APC KVM0108A KVM switch
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1. Taiwan BSMI SEHE Ai xe FRI Prize m ZEITEN n He erie T4E TERETE DLR WHEE BEBE TRG 6388 SR Worldwide Customer Support Customer support for this or any other APC product is available at no charge in any of the following ways Visit the APC Web site to access documents in the APC Knowledge Base and to submit customer support requests www apc com Corporate Headquarters Connect to localized APC Web sites for specific countries each of which provides customer support information www apc com support Global support searching APC Knowledge Base and using e support Contact the APC Customer Support Center by telephone or e mail Local country specific centers go to www apc com support contact for contact information For information on how to obtain local customer support contact the APC representative or other distributors from whom you purchased your APC product O 2011 APC by Schneider Electric APC and the APC logo are owned by Schneider Electric Industries S A S American Power Conversion Corporation or their affiliated companies All other trademarks are property of their respective owners 990 4406 9 20112. s Mac Keyboard rege 27 Sun Keyboard elec a RH 28 Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction c2 ru REA E ES 29 Performing the 30 Starting the upgrade 30 Upgrade succeeded 31 Upgrade failed 2 2 ee A ede li 31 Firmware Upgrade 31 Main board firmware upgrade recovery 31 Server Module firmware upgrade recovery 32 Troubleshooting iei ne se OVGtVIGW ae b veg x RAE E d exa CE Ree 33 OSD Factory Default Settings 33 Connection Tables 34 8 I DD 34 KVM0116A oair iara RR RII II IR III n 34 SPECITICATIONS Hin ai KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual General Information Overview KVM0108A and KVM0116A KVM Switches The KVM switches allow administrators to access and control multiple servers from a single PS 2 or USB KMM keyboard monitor and mouse console There is no software to configure Features SKU Local Connection Remote Connection KVM Ports KVMO0108A 1 0 8 KVMO0116A 1 0 16 An a
3. Entering skip mode To enter Skip mode enter the following Hotkey combination Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press one of the Arrow keys 3 After you press one of the arrow keys Hotkey mode is automatically exited and Skip mode entered Switch ports as follows Left arrow skips to the first accessible port see Scan Skip Mode on page 17 for information regarding accessible ports Right arrow skips to the next accessible port Up arrow skips to the last accessible port of the previous station Down arrow skips to the first accessible port of the next station 4 Once in Skip mode continue skipping by pressing the arrow keys The NUM Lock combination does not have to be used again 5 While Skip mode is engaged ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended Only Skip mode compliant keystrokes can be input Exit Skip mode to regain normal control of the console Exiting skip mode To exit Skip mode press Esc or SPACEBAR Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset If either the keyboard or mouse stop functioning on the computer connected to the currently selected port you can perform a keyboard mouse reset on the computer 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press F5 After pressing F5 Hotkey mode is automatically exited and keyboard and mouse control on the computer connected to the port is regained If keyboard mouse control on the
4. in case a conflict with Mode programs running on the computers occurs The default is ON Hotkey Selects the Hotkey invocation keys see Hotkey Operation on page 22 Choices are NUM LOCK OR CTRL F12 The default is NUM LOCK Set OSD Language Sets the language for the OSD display The default is English Set Console Sets the keyboard language mapping of the console keyboard The default is Auto If the switch Keyboard does not automatically receive language mapping from the keyboard it will set to English US Set Logout If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the operator is Timeout automatically logged out A login is necessary before the console can be used again This enables other operators to gain access to the computers when the original operator is no longer accessing them but has forgotten to log out To set the timeout value enter a number from 1 180 minutes then press ENTER If the number is 0 zero this function is disabled Default is Off Note This feature does not function if Set Login Mode is disabled see page 19 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 17 Activate Beeper Set Quick View Ports Choices are Y Yes or N No When activated the beeper sounds when a port is changed when activating the Auto Scan function or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu The default is ON The administrator can
5. cp On the KVM Switch slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch see Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch on page 5 to the Recover position Power off and restart the switch see Powering Off and Restarting on page 12 Proceed with the firmware upgrade see Performing the Upgrade on page 30 When the upgrade ends power off the switch Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position Power on the switch installation and perform the recovery and upgrade operation on it independently After it has been successfully upgraded plug it back into the chain N Note If one of the child units fails to upgrade successfully unchain it from the Server Module firmware upgrade recovery To perform an Server Module firmware upgrade recovery 1 2 B 9o iUo A Unplug the Server Module from the computer it is connected to Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch located next to the RJ45 connector to the Recover position Plug the Server Module back into the computer From your switch console bring up the OSD see Screen Display OSD Operation on page 13 and select the F4 ADM function Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE Press ENTER Press Y to invoke the Upgrade mode Proceed with the firmware upgrade see Performing the Upgrade on page 30 After the upgrade completes and the switch restarts unplug the Server Module from the computer and slide the Fir
6. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible N for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment USA FCC 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 this user manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference The user will bear sole responsibility for correcting such interference Canada ICES This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Japan VCCI This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this equipment is used in a domestic environment radio disturbance may occur in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions LONE TEASER ELSE FREE dU EE VCCD DH E A EB C3 AER CHAT 50 ER WEZHSEIFTIERDUET COBB EEE ET BALIKARINDI ERBUET
7. computer fails after pressing F5 perform a system reset see Reset Switch on page 5 This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging the keyboard and mouse on the target computer Setting the Hotkey Beeper ON OFF Turn the beeper see Activate Beeper on page 18 on and off with Hotkeys 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press B to turn the beeper on or off The command line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second then the message disappears Hotkey mode is automatically exited 24 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Setting the Hotkey Key Combination Switch the keys used to enter the Hotkey Mode see Hotkey Operation on page 22 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM LOCK or CTRL F12 2 Press H to display the command line Hotkey has Been Changed for one second then the message closes and Hotkey mode is automatically exited Setting the OSD Hotkey combination Hotkeys used to access the OSD see OSD Hotkey on page 17 can be switched between SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK CTRL CTRL and ALT ALT 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press T to display the command line Hotkey has Been Changed for one second then the message closes and Hotkey mode is automatically exited Setting the Port Operating System Match a port s operating system configuration to that of the computer attache
8. function may not work properly 2 Empty ports that previously were connected to an server module will retain their prior configuration data Hot plugging console ports The keyboard monitor and mouse can be hot plugged When hot plugging the mouse however be aware of the following f you unplug the mouse to reset the mouse for example you must use the same mouse when you plug back in Ifyou plug in a different mouse all the KVM switches and all the computers on the installation must be shut down for 10 seconds then restarted see Powering Off and Restarting on page 12 Some older operating systems may not support hot plugging Note If after hot plugging or at any other time there is no response to keyboard and or mouse input perform a keyboard and mouse reset by pressing in the Reset switch See Reset Switch on page 5 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 11 Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to power off the KVM switch or if the switch loses power and needs to be restarted before starting it back up follow these procedures to prevent possible equipment issues 1 Disconnect the Cat 5e 6 cable adapters connecting the servers from the back of the KVM switch Note 1 If PS 2 server modules are disconnected from the server the server must be rebooted to re establish the connection of the mouse and keyboard 2 Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard
9. in conjunction with the F2 LIST function The List function see F2 LIST on page 16 is used to broaden or narrow the focus of which ports appear on the OSD Main Screen When you broadcast a command it is to the ports currently displayed on the OSD Main Screen While BRC mode is in effect a speaker symbol appears before the port ID display of the port that currently has the console focus While BRC mode is in effect the mouse will not function normally Exit BRC mode in order to regain control of the mouse To exit BRC mode invoke the OSD with the OSD Hotkey then click the F6 field or press F6 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual F7 SCAN This function automatically switches among the available computers at regular intervals so that their activity can be monitored without switching manually The selection of computers to be included for Auto Scanning is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function see SET on page 16 The amount of time that each port displays is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3 SET function see F3 SET on page 16 As each computer is accessed an S appears in front of the port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan mode While you are in Auto Scan mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse To resume scanning pre
10. must be pressed both times 2 The number lock and caps lock will always be on when the OSD is running The OSD uses a two level administrator user password system A valid username and password is required before the OSD Main Screen opens The default username and password is used the first time that the OSD is accessed For security purposes change these to something unique after you log in the first time The OSD Main Screen opens in administrator mode after logging in with the default username and password The administrator has access to all administrator and user functions and can set up operations including password authorization for the future KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual OSD Main Screen Administrator mode PN DW Note 1 The User Main Screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the administrator and cannot be accessed by standard users 2 Only ports that the Administrator has set to accessible are visible on the User Main Screen See Set Accessible Ports on page 19 OSD Navigation 14 To close the OSD press X Close at the upper right corner of the OSD Window or press ESC To Logout press F8 or 777 symbol at the top of the Main Screen To see the ports for a particular station press the plus sign in front of the station number The port number list opens To close the list press the circle symbo
11. other devices in a rack Do not place the device on an unstable surface If the device falls serious damage will result Do not block ventilation openings Overheating of internal components may occur Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped Over Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage Taking Delivery Examine the components at the time of delivery to be sure all parts are present and in good working order Anything missing or damaged must be reported immediately to the shipping firm and to APC Accessory Inventory e 1 KVM0108A or KVM0116A KVM switch 1 firmware upgrade cable NEMA 5 15 power cord 1 C13 C14 power cord rack mount bracket Literature Kit Quick Start Guide Safety Sheet and China ROHS KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Requirements Console VGA SVGA or multi sync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any server in the installation PS 2 or USB mouse keyboard Computers The following equipment must be installed on the servers that connect to the KVM switch ports VGA SVGA or multi sync port Type A USB port and USB host controller or 6 pin Mini DIN keyboard and mouse ports KVM Server Modules and cables The Cat 5e 6 cable is required to connect the KVM switch to one of the KVM adapter cables The following KVM adapter cables are required for
12. other keys The corresponding functions are shown below PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard CTRL T Stop CTRL F2 Again CTRL F3 Props CTRL F4 Undo CTRL F5 Front CTRL F6 Copy CTRL F7 Open CTRL F8 Paste CTRL F9 Find CTRL F10 Cut CTRL 1 oO wt CTRL 2 o m CTRL 3 CTRL 4 CTRL H Help Compose A Meta Note When using key combinations press and release the first key CTRL then press and release the activation key 28 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction The Windows based Firmware Upgrade Utility provides an automated process for upgrading the KVM switch and compatible adapter cable firmware The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device The latest revisions of new firmware for the KVM switch and supported KVM Adapter Cables are posted as Firmware Upgrade Packages on our website Check the website regularly to find the latest firmware packages and information relating to them supported KVM Adapter Cables Note 1 A single upgrade package contains the upgrade files for the Main Board and all the 2 KVM Adapter Cables are referred to as I O Modules in some dialog boxes Before you begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade 1 From a computer that is not part of your installation g
13. select which ports to include as Quick View ports To select deselect a port as a Quick View Port use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to the selection then press the SPACEBAR When a port has been selected as a Quick View Port an arrowhead displays in the QV column of the List on the Main Screen to indicate selection When a port is deselected the arrowhead disappears If one of the Quick View options is chosen for the List view only a port that has been selected here will display on the List If one of the Quick View options is chosen for Auto Scanning only a port that has been selected here will be Auto Scanned The default is for no ports to be selected F4 ADM F4 is an administrator only function Accessing this function allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD To change a setting double click it or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to the setting then press ENTER ADMINISTRATOR After you select an item a submenu with further choices opens Double click the choice or move the highlight bar to it then press ENTER An icon appears before the selected choice Setting Function Set User Account This function is used to set usernames and passwords for the administrator and users one Administrator and ten user passwords can be set After the administrator field or one of the user fields is selected a screen that allows you
14. 6A User Manual 19 5 SKP Skip backward or forward switching the console focus from the currently active Port to the previous or next available port F6 BRC 20 The selection of computers to be available for Skip mode switching is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function When you are in Skip mode press Left arrow to skip to the previous port in the list Right arrow to skip to the next port in the list Up arrow to skip to the last port of the previous station in the list Down arrow to skip to the first port of the next station in the list Note When you skip you only skip to the previous or next available computer that is in the Scan Skip mode selection see Scan Skip Mode on page 17 If a port has been selected for Scan Skip mode when the focus switches to that port a left right triangle symbol appears before its port ID display While Skip mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Skip mode in order to regain control of the console To exit Skip mode press the SPACEBAR or ESC F6 is an administrator only function 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 BRC works
15. AN me EM 21 LOGOUT etaed uo mead fe 21 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control cix RR 2 en ERA ERR 22 Invoking Hotkey Mode 22 ENUM LOCK etm a se eee nnm tace cnet e 22 rnt end 22 Hotkey mode 22 Exiting hotkey mode 22 Selecting the Active 23 Auto Scan Mode Switching 23 Setting the scan interval 23 Invoking Auto Scan 23 Exiting Auto Scan ei eraan anke tanani Dpat e pata e aae Aa 23 Skip Mode Switching 24 Entering skip mode 24 Exiting skip mode 24 Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset 24 Setting the Hotkey Beeper 24 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Setting the Hotkey Key Combination 25 Setting the OSD Hotkey combination 25 Setting the Port Operating 25 Restore the Default 25 Hotkey Summary Table 26 Keyboard Emulation
16. Double click or move the highlight bar over the choice in the submenu that opens and press ENTER 3 Press ESC to return to the previous menu level F1 GOTO ADMINISTRATOR i ty N 10 Use function to switch directly to a port by entering the port s name its port ID To use the Name method enter 1 the port s name and then press ENTER To use the Port ID method enter 2 the port ID and then press ENTER Note You can enter a partial name or port ID The screen will show all the computers to which the user has View rights that match the name or port ID pattern regardless of the current List settings return to the OSD Main Menu without making a choice press ESC KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 15 F2 LIST Many of the switch s OSD functions only operate on the computers currently selected for listing on the Main Screen Use this function to broaden or narrow the scope of ports that are listed ADMINISTRATOR m SN PN QV NAME List Meaning Lists all of the ports on the installation Quick View Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports Powered On Lists only the ports that have attached computers Powered On Quick View Powered 11515 only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports and that have On their attached computers Powered On Move the highlight bar to the desired lis
17. F Full Access For all Users on all Ports Operation Mode Share OSD Language English KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 33 Connection Tables The following table indicates the relationship between the number of KVM0108A KVM0116A units and the number of computers that they control KVM0108A No Computers No Computers No Computers No Computers 1 1 8 9 65 72 17 129 136 25 193 200 2 9 16 10 73 80 18 137 144 26 201 208 3 17 24 11 81 88 19 145 152 27 209 216 4 25 32 12 89 96 20 153 160 28 217 224 5 33 40 13 97 104 21 161 168 29 225 232 6 41 48 14 105 112 22 169 176 30 233 240 7 49 56 15 113 120 23 177 184 31 241 248 8 57 64 16 121 128 24 185 192 32 249 256 KVM0116A No Computers No Computers No Computers No Computers 1 1 16 9 129 144 17 257 272 25 385 400 2 17 32 10 145 160 18 273 288 26 401 416 3 33 48 11 161 176 19 289 304 27 417 432 4 49 64 12 177 192 20 305 320 28 433 448 5 65 80 13 193 208 21 321 336 29 449 464 6 81 96 14 209 224 22 337 352 30 465 480 7 97 112 15 225 240 23 353 368 31 481 496 8 113 128 16 241 256 24 369 384 32 497 512 34 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Specifications Function KVM0108A KVM0116A Computer Dir
18. IE EN le 6 Installation set OVGIVIOW een Fi ante 7 Rack Mounting 7 Rack mounting seeeslleeeelleeeereee 7 Rack Mounting 8 Optional KVM to LCD Console 8 Single Level KVM Switch Installation 9 Single level installation diagram 9 Tiering multiple KVM switches 9 To set up a Chained tiering installation 10 Chained Tiering Installation Diagram 10 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Hardware Setup oa EDIRTV 11 Cable Length Considerations 11 HotPl gging iu tee RICE ere mersa 11 Powering Off and Restarting 12 Port ID Numbering 12 On Screen Display OSD Operation OVERVIEW phe ets iur eo REESE id ee We ee cere 13 OSD Navigation 222 BR Rv Ee RI a a 14 OSD Main Screen 15 OSD Functions 2 3222 2 er era 15 ccu TTE 15 EMBED 16 A ees eda M etus M ayude taa 16 FAS ADM ea cactus ut esee aere ar 18 FOL SHR 2 aa Dewan tate re ee tau en 20 FOBRO cette ha ratte te ese aaah ee oan mei iiec td 20 SC
19. NN Schneider Electric User Manual KVM Switch KVM0108A KVM0116A American Power Conversion Legal Disclaimer The information presented in this manual is not warranted by the American Power Conversion Corporation to be authoritative error free or complete This publication is not meant to be a substitute for a detailed operational and site specific development plan Therefore American Power Conversion Corporation assumes no liability for damages violations of codes improper installation system failures or any other problems that could arise based on the use of this Publication The information contained in this Publication is provided as is and has been prepared solely for the purpose of evaluating data center design and construction This Publication has been compiled in good faith by American Power Conversion Corporation However no representation is made or warranty given either express or implied as to the completeness or accuracy of the information this Publication contains IN NO EVENT SHALL AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORPORATION BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS CONTRACT REVENUE DATA INFORMATION OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION RESULTING FROM ARISING OUT OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PUBLICATION OR THE CONTENT EVEN IF AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORPORATION HAS BEEN E
20. NTER T Administrator only Hotkey It returns the switch s settings to their default values Toggles the OSD Hotkey between CTRL CTRL and SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK 4 Invokes Skip Mode and skips from the current port to the first accessible port previous to it gt Invokes Skip Mode and skips from the current port to the next accessible port Invokes Skip Mode and skips from the current port to the last accessible port of the previous Station v Invokes Skip Mode and skips from the current port to the first accessible port of the next Station KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 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 below PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard SHIFT SHIFT CTRL CTRL un 36 CTRL 1 zx CTRL 2 2 CTRL 3 mg CTRL 4 A ALT ALT PRINT SCREEN F13 SCROLL LOCK F14 ENTER RETURN BACKSPACE DELETE INSERT HELP CTRL H F15 Note When using key combinations press and release the first key CTRL then press and release the activation key KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 27 Sun Keyboard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key CTRL is used in conjunction with
21. Power On function 2 Wait 10 seconds then power the KVM switch on If you have shut down more than one KVM switch power up the highest level first and work your way down to the lowest level Wait for each KVM switch to display its station ID on the front panel LED before powering on the next one 3 After power is on to all KVM switches plug in the Cat 5e 6 cables or power the computers on Port ID Numbering Each computer on the installation is assigned a unique port ID The port ID is a one or two segment number that is determined by the level and port number of the switch that is connected to the computer The first segment represents the level of the switch the second segment represents the number of the port that the computer is plugged into For example if a computer is connected to KVM port 3 of a switch that is in the 12th position of the tier it would have a port ID of 12 03 N Note Single digit numbers 1 9 have a preceding zero 0 12 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual On Screen Display OSD Operation Overview The On Screen Display OSD is menu driven to handle computer control and switching operations procedures start from the OSD Main Screen To display the Main Screen tap the OSD hotkey twice The default hotkey is SCROLL Lock The hotkey can be changed to the CTRL key or the ALT key see OSD Hotkey on page 17 Note 1 If the CTRL or ALT key is used the same CTRL or ALT key
22. TION INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not connect the RJ 11 connector marked UPGRADE to a public telecommunication network Before working on the rack make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack the slide rails can pinch your fingers After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Make sure that all equipment used on the rack including power strips and other electrical connectors is properly grounded Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing
23. The mounting brackets can screw into the front or the back of the unit so that it can be attached to the front or back of the rack If you need additional rack mount screws or cage nuts contact your rack dealer Use cage Note The standard rack mount kit package does not include rack mount screws or cage nuts nuts not provided for racks that are not pre threaded Rack mounting 1 Position the switch in the front of the rack Align the mounting bracket holes with the holes in the rack 2 Secure the mounting brackets to the rack with the screws not supplied i aem0372a KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Rack Mounting Rear 1 Remove the brackets from the front of the KVM switch 2 Install the smaller bracket from the front of the unit to the back Install the rack mounting bracket from the inventory to the other side of the rear of the unit 3 Slide the switch into the rack Align the mounting bracket holes with the holes in the rack o 4 Secure the mounting brackets to the rear of the rack Optional KVM to LCD Console Mounting The KVM switch can be mounted to a Rack LCD Console not included See the installation sheet for the Rack LCD Console KVM switch bracket kit for more information 8 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Single Level KVM Switch Installation In a single level installat
24. XPRESSLY ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AMERICAN POWER CONVERSION CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES OR UPDATES WITH RESPECT TO OR IN THE CONTENT OF THE PUBLICATION OR THE FORMAT THEREOF AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE Copyright intellectual and all other proprietary rights in the content including but not limited to software audio video text and photographs rests with American Power Conversion Corporation or its licensors All rights in the content not expressly granted herein are reserved No rights of any kind are licensed or assigned or shall otherwise pass to persons accessing this information This Publication shall not be for resale in whole or in part Contents General Information eene 1 OVOIVIOW duxi 5 54 Uoc t dS EE a RARE ARS 1 Features u 2 a nee EXER DERE Mot ates 1 qe nmm 2 Taking Delivery 222 2 doce 3 Accessory Inventory 3 Requiremients 2 same eier 4 Console al Sa we Mak Oe be Ae a he Be 4 Computers neice a a eR aia 4 KVM Server Modules and cables 4 Supported operating systems 4 Maximum server connections 4 5 5 Rear
25. all alpha characters A Z and numeric characters 0 9 The port names can be entered in either upper or lower case however the OSD displays the port name only in uppercase When you have finished editing press ENTER to have the change take effect To abort the change press ESC Restore Default Values This function will undo all changes and return the setup to the original factory default settings except for the Names settings that were assigned to the ports which are saved Clear the Name List This function clears the port name list Reset Station IDs If the position of one of the stations in the chain is changed the OSD settings will no longer correspond to the new setup This function directs the OSD to re scan the station positions of the entire installation and updates the OSD so that the OSD station information corresponds to the new physical layout Note Only the station numbers are updated Except for the port names all administrator settings such as Set Accessible Ports Set Quick View Ports etc for all of the computers affected by the change have to be manually redone Set Operating System Specifies the operating platform of the computer attached to each port You must configure each port on the installation For each port press the SPACEBAR to cycle through the choices PC Mac or Sun Repeat until all the ports have been set then press ESC The default is PC Note A Sun or Mac compu
26. ches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual To set a Chained tiering installation 1 Usea cable set to connect the Chain Out port of the parent KVM switch to the Chain In port of the child KVM switch first level out to second level in second level out to third level in etc Note 1 You cannot use the Chain In port of the First Level since it is the highest level parent switch 2 Cable sets for chained tiering are purchased separately 2 Connect the cables to the computers and the switch according to Single Level Installation see Single Level KVM Switch Installation on page 9 3 Repeat the above steps for any other switches you want to add to the chain 4 Power up the installation as follows a Plug in the power cord for the first level switch Wait for the unit to ascertain its Station ID and display it on the Station ID LED the Station ID for the first level unit is 01 the ID for the second level unit is 02 the ID for the third level unit is 03 etc b Power on each level on the installation in turn second level then third level etc In each case wait for the Station ID to be ascertained and displayed before powering on the next level switch c After all the KVM switches are up power on the computers Chained Tiering Installation Diagram E sls dede qu d d d KVM0116A e
27. d to the port 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press one of the following function keys Key Description Fl Sets the Port OS to Windows F2 Sets the Port OS to Mac F3 Sets the Port OS to Sun After pressing a function key Hotkey mode is automatically exited Restore the Default Values Restore the KVM switch default values see Restore Default Values on page 19 using this administrator only Hotkey 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press R 3 Press ENTER to display the command line Reset to Default Setting for three seconds then the message closes and Hotkey mode is automatically exited KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 25 Hotkey Summary Table 26 NUM LOCK OR CTRL F12 A ENTER Invokes Auto Scan mode When Auto Scan mode is in effect P or left click pauses auto scanning When auto scanning is paused pressing any key or another left click resumes auto scanning B Toggles the Beeper On or Off ESC or SPACEBAR Exits hotkey mode F1 Sets the Operating System to Windows F2 Sets the Operating System to Mac F3 Sets the Operating System to Sun F5 Performs a keyboard mouse reset on the target computer H Toggles the Hotkey invocation keys Port ID ENTER Switches access to the computer that corresponds to the Port ID R E
28. de Starting the upgrade To upgrade your firmware 1 Torun the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file double click the file icon or open a command line and enter the full path to it 2 The Utility checks to make sure the KVM switch is in the Firmware Upgrade Mode and then lists allneeded firmware preselected in the Device List panel Note 1 The Device List lists all Server Modules that require upgrading 2 If the Utility fails to list any firmware check that the KVM switch is connected and in the Firmware Upgrade Mode The Firmware Package may be corrupted or the wrong version Obtain a new copy of the file and retry 3 Select MAIN to upgrade the firmware for the Main Board Deselect any KVM Server Modules that will not be upgraded After making your selection s click Next to perform the upgrade 30 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual a Check Firmware Version When selected the utility compares the Main Board firmware level with the upgrade files MAIN If the device versions are higher than the upgrade versions a dialog box informs you and gives you the option to continue or cancel The firmware Ver 1 0 085 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 085 in device MAIN 001 000 Continue the upgrade Yes No If Check Firmware Version was not enabled the upgrade files are installed without checking their level b Status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward com
29. e Port ID Numbering on page 12 Any computer can be directly accessed with a Hotkey combination that specifies the port ID that the computer is connected to To select the active port 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM LOCK OR CTRL F12 2 Enter the port ID The port ID numbers display on the command line as you enter them Use BACKSPACE to erase any mistakes 3 Press ENTER to focus the KVM switches to the designated computer and automatically exits Hotkey mode Note In Hotkey mode the KVM focus will not switch to a port if an invalid switch or port number is entered The Hotkey command line will continue to display until a valid switch and port number combination is entered or Hotkey mode is exited Auto Scan Mode Switching Auto Scan automatically switches at regular intervals through all the active computer ports accessible to the currently logged on user This allows activity to be monitored automatically Setting the scan interval The amount of time Auto Scan stays focused on each port is set with the Scan Duration setting of the OSD F3 SET function see F3 SET on page 16 The scan interval can be changed before activating Hotkey Auto Scanning by entering the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Enter A N Where A is the letter A and N is a number from 1 255 that represents the length of the focus time in seconds The letter A and the n
30. ect 8 16 Connections Max 256 512 Connectors Console Ports Keyboard 2 x 6 pin Mini DIN Female Purple 2 x 6 pin Mini DIN Female Purple back 2 x USB Black 2 x USB T Black Video 2 x HDB 15 Female Blue 2 x HDB 15 Female Blue Mouse 2 x 6 pin Mini DIN Female Green 2 x 6 pin Mini DIN Female Green 2 x USB Black 2 x USB Black Console Ports Rack LCD 15 pin DIN Female 15 pin DIN Female front Console KVM Port 8 x RJ 45 Black 16 x RJ 45 Black Power 1 x IEC C14 1 x IEC C14 Chain In Out Serial Female Serial Female Switches Reset 1 x Recessed Pushbutton 1 x Recessed Pushbutton LEDs Port 16 Green Red Orange 16 Green Red Orange Power 1 Blue 1 Blue Station ID 1 Orange 1 Orange Video 1600x1200 60Hz 1600x1200 60Hz I P Rating 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 1 0A 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 1 0A Power Consumption 20 6 W Max 20 6 W Max Environment Operating Temp 32 F 122 F 0 50 32 F 122 0 50 Storage Temp 4 F 140 F 20 C to 60 4 F 140 F 20 C to 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non condensing 0 80 RH Non condensing Physical Housing Metal Metal Properties Weight Shipping Weight 7 165 3 2 kg 10 4 lbs 4 7 kg 7 lbs 3 2 kg 10 4 Ibs 4 7 kg Dimensions L x W x H 16 6 in 42 4cm x 9 4 in 23 8cm x 16 6 in 42 4cm x 9 4 in 23 8cm x 1 67 in 4 25 cm 1 67 in 4 25 cm 19 1U 19 1U KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 35 Radio Frequency Interference
31. g This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace the outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow local national wiring codes Ifan 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 To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or uninterruptible power supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock Use the power cord s supplied with this package If it becomes necessary to replace the cords supplied with this package be sure to use cords of at least the same standard as the ones provided Contact your dealer for information about power cords Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury 2 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual CAU
32. ides hands free monitoring of selected devices at variable rates Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers Performs software installation upgrades and shutdowns simultaneously Superior video quality Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200 60hz for up to 40 meters and 1280x1024 75hz for up to 50 meters with the KVM Cable Adapter Hot pluggable Add or remove components without powering off the KVM switch Server modules Adapter cables with ID The KVM switch automatically recognizes the new KVM Cable Adapter Device ID and attributes are stored in the adapter cables allowing you to hot swap port connections without having to reconfigure attributes KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Safety Read all of these instructions Save them for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device ADANGER HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not use the device near water 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 To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded The device is equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plu
33. ion there are no additional KVM switches tiered from the KVM switch See Cable Length Considerations on page 11 for cable length requirements 1 Plug the console keyboards monitors and mice into the switch s console ports The ports are color coded and marked with icons for easy identification Note 1 Any combination of keyboard and mouse connections can be used For example a PS 2 keyboard can be used with a USB mouse 2 Use Cat 5e 6 cable to connect any available KVM port to a KVM server module that is appropriate for the computer you are installing see K VM Server Modules and cables on page 4 3 Plug the connectors on the KVM Adapter Cable into the appropriate server ports 4 Plug the supplied power cords into the switch s power sockets then into an AC power source 5 Turn on the servers Single level installation diagram KVMO116A aem0467a 35 35 Jc JL Jo Jb Jo E30 35 3c JC Jb Ji FO Tiering multiple KVM switches To control even more computers up to 31 additional KVM switches can be tiered from the original KVM switch As many as 512 computers can be controlled from a single console in a complete installation See Connection Tables on page 34 for a list of switches that can be installed on a tiered installation and to see the relationship between the number of computers and the number of KVM switches needed to control them KVM Swit
34. l o in front of the station number To move up or down through the list one line at a time press the up and down triangle symbols or use the up and down arrow keys If there are more list entries than room on the Main Screen the list will scroll To move up or down the list one screen at a time press the up and down arrow symbols or use the PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN keys If there are more list entries than room on the Main Screen the screen will scroll To focus on a port double click it or move the highlight bar to it and then press ENTER After executing any action the menu one level above automatically returns KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation SN PN This column lists the port ID numbers station number port number for all the KVM ports on the installation The simplest method to access a particular computer is to click it or move the highlight bar to it and then press ENTER QV If a port has been selected for Quick View scanning an arrowhead displays in this column Sun Symbol The computers that are powered on and are online have a sun symbol in this column Name Ifa port has been given a name its name appears in this column OSD Functions OSD functions are used for control and configuration To access an OSD function 1 Click on a function key at the top of the Main Screen or press a function key on the keyboard 2
35. lp KVMO116A IL IC IC IC IE 5 5 d KVM0108A 10 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Hardware Setup Cable Length Considerations N Note KVM server modules are also referred to as KVM adapter cables Do not exceed 66 feet 20m between the switch and the local monitor To support a resolution of 1280x1024 the recommended maximum distance between the KVM switch and the KVM server module is 164 feet 50m Hot Plugging Components can be removed and added to the installation by unplugging and re plugging their cables without the need to shut down Change KVM Switch positions by unplugging from the old parent KVM switch and plugging into a new parent KVM switch Afterwards in order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change reset the OSD See Reset Station IDs on page 19 Hot plugging KVM ports After switching KVM ports in order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change you may need to reconfigure the OSD information for the new port information The settings of the port name operating system and keyboard language will be restored to the KVM switch from any previously used adapter cables after they are plugged in See F3 SET on page 16 and see F4 ADM on page 18 for port setting selections Note 1 If a computer s operating system doesn t support hot plugging this
36. mponent Description Q Power Socket The power cord to the AC source plugs in here Chain In Out Ports When cascading KVM switches the cables plug in here see Tiering multiple switches on page 9 The port on the left is the Chain In port the port on the right is the Chain Out port KVM Port Section The Cat 5e 6 cables that link to the KVM adapter cables which link to the computers plug in here Console Ports If this 1s a single station installation or if this is the first station of a tiered installation the keyboard monitor and mouse that make up the Local Console plug in here Any combination of PS 2 and USB keyboards and mice for the console may be used KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Installation Overview KVM adapter cables connect the KVM switch to the connected devices A separate KVM adapter cable is required for each computer or device connection See Server Modules and cables on page 4 or contact Customer Support for help N Note 1 See Safety on page 2 before installing the KVM switch 2 Power to any device must be turned off before connecting Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Rack Mounting Note Allow at least 2 inches 5 1 cm on each side for adequate ventilation and 5 inches 12 7 cm at the rear for power cord and cable clearance The switch can be mounted in a 19 1U rack
37. mware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position Plug the Server Module back into the computer Troubleshooting Overview Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets In addition updating the product s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released If your product is not running the latest firmware version we strongly recommend that you upgrade see Firmware Upgrade Utility on page 29 Symptom Action Mouse and or Keyboard not responding Station IDs display as 01 Unplug the cable from the console port then plug it back in Station 1 suddenly lost power Wait a few seconds for the system to re initialize the station sequence and display the proper IDs Perform a reset on station ID see Reset Station IDs on page 19 Unplug the chaining cable then plug it back in OSD Factory Default Settings Setting Default OSD Hotkey SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK 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 Screen Blanker OFF Hotkey Command Mode ON Hotkey NUM LOCK Logout Timeout OFF Beeper ON Accessible Ports
38. n Mode Switching Skip Mode Switching Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset The following settings can also be controlled in Hotkey mode Setting the Beeper Setting the Quick Hotkey Setting the OSD Hotkey Setting the Port Operating System Restoring the OSD Default Values Invoking Hotkey Mode All Hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey mode To invoke Hotkey mode two possible keystroke sequences shown below can be used Only one of the key sequences below can be operational see Setting the Hotkey Key Combination on page 25 NUM Lock 1 Hold down the NUM Lock key 2 Press and release the MINUS key 3 Release the NUM LOCK key CTRL F12 1 Hold down the CTRL key 2 Press and release the F12 key 3 Release the CTRL key Hotkey mode environment When Hotkey mode is active A command line appears on the monitor screen The command line prompt is the word Hotkey in white text on a blue background and displays the subsequent Hotkey information that you enter Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended Only Hotkey compliant keystrokes can be input Exiting hotkey mode Press ESC to exit Hotkey mode Make sure that the Hotkey Command Mode function is enabled and that the appropriate Hotkey has been entered See Hotkey Operation on page 22 22 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Selecting the Active Port Each computer port is assigned a port ID se
39. o to www apc com and choose the model name that relates to your device to receive a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages 2 Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer 3 Use the firmware upgrade cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the firmware upgrade port of your device See Firmware Upgrade Port on page 5 for details Note On a tiered installation connect the cable to the first station master unit The tiered levels that are the same model will receive the upgrade through the chaining cables 4 From your switch console open the OSD see Screen Display OSD Operation on page 13 and select the FA ADM function KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 29 5 Scroll down to Firmware Upgrade Press ENTER then press Y Yes to start the Firmware Upgrade mode ADMINISTRATOR cable that connects the adapter cable to the KVM switch so there is no separate firmware upgrade cable to attach 2 Adapter cable firmware selected with the upgrade utility will upgrade in a single session all connected adapter cable models that match the firmware type N Note 1 The upgrade to the KVM Adapter Cables takes place through the Cat 5e 6 6 Or scroll down to Adapter Upgrade Press ENTER then press Y to start the Firmware Upgrade mode for Adapter Cables only Performing the Upgra
40. pletion is shown on the Progress bar as the upgrade proceeds c To abort the upgrade procedure before it completes click Cancel If the upgrade 15 cancelled before completion a warning dialog box will state that the upgrade will not finish and offers the option to proceed or abort the cancel operation The Mainboard and OSD firmware may be missing or corrupted upon rebooting the switch Note To recover from missing or corrupt firmware see Firmware Upgrade Utility on page 29 Upgrade succeeded After the upgrade has completed a screen opens informing you that the procedure was successful Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility N Note At the completion of the upgrade the KVM switch will restart Upgrade failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry Click Yes to retry If you press No the Upgrade Failed screen appears Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility Firmware Upgrade Recovery Should the firmware on the switch be missing or corrupted it may not be possible to operate or boot the switch Corruption of files can occur due to Canceling the Firmware Upgrade mode before it has finished Aninterruption of the firmware upgrade The firmware upgrade procedure failing Main board firmware upgrade recovery To perform a firmware upgrade recovery do the following KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 31 Ne
41. ss any key or left click again see Auto Scan Mode Switching on page 23 While Auto Scan mode is in effect the console will not function normally Exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain control of the console To exit Auto Scan mode press the SPACEBAR or ESC F8 LOGOUT Click in the F8 field or press F8 to log out of the OSD and blank the console screen This is different from deactivating the OSD when from the Main Screen by pressing Esc With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD When Esc is pressed you just tap the OSD Hotkey a to re enter the OSD login dialog box Before continuing enter your username and password see Screen N Note 1 When you reenter the OSD after logging out the screen stays blank except for the Display OSD Operation on page 13 If your login has been disabled by the administrator the F8 function is also disabled 2 If you re enter the OSD after logging out and immediately use Esc to deactivate the OSD without selecting a port from the OSD menu a Null Port message displays on the screen The OSD hotkey will open the OSD Main Screen KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 21 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard The KVM switch has the following Hotkey port control features Selecting the Active Port Auto Sca
42. t then press ENTER icon appears before the list to indicate that it 1s currently selected F3 SET ADMINISTRATOR The administrator and each user can set up an individual working environment A separate profile for each operator is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username provided during login 16 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual To change a setting Double click or move the highlight bar to the setting then press ENTER After you select an item a submenu with further choices opens To make a selection double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press ENTER An icon appears before the selected choice Setting Function OSD Hotkey Selects which hotkey activates the OSD function SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK CTRL CTRL or ALT ALT Since the CTRI or ALT key combinations may conflict with programs running on the computers the default is the SCROLL LOCK combination Port ID Display Position Port ID Display Duration Location of the port ID on the monitor The default is the upper left corner To change the location Use the mouse or the arrow keys plus PAGE UP PAGE DOWN HOME END and 5 on the numeric keypad with NUM LOCK off to position the port ID display then press ENTER to lock the position and return to the Set submenu Note The setting affects the currently selected port Change the setting for each port individually De
43. ter may not boot when you run it for the first time unless the correct operating system is set for the port to which it is connected Set Cat 5 Length Lets you specify how long the Cat 5e 6 cable between the port and the adapter cable 15 Press SPACEBAR to cycle through the cable length settings S Short for up to 25 m M Medium for between 20 and 35 m L Long for above 35 m An S M or L appears next to the port to indicate the choice Set Keyboard Language Sets the keyboard language layout for the computers attached to each port Press SPACEBAR to cycle through the choices The default is English US Firmware Upgrade In order to upgrade the KVM switch and adapter cable firmware see Firmware Upgrade Utility on page 29 the Firmware Upgrade mode must first be enabled with this setting The current firmware version levels display in this menu Select Y to enable Firmware Upgrade mode or N to leave this menu without enabling it Adapter Upgrade This function allows the administrator to check the firmware version of the KVM adapter cable The current firmware version levels display in this menu Set Login Mode This function allows the administrator to request users to login or not When the login dialog box is disabled the system disables the login logout function If the system is re started the login logout function remains disabled KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM011
44. termines how long a port ID displays on the monitor after a port change has taken place There are two choices 3 seconds and Off Port ID Display Mode Selects how the port ID is displayed the port number alone PORT NUMBER the port name alone PORT NAME or the port number plus the port name PORT NUMBER PORT NAME The default is PORT NUMBER PORT NAME Scan Duration Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles through the selected ports in Auto Scan mode Enter a value from 1 255 seconds then press ENTER The default is 5 seconds A setting of 0 zero disables the Scan function Scan Skip Mode Selects which computers will be accessed under Skip mode and Auto Scan mode Choices are ALL the ports which have been set Accessible QUICK VIEW Only those ports which have been set Accessible and selected as Quick View Ports POWERED ON Only ports which have been set Accessible and are Powered On QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Only those ports which have been set Accessible selected as Quick View Ports are Powered On The default is ALL Screenblanker If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the screen becomes blank Enter a value from 1 30 minutes then press ENTER A setting of 0 zero disables the function The default is OFF Hotkey Command Enables Disables the Hotkey function see Hotkey Operation on page 22
45. to enter your username and password opens The username and password may be up to 16 characters long and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers A Z 0 9 For each user enter the username and password then press ENTER To modify or delete a previous username and or password use the backspace key to erase the letters or numbers The Sun icon indicates data 15 stored in the account 18 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Set Accessible Ports This function allows the administrator to define user access to the computers on the installation on a port by port basis For each user select the target port then press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices F Full Access V View Only or N No Access Repeat until all access rights have been set then press ESC The default is F for all users on all ports Note An N setting means that no access rights are granted The port will not show up on the user s list on the Main Screen Edit Port Names To identify which computer is attached to a particular port every port can be assigned a name This function allows the administrator to create modify or delete port names To assign a port name Click on the port or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press ENTER Add the new port name or modify delete the old one The maximum number of characters allowed for the port name is 14 Legal characters include
46. umbers display on the command line as you enter them Use BACKSPACE to erase mistakes 3 Press ENTER to exit Hotkey mode Auto Scanning can now be started Invoking Auto Scan To invoke Auto Scanning mode enter the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke Hotkey mode NUM Lock or CTRL F12 2 Press A ENTER While in Auto Scan mode scanning can be paused to keep the focus on a particular computer by pressing P When paused the Command Line displays Auto Scan Paused To keep the focus on a particular computer pausing is more convenient than exiting Auto Scan mode When scanning resumes it starts at the computer where scanning was paused If Auto Scanning is exited and then restarted it starts with the first computer on the installation Press any key to resume scanning starting from the computer where scanning was paused While Auto Scan mode is operating ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended Only Auto Scan compliant keystrokes can be input Exit Auto Scan mode to regain normal control of the console Exiting Auto Scan To exit Auto Scan press Esc or SPACEBAR Scanning stops when Auto Scan is exited KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 23 Skip Mode Switching Switch between computers to manually monitor them Focus on a particular port for as long as you like as opposed to auto scanning which automatically switches the port focus after a fixed interval
47. upgrade this switch should be in the normal position If a firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade recovery see Firmware Upgrade Utility on page 29 Q Reset Switch The switch is recessed and must be pushed with a small object such as the end of a paper clip or a ballpoint pen To perform a system reset press and release when the unit is running Note This does not clear User Account information StationID LED The KVM switch s Station ID is displayed here If this is a single station installation or the first station on the installation the switch ID is 01 On a tiered installation the KVM switch auto senses its position and displays the station ID that corresponds to its place in the installation see Port ID Numbering on page 12 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the Port administrator s computer to the KVM switch plugs into this RJ 11 connector Q Console Port The port is for installation with Rack LCD Console AP5717 or 5719 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual KVM0116A Qno TLL Ce CL JL JE o Jo 25 JL J JL ur 300 wo aem0464a Item Co
48. use with the KVM switch Module Function KVM PS2 Connects to devices with PS 2 ports KVM USB Connects to devices with USB ports AP5262 APC KVM Chain In Out Cable 2 ft 0 6 m AP5263 APC KVM Chain In Out Cable 6 ft 1 8 m Supported operating systems Microsoft Windows Linux UNIX Mac DOS Maximum server connections Parent Ports Child Ports Max Connections Chained KVM Model Tiered KVM Tiered Connections KVM0108A 8 KVM0108A 8 265 32 KVM0116A 16 KVM0216A 16 512 32 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Component Identification Front Y Power KVMO116A O O 00000000 3 8 7 8 KVM0108A Component Description Power LED Lights to indicate that the KVM switch is powered and ready to operate oo Port LEDs Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch The Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding KVM Ports GREEN The server attached to the port is On Line RED The server attached to the port is Selected has KVM focus GREEN RED ORANGE The server attached to the port is On Line and Selected The LEDs are continuously ON under normal conditions An LED will flash at half second intervals when its corresponding port is accessed under Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode During normal operation and while performing a firmware
49. uto sensing function recognizes the position of each station on the installation eliminating the need to manually set the position and a front panel LED displays each station s position Updates are available at www apc com The Firmware Upgrade function performs installation Simple installation and operation Plug and play installation No software required Station positions are automatically recognized Computer selection is done using hotkeys or multi language On Screen Display OSD menus Single console control Access and control up to 8 KVM0108A or 16 KVM01164A servers from a single PS 2 or USB KVM keyboard monitor and mouse console Scalability Connect up to 31 switches Control up to 512 servers KVM0116A from the console Easy installation Plug cables into their appropriate ports No software to configure Hardware independent cross platform support RJ 45 connectors and cat 5e 6 cabling The KVM0108A or KVMO116A can be installed in a 1U system rack Take advantage of internal network wiring in most modern commercial buildings KVM adapter cables connect to servers Mix PS 2 and USB interfaces connecting the KVM switch to the devices Strong password protection prevents unauthorized access Multiple user accounts Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts Effortless upgrades Simultaneously upgrade all in series KVM switches and server modules Auto scanning and broadcast mode Auto scanning prov
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