Avocent Comprehensive Guide for DSR Models - Security Configurations and Firmware Management
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If DSAuthentication cannot contact the DSR to add the certificate, an error message is displayed and the DSR is not added to the database.

When the last reference to a DSR is removed from the database, the Authentication Server certificate is removed from the DSR, which allows the DSR to be moved from one Authentication Server to another. The Authentication Server certificate can also be removed from the Security menu on the DSR console port via the Reset Security Keys option.

When the DSR is in All mode, DSAdmin displays a warning message when the DSR is added to the database, stating that the certificate could not be installed. If you intend to operate in All mode you may safely ignore this warning. Otherwise, you may wish to change the Security settings on the console port of the DSR.

Firmware Management menu

This menu option allows you to access two commands: Flash Download and Toggle Boot Firmware. The Flash Download selection allows you to upgrade your DSR firmware with upgrades available from Avocent. You may use the Toggle Boot Firmware command to switch from your current firmware back to the original factory firmware installed on your DSR unit. For more information see Appendix A: FLASH Upgrades.

Enable Debug Messages menu

This menu option allows you to configure the DSR to display messages regarding the status of the DSR unit. Once you select the level of detail you wish to receive, the DSR will begin to display information on your Terminal screen. When you are finished viewing, press any key to exit this mode.

Set/Change Password menu

The DSR can be set to a secure mode where the Terminal menu cannot be accessed without first entering a password.

To activate security:

1.Select the Set/Change Password menu option. You will be prompted to decide if you wish to continue. Enter a Y.

2.Type a password for this DSR unit and press Enter . This password may be up to 14 characters long.

3.You will be prompted to re-type the password. Once you complete this step, security will be active and you will not be able to access DSR terminal operations without the password.

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Contents DSR Power on DSR USA Notification Canadian Notification Table of Contents Page Product Overview Page DSView provides simple point and click access to any server Features and BenefitsAccess the DSR via network connection Reduce cable bulkTCP/IP Safety Precautions DSR Model ComparisonRack mount safety considerations Installation Page Additional items needed Getting StartedSupplied with the DSR Verification of Ethernet/computer connectionsSetting up your network DSR in a Network ConfigurationInstalling the DSR Unit Basic DSR ConfigurationTo install the DSR hardware To configure the DSR hardwareTo adjust the mouse acceleration To connect a Dsriq module to each serverTo connect and power up your DSR To install your DS softwareLocal Port Operation Page Controlling your System at the Local Port To access the Main dialog boxOscar Status Symbols Viewing and Selecting Ports and ServersSoft switching Selecting serversOscar navigation basics Oscar GUISetup Features to Manage Routine Tasks for your Servers Configuring OscarTo access the Setup menu Changing the display behaviorTo set the Switch Mode To access the Menu dialog boxTo set a delay time for Oscar GUI Oscar Status Flags To access the Flag dialog boxControlling the status flag To determine how the status flag is displayedTo set or change the password Setting console securityTo access the Security dialog box To enable the screen saver mode with no password protection To password protect your consoleTo remove password protection from your console To log in to your consoleAssigning server names To exit the screen saver modeTo access the Names dialog box To turn off the screen saverTo assign names to servers Resetting your Keyboard and MouseTo reset the mouse and keyboard values To list servers alphabetically by nameDisplaying Version Information To display version informationDSR Installer/User Guide Terminal Operations Page Network Configuration menu Accessing the Terminal MenuTerminal applications menu commands Security Configuration menuFirmware Management menu Enable Debug Messages menuSet/Change Password menu To activate securityTo change the password Exit menuDSR Installer/User Guide Appendices Page Appendix a Flash Upgrades To upload a new Flash fileAppendix B Technical Specifications Server PortsAppendix C Technical Support DSR Installer/User Guide Limited Warranty For Technical Support
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