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Regulatory Information

1.This is an FCC 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.

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.

2.All contents of this package, including products, packing materials and documentation comply with ROHS.

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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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Safety Instructions

General

wRead all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.

wFollow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.

wDo not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.

wDo not use the device near water.

wDo not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.

wThe device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

wThe device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.

wNever spill liquid of any kind on the device.

wUnplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

wThe device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

wThe device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national wiring codes.

wDo not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

wIf an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

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wTo help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

wPosition system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.

wWhen connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, observe the following guidelines:

§Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply.

§Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.

§If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.

wNever push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

wDo not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

wIf the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.

§The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.

§Liquid has been spilled into the device.

§The device has been exposed to rain or water.

§The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

§The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

§The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.

wOnly adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.

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Rack Mounting

wBefore working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.

wAlways load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first.

wMake sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack.

wUse caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers.

wAfter a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a locking position, and then slide the device into the rack.

wDo not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.

wEnsure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.

wDo not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack.

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Package Contents

The complete CN-6000 package consists of:

w1 CN-6000 KVM on the Net™ Control Unit

w1 CS Custom KVM Cable Set

w1 Power Adapter

w1 Rack Mount Kit

w1 Software CD

w1 User Manual

w1 Quick Start Guide

Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.

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.

Manual Part No. PAPE-0227-300G

Printed in Taiwan 09/2005

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Contents
	Regulatory Information . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
	User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
	Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
	General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
	Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
	Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
	About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
	Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
	Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
	Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
1.	Introduction
	Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
	Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
	System Requirements . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. Hardware Setup
	Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
	Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
	Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
	Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
	Cable Information . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
	Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.	Getting Started
	Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
	Screen Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.	Administration
	Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
	General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
	Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
	Access Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
	IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
	DNS Server . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
	Log Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
	Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
	Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
	Radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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User Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

5. The Windows Client
Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
OSD Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
Keystrokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Mouse Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	35
Configuring the Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	37
Video Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	37
The Message Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	39
The Button Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	40
Message Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	40
Compose Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	40
User List Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	41
6. The Java Client
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	43
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	45
The Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	45
7. The Log File
The Log File Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	51
8. AP Operation
The Administrator Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	54
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
The Settings Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	58
Uploading Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	59
General: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	60
Network: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	61
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	63
Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	64
User Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	66
Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	69
Upgrading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	71

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The Windows Client . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
The Connection Screen . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
The File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
The Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
The Java Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
The Log Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
The Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Configure . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
The CN-6000 List Panel . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
The Event List Window . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Appendix
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
IP Address Determination . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Administrator Login Failure . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
General Operation . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
The Windows Client . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Sun Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
The Java Client . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
The Log Server . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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About This Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CN-6000 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Overview

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CN-6000 System. Its purpose, features and benefits are described.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, presents the front and back panel components, and explains how to connect the CN-6000 to your server or KVM switch and the Internet.

Chapter 3, Getting Started, describes how to log into the CN-6000 with a browser, and the screen elements that appear on the opening page.

Chapter 4, The Administrator Utility, continues with browser operation procedures. It explains how to connect to the CN-6000 as an administrator; and how to configure the CN-6000 for operation.

Chapter 5, The Windows Client, explains how to run the Windows Client Software from the browser. It shows how to connect to the CN-6000 and how to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).

Chapter 6, The Java Client, explains how to run the Java Client Software from the browser. It shows how to connect to the CN-6000 and how to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).

Chapter 7, The Log File, describes how to use the log file utility from the browser. It explains how to view the events that take place on the CN-6000.

Chapter 8, AP Operation, describes how to operate the CN-6000 using application programs, rather than with the browser method.

An Appendix provides specifications and other technical information regarding the CN-6000.

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Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Courier	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.

wBullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.

>Indicates selecting an option on a menu. For example, Start > Run means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

Getting Help

If you need to contact ATEN technical support with a problem, visit our web page at www.aten.com.

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Chapter 1.

Introduction

Overview

The CN-6000 is a control unit that allows operators to monitor and access their computers from remote locations using a standard Internet browser or Windows-based application programs. The CN-6000 connects to the Internet, an Intranet, LAN, or WAN using industry standard Category 5 cable, then uses a KVM cable to connect to a local KVM switch or server.

Because the CN-6000 uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the server or KVM switch it is connected to can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.

Operators at remote locations connect to the CN-6000 via its IP address. Once a connection has been established and authorization granted, the remote computer can exchange keyboard, video and mouse signals with the server (or servers on a KVM switch installation), just as if they were physically present and working on the equipment directly.

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With its advanced security features, the CN-6000 is the fastest, most reliable, most cost effective way to remotely access and manage widely distributed multiple computer installations.

The Administrator and Client software included with the CN-6000 make it easy to install, maintain, and operate. System administrators can handle a multitude of tasks with ease - from installing and running GUI applications, to BIOS level troubleshooting, routine monitoring, concurrent maintenance, system administration, rebooting and even pre-booting functions.

The Administrator Utility is available in a both a browser-based version and a Windows-based application version. It is used to configure the system; limit access from remote computers; manage users; and maintain the system with firmware and software module updates.

Both a Windows GUI Client and a Java Client are also available in browser-based and Windows application versions. They are provided for IP connection and login from anywhere on the net. Inclusion of a Java-based client ensures that the CN-6000 is platform independent, and is able to work with all operating systems.

The client software allows access to, and control of, the connected servers. Once an operator successfully connects and logs in, his screen displays what is running on the remote unit attached to the CN-6000 (a KVM OSD display, a server’s desktop, or a running program, for example) and he can control it from his console just as if he were there.

The Log Server records all the events that take place on selected CN-6000 units for the administrator to analyze.

Your CN-6000 investment is protected by a Firmware Upgrade Utility. You can stay current with the latest functionality improvements by downloading firmware update files from our website as they become available, and then using the utility to quickly and conveniently perform the upgrade.

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Features

MRemote access of KVM switches or servers via LAN, WAN, or the Internet; control your installation from down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world

MSupports 10Base-T, 100Base-T, TCP/IP, HTTP

MAdvanced security features include password protection and advanced encryption technologies

MHigh video resolution: up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz; 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz

MWindows GUI and Java-based client software; Java client works with all operating systems

MUpgradeable firmware via RJ45 Ethernet connection

MThree level password access: Administrator; User; Viewer

MMessage board feature allows logged in users to communicate with each other, and allows a user to take exclusive control of the KVM functions

MSupports creation of up to 64 user accounts

MUp to 32 concurrent logins are supported

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System Requirements

MFor best results we recommend that the computers used to access the CN-6000 control unit have at least a P III 1 GHz processor, and that the screen resolution is set to 1024 x 768.

MBrowsers must support 128 bit data encryption.

MFor best results we recommend that the internet connection speed be at least 128 kbps.

MFor the browser-based Windows Client, you must have DirectX 7.0 or higher installed.

MFor the browser-based Java Client, you must have Sun’s Java 2 (1.4 or higher).

MFor the browser-based Log Server, you must have the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4.0 or higher driver installed.

MOnly non-interlaced video signals at the following resolutions and refresh rates are supported:

Resolution	Refresh Rates
640 x 480	60, 70, 75, 85, 90, 100, 120

720 x 400	70, 75

800 x 600	56, 60, 70, 75, 85, 90, 100, 120

1024 x 768	60, 70, 75, 85, 90, 100

1152 x 864	60, 70, 75, 85

1280 x 1024	60, 70, 75

1600 x 1200	60

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Chapter 2.

Hardware Setup

Front View

No.	Component	Description
1.	Reset / Firmware	Pressing and holding this switch in while powering ON the
	Upgrade Switch	CN-6000 returns it to the factory default firmware level.
		After the CN-6000 has been powered ON, pressing and
		holding this switch in for more that two seconds performs
		a system reset.
		Note: This switch is recessed and must be pushed with a
		thin object - such as the end of a paper clip, or a ballpoint
		pen.

2.	Data Speed LED	The LED lights GREEN to indicate 10 Mbps data
		transmission speed.
		The LED lights ORANGE to indicate 100 Mbps data
		transmission speed.

3.	Link LED	Flashes GREEN to indicate that a Client program is
		accessing the device.

4.	Power LED	Lights ORANGE when the CN-6000 is powered up and
		ready to operate.

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Rear View

	1
		2
		3	5
		4
No.	Component	Description
1.	KVM Port	The KVM cable (supplied with this package) that links the
		CN-6000 to your KVM switch or server plugs in here.
2.	Local Console	The CN-6000 can be accessed via a local console as well
	Section	as over the Net. The cables for the local console
		(keyboard, monitor, and mouse) plug in here. Each port is
		color coded and marked with an appropriate icon to
		indicate itself.
3.	RJ-45 Port	The cable that connects the CN-6000 to the Internet
		server plugs in here.
4.	RS-232 Port	The RS-232 port is made available for use with a Power
		over the NET™ remote power management module.
		Contact your dealer for details.
5.	Power Jack	The power adapter cable plugs in here.

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Before You Begin

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

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

Rack Mounting

For convenience and flexibility, the CN-5000 can be mounted on a system rack. To rack mount the unit do the following:

1.Using the screws provided with this package, screw the mounting bracket into the top or bottom of the unit as shown in the diagram below.

Phillips hex head

M3 x 8

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2. Screw the bracket into any convenient location on the rack.

Note: These screws are not provided. We recommend that you use M5 x 12 Phillips Type I cross, recessed type screws.

Cable Information

Only custom cable sets specifically designed to work with the CN-6000 may be used to link to your server or KVM switch. A 1.8 m custom cable set is provided with this package. Cable sets are also available in other lengths, as shown in the table below.

Length (m)	Part Number

1.22L-5201P

1.82L-5202P

3.02L-5203P

6.02L-5206P

If you wish to purchase additional cables, contact your dealer.

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Installation

To install the CN-6000, refer to the diagram below (the diagram numbers correspond to the numbered steps), and do the following:

1.Plug the local administrator’s keyboard, mouse, and monitor into the unit’s Console Ports.

2.Use the KVM cable provided with this package to connect the CN-6000’s KVM Port, to the Keyboard, Video and Mouse ports of the server or KVM switch that you are installing.

3.Plug the LAN or WAN cable into the CN-6000’s RJ-45 socket.

4.Plug the power adapter cable into the CN-6000’s power jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC power source.

5.Power up your server or KVM installation.

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Notes:

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Chapter 3.

Getting Started

The CN-6000 can be accessed either from an internet type browser, or via Windows-based application (AP) programs. The next several chapters describe browser-based operations. AP access is discussed in Chapter 8.

Logging In

To operate the CN-6000 from an Internet browser, begin by logging in:

1.Open your browser and specify the IP address of the CN-6000 you want to access in the browser’s URL location bar.

Note: 1. Get the IP address from the CN-6000 administrator.

2.If you are the administrator, and are logging in for the first time, the various ways to determine the CN-6000’s IP address are described in the Appendix on p. 94.

2.A Security Alert dialog box appears.

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3.Accept the certificate. If a second certificate appears, accept it as well. The CN-6000 login page appears:

4.Provide a valid Username and Password (set by the CN-6000 administrator), then Click Login to continue.

Note: 1. If you are the administrator, and are logging in for the first time, use the default Username: administrator; and the default Password: password. For security purposes, we strongly recommend you remove these and give yourself a unique Username and Password (see User Manager, p. 24).

2.If you supplied an invalid login, the authentication routine will return this message: Invalid Username or Password. Please try again. If you see this message, log in again being careful with the Username and Password.

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3. Getting Started

After you have successfully logged in, the CN-6000 Main Page appears:

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Screen Elements

The icons arranged horizontally across the top of the page are linked to the administration utilities, which are used to configure the CN-6000. Your ability to make configuration changes depends on the permissions associated with your login information (see User Management, p. 24). Use of the administrative functions is discussed in Chapter 4.

The icons arranged vertically down the left side of the page are used to operate the CN-6000. Their purpose is discussed in the table below:

Icon	Purpose

Saves the changes you make in the administration dialog boxes (see the Administration chapter), but does not implement the changes. The changes only go into effect when you enable Reset on exit (see p. 26 for details) and log out.

Allows users with the proper permission (see p. 25), to connect to the CN-6000 using Windows software, and to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).

For platform independence, the Java client allows users with the proper permission (see p. 25), that have Java installed to connect to the CN-6000 and to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).

If a Power over the NET™ module is connected to your installation, and if you have the proper permission (see p. 25), clicking this icon will bring up its interface.

All the events that take place on the CN-6000 are recorded in a log file. If you have the proper permission (see p. 25), clicking this icon displays the contents of the log file.

Click this icon to log out and end your CN-6000 session.

Note: It is important to log out when you end your session. Otherwise, you must wait until the timeout setting has expired before the CN-6000 can be accessed again. (See Time out control under the Customization dialog box, p. 26.)

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Chapter 4.

Administration

Introduction

The administration utilities, represented by the icons located across the top of the CN-6000 web page, are used to configure the CN-6000 for operation.

This chapter discusses each of them in turn. As you make your configuration changes, Click the Apply icon at the upper left of the web page to save the changes in the CN-6000’s configuration file. To have the changes actually take effect, you have to put a check in the Reset on Exit box (see Customization, p. 26), and log out.

Note: If you don’t have Configuration privileges (see User Management, p. 24) the Administration configuration dialogs are available for viewing, but the input fields are disabled, and cannot be changed.

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General

Once you login, the General panel displays on the web page:

It is the first of the Administration pages, and provides information about the CN-6000’s status.

An explanation of each of the fields is given in the table below:

Device Name:	To make it easier to manage installations that have
	more than one CN-6000, each one can be given a
	name. To assign a name for the CN-6000, key in one
	of your choosing here (15 characters max.).

MAC Address:	The CN-6000’s MAC Address displays here.

Firmware Version:	Indicates the CN-6000’s current firmware version level.

Note: New versions of the CN-6000’s firmware can be downloaded from our website as they become available, (see p. 27 for details).

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4. Administration

Network

The Network dialog is used to specify the CN-6000’s network environment.

Access Port

As a security measure, if a firewall is being used, the Administrator can specify the port numbers that the firewall will allow (and set the firewall accordingly). Users must specify the port number as part of the IP address when they log in to the CN-6000. If an invalid port number (or no port number) is specified, the CN-6000 will not be found.

Note: If there is no firewall (on an Intranet, for example), it doesn’t matter what these numbers are set to, since they have no effect.

An explanation of the fields is given in the table below:

Program:	This is the port number that must be specified when connecting
	from the Administrator and Windows Client software programs.
	Valid entries are from 1024 - 60,000.

Java:	This is the port number used for Java Client connections. Valid
	entries are from 0 - 65535.

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IP Address

The CN-6000 can either have its IP address assigned dynamically at bootup (DHCP), or it can be given a fixed IP address.

MFor dynamic IP address assignment, select the Obtain an IP address automatically, radio button.

Note: If the CN-6000 is on a network that uses DHCP to assign network addresses, and you need to ascertain its IP address, see IP Address Determination, p. 94, for information.

MTo specify a fixed IP address, select the Set IP address manually, radio button and fill in the IP address.

DNS Server

The CN-6000 can either have its DNS server address assigned automatically, or a fixed address can be specified.

MFor automatic address assignment, select the Obtain DNS server address automatically, radio button.

MTo specify a fixed address, select the Use the following DNS server address, radio button and fill in the required information.

Log Server

Important transactions that occur on the CN-6000, such as logins and internal status messages, are kept in an automatically generated log file.

Specify the MAC address and a Port number for the server you want the log server software to reside on.

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