Avocent KVM over IP switch Initial configuration via serial console, IP autoconfiguration

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4.1.2 Initial configuration via serial console

Using a serial terminal, the PS/2 IP-KVM switch has a serial line interface (rear side). This connector is compliant with the RS 232 serial line standard. The serial line has to be configured with the parameters given in Table 4-2.

When configuring with a serial terminal, reset the PS/2 IP-KVM switch and immediately press the “ESC” key. You will see some device information, and a “=>” prompt. Enter “config”, press “Enter” and wait for a few seconds for the configuration questions to appear.

Parameter	Value
Bits/second	115200
Data bits	8
Parity	No
Stop bits	1
Flow Control	None

Table 4-2. Serial line parameters

As you proceed, the following questions will appear on the screen. To accept the default values which are shown in square brackets below, press “Enter”.

IP auto configuration (non/dhcp/bootp) [dhcp]:

IP [192.168.1.22]:

Net mask [255.255.255.0]:

Gateway (0.0.0.0 for none) [0.0.0.0]:

IP autoconfiguration

With this option, you can specify whether the PS/2 IP-KVM switch should get its network settings from a DHCP or BOOTP server. For DHCP, enter “dhcp“, and for BOOTP enter “bootp“. If you do not specify any of these, the IP autoconfiguration is disabled and subsequently you will be asked for the following network settings.

IP address

The IP address the PS/2 IP-KVM switch uses. This option is only available if IP autoconfiguration is disabled.

Net mask

The net mask of the connected IP subnet. This option is only available if IP autoconfiguration is disabled.

Gateway address

The IP address of the default router for the connected IP subnet. If you do not have a default router, enter 0.0.0.0. This option is only available if IP autoconfiguration is disabled.

4.1.3 Keyboard, Mouse and Video configuration

Between the PS/2 IP-KVM switch and the host, there are two interfaces available for transmitting keyboard and mouse data: USB and PS/2. The correct operation of the remote mouse depends on several settings, which will be discussed in the following subsections.

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Contents Rev USER’S ManualTable of Contents Menu Options Video modes Quick Installation GuideInstallation Initial IP configurationRemote Console Web interface16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch When the sever is dead When the server is up and runningIntroduction Features Package contents Model No port PS/2 IP-KVM switch Port PS/2 IP-KVM switch Technical specifications Model NoVGA Cable System requirement Model No Ports PS/2 IP-KVM switchModel No Ports PS/2 IP-KVM switch Cable diagrams PS/2 CablePS/2 to DB9 adapter Optional Step Hardware installationConnecting PS/2 IP-KVM switch to the host system Operation OverviewLocal console Internet Connecting the External Reset/Power Option PS/2 IP-KVM switch Setup Tool ConfigurationInitial Configuration Initial configuration via Dhcp serverIP-KVM switch setup tool AuthenticationIP address Initial configuration via serial consoleIP autoconfiguration Keyboard, Mouse and Video configurationAuto mouse speed and mouse synchronization 3.1 PS/2 IP-KVM switch keyboard settingsRemote Mouse Settings Host system mouse settingsSpecial Mouse Driver Windows XP Mouse SettingsSingle and Double Mouse Mode Recommended Mouse SettingsPrerequisites UsageTelnet PC port LED Indication ¾ The Membrane Buttons Port PS/2 IP-KVM SwitchKeyboard Hot Key Commands ¾ Reset Button Bank Bank button and PC 8/16 8/16 button¾ 7-Segment Bank LED Indication To get out of Auto Scan Mode, Press any key or Space bar To select PC portHot Plug Daisy Chain ConnectionOn Screen Display Operation 16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch Login screen Login into the PS/2 IP-KVM switch and logoutMain NavigationRemote Console General description Logout from the PS/2 IP-KVM switchRemote Console Control Bar Main WindowMonitor Only Exclusive AccessMouse Handling ScalingLocal Cursor Video SettingsBrightness PhaseReset this Mode Reset all ModesUndo Changes Save changesSoft Keyboard 14. Remote Console Confirmation Dialog Remote Console Status LineMenu Options Remote Control KVM Console16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch Users And Groups Change PasswordUser Console KVM Settings15. User Console Settings Part 16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch Keyboard/Mouse 17. Keyboard and Mouse SettingsVideo 18. Video SettingsNetwork 4Device Settings16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch 20. Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch 22. Device Security SecurityCertificate 23. Certificate Settings24. SSL Certificate Upload 25. Serial Port Serial Port16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch 27. Date and Time Date And Time29. Event Log Event Log16 PS/2 KVM over IP switch Board Summary Device Information32. Event Log List Reset Functions33. Update Firmware Update Firmware34. Unit Reset Unit ResetTroubleshooting CE Certificate CertificatesPin Assignments Single port PS/2 KVM over IP Key Codes Table B.1 Key Names Video Modes