Avocent 590-686-501D manual DSR Switch Connectivity, Installation Overview

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DSR Switch Connectivity

A DSR switching system transmits keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) information between operators and target devices attached to the switch over a network using either an Ethernet or modem connection.

The DSR switch uses TCP/IP for communication over Ethernet. Although 10BaseT Ethernet may be used, Avocent recommends a dedicated, switched 100BaseT or 1000BaseT network for switches that support it.

The DSR switch uses the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) for communication over a V.34, V.90 or V.92 modem. You can perform KVM switching tasks by using the on-board web interface, the DSR Remote Operations software or the DSView 3 software.

For more information on the DSView 3 software, visit www.avocent.com or see the DSView 3 Installer/User Guide.

Installation Overview

The general procedure for setting up and installing a DSR switch is as follows:

•Unpack the switch and verify that all components are present and in good condition.

•Make all hardware connections between the power source, switch, target devices, optional power control device(s), the Ethernet and the optional modem connection.

•Turn on the power and verify that all connections are working.

•Configure the DSR switch’s IP address using the console menu interface or DSView 3 software. See the DSView 3 Installer/User Guide for more information.

•Use the on-board web interface or DSView 3 software to configure the DSR switch. See the DSView 3 Installer/User Guide for more information.

•Make the appropriate mouse setting adjustments.