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KVM Over the NET™ User Manual
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Hot Plugging
The KVM Over the NET
TM
switch supports hot plugging – components can be
removed and added back into the installation by unplugging and replugging
cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down.
Note: If the computer’s Operating System does not support hot plugging, this
function may not work properly.
The Adapter ID Function
Adapter Cable information that includes the Adapter ID, port name, OS,
keyboard language, and access mode is stored on the adapter. The Adapter ID
function stores this information, as well as the adapter cable’s configuration
information (such as access rights, etc.), in the switch’s database.
When you move a computer together with its adapter cable from one port to
another, you don’t have to reconfigure its settings – the Adapter ID function
restores them at the new location. The only change is in the port number.
When moving the computer and adapter cable to another switch, however, only
the information that is stored on the adapter is retained. For the other settings
you must either reconfigure them, or use the Port Utilities export/function (see
page 84) to restore them.
Since port settings are stored with the adapter, if you move a computer to a new
port without its original adapter; or if you connect a different computer to the
adapter, you must manually configure the port settings for the new computer.
See Port Utilities, page 84 for port configuration details.
Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to power off the switch, or if the switch loses power
and needs to be restarted, wait 10 seconds before powering it back on. The
computers should not be affected by this, but if any of them should fail, simply
restart them.
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