Dell Rack Mounting Your 2161DS Console Switch, Verification of Ethernet/Computer Connections

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•Port Expansion Module (PEM)

•PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Extension cable

Verification of Ethernet/Computer Connections

The front panel of the 2161DS Console Switch features two LEDs describing the Ethernet connection. The top LED is the Link indicator. It will illuminate when a valid connection to the network is established and blink when there is activity on the port. The lower LED, labeled 100Mbps, will indicate that you are communicating at the 100Mb rate.

Additionally, there are two LEDs above each port number on the front of your unit: one green and one amber. The green LED will illuminate when the SIP on that port is powered. The amber LED will illuminate when that port is selected.

Setting Up Your Network

The 2161DS Console Switch system uses IP addresses to uniquely identify the 2161DS Console Switch units, Avocent A1000R/A2000R units and the computers running Remote Console Switch Software. The 2161DS Console Switch supports BootP (Bootstrap Protocol) and static IP addressing. Dell recommends that IP addresses be reserved for each unit and that they remain static while the 2161DS Console Switch units are connected to the network.

NOTE: Dell 2161DS Console Switch does not support dynamic IP address assignment or BootP emulation through DHCP.

Rack Mounting Your 2161DS Console Switch

Obtain a Switch Mounting Bracket Kit (0U or 1U) to rack mount your 2161DS Console Switch unit. Before installing the 2161DS Console Switch and other components in the rack, stabilize the rack in a permanent location. Start rack mounting your equipment at the bottom of the rack, then work to the top. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of racks.

CAUTION: Connect only to the power source specified on the unit. When multiple electrical components are installed in a rack, ensure the total component power ratings do not exceed circuit capabilities. Overloaded power sources and extension cords present fire and shock hazards.

To install the 0U switch mounting bracket (shipped as default):

1Line up the holes of the mounting brackets with the screw holes in the switch.

2Fasten the mounting bracket to the switch using the button head socket cap screws on each side.

3Mount the switch assembly to the rack by inserting the three mounting hooks on one side of the bracket into square holes in the vertical rack.

4Press down until the blue push button pops out and clicks.

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Contents Hardware and Oscar User’s Guide Model 2161DS Console Switch July Contents Terminal Operations Figures Device Modify Dialog Box Tables Contents SIP Intelligent Cabling Features and BenefitsInteroperability with Avocent Avriq Intelligent Cabling Access Via Network Connection Example 2161DS Console Switch ConfigurationSafety Precautions Interoperability with Avocent A1000R/A2000R SwitchesGeneral Rack Mounting of Systems LAN OptionsProduct Overview Installation Getting StartedSetting Up Your Network Rack Mounting Your 2161DS Console SwitchVerification of Ethernet/Computer Connections OU Mounting Bracket Installation Installing the 2161DS Console Switch Unit IU InstallationBasic 2161DS Console Switch Configuration Network Configuration Menu Video Optimization Mouse AccelerationConnecting a SIP Adding a PEM OptionalDS Console Switch Configuration With a PEM Adding a Cascade Switch Optional PEM Rack InstallationConnecting to the Network DS Console Switch Configuration With a Cascade Switch10 U Cable Arm Side View Installing Remote Console Switch Software Adding ServersInstallation Controlling Your System at the Analog Port Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers15. Example of Configured Main Dialog Box Soft Switching Selecting ServersOscar Navigation Basics Keyboard and Mouse Navigation This Keystroke Does thisConfiguring Oscar 16. Setup Dialog BoxAssigning Server Names 17. Names Dialog Box18. Name Modify Dialog Box Assigning Device Types 19. Devices Dialog BoxChanging the Display Behavior Oscar21. Menu Dialog Box Controlling the Status Flag Oscar Status Flags Description22. Flag Dialog Box Setting Console Security 24. Security Dialog BoxSelect Enable Screen Saver Viewing and Disconnecting Users 25. User Status Dialog Box Preemption Running System Diagnostics 27. Preempt Dialog boxLAN Connection Test Icons IconDescription Diagnostic Test Details Description Displaying Version Information 29. Suspect SIPs Dialog Box30. Version Dialog Box Resetting a SIP 32. SIP Selection Dialog BoxResetting Your Keyboard and Mouse 33. SIP Version Dialog BoxScanning Your System 34. Main Dialog Box35. Scan Dialog Box 36. Command Dialog Box Broadcasting to Servers37. Broadcast Dialog Box 38. Command Dialog Box Analog Port Operation Configuring the Terminal Menu Terminal OperationsNetwork Configuration Enable Debug MessagesSet/Change Passwords Firmware ManagementRestore Factory Defaults Reset ApplianceDisplay Diagnostic Report ExitTerminal Operations Appendix a Flash Upgrades Upgrading the Dell 2161DS Console SwitchUpgrading the SIP 40. SIP Status Dialog Box41. SIP Load Dialog Box 43. SIP Selection Dialog Box Upgrading Cascaded Dell 8-port and 16-port Console Switch Click Commands VersionsAppendices Appendix B Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsUSA Notification Canadian Notification Appendix C NotificationsJapanese Approvals Taiwanese Approvals Agency Approvals Appendices What is covered by this limited warranty? Limited Warranties and Return PolicyHow 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 Dell Software and Peripherals Canada Only Third-Party Software and Peripherals ProductsGuarantee 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
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