Benefits | ATEN Technology KM0832 guide

Chapter 1. Introduction

PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation—computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere

LCD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, and MultiSync support; DDC2B

Superior video quality—1024 x 768 @ 60Hz for up to 300m; 1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz (distance depends on installation environment)

Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) assures optimum video resolution for distances up to 300m between computers and consoles—no DIP switch setting required

Free lifetime firmware upgrades

Compact design—rack mounts in only 1U of rack space

Multi-architecture compatibility PC (x86/x64)

Macintosh PowerPC

Sun Microsystems Sparc

Benefits

The KM0832 Matrix KVM Switch saves time and money by allowing a single console to manage each of the connected computers. A KM0832 installation provides the following benefits:

Eliminates the cost of a keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each computer.

Eliminates the need for additional space for extra components.

Saves on energy costs.

Eliminates the inconvenience, time and effort required to move from one computer to another.

Allows centralized control of computers located at non-contiguous locations on the site.

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ATEN Technology KM0832 user manual Benefits

Contents

Console 32 Port Matrix KVM Switch KM0832 FCC Information User Notice General Safety InstructionsPage Rack Mounting Package Contents Contents Administrator Utility Appendix OSD OperationHotkey Operation Keyboard Emulation Index Overview About This Manual This manual uses the following conventions Conventions Technical Support Altusen InformationGetting Help Product Information This Page Intentionally Left Blank Overview Introduction Features Benefits Function Model Number System RequirementsConsoles Computers Operating Systems CablesFunction Type Color Condition Indication KM0832 Front ViewKVM Port LEDs User Port LEDs User Port 1 Switch System Reset ButtonUser Port 1 Maintenance Port KM0832 Rear View KVM Ports User Port This Page Intentionally Left Blank Installation Stacking and Rack Mounting Before you BeginStacking Rack Mounting-Split Page Rack Mounting-Front Rack Mounting-Rear Single Stage Installation Single Stage Installation Diagram Multilevel Installations Name CascadingProtocol Interface Cascading Expansion Type Brand Installation Protocol Interface Cascade Diagram Daisy Chaining Page Daisy Chain Installation Diagram Topology Considerations Network Installation Port Selection Powering Off and RestartingBasic Operations Hot Plugging This Page Intentionally Left Blank Administrator Utility Setting the IP Address Logging KM0832 Administrator Utility Menu Item Description Menus Icon Description Icons Column Description Port Status Naming Stations Setting the Webpage Session Timeout Network Configuration IP Address Port Settings System Event Reports Setting the Date and Time Page Adding Groups Group Management Modifying Groups Deleting Groups User Management Adding Users Permissions User Administrator Super See Cascaded Installations, Administrator Utility Modifying User Accounts Deleting User Accounts Port Management Managing Port Access Accessing PortsButton Description Page Box Name Description Page Cascaded Installations Field Description Configuring Port Settings Setting the OSD View Set Port ID View ModeChoice Meaning Display Duration Setting FunctionSet Scan Configuring OSD User Settings Change Search Before You Begin Firmware Upgrade Select or deselect Check Firmware Version Performing the Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Recovery Upgrade Failed Action Description Backup and Restore Settings Administrator Utility Viewing and Ending User Sessions Administrator Utility Viewing and Clearing the Log File Click OK. The System Log Webpage appears Viewing System Information Logging Out Viewing Help This Page Intentionally Left Blank OSD Overview OSD Operation F1 Help SET Type OSD Main Screen HeadingsOSD Navigation Heading Explanation Port ID Numbering Cascaded Protocol Interface Installations OSD Functions F1 Help To delete a shortcut View ModeSET Personal View To add a shortcut SET Scan SET Port ID Change PasswordTimeout Command SET Beeper Idle TimeoutRestore User Default Modify Group Group AccessSetting Create Group To change a users User Type To change a users account passwordTo change a users group membership User Access To set the Group Access Type To grant port access to a groupTo revoke group access for a port To set the User Access Type To grant port access to a userTo revoke user access for a port To set the port language To edit a port noteTo set the port operating system Delete Restore PortCreate Station Note To set the Https port To enable dynamic IP addressing with a Dhcp serverTo manually configure the IP settings To set the Http port Broadcast F5 SCH F7 Scan F8 Lout Hotkey Port Control Invoking Hotkey Mode Selecting the Active Port Auto Scanning Setting the Scan Interval Invoking Auto Scan Hotkey Summary Table Hotkey Beeper Control 104 Mac Keyboard Keyboard Emulation PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Sun Keyboard Function KM0832 Specifications Setting Default Factory Default Settings KA9222 PS/2 Console Module Additional Installation DiagramsKA9233 PS/2-USB Console Module KA9272 USB Console Module KM0832 to KVM Adapter Cable Connection KA9170 USB KVM Adapter Cable Restoring Original Factory Default Settings 113 Problem Solution Troubleshooting Sun Systems Limited Warranty Index 118 OSD Station positions, switching 121