Minicom Advanced Systems 108 IP Terminology, Compatibility, Client Computer Operating System

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Introduction

Terminology

Security – Supports the highest security standards for encryption (256-bit AES and HTTPS) and authentication for remote user and advanced OSD management, with multi-layer security for the local user.

Centralized Management – Can be controlled by Minicom’s AccessIT/KVM.net systems for centralized over-IP management of distributed data center locations.

1.2 Terminology

The following table describes terms used in this guide.

TermDefinition

Target server The computer/server that is accessed remotely via Smart 108/116 IP

Client computer The PC running a remote Smart 108/116 IP session

Remote session The process of accessing and controlling target servers connected to Smart 108/116 IP from a user workstation

1.3 Compatibility

Smart 108/116 IP is compatible with:

PS/2, SUN, and USB computers/servers

VGA, SVGA, and XGA monitors

Windows, Linux, UNIX, and other major operating systems

1.4 Client Computer Operating System

The client computer operating system must be one of the following:

Windows 2000 or later, with Firefox 3 or Internet Explorer 32-bit 7.0 or later version

Linux with Firefox 3; 128-bit encryption support is required

1.5 Technical Precautions

This equipment generates radio frequency energy, and if not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause radio frequency interference.

This equipment complies with Part 15, Subpart J of the FCC rules for a Class A computing device. This equipment also complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. These above rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operating the equipment in a commercial environment. If operation of this equipment in a residential area causes

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Contents Smart 108/116 IP User Guide Legal Notice Chapters and Their Contents About this DocumentVideo Resolution Style ConventionsArial Bold Refresh Rates Snmp Events TableTable of Contents Conducting a Remote Session Troubleshooting Safe Mode Downloading Update Software and Latest Firmware Table of Figures Smart 108/116 IP Unit Front PanelDelete Keys Confirmation Box Features and Benefits IntroductionProduct Overview Technical Precautions TerminologyCompatibility Client Computer Operating SystemSafety TrademarksWeee Compliance Installation OverviewSystem Components Smart 108/116 IP UnitLED/Button Functionality Port FunctionalityPre-Installation Guidelines Rack Mounting Safety ConsiderationsRack Mounting the Smart 108/116 IP Unit Mounting the UnitConnecting the System To rack mount the Smart 108/116 IP unitConnecting to the Servers Smart 108/116 IP System OverviewConnecting a R ICC/ROC PS/2 To connect the RICC/ROOC PS/2 to a powered on computerConnecting a RICC/ROC USB Connecting a Ricc SUNTo connect the RICC/ROC USB Connecting to the Network Connecting the CAT5 CablesConnecting the KVM Console Connecting the Power Supply To connect the power sup ply to Smart 108/116 IPConfiguring the Network Boot-Up ProcessLogging Onto the Web Configuration Interface Assigning Static IP Addresses for a Number of UnitsMode, select Configuration To log into the Web inteerfaceWeb Configuration Interface Tabs Configuring the Network Settings Web Configuration Toolbar ButtonsConfiguring Device ID Settings ButtonFunctionalityConfiguring the D evice IP Address Configuring Centrralized Management SettingsTo configure Device ID settings To configure Centralized Management settingsConfiguring Network Snmp Settings Configuring User SettingsTo enable and configur e Snmp logging Adding a UserUsers UserDeleting Users Blocking a UserEditing User Infformation To delete a UserConfiguring thhe KVM Switch To configure a KVM switchhConfiguring the Security Settings Server namePerforming Addditional Configuration Operations To configure the security settingsAccount Blocking section Standard Security Policy High Security PolicyInstalling an Sssl Certificate To install an SSL CertifiicateTo upgrade firmware Upgrading FirmmwareDevice Version Upgrade Click Start Upgrade. The upgrade startsRestoring Factoory Settings To restore factory settinngsReloading a To reload aSaving Chang es and Logging Out To save changesTo log off Conducting a Remote Session Starting a Remmote SessionTo log onto a remote sessiion EnterLeave Mode as Remote Access ToolbarSharing a Remote Session Remote Session Toolbar ButtonsButton Description Setting the Session Profile Displaying thhe ToolbarExclusive Session To set the session profiileFull Screen Mode To work in full screen moddeVerifying Remote Presence Solutions Information Changing the Video Performance SettingsTo verify Remote Presence Solutions information To exit full screen modeeTo alter the settings Mode, select Fixed or AdaptiveAdjusting the Video Automatically Adjusting the Video ImageManually Adjus ting Video Settings Refreshing the Video ImageTo manually adjust the video settings Offset, Phase and Scale sectionManaging Keeyboard Sequences Adding a Keybooard SequenceMedium, and High To add a keyboard sequuenceSpecial Key Manager Recording a Ne w Custom Key Editing a Key SequenceSynchronizing Mouse Pointers Deleting Key SequuencesTo delete a keyboard sequence Manually Synchhronizing the Mouse To manually synchronizze mouse pointersUSB Option ExamplesAligning the Mouse Pointers Advanced Mouse EmullationSwitching to a Different Server Disconnecting the Remote SessionCalibrating Mousee Pointers Troubleshooting Safe Mode Entering Safe ModeRestoring Facttory Defaults To enter Safe modeTo restore factory defauults To restore device firmw areRestoring the Device Firmware Upgrade Succeeded Operating the Smart 108/116 IP Switching Sysstem Locally Using the Keeyboard HotkeysUsing the Ossd Configuring the OSD Settings Navigating the OssdSelecting a Computer To select a computerConfiguring thee General Settings To configure the OSD settingsTo configure the generaal settings Configuring Security Setttings  Administrator Status a w ho canTo activate password proteection  Supervisor Status S who canEditing the Switch Namme Changing the OSD HotkeyActivating Autoskip Serial PortConfiguring the Ports Settings Restoring OSD to Factoryy Defaults F7To configure the ports setttings Editing the Computer NammeConfiguring thee Time Settings Modifying the Keyboard SettingTo modify the keyboard settings To configure the time s ettingsConfiguring the U sers Settings Setting the Scan, Label, and Timeout PeriodTo configure the users settings To set the above periodsConfiguring thee Security Settings To give each user the desired access levelTo change a user name or password OSD Functions FTo view the available OSD functions Tuning F5 Scanning Computers F4Moving the Label F6 Upgrading the Smart 108/116 IP Firmware Downloading Upddate Software and Latest FirmwareInputting and Updating DDC Information F10 To input the DDC informatiionUpdate Software System Requirements Connecting the Smart 108/116 IP SystemConnecting the RS232 Download Cable Installing the Software Starting and Configuring the Update SoftwareTo install the Update softwware Smart 108/116 IP Switch Update Window Button/Box FunctionSmart 108/116 IP Switch Version To verify the Smart 108/1166 IP Switch versionVerifying the Verssion Numbers To update the firmware Obtaining New FirmwareRICC/ROC Version Updating the FirmwareTo manually update the RICC/ROCs Manually Updating the RICC/ROCsTroubleshoooting Update Software Communicationn Error MessagePress Options Advannced Manual Update To fix the communicatioon problemSmart 108/116 IP Technical Specifications Specification DescriptionSpecification 65 x 25 x 25 mm / 2.55 x 0.98 x 0.98 Video Resolution and Refresh Rates Hz →Snmp Events Table Event Text Code CommentConfusereventloginnotsucceededwrongusernameo 201204198 933207EN