Black Box KV120E To install the ServSelect IP hardware, To configure the ServSelect IP hardware

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SERVSELECT™ IP INSTALLER/USER GUIDE

To install the ServSelect IP hardware:

1.Connect a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal™) to the configuration port on the back panel of the appliance using an RS-232 DB9 null modem cable. The terminal should be set to 9600 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and no flow control.

2.Plug the supplied power cord into the back of the appliance and then into an appropriate power source.

3.When you turn on the power, the Power indicator on the front of the unit will blink for 30 seconds while performing a self-test. Approximately 10 seconds after it stops blinking, press the Enter key to access the main menu.

To configure the ServSelect IP hardware:

1.You will see the Terminal Applications menu with six options. Select option 1, Network Configuration.

Figure 3-3. Network Configuration Menu

2.Select option 1 to set your network speed. When possible, you should set your connection manually without relying on the auto negotiate feature. Once you enter your selection, you will be returned to the Network Configuration menu.

3.Select option 2 and specify if you are using a static or BootP IP address. Use a static IP address for ease of configuration. If you are using a BootP address, please configure your BootP server to provide an IP address to the appliance, skip step 4 and continue to the next procedure.

4.Select options 3-5 from the Terminal Applications menu, in turn, to finish configuring your appliance for IP address, Netmask and Default Gateway. Once this is completed, type a Ø to return to the main menu.

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Contents Page Page Welcome to the ServSwitch Family Servselect IP INSTALLER/USER Guide Compliance Statements Normas Oficiales Mexicanas NOM Electrical Safety Statement Instrucciones DE SeguridadNOM Statement Contents Specifications Agency ApprovalsServer Access Modules Features and BenefitsIntroduction Access via network connection Point and click control with ServSelect IP SoftwareSafety Precautions Rackmount safety considerationsInstallation Setting up your networkGetting Started Supplied with the ServSelect IPTo install the 1U switch mounting bracket Rackmounting Your ServSelect IPInstalling the ServSelect IP Basic ServSelect IP ConfigurationTo install the ServSelect IP hardware To configure the ServSelect IP hardwareFor Microsoft Windows NT using default drivers To adjust the mouse accelerationFor Microsoft Windows 2000/Windows XP To connect a SAM adapter to each serverTo add a KV158A ServSwitch Multi Z8 switch ServSelect IP Configuration with a Legacy KVM SwitchSetting Up Your ServSelect IP and Software To connect the network and turn on your ServSelect IPTo access the Main dialog box Analog Port OperationControlling Your System at the Analog Port Viewing and Selecting Ports and ServersViewing the status of your appliance OSD Status SymbolsSelecting servers To configure servers for soft switching Soft switchingTo soft switch to a server Navigating the OSD OSD Navigation BasicsSetup Features to Manage Routine Tasks for your Servers Configuring the OSDTo access the Setup menu Assigning server names To access the Names dialog boxTo assign names to servers To access the Devices dialog box Assigning device typesTo access the Menu dialog box To choose the default display order of serversTo set a Screen Delay Time for the OSD Changing the display behaviorControlling the status flag To access the Flag dialog boxTo determine how the status flag is displayed To access the Security dialog box Setting console securityTo set or change the password To password protect your console To remove password protection from your consoleTo enable the screen saver mode with no password protection To log in to your consoleViewing and Disconnecting User Connections To exit the screen saver modeTo turn off the screen saver To immediately turn on the screen saverTo reset the mouse and keyboard values Resetting Your Keyboard and MouseTo disconnect a user Displaying Version Information To display version informationScanning Your System To add servers to the scan listTo remove a server from the scan list 16. Scan Dialog BoxTo cancel scan mode To start the scan modeBroadcasting to Servers To broadcast to selected servers To access the Broadcast dialog boxTo turn broadcasting off Configuring the Terminal Menu To access the Terminal menuNetwork Configuration Terminal OperationsEnable Debug Messages Set/Change PasswordTo change the password Firmware ManagementCalling Black BOX TroubleshootingShipping and Packaging Upgrading the ServSelect IP Appendix Flash UpgradesTo upload a new Flash file To simultaneously upgrade multiple SAMs Upgrading the SAM firmwareTo upgrade SAM firmware individually Figure A-2. SAM Upgrade Dialog BoxClick the Load Firmware button. The Load dialog box appears Page Page

KV120A, KV212E, KV120E specifications

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