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Figure 3.19: AVRIQ Status Dialog Box

10.The AVRIQ Upgrade dialog box displays. Click OK to initiate the upgrade and return to the AVRIQ Status dialog box.

Returning an AVRIQ module to factory default status:

1.Click AVRIQ in the Version dialog box.

2.Select an AVRIQ and click Decommission.

3.Click OK to restore factory defaults. You will see the AVRIQ module go offline briefly and return.

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Click X or press Escape to cancel the operation.

4.Click X to close the AVRIQ Select dialog box.

Resetting the PS/2 keyboard and mouse on a target device or local port

NOTE: This function is for Microsoft Windows-based computers only. Resetting the PS/2 ports on a target device running any other operating system may require that you reboot that target device.

If your PS/2 keyboard or mouse locks up, you may be able to re-establish operation of these peripherals by issuing a Reset command. The Reset command sends a hot-plug sequence to the target device that requests the mouse and keyboard settings from the target device to restore functionality.

To issue a remote PS/2 reset command:

1.Select an individual IQ module in the AVRIQ Select dialog box and click Version. From the AVRIQ Version dialog box, click Reset. A confirmation message will appear.

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3016, 3008/3016, 3008 specifications

The Avocent 3008, 3016, and 3016 KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switches are advanced solutions in the field of IT management, designed for data center environments that require seamless control over multiple servers and devices. These switches are known for their reliability, performance, and user-friendly features, making them essential tools for system administrators and IT professionals.

One of the primary features of the Avocent 3008 and 3016 series is their capability to manage multiple servers simultaneously. The model numbers denote the number of devices that can be controlled, with the 3008 supporting up to eight servers and the 3016 accommodating up to sixteen. This allows IT professionals to maximize their control and minimize the physical hardware required in server rooms.

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