Using the Terminal Interface via Serial Port
The terminal interface can be accessed via the serial port for configuration of the basic settings of the CABCONS1716I. While not intended to be a substitute for the Web interface, it does allow you to configure similar functions. The menu list below describes the options that can be modified through the terminal interface.
NOTE: You must use the W option to confirm and apply any changes made before you exit the terminal session.
The VNC Interface
There are three ways to communicate with the Server Remote Control unit in order to control the host computer:
Web interface: The integrated Web server includes a
Native VNC client: There are several
SSH access: By default, there is a standard SSH server running on port 22 (the standard SSH port). Once connected via SSH, the VNC traffic is tunneled through the SSH connection andth VNC session is encrypted. Each method will be discussed briefly in the following section. The type of encryption method or client used is not critical.
Web Interface
Using CABCONS1716I’s web interface requires a browser, with cookies and JavaScript enabled. To launch the Java VNC client, login to the Web configuration interface and click on the thumbnail of the desktop on the Home menu, or click on the Connect button, located in the Main Menu.
You may need to upgrade Java support in your browser; however, most modern browsers come with a version of Java that is compatible with this application. The Java VNC client makes a connection back to the Server Remote Control unit over port 5900 (by default) or 15900, if encrypted. The encrypted connection is a standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encrypted link that encrypts all data from the session, including the actual video pictures.
Because Java is considered a “safe” programming language, the Java VNC client has some limitations. Certain special keystrokes cannot be sent, such as “Scroll Lock” on the keyboard.
This client software requires the use of Java 2 (JRE 1.4) to enable features like wheel mouse support. Sun Microsystems’s Java site, http://www.java.com, is an excellent resource to ensure your browser and operating system are updated accordingly.
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