ATEN KA9233 User Manual

Combo Graphic Console Module

KA9233

User Manual

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KA9233 User Manual

FCC Information

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.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

SJ/T 11364-2006

The following contains information that relates to China:

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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 86-10-5255-0110

Japan 81-3-5615-5811

Korea 82-2-467-6789

North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988

United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923

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

 Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.

 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.

 Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If

the device falls, serious damage will result.

 Do not use the device near water.

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

 The 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.

 The 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.

 Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.

 Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

 The 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.

 The 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.

 Do 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.

 If 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.

 To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and

decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

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 When 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.

 Never 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.

 Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

 If 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.

 Only 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

 Before 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.

 Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the

rack first.

 Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from

the rack.

 Do 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.

 Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.

 Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a

rack.

KA9233 User Manual

Manual Part No. PAPE-0273-1AXG

Printing Date: 27 March 2013

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

Package Contents

The KA9233 package consists of:

1 Combo Graphic Console Module with Stacking Brackets

1 KVM Cable

1 Power Adapter

1 Rack Mount Kit

1 User Manual*

1 Quick Start Guide

Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order. If anything is missing, or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.

Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on the KA9233 installation.

* Changes may have been made to the manual since it was published. Please

visit our Website to check for the most up-to-date version.

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Contents

FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

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

SJ/T 11364-2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

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

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

Online Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xi

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xi

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii

Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

Chapter 1.

Introduction

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

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

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Consoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

KA9233 Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

KA9233 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 2.

Installation

Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Stacking and Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Stacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Verifying the Connection to the Matrix KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Topology Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Hot Plugging User Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Chapter 3.

Operation

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Switching Between the Local Computer and the Matrix KVM Switch . . . .13

Adjusting the Picture Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Logging in to the Graphical OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

The Graphical OSD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Tree View Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Navigating the Graphical OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Shortcut Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Cascaded Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Matrix Plus KVM Adapter Cable Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Daisy-Chained Installations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Port Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Accessing Devices Attached to the Matrix KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Skipping and Scanning Attached Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Setting the OSD View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

View Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Set Port ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Display Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Set Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Configuring OSD User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Viewing Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Logging Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Chapter 4.

Hotkey Mode

Hotkey Port Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Invoking Hotkey Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Switching to Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Auto Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Setting the Scan Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Invoking Auto Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Hotkey Summary Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Chapter 5.

Administration

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Naming Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Setting the Webpage Session Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Network Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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IP Installer Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Port Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

System Event Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Group Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Adding Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Modifying Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Deleting Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Managing Port Access Rights for Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

User Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Adding Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Modifying Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Deleting Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Managing Port Access Rights for Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Port Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Accessing Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Managing Port Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Cascaded Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Configuring Port Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Restoring Port Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Searching for Ports and Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Upgrading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Preparing to Upgrade the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Upgrading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Viewing and Clearing the Log File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Broadcasting Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Viewing System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Chapter 6.

Keyboard Emulation

Apple Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Appendix

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Entering the ok Prompt (Sun Solaris) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Sun Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Index

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About This Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KA9233 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 KA9233 system. Its

purpose, features, and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.

Chapter 2, Installation, provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your installation, and explains some basic operating procedures.

Chapter 3, Operation, describes how to log into the KA9233 and provides detailed information for configuring and controlling your installation using the KA9233’s intuitive, Graphical OSD (On Screen Display).

Chapter 4, Hotkey Mode, explains the concepts and procedures used to control the KA9233 from the keyboard.

Chapter 5, Administration, explains the administrative procedures that are employed to configure the matrix KVM switch’s working environment using the Graphical OSD.

Chapter 6, Keyboard Emulation, lists the keys for a PC keyboard to emulate the functions of the Apple and Sun keyboards.

An Appendix at the end of the manual provides technical and troubleshooting information.

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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].

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 means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

→ Run

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Technical Support

International

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Technical Phone Support 1. Contact your local dealer.

Email Support Email your questions and concerns to:

Online Support

 Technical Support  Troubleshooting  Documentation  Software Updates

2. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center: 886-2-8692-6959

support@aten.com

1. Online technical support is available to ALTUSEN customers through our e-Support Center:

http://support.aten.com

2. Online troubleshooting that describes the most commonly encountered problems and offers possible solutions to them; online documentation (including electronically available manuals); and the latest drivers and firmware for your product are available at our Website: http://www.aten.com

North America

Technical Phone Support Registered ALTUSEN product owners are entitled to

Email Support Email your questions and concerns to:

Online Support

 Technical Support  Troubleshooting  Documentation  Software Updates

telephone technical support. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center: 1-888-999-ATEN

support@aten-usa.com

1. Online technical support is available to ALTUSEN customers through our e-Support Center:

http://www.aten-usa.com/support

When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:

 Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase

 Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level,

expansion cards, and software

 Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred

 The sequence of operations that led up to the error

 Any other information you feel may be of help

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Product Information

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The Altusen KA9233 Combo Graphic Console Module offers secure access to the servers in a matrix KVM switch from a keyboard, monitor, mouse (KVM) console or a computer workstation. It provides user-friendly server management, flexible console interface support, and superior video graphics.

The KA9233 has console ports for both PS/2 and USB keyboards and mice and an SPHD port for integration with a computer workstation. It enables network administrators to seamlessly switch between a workstation computer and servers in the matrix KVM switch. This eliminates the constant need to move from one workstation to another to manage servers. Moreover, because the KA9233 can be placed up to 300 meters (980') away from the servers, network administrators can respond to problems as they arise, not only when they have time to visit the data center.

An intuitive graphical user interface, the Graphical OSD, features easy-to-use menus, icons, and shortcut keys to access servers, manage users and groups, control port access, upgrade firmware versions, and perform many other administrative functions. Login password protection and three-level user access control ensure that unauthorized users cannot gain control of the servers in your matrix KVM switch. The Graphical OSD is platform independent and does not require you to install any software.

Superior video display resolutions are supported up to 2048 x 1536 for the local computer and 1024 x 768 for the matrix KVM switch for crisp, clear graphics. Support for Display Data Channel (DDC) emulation eliminates complex power on procedures and ensures the highest possible video resolution.

As server densities increase, so does cable bulk. To combat this effect, the KA9233 uses a single, economical Cat 5 cable to connect to the matrix KVM switch, greatly reducing cable volume and the overall cost of the installation.

Other useful features include Auto Scan mode to continuously monitor servers, a log file, free lifetime firmware upgrades, and a 1U rack mount kit.

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Features

 One Combo Graphic Console Module can control a workstation computer

and a remote matrix KVM switch installation

 Supports PS/2 and USB keyboards and mice

 New Graphical OSD—intuitive, easy-to-use graphical user interface to

manage the matrix KVM switch and port switching

 Supports login password authentication

 Supports three-level user access control (Super Administrator,

Administrator, and User)

 Configure port access rights via user or group account settings, or on a

port-by-port basis

 Automatically scan attached computers at regular intervals

 Connects to matrix KVM switch via economical Cat 5 (or higher) cable

 Superior video quality—2048 x 1536 @ 60Hz for up to 10m for local

computer; 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz for up to 300 meters from Combo Graphic Console Module to KVM adapter cable (CPU module)

 Full-screen Graphical OSD (800 x 600, 16-bit color)

 Automatic video gain control

 Manual video gain control to fine tune the video signal

 Extensive sets of hotkeys and shortcut keys enable you to quickly switch

between the workstation computer, Graphical OSD, and ports on the matrix KVM switch, operate the Graphical OSD entirely from the keyboard, invoke Auto Scan mode, and more

 OSD hotkey is customizable to avoid conflict with programs running on

computers

 Supports Logitech and Microsoft wireless mice

 LCD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, and MultiSync support; DDC2B (local

computer)

 Built in ASIC for greater reliability and compatibility

 No software to install

 Free lifetime flash firmware upgrades

 Rack mounts in 1U of rack space

Chapter 1. Introduction

Requirements

Consoles

The following equipment is required for the console:

 A VGA, SVGA, XGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the

highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation

 Keyboard and mouse (PS/2 or USB)

Computers

The following equipment is required for the local computer:

 A VGA, SVGA, XGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15

port

 PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin mini-DIN), or one USB port

Cables

One or more of the following cables are required for use with the KA9233:

Typ e Description

Cat 5 Cable Connects the KA9233 to a matrix KVM switch

KVM Cable Connects a local computer to the KA9233:

 Computers with PS/2 ports use Part No. 2L-5202P

 Computers with a USB port use Part No. 2L-5202U

Operating Systems

 Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and higher

 Mac OS

 RED HAT

 Mandriva Linux 9.0 and higher

 SUSE 8.2 and higher

 Free BSD 3.5.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 and higher

 Sun Solaris™ 8 and higher

 Netware 5.0, 6.0 and higher

 OS/2 Ver 2.0

 AIX 4.3 and higher

 DOS 6.22

9.0 and higher

Linux® 6.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.0 and higher

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KA9233 Front View

1. LINK LED

2. LOCAL LED

3. REMOTE LED

4. Video Gain Buttons

5. LOCAL/REMOTE Button

KA9233 Rear View

1. Power Jack

2. LOCAL PC Port

3. LINK Port

Chapter 1. Introduction

4. F/W UPGRADE Port

5. CONSOLE Section

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Chapter 2

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

2. If you will connect a local computer, ensure it is powered off.

3. Make sure that all devices you will be connecting up are properly grounded.

Installation

Before you Begin

Stacking and Rack Mounting

The KA9233 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted in 1U of rack space.

Stacking

The KA9233 can be placed on any level surface that can safely support its weight and the weight of the attached cables. Ensure that the surface is clean and free of materials that can interfere with the normal operation of the device. The stacking brackets provide an easy method to securely stack multiple KA9233 together.

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Rack Mounting

1. Remove the 2 stacking brackets from the sides of the unit. This requires using a Phillips head hex screwdriver to remove the 8 screws that attach the stacking brackets to the unit.

2. Remove the 4 screws from the sides and bottom at the front of the unit. Using the screws provided with the rack mount kit, attach the rack mount brackets to the sides of the unit (as shown in the figure below). There are two sets of screw holes on the rack mount brackets so that the KA9233 can be rack mounted either flush with the rack or with the front panel protruding.

Chapter 2. Installation

3. Attach the unit to the front of the rack. Position it so that the holes in the

mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.

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Installation

Follow these steps to install your new KA9233 Combo Graphic Console Module:

1. Connect your monitor and PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse to the CONSOLE ports on the KA9233. Each port is marked with an identifying icon.

2. (Optional) Use the provided KVM cable to connect a computer to the LOCAL PC port.

3. Use Cat 5 cable to connect the LINK port on the KA9233 to a user port on the rear panel of the matrix KVM switch.

4. Connect the power adapter to an AC mains power source appropriate for your model, and then connect the power adapter cable to the KA9233. You will hear a long beep and the LED indicators on the front panel will illuminate for a moment.

5. If you connected a computer to the LOCAL PC port, you may turn it on now.

Chapter 2. Installation

Verifying the Connection to the Matrix KVM Switch

The LINK LED indicator on the front panel of the KA9233 illuminates when the KA9233 establishes a valid connection to a matrix KVM switch that is powered on. It flashes when the KA9233 transmits and receives data.

Topology Considerations

The KA9233 operates with the matrix KVM switch at distances up to 300 meters between the Combo Graphic Console Module and KVM adapter cables, while still maintaining reliability and high video resolution. This allows the matrix KVM switch installation to take advantage of the internal Cat 5e and Cat 6 wiring built-in to most modern commercial buildings.

Since the data signals are not transmitted in packets, the transmission cannot go through network hubs or switches. Passive components such as patch panels, keystone jacks, patch cables, etc. can be used to channel the traffic, instead.

Basic Operation

Hot Plugging

The KA9233 supports hot plugging—components can be removed and added back into the KA9233 by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the console module down. In order for hot plugging to work properly, however, the procedure described below must be followed:

Hot Plugging User Ports

The keyboard, monitor, and mouse all can be hot plugged. If you experience a problem after you plug in a new mouse, unplug the power adapter cable from the KA9233 and plug it in again.

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Chapter 3

Operation

Overview

In this chapter we explain how to use the Graphical OSD to access target devices attached to the matrix KVM switch installation. Users also can automatically monitor target devices in Auto Scan mode and manually skip forward and backward through them. We also show users how to make changes to their profiles and set up their personal working environments.

Switching Between the Local Computer and the Matrix KVM Switch

Press the LOCAL/REMOTE button located on the front panel of the KA9233 to switch between the matrix KVM switch and the computer attached to the LOCAL PC port. (The LOCAL LED indicator illuminates when accessing the local computer, and the REMOTE LED indicator illuminates when accessing the matrix KVM switch.) Or, follow this procedure to use a hotkey combination to perform this function:

1. Press and hold down the [Num Lock] key.

2. Press and release the minus (-) key or the asterisk (*) key two times.

3. Release the [Num Lock] key.

[Num Lock] + [-] + [-]

-or-

[Num Lock] + [*] + [*]

4. Repeat this procedure to return to the previous screen.

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Adjusting the Picture Quality

The length and quality of Cat 5 cable used to connect the KA9233 to the matrix KVM switch can affect picture quality when viewing computers attached to the matrix KVM switch. (The picture quality of the local computer is not affected by the Cat 5 cable.) Use the video gain buttons on the front panel of the KA9233 to adjust the picture quality. If the picture quality appears poor, press

VIDEO GAIN + to improve it. If the picture appears too bright, press VIDEO GAIN - to normalize the picture.

Chapter 3. Operation

Logging in to the Graphical OSD

To log in to the Graphical OSD:

1. After powering on the KA9233, the Login screen appears.

Note: If the Login screen does not appear, press the LOCAL/REMOTE

button on the front panel of the KA9233.

2. Enter your username and password, and then click Login. (Usernames and

passwords are not case-sensitive.) Upon successfully logging in, the Graphical OSD main screen appears.

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The Graphical OSD

Menus

The menus at the top of the Graphical OSD are described in the table below:

Menu Description

View Clicking the View menu opens the View screen, which allows the

user to set screen viewing options. (See Setting the OSD View, page 24.)

Settings Clicking the Settings menu opens the Settings screen. Users can

Administration Clicking the Administration menu opens a pop-up menu. From this

Skip/Scan Clicking the Skip/Scan menu starts Auto Scan mode.

Search Clicking the Search menu opens the Search screen. The user can

change their account passwords; they also can set the OSD activation keys, time to logout, and screen blanker, as well as turn on and off both the hotkey commands and the beeper, and set the idle timeout. (See Configuring OSD User Settings, page 27.)

menu, administrators and super administrators can manage users, ports, and stations. In addition, super administrators can manage groups, configure the network settings, set the date and time, broadcast, and view the system information for the matrix KVM switch. (Administration is discussed in Chapter 5.)

(See Skipping and Scanning Attached Computers, page 23.)

search for computers and stations on the matrix KVM switch installation. (See Searching for Ports and Stations, page 64.)

Icons

The icons at the top of the Graphical OSD are described in the table below:

Icon Description

UPGRADE The Super Administrator can click this icon to upgrade the

LOG Clicking the Log icon opens the Event Log screen, which allows

LOGOUT Clicking the Logout icon closes the user's session.

HELP Clicking the Help icon opens the KA9233 help file.

firmware version of the KA9233. (See Upgrading Firmware, page 65.)

administrators to view all of the events that took place on the matrix KVM switch system. (See Viewing and Clearing the Log File, page 71.)

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