Tripp Lite 932845 owner manual Features, System Requirements

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4.Introduction (continued)

4.2Features

Console KVM Switch with built-in IP Access in a dual-rail housing with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in 1U of rack space.

Integrated KVM console with 17” LCD monitor, keyboard, and touchpad.

Dual-Rail – LCD Monitor module can slide independently of the keyboard/ touchpad module.

A single console controls up to 16 computers – cascade additional units to control up to 256 computers.

Remotely access computers via the LAN, WAN, or Internet – control your installation when and where you want.

Grayscale option to improve transfer speed in low bandwidth situations.

User-selectable network transfer rate.

Optional external console ports located on the rear of the unit – manage computers in the LCD KVM switch from an external console (PS/2 keyboard, monitor, and PS/2 mouse).

Optional external PS/2 mouse port on Keyboard panel – provides a convenient setup for an external mouse.

Console lock – enables the console modules to remain securely locked away in position when not in use.

Internet browser access – Windows Client and Java Client provided, Java Client works with most operating systems*.

4.3System Requirements

4.3.1Optional External Console

A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation.

PS/2 keyboard and mouse.

4.3.2Computers

The following equipment must be installed on each computer:

• A VGA, SVGA or MultiSync video graphics card with an HD15 port.

Note: The integrated LCD monitor’s maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz. Ensure that none of the computer resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor’s maximum resolution.

Either:

PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin Mini-DIN).

USB port.

4.3.4 Cables

Custom wired PS/2 and USB KVM cable kits are available via Tripp Lite for use with the NetDirector Console KVM Switch with IP Access. You must use these custom wired KVM cable kits when connecting to a computer/server to ensure the KVM operation.

Graphical OSD and graphical toolbars for convenient, user-friendly operation.

Up to 64 user accounts – up to 32 concurrent remote logins.

Panel Array Mode – view all ports at the same time.

Message board feature allows logged in users to communicate with each other and allows a remote user to take exclusive control of the KVM functions.

Windows-based Log Server.

Three user account types: Administrator, User, and Select.

Advanced security features include password protection and advanced encryption technologies: 1024-bit RSA, 256-bit AES, 56-bit DES, and 128-bit SSL.

Supports RADIUS server authentication.

Flash firmware upgradable over a network connection.

Ports can be set to Exclusive, Occupy and Share.

Network Interfaces: TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, UDP, RADIUS, DHCP, SSL, ARP, DNS, 10Base-T/100Base-TX, Auto Sense, and Ping.

High video resolution: up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz (17” LCD monitor);

1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz (remote computer).

* Browsers must support 128-bit SSL encryption.

4.3.3Remote Computers

For best results, computers that remotely access the KVM switch should have at least a Pentium III 1 GHz processor, with their screen resolution set to 1024 x 768.

Users who want to access the KVM switch with the Windows Client must have DirectX 7.0 or higher installed.

If you don’t already have it, DirectX is available for free download from Microsoft’s Website: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads.

Users who want to access the KVM switch with the Java Client must have Sun’s Java 2 (1.4.2 or higher) runtime environment installed. Java is available for free download from the Sun Java Website: http://java. sun.com.

Browsers must support 128-bit SSL encryption.

For best results, a network transfer speed of at least 128 Kbps is recommended.

Item

Length

Part Number

PS/2 KVM Cable Kit

6 ft.

P774-006

PS/2 KVM Cable Kit

10 ft.

P774-010

PS/2 KVM Cable Kit

15 ft.

P774-015

PS/2 KVM Cable Kit

25 ft.

P774-025

USB KVM Cable Kit

6 ft.

P776-006

USB KVM Cable Kit

10 ft.

P776-010

USB KVM Cable Kit

19 ft.

P776-019

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Contents Th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA Console KVM Switch With IP AccessTable of Contents Java Client Warranty Warranty RegistrationLog File Log ServerFCC Information Package ContentsUser Notice IntroductionSystem Requirements FeaturesSupported operating systems are shown in the table, below ComponentsLCD Module Rack Mounting InstallationGeneral Safety Instructions Two-Stage Installation Single-Stage InstallationStandard Rack Mounting Standard Rack MountingOpening the Console Basic OperationAdjustment Settings LCD OSD ConfigurationClosing the Console LCD ButtonsAdministration Choice Meaning MainPort Operation Setting Function ConfigurationAs Quick View ports Quick View + Powered on Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl. SinceGeneral AdministrationDescription Heading DescriptionLog Server Access PortField Explanation HttpRadius Server Access Rights Network Transfer Rate Check Enable RadiusIP Address DNS ServerUSM0 All Default Webpage NameIP and MAC Filtering Login Failures AdministationWorking Mode MiscellaneousUpgrading the Firmware Reset On Exit Minutes before logging backLog Parameter ExplanationTo log in from an Internet browser Browser OperationLogging Webpage Icons Webpage LayoutGeneral Dialog Box Webpage ButtonsActivating the OSD Windows ClientWindows Client Control Panel Windows Client OSDDialog box. See .1, Activating the OSD, for details Click to exit the remote viewIcon Purpose Default Hotkey RGB Gamma AdjustmentOption Usage Message Display Panel Button BarCompose Panel User List PanelOSD Toolbar Icons Multiuser Operation Keyboard and Mouse Considerations Java ClientJava Client Control Panel Java Client OSDWindows XP / Windows Server WindowsWindows ME / Windows Windows NT / WindowsMessage Board Button Bar Log File on Remote Main Log FileStarting Up InstallationLog Server Menu Bar MaintenanceSearch Field ExplanationLog Server Main Screen KVM switch’s OSD see sectionList Panel ConnectionWindows Client AP OperationTerm Explanation Click DisconnectAllows the user to create a named work file so its File MenuTools Menu Ending the Session Java ClientOSD Factory Default Settings SpecificationsSetting Default AppendixWhen viewing a computer with a high screen TroubleshootingResolution from a remote computer, I can’t see Entire desktop View the rest of the desktopMdac 2.7 RTM Refresh Warranty Registration WarrantyScreen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x About HD15 Connectors