Belkin P74696 manual Feature Overview, Quad-Bus Technology, AutoUpdate

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Overview

Feature Overview

 

 

This User Manual will provide details about your new Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch, from installation and operation to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem.

For quick and easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in your packaging.

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE 1U Rack-Mount Console with Built-In 8-Port KVM Switch. We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why Belkin is the number one-selling brand in KVM switches worldwide.

*For simplicity, the 1U Rack-Mount Console with Built-In 8-Port KVM Switch will be referred to as the “Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch” in this User Manual.

Feature Overview

Quad-Bus Technology

Multiple KVM Switches and KVM Expanders can be daisy-chained together to allow up to four consoles to simultaneously control up to 256 servers.

IntelliView Graphical On-Screen Display (OSD) with Mouse Support

The IntelliView OSD simplifies server management by allowing you to assign individual names to each connected server in your configuration and to organize the servers into groups. The OSD also provides a visual means of switching between servers, checking server-connection status, assigning security levels to each server, and setting the time interval for the AutoScan function.

AutoUpdate™

The exclusive AutoUpdate system from Belkin and flash-upgradeable firmware allow you to obtain the latest firmware upgrades for your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch. These upgrades allow you to maintain consistent compatibility with the latest devices and servers. Firmware updates are free for the life of your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch. Please visit us at www.belkin.com for complete update information and support.

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Contents OmniView Enterprise 1U Rack-Mount Console with Built-In 8-Port KVM SwitchRack-mount console Table of Contents Package Contents Quad-Bus Technology Feature OverviewAutoUpdate Hot Keys Video ResolutionReprogrammable Hot Key Initiator Sequence AutoScanCables Equipment RequirementsOperating System Requirements Front View Unit Display DiagramsLCD Display Buttons Specifications Cable Length Recommendations Pre-ConfigurationStep Section Unlock your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch with keys provided PS/2 Connection USB Connection Section Connecting Multiple KVM Devices Daisy-Chaining Before you begin DIP Switch Configuration ChartInstallation Adding additional units Connecting the Daisy-Chain CableExample of Daisy-Chain Configuration Connecting the servers Powering up the Systems AutoScan Mode Using your Rack-Mount Console KVM SwitchSelecting a Server Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands Using the MultiView Feature Input and Navigation Features Group Column MainComputer Name Column ID ColumnMouse Column Setup ButtonSecurity Column Console ColumnSetup Scan Column AdminScan Time and Change All Button SecurityUser Columns 1, 2, 3, G UserGuest Enable Check Boxes PasswordsPassword Entry Fields Options AutoLogout Enable and TimeBroadcast Passwords Display Inactive Ports Display BannerDisplay Restricted Ports Alternate Attention KeyDaisy-Chain this KVM Switch Disable ViewingAdvanced Dialog Unit ID Assign Bank AddressError Messages and Dialogs Restore Factory DefaultsLogin Dialog Steal Control of this HostSplash Screen BannerUpdating Firmware AutoUpdate Firmware Update UtilityInstalling the AutoUpdate application Connecting the server to the Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch Updating Devices via the Web Using your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch Section Using your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch Completing the Firmware Update Using your Rack-Mount Console KVM Switch Section Glossary Section CE Declaration of Conformity FCC Statement