ConnectPRO 16 Port KVM, SL2116A manual Upgrading the CAT5 KVM firmware, Installing the software

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The Administrator defines the desired access levels of each User Profile. This is done in the Setting box. By default the User Profile settings are full access.

47. Upgrading the CAT5 KVM firmware

With the CAT5 KVM Update software program you can upgrade the firmware for the:

OSD

Manager

CIMs

CAT5 KVM Update enables you to add new features and fix bugs in a quick and efficient manner.

You can install the Multi-Platform CAT5 KVM Update on any computer, even one not part of the CAT5 KVM system.

The CAT5 KVM Update software and latest firmware is on the Marketing & Documentation CD.

To obtain the latest firmware for your system go to www.ConnectPRO.com .

48.System requirements for the CAT5 KVM Update software

Pentium 166 or higher with 16 MB RAM and 10 MB free Hard Drive space.

Available Serial port.

Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP or Windows NT 4.0 SP (service pack) 3 or later.

49.Connecting the CAT5 KVM System

To update the firmware the CAT5 KVM system must be connected and switched on.

50. Connecting the RS232 Serial cable

To run the software, connect the RS232 Serial cable to the computer containing the software, and to the Multi-Platform CAT5 KVM. See page 21.

51. Installing the software

To install the Multi-Platform CAT5 KVM Update software:

1. Insert the Marketing & Documentation CD. The CD menu runs automatically.

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Contents MIT-CAT5 Table of Contents Technical precautions Trademarks System components FeaturesIntroduction CompatibilityCAT5 KVM models CAT5 KVM system configurationPre-installation guidelines Connecting the CAT5 KVM system CAT5 KVM system connectionsConnecting a SUN CIM Connecting the power supply Updating the LEDsRack mounting the CIMs Resetting the SwitchRack mounting the CAT5 KVM Operating the CAT5 KVM systemNavigating the OSD Keyboard hotkeysOSD Selecting a computerOSD settings F2 General settingsAdministrator Status a 22. F7 Defaults Ports settingsTime settings Ports Settings windowTime settings window UsersUsers settings window SecurityScanning computers- F4 Tuning F5OSD Help window F1 Control software system requirements Using the Control softwareMoving the label F6 Connecting the RS232 Serial cable Installing and running the Control softwareCommunication Error Computer iconsView menu Read ConfigurationWrite Configuration Toolbar buttonsMake the desired changes Click OK Loading a saved configuration Factory default settingsPassword protection ReminderUpgrading the CAT5 KVM firmware System requirements for the CAT5 KVM Update softwareInstalling the software Starting and configuring the CAT5 KVM Update Button or Box FunctionSwitch Unit box, check the CAT5 KVM Manager option Verifying the version numbersReset Obtaining new firmware Updating the firmwareTroubleshooting tips USB SUN Combo keysTechnical specifications Operating SystemsVGA

16 Port KVM, SL2116A, MIT-CAT5 8 specifications

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