Belkin F1DW216 user manual Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of this Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch with CAT5 Extension (the Switch). Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering high-quality, durable products at a competitive price. Designed to give you control over multiple computers and servers from up to four consoles, the Switch comes in a variety of capacities suitable for all configurations, large or small.

Belkin has designed and developed this Switch with the server administrator in mind. The result is the OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch with CAT5 Extension, which surpasses any other switch on the market. Engineered to enhance the most advanced server room and laboratory environments, The Switch offers:

•Operation at a distance of 1000 feet from the KVM Switch, using CAT5 extension technology

•Reduced cable clutter and bulk

•Quad-bus technology, for expanded control by up to four simultaneous users

•Dual-console* support, expandable to four consoles

•IntelliView Graphical On-Screen Display

•PS/2 and USB mix-and-match keyboard and mouse support

•Multilevel security

•USB flash-upgrade capability using AutoUpdate™

•Dedicated daisy-chain ports

•Server connection diagnostics

•Intuitive port indicators

•Direct-access port selectors

•Belkin 5-Year Warranty

*Available on 2x16 model only (F1DW216C)

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Contents OmniView Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Overview Feature OverviewAutoScan Direct-Access Port SelectorsHot Keys Reprogrammable Hot Key Initiator SequenceEquipment Requirements Product Specifications Front View with Fascia Flipped Down F1DW216C Front View of the Switch F1DW216CFront View with Fascia Flipped Down F1DW116C Back View of the KVM Switch F1DW216CCable Length Recommendations InstallationPre-Configuration Installing the Switch into a Server RackStandalone Switch Installation Initial switch position for video compensationConnecting Computers to the Switch Connect the Console Connecting Multiple Switches Daisy-Chaining DIP Switch Configuration Chart Installation Before you beginExample F1DE101A-AP Adding Additional Units Example of Daisy-Chain ConfigurationConnecting the Daisy-Chain Cable Connecting the ComputersPowering Up the Systems Using Your Switch Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port SelectorsStandalone Configuration Daisy-Chain Configuration Static Mode IdleSelect Mode Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands Using the AutoScan Function from the Front Panel AutoScan ModeUsing the MultiView Feature Input and Navigation Features Using Your Switch ID Column MainGroup Column Computer Name ColumnMouse Column Security ColumnConsole Column Scan Column SetupSecurity User Columns 1, 2, 3, G PasswordsPassword Entry Fields Options Using Your Switch Using Your Switch Error Messages and Dialogs Updating Firmware AutoUpdate Firmware Update UtilityInstalling the AutoUpdate application Connecting the computer to the SwitchUsing Your Switch Updating Devices via the Web Using Your Switch Updating your KVM Manually with a File from a Local Disk Using Your Switch Using Your Switch Completing a Standalone KVM Firmware Update Completing the Firmware UpdateTroubleshooting Glossary Glossary FCC Statement InformationP74342