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given at the RADIUS prompt, the system will use “name”; check the password locally, and
skip RADIUS authentication. Delete all local accounts to avoid this behavior. When
connecting via VNC, a login screen is generated that asks for a RADIUS username and
password. Additional RADIUS challenges may be demanded depending on the RADIUS
server in use. This allows operation with hardware tokens and other advanced
authentication devices.
External Serial consoles setup
and control.
The NewStar Digital KVM via
IP product line offers a
number of additional
accessories that enhance the
flexibility of this product, called
Serial Supervisor Devices.
This screen allows you to view
and manage these devices.
For more information on
accessories available for the
NewStar Digital KVM via IP
see Appendix D.
Set date and time.
Allows you to set the unit to local or Universal Coordinated Time (GMT).
Firmware and flash memory
management.
The firmware on the
Serial Remote Control is
field upgradeable. To
upgrade to another
version, login as admin.
Auto Self Upgrade
The unit includes an
innovative feature allowing the
unit to upgrade itself over the
Internet. Simply click on the
button labeled Upgrade to
latest and the module will go
out to the Internet and download the latest version of the system firmware and then install
it. If the module cannot access the Internet directly (perhaps due to a Web proxy or other
firewalls), then a page will be shown that causes your browser to download the required
file. Save this file to disk and then upload it as described in the next section, Manual
Upload. The main FPGA is upgraded separately, and has its own Upgrade button. This
file is unique for each unit, so it must be done in this manner.