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6 . U p g r a d i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 f i r mw a r e

SMART CAT5 SWITCH – 108/116

6 . U p g r a d i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 f i r mw a r e

With the Smart CAT5 Update software program you can upgrade the firmware for the:

OSD

Manager

ROC/RICCs

Smart CAT5 Update enables you to add new features and fix bugs in a quick and efficient manner. You can also return the OSD to the factory default settings via the Update software. Install the Smart CAT5 Switch Update on any computer, even one not part of the Smart CAT5 system.

6.1 Obtaining the Update software and latest firmware

The Update software and latest firmware for your system are located on our website at:

http://www.minicom.com/phandlc.htm

The firmware can be downloaded in different ways:

Complete Firmware Package – This includes the firmware for all Smart switches and RICCS and ROCS.

Firmware Package for Smart Switch models - This includes the firmware for all Smart switches.

Smart CAT5 Switch Firmware - There are multiple hardware versions of Smart CAT5 Switch units, each with version specific firmware. On the web page find the description and table that identifies your version.

Firmware Package for RICC and ROC models – Download a firmware package for RICC and ROC models (see the table on the web page for the Supported RICC/ROC models). Or search for and download the specific RICC/ROC models with the correct firmware version.

6.2 System requirements for the Smart CAT5 Update software

Pentium 166 or higher with 16 MB RAM and 10 MB free Hard Drive space.

Free Serial port.

Windows 2000 and later.

6.3 Connecting the Smart CAT5 system

To update the firmware, the Smart CAT5 system must be connected and switched on.

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Tripp Lite 108 U p g r a d i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 f i r mw a r e, Obtaining the Update software and latest firmware

Contents

1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA Smart CAT5 Switch 108 and User GuideCopyright 2012 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved Features Table of ContentsSMART CAT5 SWITCH - 108/116 3.3 Connecting a RICC SUN6. Upgrading the Smart CAT5 firmware 5. Using the Control softwareUSER GUIDE SMART CAT5 SWITCH - 108/116 6.7.3 Communication Error message9.1 Safety 6.7.2 Getting the current statusTechnical precautions 1 . We l c o m eTrademarks 2 . I n t r o d u c t i o n 2.1 Features2.2 System components 2.4 The Smart CAT5 system configuration 2.3 Compatibility2.6 Pre-installation guidelines 2.5 The Smart CAT5 models3.1 Connecting a ROC/RICC PS/2 3 . C o n n e c t i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 s ys t e m3.2 Connecting a ROC/RICC USB 3.5 Connecting the KVM console 3.3 Connecting a RICC SUN3.4 Connecting the CAT5 cables 3.6 Connecting the power supplyReduced airflow 3.6.1 Avoiding general rack mounting problemsElevated operating ambient temperature Mechanical loading3.6.4 Cascading Smart CAT5 switches 3.6.3 Rack mounting the RICCsFigure 12 Cascading Smart CAT5 switches RICCs4.1 The keyboard hotkeys 4 . O p e r a t i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 s ys t e m4.2 Displaying the OSD 4.2.1 Navigating the OSD 4.2.3 The OSD settings F24.2.2 Selecting a computer 4.2.4 The General settings The Administrator can The hotkeys can be any of the following  Shift, Shift default 4.2.4.10 Editing the Switch name 4.2.5 F7 Defaults4.2.6 The Ports settings 4.2.4.9 Changing the Keyboard language4.2.6.2 Keyboard KB 4.2.7 The Time settings4.2.6.1 Editing the computer name 4.2.6.3 HKEY hotkey - Cascading4.2.8 Users Figure 18 Users settings window 4.2.9 Security4.2.10 The OSD HELP window - F1 4.2.13 Moving the label - F6 4.2.12 Tuning - F54.2.11 Scanning computers- F4 4.2.14 Sending monitor emulation information to ROC/RICCs - F10To input the DDC information 5 . U s i n g t h e C o n t r o l s o f tw a r e 5.2 Connecting the RS232 Serial cable5.1 Control software system requirements 5.3 Installing and running the Control software 5.3.1 Selecting a Com port5.3.2 Computer icons Icon Meaning 5.3.3 Communication Error5.3.4 The View menu 5.3.5 Selecting a computer 5.3.8 Read Configuration5.3.9 Write Configuration 5.3.6 The toolbar buttons5.3.13 Settings 5.3.12 Logo and Passwords5.3.11 The Edit menu 5.3.16 The factory default settings 5.3.14 Loading a saved configuration5.3.15 Reminder 5.4.2 Supervisor Status S 5.4 Password protection5.4.1 Administrator Status A 5.4.3 User Status U6.3 Connecting the Smart CAT5 system 6.1 Obtaining the Update software and latest firmware6.2 System requirements for the Smart CAT5 Update software 6 . U p g r a d i n g t h e S m a r t C AT 5 f i r mw a r e6.5 Starting and configuring the Smart CAT5 Update 6.4 Installing the software6.4.1 Connecting the RS232 Serial cable 6.5.1 Verifying the version numbers 1. In the Switch Unit box, check the Smart CAT5 Manager option 6.5.2 Updating the firmware6.6 Restoring factory settings 6.7 Update software - TroubleshootingResetting from the Smart CAT5 switch 6.7.1 Resetting the unitsResetting through the Update software 6.7.3 Communication Error message6.7.4 Electricity failure 7 . R I C C S U N k e yb o a r d e m u l a t i o n USER GUIDESUN key 8 . U S B / S U N C o m b o k e ysCombo key operating systems 9 . Te c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s80% non-condensing relative humidity 9.1 Safety 9.2 WEEE complianceUSER GUIDE 201204196