Belkin F1DA104Z, F1DA108Z Pre-Configuration, Where to Place the PRO3 KVM Switch, For USB Servers

Installation

Pre-Configuration

Where to Place the PRO3 KVM Switch

The enclosure of the PRO3 KVM Switch is designed for stand-alone or rack-mount configuration. The 8- and 16-Port PRO3 KVM Switches are natively rack-mountable in standard, 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount hardware is included with these Switches for a sturdy rack installation. An optional OmniView Rack-Mount Kit (F1D005) is available for use with the 4-Port PRO3 KVM Switch.

Consider the following when deciding where to place the PRO3 KVM Switch:

•whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors

•the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse

•the location of your servers in relation to your console

•the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch

Cable-Distance Requirements:

For PS/2 Servers:

VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet (7.6m). Beyond that length, the probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, Belkin recommends that the length of the cables between the PRO3 KVM Switch and the connected servers does not exceed 25 feet (7.6m).

For USB Servers:

USB signals can be transmitted up to 15 feet (4.5m) between the PRO3 KVM Switch and server. Beyond that length, the probability of USB-signal failure is likely, and may cause the device to fail.

Note: The Belkin OmniView CAT5 Extender (F1D084) may be used to extend your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m).

Cautions and Warnings!

Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air-conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).

Before attempting to connect anything to the PRO3 KVM Switch or your servers, ensure that everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables while servers are powered on may cause irreversible damage of the servers and/or the PRO3 KVM Switches. Belkin is not responsible for damage caused in this way.

You are now ready to begin installation of your PRO3 KVM Switch. The following sections (pages 11-19) provide complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single PRO3 KVM Switch (F1DA104Z, F1DA108Z, F1DA116Z).

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