ATEN Technology KN2108 User Manual

8/16 Port KVM over the NET

www.altusen.com

KN2108 / KN2116

User Manual

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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 acco rdan ce with th e 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 th e us er will be required to correct the interference at his own expen s e.

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. Th e 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 s old or licen s ed ‘as is’. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes th e en tir e 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 th e 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

M Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. M Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. M Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc. ). If

the device falls, serious damage will result.

M Do not use the device near water. M Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers. M The device cabinet is provided with slots and openin gs to allo w for

adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

M 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.

M Never spill liquid of any kind on the device. M Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

M 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.

M 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.

M Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the

power cord and cables so th at they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

M 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.

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

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

M Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing

rests on any cables.

M When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power

supplies, observe the following guidelines:

M Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the

power supply.

M Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply. M If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from

the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.

M 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.

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

qualified service personnel.

M If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet

and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.

M The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed. M Liquid has been spilled into the device. M The device has been exposed to rain or water. M The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. M The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service.

M The device does not operate normally when the operating instru ctio ns

are followed.

M 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

M Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to

the rack, extended to the floor, and that th e full weig ht of th e rack res ts on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.

M Always load the rack from the bottom up, an d lo ad th e heav ies t item in th e

rack first.

M Make sure that the rack is level and stable before exten din g a dev ice from

the rack.

M 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.

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

locking position, and then slide the device into the rack.

M 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.

M Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack. M Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a

rack.

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Package Contents

The complete KN2108 / KN2116 package consists of:

M 1 KN2108 or KN2116 KVM over the NET™ KVM Switch M 1Power Cord M 1 User Manual M 1 Rack Mount Kit (4 pcs.) M 1 Footpad Set (4 pcs.) M 1 Quick Start Guide M 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 KN2108 / KN2116 installation.

Manual Part No. PAPE-XXXX-XXXX

Printed in Taiwan 08/2005

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

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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

Chapter 1

Introduction

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

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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

Remote Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

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

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

Chapter 2

Hardware Setup

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

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Single Station Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Two Stage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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

Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Administration

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

The Local Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

The Administration Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

User Management: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Access Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Log Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Set Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Quick View Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Port Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Upgrading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Chapter 4

Browser Operation

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

Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Web Page Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

The General Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Web Page Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Web Page Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Chapter 5

The Windows Client

Activating the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

The Main Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Port Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

The OSD Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Recalling the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

The Toolbar Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hotkey Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Windows Client Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Video Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Panel Array Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Keyboard and Mouse Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

The Configuration Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

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The Java Client

Activating the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

The Java Client Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Video Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Lock Key LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Port Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Hotkey Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

The Configuration Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Chapter 7

The Log File

The Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Chapter 8

The Log Server

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

The Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

The KN2018 / KN2116 Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

The List Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

The Tick Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Appendix

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

The Java Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

The Windows Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

OSD Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Administrator Login Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

ALTUSEN Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

ALTUSEN Authorized Resellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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About This Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KN2108 / KN2116 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 KN2108 / KN2116 System.

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

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your installation, and explains some basic operation procedures.

Chapter 3, Administration, explains the administrative procedures that are employed to configure the KN2108 / KN2116’s working environment, as well as how to operate the KN2108 / KN2116 from the local console.

Chapter 4, Browser Operation describes how to log into the KN2108 / KN2116 with your browser, and explains the the functions of the icons and buttons on the KN2108 / KN2116 web page.

Chapter 5, The Windows Client, explains how to connect to the KN2108 / KN2116 with the Windows Client software, and describes how to use the OSD to access and control the computers connected to the switch.

Chapter 6, The Java Client, describes how to connect to the KN2108 / KN2116 with the Java Client software, and explains how to use the OSD to access and control the computers connected to the switch.

Chapter 7, The Log File, describes how to use the log file utility to view all the events that take place on the KN2108 / KN2116.

Chapter 8, The Log Server, describes how to install and configure the Log Server.

An Appendix at the end of the manual provide technical and other important information regarding the KN2108 / KN2116.

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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 plu s s ig n betw een them: [Ctrl+Alt].

Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential

steps.

Indicates movement through a menu. For example, Start > Run means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

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:

M Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase. M Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level,

expansion cards, and software.

M Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred. M The sequence of operations that led up to the error. M Any other information you feel may be of help.

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Overview

The KN2108 and KN2116 are IP-based KVM control units that allow both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple computers from a single console. For example, a single KN2116 can control up to 16 computers. By cascading up to 16 KH88 KVM switches from its KVM ports, up to 128 computers can be controlled on a complete installation.

Since the switches use TCP/IP for their communications protocol, they 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.

Remote

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Local

Remote

Access to any computer connected to the installation from the local console is easily accomplished either by entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard, or by means of a powerful mouse driven OSD (On Screen Display) menu system. 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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Remote consoles connect to the KN2108 or KN2116 via its IP address. Software utilities provided with the switch make remote access smooth and efficient. A menu driven OSD Administration function enables system administrators to handle a multitude of maintenance 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.

Remote operators can log in from anywhere on the net via their browser. Once they successfully log in, operators can take control using eith er th e Windows Client or Java Client utility. Inclusion of a Java-based client allows the switches work with Java 2 enabled operating systems.

The client software allows operators to exchange keyboard, video and mouse signals with the computers attached to the KN2108 or KN2116 just as if they were present locally and working on the equipment directly. With the Panel Array feature, the video output of up to 8 or 16 computers can be displayed at the same time.

The switches feature RJ-45 connectors allowing them to us e CA T 5 cab le to link to the computers. This space-saving innovation means a full 8 or 16 port switch can be conveniently installed in a 1U system rack, and the installation can take advantage of the internal network wiring built into most modern commercial buildings..

Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed. Because the switches intercept keyboard input dir ectly , th er e is no need to get involved in complex software installation routines, or to be concerned with incompatibility problems.

Since the firmware is upgradeable over the Net, you can stay current with the latest functionality improvements simply by downloading firmware updates from our website as they become available.

With its advanced security features, the KN2108 and KN2116 provide the fastest, most reliable, most cost effective way to remotely access and manage widely distributed multiple computer installations.

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Features

M 8 (KN2108) or 16 (KN2116) port, remote access, KVM switch - monitor and

control up to 8 or 16 computers from a single KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) console

M Supports 3 bus sessions (1 Local; 2 Remote) - 3 different users can access

3 different ports at the same time

M No distance limitations - remotely access computers via LAN, WAN, or

the Internet; control your installation when and where you want - from down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world

M Analog access at the rack; anywhere, anytime digital access over IP M Internet browser access; Windows client and Java client provided; Java

client works with all operating systems

M Graphical OSD and graphical toolbars for convenient, user friendly operation M Uses the same management interface for the data center an d bran ch offices M Panel Array Mode - view all 8 or 16 ports at the same time M Up to 32 (KN2108) or 64 (KN2116) user accounts (graphic OSD and

Windows based)

M Three level security: multiadministrator; mutiuser; multiviewer M Advanced security features include password protection an d ad van ced

encryption technologies - 1024 bit RSA; 56 bit DES; 256 bit AES; and 128 bit SSL

M Flash upgradeable firmware M “Over IP” single solution - remote power control for attached Power over

the Net™ devices - BIOS level rebooting / power cycling

M Remote Dial In support M Supports all major server platforms and VT100 based serial devices M Supports multiplatform server environments including PS/2, USB, and Sun M Supports 10Base-T, 100Base-T, TCP/IP, HTTP M High video resolution: up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz (Remote consoles);

1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz (Local console)

M Designed for high-density installations: Fits in 1U racks - front panel can

separate from main chassis for convenient front and rear installation RJ-45 connectors allow for 16 ports - CAT 5 cable reduces cable bulk

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System Requirements

Remote Computers

M For best results, computers that remotely access the switch should have at

least a P III 1 GHz processor, with their screen resolution set to 1024 x

768.

M Users who want to access the switch with the Windows Client must have

DirectX 7.0 or higher installed.

If you don’t already have it, DirectX is available for free download from Microsoft’s web site: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads.

M Users who want to access the switch with the Java Client must have Sun’s

Java 2 (1.4 or higher) runtime environment installed. Java is available for free download from the Sun Java website: http://java.sun.com

M Browsers must support 128 bit SSL encryption.

Computers

The following equipment must be installed on the computers that connect to the KN2108 or KN2116’s KVM ports:

M A VGA, SVGA or Multisync port. M A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) keyboard port. M A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 Style) mouse port.

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Cables

The following cables are required for use with the KN2116:

Function Cable

KN2116 to KVM Adapter Cable (see label 2, p. 16) Cat 5 (or higher) cable KVM Adapter Cable to cascaded KH88 KA9120 KVM Adapter

Cable to computers

For PS/2 ports KA9120 For USB ports KA9170 For Sun Legacy Computers KA9130 For Sun USB Computers KA9131

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Components

Front View

KN2108:

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Component Description

No.

Power LED Lights when the KN2116 is powered up and ready to

Port LEDs The Port LEDs provide status information about their

Link LED Flashes GREEN to indicate that a Client program is

10/100 Mbps Data LED

Reset Switch M Pressing and holding this switch in while powering on the

Port Switching Buttons

operate.

corresponding CPU Ports. There is one pair of LEDs for each Port. The one on the top is the On Line LED; the one on the bottom is the Selected Port LED:

M An On Line LED lights GREEN to indicate that the

computer attached to its corresponding port is up and running.

M A Selected LED lights ORANGE to indicate that the

computer attached to its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus. The LED is steady under normal conditions, but flashes when its port is accessed under Auto Scan Mode (see p. 60).

M When the KN2116 is first powered on, the On Line and

Selected LEDs blink in sequence as the Switch performs

a self-test.

accessing the device. M The LED lights ORANGE to indicate 10 Mbps data

transmission speed.

M The LED lights GREEN to indicate 100 Mbps data

transmission speed.

KN2116 restores the switch to the factory installed firmware version.

M Pressing and holding this switch in for more than 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.

M Press Port DOWN to switch from the current port to the

previous port on the installation.

M Press Port UP to switch from the current port to the next

port on the installation.

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No. Component Description

Power Socket The power cable plugs in here.

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

PON Port This connector is provided for a Power over the Net (PON)

LAN Port The cable that connects the KN2116 to the Internet plugs in

Local Console Section

KVM Ports The CAT 5 cables that link the KN2116 to the KVM Adapter

unit to plug into. A PON device allows computers attached to the KN2116 to be booted remotely over the net. Contact your dealer for more details.

here. The KN2116 can be accessed via a local console as well

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.

cables that connect to the computers plug in here.

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Hardware Setup

Overview

For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing the PS/2 and USB interfaces, as well as multiple platforms, the KN2108 / KN2116’s design utilizes KVM Adapter Cables, that serve as intermediaries between the switch and the computers (refer to the installation diagram on p. 16)

A separate KVM adapter cable is required for each computer co nnectio n. The model numbers of the KVM adapter cables are given in the Cables section on p. 5.

Before You Begin

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

2. Make sure that power to all the 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.

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Stacking

The KN2108 / KN2116 can be placed on any appropriate level surface that can safely support its weight plus the weight of its attached cables. To place the KN2108 / KN2116, or to stack units if you are daisy chaining them, remove the backing material from the bottom of the rubber feet that came with this package, and stick them onto the switch’s bottom panel at the corners, as shown in the diagram, below:

Note: To ensure adequate ventilation, allow at least 5.1 cm on each side, and

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

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Rack Mounting

The KN2108 / KN2116 can be installed in most standard 19" (1U) racks. To rack mount the unit do the following:

1. Separate the front and rear modules by removing the four module attaching screws:

Phillips hex head M3X10

2. Use the screws you just removed, and the ones supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into both modules:

Phillips Hex Head M3 x 10

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3. Position the device in the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the hole in the rack.

4. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.

Note: Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.

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Single Station Installation

In a Single Stage installation, there are no additional KVM switches cascaded down from the KN2108 / KN2116. To set up a single stage installation, refer to the installation diagrams starting on p. 16 (the numbers in the diagram correspond with the numbers of the instruction steps), and do the following:

1. Plug your Local Console’s keyboard, mouse, and monitor into the unit’s Console Ports.

Note: The distance between the console and the KN2108 / KN2116 must

not exceed 20m.

2. Use Cat. 5 cable to connect any available KVM port to a KVM adapter cable that is appropriate for the computer you are installing (see the table on p. 5 for details).

Note: The distance between the KN2108 / KN2116 and the KVM

adapter cable must not exceed 20m.

3. Connect the KVM adapter cable to the computer.

Plug the connectors on the KVM adapter cable into the appropriate ports of the computer you are installing.

4. Plug the cable from the LAN or WAN into the KN2108 / KN2116’s RJ-45 socket.

5. Plug the female end of the power cord into the KN2108 / KN2116’s Power Socket; plug the male end into an AC power source.

6. Turn on the power to the KN2108 / KN2116.

After the KN2108 / KN2116 is powered up, you can turn on the computers.

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Two Stage Installation

To control even more co mputers, up to 8 or 16 KH88 units can be cascaded from the KVM ports of the KN2108 or KN2116. As many as 64 (KN2108) or 128 (KN2116) computers can be controlled in a complete two stage installation. The cascaded KH88s that connect back to the KN2108 / KN2116 (First Stage) unit are considered Second Stage units.

Note: The installation cannot be cascaded beyond the second stage.

To set up a two stage installation, refer to the diagram on p. 19, and do the following:

1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up, including all preexisting devices on the installation, have been turned off.

2. Use Cat 5 cable to connect any available KVM Port on the First Stage unit (the KN2108 / KN2116) to a PS/2 style KVM adapter cable (as described in the Cables section, p. 5)

3. Plug the adapter cable’s KVM connectors to th e Key boar d, Vid eo , an d Mouse Console ports of the Second Stage unit.

Note: The distance between the Second Stage unit and the KN2108 /

KN2116 must not exceed 20m.

4. Use KVM cable sets (as described in the Cables section of the KH88’s User Manual), to connect any available KVM port on the Second Stage unit to the Keyboard, Video, and Mouse ports of the computer you are installing.

5. Plug the power cord that came with the KH88 package into the KH88’s Power Socket, and then into an AC power source.

6. Repeat these steps for any other Second Stage units you wish to connect.

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