Aten CL3108, CL3116 User Manual

8/16-Port Short Depth PS/2-USB VGA Single Rail

WideScreen LCD KVM Switch

CL3108 / CL3116

User Manual

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CL3108 / CL3116 User Manual

EMC Information

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

CE Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

KCC Statement

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

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User Information

Online Registration

Be sure to register your product at our online support center:

International http://eservice.aten.com

Telephone Support

For telephone support, call this number:

International 886-2-8692-6959

China 86-400-810-0-810

Japan 81-3-5615-5811

Korea 82-2-467-6789

North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988

1- 949-4 28-1111

User Notice

All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.

The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE.

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Manual Date: 2020-01-08

All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

Package Contents

The CL3108 / CL3116 package consists of:

 1 CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mount Kit  1 Power Cord  2 Custom KVM Cables (VGA, USB; 1.8m/6ft)  1 Firmware Upgrade cable  1 User Instructions*

Note: 1. Check to make sure that all the components are present and that

nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.

2. Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.

* Features may have been added to the CL3108 / CL3116 since this manual

was published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.

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EMC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

1. Introduction

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Space Utility Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Reliability and Operational Versatility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation Flexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

CL3108 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CL3116 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2. Hardware Setup

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Before you Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Standard Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Single Level Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Cable Connection Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

KVM Cable Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Two Level Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3. Basic Operation

Opening the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Powering Off and Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

The LCD Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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LCD Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Manual Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

4. OSD Operation

OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

OSD Login. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

OSD Hotkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Manufacturing Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

OSD Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

OSD Main Screen Headings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

OSD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

OSD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

F1: GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

F2: LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

F3: SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

F4: ADM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

F5: SKP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

F6: BRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

F7: AUTO SCAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

F8: LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

5. Keyboard Port Operation

Hotkey Port Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Invoke Hotkey Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Number Lock and Minus Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Control and F12 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Select the Active Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Auto Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Invoking Auto Scan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Skip Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Quick Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

OSD Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Port OS Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Set USB Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Restore Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hotkey Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

6. Keyboard Emulation

Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Starting the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Firmware Upgrade Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Appendix

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Connection Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

CL3108 to Compatible 8-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

CL3108 to Compatible 16-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

CL3116 to Compatible 8-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

CL3116 to Compatible 16-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Supported KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

OSD Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Optional Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Easy Installation Kit Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

About SPHD Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

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About this Manual

This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL3108 / CL3116 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CL3108 / CL3116 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation. The necessary steps – from a basic single level hookup to a complete 17-switch two level operation are provided.

Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the CL3108 / CL3116.

Chapter 4, OSD Operation, provides a complete description of the CL3108 / CL3116 OSD (on-screen display), and how to work with it.

Chapter 5, Keyboard Port Operation, details all of the concepts and procedures involved in the hotkey operation of your CL3108 / CL3116 installation.

Chapter 6, Keyboard Emulation, provides tables that list the PC to Mac and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings.

Chapter 7, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to use this utility to upgrade the CL3108 / CL3116 firmware with the latest available versions.

An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information regarding the CL3108 / CL3116.

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Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.

[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to

press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].

1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.

♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.

→ Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for

example), that comes next. For example, Start open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

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Run means to

For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the W eb for a list of locations and telephone numbers:

International http://www.aten.com

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The ATEN CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch offers a space-saving, streamlined approach to KVM switch technology by integrating a keyboard,

18.5" LED-backlit LCD monitor, and a touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing. The short-depth design maximizes space utility for equipping rack-mounting devices in narrow spaces. In addition, its exclusive LED illumination light provides users with proper visibility when working in lowlight conditions.

The CL3108 / CL3116 can control up to 8/16 computers; when 8/16 additional KVM switches are cascaded, a single CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch can control up to 128/256 computers. efficiency, the CL3108 / CL3116 offers Broadcast mode, which the console spreads out the commands to all computers to perform operations simultaneously. Besides, the Auto scan mode fulfills the needs for continuous monitoring a specific group of computers, and establishing a reliable working environment for users.

To achieve greater operational

To enhance information safety, the CL3108 / CL3116 provides two-level password security which restricts unauthorized users from viewing and controlling the computers. For added convenience, the CL3108 / CL3116 comes with an additional hot-pluggable USB mouse port that only supports HID device for keyboard and mouse.

As a feature-rich LCD KVM Switch, the CL3108 / CL3116 is aimed not just to achieve but exceed the requirements for space utility optimization, superior video quality, adaptive deployment, and operational versatility, and thus is ideal for control rooms with limited space in any industry.

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Features

Space Utility Optimization

 Exclusive LED illumination light – designed by ATEN to illuminate the

keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in low-light conditions

 Integrated LCD KVM console with an 18.5'' LED-backlit widescreen

LCD monitor in a single rail housing with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high system rack

 Short-depth design allows you to work with your rack-mounting

equipment in narrow spaces

 Console lock – enables the console drawer to remain securely locked away

in position when not in use

Reliability and Operational Versatility

 Superior video quality – up to 1366 x 768; DDC2B  Cascade up to 2 levels – CL3108 controls up to 128 computers or CL3116

controls up to 256 computers from a single console (With compatible KVM Switches: CS1308, CS1316)

 Dual Interface – supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and

mice

 Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection  Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) for smooth switching and

simultaneously booting multiple computers even when the console focus is elsewhere

 Computer selection via pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen

display (OSD)

 Broadcast mode – allows you to send commands from the console to all

computers to perform operations simultaneously

 Two level password security – only authorized users can view and control

computers

 Auto Scan mode – enables continuous monitoring of user-selected

computers

 Keyboard Language supports: English (US), English (UK), German

(GER.), German (SWISS), French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, and Traditional Chinese

 Additional hot-pluggable USB mouse port on front panel that supports

HID device for keyboard and mouse

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Installation Flexibility

 Standard rack mount kit included  Optional Easy Installation Rack Mounting Kit available*  No software required  Firmware upgradable  Supports hot-plugging

Note: *The East Installation Rack Mounting Kit-Short, 2X-041G is sold

separately. Contact your ATEN dealer for product information.

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Requirements

Computers

The following hardware components are required for each computer:

 A VGA, SVGA, or multisync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port.  PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin Mini-DIN), or at least one USB

port.

Cables

Substandard cables might damage the connected devices or degrade overall performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout use the high quality custom cable sets described below.

Function Length Part Number

KVM switch to computer PS/2 1.2 m

1.8 m

3.0 m

6.0 m

1.8 m

USB 1.2 m

1.8 m

3.0 m

5.0 m

PS/2-USB 1.2 m

1.8 m

3.0 m

2L-5201P 2L-5202P 2L-5203P 2L-5206P 2L-5702P

2L-5201U 2L-5202U 2L-5203U 2L-5205U

2L-5301UP 2L-5302UP 2L-5303UP

Operating Systems

Supported operating systems include Windows, Mac, Linux, and Sun.

Components

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Front View

Chapter 1. Introduction

Note: While it is the CL3108 that is pictured above, the CL3116 is identical

with the exception of having 16 KVM ports instead of 8.

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No. Component Description

1 Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide it in.

See Opening the Console / Closing the Console, page 19 for sliding the console in and out.

2 LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out, flip up the cover to access

the LCD monitor by pressing the Handle, see Handle, page 6.

3 LED Illumination

Light Pushbutton

4 LED Illumination

Light

5 Port Selection

Pushbutton / LEDs (8 for CL3108, 16 for CL3116)

Press the Exit/Light pushbutton for two seconds to turn the LED light ON or Off. (Default: Off)

Illuminates the keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in low-light conditions.

Press the port pushbuttons to bring the KVM focus to the computer attached to the corresponding port.

An orange ON LINE LED lights to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is up and running. A green Selected LED lights to indicate that the computer attached to the corresponding port is selected for KVM control.

6 Keyboard Standard 105-key keyboard

7 Touchpad Standard mouse touchpad

8 External Mouse

Port

The USB port is available to connect a USB keyboard or mouse device for users who prefer to use an external keyboard and mouse.

9 Power LED Lights green to indicate that the unit is receiving power.

10 Lock LEDs The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located

here.

11 Reset Switch Located to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed

switch in with a small object to perform a system reset.

12 Firmware

Upgrade Port

The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator's computer to the CL3108 / CL3116 plugs into this 3.5 mm audio jack.

13 Firmware

Upgrade Switch

During normal operation and while performing a firmware upgrade, this switch should be in the NORMAL position. If a firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully, this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade recovery. See Firmware Upgrade Recovery, page 56, for details.

14 LCD On / Off

Button

Push this button to turn the LCD monitor on and off. The button lights when the LCD monitor is off.

Note: The light indicates that only the monitor is off, not the attached KVM switch.

15 LCD Controls The buttons to control the position and picture settings of the

LCD display are located here. See page 22, for details.

Chapter 1. Introduction

142 3

CL3108 Rear View

No. Component Description

1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-prong AC power socket. The power cord

2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit on and off.

3KVM Port

Section

4 Grounding

Terminal

from an AC source plugs in here.

The cables that link to the computers plug in here.

Note: The shape of these SPHD connectors have been specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in (see the Cables section on page 4, for details). Do NOT attempt to use ordinary 15 pin VGA connector cables to link these ports to the computers.

The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here.

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142 3

CL3116 Rear View

No. Component Description

1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-prong AC power socket. The power cord

2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit on and off.

3 KVM Port

Section

4 Grounding

Terminal

from an AC source plugs in here.

The cables that link to the computers plug in here.

The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here.

Chapter 2

1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 57. Please review it before proceeding.

2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.

3. The LCD KVM switch is designed for rack mounting. If the KVM switch is not rack mounted be sure to place it on a completely flat and firm surface before pulling the device in or out to prevent damage due to uneven force on the module.

Place on Flat Surface

Hardware Setup

Overview

The CL3108 / CL3116 is a switch designed to work with USB and PS/2 interfaces. It utilizes custom KVM cables that serve as intermediaries between the switch and computers. A custom KVM cable is required for each computer. Custom cables of various lengths are listed on page 4. Consult your dealer to find out which custom KVM cables best fit your needs.

Before you Begin

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L BracketL Bracket

R BracketR Bracket

Standard Rack Mounting

A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL3108 / CL3116 and can be mounted in 1U of rack space. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42.0-72.0 cm. The installation procedures are described in the following sections. Below is an image of the parts included with your package that will be needed for rack installation.

Note: 1. It takes two people to mount the switch: one to hold it in place, the

other to screw it in.

2. The standard rack mounting kit does not include screws or cage nuts. If you need additional screws or cage nuts, contact your rack dealer.

3. Allow at least 5.1 cm on each side for proper ventilation, and at least

12.7 cm at the back for the power cord and cable clearance.

4. Optional mounting kits – including single person Easy Installation kits – are available with a separate purchase. See Optional Rack Mounting, page 66 for details.

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

To rack mount the CL3108 / CL3116, do the following:

1. Attach the left and right mounting brackets to the back of the rack, installing four screws in the tabs to secure them in place.

2. Two people to insert the CL3108 / CL3116, by sliding its left and right side bars into the mounting brackets.

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3. While one person hold the weight of the CL3108 / CL3116, have a second person to install four screws in the front tabs to secure the module to the front of the rack.

Note: Allow at least 5.1 cm on each side for proper ventilation, and at least

12.7 cm at the back for the power cord and cable clearance.

Grounding

To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded. Use a grounding wire to ground the CL3108 / CL3116 by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.

Note: The CL3116 is pictured above. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as

the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

Single Level Installation

In a single level installation, there are no additional switches cascaded from the first unit. To set up a single level installation do the following:

Note: The CL3116 is pictured below. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as

the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.

1. Ground the CL3108 / CL3116 and make sure that power has been turned

off to all the computers you will be connecting.

2. Use KVM cable sets* (as described in the Cables section on page 4), to

connect any available KVM port to the keyboard, video and mouse ports of the computer you are installing. Refer to the KVM Cable Installation Diagrams on the following page.

3. Plug the power cable into an AC power source.

4. Turn on the power to LCD Console.

5. Turn on the power to the computers.

Single Level Installation Diagram

Note: The numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbered steps above.

* Contact your KVM dealer for ordering information.

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Cable Connection Diagrams

KVM Cable Installation Diagrams

USB KVM Cable Connection

PS/2 KVM Cable Connection

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

Two Level Installation

To control even more computers, up to 8/16 additional switches can be cascaded from the first CL3108 / CL3116 (see the Appendix for a list of compatible ATEN switches). As many as 128 (CL3108) or 256 (CL3116) computers can be controlled from a single console in a complete cascade installation. Tables showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of switches needed to control them are provided on page 63 in the Appendix.

To set up a two level installation, do the following:

Note: The CL3116 is pictured below. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as

the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.

1. Ground the master CL3108 / CL3116 and make sure that power has been

turned off to all the computers you will be connecting up.

2. Using a KVM cable, connect any available KVM Port on the first level

switch to the Console port on the second level unit*.

3. Use KVM cable sets (described in the Cables section, page 4), to connect

any available KVM port on the CL3108 / CL3116 installation to the keyboard, video and mouse ports of the computers you are installing.

4. Repeat the above steps for any additional units you wish to add to the

installation.

5. The Power On sequence requires that all slave units be powered on first.

After they are all on, the master unit must be powered on next. Only after all the switches have been powered on in this sequence, can the computers be powered on.

Note: The CL3108 / CL3116 can only be installed as the first switch in a two

level installation as its LCD, keyboard and mouse are used as the console and all second level switches require an external console port to be cascaded.

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