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iii T A B L E O F C ON T E N T S List of Figures ................................................................................................................ vii List of Tables ................................................................................................................... ix Chapter 1: Product Overview.......................................................................................... 1 Features and Benefits .....................................................................
iv DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Chapter 3: Local Port Operation................................................................................... 21 Controlling Your System at the Local Port...................................................................................... 21 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers ........................................................................................ 21 Viewing the status of your DSR1021/1022 switching system ............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS v Launching a KVM Session ............................................................................................................... 56 Video Viewer Window Features ...................................................................................................... 57 Changing the toolbar................................................................................................................ 59 Setting the Window Size.........................................................
vi DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Index................................................................................................................................
vii LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1.1: Example DSR1021/1022 Switch Configuration ............................................................. 3 Figure 1.2: The DSR1021 Switch ...................................................................................................... 3 Figure 1.3: The DSR1022 Switch ...................................................................................................... 4 Figure 2.1: Basic DSR1021 Switch Configuration.......................................................
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ix LIST OF TABLES Table 3.1: OSCAR Interface Status Symbols ................................................................................... 22 Table 3.2: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics .............................................................................. 24 Table 3.3: Setup Features to Configure the OSCAR Interface........................................................ 25 Table 3.4: OSCAR Interface Status Flags ...............................................................................
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1 CHAPTER 1 Product Overview Features and Benefits Avocent DSR® switches combine analog and digital technology to provide flexible, centralized control of data center servers and facilitate the OA&M (operations, activation and maintenance) of remote branch offices where trained operators may be unavailable. They provide enterprise customers with a significant reduction of cable volume, secure remote access and flexible server management from anywhere at anytime.
2 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide The DSRIQ module is powered directly from the target device and provides Keep Alive functionality when the DSR1021/1022 switch is not powered. The DSRIQ-SRL (serial) module is a DCE device that provides the primary interface between a serial device and a DSR1021/1022 switch. It provides VT100 terminal emulation, break suppression and port history in a compact, convenient module.
3 Chapter 1: Product Overview DSR1021/1022 switch Ethernet DSView 3 Software Modem Telephone Network Analog User (OSCAR Graphical User Interface) Digital User (Computer with Internet browser) Figure 1.1: Example DSR1021/1022 Switch Configuration DSR1021 Switch Figure 1.
4 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide DSR1022 Switch Number of target devices 4 Digital paths 1 Analog user 1 Figure 1.3: The DSR1022 Switch Safety Precautions To avoid potential video and keyboard problems when using Avocent products: • If the building has 3-phase AC power, ensure that the computer and monitor are on the same phase. For best results, they should be on the same circuit.
5 CHAPTER 2 Installation DSR 1021/1022 Switch Connectivity The DSR1021/1022 switching system can connect to a server running the DSView 3 software. DSView 3 software allows a user to view and control target devices (one at a time) attached to the DSR1021/1022 switching system. For more information on the DSView 3 software, see the DSView Installer/User Guide.
6 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Installation Overview The general procedure for setting up and installing the DSR1021/1022 switch is as follows: Setting up your network The DSR1021/1022 switching system uses IP addresses to uniquely identify the switch and the target devices. The DSR1021/1022 switch supports both Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and static IP addressing.
Chapter 2: Installation 7 Digital User Ethernet Telephone Network Power Cord Internet Connection Ethernet and/or Modem DSR1021 Switch Ports 1-8 SETUP Port CAT 5 Cable SPC Port Connection Analog User KVM Connections SPC Power Control Device Server Server Server Server Figure 2.
8 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Getting Started Before installing your DSR1021/1022 switch, refer to the following lists to ensure you have all items that shipped with the DSR1021/1022 switch as well as other items necessary for proper installation.
Chapter 2: Installation 9 2. Plug the VGA monitor and PS/2 keyboard and mouse cables into the corresponding DSR1021/1022 switch ports. You must install both a keyboard and mouse on the local port, or the keyboard will not initialize properly. 3. Choose an available numbered port on the back panel of the DSR1021/1022 switch. Plug one end of a CAT 5 patch cable (4-pair, up to 10 meters) into the selected port and plug the other end into the RJ-45 connector of a DSRIQ module. 4.
10 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide 2. Attach one end of the CAT 5 patch cable to the RJ-45 connector on the DSRIQ module. Connect the other end of the CAT 5 patch cable to the desired port on the back panel of the DSR1021/1022 switch. 3. Repeat this procedure for all servers you wish to attach. NOTE: When connecting a Sun DSRIQ module, you must use a multi-sync monitor in the local port to accommodate Sun computers that support both VGA and sync-on-green or composite sync.
Chapter 2: Installation 11 DSRIQ modules NOTE: PS/2, Sun and USB DSRIQ modules are available for attaching computers to your DSR1021/1022 switch. Use the DSRIQ-SRL serial module to connect serial devices to the DSR1021/1022 switch. The DSRIQ-SRL features two green LEDs: a POWER LED and a STATUS LED. • • The POWER LED indicates that the attached DSRIQ-SRL is powered on. The STATUS LED indicates that a valid selection has been made to a DSR1021/1022 switch.
12 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide This section explains the steps for setting mouse movement and cursor features for use with Avocent hardware products and DSView® management software with the following operating systems: • Microsoft® Windows® • NT 4.0 • 2000 • XP • Server 2003 • IntelliPoint® drivers • LINUX® • Red Hat® (pre-8.0, 8.
Chapter 2: Installation 7. 13 Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using: • • • If you are using DSView software version 2.x or earlier, click Mouse Align. If you are using DSView software version 3.0 or later, click Align Local Cursor. If you are using the AVWorks® cross-platform management application, click Screen Refresh. The mouse resynchronizes and should work properly.
14 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide 8. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using: • • • If you are using DSView software version 2.x or earlier, click Mouse Align. If you are using DSView software version 3.0 or later, click Align Local Cursor. If you are using the AVWorks software, click Screen Refresh. The mouse resynchronizes and should work properly.
Chapter 2: Installation 15 2. From the tree view, select Peripherals - Mouse to list the mouse settings. 3. Set the Acceleration slider to the center position. 4. (Optional) Select the desired Mouse buttons option and set the Threshold slider to the desired position. 5. Click OK to close the Control Center dialog box and to save your settings. 6. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using.
16 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide To adjust the mouse speed and cursor settings for Red Hat Enterprise LINUX drivers: There are two ways to open the Mouse dialog box: • • To open the Mouse dialog box using a menu, go to step 1. To open the Mouse dialog box using icons, go to step 4. 1. Click the Main Menu icon. 2. Select Programs - Settings - Peripherals - Mouse to open the Mouse dialog box. 3. Go to step 8. 4. Click the Start Here icon to open the Start Here dialog box. 5.
Chapter 2: Installation 17 7. (Optional) Set the Pointer threshold, Double click interval, Drag start time, Drag start distance and Mouse wheel scrolls by sliders to the desired positions. 8. If necessary, click Defaults to restore the default settings. 9. Click Apply to save your settings. 10. Click the X button in the upper-right corner to close the Mouse - Control Center dialog box. 11.
18 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide 8. 9. Set the mouse scaling to normal by performing the following actions: a. From the Video Viewer menu, select Tools - Session Options to open the Session Options dialog box. b. Click the Mouse tab. c. In the Mouse Scaling area, select the Default radio button. d. Click OK to close the Session Options dialog box and to save your settings.
Chapter 2: Installation 8. 19 Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using. • • • If you are using DSView software version 2.x or earlier, click Mouse Align. If you are using DSView software version 3.0 or later, click Align Local Cursor. If you are using the AVWorks software, click Screen Refresh. The mouse resynchronizes and should work properly.
20 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Apple Mac OS To adjust the mouse speed and cursor settings for Version X (using default drivers): 1. Click the Apple icon. 2. Select System Prefs to open the System Prefs window. 3. Select View - Mouse to open the Mouse dialog box. 4. Set the Tracking Speed slider to the default of the fifth tick mark from the left. 5. (Optional) Set the Double-Click Speed slider to the desired position.
21 CHAPTER 3 Local Port Operation Controlling Your System at the Local Port The DSR1021/1022 switch includes a local port on the back panel. You can use this port to connect a keyboard, monitor and mouse to the switch for direct access. The DSR1021/1022 switch uses the OSCAR® graphical user interface, which has intuitive menus to configure your system and selected target devices. Targets can be identified by customizable names.
22 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Viewing the status of your DSR1021/1022 switching system The status of target devices in your system is indicated in the far right columns of the Main dialog box. Table 3.1 describes the OSCAR interface status symbols. Table 3.1: OSCAR Interface Status Symbols Symbol Description (green circle) Server is connected and powered on, and the DSRIQ module is online. Connected target device is powered off or is not operating properly and the DSRIQ module is offline.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 23 To select the previous target device: Press Print Screen and then Backspace on the keyboard. This key combination toggles you between the previous and current connections. To disconnect from a target device: Press Print Screen and then Alt+0 (zero) on the keyboard. This leaves the user in a free state with no target device selected. The status flag on your desktop displays Free.
24 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Navigating the OSCAR Interface This table describes how to navigate the OSCAR interface using the keyboard and mouse. Table 3.2: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics Keystroke Action Performed Print Screen Opens the OSCAR interface. Press Print Screen twice to send the Print Screen keystroke to the currently selected DSRIQ module. F1 Opens the Help screen for the current dialog box.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 25 Table 3.2: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics (Continued) Keystroke Action Performed Delete Deletes the current selection in the Scan list or characters in a text box. Shift-Del Deletes from the current selection to the end of the list when editing a Scan list. Numbers Type from the keyboard or keypad. Caps Lock Disabled. Use the Shift key to change case. Backspace Erases characters in a text box.
26 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide To access the OSCAR interface Setup dialog box: 1. Press Print Screen to open the OSCAR interface. The Main dialog box appears. See Figure 3.1 on page 21 for an illustration of the Main dialog box populated with sample data. 2. Click Setup to open the Setup dialog box as shown in Figure 3.2. Figure 3.2: Setup Dialog Box Assigning target device names Use the Names dialog box to identify target devices by name rather than by port number.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 2. 27 Click Setup - Names to open the Names dialog box. Figure 3.3 shows the Names dialog box populated with sample data. Figure 3.3: Names Dialog Box NOTE: If new DSRIQ modules are discovered by the DSR1021/1022 switch, the on-screen list will be automatically updated. The mouse cursor will change into an hourglass during the update. No mouse or keyboard input will be accepted until the list update is complete. To assign names to target devices: 1.
28 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide 2. Type a name in the New Name text field. Names of target devices may be up to 15 characters long. Legal characters include A-Z, a-z, 0-9, space and hyphen. 3. Click OK to transfer the new name to the Names dialog box. Your selection is not saved until you click OK in the Names dialog box. 4. Repeat steps 1-3 for each target device in the system. 5. Click OK in the Names dialog box to save your changes.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 29 When the DSR1021/1022 switch discovers a cascade switch, the numbering format changes from a DSR port only to [DSR port]-[switch port] to accommodate each target device under that switch. For example, if a switch is connected to DSR port 6, each target device connected to it would be numbered sequentially. The target device using DSR port 6, switch port 1 would be 06-01. The target device using DSR port 6, switch port 2 would be 06-02 and so on.
30 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide To access the OSCAR interface Menu dialog box: 1. Press Print Screen to launch the OSCAR interface. The Main dialog box appears. See Figure 3.1 on page 21 for an illustration of the Main dialog box populated with sample data. 2. Click Setup - Menu in the Main dialog box to open the Menu dialog box as shown in Figure 3.7. Figure 3.7: Menu Dialog Box To choose the display order of target devices: 1.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 31 To set a Screen Delay Time for the OSCAR interface: 1. Type in the number of seconds (0-9) to delay the OSCAR display after you press Print Screen. Entering 0 will instantly open the OSCAR interface with no delay. 2. Click OK to save setting. Setting a Screen Delay Time allows you to complete a soft switch without the OSCAR interface displaying. To perform a soft switch, see the Soft switching section on page 23.
32 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.8: Flag Dialog Box To determine how the status flag is displayed: 1. In the Flag Type section of the Flag dialog box, select Name or EID to determine what information to display. 2. Select Displayed to show the flag all the time. -orSelect Timed to display the flag for only five seconds after switching. 3.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation b. Left-click on the title bar and drag to the desired location. c. Right-click to return to the Flag dialog box. 33 NOTE: Changes made to the flag position are not saved until you click OK in the Flag dialog box. 6. Click OK to save settings. -orClick X to exit without saving changes. Broadcasting to target devices The local user can simultaneously control multiple target devices in a system to ensure that all selected target devices receive identical input.
34 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide NOTE: Broadcasting Keystrokes - The keyboard state must be identical for all target devices receiving a broadcast to interpret keystrokes identically. Specifically, the Caps Lock and Num Lock modes must be the same on all keyboards. While the switch attempts to send keystrokes to the selected target devices simultaneously, some target devices may inhibit and thereby delay the transmission.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 35 To add target devices to the Scan list: 1. If the OSCAR interface is not open, press Print Screen to open the Main dialog box will appear. See Figure 3.1 on page 21 for an illustration of the Main dialog box populated with sample data. 2. Click Setup - Scan to open the Scan dialog box. Figure 3.11 shows the Scan dialog box populated with sample data. Figure 3.11: Scan Dialog Box 3. Determine the order within the list to add the target device.
36 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide a. b. c. d. Press Alt+Down Arrow to move the cursor down through the list of target devices. Press Alt+Up Arrow to move the cursor up through the list of target devices. Press Alt+Home to move the cursor to the first target device in the list. Press Alt+End to move the cursor to the last target device in the list. 5. In the Time column, type the number of seconds (from 3-255) of desired time before the scan moves to the next target device in the sequence. 6.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 3. Select Scan Enable in the Commands dialog box. 4. Click X to close the Commands dialog box. 37 NOTE: Scanning will begin as soon as the Scan Enable button is selected. To cancel Scan mode: If the OSCAR interface is open, select a target device. -orIf the OSCAR interface is not open, move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard. Scanning will stop at the currently selected target device.
38 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.13: Screen Saver Dialog Box To set the Screen Saver options: NOTE: The Screen Saver password is set within the DSView 3 software. For more information, see the DSView Installer/User Guide. 1. Type the number of minutes for Inactivity Time (1-99) to delay activation of the password protection and screen saver features. 2. For Mode, select Energy if your monitor is ENERGY STAR® compliant; otherwise, select Screen.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 39 To immediately turn on the screen saver: Press Print Screen, then press Pause. This command works only when the user is connected to a target device. Setting the keyboard country code NOTE: Using a keyboard code that supports a language different from that of your DSR1021/1022 switch firmware will cause incorrect keyboard mapping. Sun servers can use keyboard mappings for non-US keyboards.
40 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.14: Keyboard Dialog Box 3. Select a country code and click OK. 4. Reboot the Sun servers. After rebooting, each Sun server will request the country code setting stored in the DSRIQ module. NOTE: If you wish to reboot the target devices by power-cycling them, you must wait 90 seconds before rebooting. However, you can perform asoft reboot without waiting 90 seconds.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 41 Managing Server Tasks Using the OSCAR Interface From the OSCAR interface Commands dialog box, you can manage your DSR1021/1022 switching system and user connections, enable the Scan and Broadcast modes and update your firmware. Table 3.5 lists commands you can use to manage routine tasks for your target devices.. Table 3.5: Commands to Manage Routine Tasks for Target Devices Feature Purpose Broadcast Enable Begin broadcasting to target devices.
42 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Viewing and disconnecting user connections You can view and disconnect users through the User Status dialog box. The username (U) is always displayed; however, you can display either the target device name or EID number to which a user is connected. If no user is currently connected to a channel, the user field is blank and the Server Name field displays Free. To view current user connections: 1. If the OSCAR interface is not open, press Print Screen.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 43 Figure 3.17: Disconnect Dialog Box 4. Click OK to disconnect the user and return to the User Status dialog box. -orClick X or press Escape to exit the dialog box without disconnecting a user. NOTE: If the User Status list has changed since it was last displayed, the mouse cursor will turn into an hourglass as the list is automatically updated. No mouse or keyboard input will be accepted until the list update is complete.
44 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide a. A message appears indicating that the mouse and keyboard have been reset. b. Click X to close the message box. -orClick X or press Escape to exit without sending a Reset command to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard. Displaying version information The OSCAR interface enables you to display the version number of the switch firmware and any auxiliary devices connected to the switch. This information facilitates system troubleshooting and support.
Chapter 3: Local Port Operation 45 Figure 3.19: DSRIQ Selection Dialog Box 4. Select a DSRIQ module to view and click the Version button. The DSRIQ Version dialog box appears. For more information on loading firmware, see Appendix A on page 77. Figure 3.20: DSRIQ Version Dialog Box 5. Click X to close the DSRIQ Version dialog box.
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47 CHAPTER 4 Web Server Operations Overview of the DSR1021/1022 Web Server In addition to the OSCAR on-screen interface, the DSR1021/1022 switch provides a built in web server to handle all basic KVM switching needs. For enhanced functionality and control of multiple devices, users can upgrade to the DSView 3 software package. The DSR web server provides secure “point-and-click” web browser-based access to control any device attached to your DSR1021/1022 switch.
48 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide About the DSR Explorer Window When a user has been logged in and authenticated, the Avocent DSR Explorer window appears. From the DSR Explorer window, users may view, access and manage their DSR1021/1022 switch. The window may also be used to specify system settings and change profile settings. Figure 4.1 shows the DSView Explorer window areas for the DSR1021/1022 switches. A B C Figure 4.1: Avocent DSR Explorer Window Table 4.
Chapter 4: Web Server Operations 49 Using the side navigation bar You can use the side navigation bar to display windows in which you can specify settings or perform operations. Figure 4.2 shows the side navigation bar of the DSR1021Explorer window. Figure 4.2: Side Navigation Bar Clicking on a link that does not contain an arrow will display its corresponding window.
50 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide To bookmark a window: 1. In the top option bar, click BOOKMARK or the bookmark icon. The Add Favorite dialog box will appear. 2. If you wish, type a name for the window. You may also click the Create in button to create or specify a folder in which to place the window. 3. Click OK to close the Add Favorite dialog box. Printing a window All DSR web server windows contain a print icon in the top option bar. To print a DSR web server window: 1.
Chapter 4: Web Server Operations 51 To disconnect an active KVM session (Administrator only): 1. Click Appliance - Appliance Settings - Sessions - Active to display a list of active KVM sessions. 2. Select the checkbox to the left of the session you wish to disconnect and click the Disconnect button. Managing a DSR web server device While not as powerful as the DSView 3 software, the DSR web server provides several configuration options to tailor the DSR1021/1022 switch to your specific application.
52 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Managing Local Accounts The DSR web server provides local and login security through Administrator-defined user accounts. By selecting Local Accounts on the side menu bar, Administrators may add and delete users, define user preemption and access levels and change passwords. User access levels Accounts have two access levels: user and Administrator. Most switch management tasks can only be performed by persons with Administrator level access.
Chapter 4: Web Server Operations 53 Managing Device Properties Viewing and changing appliance configuration information The DSR1021/1022 switch reports most device properties directly through the DSR web browser. NOTE: Users can view all applicance information, but only Administrators can change settings. Table 4.
54 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Power Controlling Target Devices NOTE: You must have Administrator privileges to change SPC power control device settings. If a target device is connected to an SPC power control device outlet, you may power up, power down or cycle (power target device down and then up) the target device using the DSR web server. To power up a target device: 1. Select Appliance - Appliance Settings - Ports - SPC - Sockets from the DSR Explorer.
55 CHAPTER 5 The Video Viewer About the Video Viewer Window The Video Viewer is used to conduct a KVM session with the target devices attached to the DSR switch. When you connect to a device using the Video Viewer, the target device desktop appears in a separate window containing both the local and the target device cursor. The Video Viewer window supports either a 3- or 5-button mouse. The DSR web server software uses a Java-based program to display the Video Viewer window.
56 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide The Video Viewer client requires Java version 1.4.2_04 or later when opened from Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Netscape or Firefox browsers. The DSR web server automatically downloads and installs the Video Viewer the first time it is opened. NOTE: The DSR web server does not install the Java Resource Engine (JRE). The JRE is available from http:\\www.sun.com as a free download.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 57 Video Viewer Window Features Figure 5.1 shows the Video Viewer window areas, and descriptions follow in Table 5.1 on page 58. B C A H I Figure 5.
58 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Table 5.1: Video Viewer Window Descriptions Letter Description A Title Bar: Displays the name of the server being viewed. When in Full Screen mode, the title bar disappears and the server name appears between the menu and toolbar. B Thumbtack: Locks the display of the menu and toolbar so that it is visible at all times. C Menu and toolbar: Enables you to access many of the features in the Video Viewer window.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 59 Changing the toolbar You can choose the amount of elapsed time before the toolbar hides in the Video Viewer window when it is in show/hide state (that is, not locked in place by the thumbtack). To specify a toolbar hide time: 1. Select Tools - Session Options from the Video Viewer window menu -orClick the Session Options button. The Session Options dialog box appears. 2. Click the Toolbar tab. 3.
60 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Adjusting the View Using menus or Task buttons in the Video Viewer window, you can do the following: • Align the mouse cursors. • Refresh the screen. • Enable or disable Full Screen mode. When Full Screen mode is enabled, the image adjusts to fit the desktop up to a size of 1024 x 768.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 61 To enable or disable full screen mode: 1. To enable Full Screen mode, click the Maximize button. -orSelect View - Full Screen from the Video Viewer window menu. The desktop window disappears and only the accessed device desktop is visible. The screen resizes up to a maximum of 1024 x 768. If the desktop has a higher resolution, then a black background surrounds the full screen image. The floating toolbar appears. -or- 2.
62 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Additional Video Adjustment Generally, the Video Viewer window automatic adjustment features optimizes the video for the best possible view. However, users can fine-tune the video with the help of Avocent Technical Support by selecting the Tools - Manual Video Adjust command in the Video Viewer window menu or clicking the Manual Video Adjust button. This displays the Manual Video Adjust dialog box. Video adjustment is a per target setting.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 63 Table 5.2: Manual VIdeo Adjust Dialog Box Descriptions Letter Description Letter Description A Image Capture Width H Pixel Noise Threshold B Pixel Sampling/Fine Adjust I Automatic Video Adjustment C Image Capture Horizontal Position J Refresh Image D Image Capture Vertical Position K Adjustment bar E Contrast L Video Test Pattern F Brightness M Performance Monitor G Block Noise Threshold N Close button 2.
64 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide You can modify Noise Threshold and Priority Threshold values if you are using standard video compression. You can also modify Block Noise Threshold and Pixel Noise Threshold values. You can restore default threshold values by clicking Auto Adjust Video. Block noise threshold and pixel noise threshold The Block Noise Threshold and Pixel Noise Threshold values set the minimum color levels in terms of changed video blocks and pixels per thousand that are allowed.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 65 NOTE: If the device does not support the ability to disconnect and reconnect the mouse (almost all newer PCs do), then the mouse will become disabled and the device will have to be rebooted. Cursor Type The Video Viewer window offers five appearance choices for the local mouse cursor. You can also choose no cursor or the default cursor.
66 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide The local cursor does not appear and all movements are relative to the target device. To select a key for exiting single cursor mode: 1. Select Tools - Session Options from the Video Viewer window menu. -orClick the Session Options button. The Session Options dialog box appears. 2. Click the Mouse tab. 3. Select a terminating keystroke from the drop-down menu in the Single Cursor mode area. 4. Click OK to save settings.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer 67 Click the Session Options button. The Session Options dialog box appears. 2. Click the Mouse tab. 3. To use one of the preconfigured settings, check the appropriate radio button. -or4. To set custom scaling: a. Click the Custom radio button to enable the X and Y fields. b. Type a mouse scaling value in the X and Y fields. For every mouse input, the mouse movements are multiplied by the respective X and Y scaling factors. Valid input range is 0.25-3.00.
68 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide NOTE: The Japanese keyboard ALT-Han/Zen keystroke combination is always sent to a remote server regardless of the screen mode or keyboard pass-through setting. To specify keyboard pass-through: 1. Select Tools - Session Options from the Video Viewer window menu. -orClick the Session Options button. The Session Options dialog box appears. 2. Click the General tab. 3. Select Pass-through all keystrokes in regular window mode. 4. Click OK to save setting.
Chapter 5: The Video Viewer -orClick the Capture to Clipboard button. The image data is saved to the clipboard. Closing a Video Viewer Window Session To close a Video Viewer window session: Select File - Exit from the Video Viewer window.
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71 CHAPTER 6 Terminal Operations The Console Menu Each DSR1021/1022 switch can be configured at the appliance level through the Console menu interface accessed through the SETUP port on the back panel of the switch. You can access all terminal commands through a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software. NOTE: Avocent does not recommend this method for setting options for the DSR1021/1022 switch.
72 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 6.1: Console Main Menu 2. The Console Main menu displays as shown in Figure 6.1. 3. Type 1 and press Enter for the Network Configuration option to display the Network Configuration menu shown in Figure 6.2 on page 73.
Chapter 6: Terminal Operations 73 Figure 6.2: Network Configuration Menu 4. Type 1 and press Enter to set your network speed and return to the Network Configuration menu. When possible, set your connection manually without relying on the auto negotiate feature. 5. Type 2 and press Enter to specify whether you are using a static or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) address.
74 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Other Console Main Menu Options Besides the Network Configuration option, the Console Main menu of the DSR1021/1022 switch features the following menu items: • • • • • Security Configuration Firmware Management Enable Debug Messages Restore Factory Defaults Reset Appliance and Exit Security Configuration The DSR1021/1022 switch contains an internal database that can be used by the DSR Remote Operations software, the local port, or the CONSOLE port if the DSVie
Chapter 6: Terminal Operations 75 To rename a user in the DSR1021/1022 switch database: 1. From the Console Main menu, type 2 and press Enter to access the Security Configuration menu option. 2. Type 1 and press Enter to access the Local User Accounts menu option. A list of users already within the database appears. 3. Type E. 4. At the prompt, enter the number of the user you wish to rename and then press Enter. 5. Type a new username and press Enter. 6. Enter the password for the user. 7.
76 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide If the server running DSView 3 software cannot contact the DSR1021/1022 switch to add the certificate, an error message displays and the DSR1021/1022 switch is not added to the database. Secure Mode The DSR1021/1022 switch operates in one of two modes: Security disabled or Security enabled. • In Security disabled mode, the DSR1021/1022 switch allows any server running DSView 3 software to communicate with it.
77 APPENDICES Appendix A: FLASH Upgrades You can use the DSR1021/1022 switch FLASH upgrade feature to update your appliance with the latest firmware available. You can perform this update by using the DSView 3 software or by using a Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server. After the FLASH memory is reprogrammed with the upgrade, the DSR1021/1022 switch performs a soft reset, which terminates all DSRIQ module sessions.
78 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide 10. The DSR1021/1022 switch begins the FLASH upgrade process. On-screen indicators display the upgrade progress. When the upload is complete, the DSR1021/1022 switch resets and upgrades the internal subsystems. 11. Once the upgrade is complete, a verification message appears on-screen.
Appendices 79 Appendix B: Using DSView Software Over a Modem Connection An external modem can be attached to the DSR1021/1022 switch. You can use this modem to access the switch when an Ethernet connection is not available. A modem/PPP dial-up connection must be established before the remote operation is enabled. Be sure to set the dial-up connection options to 115,200 bps, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and enabled hardware flow control.
80 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix C: Using DSRIQ-SRL Modules The DSRIQ-SRL module is a serial-to-VGA converter that permits VT100-capable devices to be viewed from the DSR1021/1022 switch local port or by using the DSView 3 software. The actual serial data is not accessed but is merely displayed. All serial data coming from the target device is displayed in a VT100 window, placed into a video buffer and sent to the DSR1021/1022 switch as though it came from a VGA target.
Appendices 81 • Enter Sends: Use this option to specify the keys that are transmitted when Enter is pressed. Available options are (Enter), which moves the cursor to the left side of the screen, or (Enter-Linefeed), which moves the cursor to the left side of the screen and down one line. • Received: This option enables you to specify how the module translates a received Enter character. Available options are (Enter) or (Enter-Linefeed).
82 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide To configure a DSRIQ-SRL module: 1. Press Ctrl-F8 to open the Configuration Screen. 2. Select a parameter to change. You can navigate the Configuration Screen using the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys. 3. Modify the selected value using the Left Arrow and Right Arrow keys. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to modify additional values. 5. Press Enter to save your changes and exit the Configuration Screen.
Appendices 83 To use History mode: 1. Press Ctrl-F9 to enter into History mode. 2. Press one of the following key combinations to perform the indicated action: • Home: Move to the top of the buffer. • End: Move to the bottom of the buffer. • Page Up: Move up one buffer page. • Page Down: Move down one buffer page. • Up Arrow: Move up one buffer line. • Down Arrow: Move down one buffer line. • Ctrl-F8: Enter Configuration mode by opening the Configuration screen.
84 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix D: UTP Cabling The following information is intended to brief you on various aspects of connection media. The performance of a DSR1021/1022 switching system depends on high quality connections. Poor quality or poorly installed or maintained cabling can diminish DSR system performance. NOTE: This appendix is for information purposes only. Please consult with your local code officials and cabling consultants prior to any installation.
Appendices 85 Table D.1: UTP Wiring Standards (Continued) Pin EIA/TIA 568A EIA/TIA 568B 7 white/brown white/brown 8 brown brown Cabling installation, maintenance and safety tips Prior to installing or maintaining your cables, review the following list of important safety considerations: • Keep all CAT 5 runs to a maximum of 10 meters each. • Maintain the twists of the pairs all the way to the point of termination, or no more than one-half inch untwisted.
86 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix E: Technical Specifications Table E.1 lists the technical specifications for the DSR1021/1022 switch. Table E.
Appendices Table E.1: DSR1021/1022 Switch Product Specifications (Continued) Type Serial RS-232 Connectors DB9 Male SPC Device Port Number 1 Type RJ-45 Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 1.72 x 17.00 x 8.08 in; 1U form factor (4.37 x 43.18 x 20.51 cm) Weight 5.3 lbs (2.
88 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix F: Sun Advanced Key Emulation Certain keys on a standard Type 5 (US) Sun keyboard can be emulated by key press sequences on a PS/2 keyboard. To enable Sun Advanced Key Emulation mode and use these keys, press and hold Ctrl+Shift+Alt and then press the Scroll Lock key. The Scroll Lock LED blinks. Use the indicated keys in Table F.1 as you would use the advanced keys on a Sun keyboard. Table F.
Appendices 89 For example: For Stop + A, press and hold Ctrl+Shift+Alt and press Scroll Lock, then F1 + A. These key combinations will work with the DSRIQ-USB module (if your Sun system comes with a USB port) as well as the Sun DSRIQ-VSN and DSRIQ-WSN modules. With the exception of F12, these key combinations are not recognized by Microsoft Windows. Using F12 performs a Windows key press.
90 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix G: Technical Support Our Technical Support staff is ready to assist you with any installation or operating issues you encounter with your Avocent product. If an issue should develop, follow the steps below for the fastest possible service: 1. Check the pertinent section of the manual to see if the issue can be resolved by following the procedures outlined. 2. Check our web site at www.avocent.
91 Index INDEX Numerics assign a device type 29 100BaseT Ethernet 1, 5, 86 B 10BaseT Ethernet 5, 86 A Basic DSR Configuration 7 Benefits 1 Broadcast access dialog box 33 direct 21 Enable 41 DSRIQ module 22 OSCAR interface 25 DSRIQ Terminal Applications menu 11 OSCAR interface Broadcast dialog box 33 Commands dialog box 41 Devices dialog box 28 Flag dialog box 31 Main dialog box 21 Menu dialog box 30 Names dialog box 26 Screen Saver dialog box 37 Setup dialog box 26 restrict 25 Screen Saver mo
92 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide D connecting 9 Selection dialog box 44, 45 Device Modify Dialog Box 29 Device Types Assigning 28 Devices Version dialog box 44, 45 DSRIQ port 7 DSRIQ-SRL module 2, 8, 10, 11, 80, 86 configuring 80, 82 dialog box 28 creating macros 82 OSCAR interface 25 History mode 82 Setup Features 25 modes 80 disconnect dialog box 42, 43 DSRIQ modules 22 pinouts 83 DSView Explorer printing a window 50 flag 31 refreshing a window 50 target device 23 user 42 user c
INDEX Flag Local Port Operation 21 Color 32 dialog box 32 access 31 M Macros (Video Viewer) about 68 Opaque 32 OSCAR interface 25 Transparent 32 FLASH Download 76 Upgrades 77 sending 68 Main Dialog Box 21 Menu OSCAR interface 25 modem 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 79 illustrated 3 H port 1, 79 History Mouse settings mode 81, 82, 83 aligning in the Video Viewer 67 I N Installation 5 Name Modify Dialog Box 27 Installation Overview 6 Names dialog box 25, 27 J Japanese Approvals ii Japanese Sun USB Keybo
94 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide Escape 24 Flag dialog box 32 Keyboard dialog box 40 Main dialog box 21 menus 25 Name Modify dialog box 27 To access the OSCAR interface Menu dialog box 30 To access the OSCAR interface Names dialog box 26 To access the OSCAR interface Screen Saver dialog box 37 Names dialog box 26, 27 To access the OSCAR interface Setup dialog box 26 Navigating 24 To add a user to the DSR switch database 74 Print Screen 24 To add target devices to the scan list 35 Scan d
INDEX To rename a user in the DSR switch database 75 Scan To reset the PS/2 mouse and keyboard values 43 dialog box 35, 36 To select target devices 22 Enable 37, 41 To select the previous target device 23 mode 34, 36 To set a Screen Delay Time for the OSCAR interface 31 OSCAR interface 25 To set the keyboard country code for Sun servers 39 To set the Screen Saver options 38 To soft switch to a target device 23 To start the scan mode 36 To turn broadcasting off 34 To upgrade the DSR switch firmwar
96 DSR1021/1022 Switch Installer/User Guide V enabling scaling types 61 Verifying the Connections 10 Version Dialog Box 44 Video Viewer about 55 adjusting color depth 61 adjusting mouse options 64 adjusting the view 60, 62 aligning the mouse 67 capturing a window 68 changing the window resolution 59 closing a session 69 enabling/disabling full screen mode 61 launching a KVM session 56 macros 68 minimum requriements 55 refreshing the screen 60 selecting the cursor type 65 session time-out 56 specifying
DS R® Switch Installer/User Guide For Technical Support: www.avocent.com/support For models: DSR1021 DSR1022 Avocent Corporation 4991 Corporate Drive Huntsville, Alabama 35805-6201 USA Tel: +1 256 430 4000 Fax: +1 256 430 4031 Avocent International Ltd.
