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LCD KVMP Switch KL3116 / KL3116T User Manual

1. Chapter 2 Hardware Setup USB Cable Connection CI 46 NA se 1 I sa ia I 000 OO PS 2 Cable Connection 1 CNS se O Ti a o CEDO T 000 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Daisy chain Installation To control even more computers up to 31 additional compatible switches can be daisy chained from the KL3116 KL3116T See Supported KVM Switches page 69 for a list of compatible ATEN KVM switches to be used when daisy chaining In a complete installation as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the KL3116 KL3116T integrated console A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of compatible switches needed to control them is provided on page 70 in the Appendix To set up a daisy chained installation refer to the daisy chain installation diagram on page 19 and do the following 1 2 Ground the KL3116 KL3116T Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off Use a daisy chain cable set described in the Cables section page 4 to connect the Chain Out port of the master un
2. Connectors External Console Port 1 x SPHD 18 Male External Mouse Port 1 x USB Type A Female KVM Ports 16 x SPHD 15 Female Daisy chain 1 x DB 25 Male FW Upgrade 1 x RJ 11 Female Power 1 x 3 prong AC Socket USB 1 1 Hub 1 x USB Type A Female Switches Reset 1 x Semi recessed Pushbutton Power 1 x Rocker Switch Firmware Upgrade 1 x Switch LCD Adjustment 4 x Pushbutton LCD Power 1 x LED Pushbutton Orange KVM OSD 1 x Pushbutton available on the KL3116T only Port Selection 2 x Pushbutton Station Selection 2 x Pushbutton LEDs On Line 16 Green Port ID 2 x 7 segment LED Display Yellow Station ID 2 x 7 segment LED Display Yellow Power 1 Blue Lock Num 1 Green Caps 1 Green Scroll 1 Green Emulation Keyboard Mouse PS 2 USB Video 1280 x 1024 75 Hz DDC2B Scan Interval OSD Select 1 255 sec I P Rating 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 1A Power Consumption 120V 27 5W 230V 28W Environment Operating Temp 0 40 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Noncondensing Physical Housing Metal Plastic Properties Weight 17 10 kg Dimensions L x W x H 68 40 x 48 20 x 4 40 cm KL3116 KL3116T User Manual OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows Setting Default OSD Hotkey Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Port ID Display Posit
3. Setting Description Brightness Adjusts the background black level of the screen image Contrast Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image Phase If pixel jitter or horizontal line noise is visible on the display your LCD may have the wrong phase setting Adjust the phase setting to eliminate these problems Clock If vertical banding is visible on the display your LCD may have the wrong clock setting Adjust the clock setting to eliminate vertical banding H Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel horizontally moves the display area left or right V Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel vertically moves the display area up or down Color Temperature Adjusts the color quality of the display You can adjust the warmth value color balance etc The Adjust Color selection has a further submenu that lets you fine tune the RGB values Language Selects the language that the OSD displays its menus in OSD Duration Lets you set the amount of time that the OSD displays on the screen If there is no input for the amount of time you choose the OSD display turns off Reset Resets the adjustments on all menus and submenus to their factory default settings LCD Power Button Press the LCD Power button to turn the LCD monitor on and off When the LCD monitor is off this button illuminates when the LCD monitor is on this button does not illumina
4. KL3116 KL3116T CHAIN OUT Gas p Gap Gap do aap aap ap asp Sw EDS cas cea dE den den cep fea AE COMPATIBLE SWITCH i 1 CHAIN OUT CHAIN IN EE ES ESTES Sp dE aR Emp COMPATIBLE I i S y SWITCH TO NEXT STATION KL3116 KL3116T User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 20 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL3116 KL3116T s console consists of two modules an LCD display module located under the top cover and a keyboard touchpad module below the LCD module The modules can slide together or independently This allows you to have the LCD display available for viewing while the keyboard touchpad module is conveniently out of the way when not in use As a Safety precaution to keep the console from accidentally sliding out it is locked into the Jn position Before you can pull it out you must pull the release catch Opening Separately 1 Pull the release catch to release the console and pull the top panel a few centimeters toward you Once the console has been released you can let go of the catch 21 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual 2 Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place 22 Chapter 3 Basic
5. 47 Summary Table 53 Hotkey Mode invoking 46 Hotkey Port Control 45 81 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Installation 11 Daisy chaining 18 Single Level 15 Invoking Hotkey Mode 46 K Keyboard Emulation Mac 55 Sun 56 Keyboard Language 41 Keyboard Module 7 Keyboard Release Catch 7 Lock LEDs amp Reset Switch 7 Port LEDs 7 Port Selection Area 7 Station Selection Area 7 Touchpad 7 Keyboard Release Catch 7 KL3116 KL3116T Front View 6 Keyboard Module 7 LCD Module 8 Rear View 9 Specifications 67 KVM Ports 9 L LCD Firmware Upgrade Section 8 Module 8 Release Catch 6 LCD Module Display 8 Firmware Upgrade Port 8 Firmware Upgrade switch 8 KVM OSD Button 8 LCD OSD Controls 8 Power Button 8 USB Port 8 LCD OSD Adjustment Settings 28 Buttons 27 Configuration 27 Lock LEDs amp Reset Switch 7 Logout 44 Logout Timeout 39 Lower Handle 6 Monitor Calibration One point 38 Two point 38 O One point Calibration 38 Online Registration iii Opening the Console 21 Operating Precautions 24 OSD Calibration 37 Factory Default Settings 68 Functions 34 Hotkey 31 36 Language 37 Logout 44 Main Screen 31 32 Navigation 33 Overview 31 Password 31 Set Console Mode 41 Touchpad Enable Disable 37 P Password 31 Port ID Display Duration 36 Display Mode 36 82 Display Position 36 Numbering 30 Port LEDs 7 Port Names 40 Por
6. Note 1 Before using one point calibration be sure to select a port with a working computer attached otherwise the calibration will not be started 2 Two point calibration must first have been performed on the selected port before attempting a one point calibration If the switch senses that a two point calibration has not been performed on the port the one point calibration will not be started 3 An even easier method of resynchronizing the on screen cursor can be found in the Alternative Touchscreen Cursor Synchronization page 78 To perform a one point calibration 1 If necessary use the touchpad or an externally connected USB mouse to move the cursor so that it is visible on the screen 2 Touch the cursor as instructed on screen 38 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F4 ADM F4 is an administrator only function It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD To change a setting double click it or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After you select an item a submenu with further choices to select from appears Double click an item or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected item so that you know which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function SET USER LOGIN Use this function to set usernames passwords and fingerprints for the a
7. on the computers the default is the Scroll Lock combination PORT ID Allows each user to customize the position where the port ID DISPLAY appears on the screen The default is the upper left corner but POSITION users can choose to have it appear anywhere on the screen Use the mouse or the arrow keys plus Pg Up Pg Dn Home End and 5 on the numeric keypad with Num Lock off to position the port ID display then double click or press Enter to lock the position and return to the Set submenu PORT ID Determines how long a port ID displays on the monitor after a port DISPLAY change has taken place The choices are 3 Seconds default and DURATION ALWAYS OFF PORT ID Selects how the port ID is displayed the port number plus the port DISPLAY name PORT NUMBER PORT NAME default the port number MODE alone PORT NUMBER or the port name alone PORT NAME SCAN Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles DURATION through the selected ports in Auto Scan mode see F7 SCAN page 44 Key in a value from 1 255 seconds then press Enter Default is 5 seconds a setting of 0 disables the SCAN function Continues on next page 36 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function SCAN SKIP MODE Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode see F5 SKP page 42 and Auto Scan mode see F7 SCAN page 44 Choices are ALL All the
8. plug the custom SPHD connector into the console port on the rear panel of the switch Connect the external console s monitor and keyboard and mouse to the appropriate connectors on the other end of the console cable 3 Using a KVM cable set as described in the Cables section on page 4 plug the custom SPHD connector into any available KVM port on the switch Note Ignore the daisy chain port at this time It is only used when daisy chaining additional switches Daisy chaining is described in the next section 4 At the other end of the cable a For a USB connection see page 17 plug the USB and video cables into their respective ports on the computer b For a PS 2 connection see page 17 plug the keyboard mouse and video cables into their respective ports on the computer Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any additional computers you are installing 5 Connect the power cord to the switch and to an AC power source appropriate for the KL3116 KL3116T 6 Power on the switch 7 After the switch is powered on power on the computers KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Single Level Installation Diagram i p Emp Emp dE En Es E Ero E Ep En Ep dE E E Ep Ep AE o a ma YY External Console Connection MM emp En Emp AE AE AE AE AE Ey emy deo E Ep Emp Em dE
9. view designate a port as a quick view port create or edit a port name or make OSD setting adjustments To access an OSD function 1 Either click a function key field at the top of the main screen or press a function key on the keyboard 2 Inthe submenus that appear make your choice either by double clicking it or moving the highlight bar to it then pressing Enter 3 Press Esc to return to the previous menu level F1 GOTO Clicking the F1 field or pressing F1 activates the GOTO function GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port s Name or its Port ID To use the name method key in 1 key in the port s Name then press Enter To use the port ID method key in 2 key in the Port ID then press Enter Note You can key in a partial name or port ID In that case the screen will show all the computers that the user has View rights to see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 that match the name or port ID pattern regardless of the current list settings see F2 LIST page 35 for details To return to the OSD main screen without making a choice press Esc 34 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F2 LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays on the main screen The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below Choice Meaning ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation that have been set ac
10. Dedicated Invocation Keys Two dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey Mode and the OSD as shown in the diagram below Note These keys are toggles Press once to invoke the feature press again to exit About SPHD Connectors This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and or Console ports We have specifically modified the shape of these connectors so that only KVM cables that we have designed to work with this product can be connected Alternative Touchscreen Cursor Synchronization Note This section refers to features available on the KL3116T only You can use the one point calibration method to resynchronize the cursor see page 38 or use the following method to resynchronize the cursor without having to access the OSD 1 Touch the center of the screen 2 Keeping your finger on the screen move the cursor to the closest corner of the screen 3 Lift your finger from the touchscreen and touch the cursor The cursor should track properly when you move your finger across the screen 78 Appendix Limited Warranty ALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase If this product proves to be defective contact ALTUSEN s support department for repair or replacement of your unit ALTUSEN will not issue a refund Return requests can not be processed without the original proof
11. ENGLISH Uk GERMAN GER GERMAN SWISS FRENCH HUNGARIAN ITALIAN JAPANESE KOREAN RUSSIAN SPANISH SWEDISH and TRADITIONAL CHINESE SET CONSOLE MODE This setting selects which console internal external to enable 0 Both consoles enabled 1 LCD console only 2 External console only Use the spacebar to cycle to the choice you want The default is O 41 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual F5 SKP Clicking the FS field or pressing F5 invokes Skip mode This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one The selection of computers to be available for skip mode switching is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 36 When you are in skip mode press lt to switch to the previous computer in the list press gt to switch to the next computer in the list press tT to switch to the last computer on the previous station in the list press y to switch to the first computer on the next station in the list Note When you skip you only skip to the the previous or next available computer that is in the Scan Skip mode selection page 37 If a port has been selected for Scan Skip mode when the focus switches to that port a left right triangle symbol appears before its port ID display While skip mode is in effect
12. Hideaway housing is slightly less than 1U with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in 1U of rack space DDC emulation video settings of each computer are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the monitor Standard 105 key keyboard Keyboard status restored when switching computers Keyboard and mouse emulation PS 2 and USB for smooth switching and simultaneous booting of multiple computers even when the console focus is elsewhere Superior video quality supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 75 Hz Upgradable firmware simultaneously upgrade the firmware for all KVM switches on the chain via the chaining bus KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Requirements External Console The following hardware components are required for the external console A VGA SVGA or multisync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation A USB or PS 2 keyboard and mouse Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer A VGA SVGA or multisync video graphics card with an HDB 15 port Note The integrated LCD monitor s maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 75 Hz Make sure that none of the computer resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor s maximum resolution PS 2 mouse and keyboard ports 6 pin Mini DIN or at least one USB port Direct support Sun USB systems or for Sun legacy systems an ATEN CV130A Sun Console Co
13. Operation 4 Reach underneath and pull the keyboard module all the way out until it clicks into place Opening Together Refer to the diagrams in the Opening Separately section as you do the following 1 Pull the release catch and pull the top and bottom panels out until the key board module clicks into place Once the console has been released you can let go of the release catch 2 Pull the top panel the rest of the way out until it clicks into place 3 Rotate the top panel all the way back to expose the LCD screen Note Refer to the warning regarding placing excessive weight on the keyboard module on the following page 23 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the keyboard module RIGHT Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work WRONG DO NOT lean your body weight on the keyboard module DO NOT place heavy objects on the keyboard module 24 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Closing the Console 1 Pull the release catches located on either side of the keyboard toward you to release the keyboard module then slide the module slightly in 2 Let go of the catches Using the front handle push the keyboard module all the way in 25 KL3116 KL3116T User
14. Press Enter After you press Enter the KVM focus switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit hotkey mode Note In hotkey mode KVM focus will not switch to a port if an invalid switch or port number is entered The hotkey command line will continue to display on the screen until you enter a valid switch and port number combination or exit hotkey mode 47 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Auto Scan Mode Auto Scan automatically switches at regular intervals among all the KVM ports that have been set as accessible under Scan Skip Mode so that their activity can be monitored automatically See Scan Skip Mode on page 37 for more information Invoking Auto Scan To start Auto Scan key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination Press A then Enter you automatically exit hotkey mode and enter Auto Scan mode While you are in Auto Scan mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse During the time that auto scanning is paused the command line displays Auto Scan Paused Pausing when you want to keep the focus on a particular computer is more convenient than exiting Auto Scan mode because when you resume scanning you start from where you left off If on the other hand you exited and restarted scanning
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16. other devices in a rack 65 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Technical Support Technical support is available both by email and online with a browser over the web International Email Support support aten com Online Technical Support http support aten com Support Troubleshooting http www aten com Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support 886 2 8692 6959 North America Email Support ATEN TECH support aten usa com ATEN NJ sales aten com Online Technical Support ATEN TECH http www aten usa com support Support ATEN NJ http support aten com Troubleshooting ATEN TECH http www aten usa com Documentation Software Updates ATEN NJ http www aten com Telephone Support ATEN TECH 1 888 999 ATEN ATEN NJ 1 732 356 1703 When you contact us please have the following information ready beforehand Product model number serial number and date of purchase Your computer configuration including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the error Any other information you feel may be of help Appendix Specifications Function KL3116 KL3116T Computer Direct 16 Connections Max 512 via daisy chain Port Selection OSD Hotkey Pushbutton
17. ports which have been set accessible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 QUICK VIEW Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as quick view ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 40 POWERED ON Only those ports which have been set accessible and are powered on QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as quick view ports and are powered on The default is ALL Note The quick view choices only show up on the administrator s screen since only he has Quick View setting rights see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 40 for details SCREEN BLANKER If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the screen is blanked Key in a value from 1 30 minutes then press Enter The default setting of O disables this function HOTKEY COMMAND MODE Enables disables the hotkey command function in case a conflict occurs with programs running on the computers HOTKEY Sets the keyboard shortcut for invoking Hotkey Mode see page 45 Choices are NUM LOCK minus default and CTRL F12 OSD LANGUAGE Sets the language used in the OSD Choices are English German Japanese Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese TOUCHPAD Enables disables the touchpad OSD CALIBRATION Note This function is available on the KL3116T only Calibrates the touchscreen for use with th
18. the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or uninterruptible power supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel If the following conditions occur unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed Liquid has been spilled into the device The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repa
19. the console will not function normally You must exit skip mode in order to regain control of the console To exit skip mode press Spacebar or Esc 42 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F6 BRC F6 is an administrator only function Clicking the F6 field or pressing F6 invokes Broadcast BRC mode When this function is in effect commands sent from the console are broadcast to to all available computers on the installation This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers such as performing a system wide shutdown installing or upgrading software etc BRC works in conjunction with the F2 LIST function The LIST function see page 35 is used to broaden or narrow the focus of which ports appear on the OSD main screen When you broadcast a command it only goes to the ports currently listed on the OSD main screen While BRC mode is in effect a speaker symbol appears before the port ID display of the port that currently has the console focus While BRC mode is in effect the mouse will not function normally You must exit BRC mode in order to regain control of the mouse To exit BRC mode invoke the OSD with the OSD hotkey then click the F6 field or press F6 to turn BRC mode off 43 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual F7 SCAN Clicking the F7 field or pressing F7 invokes Auto Scan mode This function allows you to automatically switch among the avail
20. user is automatically logged out A login is necessary before the console can be used again This enables other users to gain access to the computers when the original user is no longer accessing them but has forgotten to log out To set the timeout value key in a number from 1 180 minutes then press Enter The default setting of 0 disables this function Continues on next page 39 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function EDIT PORT NAMES To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port every port can be given a name This function allows the administrator to create modify or delete port names To edit a port name 1 Click the port or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 Key in the new port name or modify delete the old one The maxi mum number of characters allowed for the port name is 12 Legal characters include All alpha characters A Z All numeric characters 0 9 and Space Case does not matter OSD displays the port name in all capitals no matter how they were keyed in 3 When you have finished editing press Enter to have the change take effect To abort the change press Esc RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES This function is used to undo all changes and return the setup to the original factory default settings see OSD FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS page 68 except fo
21. your product at our online support center International http support aten com North America ATEN TECH http www aten usa com product_registration ATEN NJ http support aten com Telephone Support For telephone support call this number International 886 2 8692 6959 North America ATEN TECH 1 888 999 ATEN ATEN NJ 1 732 356 1703 User Notice All information documentation and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltag
22. 2 2 gt 1 etc After Port 1 it cycles back to the last port The right button shifts the KVM port focus up 2 gt 3 3 gt 4 etc After the last port it cycles to Port 1 12 PortLEDs An On Line LED lights to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is up and running 13 Keyboard These catches one on each side release the keyboard Release Catch touchpad module so you can slide it away 14 Keyboard Standard 105 key keyboard 15 Touchpad Standard mouse touchpad KL3116 KL3116T User Manual LCD Module No Component Description 16 LCD Display After sliding the LCD module out flip up the cover to access the LCD monitor 17 KVM OSD Button As an alternative to using the OSD hotkey press this button to access the OSD when viewing a port Note This button is available on the KL3116T model only 18 LCDOSD Buttons to control the position and picture settings of the Controls LCD display are located here See page 27 for details 19 LCD Power Press this button to turn the LCD monitor on and off When Button the LCD monitor is off this button illuminates when the LCD monitor is on this button does not illuminate This function only affects the monitor not the KVM switch itself 20 USB Port The USB port is available to connect a USB 1 1 peripheral device flash drive CD ROM drive etc to the switch 21 Firmware Firmware Upgrade Port The Firmware Upgrade Cable that Upgra
23. 8 Keyboard Module See Keyboard Module page 7 4 Lower Handle Pull to slide the keyboard touchpad module out See item 1 in this table and page 21 for more details on sliding the console in and out 5 Power LED Lights to indicate that the unit is receiving power 6 External Mouse Use this port to connect an external USB mouse Port 7 LCD Release These catches one on each side release the LCD module Catch so you can slide it away 8 Rack Mounting Brackets The rack mounting brackets located at each corner of the unit secure the chassis to a system rack See Standard Rack Mounting page 12 for details Chapter 1 Introduction Keyboard Module 13 No Component Description 9 Lock LEDs amp The Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock LEDs are located Reset Switch here A Reset Switch is located to the right of the Lock LEDs Press this recessed switch in with a small object to perform a system reset 10 Station Selection The LED displays the station number that has KVM focus Area The left button shifts the KVM focus down the chain Station 2 gt Station 1 etc After Station 1 it cycles back to the last station The right button shifts the KVM focus up the chain After the last station it cycles to Station 1 11 Port Selection The LED displays the port number that has KVM focus di The left button shifts the KVM port focus down 3 gt
24. ALTUSCN Enterprise KVM Solutions by ATEN LCD KVMP Switch KL3116 KL3116T User Manual www aten com KL3116 KL3116T User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense RoHS This product is RoHS compliant SJ T 11364 2006 The following contains information that relates to China ASAE URAL BBE A BR asa Misa O O O RRASA E DATAN ARMA Pe EEST 11363 20064 EHRE EK To O RTHAKEHDRRAR BRASSAR DIRA DAME FEMME SRY SIT 11363 2006 RSE R x RIADA ERE DARE YAMAHA HHSJ T 11363 2006 ik EER KL3116 KL3116T User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register
25. EN Intemational Co esis lo you a norrenchutive norrtranzierable conce ecteat and ute FIRMWARE UPGRADE UTILITY the Product the Term set torth below Noa may Tuir Pace on ad Oaks otis nore evi and use the Product on a file server for use on a network for the purposes em rion esa 01 other storage Bevizes oF i use of the Product over such netwerk and make backup copies ct RESTRICTIONS You agree not to modly adapt engneet recomple dira remble or otherwase attempt IA a ory propsetasy noines o labels on the Product cluding conaght bademark o patent pending nobces You may nol sutbcerne the Product ot ottime allow dher to ust the Product boenand to you zj 6 Ages C DontAgiee Lite at Lee Rel ea 2 Read and Agree to the license agreement enable the I Agree radio button 58 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade 3 Click Next to continue The firmware upgrade utility main screen appears The utility inspects your installation All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel As you select a device in the list its description appears in the Device Description panel 4 Click Next to perform the upgrade 59 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual If you enabled Check Firmware Version the utility compares the device s firmware level with that of the upgrade files If it finds that the device s version is higher than the upgrade ve
26. Function refers to one of the function keys in the following table Function Key Description FI Sets the Port OS to Windows F2 Sets the Port OS to Mac F3 Sets the Port OS to Sun After pressing a function key you automatically exit Hotkey mode Restore Default Values This administrator only hotkey restores the KL3116 KL3116T default values See RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES page 40 To restore the default values key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press R 3 Press Enter After you press Enter the command line displays RESET TO DEFAULT SETTING for three seconds then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode 52 Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Hotkey Summary Table Num Lock A Enter Invokes Auto Scan mode or When Auto Scan mode is in effect P or Ctrl F12 Q Enter left click pauses auto scanning When auto scanning is paused pressing any key or another left click resumes auto scanning B Toggles the beeper on or off Esc or Spacebar Exits hotkey mode F1 Set Operating System to Windows F2 Set Operating System to Mac F3 Set Operating System to Sun F5 Performs a keyboard mouse reset on the target computer H Toggles the Quick Hotkey invocation keys between Ctrl F12 and Num Lock R Enter This administrator
27. Mac and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade explains how to use this utility to upgrade the KL3116 KL3116T s firmware with the latest available versions An Appendix provides specifications and other technical information regarding the KL3116 KL3116T KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced A Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys you should press For example Enter means to press the Enter key If keys need to be chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start Run means to open the Start menu and then select Run Indicates critical information Product Information For information about all ALTUSEN products and how they can help you connect without limits visit ALTUSEN on the Web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller Visit ALTUSEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers International http www aten com North America ATEN TECH http www aten usa com ATEN NJ http www aten com x Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KL3116 KL3116T Dual Rail LCD K
28. Manual 3 Rotate the LCD module all the way down then pull the rear catches to release the LCD module 26 Chapter 3 Basic Operation LCD OSD Configuration LCD OSD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display Four buttons are used to perform the configuration as described in the table below Button Function MENU When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button invokes the Menu function and brings up the Main Menu When navigating through the menus this button Pla moves you right or up When making an adjustment it increases the value lt v When navigating through the menus this button moves you left or down When making an adjustment it decreases the value EXIT When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button performs an auto adjustment An auto adjustment automatically configures all the settings for the LCD panel to what the OSD considers their optimum values to be When you have entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button exits the current menu and returns you to the previous menu Use it to leave an adjustment menu when you are satisfied with the adjustment you have made When you are at the Main Menu pressing this button exits the LCD OSD 27 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual LCD Adjustment Settings The LCD OSD adjustment settings are described in the table below
29. SD to rescan the station positions of the entire installation and updates the OSD so that the OSD station information corresponds to the new physical layout Note Only the station numbers get updated Except for the port names all administrator settings such as SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS SET QUICK VIEW PORTS etc must be input again for all of the computers affected by the change SET OPERATING SYSTEM This function allows the administrator to define the operating system for the computer connected to each KVM port The default is WIN PC compatible To set the port operating system 1 From the list select the port for which you wish to set the com puter s operating system 2 Set the operating system by pressing Spacebar to cycle through WIN MAC1 SUN or MAC2 3 Press Esc to exit The operating system you selected is assigned to the KVM port FIRMWARE UPGRADE In order to upgrade the KL3116 KL3116T firmware see page 57 you must first enable Firmware Upgrade mode with this setting When you bring up this menu the current firmware version levels are displayed Select Y to enable Firmware Upgrade mode or N to leave this menu without enabling it KEYBOARD LANGUAGE Sets the language for the computer keyboard attached to the KVM port To select a keyboard language double click it or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter Choices are AUTO default ENGLISH US
30. VMP Switch is an integrated LCD console and KVM keyboard video and mouse switch that offers secure access to 16 attached computers and mounts in only 1U of rack space It features an independently retractable 17 LCD monitor and keyboard with built in touchpad To maximize space in your data center the keyboard hides away when not in use while the thin profile LCD monitor reclines flush against the rack to enable continuous monitoring of computers For even greater ease of use the KL3116T features a 17 touchscreen LCD monitor An extra console port is provided on the rear panel to manage the KL3116 KL3116T from an external console monitor PS 2 or USB keyboard and mouse The KL3116 KL3116T supports both PS 2 and USB keyboards and mice in the KVM Ports CPU Ports For added convenience it also supports an external USB mouse The KL3116 KL3116T also supports USB peripheral devices to be used with the attached computers A single KL3116 KL3116T can control up to 16 computers As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy chained together so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard monitor and mouse console See Supported KVM Switches page 69 for more details Your KL3116 KL3116T investment is protected by an included Firmware Upgrade Utility You can stay current with the latest functionality improvements by downloading firmware update files from our website as they become available and u
31. able computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself The selection of computers to be included for auto scanning is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 37 The amount of time that each port displays for is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3 SET function see page 36 When you want to stop at a particular location press the Spacebar to stop scanning Ifthe scanning stops on an empty port or one where the computer is attached but is powered Off the monitor screen will be blank and the mouse and keyboard will have no effect After the Scan Duration time is up the scan function will move on to the next port As each computer is accessed an S appears in front of the port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan mode While Auto Scan mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain control of the console While you are in Auto Scan mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse See Invoking Auto Scan page 48 for details To exit Auto Scan mode press the Spacebar or Esc F8 LOUT Clicking the F8 field or pressing F8 logs you out of OSD control of the computers and blanks the console screen This is di
32. ame level Conveniently located station and port selectors each with two 7 segment LED displays to quickly switch to target computers Dedicated Hotkey mode and OSD invocation keys reduce the number of keystrokes and provide quick access to these functions Convenient computer selection via mouse driven intuitive on screen display OSD menus and hotkeys OSD tree structure makes finding and managing computers easy Dual slide LCD monitor module slides independently of the keyboard touchpad module Console lock the console remains securely locked away when not in use Daisy chain up to 31 additional switches to control up to 512 computers No software required Hot pluggable add or remove computers without powering down the switch OSD port list automatically expands when new stations are added Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user selected computers Administrator user password authorization for enhanced security protection administrator access rights synchronized between master and slave stations Two level password security authorized users view and control computers Supports one administrator and four user accounts with separate profiles Chapter 1 Introduction Broadcast support commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes Two types of logout manual and timed
33. cables used to connect the devices The maximum distance between the KL3116 KL3116T and the last switch in the daisy chain cannot exceed 100 meters regardless of the number of switches in the daisy chain The maximum distance between any two KVM switches in the daisy chain cannot exceed 15 meters 69 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Computer Connection Table The following table indicates the relationship between the number of compatible KVM switches that are cascaded from the KL3116 KL3116T and the number of computers that they control on a daisy chained installation No Computers No Computers No Computers No Computers 1 1 16 9 129 144 17 257 272 25 385 400 2 17 32 10 145 160 18 273 288 26 401 416 3 33 48 11 161 176 19 289 304 27 417 432 4 49 64 12 177 192 20 305 320 28 433 448 5 65 80 13 193 208 21 321 336 29 449 464 6 81 96 14 209 224 22 337 352 30 465 480 7 97 112 15 225 240 23 353 368 31 481 496 8 113 128 16 241 256 24 369 384 32 497 512 70 Appendix Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an administrator login because the username and password information has become corrupted or you have forgotten it for example you can clear the login information with the following procedure 1 Power off the switch and remove the top cover from the unit chassis 2 Short the jumper labeled Default Password J17 on the switch
34. cessible by the administrator for the current logged in user QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers powered on QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports see POWERED ON SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 40 and that have their attached computers powered on Move the highlight bar to the choice you want then press Enter An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one 35 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual F3 SET This function allows the administrator and each user to set up his own working environment A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username that was provided during login To change a setting 1 Double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears To make a selection either double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function OSD HOTKEY Selects which hotkey activates the OSD function Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running
35. cord and cable clearance Chapter 2 Hardware Setup To rack mount the switch do the following 1 While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place the second person loosely screws the front brackets to the rack 2 While the first person still holds the switch in place the second person slides the L brackets into the switch s side mounting brackets from the rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack then screws the L brackets to the rack 3 After the L brackets have been secured tighten the front bracket screws KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Grounding To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded Use a grounding wire to ground the KL3116 KL3116T by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object den Em Em AE AE E A AE EB Ex Em E gt ED E E E ELY Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Single Level Installation In a single level installation there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit To set up a single level installation refer to the installation diagrams beginning on page 16 the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbers of the installation steps and do the following 1 Ground the KL3116 KL3116T 2 Optional Using the provided console cable set
36. de Section transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator s computer to the KL3116 KL3116T plugs into this RJ 11 connector Firmware Upgrade Switch During normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position See page 57 for firmware upgrading details Chapter 1 Introduction Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 It deny dem E gt Eo Emo Erp AE Em o E Ep ES Ep Ep ED ED ED No Component Description 1 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here 2 Power Socket This is a standard 3 pin AC power socket The power cord from an AC source plugs in here Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit On and Off 4 Daisy chain Port When daisy chaining units plug the cable in here 5 External Console For flexibility and convenience the KL3116 KL3116T Port supports an external KVM console A custom console cable set is provided to attach the external console s monitor keyboard and mouse 6 KVM Ports The cables that link to the computers plug in here Note The shape of these connectors has been specifically modified so that only custom KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in See Cables page 4 for details Do NOT attempt to use ordinary 15 pin VGA connector cables to link these ports to the computers KL3116 KL3116T Us
37. dministrator and users Usernames and passwords for one administrator and four users can be set After you select the administrator field or one of the user fields a screen that allows you to key in the username and password appears Usernames and passwords can be from 1 to 16 characters long and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers A Z 0 9 and some additional keys space For each individual key in the username and password confirm the password then press Enter To modify or delete a previous username and or password use the backspace key to erase individual letters or numbers Press Enter when done Usernames and passwords are not case sensitive Usernames are displayed in capital letters in the OSD SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS This function allows the administrator to define user access to the computers on the installation on a port by port basis For each user select the target port then press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices F full access V view only or blank Repeat until all access rights have been set then press Enter The default is F for all users on all ports A blank setting means that no access rights are granted The port will not show up on the user s LIST on the main screen The administrator always has full access to all ports SET LOGOUT TIMEOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the
38. e OSD To calibrate the touchscreen 1 Touch the yellow cursor in the upper left corner of the OSD as instructed on screen 2 Touch the yellow cursor again in the lower right corner of the OSD as instructed on screen Continues on next page 37 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function TWO POINT CALIBRATION Note This function is available on the KL3116T only Calibrates the touchscreen for use on ports with a connected computer Note 1 Before using two point calibration be sure to select a port with a working computer attached otherwise the calibration will not be started 2 Two point calibration must be used when calibrating a port for the first time 3 If the calibration process is interrupted at any time accidentally switching ports for example press ESC to exit and start the calibration process again To perform a two point calibration 1 Use the touchpad or an externally connected USB mouse to move the cursor near the upper left corner of the screen then touch the cursor as instructed on screen 2 Use the touchpad or an externally connected USB mouse to move the cursor near the lower right corner of the screen then touch the cursor as instructed on screen ONE POINT CALIBRATION Note This function is available on the KL3116T only Use this function to quickly and easily recalibrate the touchscreen with a single point
39. e openings must never be blocked or covered The device should never be placed on a soft surface bed sofa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided Never spill liquid of any kind on the device Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V phase to phase voltage To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded The device is equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over Continues on next page 63 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Continued from previous page If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of
40. e setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Package Contents Basic Package The basic KL3116 KL3116T package consists of 1 KL3116 KL3116T LCD KVMP Switch with Standard Rack Mount Kit 2 Custom KVM Cable Sets 1 Custom Console Cable Set 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1 Power Cord 1 Grounding Wire 1 User Manual 1 Quick Start Guide Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased one of the following may be included in your package Standard Rack Mounting Kit Long Easy Installation Rack Mounting Kit Short Easy Installation Rack Mounting Kit Long Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping contact your dealer Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on the KL3116 KL3116T installation Features may have been added to the KL3116 KL3116T since this manual was printed Please visit our website to download the most up to date version of the manual Copyright 2008 ATEN International Co Ltd Manual Part No PAPE 0262 AX2G F W Version V1 0 093 Manual Date 2009 01 20 Altusen and the Altusen logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co Ltd All rights reser
41. er Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin 1 Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 63 Please review it before proceeding 2 Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function 3 Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL3116 KL3116T during shipping Slide the LCD module out until the packing material is visible Remove the packing material before installing the unit as shown in the diagram below KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your KL3116 KL3116T The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42 77 cm L Brackets Side Mounting Bracket Typ Note 1 It takes two people to mount the switch one to hold it in place the other to screw it in 2 The rack mounting kit does not include cage nuts for attaching the KL3116 KL3116T to a rack If you need additional cage nuts contact your rack dealer 3 Optional mounting kits including single person Easy Installation kits are available with a separate purchase See Optional Rack Mounting page 72 for details 4 Allow at least 5 1 cm on each side for proper ventilation and at least 12 7 cm at the back for the power
42. fferent from simply pressing Esc when you are at the main screen to deactivate the OSD With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD whereas with Esc all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD hotkey Note 1 When you reenter the OSD after logging out the screen stays blank except for the OSD main screen You must input your username and password before you can continue 2 If you reenter the OSD after logging out and immediately use Esc to deactivate the OSD without having selected a port from the OSD menu a null port message displays on the screen The OSD hotkey will bring up the main OSD screen 44 Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard The KL3116 KL3116T provides the following hotkey port control features Selecting the Active Port Auto Scan Mode Switching Skip Mode Switching Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset The following settings can also be controlled in Hotkey mode Setting the Beeper Setting the Quick Hotkey Setting the OSD Hotkey Setting the Port Operating System Restoring the OSD Default Values 45 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Invoke Hotkey Mode All hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey mode There are two possible keystroke sequences used to invoke Hotkey mode though only o
43. ic Operation Opening the Console ete 21 Opening Separately eee 21 Opening Together 23 Operating Precautions 0 cette 24 Closing the Console LL 25 LCD OSD Configuration LL 27 LCD OSD Buttons i inyon sige Se tee e 27 LCD Adjustment Settings 28 LCD Power Button PO oe E 28 Hot Plugging csi sharin shan ea Ate ewe ale ii 29 Switching Station Positions LL 29 Hot Plugging KVM Ports 29 Powering Off and Restarting 0 0 0 c cece 29 POM Selec credi eet Selene peel Ot daa 30 Manual Port Switching LL 30 OSD Port Switching LL 30 Hotkey Port Switching 30 Port ID Numbering 0 0 cece teens 30 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview pois be aide tas ape ath e ee 31 OSD LOGIN 22 secede Meira bet po etn be dla al 31 OSD Hotkey libia ea cee aha tes aad ect pia a 31 KVM OSD Butlo iia aa ota 31 OSD Main Screen oocococcccco 32 OSD Main Screen Headings 0c cece eee eee 33 OSD Navigation LL 33 OSD RUNGON S iaren feigned o ona AA as Ans 34 FIP GOR cto ced ye ceed a See Pe tees 34 ESMIST a a ee ate E T 35 ESSE deL le E 36 E4ADME sc dosi a a at Ha ak do 39 FossSKPricco sile ii he Maine aie oe bedes 42 FO BROA ti ies AR ara a ate Nae oe 43 FASCAN cirie riale ed R 44 FE LOU erectos ht sed to thie toi dai colei 44 vi KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Hotkey Port Controls eserine sds ae saa aaa e a ER p EA aa aa 45 In
44. ifically disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose ALTUSEN reserves the right to revise or update its product software or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or update For details about extended warranties please contact one of our dedicated value added resellers 79 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 80 A Auto Scanning 44 Invoking Auto Scan 48 Pausing Auto Scan 44 48 Scan Duration 36 Stopping 48 B Basic Operation 21 Beeper Activate 40 Control 50 Hotkey Control 50 51 Broadcast Mode 43 C Calibration 38 Clear Login Information 71 Clear the Name List 40 Closing the Console 25 Components 6 Computer Connection Table 70 Console Closing 25 Opening 21 Opening Separately 21 Opening Together 23 Console Mode 41 D Daisy chain Port 9 E Edit Port Names 40 External Console 9 External Mouse Port 6 Index F1 GOTO 34 F2 LIST 35 F3 SET 36 F4 ADM 39 F5 SKP 42 F6 BRC 43 F7 SCAN 44 F8 LOUT 44 Factory Default Settings 68 Firmware Upgrade 57 Failed 61 OSD setting 41 Port 8 Recovery 61 Starting 58 Switch 8 Front View 6 G Grounding 14 Grounding Terminal 9 H hardware requirements consoles 4 Hot Plugging 29 Hotkey Beeper Control 50 51 Command Mode 37 OSD 36 Selecting the Active Port
45. ing screw 6 Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly See page 21 for opening and closing procedures 7 After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating correctly finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front attachment screws inserted in step 3 75 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Troubleshooting Overview Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets In addition updating the product s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released If your product is not running the latest firmware version we strongly recommend that you upgrade See Firmware Upgrade page 57 for upgrade details General Problem Solution Keyboard and or mouse do not work after computer boots up For computers with PS 2 connectors if you are using 2L 520xP cables make sure that all the connectors keyboard video and mouse are plugged into their ports on the computer before starting the computer Plugging the cables in after the computer has booted will not resolve the problem When emulate the Sun keyboard can t go into OK Mode Stop A To go into OK Mode use the following key sequence Press a
46. ion Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds Port ID Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name Scan Duration 5 Seconds Scan Skip Mode All Screen Blanker 0 Disabled Logout Timeout 0 Disabled Beeper Y Activated Accessible Ports F Full Access For all Users on all Ports Hotkey Command Mode Y Activated Set Operating System Win Keyboard Language Auto Set Console Mode 0 Dual Console Hotkey Num Lock Restore Default Values Clear the Name List N Reset Station IDs Y Firmware Upgrade N 68 Appendix Supported KVM Switches The table below lists KVM switches that are compatible with the KL3116 KL3116T and the type of expansion that they use KVM switches listed below are sold separately Contact your dealer for details Expansion Type Brand Model Name Daisy chain ALTUSEN KH3116 16 Port High Density KVM Switch ALTUSEN KH1508 8 16 Port High Density KVM Switch KH1516 ALTUSEN KHO116 16 Port High Density KVM Switch ATEN CS1708 8 Port USB KVM Switch CS1708A ATEN CS1716 16 Port USB KVM Switch CS1716A ATEN ACS1208 8 Port PS 2 KVM Switch ACS1208A ATEN ACS1216 16 Port PS 2 KVM Switch ACS1216A Please keep in mind the following limitations when installing more than one KVM switch Where distances are mentioned they refer to the cumulative length of all
47. ir Do not connect the RJ 11 connector marked UPGRADE to a public telecommunication network 64 Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack the slide rails can pinch your fingers After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Make sure that all equipment used on the rack including power strips and other electrical connectors is properly grounded Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing
48. it to the Chain In port of the slave unit first station out to second station in second station out to third station in etc Use KVM cable sets described in the Cables section of the switch s user manual to connect any available KVM port on the daisy chained switch to the keyboard video and mouse ports of the computers you are installing Repeat the above steps for any additional switch you wish to add to the chain Power up the installation according to the following procedure a Power on the first station KL3116 KL3116T Wait a few seconds for the unit to ascertain its station ID b Power up each daisy chained station on the installation in turn second station then third station etc Each switch has an LED display on its front panel to indicate its station ID the station ID for the first level unit KL3116 KL3116T is 01 the ID for the second level switch is 02 the ID for the third level unit is 03 etc In each case wait for the station ID to be ascertained and displayed on the station ID LED before plugging in the next station c After all the stations are up power on the computers 1 When cascading the KL3116T touchscreen function will only work on computers con nected to CS1708A CS1716A switches Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Daisy chain Installation Diagram CHAIN OUT a den E gt deo qe erp daa faa ax p EB Ep Eo EB EE E gt Ep Ep
49. ll receive power from the computers 2 Wait 10 seconds then plug the switch back in and if necessary turn it on 3 After the switch is up power on the computers Note If you have shut down more than one switch power up the highest switch in the chain first and work your way down to the lowest one 29 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Port Selection The KL3116 KL3116T provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation Manual Port Switching Use the station selection and port selection areas on the keyboard to manually switch to a port Refer to page 7 for details OSD Port Switching OSD port switching is described in Chapter 4 Hotkey Port Switching Hotkey port switching is described in Chapter 5 Port ID Numbering Each KVM port on a KL3116 KL3116T installation is assigned a unique port ID The port ID is made up of two parts a Station Number and a Port Number The Station Number is a two digit number which reflects the switch s position in the daisy chain sequence Note The first station KL3116 KL3116T has a station number of 01 The first daisy chained switch has a station number of 02 the next daisy chained switch has a station number of 03 etc The Port Number is a two digit number which reflects the port on the switch that the computer is connected to The Station Number precedes the port number Station and port numbers f
50. n 2 Press B After you press B the beeper toggles on or off The command line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit hotkey mode 50 Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Quick Hotkey Control The Quick Hotkey see HOTKEY page 37 can be toggled between Num Lock and Ctrl F12 To toggle the Quick Hotkey 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press H After you press H the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode OSD Hotkey Control The OSD Hotkey see HOTKEY page 37 can be toggled between Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and Ctrl Ctrl To toggle the OSD Hotkey key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press T After you press T the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode 51 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Port OS Control A port s operating system can be changed to match the operating system of an attached computer To change a port s operating system key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in Function where
51. nd release Ctrl 2 Press and hold T 3 Press and hold A 4 Release T and A together There are ghost images on the external monitor The distance between the external console and the KL3116 KL3116T is too great The maximum VGA cable distance should not exceed 20 m and in some cases may need to be shorter Replace the VGA cable with one of an appropriately short length 76 Appendix Sun Systems Problem Solution Video display problems with HDB 15 interface systems e g Sun Blade 1000 servers The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 60 Hz Under Text Mode 1 Go to OK mode and issue the following commands setenv output device screen r1024x768x60 reset all Under XWindow 1 Open a console and issue the following command m64config res 1024x768x60 2 Log out 3 Log in Video display problems with 13W3 interface systems e g Sun Ultra servers The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 60 Hz Under Text Mode 1 Go to OK mode and issue the following commands setenv output device screen r1024x768x60 reset all Under XWindow 1 Open a console and issue the following command ffbconfig res 1024x768x60 2 Log out 3 Log in These solutions work for most common Sun VGA cards If these procedures fail to resolve the problem consult the manual for the Sun VGA card 77 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual
52. ne can be operational at any given time Number Lock and Minus Keys 1 Hold down the Num Lock key 2 Press and release the minus key 3 Release the Num Lock key Num Lock Control and F12 Keys 1 Hold down the Ctrl key 2 Press and release the F12 key 3 Release the Ctrl key CEELI a TRL When Hotkey mode is active A command line appears on the monitor screen The command line prompt 1s the word Hotkey in white text on a blue background and displays the subsequent hotkey information that you key in Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only hotkey compliant keystrokes described in the sections that follow can be input Pressing Esc exits Hotkey mode 1 Make sure that the Hotkey Command Mode function is enabled and that you key in the appropriate Hotkey See page 37 for details 46 Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Select the Active Port Each KVM port is assigned a port ID see Port ID Numbering page 30 You can directly access any computer on the installation with a hotkey combination that specifies the port ID of the KVM port that a computer is connected to To access a computer using hotkeys 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in the port ID The port ID numbers display on the command line as you key them in If you make a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number 3
53. nverter Cables Substandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall performance For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout we strongly recommend that you use the high quality CS Custom Cable sets described below Function Length Part Number KVM switch to KVM switch 0 6m 2L 1700 daisy chaining 1 8m 2L 1701 KVM switch to computer PS 2 1 2m 2L 5201P 1 8m 2L 5202P 3 0m 2L 5203P 6 0 m 2L 5206P 1 8m 2L 5702P USB 1 2m 2L 5201U 1 8m 2L 5202U 3 0m 2L 5203U 5 0 m 2L 5205U Chapter 1 Introduction Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below OS Version X86 Microsoft Dos 6 22 Does not support USB NT Does not support USB 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 9 0 Fedora and higher RHEL AS 4 RHEL 5 RHEL SUSE 10 and higher OpenSUSE 10 2 SLES 10 SP1 Debian 3 1 4 0 Ubuntu 7 04 7 10 Unix AIX 4 3 5L V5 2 V5 3 V6 V6 1 FreeBSD 5 5 6 1 6 2 Novell Netware 5 0 Does not support USB 6 0 6 5 SUN Sun Solaris 8 9 10 Mac 9 0 9 1 10 1 10 2 10 3 10 4 10 5 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Components Front View No Component Description 1 Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out push to slide the module in See item 7 in this table and page 21 for more details on sliding the console in and out 2 LCD Module See LCD Module page
54. oard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key Ctrl is used in conjunction with other keys The corresponding functions are shown in the table below PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl F9 Find Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 1 m Ctrl 2 O mg Ctrl 3 O 0 Ctrl 4 C Ctrl H Help E Compose ss Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 56 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows based firmware upgrade utility FWUpgrade exe provides a smooth automated process for upgrading the KVM switch s firmware The utility comes as part of a firmware upgrade package that is specific for each device New firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them Before You Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Inter net support site and choose the model name that relates to your device KL3116 KL3116T
55. ode you can keep on skipping by pressing the arrow keys You don t have to use the Num Lock combination again While Skip mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Skip mode compliant keystrokes can be input You must exit Skip mode in order to regain normal control of the console 3 To exit Skip mode press Esc or Spacebar 49 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset If the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently selected port you can perform a keyboard mouse reset on the computer This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging the keyboard and mouse on the target computer To perform a computer keyboard mouse reset key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press F5 After you press F5 you automatically exit Hotkey mode and regain keyboard and mouse control on the computer connected to the KVM port If you fail to regain keyboard mouse control on the computer after pressing F5 perform a system reset For more information see Lock LEDs amp Reset Switch page 7 Hotkey Beeper Control The beeper see Activate Beeper page 40 can be hotkey toggled on and off To toggle the beeper key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combinatio
56. only hotkey restores the switch s default values See RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES page 40 SNI PN Enter Switches access to the computer that corresponds to that port ID T Toggles the OSD Hotkey between Ctrl Ctrl and Scroll Lock Scroll Lock lt Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the first accessible port previous to it gt Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the next accessible port IM Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the last accessible port of the previous station NI Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the first accessible port of the next station 53 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 54 Mac Keyboard Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard The emulation mappings are listed in the table below PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Shift Shift Ctrl Ctrl un H Ctrl 1 ag Ctrl 2 gt Ctrl 3 m Ctrl 4 A Alt Alt Print Screen F13 Scroll Lock F14 E Enter Return Backspace Delete Insert Help Ctrl Sa F19 Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 55 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Sun Keyb
57. play the OSD you can recall the OSD at any time by pressing the KVM OSD button on the LCD module see page 8 This button can also be used to dismiss the OSD from the screen 31 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual OSD Main Screen When you invoke the OSD a screen similar to the one below appears ADMINISTRATOR SN PN QV amp NAME Note 1 The diagram depicts the administrator s main screen The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the administrator and can t be accessed by users 2 The OSD always starts in list view with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed 3 Only the ports that have been set accessible by the administrator for the current logged in user are visible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 for details 4 If the port list is collapsed click on a switch number or move the highlight bar to it then press the right arrow key to expand the list Similarly to collapse a switch s port list click on the switch number or move the highlight bar to it then press the left arrow key to collapse the list 32 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Main Screen Headings The table below describes the OSD Main Screen headings Heading Description SN PN This column lists the port ID numbers station number port number for all the KVM ports on the installation The simplest method to access a partic
58. r Ree a ale aad di 76 OVENVIEW orrs pek 2 itis a eA 76 Generalni areae iy ee eS A ee ens Shee She ns 76 SUN SYSICMS ia sc a e gi e God Gea es 77 Dedicated Invocation Keys 78 About SPHD Connectors oocccccccccc aaae 78 Alternative Touchscreen Cursor Synchronizati0N 78 Limited Warranty i scri ka ee ie E Be ee RE ae a 79 viii KL3116 KL3116T User Manual About This Manual This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your KL3116 KL3116T It covers all aspects of installation configuration and operation An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below Overview Chapter 1 Introduction introduces you to the KL3116 KL3116T system Its purpose features and benefits are presented and its front and back panel components are described Chapter 2 Hardware Setup describes how to set up your installation The necessary steps from a basic single stage hookup to a complete daisy chained operation are provided Chapter 3 Basic Operation explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the KL3116 KL3116T Chapter 4 OSD Operation provides a complete description of the KL3116 KL3116T s On Screen Display OSD and how to work with it Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation details all of the concepts and procedures involved in the Hotkey operation of your KL3116 KL3116T installation Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation provides tables that list the PC to
59. r the port name list username and password information which are saved CLEAR THE NAME LIST This function clears the port name list ACTIVATE BEEPER Choices are Y on or N off When activated the beeper sounds whenever a port is changed when activating the Auto Scan function see F7 SCAN page 44 or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu The default is Y SET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the administrator select which ports to include as quick view ports To select deselect a port as a quick view port double click the port or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Spacebar When a port has been selected as a quick view port an icon dis plays in the QV column of the LIST on the main screen If one of the quick view options is chosen for the LIST view see F2 LIST page 35 only a port that has been selected here will display on the list If one of the quick view options is chosen for auto scanning see SCAN SKIP MODE page 37 only a port that has been selected here will be auto scanned The default has no ports selected for quick view Continues on next page 40 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function RESET STATION IDS If you change the position of one of the stations in the daisy chain the OSD settings will no longer correspond to the new location This function directs the O
60. rom 1 9 are padded with a preceding zero so they become 01 09 For example a computer attached to Port 6 of Station 12 would have a port ID of 12 06 30 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The OSD on screen display is a mouse and keyboard enabled menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations All procedures start from the OSD main screen OSD Login The OSD incorporates a two level administrator user password system Before the OSD main screen displays a login screen appears requiring a password If this is the first time that the OSD is used or if the password function has not been set simply press Enter The OSD main screen displays in administrator mode In this mode you have administrator privileges with access to all administrator and user functions and can set up operations including password authorization as you like However if the password function has been set you must provide an appropriate administrator user password in order to access the OSD OSD Hotkey You can display the OSD on the LCD or an external console monitor while also viewing the display of any port on the KL3116 KL3116T by pressing the Scroll Lock key twice Note You can optionally change the OSD hotkey to the Ctrl key in which case you would press Ctrl twice see OSD Hotkey page 36 With this method you must press the same Ctrl key KVM OSD Button In addition to using hotkeys to dis
61. rsion it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel the upgrade Prompt 9 The firmware Ver 1 0 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 090 in device KL3118 MAIN 000 Continue the upgrade Yes No If you didn t enable Check Firmware Version the utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a higher level or not As the upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful The Femmeare upgrade mar succesthd e vento cessa Lon Click Finish to close the firmware upgrade utility 60 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry Click Yes to retry If you Click No the Upgrade Failed screen appears Click Cancel to close the firmware upgrade utility See the next section Firmware Upgrade Recovery for how to proceed Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically two conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery When you begin a firmware upgrade but decide not to proceed with it When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails Note If one of the cascaded switches fails to upgrade successfully unpl
62. s main board 3 Power on the switch When you power the switch on the following message appears on the LCD display USERNAME AND PASSWORD INFORMATION HAS BEEN CLEARED PLEASE POWER OFF THE SWITCH REMOVE THE JUMPER CLOSE THE CASE THEN RESTART 4 After you start back up the OSD login function acts exactly the way it did the first time the switch was run see page 31 and you can reset passwords for the administrators and users 71 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility three optional rack mounting kits are available A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 68 105 cm racks A short bracket Easy Installation rack mount kit for 57 70 cm racks A long bracket Easy Installation rack mount kit for 68 105 cm racks To install the long bracket standard rack mount kit simply replace the short L brackets on the standard rack mount kit with the long ones and mount the switch according to the instructions given on page 12 With an Easy Installation kit one person can mount the switch To install the Easy Installation kit do the follo
63. sing the utility to quickly and conveniently perform the upgrade Setup is fast and easy plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed Because the KL3116 KL3116T intercepts keyboard input directly there is no software to configure no need to get involved in complex installation routines nor any need to be concerned with incompatibility problems Access to any computer connected to the installation is easily accomplished either by means of a powerful mouse driven on screen display OSD menu system or by entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard A convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Features Integrated KVM console with 17 LCD monitor in a Hideaway housing Touchscreen model KL3116T offers convenient operation without extending the keyboard module or using a mouse LCD module rotates up to 120 for a more comfortable viewing angle Space saving technology up to two consoles sharing one bus can control up to 16 computers Extra console port manage computers from an external console monitor USB or PS 2 keyboard and mouse connected to the switch Dual interface supports PS 2 and USB keyboards and mice connections to computers Supports an external USB mouse USB 1 1 peripheral support for attached computers on the s
64. t Selection Hotkeys 47 Manual 30 OSD 33 Port Selection Area 7 ports quick view 40 set operating system 41 Power LED 6 Power Socket 9 Power Switch 9 Powering Off 29 Q quick view ports 40 R Rack Mounting Brackets 6 Optional 72 Safety Instructions 65 Standard 12 Rear View 9 Requirements Cables 4 Computers 4 Operating Systems 5 OS Support 5 Reset Station IDs 41 Restarting 29 Restore Default Values 40 RoHS ii S Safety Instructions General 63 Rack Mounting 65 Scan Duration 36 SCAN SKIP MODE 37 Screen Blanker 37 Selecting the Active Port 47 SET Accessible Ports 39 Logout Timeout 39 Quick View Ports 40 SJ T 11364 2006 ii Skip Mode 42 49 Specifications 67 Station IDs 18 Reset 41 Station Selection Area 7 Switching Station Positions 29 T Technical Support 66 Telephone support iii Timeout 39 Touchpad 7 Touchpad Enable Disable 37 Two point Calibration 38 U Upgrading the Firmware 57 Upper Handle 6 User Notice iii 83
65. te This function only affects the monitor not the KVM switch itself 28 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Hot Plugging The KL3116 KL3116T supports hot plugging components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down In order for hot plugging to work properly however the procedures described below must be followed Switching Station Positions You can switch station positions by simply unplugging from the old master and plugging into a new one After you do in order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change you must reset the station IDs in the OSD See RESET STATION IDS page 41 for details Hot Plugging KVM Ports In order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new port information See the F3 SET page 36 and F4 ADM page 39 functions for details Note If the computer s operating system does not support hot plugging this function may not work properly Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to power off one of the switches be sure it is turned off or unplug its power cable from the rear panel Before restarting the switch you must do the following 1 Shut down all the computers that are attached to it Note You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Otherwise the switch will sti
66. to get a list of available firmware upgrade packages 2 Choose the firmware upgrade package you want to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer 3 Connect the provided firmware upgrade cable to a COM port on your computer and to the firmware upgrade port on the switch a MERA We Continues on next page 57 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Continued from previous page 4 Shut down the computers on your KL3116 KL3116T installation 5 From your KVM switch console bring up the OSD see page 31 and select the F4 ADM function 6 Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE see page 41 Press Enter then press Y to invoke Firmware Upgrade mode The current firmware upgrade version displays on the screen for your reference Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware 1 Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it The firmware upgrade utility Welcome screen appears Welcome to the Fermare Upgrade Unity Put you device rio Fmare Upgrade Mode Use the Fame Upgrade Cable to connect ts Firmware Upgrade Port lo your compuani or connect na Ethemel Agee to the License Agreement Then Ckck Next DENSE AGREEMENT a LUCENSE GRANT AT
67. ug it from the installation and perform the recovery and upgrade operation independently After it has been successfully upgraded plug it back into the installation To perform a firmware upgrade recovery do the following 1 Power off the KL3116 KL3116T 2 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Switch see page 8 to the Recover position 3 Use the firmware upgrade cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer with the firmware upgrade port of the switch 4 Power on the KL3116 KL3116T 5 Follow the upgrade procedures that begin with the Starting the Upgrade section see page 58 6 After the upgrade completes successfully power off the KL3116 KL3116T 7 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Switch back to the Normal position 8 Power on the KL3116 KL3116T 61 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 62 Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions Save them for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device Do not place the device on any unstable surface cart stand table etc If the device falls serious damage will result Do not use the device near water Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating thes
68. ular computer is move the highlight bar to it then press Enter QV If a port has selected for quick view scanning see Set Quick View Ports page 40 an arrowhead displays in this column The computers that are powered on and are online have a sun symbol in this column NAME If a port has been given a name see Edit Port Names page 40 its name appears in this column OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu and deactivate OSD click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD window or press Esc To log out click F8 at the top of the main screen or press F8 To move up or down through the list one line at a time click the up and down triangle symbols A W or use the up and down arrow keys If there are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen the screen will scroll To move up or down through the list one screen at a time click the up and down arrow symbols AY or use the Pg Up and Pg Dn keys If there are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen the screen will scroll To activate a port double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After executing any action you automatically go back to the menu one level above 33 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD For example you can rapidly switch to any port scan selected ports limit the list you wish to
69. ved All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Contents EGG Informationi site A ado eee pe aes Lai ii ROWS vege eet ee tae PR hehe ene Be eee Re Ps a ii SJT 11364 2006 fags de eee e pei a E Gee dee ii User Information LL ili Online Registration LL iii Telephone Support iii User Notice sc soso sie acts Alem pies wee e g Se cag ee a Pac gh eh Rae iii Package Contents iv Basic Package riore is a esa iv Optional Equipment Li iv About This Manual oo ooccooocoo ix OVEMIOW ses oil e ah he is new whens eee ane BSE we eS ix Conventions sige eek aos Se Ae ea ee Bede Pe ae x Product Informatio Me cidos pre le ale Ple e ii x Chapter 1 Introduction OVEIVIEW To dt e oil doi Rei 1 FRANCS so lia Aia e Nea Qed RL RE RAI 2 Requirements i A Le ib 4 External Console LL 4 COMPUTES ssi e a A Aa 4 Gables RT aa 4 Operating Systems 0 cee eee tees 5 Component tico nse es Se eto eae ea e ee 6 Front ViCW 5 3 2 EI atin Be ea rl ao 6 Keyboard Module a a O E i a 7 ECD Module mie an a aca arnt 8 O ene a a a aiid dae 9 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin 1 2 0 0 0 cee ee eee eee 11 Standard Rack Mounting 00 0 0 cece eee eee 12 Grounding ene hb Seb a eae 14 Single Level Installation o 15 Daisy chain Installation 18 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Chapter 3 Bas
70. voke Hotkey Mode 46 Number Lock and Minus Keys 46 Control and F12 KeyS LL 46 Select the Active Port 47 Auto Scan Mode ocio ais sce idas eee 48 Invoking Auto Scan LL 48 SKIP MOC cite en a A Ai ica 49 Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset 50 Hotkey Beeper Control 50 Quick Hotkey Control 51 OSD Hotkey Control 51 Pot OS Controls tris ete ee Ee ee ek ee ee ee 52 Restore Default Values 52 Hotkey Summary Table i 53 Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard sri en ria AAA a Se 55 SUN KeyD0 O soc tenes RAR EA ee ae 56 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility oooooooooooo o 57 Before You Begin e sii enrete e e A e EN E E a e 57 Starting the Upgrade 0 0 0 cece eee 58 Upgrade Succeeded eee 60 Upgrade Failed ooooooooooronrocr ee 61 Firmware Upgrade Recovery 61 vii KL3116 KL3116T User Manual Appendix Safety Instructions si onpironies ai e a ede 63 A Sel ee ee oe es 63 Rack Mounting estoi cess eet Rees Viel da ade en al ne wing 65 Technical Support 2 2 2 0 cc eee ees 66 International ca eri eee AES eel ee a AR one A 66 North America srt et a ey E 66 Specification pia Ste aera ee he ies 67 OSD Factory Default Settings 68 Supported KVM Switches LL 69 Computer Connection Table 0 00 cece eee 70 Clear Login Information LL 71 Optional Rack Mounting i 72 Troubleshooting ennd enre Fea beets Se
71. wing 1 Remove the standard L brackets and the side mounting brackets from both sides of the switch Also remove the rear panel grounding screw 72 Appendix 2 Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL3116 KL3116T during shipping Slide the LCD module out until the packing material is visible Remove the packing material before installing the unit as shown in the diagram below 3 Attach the left and right easy installation mounting rails to the inside of the rack The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside Rear Flange Rear Attachment Sliding Bracket 73 KL3116 KL3116T User Manual a Screw the front flanges to the rack first b Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges make contact with the rack then screw the rear flanges to the rack 4 Slide the switch onto the support flanges Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack only tighten the screws part way TA head As M4 x 6 Typ 7 Y 74 Appendix 5 Slide the rear attachment sliding brackets along the slide bars until they contact the rear of the switch then use the screws supplied with this package to attach the bars to the rear of the switch tighten the screws all the way Use the screw indicated below to connect the grounding wire to the rack Phillips head i M4 x 6 Typ Use as ground
72. would start over from the very first computer on the installation To resume Auto Scanning press any key or left click Scanning continues from where it left off While Auto Scan mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Auto Scan mode compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks can be input You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain normal control of the console 3 To exit Auto Scan mode press Esc or Spacebar Auto scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan mode 48 Chapter 5 Keyboard Port Operation Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually You can dwell on a particular port for as long as you like as opposed to auto scanning which automatically switches after a fixed interval To invoke Skip mode key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in Arrow Where Arrow refers to one of the arrow keys After you press an arrow you automatically exit hotkey mode and enter Skip mode where you can switch ports as follows lt Skips to the first accessible port See Scan Skip Mode page 37 for information regarding accessible ports Skips to the next accessible port gt Skips to the last accessible port of the previous station J Skips to the first accessible port of the next station Once you are in Skip m

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