Black Box KV4116A, KV2116A manual Computer terminal operations, Console menu, Network configuration

Page 45

CHAPTER 5: COMPUTER TERMINAL OPERATIONS

5.Computer terminal operations

5.1The Console menu

Each appliance can be configured at the appliance level through the Console menu interface accessed through the configuration port on the rear of the appliance. All terminal commands are accessed through a terminal or computer running terminal emulation software. This is not the best method for setting options for the appliance. The preferred method is to make all configuration settings in the ServSelect IP VM Software. See the ServSelect IP VM Software Installation and User’s Guide for more information.

Network configuration

To configure network settings using the Console menu, complete the following steps:

1.When you turn on the appliance, the appliance initializes for approximately one minute. After it completes initialization, press any key on the terminal or on the com- puter running the terminal emulation software to access the Console menu interface. The terminal can be connected at any time, even when the appliance is already turned on.

2.The Console Main menu opens. Type 1 and press Enter for the Network Configura- tion option. The Network Configuration menu opens.

3.Type 1 and press Enter to set the network speed. You should set the connection man- ually without relying on the auto negotiate feature. After pressing Enter, you are returned to the Network Configuration menu.

4.Type 2 and press Enter to specify whether you are using a static or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) address. A static IP address can be used to provide a user-defined IP address, netmask, and default gateway for the appliance. Use a static IP address for ease of configuration. DHCP is a protocol that automates the configu- ration of TCP/IP-enabled computers. When DHCP is selected, the IP Address, Net- mask, and Default Gateway settings are automatically assigned to the appliance and cannot be modified by a user. If you are using the DHCP option, configure the DHCP target device to provide an IP address to the appliance and then skip step 5.

5.Select the remaining options from the Network Configuration menu to finish the con- figuration of the appliance with an IP address, netmask, default gateway, and ping response.

6.Type 0 (zero) and press Enter to return to the Console Main menu. The appliance will then reboot.

Other Console Main menu options

Besides the Network Configuration option, the Console Main menu of the appliance has the following menu items: Firmware Management, Enable Debug Messages, Restore Factory Defaults, Reset Appliance, and Exit. Each is discussed in the following section.

Firmware Management

This menu contains the FLASH Download selection. For more information, see “Appendix A” beginning on page 45.

43

Page 44 Page 46
Image 45
Page 44 Page 46
Contents MAY KV2116A KV2116E KV4116A KV4116EPage KV2116A KV2116E KV4116A KV4116E Welcome to the ServSelect FamilyServselect IP VM INSTALLER/USER Guide Japanese Compliance Statement Other Agency Approvals Compliance StatementsInstallation Product Specification Product overviewBasic operations Computer terminal operationsProduct Specification Local PortSerial Port User Consoles ServSelect IP VM appliance product specificationsProduct overview Features and benefitsGlossary Intelligent cablesOSD graphical user interface Virtual MediaAccessing target devices Accessing the appliance through network connectionVideo Flash upgradabilityDevice Local user Digital user Example ServSelect IP VM appliance configurationInstallation Installation overviewSetting up the network Required items Cord Digital User ServSelect IP VMPeripherals SAM module Servers Safety Precautions Connecting the appliance hardwareRack mount safety considerations Connecting local peripheral devices Connecting a SAM to each target deviceVerifying Ethernet connections To connect local virtual media, complete the following stepTiering multiple appliances To tier multiple appliances, complete the following steps Local user a ServSelect IP VM applianceServSelect III VM appliance tiered ACI port Configuring ServSelect IP VM Software Adjusting mouse settingsAdding earlier-model appliances Local user ServSelect IP VM Tiered appliance Appliance configuration with an earlier-model applianceSetting up the appliance Controlling the switching system from the analog Port Basic operationsStarting the OSD interface Connecting a user to a target device OSD interface status symbolsSymbol Description Click Setup Menu Using the OSD interfaceOSD interface navigation basics Key, key combination, or Result Mouse actionConnecting local virtual media Option Purpose Configuring the appliance and the OSD interfaceAssigning target device names To access the Names window, complete the following stepsNames window To access the Devices window, complete the following steps Assigning device typesTo assign a device type, complete the following steps Changing the display behavior To access the Menu window, complete the following stepsSelecting display language Controlling the status flagTo select a language for the OSD interface FlagDescription OSD interface status flags10. Set Position window Setting the keyboard country codeTo enable the screen saver, complete the following steps Setting appliance securityTo disable the screen saver, complete the following steps To set or change a password, complete the following steps12. Preempt window Setting the preemption warningCommands to manage routine tasks for the target device Managing target device tasks using the OSD interfaceTo access the Commands window, complete the following steps Feature PurposeDisplaying version information Upgrading the firmwareTo view version information, complete the following steps Viewing the display configuration Viewing and disconnecting user connectionsTo upgrade firmware, complete the following steps To disconnect a user, complete the following steps Resetting the keyboard and mouse18. Scan window Scanning the switching systemRunning switching system diagnostics To cancel scan mode, complete one of the following stepsTo start the Scan mode, complete the following steps To run diagnostic tests, complete the following steps Diagnostic test details21. Broadcast window Broadcasting to target devicesServselect IP VM INSTALLER/USER Guide Computer terminal operations Network configurationConsole menu Other Console Main menu optionsSet/Change Password Enable Debug MessagesTo change the password Restore Factory DefaultsRepairing damaged firmware Appendix a Flash upgradesTo repair damaged firmware, complete the following steps Booting a computer using virtual memory Appendix B Virtual mediaVirtual media and USB 2.0 constraints Virtual media restrictions Cabling installation, maintenance, and safety tips Wiring standardsTable C.1 UTP wiring standards Pin Appendix C UTP cablingServselect IP VM INSTALLER/USER Guide Appendix D Getting help and technical Assistance Before you callGetting help and information from the World Wide Web Page Page Page Page Page Page Doc. No -620-501A Customer Support Information
Top Page Image Contents