ATEN Technology KM0216, KM0432 User Manual

Matrix KVM Switch

KM0216 / KM0432

User Manual

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KM0216 / KM0432 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.

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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

 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.

 T o 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.

 Use 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.

 After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a

locking position, and then slide the device into 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.

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Package Contents

The KM0216 / KM0432 package consists of: 1 KM0216 or KM0432 Matrix KVM Switch 1Power Cord 1 Rack Mount Kit (brackets and Phillips head hex M3 x 8 screws) 1 Foot Pad Set (4 pcs.) 1User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Registration Card

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 KM0216 / KM0432 installation.

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

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

Manual Part No.: PAPE-0213-3AXG

Printing Date: 07/2007

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

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Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ALTUSEN Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii

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

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii

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

Chapter 1.

Introduction

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

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

Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

KM0216 / KM0432 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

KM0216 / KM0432 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Chapter 2.

Installation

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Stacking and Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Stacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Rack Mounting—Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Rack Mounting—Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Single Stage Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Multilevel Installations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Daisy Chaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cascading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Daisy Chaining Plus Cascading Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Topology Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Switching Station Positions:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Hot Plugging Console Ports: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Powering Off and Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Port ID Numbering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Single Stage and Daisy Chained Installations: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Cascaded Installations: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

User Management and Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Chapter 3.

OSD Operation

OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Single Stage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Cascade Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Daisy Chain Installation 34

OSD Main Screen Headings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

OSD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

OSD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

F1 GOTO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

F2 LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

F3 SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

F4 ADM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

F5 SKP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

F6 BRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

F7 SCAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

F8 LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Chapter 4.

Hotkey Operation

Hotkey Port Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Invoking Hotkey Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Selecting the Active Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Auto Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Setting the Scan Interval:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Invoking Auto Scan:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Skip Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Hotkey Summary Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Chapter 5.

Keyboard Emulation

Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Chapter 6.

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The Firmware Upgrade Utility

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Purpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Performing the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Firmware Upgrade Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Appendix

Computer Connection Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

KM0216 Daisy Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

KM0216 Cascade to KH88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

KM0432 Daisy Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

KM0432 Cascade to KH88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

OSD Factory Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Supported KVM Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Additional Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Clear Login Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Sun Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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About This Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KM0216 / KM0432 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 KM0216 / KM0432 system.

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

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

Chapter 3, OSD Operation, provides detailed information for configuring and controlling your installation using the KM0216 / KM0432’s intuitiv e, mouse-driven On Screen Display (OSD) menus.

Chapter 4, Hotkey Operation, explains the concepts and procedures used to control the KM0216 / KM0432 from the keyboard.

Chapter 5, Keyboard Emulation, lists the keys for a PC-compatible keyboard to emulate the functions of the Mac and Sun keyboards.

Chapter 6, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to upgrade the KM0216 / KM0432’s flash firmware version.

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.

[ ]

1. ♦

→

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 to open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

→

Run means

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Technical Support

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North America Technical Phone Support

International Technical Phone Support

Email Support E-mail your questions and concerns to:

Online Support Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates

Registered ALTUSEN product owners are entitled to telephone technical support. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center: 949-453-8885.

Contact your local dealer. Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center:(886-2)

8692-6959.

support@altusen.com 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 the ALTUSEN Website: http://

www.altusen.com

Getting Help

For additional help, advice, and information, ALTUSEN provides several support options. If you need to contact ALTUSEN technical support with a problem, 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

For information about all of ALTUSEN's products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ALTUSEN on the Web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller.

 In the United States of America, call: 866-ALTUSEN (866-258-8736)  In Canada and South America, call: 949-453-8885  In all other locations, call: 886-2-8692-6789  Visit ALTUSEN on the Web at http://www.altusen.com for a list of

locations and telephone numbers

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The KM0216 / KM0432 Matrix KVM Switch gives IT administrators in large corporations advanced control of multiple servers. Operators working at up to two (KM0216) or four (KM0432) consoles (k eyboard, mouse, and monitor) can simultaneously and independently take direct control of up to 16 (KM0216) or 32 (KM0432) computers. With a combination of daisy chaining and cascading, up to 16 or 32 operators can access and control up to 1,024 or 2,048 computers.

The 2 / 4 consoles belonging to the master unit (the highest level KM0216 / KM0432) are able to access all the computers on the installation—those that are directly connected as well as those that are daisy chained and cascaded. The 2 / 4 consoles belonging to each of the Slave units (the daisy chained KM0216 / KM0432s), however, can only access the computers that are connected to them on the same daisy chain level (directly connected and cascaded).

The KM0216 / KM0432 features a console module design with automatic console conversion that allows any combination of PS/2 and USB consoles to control any combination of PS/2, USB, or Sun computers. The RJ-45 port connectors, combined with Auto Signal Compensation (ASC), allow signals to travel up to 500 feet (150 meters) away and still maintain high video resolution; eliminating the need for KVM extenders, and allowing the installation to take advantage of the internal Cat 5e and Cat 6 wiring built in to most modern commercial buildings. In addition, use of RJ-45 connectors saves precious IT real estate by allowing a full 16 or 32 KVM ports to reside in a single 1U system case.

Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed. Because the KM0216 / KM0432 intercepts keyboard and mouse input directly, there is no software to configure, so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompatibility problems.

Access to any computer is easily accomplished either by means of a powerful menu driven OSD (On Screen Display) system, or by entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard. A convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one.

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Features

 Two or four consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 16

or 32 directly connected computers

 Daisy chain up to 7 additional units  Cascade up to 16 or 32 compatible KVM switches from each station on the

chain

 Up to 16 or 32 consoles control all of the computers on a daisy chained/

cascaded installation

 Compact design—RJ-45 connectors allow rack mounting in a 19", 1U,

system rack

 Multiplatform support: PC, Mac and Sun  Console conversion—any type of console can control any type of

computer—mixed combinations (PS/2 & USB) supported on both the console and computer sides

 PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation—computers boot even when the

console focus is elsewhere

 Hot pluggable—add or remove components without having to power off

the switch

 No software required—convenient computer selection via intuitive hotkey

combinations or On Screen Display (OSD) menus

 Auto-sensing of station’s position on daisy chain installations—OSD and

front panel LED indicates station’s position

 Port names are automatically reconfigured when the station sequence is

changed

 OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes  Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers  Three level password security: Super Administrator, Administrator, and

Users

 LCD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, and MultiSync support; DDC2B  Superior video quality—1024 x 768 @ 60Hz for up to 150m;

1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz (distance depends on installation environment)

 Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) assures optimum video resolution for

distances up to 150m between the switch and the consoles or computers— no DIP switch setting required

 Free lifetime flash firmware upgrades  Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switches at the same time via

the daisy chain cable

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Benefits

The KM0216 / KM0432 Matrix KVM Switch saves time and money by allowing a single console to manage each of the connected computers. A KM0216 / KM0432 installation provides the following benefits:

 Eliminates the cost of a keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each computer.  Eliminates the need for the additional space of the extra components.  Saves on energy costs.  Eliminates the inconvenience, time and effort required to move from one

computer to another.  Allows centralized control of computers located at non-contiguous

locations on the site.

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System Requirements

Console

The following hardware components are required for each console:  A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the highest

resolution provided by any computer in the installation

 Keyboard and mouse (PS/2 or USB) Console modules are required to connect consoles to the KM0216 / KM0432.

They provide flexibility for your installation by allowing PS/2 and USB interfaces to be mixed and matched at the console side. The console modules currently available are listed in the table below. Contact your dealer for details or refer to the documentation included with your console module.

Function Model Number

PS/2 Console Module KA9222 USB Console Module KA9272

Computers

The following hardware components are required for each computer:  A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port;

or, for legacy Sun systems, a Sun 13W3 video port

 PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports (6-pin Mini-DIN); or, at least one USB

port; or, for legacy Sun systems, a Sun style keyboard port (8-pin MiniDIN)

KVM adapter cables (CPU modules) are required to connect computers to the KM0216 / KM0432. Similar to console modules, they allow PS/2, USB, Sun, Mac, and serial computers to be attached to the KM0216 / KM0432. The KVM adapter cables currently available are listed in the table below. Contact your dealer for details.

Function Model Number

KVM Adapter Cable (CPU Module)

For PS/2 computers KA9120 For Sun Legacy computers KA9130 For Sun USB computers KA9131 For serial devices KA9140 For USB computers KA9170

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Cables

One or more of the following cables are required for use with the KM0216 / KM0432:

Function Type

Console Module or KVM Adapter Cable to KM0216 / KM0432 (see page 69)

Daisy Chain Cables LIN5-50H1-H12 (15 cm)

Cat 5 cable

2L-1700KM (60 cm) 2L-1701KM (1.2 m) 2L-1704KM (4 m)

Operating Systems

 Microsoft® Windows® 95, 98, 98SE, ME, NT, 2000, XP or later  Mac OS  RED HAT  Mandrake Linux 9.0 or later  SUSE 8.2 or later  Free BSD 3.5.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 or later  Sun Solaris™ 8 or later  Netware 5.0, 6.0 or later  OS/2 Ver 2.0  AIX 4.3 or later  DOS 6.22

8.6, 9.0, 9.1, X, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3 or later

Linux® 6.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.0 or later

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KM0216 / KM0432 Front View

KM0216

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KM0432

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1. Power LED

Lights to indicate that the KM0216 / KM0432 is powered on.

2. KVM Port LEDs (CPU Port LEDs)

The Port LEDs are multicolored (red/green/amber), and provide status

information about their corresponding KVM ports as follows:

Color Condition Indication

Amber Steady Port is selected; connected computer is on

Flashing Port is selected; port is cascaded to a powered on

Red Steady Port is selected; connected computer is off Green Steady Port is not selected; connected computer is on

Flashing Port is not selected; port is cascaded to a powered on

Off Port is not selected; connected computer is off

KVM switch

3. Station ID LED

The KM0432's Station ID is displayed here. If this is a single station

installation (see page 17), or the first station of a daisy chain installation

(see page 19), the KM0216 / KM0432 has a station ID of 01.

On a daisy chain installation, the KM0216 / KM0432 auto-senses its

position and displays the Station ID that corresponds to its place in the

chain. (see Port ID Numbering, page 28, for details).

4. System Reset Button

Pressing and holding in this switch for more than three seconds performs a

system reset.

Note: This switch is semi-recessed and must be pushed with a thin

object—such as the end of a paper clip or a ballpoint pen.

5. Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch

During normal operation and while performing a firmware upgrade, this

switch should be in the NORMAL position. See page 57 for firmware

upgrade recovery details.

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KM0216 / KM0432 Rear View

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KM0432

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1. Power Socket

The power cord to the AC source plugs in here.

2. Power Switch

This is a standard rocker switch that powers the station on and off.

3. User Ports

The Cat 5 cables from the console modules plug in here.

4. Firmware Upgrade Port

The Cat 5 cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the

administrator's computer to the KM0216 / KM0432 plugs into this RJ-45

connector (see page 57).

5. Daisy Chain Ports

When daisy chaining stations (see page 19), the daisy chain cables plug in

here.

The upper port is the Chain In port; the lower one is the Chain Out port.

The Chain In port is not used on the Master (First Stage) unit.

6. KVM Ports (CPU Ports)

The Cat 5 cables that link the KVM adapter cables to the KM0216 /

KM0432 plug in here.

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Chapter 2

Installation

Overview

For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing the PS/2 and USB interfaces, the KM0216 / KM0432's design utilizes console modules that act as signal translation intermediaries bet ween the consoles and the switch, and KVM adapter cables, that serve as intermediaries between the switch and the computers:

KA9131KA9170

KA9140

KA9222/ KA9272

KA9120

KM0432

KA9130

A separate console module is required for each console; likewise, a separate KVM adapter cable is required for each computer. The console modules and KVM adapter cables are listed in the Cables section on page 5. Consult your dealer to find out which console modules and KVM adapter cables best fit your needs.

Note: The installation diagrams that follow use a KM0432 for the examples.

Since the KM0216 installation is essentially the same as that of the KM0432 (except for having fewer ports), if you are setting up a KM0216 installation, you can simply follow the KM0432 diagrams.

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Before you Begin

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

2. Ensure that all equipment to be connected is powered off.

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

4. Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.

Stacking and Rack Mounting

The KM0216 / KM0432 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted by a variety of different methods in 1U of rack space. The procedures for each method are described in the following sections.

Note: Allow at least 5.1 cm on each side for adequate ventilation and 12.7 cm

at the rear for power cord and cable clearance.

Stacking

The KM0216 / KM0432 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 block the exhaust vents or otherwise interfere with normal operation of the switch. A foot pad set is included with the unit. Peel the protective backing off of the foot pads, and then affix the foot pads to the bottom panel of the KM0216 / KM0432 at the corners, as shown in the diagram below.

Chapter 2. Installation

Rack Mounting—Front

1. Remove the two screws from the sides at the front of the unit.

Phillips head hex M3 x 6

2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides at the front of the unit.

Phillips head hex M3 x 8

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3. Place the switch in 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 front of the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.

Chapter 2. Installation

Rack Mounting—Rear

1. Remove the two screws from the sides at the rear of the unit.

Phillips head hex M3 x 6

2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mounting

kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides at the rear of the unit.

Phillips head hex M3 x 8

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3. Place the switch in 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 rear of the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.

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