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Tripp Lite B020-U08-19-IP User's Manual

1. xi Admin C User C Select Main Configuration Administration m User List Permissions Gh administrator davidmuzinic IV Win Client IV Java Applet testuser administrator2 Iv Log IV Configure Port Access OK Cancel e To delete an existing account highlight it in the list and click the Remove button When clicking the Remove button you are not asked to confirm whether you want to delete the selected account it is automatically deleted The table describes the fields and settings that are found in the Add User and Edit User screens Setting Description e To add a new account click the Add button The Add User page Username Enter the account username here A minimum of 6 appears and a maximum of 16 characters are allowed xj Password Enter the account password here A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 16 characters are allowed User Management Confirm Password Re enter the account password here If the two entries do not match you will be prompted to Username re type the password Password Ae tga z F Description Additional information about the user that you may Confirm password wish to include optional Description Admin Check this option to give the account Administrator access rights Administrators have access to all features and configuration settings of the KVM C Admin User Select R s 5 User Check this option to give the acco
2. i LDAP Admin Password O Search DN Admin Group pF Log Server Settings Log Server MAC Address 000000000000 Port 9001 Apply RADIUS Settings To allow authorization for a RADIUS server do the following 1 Check the Enable checkbox 2 Fill in the Primary RADIUS Server IP and access Port and the Alternate RADIUS Server IP and access Port 3 In the Timeout seconds field set the time in seconds that the KVM waits for a reply from the RADIUS server before it times out 4 In the Retries field enter the number of times you want the KVM to try and reconnect with the RADIUS server before it gives up 5 In the Shared Secret field key in the character string that you want to use for authentication between the KVM and the RADIUS Server 6 On the RADIUS server set the access rights for each user according to the information in the table Character Description Cc Gives the corresponding account administrator privileges Ww Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Windows browser and non browser applications J Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Java browser and non browser applications L Gives the corresponding account access to the log server on the Web Management Interface V Gives the corresponding account view only access to all ports on the KVM switch RADIUS Server access rights examples are given in
3. E me Active Directory Schema LDAP tr com GHD Classes Large Integerjinterval Active person thang a Unicode String Active s Latge Integer interyal Active i LatgeIntegerjinterval Active Integer Active A s s pad ee I Show cbjects of this class while browsing Integer Active E Classis t Integer Active Integer Active Boolean Active Active wx Boolean Active Integer Active Unicode String Active as Large Integerfinterval Active Integer Active Large Integer interval Active ve Integer Active 201009236 93 2985 indd 36 11 18 2010 4 21 45 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued 4 Select the Attributes tab of the person Properties screen and click the Add button orreen rreren n mae Pasense Mente Owed anete a Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Edit Active Directory Users with the Extended Schema 1 Run ADSI Edit Installed as part of the Support Tools 2 Open domain and navigate to the cn users dc tripplite dc com node 3 Locate and highlight the user you wish to edit Our example uses jason Rahn asart lee areryvean mem T BRN xost ju ances axes Servers D tis group can access renc Designated odmre ators of the chr j C Character Ae E banany 4 Right click on the user s name and select properties 5 Select the Attribute Editor tab of the screen that appears Select p
4. 4 A warning message appears Click Continue to bring up the Create New Attribute dialog box Create New Attribute 21x Create a New Attibute Object See Sommon Name LDAP Display Name 4 Select the Attributes tab of the person Properties screen and click the Add button Ss 8 cere Passe inte wed at sl 5 Fill in the dialog box and click OK 201009236 93 2985 indd 46 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS continued 5 Select permission from the list that appears and then click OK CECU 1 CICCO 2 Ceea 6 Replace the value shown with the desired KVM permission attribute Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Edit Active Directory Users with the Extended Schema 1 Run ADSI Edit Installed as part of the Support Tools value See table below for details 2 Open domain and navigate to the cn users dc tripplite dc com SI tS xj node 3 Locate and highlight the user you wish to edit Our example uses 4 jason m remera zE _o Ceo G S gt eORige e Active Oreclory Users and Compa an Permission Attribute Value toon 4 er The Permission Attribute Value is made up of two parts the IP address of A Fee Taeao gt Marin DR the KVM switch that the user will be accessing and a string of characters a n ER aaan that indicates the access rights the user has The following rules apply to fi
5. 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 these 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 This device is designed for IT power distribution systems with up to 230V phase to phase voltage 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 foll
6. Key Description Skips from the currently selected port to the next accessible port prior to it H Skips from the currently selected port to the next accessible port after it M Skips from the currently selected port to the last accessible port on the previous station ib Skips from the currently selected port to the first accessible port on the next station Esc Exits Skip Mode at the currently selected port Spacebar Exits Skip Mode at the currently selected port 201009236 93 2985 indd 14 11 18 2010 4 21 37 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 4 6 Local Console OSD F6 Broadcast Mode BRC Broadcast Mode is an Administrator ONLY function Clicking the F6 at the top of the OSD or pressing the F6 key invokes Broadcast Mode When this function is in effect commands sent from the console are broadcast 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 Broadcast Mode works in conjunction with the F2 LIST function The F2 LIST function see page 27 for details lets you select which ports will be displayed on the OSD main screen When a command is broadcast it is done only to the ports currently displayed on the OSD main screen e A speaker symbol appears before the Port ID Display to indicate Broadcast Mode is in effect The mouse will not functi
7. and the Alternate RADIUS Server IP and access Port 3 In the Timeout seconds field set the time in seconds that the KVM waits for a reply from the RADIUS server before it times out 4 In the Retries field enter the number of times you want the KVM to try and reconnect with the RADIUS server before it gives up 5 In the Shared Secret field key in the character string that you want to use for authentication between the KVM and the RADIUS Server 201009236 93 2985 indd 35 On the RADIUS server set the access rights for each user according to the information in the table Character Description Cc Gives the corresponding account administrator privileges WwW Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Windows browser and non browser applications J Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Java browser and non browser applications L Gives the corresponding account access to the log server on the Web Management Interface V Gives the corresponding account view only access to all ports on the KVM switch RADIUS Server access rights examples are given in the following table RADIUS Access Rights Description C The corresponding account has administrator access to the KVM W J L User can access the system via the Windows and Java browser and non browser applications and can access the log server on the Web Management Interface Note
8. dewtnppiite dewcom objrctClass groupOfN ames on cee menber cnmjudy cn users de tipplite demcom dn enmbbb dewtnpplte dew com objsctClass groupOfN ames on bbb menber on coc de tnipplite decom dn cressa dewtinpphte dewcom objectClass groupOMN anes cn ana menber cambdd dewtnpphte decon 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS continued Using the New Schema To use the new schema do the following 1 Save the new schema file e g B020 U08 19 IP schema in the OpenLDAP schema directory 2 Add the new schema to the slapd conf file as shown in the figure ucdate path fucdata include Jeochema core echema include Jschema cosine schema include Jechema inetorgperson schema include Jechema openidap schema inchide Jechema schema Define global ACLs to disable default read acccess access to dn children ou Users de tripplite de com by dn cn Manager de tripplite de com write by self read by anonymous suth by none pidfile Jnn slapd pid argfile Jran slapd args AD A9 PA bA 1 1Y 1Y AS AS AAS DA A LY AT IS A9 AA PA 1A A AO A PS DA DA 1Y AN AT AS A DA A DA AS IO AN IO AA BA DA A AY AO AS D DA DAA OY BDB database definitions ANHNAGHONRHANRONANAAGOONANAAOHNNRAORONHNR AANA database bed suffix de tnpplite de com rootdn cu Manakes de tappiite decom tootpw secret directory J sta 7 3 5 User Management The User Management page allows admin
9. of the KVM switch as well as backup and restore the KVM configuration settings and user profiles Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the KVMs IP firmware follow the steps below 1 Download the firmware upgrade file from www tripplite com support 2 Open the Web Management Interface and navigate to the Maintenance page 3 Click the Browse button and select the firmware upgrade file you just downloaded from the Tripp Lite website 4 Click the Upload button A prompt appears to inform you the firmware upgrade process is underway Upon completion a prompt will appear stating the upgrade was successful and that you will need to log out and reset the KVM 5 Upon logging out of the KVM a reset is performed to complete the upgrade process 6 Upgrade the Mainboard Input Output Ports and Keyboard firmware via the Local Console OSD See page 30 for details on Local Console OSD Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Recovery In the event of a firmware upgrade failure or an aborted firmware upgrade perform a firmware upgrade recovery by completing the following steps 1 Power OFF the switch If it is part of a daisychain installation disconnect it from the chain Connect the firmware upgrade cable to the firmware upgrade port Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery switch to the Recover position Power the switch back ON and repeat the upgrade procedure Mio Pop SN After the switch has been successfully upgraded power it OFF and
10. pidfile Jna slapd pad argfile Jran slapd args A4 PA PA L I 1Y IY 49 PAS PA BA LA S 1 A PA PA BALS 1O A9 99 PA 8A L 1O IY 33 AA PA A DA DASH PA PA H ON A9 39 PA A SA ON BDB database definstions AS P PA PA SE I I9 89 PA PAS PA BH LA IT II A PA PA SA SN AO AY BA PA BE S ID IY AY PA PA DH DH IY IOAW AO AA PA A IU SO AO 9 A A BA DE ST I A database bcb suffix dc tnpplite de com sootdn meManaker domtrippiite dewcom tootpw secret dwectory J sta 3 Restart the LDAP server Write the LDIF file and create the database entries in init ldif with the Idapadd command as shown in the following example Idapadd f init ldif x D cn Manager dc tripplite dc com w secret ANMS Log Server Settings Also included in the ANMS screen are settings that are required for the Windows based log server MAC Address and Port If these settings are not entered correctly the log server will not be able to communicate with and pull log information from the KVM switch e MAC Address Enter the MAC address of the computer that the Windows based log server was installed on here e Port Enter the firewall access port being used to communicate with the Windows based log server here Security The Security page controls IP access by filtering the range of IP addresses and or MAC addresses that can access the KVM switch IP and MAC address filters control access to the KVM switch based on the IP and or MAC addresses of the computers attempti
11. 2010 4 21 37 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 4 10 Local Console Hotkey Commands continued The Station Number precedes the Port Number e Station and Port numbers are always 2 digits so 1 9 becomes 01 09 For example a computer attached to Port 7 of Station 15 has a Port ID of 15 07 Selecting the Active Port You can directly access a port by doing the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Enter the Port ID The Port ID numbers appear on the command line as they are entered To correct a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number 3 Press the Enter key the KVM switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit Hotkey Mode Auto Scan Mode When invoked Auto Scan Mode monitors the connected computers automatically at regular intervals so that you don t have to manually switch between them When in Auto Scan Mode the KVM switch monitors the connected computers per the Scan Select and Scan Duration settings in the F3 Set page of the local console OSD see page 28 for details To invoke Auto Scan Mode follow these steps 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Key in A and hit the Enter key You can also key in Q instead of A You automatically exit Hotkey Mode and enter Auto Scan Mode 3 Auto Scan Mode can be paused at any time by pressing the P key or left clicking the mouse To resume scanning press any key or left click the mouse 4 To exit Auto Scan Mode press the Esc key or S
12. Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl 3 y Ctrl F9 Find Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 4 A Ctrl 4 Ctrl 1 TI wt Alt Alt Print Screen F13 Ctrl 2 p Scroll Lock F14 Ctrl 3 ib q Ctrl 4 C Enter Return Ctrl H Help Backspace Delete Insert Help Compose Note When using key combinations press and release the first key and then press and release the second key z Note When using key combinations press and release the first key and then press and release the second key 11 18 2010 4 21 51 PM 9 Warranty Registration WARRANTY REGISTRATION Visit www tripplite com warranty today to register the 1 year limited warranty for your new Tripp Lite product You ll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite product No purchase necessary Void where prohibited Some restrictions apply See website for details Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification your Tripp Lite product has been assigned a unique series number The series number can be found on the product nameplate label along with all required approval markings and information When requesting compliance information for this product always refer to the series number The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product WEEE Compliance Information for Trip
13. HTTP 80 Program Jaoo0 sure that the Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP option is HTTPS ja selected 2 To assign a fixed IP address make sure the Use the following IP T Obtain an IP addr se automaticaly IDHCE address Fixed IP option is selected 3 Fill in the IP Address Subnet Mask and Default Gateway fields with information appropriate to your network Use the following IP address Fixed IP IP Address fig2 168 1 180 4 If you have set the IP address to be pulled via DHCP server you can Subnet Mask Caoab aa either choose to assign the DNS server address via DHCP as well or Default Gateway 192 168 1 1 assign a fixed DNS server address If you have assigned a fixed IP address for the KVM you must also assign a fixed DNS server 7 SS address To have the DNS server address pulled via DHCP server z make sure that the Obtain DNS server address automatically option is Using the following DNS server addresses selected To assign a fixed DNS server address make sure that the Using the following DNS server address option is selected im isee 5 Fill in the Primary DNS server and Alternate DNS server fields with information appropriate for you network m Note Specifying the primary DNS Server address is mandatory The Enabled View Only Disabled alternate DNS Server address is optional Apply 6 After all changes have been made make sure that the Reset on exi
14. Operation continued 5 ax 6 6 4 Remote Auto Scan When Auto Scan Mode is invoked via the remote OSD toolbar the KVM begins scanning according to the Scan Select and Scan Duration settings in the Configuration tab of the remote OSD see page 32 for details During an auto scan normal keyboard and mouse functionality is suspended Keyboard functionality is limited to the Spacebar key exits auto scan at currently selected port Esc key exits auto scan at the currently selected port P key pauses auto scan at the currently selected port and the Ctrl Alt Delete command for the local computer Mouse functionality is limited to the auto scan toolbar which replaces the remote OSD toolbar The icons in the auto scan toolbar are described in the table 01 03 Icon Description 5 Indicates that the currently selected port is being accessed in Auto Scan Mode li Pauses the auto scan at the currently selected port x Exits auto scan at the currently selected port 01 03 Displays the port ID according to the Display Mode setting in the Configuration tab of the remote OSD see page 32 for details or the F3 Set page of the local OSD see page 28 for details 6 6 5 Panel Array Mode Panel Array Mode allows connected computers to be simultaneously monitored by dividing the screen into a grid of panels with each panel representing a KVM port When Panel Array Mode is invoked via the remote OSD toolb
15. and Down Arrow symbols or use the Pg Up and Pg Dn keyboard keys If there are more entries than appear on the screen the screen will scroll e To activate a port double click it or highlight it and press the Enter key Once a port is accessed the OSD will close and the screen of the computer connected to the port will be displayed 6 4 3 Local Console OSD Main Screen Headings SN The Station Number of each KVM in the installation will be displayed in this column The Station Number of each KVM switch will be displayed as an expandable folder which can be expanded to show all of the KVM ports in the corresponding station or collapsed to hide them PN The port numbers of each KVM in the installation are displayed in this column If the individual stations are collapsed their port numbers will not be displayed QV An arrow in this column indicates that the corresponding port is selected for Quick View scanning to A sun symbol in this column indicates that a computer is both connected to the corresponding port and powered ON NAME If a port has been given a name its name appears in this column 6 4 4 Local Console OSD F1 GOTO Function Click F1 at the top of the OSD or press the F1 key to activate the GOTO function GOTO allows you to search the ports on the installation by keying in a Name or Port ID see page 15 for details on Port IDs As you type in a Name or Port ID the OSD list will automatica
16. configure the KVM s IP address When invoked the ZP Installer scans the network for BO20 U08 19 IP devices and displays the ones it finds The settings found in this page limit what the ZP Installer is allowed to do These settings are described in the table Setting Description Enabled When this setting is checked the P Installer can be used to both view and configure the IP address information of the KVM switch View Only When this setting is checked the P Installer can be used to view the IP address information of the KVM switch but can not be used to con figure the IP address Disabled When this setting is check the P nstaller is not permitted to view or configure the IP address information of the KVM switch Note After making any network changes make sure that the Reset on exit checkbox in the Customization page is checked before logging out of the KVM switch This resets the KVM switch upon logout allowing network changes to take effect without having to power the unit ON and OFF 7 3 3 Security The Security page controls IP access by filtering the range of IP addresses and or MAC addresses that can access the KVM switch IP and MAC address filters control access to the KVM switch based on the IP and or MAC addresses of the computers attempting to connect A maximum of 100 IP filters and 100 MAC filters are allowed User Station Filters I Ip Filter Enable C indude exdude Add Edit Remo
17. default button in dialog boxes e Perform a Video Auto Sync by clicking on the Video Auto Sync icon in the control panel see page 24 for details or by opening up the Video Settings screen see page 23 24 for details and clicking on the Auto Sync button In most cases the local and remote mouse pointers will automatically align following the Video Auto Sync e Move the mouse pointer into all four corners of the screen in any order Invoke the Adjust Mouse hotkey command see page 23 for details Windows XP Server 2003 Vista 7 This hotkey command defaults at Alt M and will bring the local Open the Mouse Properties dialog box Control Panel gt Mouse and remote mouse pointers together Click the Pointer Options tab e If mouse and keyboard response time is slow and choppy adjusting the video settings can help The less data that is being sent over the network the faster the mouse and keyboard response time In particular Disable Enhance Pointer Precision adjustment of the Quality and Color Depth Control settings in the Video Settings screen see page 23 24 for details can help decrease the amount of data being transferred 1 2 3 Set the mouse speed to the middle position 6 units in from the left 4 e Go to the Display Settings in the computer connected to the KVM and decrease the Screen Resolution and Color Quality settings 201009236 93 2985 indd 21 11 18 2010 4 21 39 PM 6 KVM
18. field Customization Reset on Exit Reset Default Values and Clear Port Names Reset on Exit Check the checkbox next to the Reset on Exit option and click the Apply button to set the KVM up for reset upon logging out Note This checkbox is automatically checked when Network settings have been configured Reset Default Values Click this button to restore all of the OSD settings to their default values See page 56 for OSD default values Clear Port Names Click this button to delete all of the port names that have been entered in the installation as iid amp 2 2 i General Network Security ANMS Information Management 8020 U08 19 IP MAC Addres Apply TRIPP LITE Copyright 2008 Tripp Lite All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners 11 18 2010 4 21 48 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 1 General Information As previously mentioned the General Information page is the first page you see upon logging into the Web Management Interface When navigating through the Web Management Interface you can always display the General Information page by clicking on the icon at the top of the screen The information on this page is discussed in the table Field Description Device Name To make it easier to manage installations that have more than one KVM connected to the network you are given the option of entering a unique device name To assign a device n
19. grounding wire to ground the KVM switch by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal on the unit and the other end of the wire to a suitably grounded object O Q 201009236 93 2985 indd 8 11 18 2010 4 21 34 PM 5 Installation continued 5 6 LCD OSD Configuration The LCD 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 When you have not entered the LCD OSD MENU Menu function pressing this button invokes the Menu function and brings up the Main Menu When navigating through the menus this button A moves you right or up When making an adjust ment it increases the value When navigating through the menus this but lt y ton moves you left or down When making an adjustment it decreases the value e 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 e 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 EXIT e When you are at the Main Men
20. how to configure LDAP for use with the KVM switch LDAP S Server Configuration To allow authentication and authorization via LDAP or LDAPS the active directory s LDAP Schema must be extended so that an extended attribute name for the KVM permission is added as an optional attribute to the person class Note Authentication refers to the identity verification of the person logging into the KVM switch whereas Authorization refers to the assigning of device permissions In order to configure the LDAP server you will have to complete the following procedures e Install the Windows 2003 Support Tools e Install the Active Directory Schema Snap In e Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Each of these procedures is described in the following sections Install the Windows 2003 Support Tools 1 On your Windows server CD open the Support gt Tools folder 2 In the right panel of the dialog box that comes up double click SupTools msi 3 Follow along with the Installation Wizard to complete the procedure Install the Active Directory Schema Snap In 1 Open a Command prompt 2 Key in regsvr32 schmmegmt dll to register schmmgmt dll on your computer 3 Open the Start menu Click Run and key in mmc a Click OK 4 In the File menu of the screen that appears click Add Remove Snap in and then click Add 5 Under Available Standalone Snap ins double click Active Directory Schema click Close and then cli
21. installed Java is available for free download from the Sun Java Website http java sun com e For best results a network transfer speed of at least 128 Kbps is recommended Versiona Supported The B020 U08 19 IP uses custom P778 Series USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kits which can be used to connect to a computer with either USB or PS 2 connectors One cable kit is required for each connected computer 201009236 93 2985 indd 4 11 18 2010 4 21 32 PM 4 Introduction continued 4 3 System Requirements continued 4 3 6 Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below Operating System Versions Supported Operating System Versions Supported 2000 and higher UNIX Free BSD 4 2 and higher Linux RedHat 7 1 and higher UNIX Sun Solaris 8 and higher Linux SuSE 8 0 and higher Novell Netware 5 0 and higher Linux Mandriva Mandrake 9 0 and higher OS 9 and higher UNIX AIX 4 3 and higher DOS 6 22 and higher 4 4 Components 4 4 1 Front View El Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out push to slide the KVM E Rackmounting Tabs The rackmounting tabs located at each corner module in See item 13 of the unit secure the chassis to a system rack A LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out flip up the cover to MM Lock LEDs The Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs are access the LCD monitor located here E LCD Controls The LCD ON OFF switch is located here as well as i Reset Switch Press this
22. is set to Manual by default Selecting Automatic provides automatic syncing of the local and remote mouse pointers eliminating the need to constantly re sync the two movements manually If Automatic syncing isn t able to keep the pointers in sync selecting Manual provides you with a number of methods to bring them back into sync See page 21 for details on mouse synchronization Reset Reset on Exit Check the checkbox next to the Reset on Exit option and click the Apply button to set the KVM up for reset upon logging out Note This checkbox is automatically checked when Network settings have been configured Clearing the check mark before logging out will prevent the Network settings from being implemented however the next time you login the edited Network settings will still be present and the Reset on Exit checkbox will once again be checked To avoid Network settings being saved unintentionally you should always make sure that the information that appears in the Network settings fields is correct before logging out Reset Default Values Click this button to restore all of the OSD settings to their default values See page 56 for OSD default values Clear Port Names Click this button to delete all of the port names that have been entered in the installation 201009236 93 2985 indd 51 11 18 2010 4 21 50 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 7 Maintenance The Maintenance page allows administrators to upgrade the IP firmware
23. number of unsuccessful login attempts that will be allowed from a remote computer e Timeout minutes Enter into this field the number of minutes a user must wait before attempting to login again after exceeding the maximum number of unsuccessful logins 201009236 93 2985 indd 41 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery switch to the Recover position Customization Working Mode The Working Mode section allows administrators to toggle particular KVM functions ON OFF The table describes the functions that can be controlled Function Description Enable ICMP When enabled the BO20 U08 19 IP can be pinged and an IP address can be assigned with the ARP command If it is not enabled the device cannot be pinged nor can it be assigned an IP address with the ARP command The default is Enabled Enable Device When enabled the B020 U08 19 IP will show up in List the list of recognized devices in the AP Windows Client main screen If not enabled the AP Windows Client will not be able to display it in the list of recog nized devices The default is Enabled Force All to Grayscale When enabled the remote display for all users and ports is displayed in black and white In low band width situations forcing video to grayscale can reduce the amount of data being transferred over the network and improve keyboard mouse response time The default is Disabled Enable Browser When enabled users are able to access the KVM swi
24. or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS The Station ID on the KVM s front panel will display 02 El Repeat step 7 for each subsequent KVM switch in the installation In each case wait for the previous KVM switches Station ID to be displayed before connecting the power cord to the next KVM switch E Power ON the connected computers When connecting to computers using the PS 2 connectors of a P778 Series Cable Kit the Mouse Sync Mode setting must be set to Manual in order to access the computer over IP If Mouse Sync Mode is set to Automatic you will not have mouse functionality when accessing that computer over IP This setting is set to Manual by default See page 51 for details on changing this setting via the Web Management Interface or page 41 to change it via the Remote OSD In order to configure a fixed IP address you will need to access the KVM switch in one of three ways Local Console IP Installer or Browser 5 9 1 Local Console 1 When accessing the console KVM switch for the first time a prompt will appear asking for a Username and Password The default User name is administrator and the default Password is password For security purposes it is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique See User Management on page 33 for details When you have entered your username and password the OSD will appear with the following page displayed 201009236 93 2985 indd 1
25. ports that are both accessible to the currently logged in user and powered on e QUICK VIEW Ports that are set as Quick View ports see page 29 for details on Quick View ports by an administrator e QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Ports that are both set as Quick View ports by an administrator and are powered on The default setting is ALL SCREEN BLANKER If the console is left idle for the amount of time set with this function the screen is blanked Key in a value from 1 30 minutes and then press the Enter key A setting of 0 disables this function The default is O disabled HOTKEY COMMAND MODE Enables Disables the hotkey command function Hotkey Command Mode is enabled by default HOTKEY Toggle between the two Hotkey Mode invocation sequences Options are Num Lock Minus and Ctrl F12 OSD LANGUAGE Determines which language the OSD menus are displayed in Choices are English Spanish French German and Japa nese TOUCHPAD Enables Disables the touchpad 201009236 93 2985 indd 28 11 18 2010 4 21 41 PM 7 Administration continued 7 1 3 Local Console OSD F4 Administration ADM Page This Administrator only page allows administrators to configure the settings of the KVM switch To change a setting 1 Double click on it or highlight it and press the Enter key 2 After you select an item a submenu with more choices will appear To make a selection double click on a choice or highlight it and press
26. recessed switch in with a thin object to buttons to control the position and picture settings of the LCD display perform a system reset E Station Port Switches Press the Port ID Up Down buttons to switch E Firmware Upgrade Section The firmware upgrade cable that to the port before after the currently selected port Press the Station transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator s computer ID Up Down buttons to switch to the station before after the currently to the console KVM switch connects to the port located here During selected station normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position Hl LEDs The Online Port LEDs illuminate orange to indicate a Slide Release In order to bring the console out you must first release computer is connected and powered on The Port ID LED will display it by sliding these tabs to the inside the number of the port that currently has the console s focus The Station ID LED will display the number of the station that currently has the console s focus E USB Peripheral Port A USB 1 1 port is provided for the sharing of A Keyboard USB peripherals among connected computers e g flash drive CD Touchpad ROM drive etc WZ External Mouse Port An additional USB port is provided on the front panel of the keyboard module for an option external mouse E Power LED The Power LED illuminates blue to indicate the unit is receiving power 201009236 93 2985 indd 5 11 18 2010 4 21
27. slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery switch back to the NORMAL position If the switch is part of a daisychain reconnect it to the daisychain 7 Power the switch back ON 7 3 8 Log Important transactions that occur on the KVM switch such as logins and internal status messages are kept in an automatically generated log file located in the Web Management Interface In addition to this a more expansive searchable Windows based Log Server is included in the CD that comes with the KVM See page 53 for details on the Log Server To view the built in log file simply click on the Log icon on the left side of the Web Management Interface screen Log Information 2010 03 01 19 19 16 Config version is V6 19 19 19 Static ip_addr 192 168 1 180 net_mask 255 255 255 0 19 19 19 Static gate_addr 192 168 1 1 dns_addr 192 168 0 1 19 49 54 Local User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged in from web 19 49 57 Client User davidmuzinic connected from 12 233 90 228 20 00 41 Client User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged out 20 00 49 User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged out from web 2010 03 02 16 09 43 Local User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged in from web 16 09 49 Client User davidmuzinic connected from 12 233 90 228 16 30 43 Client User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged out 17 33 39 Client User davidmuzinic connected from 12 233 90 228 17 33 51 Client User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged out 17 58 09 User Management settings chang
28. steps nate provided in the remote control panel are described in the following 1 In the Hotkey Setup screen highlight the action that you wish to edit section 2 Click the Start button e S8Oeha BRB 3 Enter in the new hotkey combination The name of each key appears in the Keys field upon being entered 4 When you have finished entering the new hotkey command click the Set button Hotkey Setup 5 Click the Close button to exit the Hotkey Setup screen When the Hotkey Setup icon is clicked a screen appears that lists various actions related to the keyboard video and mouse that can be performed gt via hotkey commands The actions that can be performed are listed on the left side of the screen and the hotkey commands that invoke them are Video Settings shown to the right Clicking the Video Settings icon in the control panel brings up the Video xj Settings dialog box This dialog box allows you to adjust the placement and picture quality of the remote screen on your monitor Toggle screen mode Adust video Toggle OSD Toggle pointer display Screen position RGB ideo Options Adust re Substitute AT key Red Gain Exi remote view Green Gain Blue Gain J Auto Sync J7 Set to grayscale HERS Gamma Default z Advanced gt gt Acti Hotk D ipti i s ction otkey escription Wideo quality i Displays the remote screen either as A Toggle screen m
29. stores information in a tree structure known as the Directory Information Tree DIT The nodes in the tree are directory entries and each entry contains information in attribute value form An example of the LDAP directory tree is shown in the figure 201009236 93 2985 indd 39 m Manier ow Urers cr judyl DIT Creation The LDAP Data Interchange Format LDIF is used to represent LDAP entries in a simple text format please refer to RFC 2849 The following figure illustrates an LDIF file that creates the DIT for the BO20 U08 19 IP directory tree GELEE EDEA SEEE EETA EE aAA ETTET a AAA AAA RAO AAR OR ow ow Copyright C 2008 TippLite 00 All Rights Reserved t Author Judy 6 Date Novemiber 7 208 00 Sezrmary Define the LDAP schina ow on OV ON ON PN OA PX PS DAAE AAA DA ADAD AO IO W AN AAAG NNN AAA AD AD O O O O ON ON DA AN AN ANAA AAD ON AEAEE OOOO ex dewtripphte dercim olyertelass top objectClass deOtgect objectClass orgiretaiors da coeManager de tripplite decom objectclaas top obgortclacs person ohjertclaes cogan zsionasreon en Manager on Manager yr ouUaera device pte dewcom oljortelass top objertcluss orgenezvional ne ou Users der cemsteve ounUsers de tripplite dcom objectelazs top oljertelass person oljertclues orgenezsionaFercon objectclaza User on steve en steve pemission w piot taserPageword pieswoad ou Users The foll
30. the new network settings applied Reset the IP address of the computer server you used to access the KVM to the original value 11 18 2010 4 21 36 PM 6 KVM Operation Computers connected to the BO20 U08 19 IP can be accessed via the local console or over IP This chapter discusses the basic operation of the KVM switch both locally and remotely 6 1 Sharing USB Peripheral Devices The USB 1 1 port on the LCD panel of the console KVM switch can be used to share USB peripherals between connected computers Simply connect a USB device to this port and any connected computer you switch to will have access to the device The USB peripheral sharing functionality works the same whether you are accessing the connected computers via the local console or over IP Note The following limitations apply to the USB peripheral port 1 This port serves as a 1 port USB 1 1 hub USB 2 0 devices can be connected but will not function as designed 2 USB peripherals can only be shared among computers that are connected to the KVM switch via the USB connectors on the P778 Series USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kit 3 USB peripherals can only be shared among computers that are connected to the KVM switch that the USB peripheral is plugged into If a USB peripheral is plugged into the USB 1 1 port of the third KVM switch in a daisy chain installation only computers connected to that KVM can access the USB peripheral computers connected to any other KVM in the insta
31. the following table RADIUS Access Description Rights C The corresponding account has administrator access to the KVM W J L User can access the system via the Windows and Java browser and non browser applications and can access the log server on the Web Management Interface Note Characters are not case sensitive Characters are comma delimited 201009236 93 2985 indd 45 LDAP Authentication Settings To allow authentication and authorization via LDAP S do the following 1 Check the Enable checkbox 2 Select LDAP or LDAPS 3 Check the Enable Authorization checkbox 4 Enter the appropriate IP address and access port for the LDAP or LDAPS server in the LDAP Server IP and Port fields The default port number for LDAP is 389 and is 636 for LDAPS 5 In the Timeout seconds field set the time in seconds that the KVM waits for an LDAP or LDAPS server reply before it times out 6 In the LDAP Admin DN field set the root point for the LDAP manager to bind to the server 7 In the LDAP Admin Password field key in the LDAP manager s password This field is optional 8 In the Search DN field set the distinguished name of the search base i e the domain name where the search starts for the user name 9 In the Admin Group field key in the name of the LDAP manager This field is optional 10 On the LDAP server set the access rights for each user The following sections describe
32. use the AP Windows Client located on the CD to provide non browser access to the KVM switch via a Windows computer Note The AP Windows Client requires that Direct X 8 0 or higher be installed on your computer 1 Save the AP Windows Client from the CD to a desired location on your Windows computer 2 Double click on the file and follow the installation instructions that follow 3 When the installation is complete a BO20 U08 19 IP icon will be added to your desktop and a BO20 U08 19 IP program entry will be made in the Windows start menu Start gt All Programs gt BO20 U08 19 IP Double click on the icon or select the program entry in the start menu to open the AP Windows Client 4 If this is the first time that you are running the utility a dialog box appears requesting you to input your serial number The serial number can be found on the CD that comes with the BO20 U08 19 IP Key in the serial number 5 characters per box then click OK Sciil Number Seria Number n 5 Upon entering the serial number the AP Windows Client main screen appears cx Server List IP Address Server IP 192 168 0 60 Remote View Port 9000 Login Logout Ghange Password 6 The AP Windows Client will search the network for any KVM switches and display their Model Name and IP Address in the main screen s Server List If the KVM you wish to connect to is displayed in the list hi
33. you can access them using the Port and Station pushbuttons located on the keyboard panel of the built in console Next to each set of pushbuttons is an LED that indicates which Port and Station currently has the focus of the KVM e To toggle between the ports on the selected KVM press the Port up down buttons e To toggle between the KVMs in the installation press the Station up down buttons 6 4 10 Local Console Hotkey Commands When accessing a connected computer via the local console you can use Num Lock and Minus keys hotkey commands to operate the KVM switch instead of going back into 1 Press and hold down the Num Lock key the OSD This chapter discusses the available hotkeys and their functions Below is a list of the various hotkeys broken up into those for port control and those that perform other functions Port Control Hotkeys e Selecting the active port 2 While the Num Lock key is held down press and release the Minus key 3 After releasing the Minus key release the Num Lock key Control and F12 keys 1 Press and hold down the Ctrl key 2 While the Ctrl key is held down press and release the F12 key 3 After releasing the F12 key release the Ctrl key When Hotkey Mode has been invoked e The monitor goes blank and the hotkey command line is displayed This is where you will enter in the hotkey commands described in this e Auto Scan Mode port switching e Skip Mode port switchi
34. 0 F1 GOTO F2 LIST ADMINISTRATOR LIST ALL SN PN QV NAME F3 SET F4 ADM F5 SKP F6 BRC F7 SCAN F8 LOUT ABC COMP1 ABC COMP2 ABC COMP3 WEB SERVER 1 WEB SERVER 2 FAX SERVER 1 FAX SERVER 2 MAIL SERVER 1 11 18 2010 4 21 35 PM 5 Installation continued 5 9 1 Local Console continued 2 Press the F4 key to bring up the OSD Admin page In the OSD Admin page highlight SET IP ADDRESS and press the Enter key 4 DHCP The first field allows you to enable or disable DHCP When enabled the KVM is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server This setting is enabled by default To disable the DHCP setting and set up a fixed IP address press the Spacebar key Once the DHCP is disabled you will be al lowed to edit the remaining fields in the SET IP ADDRESS screen In the remaining fields enter in the IP address subnet mask and default gateway you want to assign to the KVM switch 6 Press the Esc key to exit the SET IP ADDRESS screen and to pull up a prompt asking if you wish to save the settings you just entered If you do not wish to save the settings press the N key If you do wish to save the settings press the Y key Upon pressing the Y key the settings will be saved and the KVM will be reset 5 9 2 IP Installer Computers that are running Windows can use the P Installer utility found 3 The IP Installer searches the network and displays all BO20 U08 19 IP in the included CD to as
35. 020 U08 19 IP will show up in the list of recognized devices in the AP Windows Client main screen If not List enabled the AP Windows Client will not be able to display it in the list of recognized devices The default is Enabled Force All to When enabled the remote display for all users and ports is displayed in black and white In low bandwidth situations forcing video to Grayscale grayscale can reduce the amount of data being transferred over the network and improve keyboard mouse response time The default is Disabled Enable Browser When enabled users are able to access the KVM switch via web browser If browser access is not enabled users must use either the AP Windows or Java clients to access the switch The default is Enabled Enable Multiuser When enabled more than one user can log into the B020 U08 19 IP at the same time The default is Enabled Note This does not allow multiple users to simultaneously access different ports on the KVM switch it only allows multiple users to login at the same time When logged in at the same time the first user to access the KVM switch will have control of the selected port and all other users will be able to view that port Mouse Sync Mode Determines how the local and remote mouse pointer movement becomes synchronized Note In order to be able to remotely access computers connected to the KVM via the PS 2 connectors on a KVM cable kit this setting must be set to Manual It
36. 2985 indd 16 Hotkey Beeper Control To toggle the Beeper on and off key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Key in 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 Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset If the keyboard or mouse ceases to function for a particular port you can perform a keyboard mouse reset via the hotkey command below This performs the same function as unplugging re plugging the keyboard and mouse on the connected computer To perform a keyboard mouse reset do the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Press the F5 key After pressing the F5 key you exit Hotkey Mode and the KVM switch performs a keyboard mouse reset for the currently selected computer This may take a few seconds to take affect Hotkey Mode Invocation Sequence The hotkey sequence to invoke Hotkey Mode can be toggled via hotkey command as well as the local console OSD See page 28 for changing the Hotkey Mode invocation sequence via OSD To toggle the invocation sequence between Num Lock Minus and Ctrl F12 do the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Press the H key After pressing the H key the hotkey mode invocation sequence is changed and the text HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED briefly appears on the monitor Hotkey Mode is then exited and you regain normal operation of t
37. 33 PM 4 Introduction continued 4 4 Components continued 4 4 2 Rear View TRIPP LITE 8 PORT CONSOLE Model 8020 U08 194P CHAIN OUT EWI switcy 0000 00000 e0goo 0000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 o0000 0000 0000 90000 0000 0000 0000 00000 00000 90000 00000 8 7 5 4 3 2 1 El Power Socket This is a standard C14 AC power socket The power cord that comes with the unit plugs in here B Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off El External Console Port The included USB PS2 Combo Console Cable Kit connects to the KVM switch here allowing you to attach an external VGA monitor and USB or PS 2 keyboard mouse El LAN Port The cable that connects the KVM switch to a LAN WAN or Internet plugs in here 201009236 93 2985 indd 6 H KVM Ports The custom wired KVM cable kits that connect to the computers plug in here Note The shape of these connectors has been specifically modified to work only with Tripp Lite P778 Series USB PS2 KVM Cable Kits O Daisychain Out Port A P772 Series Daisychain Cable sold separately connects between this port and the Daisychain In Port on a B022 U16 or B022 016 KVM switch to expand the number of connected computers 11 18 2010 4 21 33 PM 5 Installation 5 1 General Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions Save them for future reference
38. Characters are not case sensitive Characters are comma delimited ANMS LDAP S M I Enable LDAP Authentication DAP pAPS Enable Authorization LDAP Server IP Port 636 Timeout seconds 10 LDAP Admin DN LDAP Admin Password Search DN m m m m Admin Group To allow authentication and authorization via LDAPS do the following 1 Check the Enable LDAP Authentication checkbox 2 Select LDAP or LDAPS 3 Check the Enable Authorization checkbox 4 Enter the appropriate IP address and access port for the LDAP or LDAPS server in the LDAP Server IP and Port fields The default port number for LDAP is 389 and is 636 for LDAPS 5 In the Timeout seconds field set the time in seconds that the KVM waits for an LDAP or LDAPS server reply before it times out 6 In the LDAP Admin DN field set the root point for the LDAP manager to bind to the server 7 Inthe LDAP Admin Password field key in the LDAP manager s password This field is optional 8 In the Search DN field set the distinguished name of the search base i e the domain name where the search starts for the user name 9 In the Admin Group field key in the name of the LDAP manager This field is optional 10 On the LDAP server set the access rights for each user The following sections describe how to configure LDAP for use with the KVM switch 11 18 2010 4 21 45 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Re
39. Domain Cont Saorty Grup Goba AJ damain controllers in the domain i i i r re S the makeup of the permission attribute value entry hugna Sooipteecaiaal cotpwetuamnamits Gian e An ampersand amp connects the KVM represented by the IP address to re ag N renee oem the access rights represented by the string of characters ie on noua Saraso e The characters of the access rights string can be entered in either upper aed ei Sanayi mand meii mace maa vee at or lower case The available characters and what access rights they cs icy represent are listed in the following table al e Each character in the access rights string is separated by a comma i There are no spaces before or after the comma e If a user has access rights to more than one KVM each permission segment is separated by a semicolon There are no spaces before or after the semicolon 4 Right click on the user s name and select properties 5 Select the Attribute Editor tab of the screen that appears Select permission from the list and then click Edit Character Description Cc Gives the corresponding account administrator privileges Ww Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Windows browser and non browser applica tions J Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Java browser and non browser applications L Gives the corresponding account access to the log server
40. F Q I Reset on exit Reset Poruk Clear Port Names Customization Firmware Upgrade To upgrade the KVM s IP firmware follow these steps 1 Download the firmware upgrade file from the Tripp Lite website 2 Open the Remote OSD and navigate to the Customization tab 3 Click the Browse button and select the firmware upgrade file you just downloaded from the Tripp Lite website 4 Click the Upload button in the Customization tab A prompt appears to inform you the firmware upgrade process is underway Upon completion a prompt will appear stating the upgrade was successful and that you will need to log out and reset the KVM 5 Upon logging out of the KVM a reset is performed to complete the upgrade process Firmware Upgrade Recovery In the event of a firmware upgrade failure or an aborted firmware upgrade perform a firmware upgrade recovery by completing the following steps 1 Power OFF the switch If it is part of a daisychain installation disconnect it from the chain Connect the firmware upgrade cable to the firmware upgrade port Power the switch back ON and repeat the upgrade procedure we SS After the switch has been successfully upgraded power it OFF and slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery switch back to the NORMAL position 6 If the switch is part of a daisychain reconnect it to the daisychain 7 Power the switch back ON Customization Login Failures e Allowed Enter into this field the
41. N This setting allows you to position the Port ID anywhere on the screen The default is the upper left corner When se lected the screen switches to the last selected port and displays its Port ID To position the Port ID use the touchpad or the keyboard arrow keys as well as the Pg Up Pg Dn Home End and 5 keys on the numeric keypad with Num Lock off When the Port ID is in the desired location double click or press the Enter key to lock it in position and return to the OSD Note The Port ID is set independently for each port on the installation The position specified here only applies to the port that is currently active PORT ID DISPLAY DURATION This selection gives you the option of displaying the Port ID for 3 seconds or having the Port ID always off The default is to display for 3 seconds PORT ID DISPLAY MODE Select how the Port ID is displayed Port Number only Port Name only or both Port Number and Port Name The default is to display both Port Number and Port Name SCAN DURATION This setting determines the amount of time spent on each port when in Auto Scan Mode Key in a value from 1 255 seconds and then press the Enter key The default is 5 seconds a setting of 0 zero disables the Auto Scan function altogether SCAN SKIP MODE Select which ports will be accessed during Auto Scan Mode and Skip Mode e ALL All ports that are accessible to the currently logged on user e POWERED ON All
42. OGOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set here the user will be logged out requiring them to enter their username TIMEOUT and password to regain access to the KVM This can be set from 0 to 180 minutes with O disabling the function Simply type in the desired time frame and hit the Enter key to save your change This is disabled 0 by default EDIT PORT This function allows administrators to give each port a unique name making it easier to find the computer you want to access To add NAMES edit a port name do the following 1 Select the port by double clicking on it or by highlighting it and hitting the Enter key 2 A name field will appear at the bottom of the screen Add or edit the port name and hit the Enter key to save the change To exit without saving the change hit the Esc key Port names can have a maximum of 12 characters including any combination of letters and numbers A Z 0 9 and the following characters Asterisk Parentheses Plus Minus Colon Comma Question Mark Period Forward Slash and Space Port names are NOT case sensitive They will always display as uppercase in the OSD RESTORE This allows the Administrator to restore all OSD settings to their factory default values except for the network settings port names and DEFAULT username passwords When this function is accessed a prompt will appear asking if you wish to restore the default settings If ye
43. OSD Hotkey Pushbutton Local Console Only External Console Ports HD18 Male USB A Female External Console Cable Yes External Console Cable Connectors KVM Side HD18 Female Computer Side HD15 Female 2 USB A Female 2 PS 2 Female Additional USB Ports 1 Additional USB Port Version 1 1 LAN Port RJ45 Female Firmware Upgrade Port RJ11 Female Pushbuttons Station Up Down 2 Port Up Down 2 Reset Button Semi Recessed Pushbutton Max Resolution Supported by Built In Monitor 1280 x 1024 75Hz DDC2B Power ON OFF Switch Yes Included Power Cord C13 to 5 15P Power Consumption 120V 33 5W 230V 34W Power I P Rating 100 240V 50 60Hz 1A Operating Temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage Temperature 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity 0 to 80 RH Non Condensing Dimensions H x W x D In 1 73 x 18 9 x 27 Weight Ibs 30 6 Maximum Rack Depth Supported 38 In Minimum Rack Depth Supported 26 In This measurement is the distance from the rackmount brackets on the front of the unit to those on the back of the unit The protrusion of the KVM cables from the back of the unit and the protrusion of the console handle from the front of the unit need to be considered in the rack installation 8 1 OSD Default Settings Setting Default OSD Language English OSD Hotkey Scroll Lock Scroll L
44. Owner s Manual Console KVM Switch with IP Access Model B020 U08 19 IP TRIPP LITE 1111 W 35th Street Chicago IL 60609 USA www tripplite com support FC T Tested To Comply With FCC Standards RoHS Sa COMPLIANT Copyright 2010 Tripp Lite All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement Specifications are subject to change without notice 201009236 93 2985 indd 1 11 18 2010 4 21 28 PM LELIKE xe al Jal ty 1 FCC Information 3 6 4 5 Local Console OSD F5 Skip Function 14 2 User Notice 3 6 4 6 Local Console OSD F6 Broadcast Mode BRC 15 6 4 7 Local Console OSD F7 Auto Scan Function 15 3 Package Contents 3 n 6 4 8 Local Console OSD F8 Logout Function 15 4 Introduction 3 6 4 9 Local Console Pushbuttons 15 4 1 Overview 3 6 4 10 Local Console Hotkey Commands 15 4 2 Features 4 6 5 Logging Into the KVM over IP 17 4 3 System Requirements 4 6 5 1 Logging In via Web Browser 17 4 3 1 Optional External Console 4 6 5 2 Logging In via the AP Windows Client 18 4 3 2 Computers 4 6 5 3 Logging In via the AP Java Client 19 4 3 3 Remote Console 4 6 6 Web Browser and Non Browser Remote Port Access 19 4 3 4 Supported Browsers 4 6 6 1 Port Access via Remote OSD 20 4 3 5 Custom KVM Cable Kits 4 6 6 2 Port Access via Remote OSD Toolbar 20 4 3 6 Operating Systems 5 6 6 3 Mouse Synchronization 21 4 4 Componen
45. P slapd 0 756 man new gebug levei tx 256 mair new conng me is siapa cont GUM SOPONLDAP sland 2 2 29 Oct 21 2005 16 09 14 UiMote EELTIRA cpewcsp 2 2 29erver sapa bdb db init initshzing BOB datasese slaod startnog Customizing the OpenLDAP Schema The schema that slapd uses may be extended to support additional syntaxes matching rules attribute types and object classes In the case of the B020 U08 19 IP the User class and the permission attribute are extended to define a new schema The extended schema file used to authenticate and authorize users logging in to the KVM switch is shown in the figure below as Ss Copyright C AUN Toppliie OO AS Rages Reserves Aer Nh 5 Date Nowember 2 302 ss Sommary Deter he LDAP vieme PPLGRETEROAEIAMAOEDOIATE DEOL CDG ONROLTLALOLESINILEDAAOORSOES TRIPPLITE OW 1 TA 143717 arbete 136141 2931713422 NAME peomasnce BQUALITY satelgnore Match SUBSTE carlo Shere Ma SYNTAX LIELA 1 1466 113521 15 SRIGLE VALUEY pidas 13644 LNNT LIAI NAME Yrer SUP oyanan eroon STRUCTURAL MAY lpeormsma wr Certinet LDAP Data Stucture An LDAP directory stores information in a tree structure known as the Directory Information Tree DIT The nodes in the tree are directory entries and each entry contains information in attribute value form An example of the LDAP directory tree is shown in the figure below c amp orepiie comManazer oo
46. See page 30 for details on performing a firmware upgrade When you select this option the firmware version numbers are displayed on the OSD screen and a prompt will ask if you wish to continue with a firmware upgrade If yes type in Y If no type in N 201009236 93 2985 indd 29 11 18 2010 4 21 42 PM 7 Administration continued 7 1 3 Local Console OSD F4 Administration ADM Page continued Setting Description Mode 1 Only the built in LCD console is enabled Mode 2 Only the external console is enabled KEYBOARD Sets the language for an external keyboard connected to the KVM s external keyboard port To select a keyboard language double LANGUAGE click on the desired language or highlight it and hit the Enter key You can choose between US English UK English German Swiss German French Hungarian Italian Japanese Korean Russian Spanish Swedish and Traditional Chinese SET CONSOLE This allows administrators to set which consoles are enabled for use Press the spacebar to toggle between three choices MODE Mode 0 Both consoles are enabled This setting defaults at Mode 0 Both consoles are enabled 7 1 4 Local Console Firmware Upgrade The B020 U08 19 IP has two sets of firmware one to control JP Access and another to control the KVM s Mainboard Input Output Ports and Keyboard The IP Access firmware must be updated via the Web Management Interface or Remote OSD The KVM Mainbo
47. a shelf or a workspace 11 18 2010 4 21 33 PM 5 Installation continued 5 2 Standard Rack Mounting The NetDirector Console KVM Switch with IP Access is designed for mounting in a 1U rack system For convenience a rack mounting kit is included with your console KVM switch for quick installation The various mounting options are explained in the sections that follow Standard Rack Mounting The standard rack mounting brackets that come attached to the console KVM switch allow the unit to be installed in a standard 1U rack by a single individual 1 Slide out the rear mounting brackets from the console and mount both brackets separate from the console to the inside rear of a standard 1U rack system using user supplied screws 2 Take the console and gently slide it into the two rear mounted brackets in the rack and secure the console in place by inserting user supplied screws 2 Post Rackmounting The console KVM switch can also be mounted in a 2 post rack installation using the optional 2 Post Rack Mount Kit model B019 000 The mounting hardware allows for the console to be opened with the drawer in any position Heavy duty 14 gauge steel provides stability and prevents the console frame from twisting See the B019 000 instructional manual for detailed mounting instructions 5 3 Grounding To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded Use the included
48. address with the correct address and click OK 4 Select the include or exclude option underneath the filter list This will determine if all filters in the list are excluded from accessing the KVM or if only those addresses in the list are included among those that can access the KVM Security Default Webpage Name The Default Webpage Name allows administrators to specify a login string that must be included after the IP address when accessing the KVM via web browser For example a default webpage name of abcdefg for a KVM with an IP address of 192 168 0 126 would require the following URL to be entered when accessing the KVM via web browser 192 168 0 126 abcdefg 11 18 2010 4 21 47 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued Customization The Customization screen allows administrators to upgrade the IP firmware of the KVM and configure settings related to KVM operation The sections that follow discuss the settings you will find on this page B020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 093 xj Main Configuration Administration Firmware Upgrade i Mainboard F w _Browse Current Version 1 0 093 Upload m Login Failures Allowed 5 Timeout minutes 3 m Working Mode I Enable ICMP I Enable Browser I Enable Device List Enable Multiuser T Force All to Grayscale m Mouse Sync Mode Automatic Manual rro Attributes bp F
49. allowing users to communicate with each other Message Board ee All Users davidmuzinic e Click and drag the diagonal line at as many points as you wish to achieve the display output you desire e Click Save As to save up to four user defined configurations derived from this method Saved configurations can be recalled from the list box at a future time e Click Reset to abandon any changes and return the gamma line to its original diagonal position e Click OK to save your changes and close the dialog box e Click Cancel to abandon your changes and close the dialog box Note For best results change the gamma while viewing a remote computer 201009236 93 2985 indd 24 11 18 2010 4 21 41 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 6 6 Remote Control Panel continued The buttons on the button bar are toggles Their actions are explained in the table Button Description E Enable Disable Chat When disabled this icon displays next to the disabled user s name in the User List panel of all users message boards Messages directed to the disabled user are not displayed on the message board The button is shadowed when disabled ee Occupy Release Keyboard Video Mouse When you occupy the KVM other users cannot see the video and cannot input keyboard or mouse ae data A prompt will come up on the locked out users monitor stating which user has occupied the KVM The button in the message board is
50. ame for the KVM switch simply type the desired name in this field 16 characters max By default the device name is the model name of the KVM MAC Address The KVM s MAC address displays here A MAC address label can also be found on the bottom panel of the console Firmware Indicates the current IP firmware version This firmware controls the IP functionality of the KVM switch whereas a separate version Version upgradeable via the Local Console OSD controls the basic KVM and console functionality New firmware files can be downloaded from www tripplite com support as they become available You can reference this number to see if the version on the website is newer than that on your KVM 7 3 2 Network Clicking on the Network icon at the top of the screen brings you to the IP Address and DNS Server Network page From here you can set access ports that will be allowed by Both the IP address and DNS Server address can be assigned either a firewall configure the KVM s IP address and DNS server address and automatically by a DHCP server or given a fixed IP address by an set the ZP Installer settings IP Installer settings can only be changed administrator By default the KVM is set to have its IP address assigned using the Web Management Interface automatically via DHCP server To set the IP address and DNS Server address of the KVM follow these steps 1 To have the IP address pulled automatically via DHCP server make
51. ar it scans the connected computers per the Scan Select setting in the Configuration tab of the remote OSD Ope a e T o1 04 m 06 201009236 93 2985 indd 22 A panel array toolbar is located in the lower right corner of the panel array mode screen As with the other toolbars the panel array mode toolbar can be dragged to anywhere on the screen The table describes the icons located in the panel array toolbar Icon Description HWH Moves the focus of the panel array scan back four panels H Moves the focus of the panel array scan back one panel il Pauses the panel array mode scan leaving the focus on the cur rently highlighted panel Moves the focus of the panel array scan forward one panel be Moves the focus of the panel array scan forward four panels Increases the number of panels displayed in panel array mode m Decreases the number of panels displayed in panel array mode Fa Toggles the 4 3 aspect ration x Exits panel array mode at the currently highlighted port 11 18 2010 4 21 39 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 6 6 Remote Conirol Panel When accessing connected computers over IP a control panel appears in Configuring the Hotkeys the lower right corner of your screen The remote control panel allows If you find the default hotkey commands inconvenient you can configure you to perform tasks and edit settings related to the remote session The them by following these
52. ard Input Output Ports and Keyboard firmware must be updated via the local console OSD To upgrade the KVMs Mainboard Input Output Ports and Keyboard firmware follow the instructions below 1 From a computer that is not connected to your KVM switch download the firmware upgrade file from www tripplite com support Note If firmware upgrades are not on www tripplite com support there are no upgrades available for your unit 2 Using the included firmware upgrade cable connect the RJ11 jack on the LCD panel of the console to a DB9 COM port on the computer you just downloaded the firmware upgrade file to Note Daisy chained KVM switches will automatically receive the upgrade via the daisy chain cables 3 Shut down all the computers on the KVM installation Leave all KVM switches powered ON 4 Open the local console OSD and navigate to the F4 ADM page Scroll down to the FIRMWARE UPGRADE option and press the Enter key Press Y to invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode 6 From the computer you downloaded the firmware upgrade to run the downloaded file either by double clicking on it or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it The firmware upgrade utility welcome screen appears 7 Read and agree to the license agreement and then click Next to continue The firmware upgrade utility main screen appears and the devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List panel on the left side of the screen T
53. at can be used to connect to the KVM switch over IP Web Browser AP Windows Client and AP Java Client 6 5 1 Logging In via Web Browser 1 Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the KVM See 3 If accessing the KVM for the first time enter in the username Network Setup IP Address Configuration on page 10 for details on administrator and the password password For security purposes it determining the KVMs IP address is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique When you have entered your username and password the KVM web interface will appear with the Note If you are first prompted by a screen that says the websites security following page displayed certificate can not be trusted click on the link to proceed anyways the certificate can be trusted 2 A screen will appear asking you to provide a username and password 8020 U08 19 IP Login ji c Password j TRIPPLITE Copyright 2008 Tripp Lite Al rights reserved Al trademarks are the property of their respective owners TRIPPLITE Copyright 2008 Tripp Lite Ali rights reserved Al trademarks are the property of their respective owners 201009236 93 2985 indd 17 11 18 2010 4 21 37 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 5 2 Logging In via the AP Windows Client In the event you do not want to connect to the KVM switch via web browser you can
54. board as well as system messages display in this panel If you Disable Chat messages that get posted to the board will not appear ctia bel Ctrl Alt Del As the Ctrl Alt Delete command is sent to the local computer and not the remote computer this icon provides an easy way to send this command to the remote computer The Ctrl Alt Delete command can also be sent using the substitute Alt key See Hotkey Setup on page 23 for details 201009236 93 2985 indd 25 5 Y Soft Keyboard The KVM Switch supports an on screen keyboard available in multiple languages with all the standard keys for each supported language Click this icon to display the on screen keyboard To change languages click the drop down arrow next to the Soft Keyboard m ae icon and select the new language ed Exit Remote View Click this icon to disconnect and exit the remote session Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Click on one of these three icons to toggle the corresponding lock function ON OFF a About Clicking this icon will display the model name and IP firmware version number of the KVM switch 11 18 2010 4 21 41 PM 7 Administration Administration of the KVM switch can be done through three different interfaces Local Console OSD Web Interface and Remote OSD The Web Interface and Remote OSD give you the most administrative access to the KVM whereas the settings in the Local OSD are more limited The tab
55. board Emulation 57 6 4 3 Local Console OSD Main Screen Headings 14 9 Warranty Registration 58 6 4 4 Local Console OSD F1 GOTO Function 14 y g 201009236 93 2985 indd 2 11 18 2010 4 21 28 PM 1 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 2 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
56. browser e External USB 1 1 port allows USB peripheral devices to be shared amongst connected computers e Grayscale feature allows you to view remote sessions in black and white reducing the amount of data traveling over the network and improving keyboard mouse response time over IP e External console port on the back allows for an optional external monitor VGA keyboard USB or PS 2 and mouse USB or PS 2 to be connected e An additional external USB port is conveniently located on the front of the keyboard panel for an optional external mouse 4 3 System Requirements 4 3 1 Optional External Console e A VGA SVGA or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation e PS 2 or USB keyboard and mouse 4 3 2 Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer e A VGA SVGA or MultiSync video graphics card with an HD15 port Note The integrated LCD monitor s maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 75Hz Ensure that none of the computer resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor s maximum resolution Either e PS 2 mouse and keyboard ports 6 pin Mini DIN e USB port 4 3 4 Supported Browsers Browser Internet Explorer Firefox Mozilla Safari Opera Netscape 4 3 5 Custom KVM Cable Kits e Console lock enables the console to be locked in place when not in use preventing it from sliding out of the rack e Web management i
57. ck OK 6 On the screen you are in open the File menu and click Save 7 When prompted where to save specify the C Windows system32 directory 8 Key in the filename schmmgmt msc Click Save to complete the procedure 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS continued Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Create a New Attribute Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Extend the Object 1 Open Control Panel gt Administrative Tools gt Active Directory Class with the New Attribute Schema 1 Open Control Panel gt Administrative Tools gt Active Directory 2 In the left panel of the screen that comes up right click Attributes Schema In the left panel of the screen that comes up select Classes fi Ble Adlon ew Fevartes Window Leb e Par In the right panel right click person and select Properties Select the 3 fla p Blew Sate General tab of the person Properties screen and fill in the fields onsole Root ame ati Ema Active Directory Schema LDAP tr com Unicode String according to the example BHO Classes Large Integer interval Pia Attributes Unicode String Senora zizi inn Large Integerfinterval Integer gt a General Relationship Attributes Detauk Securty Integer Integer Integer Boolean Integer Unicode String a Large Integer interyal Integer Large Integerfinterval w Integer 3 Select New gt Attribute
58. ction VAN 4 1 Overview The NetDirector Console KVM Switch with IP Access is a control unit that allows secure access to multiple computers from a single KVM keyboard video and mouse console It consists of an integrated LCD monitor keyboard and touchpad in a 1U rack mountable housing The NetDirector Console KVM Switch with IP Access features IP based connectivity that allows multiple remote operators to concurrently monitor the computers on your installation It uses TCP IP for its communications protocol allowing it to be accessed from any computer on the LAN WAN or Internet whether that computer is located down the hall down the street or halfway around the world sac Optional External Console Remote 201009236 93 2985 indd 3 11 18 2010 4 21 31 PM 4 Introduction continued 4 2 Features e 1U Console KVM Switch with built in IP access integrated 19 in LCD monitor keyboard and touchpad e Connect either USB or PS 2 computers using P778 Series USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kits no need for separate cable kits e Control up to 8 computers on a single KVM switch expand the number of connected computers to up to 504 by daisy chaining up to 32 levels of KVM switches e Remotely access computers via LAN WAN or Internet via the Windows or Java browser clients e AP Windows and Java Clients allow the KVM to be remotely accessed via the network without going through a
59. d mouse reset F5 Performs a keyboard mouse reset for the currently selected computer Hotkey mode invocation sequence H Toggles the sequence to invoke Hotkey Mode between Num Lock Minus and Ctrl F12 OSD invocation sequence T Toggles the sequence to invoke the OSD between Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and Cirl Ctrl Sets the invocation sequence for both the Local Console OSD and the Remote OSD Restore default values R Enter Administrator only hotkey Restores the OSD to its default values Restores both the Local Console OSD and the Remote OSD Skip Mode Previous port 6 When typed into the hotkey command line this key invokes Skip Mode When in Skip Mode this key switches KVM focus to the port prior to the currently selected port Skip Mode Next port gt When typed into the hotkey command line this key invokes Skip Mode When in Skip Mode this key switches KVM focus to the port after the currently selected port Skip Mode Previous station M When typed into the hotkey command line this key invokes Skip Mode When in Skip Mode this key switches KVM focus to the last port on the station prior to the currently selected port Skip Mode Next station b When typed into the hotkey command line this key invokes Skip Mode When in Skip Mode this key switches KVM focus to the first port on the station after the currently selected port 6 5 Logging Into the KVM over IP There are three methods th
60. d station number or highlight the desired station number and hit the Enter key 201009236 93 2985 indd 13 11 18 2010 4 21 36 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 4 Local Console Port Access Once logged into the KVM you can access connected computers via the local console using the Local Console OSD Local Console Pushbuttons or Hotkey Commands The following sections describe all of the ways in which you can access connected computers via the local console 6 4 1 Local Console OSD Invocation Sequence Once logged into the KVM switch and accessing a connected computer you will need to use one of two sequences to re open the OSD Main Menu Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl See page 28 for details on changing this hotkey sequence The default OSD invocation sequence is Scroll Lock Scroll Lock 6 4 2 Local Console OSD Navigation When in the Local Console OSD you can use your keyboard and mouse to access its features e To close out of the Local Console OSD click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD or press the Esc key e To logout press the F8 key click the F8 at the top of the OSD or click the zZz symbol in the upper right hand corner of the OSD To move through the OSD list one line at a time click the up and down triangle symbols W or use the 44 and Wy keyboard keys If there are more entries than appear on the screen the screen will scroll e To move up or down one screen at a time click the Up
61. d vertical position of the remote computer window by clicking the arrow buttons Auto Sync Click the Auto Sync button to automatically synchronize the remote screen with the local screen Note Upon performing an Auto Sync the local and remote mouse pointers are automatically synced as well RGB Drag the slider bars to adjust the RGB Red Green Blue values If the Set to grayscale checkbox is checked the remote video is displayed in black and white Setting the video to grayscale will decrease the amount of information traveling over the network and can help improve keyboard and mouse response time Gamma This setting allows you to adjust the video display s gamma level See the Gamma Adjustment Section for details Video Quality Drag the slider bar to adjust the overall video quality of the remote screen A higher video quality setting may slow down the key board and mouse response time Enable Refresh The KVM switch can be set to redraw the screen every 1 to 99 seconds eliminating unwanted artifacts from the screen Check the Enable refresh checkbox and enter in a number from 1 to 99 to have the KVM refresh at the desired time intervals By default this feature is disabled and the Enable refresh checkbox is unchecked Transparency This setting adjusts the transparency of the remote OSD toolbar Color Depth Control This setting adjusts the amount of color information that is being sent over the network To enable th
62. e MAC 00 07 e9 e6 0258 IP 172181218 xl C Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP Specify an IP address IP Address We 18 12 Subnet Mask 255 255 Gateway 172 18 5 9 3 Browser If the KVM switch is on a network that does not contain a DHCP server EPPEN to automatically assign an IP address the default IP address is set to TRIPPLITE 192 168 0 60 wo 1 Ona computer server that is on the same network as your console KVM switch set the computer server s IP address to 192 168 0 XXX where XXX represents any number or numbers except 60 as togn Reset 192 168 0 60 is the default IP address of the KVM 2 Using this computer server access the B020 U08 19 IP via the URL 192 168 0 60 A screen will appear asking you to provide a username and password Note If you are first prompted by a screen that says the websites security certificate can not be trusted click on the link to proceed anyways the certificate can be trusted TRIPPLITE Copyright 2008 Tripp lite Al rights reserved Al trademarks are th property of their respective owners 201009236 93 2985 indd 11 11 18 2010 4 21 36 PM 5 Installation continued 5 9 3 Browser continued 3 If accessing the KVM for the first time enter in the username administrator and the password password For security purposes it is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique See Us
63. e the Lo x permission entry now reflects the new permissions Select Componente Which conponents shodd be irataled c gt an Propertie J Atase Select tho components you wart 10 malat dou the carponenis you do not wart 10 Ee seost antol Ciok Next when you ane sendy to corine See prb teases Ful re atbece X etal OperLOAF oceridip 22 23 E irsal B98 tock O3MB E iretsi Open De shepd ac NT seror O rets Open De obapd a NT srece Sem phen ise See Cnty attention Peat hare phan Cineni selecton requires ct loast 11 4 MS af dak score OpenLDAP Server Configuration The main OpenLDAP configuration file slapd conf has to be customized before launching the server The modifications to the configuration file will do the following e Specify the unicode data directory The default is ucdata e Choose the required LDAP schemas The core schema is mandatory _ toes s e Configure the path for the OpenLDAP pid and args start up files The first contains the server pid the second includes command line 8 After entering in the desired KVM permission attribute value click arguments Apply to save the change and complete the procedure e Choose the database type The default is bdb Berkeley DB 9 Repeat these steps for any other users you wish to assign KVM e Specify the server suffix All entries in the directory will have this permissions to suffix which represents the root of the directory tree For e
64. ecurity warning dialog boxes appear ignore them and click Run or Open A Log Server setup screen appears Welcome to the LogServer Setup This program will install the Lo Server on your computer We strongly recommend that you ext all Windows programs before running this program 2 Click the Next button and then follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation and have the Log Server program icon placed on your desktop After installation and before opening the Log Server for the first time go to the ANMS page in the Web Management Interface or Remote OSD and enter the MAC address of the computer you installed the Log Server on and an access port that can be used to get through a firewall See page 50 for the Web Management Interface ANMS or page 40 for the Remote OSD ANMS Double click the Log Server desktop icon The first time you open the Log Server a screen similar to the one below appears The screen is divided into three components e A Menu Bar at the top e A panel that will contain a list of all BO20 U08 19 IP units in the middle e A panel that will contain an Events List at the bottom 201009236 93 2985 indd 53 Menu Bar The Menu bar consists of four drop down menus e Configure e Events e Options e Help Configure The Configure menu consists of three functions Add Edit and Delete Add Select the Add function when you need to add a new BO20 U08 19 IP to the list of uni
65. ed by User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 18 10 51 Client User davidmuzinic connected from 12 233 90 228 18 11 01 Client User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 logged out 18 36 05 Backup All by User davidmuzinic 12 233 90 228 Clear Log 201009236 93 2985 indd 52 Backup Configuration User Accounts This section of the page gives you the ability to back up the KVM s configuration settings and user profile information To perform a backup do the following 1 Enter a password into the Password field This password will be required when using the backup file to restore the KVM configuration settings and or user profile information 2 Select what type of backup you wish to create Backup Configuration Backup User Accounts or Backup All 3 Click the Save button to create the backup file A prompt will appear asking if you want to save the file or find a program to open it Click the Save button give the file a unique name and save it in a convenient location File Download x Do you want to save this file or find a program online to open it Name B020 U08 19 IP conf Type Unknown File Type 776 bytes From 68 20 227 45 While files from the Internet can be useful some files can potentially Q harm your computer If you do not trust the source do not find a program to open this file or save this file What s the risk Restore Configuration User Accounts To erase the configuration setting
66. enance function Edit Select the Edit function when you need to change the information for an existing KVM switch To edit an existing KVM simply highlight it in the Log Server list and open the Edit function from the Configure menu A dialog box will appear that shows the exact information that was entered for the KVM when it was added using the Add function Edit this information and click OK Delete To delete a KVM switch simply highlight it in the Log Server list and open the Delete function from the Configure menu A dialog box will appear which will display the KVMs information and ask you to click OK to delete it If you want to remove it from the list of KVMs being tracked by the Log Server click OK 11 18 2010 4 21 51 PM 7 Administration continued 7 4 Log Server continued Events The Events menu consists of two items Search and Maintenance Search Search allows you to search for events containing specific words or strings When you access this function a screen similar to the one that follows appears SS a i bee ae io mr prer DO S Meng Se eg E s e is s r i eon aan f A description of the items from the Search screen is given in the table Item Description Search New search When selected the search is performed on Options all the events in the database for the selected KVM Search last results This is a secondary search per formed on the events that res
67. er Management on page 33 for details When you have entered your username and password the web management interface will appear with the following page ao i 2 9 w a ft General Network Security ANMS User Customization Maintenance wv i iformation Management foxos o Open Windows Client EELA f 06 67 00 84 1 Open Java Applet 9 a Log Language Logout TRIPPLITE Copyright 2008 Tripp Lite Allrights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners 201009236 93 2985 indd 12 displayed Program feo00 HTTP 80 HTTPS ja Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP Use the following IP address Fixed IP IP Address f192 168 1 180 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway f192 168 1 1 Obtain DNS server address automatically Using the following DNS server addresses Primary DNS server Alternate DNS server IP Installer Settings 6 Enabled View Only Disabled Apply Click on the Network icon at the top of the page The Network page appears To assign a fixed IP address click the Use the following IP address Fixed IP option and then enter in the appropriate IP Address and DNS Server information See page 43 for further details on the Network page Click the Apply button once all of the settings have been entered Upon logging out of the web interface the KVM will be reset and
68. ermission from the list and then click Edit F Pem godowy minses six tasa sawa r a i j a mmo Z _o _ Permission Attribute Value The Permission Attribute Value is made up of two parts the IP address of the KVM switch that the user will be accessing and a string of characters that indicates the access rights the user has The following rules apply to the makeup of the permission attribute value entry Description Gives the corresponding account administrator privileges 6 Replace the value shown with the desired KVM permission attribute value See table below for details vreo asertado doce xi e An ampersand amp connects the KVM represented by the IP address to the access rights represented by the string of characters The characters of the access rights string can be entered in either upper or lower case The available characters and what access rights they represent are listed in the following table e Each character in the access rights string is separated by a comma There are no spaces before or after the comma e If a user has access rights to more than one KVM each permission segment is separated by a semicolon There are no spaces before or after the semicolon WwW applications Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Windows browser and non browser Gives the corresponding account access to the KVM switch via the Java browser and non br
69. ess and click OK 4 Select the include or exclude option next to the IP Filter Enable or MAC Filter Enable checkbox This will determine if all filters in the list are excluded from accessing the KVM or if only those addresses in the list are included among those that can access the KVM Default Webpage Name In addition to IP and MAC address filtering the Security page allows you to set a Default web page Name The Default web page name is a login string specified by an administrator that must be included after the IP address when accessing the KVM via web browser For example a default webpage name of abcdefg for a KVM with an IP address of 192 168 0 126 would require the following URL to be entered when accessing the KVM via web browser 192 168 0 126 abcdefg 11 18 2010 4 21 48 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS The Advanced Network Management Settings ANMS page allows you to set up login authorization management from an external source From this screen administrators can set up remote management via RADIUS and or LDAP S and set up the access port and MAC address for the Windows based log server RADIUS Settings T Enable Port 1812 Port 1812 Timeout seconds fs Retries 3 Shared Secret at least 6 characters Primary RADIUS Server IP Alternate RADIUS Server IP T Enable C wap paps T Enable Authorization WwaPserverP Port f535 Timeout seconds o LDAP Admin DN
70. fault is bdb Berkeley DB e Specify the server suffix All entries in the directory will have this suffix which represents the root of the directory tree For example with suffix dc tripplite dc com the fully qualified name of all entries in the database will end with dc tripplite dc com e Define the name of the administrator entry for the server rootdn along with its password rootpw This is the server s super user The rootdn name must match the suffix defined above Since all entry names must end with the defined suffix and the rootdn is an entry An example configuration file is provided ucdata path fucdata include schemafcore schema pidfile run slapd pid argsfile run slapd args database bdb suffix de tripplite de com rootdn cn Manager de tripplite de com rootpw secret directory data 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS continued Starting the Open LDAP Server To start the OpenLDAP Server run slapd the OpenLDAP Server executable file from the command line slapd supports a number of command line options the most important option is the d switch that triggers debug information For example a command of slapd d 256 would start OpenLDAP with a debug level of 256 as shown in the following screenshot Note For details about slapd options and their meanings refer to the OpenLDAP documentation oamnemi meet shani 4 738 DProgram Fies Opent DA
71. fault values via OSD To restore the default values via hotkey do the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Press the R key 3 Hit the Enter key After hitting the Enter key the text RESET TO DEFAULT SETTING is briefly displayed and then Hotkey Mode is exited 11 18 2010 4 21 37 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 4 10 Local Console Hotkey Commands continued Hotkey Summary Table Note All of the hotkey commands in this table require Hotkey Mode to be invoked prior to implementing the hotkey command See page 15 for details on invoking Hotkey Mode Hotkey Operation Hotkey Command Description Selecting the active port Station ID Port ID Enter Switches the KVM focus to the Station and Port entered in this command See page 15 for details on Port ID numbering Auto Scan mode A Enter or Invokes Auto Scan Mode Press the P key at any time during an auto scan to pause Q Enter on the currently selected computer Press the Esc key or Spacebar key to exit Auto Scan Mode at the currently selected computer Hotkey beeper control B Toggles the beeper sound ON OFF Port OS Windows F1 Administrator only hotkey Sets the OS of the currently selected port as Windows Port OS Mac F2 Administrator only hotkey Sets the OS of the currently selected port as Mac Port OS Sun F3 Administrator only hotkey Sets the OS of the currently selected port as Sun Computer keyboar
72. ghlight it and click the Login button If not type in the IP address and port number assigned to the desired KVM switch and click the Login button Note The default port number assigned to the KVM is 9000 7 A prompt appears asking you to enter your username and password If accessing the KVM for the first time enter in the username administrator and the password password For security purposes it is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique 201009236 93 2985 indd 18 x Username Password rk R cn 8 When you have entered your username and password the Remote View and Change Password buttons on the main screen become active Click on the Remote View button to remotely connect to the KVM switch ovin nn Hax Server List IP Address Server IP Remote View Port 9000 Change Password ene Upon clicking on the Remote View button the screen of the first connected computer on the installation that you have access to is displayed as well as the Remote OSD See page 19 for details on Remote Port Access 9 58 20 227 45 B020 U08 19 IP JavaClient Version V1 0 093 71 nice distant E E Crowd even here Aveo weca How Poeer shee jaro am wees rast coz 11 18 2010 4 21 38 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 5 3 Logging In via the AP Java Clie
73. he KVM switch OSD Invocation Sequence The hotkey sequence to invoke the OSD can be toggled via hotkey command as well as the local console OSD See page 28 for changing this sequence via the OSD This hotkey sets the invocation sequence for both the Local Console OSD and the Remote OSD To toggle the invocation sequence between Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and Ctrl Ctrl do the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Press the T key After pressing the T key the local console OSD invocation sequence is changed and the text HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED briefly appears on the monitor Hotkey Mode is then exited and you regain normal operation of the KVM switch Port OS Control In addition to choosing the operating system for a connected port via the local console OSD see page 29 for details administrators can set the port operating system via hotkey command To change a port s operating system via hotkey do the following 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Key in Function where Function represents one of the following a F1 Sets the Operating System to Windows b F2 Sets the Operating System to Mac c F3 Sets the Operating System to Sun After pressing one of these keys the operating system will be changed for the selected port and you will exit Hotkey Mode Restore Default Values This Administrator ONLY hotkey restores the KVM switch to its default values See page 29 for details on restoring the KVM de
74. here will be three firmware versions displayed for each device r S3 Firmware Upgrade Utility F Check Firmware Version is checked the utilty compares the device s firmware level with the upgrade files If the device s version is newer the utility lets you decid whether to continue or not If itis not checked the uillity performs the upgrade directly Click Next to begin Device Lst MAIN 001 001 101 001 002 102 061 003 Status Messages Note If you receive a message that a device is not connected to the serial port you may need to restart the computer the firmware upgrade utility is on 8 Highlight the Main firmware version of the desired device and then click Next to begin the upgrade If you checked the Check Firmware Version checkbox 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 version it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel Warning P The firmware Ver 1 0 086 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 086 Nt7_ indevice 101 001 002 Continue the upgrade Yes No A If you didn t check the Check Firmware Version checkbox the utility installs the upgrade files without checking the version numbers As the upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on
75. is not communicating with the KVM and will not record its events This occurs when the Log Server s MAC address and or port number have not been set properly The MAC address and port for the Log Server computer must be entered into the KVM s ANMS settings screen In addition the KVM s IP address and port must be entered when adding it to the Log Server If the port numbers in the ANMS menu and the Log Server do not match the two will not be able to communicate Days This field displays the number of days that the KVM s log events are to be kept in the database before it is eligible for deletion Description This field displays the descriptive information entered for the corresponding KVM switch when it was added to the Log Server The Event Panel The lower panel displays event information for the currently selected KVM switch 201009236 93 2985 indd 55 11 18 2010 4 21 51 PM 8 Specifications Specification Computer Ports B020 U08 19 IP HD18 Female 8 KVM Cable Kit Model P778 Series KVM Cable Kit Connectors KVM Side HD18 Male Computer Side HD15 Male USB A Male 2 PS 2 Male Included Cable Kits P778 006 6ft Cables 2 Port Expansion Daisy chain Daisy chain Ports DB25 Male Daisy chain Cable P772 Series Compatible KVMs for Port Expansion B022 U16 B022 016 Max Number of KVM Levels in an Installation 32 Max Number of Connected Computers 504 Port Selection
76. is setting check the Enabled check box A higher setting will provide more color which may slow down keyboard and mouse response time A lower setting will reduce the amount of information being sent over the network and may improve keyboard and mouse response time Gamma Adjustment If it is necessary to correct the gamma level for the remote video display use the Gamma function in the Video Settings screen Video Auto Sync e Under Basic configuration there are ten preset and four user defined Clicking the Video Auto Sync icon on the control panel will perform levels to choose from Go through the options in the drop down list box a Video Auto Sync This is the same action that is performed when to find a setting that works for you connecting to a remote computer or when clicking the Auto Sync button in the Video Settings screen For greater control clicking the Advanced button brings up the following dialog box Gray Scale Clicking the Gray Scale icon on the control panel will display the remote screen in black and white This is the same action that is performed by checking the Set to grayscale checkbox in the Video Settings screen rere Later rat t x ee ee essen fe e fF a derie o cav omes a Message Board This KVM Switch supports multiple user logins which can possibly give rise to access conflicts To alleviate this problem a message board feature has been provided
77. istrators to Add Edit and Delete User and Administrator accounts Up to 64 accounts can be established with any combination of Administrators and Users The Port Access settings can not be configured using the Web Management Interface and must be configured via the Remote OSD See page 34 for details User Management administrator Username davidmuzinic testuser Password rc Confirm OOOO O O password Description C Admin User C Select Permissions IV Win Client JV Java Applet Configure J Log Reset Add Update Remove Apply e To add a new account fill in the account information and click the Add button The new account shows up in the list e To edit an existing account highlight it in the list and then update the account information that appears on the right side of the page When all information has been updated click on the Update button e To delete an existing account highlight it in the list and click the Remove button When clicking the Remove button you are not asked to confirm whether you want to delete the selected account it is automatically deleted e To clear the account information on the right side of the page without affecting the selected account click the Reset button In addition to clearing all account information this de selects any accounts that were selected prior to clicking the Reset button It s as if you just entered the User Management page fo
78. its IP address assigned next to the corresponding port or by highlighting the desired port and automatically via DHCP server To set the IP address and DNS Server using the or keys on the number pad of the keyboard By default address of the KVM follow these steps all accounts have Full Access to all computers on the installation 1 To have the IP address pulled automatically via DHCP server make e Full Access The user has the ability to both view and perform sure that the Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP option is keyboard mouse operations on the corresponding computer selected e View Only Access The user only has the ability to view the 2 To assign a fixed IP address make sure the Use the following IP corresponding computer s video address Fixed IP option is selected e No Access The user has no access to the corresponding computer 3 Fill in the IP Address Subnet Mask and Default Gateway fields with Network information appropriate to your network The Network screen of the remote OSD allows administrators to set the 4 If you have set the IP address to be pulled via DHCP server you can network parameters for the KVM switch In addition to the JP Address either choose to assign the DNS server address via DHCP as well or Subnet Mask and Default Gateway which can be set using the local assign a fixed DNS server address If you have assigned a fixed IP console OSD the Network screen of the remote OSD allows you
79. ive Directory Schema Snap In 1 Open a Command prompt Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Extend the Object 2 Key in regsvr32 schmmegmt dll to register schmmgmt dll on your Class with the New Attribute computer 1 Open Control Panel gt Administrative Tools gt Active Directory 3 Open the Start menu Click Run and key in mmc a Click OK Schema In the File menu of the screen that appears click Add Remove Snap 2 In the left panel of the screen that comes up select Classes in and ten chee ae In the right panel right click person and select Properties Select the 5 Under Available Standalone Snap ins double click Active Directory General tab of the person Properties screen and fill in the fields Schema click Close and then click OK according to the example 6 On the screen you are in open the File menu and click Save 7 When prompted where to save specify the C Windows system32 directory zix 8 Key in the filename schmmgmt msc General Relationship Atrbutes Default Securty 9 Click Save to complete the procedure Bs ae 1 Open Control Panel gt Administrative Tools gt Active Directory Schema Desorption am 2 Inthe left panel of the screen that comes up right click Attributes Common Name Person 3 Select New gt Attribute 500 010 2566 Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Create a New Attribute e7 5im 8 B em E Console Root r Category
80. le details which settings are available in each interface and whether those settings are accessible to Administrators ordinary Users or both The rest of this chapter goes into these interfaces and their settings in more detail Set Language of OSD GUI Set Ports to Be Displayed in OSDs OSD Hotkey Port ID Display Mode Port ID Display Duration Scan Select Scan Duration X K X XX Xx x Screen Blanker Logout Timeout Beeper Edit Port Names X XK OK OK OK XIX KK Xx Xx Set Port Operating Systems X OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK x Xx Set Port Operating Systems Hotkey Command Mode On Off Hotkey Port ID Display Position Touchpad On Off Reset Station IDs x KX XK xX Set Local Keyboard Language Set Local Console Mode Setup IP Address View Firmware Version Firmware Upgrade Reset Default Values K OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK X OK x Xx x Clear Port Names View Device Name View MAC Address Add Edit and Remove Administrators Users Port Access Full View Only No Access Setup DNS Server Address IP Installer Settings Enabled View Only Disabled Enable and Setup RADIUS and LDAP Servers Log Server Settings MAC Address and Port Settings Enable and Setup IP Address Filters Enable and Setup MAC Address Filte
81. le port in the KVM station after the cur rently selected station Skips to the first accessible port in the entire installation 4 Skips to the first accessible port prior to the currently selected port Initiates an auto scans mome Ey Invokes Panel Array Mode see page 22 for details Ml penno Maem 11 18 2010 4 21 39 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 6 3 Mouse Synchronization When accessing connected computers over IP there are two mouse pointers one for the local computer accessing the KVM and one for the remote computer connected to the KVM When remotely accessing Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware computers connected to the KVM switch a Video Auto Sync is performed i l l o i at which time the local and remote mouse pointers are automatically aligned If these two mouse pointers do not align properly or if the response time is slow and choppy there are a number of methods to get them synced and working properly Before trying any mouse synchronization procedures it is always a good idea to ensure that you go to your Mouse Properties Settings and set them according to the Snap To instructions below The Mouse Properties Settings should be set on the N eee AN Mouse Properties Motion computers attached to the KVM Switch not the computer you are using to T access it Visibility Windows Na E Display pointer trais Note In order for the local and remote mice to synchronize you mus
82. llation will not be able to access the USB peripheral 4 When accessing a USB peripheral on a connected computer it is recommended that you properly eject the device before switching to another computer When switching computers the device is automatically disconnected from the previous computer and connected to the next as if it was manually unplugged from a USB port on one computer and then plugged into the USB port of another computer 6 2 Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to power off the KVM switch follow this procedure 1 Shut down all computers connected to the KVM switch If you are powering off multiple computers in a daisy chain installation shut down all computers connected to each KVM switch you are powering off Note It is necessary to unplug any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function If left on the KVM switch will continue to receive power via these computers 2 Turn off the KVM switch console KVM only and unplug the KVM switch from its power source Power OFF and unplug each additional KVM switch in succession 3 Wait 10 seconds and then plug the KVM switch starting with the first station back into its power source Turn on the power to the KVM switch console KVM only 4 Once the first station KVM switch has ascertained its position in the daisy chain power on and plug in the next KVM switch in the installation Follow this procedure for each additional KVM switch in the installati
83. lly display all ports in the installation that match your search terms To access a port from the list simply double click on it or highlight it and press the Enter key To exit GOTO mode and return to the OSD main page press the Esc key e To search by Name type 1 into the field that appears when the GOTO function is activated a Name field will appear Type in a name to display all accessible ports in the installation that match your entry e To search by Port ID type 2 into the field that appears when the GOTO function is activated a Port ID field will appear Type in a port ID to display all accessible ports in the installation that match your entry 6 4 5 Local Console OSD F5 Skip Function Skip Mode allows connected computers to be accessed using the gt 4 and keys on the keyboard To invoke Skip Mode via the local console OSD click F5 at the top of the OSD or press the F5 key When invoked the KVM displays the screen of the last selected port with a left right triangle symbol next to the port s port ID to signify it is being accessed in Skip Mode The ports accessed in Skip Mode are determined by the Scan Select setting in the F3 Set page of the local console OSD See SCAN SKIP MODE on page 28 for details During Skip Mode normal keyboard and mouse functionality is suspended Keyboard functionality is limited to those keys mentioned in the table below Mouse functionality is suspended altogether
84. m Urers j cn cere 201009236 93 2985 indd 49 DIT Creation The LDAP Data Interchange Format LDIF is used to represent LDAP entries in a simple text format please refer to RFC 2849 The figure illustrates an LDIF file that creates the DIT for the BO20 U08 19 IP directory tree DOA AA AAARANHHHO OAR ANAHUU OOOO OOO AAA AARNE MAMA AAR OS ow on 88 Copyright C 2008 TrippLite 00 All Rights Reserved 82 Author Judy Date November 27 2008 00 Saznmary Define the LDAP schema oe oe OOWWANNANNNN IAGO SNNNNNN ANOO O ODON AWANNANNNNIOONANAANNNA OOOO Gx dewtripphte decim objectclass top objectClass deOtgect objectClass orgietyiors da coeManager de tipplite decom objectclaas top obgertclacs person objertclaes cagenezvionaPereon cn Manager on Manager yr ounUaers dewirg pte dencon oljertelass top objertclass orgenevionaln amp ou Users dex ceesteve ounUsere de tripplite de con objectclazs top oljertelass person objectclass cegenezsionaPerson objectclazs User on steve on clove pemission w p ict taserPassword parsword ou Users The following figure illustrates an LDIF file that defines the OpenLDAP group for the BO20 U08 19 IP Copynght C 2008 TnppLite All Rights Reserved Author Judy Date November 27 2008 Summary Define the LDAP scheme ESEEESEEE objsctelass User cer judy em judy usaPassword password dn enecec
85. mote OSD Administration Tab continued ANMS LDAP S Configuration 4 A warning message appears Click Continue to bring up the Create To allow authentication and authorization via LDAP or LDAPS the active New Attribute dialog box directory s LDAP Schema must be extended so that an extended attribute 5 Fill in the dialog box and click OK name for the KVM permission is added as an optional attribute to the person class Create New Attribute 2j xj Note Authentication refers to the identity verification of the person logging into the KVM switch whereas Authorization refers to the Create a New Attribute Object assigning of device permissions gt dentification In order to configure the LDAP server you will have to complete the amon Name following procedures LDAP Display Namer 1 Install the Windows 2003 Support Tools Jnique X500 Object ID ii ra 2 Install the Active Directory Sch Snap In Or nstall the Active Directory Schema Snap In X pe 3 Extend and Update the Active Directory Schema Each of these procedures is described in the following sections E and Range a Install the Windows 2003 Support Tools Syntax Access Point 1 On the Windows Server open the Support gt Tools folder Minimum 2 In the right panel of the dialog box that comes up double click Vas oe SupTools msi 3 Follow along with the Installation Wizard to complete the procedure Install the Act
86. n is used when you change the position of one of the KVM stations in a daisy chain When you change the position of the STATION IDs station the OSD does not recognize the change and will not automatically update the main menu to display the stations in correct order When this function is used the KVM will scan the entire installation and update the station numbers accordingly The port names of the affected stations will be kept however you will need to manually update all other settings SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS SET QUICK VIEW PORTS etc SET This allows the Administrator to set the operating system for the port to match that of the connected computer To set the operating OPERATING system do the following SYSTEM 1 Highlight the desired port or click on it using the touchpad 2 Press the Spacebar to toggle between four options WIN MAC SUN and OTHER Each port is set to WIN by default 3 You do not need to press the Enter key to save this setting FIRMWARE Note The BO20 U08 19 IP has two sets of firmware one to control IP Access and another to control the KVM s Mainboard Input UPGRADE Output Ports and Keyboard The IP Access firmware must be updated via the Web Management Interface or Remote OSD The KVM Mainboard Input Output Ports and Keyboard firmware must be updated via the local console OSD In order to upgrade the KVM Mainboard Input Output Ports and Keyboard firmware Firmware Upgrade Mode must be invoked via this setting
87. n the Web Management Interface Program This is the port number that must be specified when con and the non browser AP Java Client necting to the KVM via the AP Windows or Java client e Log When selected the corresponding account can access the Log File Me GSlaulhis e000 included in the Web Management Interface HTTP This port number is for a browser login The default is 80 e Configure When selected the corresponding account can access the HTTPS This port number is for a secure browser login The Administrator settings in the Local Console OSD Remote OSD and default is 443 Web Management Interface Note A different value must be set for each access port If there is no User Management Port Access j firewall it doesn t matter what these numbers are set to since they have The Port Access button at the bottom of the User Management Add User and Edit User screens allow port access to be customized for each mech account Although user accounts can be created edited and deleted using Network IP Address and DNS Server both the Web Management Interface and the Remote OSD the only place Both the IP address and DNS Server address can be assigned either Port Access settings can be edited is in the Remote OSD In this page automatically by a DHCP server or given a fixed IP address by an access can be toggled between three access types by clicking on the field administrator By default the KVM is set to have
88. nate DNS server en en ee 201009236 93 2985 indd 34 11 18 2010 4 21 44 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued ANMS The Advanced Network Management Settings ANMS screen box allows you to set up login authorization management from an external source From this screen administrators can set up remote management via RADIUS and or LDAP S and set up the access port and MAC address for the Windows based log server B020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 093 xj Main Configuration Administration mT Enable RADIUS Primary RADIUS Server IP Gh Port 1812 Alternate RADIUS Server IP Port fsz Timeout seconds Ea Retries E Shared Secret at least 6 characters I Enable LDAP Authentication o bD F p PF LAP APS E Enable Authorization LDAP Server IP ea Port es Timeout seconds 10 LDAP Admin DN LDAP Admin Password Search DN Admin Group See m Log Server Settings MAC Address 000000000000 Port 9001 ANMS RADIUS mT Enable RADIUS Primary RADIUS Server IP Port 1612 Alternate RADIUS Server IP EE Port 1812 Timeout seconds b Retries E Shared Secret at least 6 characters To allow authorization through a RADIUS server do the following 1 Check the Enable RADIUS checkbox 2 Fill in the Primary RADIUS Server IP and access Port
89. ng Other Hotkeys e Computer keyboard and mouse reset e Setting the Beeper e Setting the Quick Hotkey chapter Setting the OSD Hotkey The Caps Lock and Scroll Lock keyboard LEDs will blink in e Setting the Port Operating System succession e Restoring the OSD default values e Ordinary keystrokes will be suspended until Hotkey Mode is exited Invoking the Hotkey Mode Hotkey oe 5 a o command is performed or by All hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Mode In order for Hotkey aa E PESCI ea SEYS Mode to work it must be activated in the KVM s OSD see page 28 for Port ID Numbering details on OSD hotkey activation By default Hotkey Mode is enabled e Each CPU port in an installation is assigned a unique Port ID The Port There are two sequences that can be used to invoke Hotkey Mode both of ID is made up of two parts a Station Number and a Port Number which are explained below You can toggle between these two sequences using the OSD See page 28 for details on switching the Hotkey Mode invocation sequence The Num Lock and Minus keys are the default invocation keys The Station Number is a two digit number that identifies the switch s position in the daisy chain installation This corresponds to the number displayed on the Station ID LED e The Port Number is a two digit number which identifies the port number of the KVM switch that the computer is connected to 201009236 93 2985 indd 15 11 18
90. ng to connect A maximum of 100 IP filters and 100 MAC filters are allowed 6020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 093 xi Main Configuration Administration f User Station Filters TIP Filter Enable tele Remove Edit exclude J MAC Filter Enable Add Remove Edit include Default web page name 4 g include exdude 201009236 93 2985 indd 40 If any filters have been configured they appear in the P filter and or MAC filter list boxes To remove a filter from the list simply click on it and hit the corresponding Remove button Note When clicking the Remove button you are not prompted to confirm the removal of the filter it is automatically removed To edit a filter simply click on it and hit the corresponding Edit button Adding Editing a Filter 1 Check the ZP Filter Enable or MAC Filter Enable checkbox 2 Click on the corresponding Add button or highlight the desired filter and click on the corresponding Edit button The P Filter or MAC Filter entry box appears 3 IP filters contain From and To address fields which allow you to filter a range of IP addresses If you only want to filter a single IP address just enter the same address into both the From and To fields MAC filters only allow you to filter one MAC address at a time If you are adding a new filter simply fill in the address fields and click OK If you are editing an existing filter replace the old
91. nt Computers not running Windows can use the AP Java Client located on the 4 A prompt appears asking you to enter your username and password CD to provide non browser access to the KVM switch If accessing the KVM for the first time enter in the username administrator and the password password For security purposes it is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique Note The AP Java Client requires that the Java Runtime Environment JRE be installed on your computer The JRE is available for free download from the Java web site http java com 1 Save the AP Java Client from the CD to a desired location on your x computer 2 Double click on the file you just saved If this is the first time that Username you are running the utility a dialog box appears requesting you to input your serial number The serial number can be found on the CD Password that comes with the B020 U08 19 IP Key in the serial number 5 characters per box then click OK Remember password Sciial Number I Seria Number 5 When you have entered your username and password the screen of the first connected computer on the installation that you have access to is displayed as well as the Remote OSD 3 Upon entering the serial number the AP Java Client connect prompt appears asking you to enter in the ZP address and Port of the KVM you wish to connect to Enter in this info
92. nterface OSD and toolbars provide convenient user friendly operation e 3 level security Admin User and Select up to 64 accounts can be created e Panel Array Mode remotely monitor multiple ports at the same time e Message board feature allows users who are logged in at the same time to communicate with each other and manage port access e CD includes a Windows based log server that records events on the installation and writes them to a searchable database e Advanced encryption technologies 512 bit RSA 256 bit AES 56 bit DES 168 bit 3DES 128 bit RC4 and 128 bit SSL e Supports RADIUS and LDAP S authentication e Flash firmware upgradable via network and included firmware upgrade cable e Network interfaces TCP IP HTTP HTTPS RADIUS DHCP SSL ARP DNS 10Base T 100Base TX Auto Sense and Ping e Supports video resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 75Hz built in monitor and 1600 x 1200 60Hz remote console 4 3 3 Remote Console e For best results computers that remotely access the KVM switch should have at least a Pentium III 1 GHz processor e Users who want to access the KVM switch with the Windows Client must have DirectX 7 0 or higher installed e If you don t already have it DirectX is available for free download from Microsoft s Website http www microsoft com downloads e Users who want to access the KVM switch with the Java Client must have Sun s Java 2 1 4 2 or higher runtime environment
93. ock Port ID Display Position 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 Accessible Ports F Full for all users on all ports Beeper Y Activated IP Address Obtain Automatically DHCP IP Installer Enabled Working Mode Enable ICMP Enable Device List Enable Browser and Enable Multiuser Mouse Sync Mode Manual Use of the Scroll Lock key requires the Fn key to be held down 201009236 93 2985 indd 56 11 18 2010 4 21 51 PM 8 2 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard The emulation mappings are listed in the table PC Keyboard 8 Specifications continued Mac Keyboard Sun Keyboard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Ctrl key is used in conjunction with other keys The corresponding functions are shown in the table 201009236 93 2985 indd 57 Shift Shift PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again wr Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo pa Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl 2 D
94. ode Alt F a full screen or as a window on the iocalcomp ter Enable refresh Refresh every fi 0 secs The table describes the actions that are found in the Hotkey Setup screen Adjust video Alt V Displays the Video Settings screen Color depth control ee Toggle OSD Alt 0 aig the remote control panel on Enabled A J High Low Toggles the mouse pointer of the local computer on and off so that only the mouse pointer of the remote computer is displayed Toggle pointer display Alt P Aligns the local and remote mouse Adjust mouse Alt M pointers Although all other keyboard input is captured and sent to the remote computer the Alt Tab and Ctrl Alt Del commands are still sent to your local computer In order to use these commands on the Substitute Alt key F12 remote system another key must be substituted for the Alt key If you substitute the F12 key for example you would use F12 Tab and Ctrl F12 Del Note By default the substitute Alt key is F12 Disconnects and exits the remote session Cancel Exit remote view Alt E 201009236 93 2985 indd 23 11 18 2010 4 21 40 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 6 6 Remote Control Panel continued The table describes each of the settings in the Video Settings screen Setting Description Screen Position Adjust the horizontal an
95. on 5 Once all KVM switches in the installation have been powered back ON turn on the power to all connected computers 6 3 Local Console Login When accessing the console KVM switch for the first time a prompt F GOTO F2 SET will appear asking for a username and password The default username F2 LIST F4ADM ADMINISTRATOR STALL is administrator and the default password is password For security purposes it is strongly recommended that you change the username and password on this account to something unique Once the KVM has been set up and user accounts have been created the login prompt will only appear when a user logs out of the KVM When you have entered your username and password the OSD will appear with the following page displayed Note When using the Scroll Lock Scroll Lock OSD invocation sequence you must hold down the Fn key as the Scroll Lock key is part of the Num Lock key Note 1 The diagram depicts the Administrator s Main Screen The User Main Screen does not have the F4 and F6 functions since they can t be accessed by ordinary Users and are reserved for the Administrator 2 OSD always starts in List view with the highlight bar at the same position it was when the OSD was last closed 3 Only the ports that have been set accessible by the Administrator for the currently logged in User are visible 4 If the port list is collapsed into stations simply click on the plus sign next to the desire
96. on the Web Management Interface V Gives the corresponding account view only access to all ports on the KVM switch 201009236 93 2985 indd 47 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 4 ANMS continued Access rights examples are given in the table Access Rights String Description 10 0 0 166 amp w v The corresponding account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 166 via the Windows browser and non browser applications but only has view only access to the connected computers The corresponding account does not have access to any other KVMs administered by the LDAP S server 10 0 0 164 amp c 10 0 0 166 amp w j The corresponding account has admin istrator access to the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 164 The correspond ing account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 166 via the Windows and Java browser and non browser applications The corre sponding account does not have access to any other KVMs administered by the LDAP S server The corresponding account has view only and log server access rights on all KVMs administered by the LDAP S server The corresponding account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 164 via the Java browser and non browser applications V 1 10 0 0 164 amp j 7 Click OK When you return to the attribute editor page the permission entry now reflects the new permissions SEEK J5 Atase Rr Socai
97. on the installation that you have access to is displayed as well as the Remote OSD Note The Java applet requires that the Java Runtime Environment JRE be installed on your computer The JRE is available for free download from the Java web site http java com distant 6 E E Crowd even Eyan Awan waco E oao Poor Sooo Ban Fa Beoeo asro coz e oP sam 201009236 93 2985 indd 19 11 18 2010 4 21 38 PM 6 KVM Operation continued 6 6 1 Port Access via Remote OSD The remote OSD displays the ports and KVM stations in the installation in a tree format KVM stations are displayed with a sign next to them which when clicked will display or hide the ports on that KVM To access a port in the installation you can double click on the desired port or use the 4 and Ww keys to highlight it and hit the Enter key 6 6 2 Port Access via Remote OSD Toolbar In addition to the remote OSD a remote OSD toolbar is provided for greater control of the connected ports The remote OSD toolbar contains icons that when clicked allow you to quickly switch between ports start an auto scan or invoke panel array mode e To open the remote OSD toolbar hit the Scroll Lock key twice The OSD hotkey can be changed from Scroll Lock to Ctrl in the Configuration page of the remote OSD see page 32 for details e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened ordinary keyboard and mouse functionality i
98. on while Broadcast Mode is in effect You must exit Broadcast Mode in order to regain control of the mouse To exit Broadcast Mode invoke the OSD with the OSD hotkey and then click F6 at the top of the OSD or press the F6 key 6 4 7 Local Console OSD F7 Auto Scan Function Auto Scan Mode allows connected computers to be accessed automatically at set time intervals To invoke Auto Scan Mode via the local console OSD click F7 at the top of the OSD or press the F7 key When invoked the KVM begins scanning according to the Scan Select and Scan Duration settings in the F3 Set page of the local console OSD see page 28 for details During an auto scan normal keyboard and mouse functionality is suspended Keyboard functionality is limited to the Spacebar key exits auto scan at the currently selected port Esc key exits auto scan at the currently selected port and the P key pauses auto scan at the currently selected port Mouse functionality is suspended altogether 6 4 8 Local Console OSD F8 Logout Function To logout of the KVM switch click on the F8 at the top of the page or press the F8 key You will be prompted to confirm that you wish to logout Press the Y key if yes or the N key if no When logged out the username and password screen will appear requiring a username and password to be entered to access the KVM 6 4 9 Local Console Pushbuttons In addition to using the local console OSD to access connected computers
99. ort Name alone or the Port Number plus the Port Name The default is the Port Number plus the Port Name ID Duration Determines whether the Port ID displays on the monitor for 3 seconds or if it is turned off By default it is set to display for 3 seconds Scan Select Selects which computers will be accessed under Auto Scan and Skip Modes ALL All ports that are accessible to the logged on user POWERED ON Ports that are both accessible to the logged on user and are powered ON QUICK VIEW Ports that are set as Quick View ports see page 42 for details on Quick View ports by an administrator QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Ports that are both set as Quick View ports by an administrator and are powered ON The default is ALL Scan Duration Determines how much time is spent on each port during an Auto Scan Key in a value from 0 255 seconds The default is 5 seconds a setting of O disables the Scan function Screen 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 min Blanker utes A setting of O disables this function The default is 0 disabled Logout If there is no user input for the amount of time set with this function the user is automatically logged out A login is necessary before the Timeout KVM switch can be accessed again Enter a value from 0 180 minutes A setting of 0 disables this function It is disabled 0 by default Bee
100. ow 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 Tf an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of 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 Consideration should be given to the connection of equipment to the supply circuit and what effect overloading the supply circuit might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a Tripp Lite Surge Suppressor Line Conditioner or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully be sure that nothing rests on any cables When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power supplies observe the following guidelines e Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply e Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply e Ifthe system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies 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 o
101. ower OFF all computers that are being connected to the KVM switch B Using a P772 Series Daisy Chain Cable sold separately connect the Chain Out port on the back of the first stage KVM to the Chain In port on the back of the next stage KVM The distance between any two KVM switches in a daisy chain must not exceed 49 ft 15 m The distance between the first KVM switch and the last KVM switch in a daisy chain must not exceed 328 ft 100 m regardless of the number of KVM switches in the entire chain El Repeat step 2 for each additional KVM switch you wish to add to the installation with a maximum of 32 levels El Connect a P778 Series USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kit between an available KVM port and a computer server P778 Series Cable Kits allow you to connect to a computer with either USB or PS 2 keyboard mouse ports without the need for separate cables Note The distance between the KVM and the connected computer must not exceed 33 ft 10 m E Repeat step 4 for each additional computer server you wish to add to the installation O Connect the included power cord to the C14 jack on the back of the first stage unit and then plug it into a Tripp Lite Surge Suppressor PDU or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS Turn on the first stage KVM switch The Station ID on the KVM s keyboard panel will display 01 Connect the external power supply included with the next stage KVM switch and plug it into a Tripp Lite Surge Suppressor PDU
102. owing figure illustrates an LDIF file that defines the OpenLDAP group for the B020 U08 19 IP Copynght C 2008 TnppLite All Rughts Reserved Author Judy Date November 27 2008 Summary Define the LDAP schema EEEEESSEE dn enmpadyl ou U sere dewtrpphits fe com objsctclase top objsctelass person obj ctelass orgerarationalP esson objsctelass User ee pudy sa pudyl usaPassword password dn enweec dewtnpplite dewcom objsctClass groupOfN ames emoce nenber camjudyl cn users dewtnpplite do com dn cnmdbb destnpplie dewcom objrctClass groupOmN anes en bbb menber cnmcce dewtappite decom dex erase dewtapplite dewcom objectClass groupOfN anes or ana menber cambbdd dewtappite descon 11 18 2010 4 21 47 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued Using the New Schema To use the new schema do the following 1 Save the new schema file e g B020 U08 19 IP schema in the OpenLDAP schemal directory 2 Add the new schema to the slapd conf file as shown in the figure ucdate path fuedata include Jechema core echema include Jschema cosine schema include Jechema inetorgperson schema include echema openidap schema include Jechema schema Define global ACLs to disable default read acccess access to dn children ou Users de tripplite de com by dn cn Manager de tnpplite de com write by self read by anonymous auth by none
103. owser applications Gives the corresponding account access to the log server on the Web Management Interface Gives the corresponding account view only access to all ports on the KVM switch 201009236 93 2985 indd 37 11 18 2010 4 21 46 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued Access rights examples are given in the table Access Rights String Description 10 0 0 166 amp w v The corresponding account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 166 via the Windows browser and non browser applications but only has view only access to the connected computers The corresponding account does not have access to any other KVMs administered by the LDAP S server 10 0 0 164 amp c 10 0 0 166 amp w j The corresponding account has administrator access to the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 164 The corresponding account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 166 via the Windows and Java browser and non browser applications The corresponding account does not have access to any other KVMs administered by the LDAP S server v 1 10 0 0 1648j The corresponding account has view only and log server access rights on all KVMs administered by the LDAP S server The corresponding account can access the KVM assigned to IP address 10 0 0 164 via the Java browser and non browser applications 7 Click OK When you return to the attribute editor pag
104. p Station 01 Clicking the Attributes button in the I O panel brings up a dialog box that allows you to set the port operating systems and Quick View ports These settings can only be edited in the Local Console OSD or the Remote OSD You will not be able to edit them in the Web Management Interface The port numbers are listed in the column on the left and the port attributes are shown to the right 7 3 Web Management Interface When logging into the KVM switch via web browser you are first taken to the Web Management Interface with the General Information page displayed In addition to providing Windows Client and Java Applet applications used in accessing the connected computers the Web Management Interface allows administrators to configure the KVM switch view the log file and manage user accounts This chapter discusses the different sections found in the interface and how you can use them to manage the KVM switch 201009236 93 2985 indd 42 The first column to the right of the port numbers specifies the operating system of the computer connected to the corresponding port Click on this field to toggle between PC Mac1 Mac2 and Sun The default is PC Note If your Mac computer does not respond properly when Macl1 is selected you should set it to Mac2 The next column shows whether the corresponding port is a Quick View port The default is Disable QV To toggle Quick View status ON OFF simply click on this
105. p Lite Customers and Recyclers European Union Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive and implementing regulations when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to e Send old equipment for recycling on a one for one like for like basis this varies depending on the country e Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste Warning Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air oxygen or nitrous oxide Tripp Lite follows a policy of continuous improvement Product specifications are subject to change without notice 201009236 93 2985 indd 58 11 18 2010 4 21 52 PM TRIPP LITE 1111 W 35th Street Chicago IL 60609 USA www tripplite com support 201009236 93 2985 indd 59 11 18 2010 4 21 52 PM 201009236 93 2985
106. pacebar key Note 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 Skip Mode Skip Mode allows connected computers to be accessed using the gt 4 and keys on the keyboard This manual version of Auto Scan Mode lets you dwell on a particular port for as long as you like To invoke Skip Mode follow these steps 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode 2 Press the gt 4 or b key 3 After pressing one of the arrow keys you automatically exit Hotkey Mode and enter Skip Mode When in Skip Mode you can switch ports as follows The key skips from the current port to the first accessible port prior to it The gt key skips from the current port to the first accessible port after it The key skips from the current port to the last accessible port of the previous station e The key skips from the current port to the first accessible port of the next station 4 To exit Skip Mode press the Esc key Note 1 While Skip Mode is in effect you can keep on skipping through ports until you exit 2 During Skip Mode 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 201009236 93
107. per Toggles the beeper sound ON OFF 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab This Administrator only page allows administrators to configure the settings of the KVM switch When clicked on the Administration tab B020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 093 x Main Configuration Administration appears with the General Settings screen displayed On the left of this screen are icons that can be clicked on to display various administrative Device Name B020 u08 19 1P settings These icons and the settings they provide access to are described EA oe esros in the sections that follow a Firmware Version 1 0 093 201009236 93 2985 indd 32 11 18 2010 4 21 43 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued General Information s User Management Editor xj The General Information screen displays the Device Name MAC Address and Firmware Version of the KVM switch The Device Name can be User Info customized by an administrator but defaults at the KVM model name The Firmware Version displayed is that of the IP Access firmware See Username SAES page 41 for details on Firmware Upgrade Password eseese ts User Management Confirm Password PPFPPFP The User Management screen allows administrators to Add Edit and ee Delete User and Administrator accounts Up to 64 accounts can be pista administrator established with any combination of Administrators and Users
108. r ee ee Se phere artes OO e re tae Pet hee eaten S_ J om __ 8 After entering in the desired KVM permission attribute value click Apply to save the change and complete the procedure 9 Repeat these steps for any other users you wish to assign KVM permissions to 201009236 93 2985 indd 48 OpenLDAP Server OpenLDAP is an open source LDAP server designed for UNIX platforms A Windows version can be downloaded from http download bergmans us openldap openldap 2 2 29 openldap 2 2 29 db 4 3 29 openssl 9 8awin32_Setup exe OpenLDAP Server Installation After downloading the program launch the installer select your language accept the license and choose the target installation directory The default directory is c Program Files OpenLDAP When the Select Components dialog box appears select install BDB tools and install OpenLDAP slapd as NT service options Insert the Setup OpenLDAP screenshot here OpenLDAP Server Configuration The main OpenLDAP configuration file slapd conf has to be customized before launching the server The modifications to the configuration file will do the following e Specify the unicode data directory The default is ucdata e Choose the required LDAP schemas The core schema is mandatory e Configure the path for the OpenLDAP pid and args start up files The first contains the server pid the second includes command line arguments e Choose the database type The de
109. r electrical shock Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 201009236 93 2985 indd 7 ZN e Ifthe 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 e Liquid has been spilled into the device e The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged e 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 e 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 repair e Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air oxygen or nitrous oxide Rack Mounting Safety Instructions The ambient operating temperature in the rack may be an issue and is dependent upon the rack load and ventilation When installing in a closed or multi unit rack assembly make sure that the tempera
110. r the first time e When you are done adding updating or removing information from the User Management page click the Apply button to apply your changes 201009236 93 2985 indd 50 3 Restart the LDAP server 4 Write the LDIF file and create the database entries in init dif with the Idapadd command as shown in the following example dapadd f init ldif x D cn Manager dc tripplite dc com w secret Log Server Settings Also included in the ANMS screen are settings that are required for the Windows based log server MAC Address and Port If these settings are not entered correctly the log server will not be able to communicate with and pull log information from the KVM switch e MAC Address Enter the MAC address of the computer that the Windows based log server was installed on here e Port Enter the firewall access port being used to communicate with the Windows based log server here The table describes the account information fields and settings that are found in the User Management page Setting Description Username Enter the account username here A minimum of 6 anda maximum of 16 characters are allowed Password Enter the account password here A minimum of 6 anda maximum of 16 characters are allowed Confirm Re enter the account password here If the two entries do Password not match you will be prompted to re type the password Description Additional information abo
111. rmation and click the Connect button Note The default port number assigned to the KVM is 9000 ecydeEin Dec E 1 Server 192 168 0 60 Port 9000 m distant 6 ZB gt C oea Geon Eyan Aeon eoan How Zosen Sooo Ban Fam Beoeo asro coz e oP sain 6 6 Web Browser and Non Browser Remote Port Access When accessing the KVM switch over IP the connected computers can be accessed using either Windows or Java applications Regardless of which application you use or whether you log in via browser or AP client operation of the KVM switch is the same the only difference is in how you login and connect to the KVM When logging in via the AP Windows and Java clients you are brought directly to the connected computers and the Remote OSD is displayed When logging in via web browser you are brought to a KVM management web interface which includes Windows Client and Java Applet applications for accessing the connected a an computers Those who login using Internet Explorer will be able to access both the Windows Client and Java Applet whereas users who login using another browser only have access to the Java Applet Once logged into the web interface via browser click on the Windows Client or Java Applet icon to open the applications and access the connected computers The same as with the AP clients once the Windows Client and Java Applet are opened the screen of the first connected computer
112. rs Set a Default Web Page Name X X OK OK OK OK OK OK OK x lt Login Failure Settings Enable Disable ICMP Browser Device List Multiuser and Force All to Grayscale K X OK OK OK OK x Mouse Sync Mode Automatic Manual mK X lt OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK OK LK OK OK OK lt gt KX Backup and Restore System Configuration and User Accounts 201009236 93 2985 indd 26 11 18 2010 4 21 41 PM 7 Administration continued 7 1 Local Console OSD Upon logging into the Local Console OSD the main page appears see F4 GOTO FSET figure Administrators have access to all features in the OSD whereas F2 L8T F4ADM Users have access to everything except the F4 Admin page and the F6 Broadcast BRC function The Local Console OSD administrative settings SN PN are described in the following section apc comes ABC COMP2 ABC COMP WEB SERVER i WEB SERVER 2 FAX SERVER i FAX SERVER 2 MAILSERVER i 7 1 1 Local Console OSD F2 LIST Function This function lets you tailor the list of ports the OSD will display on the Main Screen The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table Note The ports that are displayed in the OSD main screen are the only ports that will be affected under Broadcast Mode See page 15 for details on Broadcast Mode Setting Description ALL Lists all of the ports on the ins
113. rs using the PS 2 connectors of a P778 Series Cable Kit the Mouse Sync Mode setting must be set to Manual in order to access the computer over IP If Mouse Sync Mode is set to Automatic you will not have mouse functionality when accessing that computer over IP This setting is set to Manual by default See page 51 for details on changing this setting via the Web Management Interface or page 41 to change it via the Remote OSD 11 18 2010 4 21 34 PM 5 Installation continued 5 8 Multi Stage Daisy chain Installation The number of connected computers can be increased by daisy chaining additional B022 016 or B022 U16 KVM Switches Up to 504 computers can be connected by daisy chaining an additional 31 KVM switches off of the first stage unit P Ee CHAIN OUT gE tem lt C gt lt C gt lt gt gt D gt ED D gt D gt B020 U08 19 IP CHAIN OUT Sp Esp ES UESp ap gt gt aap a EDP Ep Esp Esp Ea Esp Ep Ep Esp BO22 016 or Bo22 U16 ee et Ae P CHAIN OUT Sp E e Esp gt E Esp on ED Sp Sp Esp Esp Esp gt gt p BO22 016 or BO22 U16 4 i i i i i i i i I I if I l i y Ke SS TO NEXT A a STATION B EN 5 9 Network Setup IP Address Configuration El P
114. rver option will pull up a dialog box that gives you the version number of the Log Server The Log Server Main Screen The Log Server Main Screen is divided into two main panels an upper List panel that displays all of the KVM switches that have been added to the Log Server and a lower Event panel that displays the log events for the currently selected KVM To select a KVM from the list simply click on it 11 18 2010 4 21 51 PM 7 Administration continued 7 4 Log Server continued The List Panel The List panel contains the following fields Field Description Recording Determines whether the Log Server records log events for the corresponding KVM switch If this checkbox is checked the field displays Recording and log events are recorded If this checkbox is not checked the field displays Paused and log events are not recorded for the corresponding KVM Note Even if a KVM is not currently selected if its Recording checkbox is checked the Log Server will still record its log events Address This is the IP address or DNS name that was given to the KVM switch when it was added to the Log Server Port This is the port number that was assigned to the KVM switch when it was added to the Log Server Connection If the Log Server is connected to the corresponding KVM switch this field displays Connected If it is not connected this field displays Waiting A connection status of Waiting means that the Log Server
115. s type VALUES in a Y and hit the Enter key If no press the Esc key to go back to the previous menu CLEAR THE This function allows the Administrator to clear all of the port names that have been entered As with the RESTORE DEFAULT NAME LIST VALUES you will be prompted upon accessing this function If you wish to clear the name list type in a Y and hit the Enter key If not press the Esc key to go back to the previous menu ACTIVATE Turns the beeper sound ON or OFF Type in Y to turn the Beeper sound on or N to turn it off You do not need to hit the Enter key BEEPER after typing in Y or N the change will be made automatically SET QUICK Administrators can use this function to mark ports as Quick View ports This provides a way to customize which ports are displayed in VIEW PORTS the OSD main menu and which are accessible in Auto Scan and Skip Modes To set ports as Quick View ports do the following 1 Highlight the desired port and hit the Enter key or click on it using the touchpad 2 Press the Spacebar to toggle Quick View status ON OFF An icon will appear in the QV column next to the selected port when Quick View status is turned on Once Quick View ports are set the OSD main page can be set up to display only Quick View ports or only Quick View ports that are powered ON Administrators can also set it up so that only Quick View ports or powered on Quick View ports are accessible in Auto Scan or Skip Modes RESET This functio
116. s and or user profile information currently stored on the KVM and replace it with that from a backup file do the following 1 In the Password field key in the password that you entered when creating the backup file Click the Browse button navigate to the backup file and select it After selecting the backup file click the Restore button After the file is restored a message appears to inform you that the procedure succeeded A maximum of 512 events are kept in this log file New events are recorded and placed at the bottom of the list whereas older events are placed at the top of the list When a new event is recorded after there are already 512 events in the log file the oldest record is discarded to make room for the new one To clear the log file click on the Clear Log icon in the lower right corner of the screen 11 18 2010 4 21 50 PM 7 Administration continued 7 4 Log Server The Windows based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all the events that take place on selected B020 U08 19 IP units and writes them to a searchable database This chapter describes how to install and configure the Log Server Note The Log Server requires the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4 0 driver in order to function properly To install the Log Server do the following 1 From the computer that you want to use to host the Log Server open the CD that came with the KVM switch and open the Log Server Installer file If any s
117. s suspended The mouse functionality will be limited to the remote OSD toolbar only The keyboard functionality will be limited to the hotkey commands mentioned below and the Ctrl Alt Delete command for the local computer Pressing the Esc key will close the remote OSD toolbar e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened you can hit the Scroll Lock key once more to open the remote OSD When the OSD toolbar is not opened hitting the Scroll Lock key three times will open the remote OSD e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened pressing the key will skip to the first accessible port prior to the currently selected port e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened pressing the gt key will skip to the first accessible port after the currently selected port e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened pressing the 4 key will skip to the first accessible port in the entire installation e When the remote OSD toolbar is opened pressing the key will skip to the last accessible port in the entire installation 201009236 93 2985 indd 20 B020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 091 x Main Configuration Administration All sh 01 08 01 02 01 03 01 04 01 05 01 06 01 07 o 01 08 This table describes the icons in the remote OSD toolbar icon Description a Skips to the last accessible port in the KVM station prior to the currently selected station v Skips to the first accessib
118. shad owed and this icon displays next to the occupying user s name in the User List of all other users message boards boards Occupy Release Keyboard Mouse When you occupy the KM other users can see the remote video but they cannot input keyboard or mouse data When enabled the button is shadowed and this icon displays next to the occupying user s name in the User List of all users message Show Hide User List This button will hide or display the user list panel on the right of the message board This icon is only located in the Win dows message board The Java message board has arrows next to the user list panel that can be clicked on to show hide the panel User List Panel e The names of all the logged in users appear in the User List panel Select the names of the users that you want to send a message to or simply select the All users option to send a message to all users e If a user has chosen to Disable Chat its icon displays before the user s name to indicate so e If a user has occupied the KVM or the KM the corresponding icon displays before the user s name Compose Panel Type your message into this panel Click Send or press Enter to post the message to the board Note You must select the user from the user list that you want to send the message to To send a message to all users simply click All Users in the user list Message Display Panel Messages that users post to the
119. sign an IP address to the KVM KVM Switches it finds in the device list If your device does not show Note The IP Installer Settings section located in the Network page of the up in the list somber Enumerate button fo refresh the device list If KVM s web management interface must be enabled in order to use the IP MOr than one B020 U08 19 IP shows up in the list locate the desired Installer to assign an IP address See page 43 for details This setting is device using the Mac address located og the bottom of the console enabled by default KVM Once you have located your device in the list highlight it 1 Save the JP Installer exe file from the CD to a desired location on a 4 From here you can choose between the following two options Obtain computer that is on the same network as the B020 U08 19 IP an IP address automatically DHCP or Specify an IP address If you choose to assign your own address fill in the IP Address Subnet Mask 2 Locate the IP Installer exe file that you just saved and double click on and Gateway fields with information appropriate to your network Click it A screen similar to the one below will appear on the Set IP button to apply the new network settings to the selected ef Network Device IP Installer KVM switch Device List 5 After the new IP address shows up in the device list click the Exit but Model Name MAC Address IP Address ton to exit the JP Installer B051 000 00 06 67 00 00 00 172 18 12 30 Network Adapt
120. slapd the OpenLDAP Server executable file from the command line slapd supports a number of command line options the most important option is the d switch that triggers debug information For example a command of slapd d 256 would start OpenLDAP with a debug level of 256 as shown in the following screenshot Note For details about slapd options and their meanings refer to the OpenLDAP documentation DiProgram Fles Opent DAP sland 256 main new gedug levei tx 256 mair new conng me is sapa cont GU SOPONLDAP slapd 2 2 29 Oct 21 2005 16 09 14 TRA ODONGSD 2 2 29 erver seeps Customizing the OpenLDAP Schema The schema that slapd uses may be extended to support additional syntaxes matching rules attribute types and object classes In the case of the BO20 U08 19 IP the User class and the permission attribute are extended to define a new schema The extended schema file used to authenticate and authorize users logging in to the KVM switch is shown in the following figure Coppa C 2008 TappLite AS Ragas Beverves Ade NA Date November 27 3002 Saranay Define the LDAP Aam grrr TRIPPLITE OWN 1 T6 24 27817 beee 13 6241 2131713422 NAME permasnon HQUALITY satelgnore Match SUBSTE curar Sherer Mah SYNTAX LIELA 1 1666 11S 32115 SRIGLE VALUEY eeyrcidass L36 LA LTT LIA NAME User SUP opatanana ereon STRUCTURAL MAY permsace S woes Cortiinetive LDAP Data Stucture An LDAP directory
121. t checkbox in the Customization screen is checked This checkbox Access Ports should automatically be checked anytime network settings have been If a firewall is being used these fields allow administrators to specify port changed numbers that the firewall will allow The firewall must be set to allow 7 Exit the remote session and logout of the KVM switch Upon logging access to these ports If an invalid port number or no port number is out of the KVM a prompt will appear stating the KVM will be reset specified in the firewall the KVM switch will not be found An Upon completion of the KVM reset the new network settings will be explanation of the ports you can set via this page is given in the table saved Port Description Program This is the port number that must be specified when connecting to the KVM via the AP Windows or Java Cient The default is 9000 HTTP This port number is for a browser login The default is 80 HTTPS This port number is for a secure browser login The default is 443 Note A different value must be set for each access port If there is no firewall it doesn t matter what these numbers are set to since they have no effect 201009236 93 2985 indd 43 11 18 2010 4 21 48 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 2 Network continued IP Installer Settings An IP Installer utility is provided on the CD that comes with the KVM switch which gives you a simple way to ascertain and
122. t use l the generic mouse driver supplied with your Windows operating system If you have a third party driver installed such as one supplied by the mouse X Z LY Hide pointer while typing manufacturer you must remove it _ Show location of pointer when press the CTRL key Windows 2000 1 Open the Mouse Properties dialog box Control Panel gt Mouse gt Mouse Properties Click the Motion tab Set the mouse speed to the middle position 6 units in from the left Windows ME Set the mouse acceleration to None e Set the mouse speed to the middle position and disable mouse zjx acceleration Click the Advanced button to get the dialog box for this Buttons Pointers Motion Har aal Windows NT Windows 98 Windows 95 e Set the mouse speed to the slowest position Sun Linux Open a terminal session and issue the following command Sun xset m 1 Linux xset m 0 Mouse Synchronization Procedures If you are having syncing problems after adjusting the mouse properties of Adjust how much your pointer accelerates as h E you move it faster the connected computer try the following methods to help synchronize the local and remote mouse pointers Cc C Low C Medium C High er P a Hond Note Mouse synchronization may require several seconds to take effect m Snap to default Wait for 15 to 30 seconds to ensure that the mouse has had enough time to syne ma I Move pointer to the
123. tallation that are accessible to the logged on user whether they are powered ON or not POWERED ON Lists all of the ports on the installation that are both accessible to the logged on user and powered ON QVIEW Lists all of the ports on the installation that are set as Quick View ports by an administrator See page 29 for details on Quick View ports QVIEW POWERED ON Lists all of the ports on the installation that are both set as Quick View ports by an administrator and are powered ON 7 1 2 Local Console OSD F3 Settings SET Page This function allows each User and Administrator to set up their working environment A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username and password provided during login To change a setting 1 Double click on it or highlight it and press the Enter key 2 After you select an item a submenu with more choices will appear To make a selection double click on a choice or highlight it and press the Enter key 201009236 93 2985 indd 27 11 18 2010 4 21 41 PM 7 Administration continued 7 1 2 Local Console OSD F3 Settings SET Page continued The settings in the F3 SET page are explained in the following table Setting Description OSD HOTKEY Select the hotkey sequence that invokes the OSD both Local Console OSD and Remote OSD Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl This is set to Scroll Lock Scroll Lock by default PORT ID DISPLAY POSITIO
124. tch via web browser If browser access is not enabled users must use either the AP Windows or Java clients to access the switch The default is Enabled When enabled more than one user can log into the B020 U08 19 IP at the same time The default is Enabled Note This does not allow multiple users to simulta neously access different ports on the KVM switch it only allows multiple users to login at the same time When logged in at the same time the first user to access the KVM switch will have control of the selected port and all other users will be able to view that port Enable Multiuser Customization Mouse Sync Mode Determines how the local and remote mouse pointer movement becomes synchronized Note In order to be able to remotely access computers connected to the KVM via the PS 2 connectors on the KVM cable kit this setting must be set to Manual It is set to Manual by default Selecting Automatic provides automatic syncing of the local and remote mouse pointers eliminating the need to constantly re sync the two movements manually If Automatic syncing isn t able to keep the pointers in sync selecting Manual provides you with a number of methods to bring them back into sync See page 21 for details on mouse synchronization 11 18 2010 4 21 48 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued Customization I O Setting 1 0 Module Attributes x am
125. the Enter key The settings in the F4 ADM page are explained in the following table Setting Description SET IP This page allows administrators to set the network settings for the BO20 U08 19 IP ADDRESS DHCP The first field allows you to enable or disable DHCP When enabled the KVM is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server This setting is enabled by default To disable the DHCP setting and set up a fixed IP address press the Spacebar key Once the DHCP is disabled you will be allowed to edit the remaining fields in the SET IP ADDRESS page In the remaining fields enter in the P Address Subnet Mask and Default Gateway you want to assign to the KVM switch When these fields have been populated press the Esc key to exit and pull up a prompt asking if you wish to save the settings you just entered If you do not wish to save the settings press the N key If you do wish to save the settings press the Y key Upon pressing the Y key the settings will be saved and the KVM will be reset Note This page only allows you to set a fixed IP address or enable IP address assignment via DHCP server It does not allow you to set the HTTP HTTPS and Program access ports assign a DNS server address or edit the IP Installer settings To set ports and assign a DNS server address you can use the Web Management Interface or Remote OSD To edit the IP Installer settings you must use the Web Management Interface SET L
126. the Progress bar Note Each of the three firmware files for the KVM will be upgraded in succession 1 After the upgrade has completed a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful 23 Firmware Upgrade Utility Device List gt Loading amp testing files gt Loading amp testing files OK gt Searching for devices gt Preparing firmware upgrade gt Firmware version is not newer than device 101 001 002 gt Firmware version is not newer than device 102 001 003 gt Preparing firmware upgrade OK gt Upgrading device MAIN 001 001 gt Upgrading device MAIN 001 001 0K 001 002 Device Descristion Device F V Ver 1 0 086 Upgrade FW Ver 1 0 081 MID 001 093 Click Finish to close the firmware upgrade utility Note Upgrade the IP firmware via the Remote OSD or the Web Management Interface See page 41 for Remote OSD Firmware Upgrade or page 52 for Web Management Interface Firmware Upgrade 201009236 93 2985 indd 30 11 18 2010 4 21 42 PM 7 Administration continued 7 1 4 Local Console Firmware Upgrade continued Firmware Upgrade Recovery In the event of a firmware upgrade failure or an aborted firmware upgrade perform a firmware upgrade recovery by doing the following 1 Power OFF the switch If it is part of a daisy chain disconnect it from the chain Connect the firmware upgrade cable to the firmware upgrade port Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch to the Reco
127. 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 voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE 3 Package Contents This package consists of e B020 U08 19 IP 8 Port Console KVM Switch with Built in IP e 6 ft USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kits x2 e USB PS2 Combo Console Cable Kit Grounding Wire RJ11 to DB9 Firmware Upgrade Cable Rackmount Hardware e C13 to 5 15P Power Cord e CD with Owner s Manual Quick Start Guide and Device Files e Quick Start Guide 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 installation 4 Introdu
128. to KVM operation The sections that follow discuss the settings If there is no keyboard mouse input for the amount of time specified here you will find on this page the logged in user is automatically logged out and must enter their username and password in order to regain access to the KVM switch The default is 0 which disables the Timeout function Client Timeout Control Timeout 0 Minutes Login Failure Login Failure e Allowed Enter into this field the number of unsuccessful login o n S attempts that will be allowed from a remote computer Working Mode Timeout minutes Enter into this field the number of minutes a user must wait before attempting to login again after exceeding the maximum number of unsuccessful logins IV Enable ICMP Enable Browser IV Enable Device List V Enable Multiuser T Force All to Grayscale Mouse Sync Mode C Automatic Manual T Reset on Exit Reset Default Values Clear Port Names g Working Mode The Working Mode section allows administrators to toggle particular KVM functions ON OFF The table describes the functions that can be controlled Function Description Enable ICMP When enabled the B020 U08 19 IP can be pinged and an IP address can be assigned with the ARP command If it is not enabled the device cannot be pinged nor can it be assigned an IP address with the ARP command The default is Enabled Enable Device When enabled the B
129. to set address for the KVM you must also assign a fixed DNS server firewall access ports and the DNS server address These settings can also address To have the DNS server address pulled via DHCP server be configured using the Web Management Interface make sure that the Obtain DNS server address automatically option is selected To assign a fixed DNS server address make sure that the 2 Using the following DNS server address option is selected Main Configuration Administration 5 Fill in the Primary DNS server and Alternate DNS server fields with information appropriate for you network pank m Note Specifying the primary DNS Server address is mandatory The alternate DNS Server address is optional a PE a 6 After all changes have been made make sure that the Reset on exit pee 443 checkbox in the Customization screen is checked This checkbox FIP Address should automatically be checked anytime network settings have been Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP changed Use the Following IP address Fixed IP Pid IP Address 7 Exit the remote session and logout of the KVM switch Upon logging Subnet Mask out of the KVM a prompt will appear stating the KVM will be reset Default Gateway Upon completion of the KVM reset the new network settings will be saved DNS Server Obtain DNS server address automatically fo Using the following DNS server addresses Primary DNS server 2res Dies Alter
130. ts 5 6 6 4 Remote Auto Scan 22 4 4 1 Front View 5 6 6 5 Panel Array Mode 22 4 4 2 Rear View 6 6 6 6 Remote Control Panel 23 5 Installation 7 aa A 7 Administration 26 5 1 General Safety Instructions 7 7 1 Local Console OSD 27 5 2 Standard Rack Mounting 8 7 1 1 Local Console OSD F2 LIST Function 27 5 3 Grounding 8 7 1 2 Local Console OSD F3 Settings SET Page 27 5 4 Opening the Console 8 7 1 3 Local Console OSD F4 Administration ADM Page 29 5 4 1 Opening Separately 8 7 1 4 Local Console Firmware Upgrade 30 5 4 2 Opening Together 9 7 2 Remote OSD 31 5 4 3 Operating Precautions 9 7 2 1 Remote OSD List Drop Down 31 5 5 Closing the Console 9 7 2 2 Remote OSD Configuration Tab 32 5 6 LCD OSD Configuration 10 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab 32 5 7 Single Stage Installation 10 7 3 Web Management Interface 42 5 8 Multi Stage Daisy Chain Installation 11 7 3 1 General Information 43 5 9 Network Setup IP Address Configuration 11 7 3 2 Network 43 5 9 1 Local Console 11 7 3 3 Security 44 5 9 2 IP Installer 12 7 3 4 ANMS 45 5 9 3 Browser 12 7 3 5 User Management 50 6 KVM Operation 13 7 3 6 Customization 51 6 1 Sharing USB Peripheral Devices 13 7 3 7 Maintenance 52 6 2 Powering Off and Restarting 13 7 3 8 Log 52 6 3 Local Console Login 13 7 4 Log Server 53 6 4 Local Console Port Access 14 TE F 8 Specifications 56 6 4 1 Local Console OSD Invocation Sequence 14 8 1 OSD Default Settings 56 6 4 2 Local Console OSD Navigation 14 8 2 Key
131. ts all of the ports on the installation that are set as Quick View ports by an administrator See page 42 for details on Quick View ports QVIEW POWERED ON Lists all of the ports on the installation that are both set as Quick View ports by an administrator and are powered ON 201009236 93 2985 indd 31 11 18 2010 4 21 42 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 2 Remote OSD Configuration Tab The Configuration tab see diagram allows administrators and users to set up their working environment A separate profile for each is stored by B020 U08 19 IP WinClient ersion 1 0 093 xj Main Configuration Administration the OSD and is activated according to the username and password provided during login The settings in the Configuration tab are described in the table below Set Language a OSD Hotkey Scroll Lock Scroll Lock X Display Mode Port Number Name x ID Duration 3 Sec z Scan Select All aa Scan Duration 5 Seconds Screen Blanker 0 Minutes Logout Timeout 0 Minutes C on off Beeper Setting Description Set Language Determines which language the OSD menus are displayed in Choices are English Spanish French German and Japanese OSD Hotkey Selects which hotkey sequence invokes the OSD Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl The default is Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Display Mode Selects how the Port ID is displayed the Port Number alone the P
132. ts that the Log Server records events for Note You must first add a BO20 U08 19 IP via the Add function before the Log Server can start recording its events When you open the Add function the following dialog box will appear Adda reee O Denes a ua je i Ls me E p ar Descriptions of the fields in this dialog box are shown in the table Field Address Description This can either be the IP address of the B020 U08 19 IP or its DNS name if the network administrator has assigned it a DNS name This value must be entered into the ANMS settings screen in order for the B020 U08 19 IP to communicate with the Log Server See page 50 for the Web Management Interface ANMS or page 40 for the Remote OSD ANMS Port Key in the port number that was specified in the Log Server portion of the ANMS settings screen If this differs from the port entered in the ANMS settings screen the Log Server will not be able to communicate with the B020 U08 19 IP Description This field is provided so that you can enter in additional information that will help differentiate this KVM switch from all other KVMs that the Log Server is recording information for Limit This specifies the number of days that an event is kept in the database before it can be deleted To remove all events that have passed the expiration date set in this field use the Maintenance function in the Events menu See page 54 for details on the Maint
133. ture will not exceed the maximum rated ambient temperature e 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 e Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first e Always load the rack so that a hazardous condition is not created due to uneven loading e Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack e 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 e After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack e 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 e Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack e Do not connect the RJ11 connector marked Upgrade to a public telecommunication network e Caution Slide Rail LCD KVM mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space CAUTION Slide rail mounted equipment is not to be used as
134. u pressing this button exits the LCD OSD 5 7 Single Stage Installation In a single stage installation there are no additional KVM switches daisy chained from the master KVM To set up a single stage installation refer to the following steps and installation diagram El Power OFF all computers that are being connected to the KVM switch EB Optional Add an external console to the KVM by connecting the included USB PS2 console cable kit to the console port on the back of the unit and then connecting an external monitor HD15 keyboard USB or PS 2 and mouse USB or PS 2 to the connectors on the cable kit An additional USB port is located on the front keyboard panel of the unit as a more convenient alternative to the external mouse port on the back of the unit 201009236 93 2985 indd 9 The Adjustment Settings An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below Setting Explanation Adjusts the background black level of the screen Brightness image c Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen ontrast image Phase Adjusts the vertical size of the screen image Clock Adjusts the horizontal size of the screen image H Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel horizontally moves the display area left or right Pe Positions the display area on the LCD panel V Position 7
135. ulted from the last search Search excluding last results This is a secondary search performed on all the events in the database for the selected KVM excluding the events that resulted from the last search KVM switches are listed in the Log Server list according to their IP address Select the unit that you want to perform the search on from this list You can select more than one unit for the search If no units are selected the search is performed on all of them Determines what types of search results are displayed according to their level of importance to the security of the installation Most Medium or Least If nothing is selected all results will display and they will be color codes according to level of importance e Most important Entries highlighted in red are the most relevant to the security of the installation e Medium importance Entries highlighted in blue are somewhat relevant to the security of the installation e Least importance Entries highlighted in black are least relevant to the security of the installation Select the date that you want the search to start from The format follows the MM DD YYYY convention e g 11 04 2005 Select the time that you want the search to start from Select the date that you want the search to end The format follows the MM DD YYYY convention e g 11 04 2005 Select the time that you want the search to end Key in text here that you want the search to filter the events b
136. unt User access EER rights Users have access to both the Windows Client and Java Client but do not have access to 7 Win Client 7 Java Applet B the Log Server or Configuration Settings I iconfigure Select Check this option to Select the account access rights yourself See Permissions on page 34 for details OK Cancel e To edit an existing account highlight it in the list and click the Edit button The Edit User page appears 201009236 93 2985 indd 33 11 18 2010 4 21 44 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued User Management Permissions Network Access Ports The following permissions are included in the Add User and Edit User If a firewall is being used these fields allow administrators to specify port screens of the User Management tab and determine what access rights numbers that the firewall will allow The firewall must be set to allow are available to each account access to these ports If an invalid port number or no port number is e Win Client When selected the corresponding account can access the specified in the firewall the KVM switch will not be found KVM switch using the Windows Client in the Web Management An explanation of the Access Port fields is given in the table Interface and the non browser AP Windows Client e Java Applet When selected the corresponding account can access the Port Description KVM switch using the Java Applet i
137. ut the user that you may wish to include optional Admin Check this option to give the account Administrator access rights Administrators have access to all features and configuration settings of the KVM User Check this option to give the account User access rights Users have access to both the Windows Client and Java Client but do not have access to the Log Server or Configuration Settings Select Check this option to Select the account access rights yourself See Permissions below for details Permissions The following permissions are included in the User Management page and determine what access rights are available to each account e Win Client When selected the corresponding account can access the KVM switch using the Windows Client in the Web Management Interface and the non browser AP Windows Client e Java Applet When selected the corresponding account can access the KVM switch using the Java Applet in the Web Management Interface and the non browser AP Java Client e Log When selected the corresponding account can access the Log File included in the Web Management Interface e Configure When selected the corresponding account can access the Administrator settings in the Local Console OSD Remote OSD and Web Management Interface 11 18 2010 4 21 49 PM 7 Administration continued 7 3 6 Customization The Customization screen allows administrators to configure settings Client Timeout Control related
138. ve C indude exdude Add Edit IV MAC Filter Enable e If any filters have been configured they appear in the P filter and or MAC filter list boxes e To remove a filter from the list simply click on it and hit the corresponding Remove button Note When clicking the Remove button you are not prompted to confirm the removal of the filter it is automatically removed e To edit a filter simply click on it and hit the corresponding Edit button 201009236 93 2985 indd 44 Adding Editing a Filter 1 Check the JP Filter Enable or MAC Filter Enable checkbox 2 Click on the corresponding Add button or highlight the desired filter and click on the corresponding Edit button The P Filter or MAC Filter entry box appears Explorer User Prompt Script Prompt OK Enter the start IP address h mMM Explorer User Prompt Script Prompt Enter the end IP address di ix mm Explorer User Prompt Script Prompt OK Enter the MAC address if ix ml 3 IP filters require you to enter a Start IP Address and an End IP Address which allows for ranges of IP addresses to be filtered If you only want to filter a single IP address just enter the same address in twice MAC filters only allow you to filter one MAC address at a time If you are adding a new filter simply fill in the address fields and click OK If you are editing an existing filter replace the old address with the correct addr
139. ver position Power the switch back ON and repeat the upgrade procedure After the switch has been successfully upgraded power it OFF and then slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position If the switch is part of a daisy chain reconnect it to the daisy chain Power the switch back ON SS oe Pe ON 7 2 Remote OSD Upon logging into the KVM over IP you are connected to the first xl connected computer on the installation that you have access to and the Main Configuration Administration Remote OSD appears with the Main tab displayed See diagram all aM O R y Administrators have access to all features in the OSD whereas Users only E da 01 08 have access to the Main tab and Configuration tab The administrative 01 02 settings of the Remote OSD are described in the following section 01 03 7 2 1 Remote OSD List Drop Down Just like the F2 LIST function in the local console OSD the remote OSD xi allows you to determine which ports are listed on the Main tab Simply Main Configuration click on the drop down menu at the top of the OSD screen and select an a es gt z option Setting Description ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation that are accessible to the logged on user whether they are powered ON or not POWERED ON Lists all of the ports on the installation that are both accessible to the logged on user and powered ON m Be 8 OoooonooSs00 QVIEW Lis
140. vertically moves the display area up or down Adjusts the color quality of the display You can Color Temperatur adjust the warmth value color balance etc The a Adjust Color selection has a further submenu that lets you fine tune the RGB values Selects the language that the LCD OSD displays Language its menus in English French German Spanish or Italian Lets you set the amount of time that the OSD displays on the screen If there is no input for the QSDDur tigi amount of time you choose the OSD display turns off Resets the menu and submenu adjustments Reset except for language settings to the original factory default settings El Connect a P778 Series USB PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kit between an available KVM port on the back of the unit and a computer server P778 Series Cable Kits allow you to connect to a computer with either USB or PS 2 keyboard mouse ports without the need for separate cables Note The distance between the KVM and the connected computer must not exceed 33 ft 10 m El Repeat step 3 for each additional computer you wish to connect EI Connect the LAN port on the back of the unit to the network using Cat5e 6 cable O Connect the included power cord to the C14 jack on the back of the unit and then plug it into a Tripp Lite Surge Suppressor PDU or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS First power ON the KVM switch and then power on the connected computers When connecting to compute
141. xample ANMS OpenLDAP Server with suffix dc tripplite dc com the fully qualified name of all entries OpenLDAP is an open source LDAP server designed for UNIX platforms in the database will end with de tripplite dc com A Windows version can be downloaded from http download bergmans Define the name of the administrator entry for the server rootdn us openldap openldap 2 2 29 openldap 2 2 29 db 4 3 29 openss along with its password rootpw This is the server s super user The 9 8awin32 Setup exe rootdn name must match the suffix defined above Since all entry OpenLDAP Server Installation names must end with the defined suffix and the rootdn is an entry After downloading the program launch the installer select your language An example configuration file follows accept the license and choose the target installation directory The default directory is c Program Files OpenLDAP ucdata path ucdata include schema core schema pidfile run slapd pid When the Select Components dialog box appears select install BDB tools argsfile run slapd args and install OpenLDAP slapd as NT service options database bdb suffix de tripplite de com rootdn cn Manager de tnipplite de com rootpw secret directory data 201009236 93 2985 indd 38 11 18 2010 4 21 46 PM 7 Administration continued 7 2 3 Remote OSD Administration Tab continued Starting the OpendLDAP Server To start the OpenLDAP Server run
142. y The events that matched your search terms are listed here After you have entered in all of your search terms click this button to start the search Print Click this button to print the search results Export Click this button to export search results as a text file Exit Click this button to exit the Search dialog box Server List Priority List Start Date Start Time End Date End Time Pattern Results Search 201009236 93 2985 indd 54 Maintenance This function allows the Administrator to remove all records that have passed their expiration limit See Limit on page 53 for details In order to delete old files from the log server the maintenance function must be performed Options The Options menu consists of only one function Network Retry Network Retry Network Retry allows you to set the number of seconds that the Log Server should wait before attempting to connect in the event that the previous connection attempt failed When you click this item a dialog a kiena C Dad ee box appears Key in the desired number of seconds and click OK to finish Help The Help menu consists of two options Contents and About Log Server Contents Selecting the Contents function will bring up an online help file The help file contains instructions about how to setup operate and troubleshoot the Log Server About Log Server Selecting the About Log Se

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