ATEN Technology ACS-1216AL, ACS-1208AL user manual Firmware Upgrade Utility, Introduction

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Chapter 5.

The Firmware Upgrade Utility

This chapter explains the use and function of the Firmware Upgrade Utility: how to get the firmware upgrade files; and how to complete the process successfully.

Introduction

Purpose The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) is to provide an automated process for make upgrad- ing the KVM switch’s firmware as smooth and painless as possible.

The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device.

As new firmware revisions become available, new firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site:

http://www.aten.com.tw/basic/download.html

Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them.

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Contents ACS-1208AL ACS-1216AL For additional information 2003-01-27 Packing List Table of Contents Appendix B, Module Removal Firmware Upgrade UtilityAppendix A, Technical Information Appendix C, Rack MountingAbout This Manual OverviewKey information Viii 2003-01-27 Introduction Overview2003-01-27 Features Hardware Requirements Function CS Part Number2L-1700 / 2L-1701 2L-5201P / 5202P / 5203P ACS-1208AL / ACS1216AL Front View CoverKeyboard Power LED ACS-1208AL / ACS-1216AL Rear View Cable Tie SlotFirmware Upgrade Port LCD OSD Configuration LCD OSDBefore you Begin InstallationSingle Stage Installation Daisy Chaining Installation ACS-1216AL Switching Station Positions Hot PluggingPort ID Numbering Powering Off and Restarting Port Selection2003-01-27 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port AccessInvoking Hotkey Mode Selecting the Active Port Press EnterSetting the Scan Interval Invoking Auto Scan Hotkey Operation Control Hotkey SummaryOSD Operation OSD OperationWEB Server Heading Explanation OSD NavigationOSD Main Screen Headings SN-PNOSD Functions F1 GotoF2 List Choice MeaningScroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl Setting FunctionF3 SET Quick View + Powered on Only those Ports which F4 ADM + / . and Space View Ports AccessibleSET Quick PortsStation IDS ResetUpgrade FirmwareF5 SKP F6 BRC F7 Scan F8 Lout 2003-01-27 Firmware Upgrade Utility IntroductionBegin Performing the Upgrade Upgrade2003-01-27 Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Failed Firmware Upgrade Recovery 2003-01-27 ACS-1208AL Technical InformationACS-1208AL / ACS-1216AL Connection Tables MVsACS-1216AL OSD Factory Default SettingsSetting Default Specifications Function ACS-1208AL ACS-1216ALClear Login Information Symptom Possible Cause Action TroubleshootingLimited Warranty 2003-01-27 Module Removal Removing the KVM ModuleRemoving the Keyboard and Touchpad Module Removal 2003-01-27 Rack Mounting Standard Rack MountingOptional Rack Mounting Rack Mounting 2003-01-27 Index ACS-1216LLCD