User guide

Contents
iv Compaq Server Console Switch User Guide
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL
Writer: Amy L. Laffitte File Name: a-frnt
Codename: Hoosier Part Number: 141555-003 Last Saved On: 8/26/02 1:26 PM
Installing the Hardware................................................................................................... 2-2
2-Port Side-Mount 0U Installation ........................................................................... 2-2
Side-Mount 0U Installation ...................................................................................... 2-5
Rear Rack Installation............................................................................................... 2-9
Standard 1U Installation ......................................................................................... 2-11
Completing the Installation ........................................................................................... 2-15
Chapter 3
Cabling
Cable Information ........................................................................................................... 3-1
Cable Locking Mechanism....................................................................................... 3-2
Connecting the Cables..................................................................................................... 3-3
Connecting the Power Cable to the Dual Console 8-Port DC Switch Box.................... 3-6
Switch Box Startup Behavior.......................................................................................... 3-8
Computer Startup Behavior............................................................................................. 3-9
Configuring the Console Switch ..................................................................................... 3-9
Unattended Reboot.......................................................................................................... 3-9
Resetting the Unit............................................................................................................ 3-9
Making Connections Under Power ............................................................................... 3-10
Alternate Configurations............................................................................................... 3-10
Tiered Switch Configurations................................................................................. 3-11
Connecting Tiers while the System is Powered Up................................................ 3-12
Dual Console Configuration.......................................................................................... 3-13
Chapter 4
Using the OSD
On-Screen Display .......................................................................................................... 4-1
Alternate Languages ................................................................................................. 4-1
Functions......................................................................................................................... 4-1