Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 | HP 531671-001

Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2

Overview

The HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 ships with rack-mounting brackets for easy integration into the rack. Stabilize the rack in a permanent location before installing the equipment. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of the rack cabinets.

Installation checklist

Before installation, refer to the following lists to be sure that all of the listed components were received.

Console switch kit contents

•Console switch

•Power cords

•Rack mounting kit

•Serial cable

•Documentation kit

This kit might contain extra hardware for your convenience.

Required items not included

•Interface adapters

One interface adapter is needed for each server or device. o USB

o PS2 o Serial

o HP BladeSystem

•UTP CAT 5 cable or higher

Required tools

The following tools are required for some procedures:

•Phillips screwdriver

•Cage nut insertion tool (included with your original rack hardware kit)

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HP 531671-001 manual Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2, Overview, Installation checklist

Contents

HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 User Guide Part Number March 2009 First Edition Intended audience Contents Connection length requirements Troubleshooting table Upgrading the firmware Regulatory compliance notices Before you contact HP HP contact information Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Installation checklistOverview Rack-mounting the console switch Performing a standard-mount installation Performing a cantilever-mount installation Performing a side-mount installation Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Console switch components Description Connecting the local console switch Interface adapter overview Installing a PS/2 or USB interface adapterConnecting the interface adapters To add server names, see Assigning names to servers on Cascading console switches Compatible console switch modelsHP IP Console Switch Example of an HP IP Console Switch cascade configuration Cascading console switches Accessing the Main dialog box Local port operation Viewing servers Viewing the Port columnButton Description Selecting servers Soft switchingSoft switching to a server Viewing the Server Status column Soft switching to a previous server Using basic OSD navigation keysConfiguring switches for soft switching Disconnecting from a server Managing routine tasks for servers Configuring the Setup dialog boxAccessing the Setup dialog box Function Selecting the display order of servers Accessing the Menu dialog boxChanging the display behavior Button Function Selecting and setting the OSD hot key command Setting a screen delay timeControlling the status flag Accessing the Flag dialog box Displaying the status flagFlag Description Activating the Broadcast dialog box Accessing the Broadcast dialog boxBroadcasting to servers Broadcasting keystrokes Setting up a scan pattern Broadcasting mouse movements Accessing the Scan dialog box Adding servers to the scan listRemoving servers from the scan list Setting local console switch security Activating Scan modeDeactivating Scan mode Setting password protection Accessing the Security dialog boxChanging the password Logging in to the console switch Removing the password protection Resetting a console switch passwordEnter the password, and then click OK Activating Screen Saver mode without password protection Configuring the Switch and Share modesExiting screen saver mode Deactivating the screen saver Accessing the Switch dialog box Setting the Switch and Share modesChanging the keyboard language Setting the OSD interface language Accessing the Keyboard dialog boxSelecting the keyboard language Accessing the Devices dialog box Assigning device types Accessing the Names dialog box Modifying device types Assigning server names Assigning names to servers Managing console switch tasks using the OSD Running system diagnostics Accessing the Commands dialog box Activating Run Diagnostics Device Reset Accessing the Version dialog boxDisplaying version information Upgrading the console switch firmware Upgrading the firmwareUpgrading the interface adapter firmware Upgrading interface adapter firmware simultaneously Loading interface adapter firmware individually Upgrading the firmware Decommissioning an interface adapter Problem Solution TroubleshootingTroubleshooting table Connection length requirements S02345respawnsbin/agetty -h ttyS0 Technical support Before you contact HPHP contact information Regulatory compliance notices Regulatory compliance identification numbersFederal Communications Commission notice Modifications Cables Canadian notice Avis Canadien European Union regulatory notice Power cord statement for Japan Japanese notice Korean noticeClass a equipment Class B equipment Acronyms and abbreviations Index Index