External Console The following hardware components are required for the external console: A VGA, SVGA, or multisync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation. A USB or 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 5 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 1. Introduction Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: OS X86 Version Microsoft Dos 6.22 (Does not support USB), NT (Does not support USB), 2000 and higher Linux 9.0, Fedora and higher, RHEL AS 4, RHEL 5, RHEL Unix Novell RedHat SUSE 10 and higher, OpenSUSE 10.2; SLES 10 SP1 Debian 3.1, 4.0 Ubuntu 7.04, 7.10 AIX 4.3, 5L (V5.2, V5.3), V6 (V6.1) FreeBSD 5.5, 6.1, 6.2 Netware 5.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 6 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Components Front View 1 2 3 8 7 4 5 No. 6 Component 6 Description 1 Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide the module in. See item 7 in this table and page 19 for more details on sliding the console in and out. 2 LCD Module See LCD Module, page 8. 3 Keyboard Module See Keyboard Module, page 7. 4 Lower Handle Pull to slide the keyboard/touchpad module out.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 7 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 1. Introduction Keyboard Module 13 12 11 10 14 9 15 No. 9 Component Lock LEDs & Reset Switch Description The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located here. A Reset Switch is located to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed switch in with a small object to perform a system reset. 10 Station Selection Area The LED displays the station number that has KVM focus.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 8 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual LCD Module 16 17 18 19 20 No. Component 21 Description 16 LCD Display After sliding the LCD module out, flip up the cover to access the LCD monitor. 17 KVM OSD Button As an alternative to using the OSD hotkey, press this button to access the OSD when viewing a port. Note: This button is available on the KL3116T model only.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 9 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 1. Introduction Rear View 1 No. 2 3 4 Component 5 6 Description 1 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here. 2 Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. 3 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit On and Off. 4 Daisy Chain Port When daisy chaining units, plug the cable in here.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 11 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 63. 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 KL3116 / KL3116T during shipping.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 12 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your KL3116 / KL3116T. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42–77 cm. L Bracket Side Mounting Bracket Note: 1. It takes two people to mount the switch: one to hold it in place, the other to screw it in. 2. The rack mounting kit does not include cage nuts for attaching the KL3116 / KL3116T to a rack.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 13 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T 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 level installation, refer to the installation diagrams beginning on page 15 (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbers of the installation steps) and do the following: 1. Ground the KL3116 / KL3116T.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 17 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Daisy Chain Installation To control even more computers, up to 31 additional compatible switches can be daisy chained from the KL3116 / KL3116T. See Supported KVM Switches, page 69 for a list of compatible ATEN KVM switches to be used when daisy chaining. In a complete installation, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the KL3116 / KL3116T integrated console.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL3116 / KL3116T'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 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 20 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual 2. Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place. 3. Rotate the top panel all the way up to expose the LCD screen.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 21 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM 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. (Once the console has been released, you can let go of the release catch.) 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 22 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 23 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 24 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 25 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 3. Basic Operation LCD OSD Configuration LCD OSD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 26 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual LCD Adjustment Settings The LCD OSD adjustment settings are described in the table below: Setting Description Brightness 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 27 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 3. Basic Operation Hot Plugging The KL3116 / KL3116T supports hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 28 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Port Selection The KL3116 / KL3116T provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual Port Switching, OSD Port Switching, and Hotkey Port Switching. An additional method is available for the KL3116T, which is the Touch Screen Icon. For manual port switching, use the station selection and port selection buttons on the keyboard module to manually switch to a port.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 29 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 3. Basic Operation Touch Screen Icon Use the Touch Screen Icon for port selection, as well as mouse right button and scroll button emulations. It appears on the right side of the screen and performs the following functions: Touch Panel Port Selection icon – press this icon to invoke full screen OSD for port selection. Note: The Touch Screen Icon is hidden while you are selecting the port.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 30 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Press and hold the [Shift] key to enable Mouse Right Button Emulation. While the [Shift] key is pressed down, you should see the menu / action available for the mouse right-click button when pressing the touchscreen or clicking on an application’s icon. This procedure is a toggle. Release [Shift] to disable the mouse emulation. When the shift key is released, the mouse function returns to normal (i.e.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 31 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The on-screen display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All procedures start from the OSD main screen. There are two ways to invoke the OSD: 1. Tap the OSD invocation key on the keyboard (see page 79), or 2. Tap the [Scroll Lock] key twice. Note: 1. Tapping the keyboard OSD invocation key when the OSD is visible, dismisses the OSD. 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 32 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual OSD Main Screen When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears: The diagram depicts the administrator's main screen. The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions, since these are reserved for the administrator and can't be accessed by users. The OSD always starts in list view, with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 33 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation OSD Main Screen Headings The table below describes the OSD Main Screen headings. Heading Description SN--PN This column lists the port ID numbers (station number - port number) for all the KVM ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
kl3116-3116t.book Page 34 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port, scan selected ports only, limit the list you wish to view, designate a port as a quick view port, create or edit a port name, or make OSD setting adjustments. To access an OSD function: 1. Either click a function key field at the top of the main screen, or press a function key on the keyboard. 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 35 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation F2: LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of the ports the OSD displays on the main screen. Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers currently selected for listing on the main screen with this function.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 36 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual F3: SET This function allows the administrator and each user to set up their own, individual, working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username provided during login. To change a setting: 1. Double click it; or move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter]. 2. After you select an item, a submenu with further choices appears.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 37 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation Setting SCAN–SKIP MODE Function Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode (see F5: SKP, page 43), and Auto Scan mode (see F7: SCAN, page 45.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 38 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting TWO-POINT CALIBRATION Function Note: This function is available on the KL3116T only. Calibrates the touchscreen for use on ports with a connected computer. Note: 1. Before using two-point calibration, be sure to select a port with a working computer attached, otherwise the calibration will not be started. 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 39 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation ENABLE / DISABLE TOUCSCREEN Note: This function is available on the KL3116T only. Use this function to enable or disable the Touch Screen Icon that appears on the right side of the screen. Enabled: When the Touch Screen Icon is enabled, simply drag the mouse cursor to the right side of the screen to make it appear.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 40 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual F4: ADM F4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting, double click it; or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter]. After you select an item, a submenu with further choices appears. Double click an item, or move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter].
kl3116-3116t.book Page 41 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation (Continued from previous page.) Setting EDIT PORT NAMES Function To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This function allows the administrator to create, modify, or delete port names. To edit a port name: 1. Click the port, or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter]. 2. Key in the new port name, or modify/delete the old one.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 42 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Setting Function RESET STATION If you change the position of one of the stations in the daisy chain, IDS the OSD settings will no longer correspond to the new location. This function directs the OSD to rescan the station positions of the entire installation and updates the OSD so that the OSD station information corresponds to the new physical layout. Note: Only the station numbers get updated.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 43 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation F5: SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward – switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one. The selection of which computers are available for skip mode switching is made with the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see page 36).
kl3116-3116t.book Page 44 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual F6: BRC F6 is an administrator only function. When this function is in effect, commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers on the installation. This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers, such as performing a system wide shutdown, installing or upgrading software, etc.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 45 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 4. OSD Operation F7: SCAN This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. The selection of computers to be included for auto scanning is made with the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see page 37).
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 47 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Overview For speed and convenience, the KL3116 / KL3116T provides a hotkey function that allows you to switch ports and make some configuration settings directly from the keyboard. Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 48 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Hotkey Port Access Invoking Hotkey Mode All Hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Mode. Invoking Hotkey Mode takes the following three steps: 1. Hold down the [Num Lock] key 2. Press and release the [Minus] key 3. Release the [Num Lock] key Note: 1. The minus key must be released within one half second, otherwise Hotkey invocation is cancelled and it has no effect. 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 49 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Selecting the Active Port Each KVM port is assigned a port ID (see Port ID Numbering, page 28). You can directly access any computer on the installation with a hotkey combination that specifies the Port ID of the KVM port that the computer is connected to. The steps involved are: 1. Invoke hotkey mode (see page 48). 2. Key in the port ID. The port ID numbers display on the command line as you key them in.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 50 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Auto Scan Mode Auto Scan automatically switches, at regular intervals, among all the KVM ports that have been designated as accessible under Scan–Skip Mode, so that their activity can be monitored automatically. See SCAN–SKIP MODE, page 37 for more information. Invoking Auto Scan: To start Auto Scan, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke hotkey mode (see page 48). 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 51 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long or as little as you like – as opposed to auto scanning, which automatically switches after a fixed interval. To invoke Skip mode, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke hotkey mode (see page 48). 2. Key in [Arrow] Where [Arrow] refers to one of the arrow keys.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 52 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Hotkey Configuration Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke hotkey mode (see page 48). 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 53 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Port OS Configuration A port’s operating system can be changed to match the operating system of an attached computer. To change a port’s operating system, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke hotkey mode (see page 48). 2.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 54 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset If the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently selected port, you can perform a keyboard / mouse reset on the computer. This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging the keyboard and mouse on the target computer. To perform a computer keyboard / mouse reset, key in the following hotkey combination: 1.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 55 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Summary Table [Num Lock] + [-] [A] [Enter] or or [Ctrl] + [F12] [Q] [Enter] Invokes Auto Scan mode. When Auto Scan mode is in effect, [P] or left-click pauses auto scanning. When auto scanning is paused, pressing any key or another left-click resumes auto scanning. [B] Toggles the beeper on or off. [Esc] or [Spacebar] Exits hotkey mode.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 57 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 6 The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows-based firmware upgrade utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM switch's firmware. The utility comes as part of a firmware upgrade package that is specific for each device. New firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 58 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual 6. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see page 42). The current firmware upgrade version displays on the screen. Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file, either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 59 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 3. Click Next to continue. The firmware upgrade utility main screen appears: The utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 60 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual 4. Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the utility compares the device's firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device's version is higher than the upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel the upgrade.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 61 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Chapter 6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No, the Upgrade Failed screen appears. Click Cancel to close the firmware upgrade utility. See the next section, Firmware Upgrade Recovery, for how to proceed.
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kl3116-3116t.book Page 63 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. 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. Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 64 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 65 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 66 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 67 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Specifications Function Computer Connections KL3116 / KL3116T Direct 16 Max 512 (via daisy chain) Port Selection Connectors OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton External Console Port External Mouse Port KVM Ports 16 x SPHD-15 (Female) 1 x DB-25 (Male) FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 (Female) 1 x 3-prong AC Socket USB 1.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 68 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 69 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Supported KVM Switches Up to 31 additional KVM switches can be daisy chained from the KL3116 / KL3116T.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 70 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 71 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 72 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Clear Login Information 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), you can clear the login information with the following procedure: 1. Power off the switch and remove the top cover from the unit chassis. 2. Short the jumper labeled Default Password (J17) on the switch's main board. J17 3.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 73 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 68–105 cm racks; A short bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 57–70 cm racks; A long bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 68–105 cm racks.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 74 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual 2. Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL3116 / KL3116T during shipping. Slide the LCD module out until the packing material is visible. Remove the packing material before installing the unit, as shown in the diagram below. 3. 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 75 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix 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. 4. 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).
kl3116-3116t.book Page 76 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual 5. 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). Use the screw indicated below to connect the grounding wire to the rack. Phillips head M4 x 6 6.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 77 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 78 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Sun Systems Problem Video display problems with HDB-15 interface systems (e.g. Sun Blade 1000 servers). Solution The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz. Under Text Mode: 1. Go to OK mode and issue the following 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.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 79 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM Appendix Dedicated Invocation Keys Two dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey Mode and the OSD (as shown in the diagram below): Note: These keys are toggles. Press once to invoke the feature, press again to exit. About SPHD Connectors This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or Console ports.
kl3116-3116t.book Page 80 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 1:28 PM KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual Limited Warranty ALTUSEN 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 ALTUSEN's support department for repair or replacement of your unit. ALTUSEN will not issue a refund. Return requests can not be processed without the original proof of purchase.
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