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2. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing PS/2 IP-KVM switch. PS/2 IP-KVM switch can save your MONEY, TIME, SPACE, EQUIPMENT and POWER. PS/2 IP-KVM switch defines a new class of remote KVM access devices. PS/2 IP-KVM switch combines an 8/16/32-port KVM switch with digital remote KVM access via IP networks and comprehensive system management.

PS/2 IP-KVM switch provides convenient; remote KVM access and control via LAN or Internet. It captures, digitizes, and compresses video signal and transmits it with keyboard and mouse signals to and from a remote computer. PS/2 IP-KVM switch provides a non-intrusive solution for remote access and control. Remote access and control software runs on its embedded processors only but not on mission-critical servers, so that there is no interference with server operation or impact on network performance.

Furthermore, PS/2 IP-KVM switch offers additional remote power management with the help of optional available device.

PS/2 IP-KVM switch supports consoles consisting of PS/2 style keyboards and mouse, and HD 15 video output. PS/2 IP-KVM switch will automatically detect the current video mode of the console, however manual fine-tuning is recommended to receive the best video quality. PS/2 IP-KVM switch will accept video streams up to 110 MHz dot clock. This results in a screen resolution of 1280x1024 pixels with a frame rate of 60 Hz.

2.1 When the server is up and running

PS/2 IP-KVM switch gives you a full control over the remote server. The Management Console allows you to access the remote server’s graphics, keyboard and mouse and to send special commands to the server. You can also perform periodic maintenance of the server. Using the Console Redirection Service, you are able to do the following:

I.Reboot the system.

II.Watch the boot process.

III.Boot the system from a separate partition to load the diagnostic environment.

IV. Run special diagnostic programs.

2.2 When the sever is dead

Obviously, fixing hardware defects is not possible through using a remote management device. Nevertheless PS/2 IP-KVM switch gives the administrator valuable information about the type of a hardware failure. Serious hardware failures can be categorized into five different categories with different chances to happen:

I.Hard disk failure 50%

II.Power cable detached, power supply failure 28%

III.CPU, Controller, main board failure 10% IV. CPU fan failure 8%

V.RAM failure 4%

Using PS/2 IP-KVM switch, administrators can determine which kind of serious hardware failure has occurred (See table 2.1).

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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
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