Belkin F1DC1XXC-US, F1DC116C-US, F1DC108C-US User Manual

Titan 17” LCD Rack Console with Built-In PRO3 KVM Switch – Dual-Rail Technology

User Manual

F1DC108C-US F1DC116C-US

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ........................................................................................1

Package Contents ........................................................................2

2. Overview ......................................................................................3

Feature Overview .........................................................................3

Equipment Requirements ..............................................................4

System Requirements ...................................................................6

Unit Display Diagrams ..................................................................7

Specifications ..............................................................................9

3. Installation .......................................................................................10

Pre-Configuration .......................................................................10

Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console ............................11

Connecting the LC D Rack Console wi th Multipl e

PRO3 KVM Switches (Daisy-Chaining) .......................................14

Powering Up the Systems ..........................................................18

4. Using your LCD Rack Console ............................................................19

Selecting a Server or BANK Using Hot-Key Commands ..............20

AutoScan Mode .........................................................................22

On-Screen Display (OSD) ...........................................................22

Keyboard Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts .....................................27

Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping .............................................28

Updating Firmware ..................................................................... 29

5. Frequently Asked Questions ..............................................................30

6. Troubleshooting ................................................................................32

7. Glossary ............................................................................................34

8. Information .......................................................................................35

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Belkin Titan 17" LCD Rack Console with Built-In PRO3 KVM Switch – Dual-Rail Technology (the LCD Rack Console). Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering high-quality, durable products at an affordable price.

Designed to give you control over multiple servers, the LCD Rack Console provides an excellent solution for the server administrator. It outperforms any other rack console with KVM switch on the market. Engineered to work with the most advanced server room and laboratory environments, this LCD Rack Console offers:

• Dual-rail system with 1U compact design

• Video resolution support of up to 1280x1024

• PS/2 and USB support for input devices

• On-Screen Display (OSD)

• Daisy-chain capability with other Belkin PRO switches (up to 256 servers)

• Security

• Flash-upgradeable firmware

• Dual-port micro-cabling (PS/2 cable kits sold separately)

• Belkin 2-Year Warranty

• Free technical support

• 17-inch LCD

This User Manual will provide details about your new LCD Rack Console, from installation and operation to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem. For quick and easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in your LCD Rack Console packaging.

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Titan 17" LCD Rack Console with Built-In

PRO3 KVM Switch – Dual-Rail Technology. We appreciate your business and

have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why Belkin is the numberone-selling brand in KVM switches worldwide.

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Introduction

Package Contents

LCD Rack

Console

12V DC,

6A Power Supply

Side-Rail Kit

User Manual

Keys

DB9-to-RJ11 Serial

Flash Cable

Quick Installation

Guide

Overview

Feature Overview

• Hot Keys

Hot-key functionality allows you to select a desired port using designated key

commands. By using a simple hot-key sequence on your keyboard, you can

select one server from as many as 256 servers, instantaneously.

• AutoScan

The AutoScan feature allows you to set your LCD Rack Console to scan and monitor the activities of all connected servers, one by one. The time interval allotted for each server can be adjusted through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

• Video Resolution

The LCD Rack Console supports video resolutions of up to 1280x1024@65Hz.

• Security

Allows you to specify user names and passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch.

• Dedicated Daisy-Chain Port

Up to 16 KVM switches can be daisy-chained together using dedicated ports, so you can easily expand your KVM configuration as your server environment grows.

• On-Screen Display (OSD)

The OSD feature simplifies server management by allowing you to assign individual names to each connected server throughout the system. It provides a visual means of switching between servers and assigning the hot-key scheme. The OSD can also be set up to support regional languages.

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• Flash Upgrade

Flash-upgradeable firmware allows you to install the latest firmware on your LCD Rack Console. This enables your KVM Switch to maintain consistent compatibility with the latest devices and servers. Firmware upgrades are free for the life of your LCD Rack Console and can be downloaded from Belkin’s

support website at www.belkin.com/support.

Overview

F1D9400-XX (PS/2-style)

F1D9401-XX (USB-style)

Equipment Requirements

Cables:

Connecting the LCD Rack Console to a server requires a Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kit.

Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kits:

F1D9400-XX (PS/2-style) F1D9401-XX (USB-style)

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Belkin Daisy-Chain Cable: F1D108-CBL-XX (-XX denotes length in feet)

Note: Product codes and availability may vary.

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Overview

System Requirements

OS Platforms

The LCD Rack Console is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms:

• Windows® NT®, 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP, Server 2003, or Vista®

• Microsoft® DOS 5.x and above

• Red Hat® Linux® 8.x and above

• Novell® NetWare® 5.x

• Mac OS® X and above (with USB support)

• SunTM Solaris

Keyboards

• PS/2-compatible

• USB-compatible

• Supports 101-/102-/104-key keyboards

Mice

• PS/2- and USB-compatible mice having 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons

• PS/2- and USB-compatible wireless or optical mice

Monitors

• CRT

• LCD (with VGA support)

8.x and above

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Auto

Unit Display Diagrams

Front View of the Titan 17” LCD Rack Console with Built-In PRO3 KVM Switch:

Key-Locking Mechanism

LCD Front-Panel Controls

105-Key Keyboard

Touch Pad

Rail-Release Button

On/Off

Auto

Down

TFT/LCD Active-Matrix Color Panel

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Overview

Unit Display Diagrams

Back View of the Titan 17” LCD Rack Console with Built-In PRO3 KVM Switch:

Console: VGA, PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports, USB mouse/keyboard ports

SCSI-50 dual-host ports

Daisy-chain out

Flash-upgrade

port and DIP

select switch

DC power jack

Overview

Specifications

Part No.: F1DC108C-US, F1DC116C-US

Enclosure: Metal enclosure

Power: 12V DC, 6A power adapter, center-pin-positive

polarity

Daisy-Chain: Maximum of 16 OmniView KVM Switches

No. of Servers Supported: 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models

(256 servers max. via daisy-chaining)

Monitors Supported: CRT and LCD (with VGA support)

Max. Resolution: Up to 1280x1024 @ 65Hz

Keyboard Input: PS/2 (miniDIN6), USB (Type A)

Mouse Input: PS/2 (miniDIN6), USB (Type A)

Monitor Port: VGA (HDDB15 female)

CPU Ports: SCSI-50

Daisy-Chain Ports: DB25 female

Flash-Upgrade Port: RJ11

Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0~40° C)

Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (20~60° C)

Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing

Warranty: 2 years

Dimensions: 26.1 x 17.6 x 1.74 in.

(673mm x 448mm x 44.1mm)

Weight: (F1DC108C-US) 33.3 lbs. (15.1kg.) (F1DC116C-US) 36.1 lbs. (16.4kg.)

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Installation

Pre-Configuration

Consider the following when deciding where to place the Titan 17” LCD Rack Console with Built-In PRO3 KVM Switch:

• the location of your servers in relation to your console

• the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers

to the LCD Rack Console

Cable-Distance Requirements: For PS/2 Servers:

VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet (7.6m). Beyond that length, the

probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, Belkin recommends that the length of the cables between the LCD Rack Console and the connected

servers does not exceed 25 feet (7.6m).

For USB Servers:

USB signals can be transmitted up to 15 feet (4.5m) between the LCD Rack

Console and server. Beyond that length, the probability of USB-signal failure is likely, and may cause the device to fail.

Note: The Belkin OmniView CAT5 Extender, F1D084 (PS/2) and F1D086U (USB),

may be used to extend your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m).

Cautions and Warnings!

Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air-conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).

Before attempting to connect anything to the LCD Rack Console or your servers, ensure that everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables while

servers are powered on may cause irreversible damage of the servers and/or the

LCD Rack Console. Belkin is not responsible for damage caused in this way.

You are now ready to begin installation of your LCD Rack Console. The following sections (pages 11–13) provide complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single LCD Rack Console (F1DC108C-US, F1DC116C-US).

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