Black Box ACR1000A-R, ACR1000A-T, ACR1002A To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility Dual

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Chapter 3: Installation

3.2.1.2 To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility Dual

Use either a standard DVI-D cable (or optionally a Dual Link DVI-D cable) to connect the primary video port of the computer system to the DVI-D-1 connector of the ServSwitch Agility Dual. For dual link connections, a similar dual link cable must also be used at the remote unit.

1Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the ServSwitch Agility Dual and the host computer.

2Connect a standard or dual DVI-D link cable to the DVI-D-1 socket on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-4.

Standard or dual link cable from host computer

DVI-D-1

DVI-D-2

COMPUTER

Figure 3-4. Connect a standard or dual link DVI-D cable to the DVI-D-1 socket.

3 Connect the plug at the other end of the cable to the corresponding video output socket of the host computer.

3.2.1.3 To make two video links on ServSwitch Agility Dual

Use two single link DVI-D cables to connect the primary and secondary DVI video ports of the computer to allow two video displays to be used at the remote unit.

1Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the ServSwitch Agility Dual and the host computer.

2Connect standard DVI link cables to the DVI-D-1 and DVI-D-2 sockets on the Local unit rear panel. See Figure 3-5.

DVI-D-1

DVI-D-2

COMPUTER

From primary video output port

From secondary video output port

Figure 3-5. Connect standard DVI-D link cables to the DVI-D-1 and DVI-D-2 sockets.

3At the other end of the link cables, connect the cable from socket DVI-D-1 to the computer's primary video port and the cable from socket DVI-D-2 to the computer's secondary video port.

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Contents ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual Trademarks Used in this Manual ServSwitch Agility and Agility DualFCC and IC RFI Statements ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual Table of Contents ServSwitch Agility Dual Specifications ServSwitch AgilityOne-to-Many Configuration One-to-One ConfigurationOverview IntroductionServSwitch Agility/Dual and ServSwitch iPath Mixing ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual unitsIndicators ServSwitch Agility unit featuresServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit SER ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unitServSwitch Agility Dual local transmitter unit ServSwitch Agility Dual unit featuresServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unit front panel ServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unitServSwitch Agility Remote Unit Package ACR1000A-R ServSwitch Agility Local Unit Package ACR1000A-TServSwitch Agility Pair Package ACR1000A ServSwitch Agility Dual Local Unit Package ACR1002A-TRack Brackets Installation MountingUsing the Vesa Mounting Bracket InstallationLocal Video Link To make a single video link on ServSwitch AgilityConnections To make two video links on ServSwitch Agility Dual To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility DualLocal Audio Links To make audio links on ServSwitch AgilityTo make audio links on ServSwitch Agility Dual Local USB Link Local AUX Port Connecting the serial link cable to Local unit socketPower supply identification Local PowerLocal/Remote Network Link To link Agility Dual units using fiber optic links Remote Video Display To connect a single DVI display to the ServSwitch AgilityTo connect two DVI displays to the ServSwitch Agility Dual Remote Microphone & Speakers Supported USB Devices USB DevicesRemote AUX Port For Agility For Agility Dual Manual Factory Reset Configuration Initial configurationTo perform a manual factory reset Networked linkingAccessing the Browser-Based Configuration Utility ConfigurationBrowser-Based Configuration Utility To upgrade a single unit via network link Performing an upgradeOperation Front Panel IndicatorsOperation Further information Choosing the right switch Appendix A. Tips for success when networking Agility unitsLayer 2 and Layer 3 switches known to work AppendicesRecommended layout Creating an efficient network layoutConfiguring the switches and devices Remedies There are a few possible causes Igmp Snooping Appendix C. Glossary Internet Group Management ProtocolIgmp Querier Igmp Fast-Leave aka Immediate LeaveSpanning Tree Protocol STP Jumbo frames Jumbo packetsForwarding modes Agility transmitter video settingsNetwork connection Layer 2 and Layer 3 The OSI modelSupported video modes Appendix E. Safety Information About Black Box Black Box Tech Support FREE! Live /7

ACR1000A, ACR1000A-R, ACR1002A, ACR1002A-T, ACR1002A-R specifications

The Black Box ACR1000A-T, ServSwitch AgilityTM, Agility DualTM, ACR1002A-R, ACR1002A-T, and ACR1002A are advanced solutions designed to optimize switching and management capabilities in complex IT environments. These devices cater to various needs, primarily focusing on KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switching and user-friendly operations, making them invaluable in data centers, server rooms, and large corporate infrastructures.

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