Dell 2161DS manual Installation, Getting Started

Page 15

2

Installation

The Dell™ 2161DS Console Switch requires that the Remote Console Switch Software be installed prior to use. Remote Console Switch Software allows a user to view and control a server attached to the 2161DS Console Switch system, configure and maintain the system, and prevent unauthorized access to the 2161DS Console Switch via IP connection.

NOTE: The analog port does not require the Remote Console Switch Software for operation. The analog port uses the On-Screen Configuration and Activity Reporting interface (OSCAR®). For more information, see "Analog Port Operation".

The 2161DS Console Switch system uses Ethernet networking infrastructure and TCP/IP protocol to transmit keyboard, video, and mouse information between operators and connected computers. Although 10BaseT Ethernet may be used, Dell recommends a dedicated, switched 100BaseT network.

CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures listed in this section, read and follow the Safety Precautions outlined in the Overview section of this guide.

Getting Started

Before installing your 2161DS Console Switch, refer to the list below to ensure you have all items that shipped with the 2161DS Console Switch, as well as other items necessary for proper installation.

Supplied with the 2161DS Console Switch:

•2161DS Console Switch unit

•Local country power cord

•Rack mounting brackets

•Serial cable

•2161DS Console Switch Hardware and OSCAR User's Guide on CD

•2161DS Console Switch Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide on CD

•2161DS Console Switch Installation Instructions

Additional items needed:

•One Server Interface Pod (SIP) or Avocent® AVRIQ module per attached server

•One CAT 5 patch cable per attached server (up to 10 meters)

Optional items:

Installation

15

Image 15

Contents Hardware and Oscar User’s Guide Model 2161DS Console Switch July Contents Terminal Operations Figures Device Modify Dialog Box Tables Contents Features and Benefits SIP Intelligent CablingInteroperability with Avocent Avriq Intelligent Cabling Example 2161DS Console Switch Configuration Access Via Network ConnectionInteroperability with Avocent A1000R/A2000R Switches Safety PrecautionsGeneral LAN Options Rack Mounting of SystemsProduct Overview Getting Started InstallationRack Mounting Your 2161DS Console Switch Setting Up Your NetworkVerification of Ethernet/Computer Connections OU Mounting Bracket Installation IU Installation Installing the 2161DS Console Switch UnitBasic 2161DS Console Switch Configuration Network Configuration Menu Mouse Acceleration Video OptimizationAdding a PEM Optional Connecting a SIPDS Console Switch Configuration With a PEM PEM Rack Installation Adding a Cascade Switch OptionalDS Console Switch Configuration With a Cascade Switch Connecting to the Network10 U Cable Arm Side View Adding Servers Installing Remote Console Switch SoftwareInstallation Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers Controlling Your System at the Analog Port15. Example of Configured Main Dialog Box Selecting Servers Soft SwitchingKeyboard and Mouse Navigation This Keystroke Does this Oscar Navigation Basics16. Setup Dialog Box Configuring Oscar17. Names Dialog Box Assigning Server Names18. Name Modify Dialog Box 19. Devices Dialog Box Assigning Device TypesOscar Changing the Display Behavior21. Menu Dialog Box Oscar Status Flags Description Controlling the Status Flag22. Flag Dialog Box 24. Security Dialog Box Setting Console SecuritySelect Enable Screen Saver Viewing and Disconnecting Users 25. User Status Dialog Box Preemption 27. Preempt Dialog box Running System DiagnosticsLAN Connection Test Icons IconDescription Diagnostic Test Details Description 29. Suspect SIPs Dialog Box Displaying Version Information30. Version Dialog Box 32. SIP Selection Dialog Box Resetting a SIP33. SIP Version Dialog Box Resetting Your Keyboard and Mouse34. Main Dialog Box Scanning Your System35. Scan Dialog Box Broadcasting to Servers 36. Command Dialog Box37. Broadcast Dialog Box 38. Command Dialog Box Analog Port Operation Terminal Operations Configuring the Terminal MenuFirmware Management Network ConfigurationEnable Debug Messages Set/Change PasswordsExit Restore Factory DefaultsReset Appliance Display Diagnostic ReportTerminal Operations Upgrading the Dell 2161DS Console Switch Appendix a Flash Upgrades40. SIP Status Dialog Box Upgrading the SIP41. SIP Load Dialog Box 43. SIP Selection Dialog Box Click Commands Versions Upgrading Cascaded Dell 8-port and 16-port Console SwitchAppendices Technical Specifications Appendix B Technical SpecificationsAppendix C Notifications USA Notification Canadian NotificationJapanese Approvals Taiwanese Approvals Agency Approvals Appendices Limited Warranties and Return Policy What is covered by this limited warranty?How long does this limited warranty last? What if I purchased a service contract? Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. Only How long does this limited warranty last? Consumers Total Satisfaction Return Policy Canada Only Third-Party Software and Peripherals Products Dell Software and Peripherals Canada OnlyGuarantee Intel’s Three Year Limited Warranty What are Errata? W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Index Index