AP Windows Client Login, File Menu | Tripp Lite B064-016-02-IP

Accessing the B064-Series KVM Switch

AP Windows Client Login

In some cases, the Administrator may not want the B064-Series KVM Switches to be available via browser. The Windows AP Client allows Windows systems users access to the KVM switch without having to go through a browser.

The AP Windows Client can be found in the Download Section of the OSD or on the CD that came with your B064-Series KVM Switch.

If you do not have access to the CD, and browser access to the KVM switch has already been disabled, you will need to obtain the file from your system administrator. Once you have saved the AP Windows Client, go to its location and double-click the WinClient.exe icon to bring up the Windows Client Connection Screen:

The Connection Screen

A description of the contents of the Connection Screen is given in the following table:

	Item	Description

	Menu Bar	The Menu Bar contains three menus; File, Tools and Help
		• The File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open Work files.
		• The Tools Menu contains one entry; Hotkey Setup. (See Hotkey Setup, page 19)

	Server List	Each time the WinClient.exe file is run, it searches the User’s LAN segment for B064-Series KVM Switches, and lists the
	Server List	ones it finds in this box. Double-click on any of the units in this list to connect to it.


	Server	This area is used when you want to connect to a B064-Series KVM Switch at a remote location.
		• Click on the IP drop-down and select an address from the list. If the address you want is not listed, key in the target IP
		address in the IP field, and its port number in the Port field.
		• When the IP address and port number have been specified, click Connect to bring up a login dialog box. Provide a
		Username and Password as provided by your system administrator and click OK to establish a connection with the B064-
		Series KVM Switch.
		• When you have finished with your session, click Disconnect to end the connection.

	Message List	Lists status messages regarding the connection to the B064-Series KVM Switch.

	Switch to Remote	Once a remote connection with a B064-Series KVM Switch has been established, this button becomes active. Click it to
	View	switch to the KVM Switch’s Main OSD Page.

The File Menu

The File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open Work files. A Work File consists of all the information specified in a Client session. This includes the items in the Server List and Server IP list, as well as the Hotkey settings.

Whenever a user runs the Client program, it opens with the values contained in the current work file. The current work file consists of the values that were in effect the last time the program was closed.

The File menu consists of three items:

Item

New

Open

Save

Description

Allows the user to create a named work file so that its values will not be lost and will be available for future use

Allows the user to open a previously saved work file and use the values contained in it

Allows the user to save the values presently in effect as the current work file

B064-032-02-IP, B064-016-02-IP, B064-032-04-IP specifications

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All three models are compatible with various operating systems and provide multiple connectivity options, including VGA and HDMI, to cater to diverse setups. They also support high-definition video resolutions, ensuring that users experience clear, crisp visuals.

In terms of reliability, these KVM switches are crafted using advanced components and adhere to stringent quality standards, enabling them to perform efficiently in demanding environments. With features like hot-plugging capability, users can add or remove servers without shutting down, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Collectively, the Tripp Lite B064 models offer a powerful and flexible solution for managing computers and servers in various settings, combining technology, security, and ease of use to meet the needs of modern IT infrastructures.

Tripp Lite B064-016-02-IP AP Windows Client Login, Connection Screen, File Menu, New Open Save

Models: B064-032-02-IP B064-016-02-IP B064-032-04-IP