Installation and Quick Start Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender AP5201 AP5202 AP5203
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Contents Coaxial Analog KVM Switch 1 Product Description and Inventory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hardware requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Additional documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Front panel of Coaxial Analog KVM Switch (AP5202 shown) . .
Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender 17 Product Description and Inventory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Hardware requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Front view of Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Product Description and Inventory Overview Use the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch to control multiple servers with only one monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Control up to 256 servers with a daisy chain of 32 AP5201 Coaxial Analog KVM Switches, or control up to 512 servers with a daisy chain of 32 AP5202 Coaxial Analog KVM Switches.
Note: The Coaxial Analog KVM Switch does not support serial mice. You cannot use serial-to-PS/2 adapters with the cables. • Keyboard port: – 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2-style) keyboard port with +5 Vdc on pin 4 and ground on pin 3, or – 5-pin DIN (AT-style) keyboard port with +5 Vdc on pin 5 and ground on pin 4 Note: If your server uses an AT-style keyboard socket, purchase a PS/2-to-AT keyboard adapter to plug the cable into the keyboard port on the server. Cable.
Additional documentation The Coaxial Analog KVM Switch User’s Guide is available on the supplied CD and on the APC Web site (www.apc.com).
1 KVM Switch 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 F/W UPGRADE LOCAL NORMAL RECOVE R RESET 9 10 ON LINE SELECTED DISABLE REMOTE POWER STATION ID REMOTE REMOTE CONS OLE UPGRADE aem0041a Front panel of Coaxial Analog KVM Switch (AP5202 shown) Item Description Port LEDs Each port has a left (Online) and right (Selected) LED pair that provides status information about a corresponding server port.
Item Description Power LED Indicates that the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch is receiving power. Station ID LED Displays the two-digit station number of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch. The station number indicates the Analog KVM Switch's position in the daisy-chain sequence. Firmware upgrade reset switch The Reset switch is in the NORMAL position during normal operation or while performing a firmware upgrade. If the firmware upgrade does not succeed: Slide the Reset switch to the RECOVER position.
Rear panel of Coaxial Analog KVM Switch (AP5202 shown) CHAIN IN N/A FOR ST No.1 CHAIN OUT 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 100-240V--1A , 50/ 60Hz aem0042a CONSOLE POWER Item Description Power inlet 3-pin, AC power inlet. Power switch Rocker-style switch for turning the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch on or off. Mouse connector Connects to a PS/2-style mouse. Chain In port Serially connects one Coaxial Analog KVM Switch to another.
How to Mount the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Mounting options You can install the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch in the front or the rear of the rack or enclosure. To mount the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch horizontally in a NetShelter® or any other standard EIA-310 rack or enclosure: 1. Attach the mounting brackets to the front or rear of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, using flat-head screws (provided). 2.
How to Install a Single Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Pre-installation Turn off power to all devices that you plan to connect. To prevent damage to your equipment because of static-electric discharge, ground all devices involved in the installation. Warning: For safety and grounding instructions, consult your device manuals or contact the customer support department of the device manufacturer.
2. For each server that you are connecting to the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, use a custom cable set (see “Cable” on page 2) to connect any available server port on the rear of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch to the Keyboard, Video, and Mouse ports of the server. 3. Plug the power cable into the port marked Power on the rear of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, and then plug the power cable into an AC power source. 4. Apply power to the servers.
2. Use a custom cable set (see “Cable” on page 2) to connect the Coaxial Analog KVM Switches. Connect the Chain Out port of the first Coaxial Analog KVM Switch to the Chain In port of the second Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, connect the Chain Out port of the second Coaxial Analog KVM Switch to the Chain In port of the third Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, etc. Note: Do not use the Chain In port of the first Coaxial Analog KVM Switch.
3. For each server you are connecting to the daisy-chain setup, use a custom cable set (see “Cable” on page 2) to connect an available server port on one of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switches to the Keyboard, Video, and Mouse ports of the server. 4. Apply power to the system. See “How to Apply Power” on this page to complete the multi-switch installation. How to Apply Power To apply power for a multiple-switch system: 1. Plug in the power cable for the first KVM station.
Operation—Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Select ports using one of the following two methods: entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard or using the On-Screen Display (OSD). Hot Key mode To activate or deactivate Hot Key mode, press NUM LOCK and the hyphen (-) key at the same time. Note: Release the hyphen (-) key within 1/2 second. Otherwise Hot Key activation stops and has no effect.
Hot Key summary table The following table summarizes Hot Key operations on the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch: See “Hot Key mode” on page 12 for instructions on activating Hot Key Mode. Hot Key Operation Description Station ID and Port ID numbers Switch access to the server corresponding to the Port ID on the station corresponding to the Station ID. T + number 1–255 Sets the Auto Scan interval to a number of seconds from 1 to 255. A Activates Auto Scan mode. P Pauses Auto Scan.
On Screen Display (OSD) operation To activate the OSD main menu: 1. Press the pre-assigned Hot Key, SCROLL LOCK, twice in rapid succession if you are already logged on. Optionally, you can assign the CTRL key as the main menu Hot Key. See the User’s Guide on the provided Coaxial Analog KVM Switch Utility CD for additional information. 2. When power is applied to the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch, the KVM Login screen appears.
OSD functions The OSD provides a series of function keys to configure and control various server operations. For example, you can switch to any port, scan selected ports, and limit the list of ports you want to view. You can also manage port names or make OSD setting adjustments. To access any OSD function do one of the following: • Press the desired function key on your keyboard. • Click a function key menu option located at the top of the main menu screen. For some functions, a submenu may appear.
Specifications Electrical Power supply 100–240 V; 50 or 60 Hz Connectors Console VGA Console K/M CPU Ports Serial connection Remote access Firmware Upgrade Power HDB-15F 2-pin mini-DIN F (keyboard: purple; mouse: green) AP5202: (16) SPDB-15F; AP5201: (8) SPDB-15F DB-25 F, 1 x DB-25 M RJ-45 RJ-11 3-pin AC power jack Emulation Keyboard Mouse PS/2 PS/2 Scan interval User specified: 1 to 255 seconds Power consumption DC 9 V, 8 W (max) Physical Switches NORMAL RECOVER (Firmware upgrade) RESET LOCAL/REM
Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender Product Description and Inventory Overview Use the Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender to operate the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch from a remote console that is up to 500 ft (150 m) from the Switch. Inventory Quantity Item 1 Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender (AP5203) 1 Power adapter 1 Warranty card Hardware requirements Remote Console.
aem0015a Front view of Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender Item Description Port LEDs Two LEDs (Power and Link) indicate operating status. A steady Power LED indicates the connection to the local unit is operating correctly. A blinking Power LED indicates that there is a problem with the connection to the local unit. When the Link LED is on, the remote console is active. When the Link LED is off, the local console is active or there is a problem with the connection to the local unit.
How to Install the Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender Pre-installation Turn off power to all devices that you plan to connect. To prevent damage to your equipment because of static-electric discharge, ground all devices involved in the installation. Warning: For safety and grounding instructions, consult your device manuals or contact the customer support department of the device manufacturer. Installation To install the Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender: 1.
Operation—Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender The Coaxial Analog KVM Console Extender provides remote access to the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch. Control of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch is shared serially; only one station can provide input at a time. The Local and Remote consoles can monitor output simultaneously, unless the Disable Remote option of the Coaxial Analog KVM Switch is activated.
Specifications Electrical Connectors Console VGA Console K/M KVM Power 1 x 15 pin HDB female 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN female RJ-45 External 9 V power supply Power consumption AC 9 V 4.0 W (maximum) Physical LEDs Power On (1) On Line (1) Video resolution 1284 x 1024 DDC; DDC2; DDC2B (local monitor only) Housing Metal Weight 0.44 lb (220 g) Dimensions (L x W x H) 4.0 x 3.2 x 1.
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