Dell Console Switch manual Rack Mounting of Systems

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To help prevent electric shock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets. These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable.

Observe extension cable and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into the power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the power strip.

To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

Position system cables and power cables carefully. Route cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.

Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications. Always follow your local/national wiring rules.

Rack Mounting of Systems

Refer to the rack installation documentation accompanying the rack for specific caution statements and procedures.

System rack kits are intended to be installed in a rack by trained service technicians. If a non- Dell rack is utilized, be sure that the rack meets the specifications of a Dell rack.

Elevated Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed rack assembly, the operation temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Use care not to exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of the unit.

Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Consider equipment nameplate ratings for maximum current.

Reliable Earthing: Reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment should be maintained. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).

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Contents Console Switch Installer/User’s Guide Model Console Switch October Contents Appendices Appendix B Technical SpecificationsFigures Tables SIP Intelligent Module Console SwitchVideo Multiplatform SupportOscar Graphical User Interface SecurityTiering Expansion Safety PrecautionsFlash Upgradable General Rack Mounting of Systems Product Overview Additional Items Needed Supplied with the Console SwitchGetting Started Console Switch Horizontal Installation Installing the Console SwitchBasic Console Switch Configuration Tiering Console Switches Console Switch Configuration with a Tiered Switch Legacy Switch Support Legacy Product Model Numbers Adding Legacy SwitchesTo add a legacy KVM switch Setting Up Your Console Switch System Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers Controlling Your System at the Local User PortsOscar Interface Status Symbols SymbolDescription Viewing the Status of Your SwitchSelecting Servers Soft SwitchingOscar Interface Navigation Basics This Keystroke Does This Navigating the Oscar InterfaceOK button Configuring Oscar Interface MenusAssigning Server Names Setup Dialog BoxNames Dialog Box Devices Dialog Box Assigning Device TypesDevice Modify Dialog Box Changing the Display BehaviorOscar Status Flags FlagDescription Controlling the Status FlagFlag Dialog Box Set Position Flag Setting Console SecuritySelect Enable Screen Saver Displaying Version Information 11. Version Dialog Box 13. SIP Version Dialog Box Resetting a SIP14. SIP Version Dialog Box Resetting Your Keyboard and MouseScanning Your System 15. Commands Dialog Box16. Scan Dialog Box 17. Commands Dialog Box Running System DiagnosticsDiagnostic Test Details Description 18. Diagnostics Dialog BoxBroadcasting to Servers 19. Diagnostics Warning Message Box20. Broadcast Dialog Box 21. Broadcast Enable Dialog Box Changing Your Switch Mode 16-port Console Switch OnlySelect either Preemptive or Cooperative as your switch mode Basic Operation Upgrading Firmware Appendix a Flash UpgradesUpgrading the Console Switch Items Needed for the UpgradePossible Error Conditions SIP Status Dialog Box Upgrading the SIPClick SIP to view individual SIP version information SIP Version Dialog Box Dimensions Appendix B Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications Server Ports Update PortTechnical Specifications Japanese Approvals Taiwanese Approvals Appendix C NotificationsUSA Notification Canadian Notification GS GOST-R Vcci CCC Saso Agency ApprovalsAppendices Index Tiering, 9 Version Information Displaying