Belkin F1DA208Z manual Installation, Pre-Configuration, Where to Place the PRO3 KVM Switch

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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.

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 8-14) provide complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single PRO3 KVM Switch (F1DA208Z, F1DA216Z).

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Contents OmniView PRO3 Dual-User KVM Switch Table of Contents Introduction Package ContentsOverview Feature OverviewOverview Equipment RequirementsCables OS Platforms System RequirementsKeyboards MiceUnit Display Diagrams Front View of the PRO3 KVM SwitchBack View of the PRO3 KVM Switch Specifications Pre-Configuration InstallationWhere to Place the PRO3 KVM Switch Cable-Distance Requirements For PS/2 ServersInstallation Mounting the PRO3 KVM SwitchBracket Installation Connecting the Console to the PRO3 KVM Switch US power adapter shown Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch PS/2 Connection Power up your server Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch USB Connection Step Connecting Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches Daisy-Chaining Example of Daisy-Chain Configuration How Bank Addresses are AssignedExample Getting Started Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches StepConnecting the Servers Powering Up the Systems Selecting a Server or Bank Using Hot-Key Commands Using your PRO3 KVM SwitchUsing your PRO3 KVM Switch AutoScan Mode Main OSD OSD Keyboard CommandsMain-Menu-Page Keyboard Commands Main MenuMain Menu page allows you to User Setting LanguagePort Name Edit Access List User name admin Password belkinUser Name Password Hot Key AutoScan Time Keyboard Hot-Key-Command ShortcutsSun Combo and Mac Key Mapping Updating Firmware To update the firmware, you will need the following itemsFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Am getting a black screen on my monitor TroubleshootingMouse is lost when I switch to a different port TroubleshootingMouse is not detected at boot up Server boots up, but the mouse does not workUSB Glossary Glossary FCC Statement InformationCE Declaration of Conformity What the period of coverage isWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?Information How state law relates to the warranty Belkin Tech Support Belkin International, IncBelkin B.V
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