Updating Firmware | Belkin F1DP108G instruction

Using the Switch from a Remote Console

Updating Firmware

The Switch features flash-upgradeable firmware to ensure compatibility with the latest devices and servers. Firmware upgrades are free for the life of your Switch.

To update your firmware, download the appropriate firmware file and utility

from www.belkin.com/support/. The utility will guide you through the process of updating the firmware on your Switch.

Warning: We strongly recommend that you update your firmware only if you are experiencing mouse and keyboard problems with your Switch, as reconfiguring software may lead to unexpected operational problems. Please contact Belkin Technical Support if you need assistance.

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Contents

OmniView SMB KVM-over-IP Switch Table of Contents Using the Switch from a Local Console Using the Switch from a Remote Console Introduction Package Contents Overview Remote-Management Features Other Features Interface Modules Equipment RequirementsServer Interface Modules OmniView SMB Server Belkin UTP Patch Cables Cables System Requirements Back View Unit Display DiagramsFront View Specifications SMB Server Interface Module, PS/2 VGA-Cable Length MiniDIN8-Cable Length SMB Server Interface Module, USBSMB Server Interface Module, Legacy Sun VGA-Cable Length USB-Cable Length Where to place the Switch Local InstallationPre-Configuration Cable-Distance Requirements for PS/2, USB, and Sun Servers Local Installation MAC Address Device Number Mounting the Switch Connecting the Console to the Switch Local Installation Connecting Servers to the Switch PS/2 Connection Local Installation Connecting Servers to the Switch USB Connection Local Installation Connecting Servers to the Switch Sun MiniDIN8 Connection Local Installation Powering Up the Systems How to Assign a Bank Address Daisy-Chaining Multiple KVM Switches Optional DIP SWITCH# SMB CAT5 Bank Address BANK-DIP-Switch-Configuration Chart SMB CAT5 KVM Switches Example of Daisy-Chain Configuration Getting Started Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches Connecting the servers Identifying the IP Address Remote Installation Logging into the Web Interface Login Remote Installation Required TCP Ports Network ConfigurationDevice Name Set a Static IP Enable DhcpSnmp Settings User User SettingsAdministrator To add a new user View Only To block a user To edit a userTo delete a user Blocking a standard user and View Only user Switch-Configuration Switch Configuration To specify and name servers Installing new Switch-Definition Files SDFsTo install the SDF To configure your serial device Serial Settings Account Blocking Security SettingsPassword Policy SSL Certificate Idle TimeoutTo install an SSL certificate Firmware Upgrade To upgrade firmware Maintenance Logging Out Restore Factory SettingsTo restore factory settings To start a remote session Using the Switch from a Remote ConsoleStarting a Remote Session To work in full-screen mode Full-Screen Mode Hiding/Unhiding the Drop-Down Bar Using the Drop-Down BarDisconnecting the Remote Session Mouse-Pointer Calibration Mouse Configuration and SettingsMouse-Pointer Alignment To align mouse pointers To manually synchronize mouse pointers Manual SettingsYou must manually synchronize the mouse pointers if Mouse-Pointer Options Windows XP USB Option Advanced-Mouse Emulation To change the mouse-emulation settings To add a keyboard sequence Keyboard Configuration and SettingsTo transmit a keyboard sequence Add-Special-Key Box To record a keyboard sequence To adjust the video manually Video Configuration and SettingsManual Video Adjust To refresh the video settings To adjust the video automatically Auto Video Adjust To change the bandwidth settings Performance Settings Bandwidth To connect to a different server Selecting a Server Session Profile Additional Features To restore factory defaults Restoring Factory Defaults Selecting a Server or Bank Using the Switch from a Local ConsoleSelecting a Server or Bank Using Hot Keys G e W n Selecting a Bank Using Scroll Buttons Selecting a Server Using Port Selectors AutoScan Mode Main OSD-Menu On-Screen Display OSD Function/Help OSD-Menu Keyboard Commands Scan Time Function/Help-Page Keyboard CommandsAdmin Password Scan Hot Key TimeoutMonitor-DDC2 Feature Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts Sun Key Combo Key Sun Combo Keys Updating Firmware Can I use the Switch on my Sun server that supports USB? Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions General ProblemSolution Local Console Mouse Keyboard USB Remote Console Video quality is bad and/or grainy Glossary Section FCC Statement Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product WarrantyInformation How to get service Information Belkin Tech Support Belkin B.V