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P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Overview Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Feature Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Equipment Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unit Display Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 2 OVERVIEW GLOSSARY OF TERMS OVERVIEW Select Mode The following definitions are used throughout the manual: KVM or KVM Switch A keyboard, video, and mouse switch. Port Receptacle in the KVM Switch for plugging in a computer or input device. BANK The address of a KVM when used in a daisy-chain configuration (BANK numbers range from 0 to 15); typically set by adjusting the DIP Switch to the appropriate setting.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 4 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW FEATURE OVERVIEW AutoUpdate™ PS/2 and USB Mix-and-Match Keyboard Our exclusive AutoUpdate system and flash-upgradeable firmware allow you to obtain the latest firmware upgrades for your KVM Switch, when necessary. This enables your KVM Switch to maintain consistent compatibility with the latest devices and computers. Firmware updates are free for the life of your KVM Switch.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 6 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS UNIT DISPLAY DIAGRAMS Cables Front View of the KVM Switch To connect to the KVM Switch, each server requires a specialized Belkin ENTERPRISE Series Dual-Port KVM Cable. One Dual-Port KVM Cable connects two servers per KVM port.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 8 INSTALLATION PRE-CONFIGURATION INSTALLATION 3. Attach the bracket to the side of your KVM Switch with the Phillips screws provided. (See Fig. 1) The enclosure of the KVM Switch is designed for standalone or rack-mount configuration. The 8-Port KVM Switches are natively rack-mountable in standard 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount hardware is included with these Switches for a sturdy rack installation.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 10 INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS Part No.: INSTALLATION STANDALONE KVM SWITCH—INSTALLATION F1DE108B Power: 100-240VAC @ 47–63Hz, single phase Daisy-Chain: Maximum of 16 BANKs Max Number of PCs: 8 per BANK (F1DE108B), 128 total Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 & USB This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single KVM Switch (F1DE108B).
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch (USB Connection) Note: Early versions of Windows operating system do not automatically install HID devices. Manual installation of the HID driver may be required. USB connection 1.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 14 INSTALLATION Connect the Console 1. Set BANK address to zero. (The BANK address is preset to zero at the factory.) 2. Connect the monitor to the KVM Switch. Attach your monitor cable to the HDDB15 female port on the back of the KVM Switch labeled “Console”. 3. Connect the PS/2 or USB keyboard to the appropriate port on the back of the KVM Switch in the “Console” section. 4.
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P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 18 INSTALLATION Connecting the Computers USING YOUR KVM SWITCH POWERING UP THE SYSTEMS 8. Power on the KVM Switches in whatever order is convenient. You should see them light up and display the digits “XX”, where XX denotes their respective BANK addresses. Note: If the KVM Switches still do not enumerate correctly, check that all Switches have the correct BANK address assigned to them and that all daisy-chain cables are connected properly.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 20 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH • The shift LED display indicates that ports 9–16 are selected (not applicable to this KVM Switch in standalone mode) USING YOUR KVM SWITCH 2. If the AutoScan button is pressed, the KVM Switch will beep and enter AutoScan mode.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 22 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands Command the KVM to switch ports through simple keyboard key sequences. To initiate a keyboard command to the KVM Switch, press the “Scroll Lock” key twice within one second (you will hear a beep), then input the key sequence for the specific command.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 24 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH IntelliView OSD Features The main page is the initial screen that will appear after opening IntelliView. The screen layout is similar to many Windows-based systems that exist. The user will see a window with a title bar containing some controls and a main area where the user accesses the features of the KVM Switch.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 26 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH during KVM setup before they remain in a consistent location. USING YOUR KVM SWITCH is via a PS/2 cable, a small keyboard icon is displayed. If the keyboard connection to the computer is via USB, the USB trident symbol is displayed. If no keyboard is detected, the cell will be empty. Mouse Column The “Mouse” column shows the status of the current mouse connection, and is updated in real time.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 28 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH Login Button Click on the “Login” button or press “Alt+L” on the keyboard to display the login dialog box, which lets the user switch to a different “account” (see the “Login Dialog” section). Logout Button Click on the “Logout” button or press “Alt+T” on the keyboard to return to “Guest” level access.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 30 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH USING YOUR KVM SWITCH Console Column Group Column The Console currently viewing the computer is indicated in this column. The “Group” column displays the name of the group to which the computer has been assigned. The computer list can be sorted on this field by clicking the mouse on the column header. Security Page Computer Name Column The “Computer Name” column displays the name of each connected computer.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 32 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH Console Column The Console currently viewing the computer is indicated in this column. Passwords Page USING YOUR KVM SWITCH to “Guest” level access, but if guest access has been disabled, all access rights will be revoked until a valid user logs on to the Console. The edit box sets the length of inactivity required before the logout occurs.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 34 USING YOUR KVM SWITCH Display Restricted Ports Enabling this feature will cause ports that the current user is restricted from accessing to appear in the computer list box (on the main page of IntelliView). By default, restricted ports are displayed. Daisy-Chain this KVM Checking this box allows KVM Switches set to BANK 00 to communicate with other BANKs in a daisy-chain configuration.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 36 FAQs FAQs Q: What operating systems does the KVM Switch support? A: The KVM Switch will support any operating system that runs on a PS/2 and USB platform. Operating systems include, but are not limited to, DOS, Windows 95/98/2000/Me/NT/XP, Linux, and Mac OS. Q: What is the maximum video resolution that the KVM Switch supports? A: The advanced video circuit in the KVM Switch supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@85Hz.
P74042_F1DE108E_man.qxd 5/6/02 10:06 AM Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY, FCC , CE, ICES STATEMENT FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Video I am getting ghosting, shadowing, or fuzzy images on my monitor. • Check that all video cables are inserted properly. • Check that the monitor you are using supports the resolution and refresh-rate setting on your computer.
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