Belkin F1DE101G User Manual

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OmniView

Remote IP Console

Remotely control a server, or multiple servers with a KVM Switch, over TCP/IP networks

User Manual

ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series

F1DE101G

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Overview

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

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Feature Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Equipment Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

RIPC Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation

Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Initial Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using your RIPC

Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Log Into the RIPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Log Out from the RIPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Control Host Remote Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Security

Ports & Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Certificate Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Network Settings Menu

Remote Access Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Users & Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Keyboard/Mouse Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Appendix A

Update Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

RIPC Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Hot Key Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

OVERVIEW

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Remote IP Console (the RIPC). Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering high-quality, durable products at a reasonable price. Designed to give you control of your computer or KVM switch from anywhere around the world through any web browser, the RIPC can be easily configured to accommodate your existing LAN setup, large or small.

Belkin has designed and developed the RIPC with the server administrator in mind. The result is a powerful, yet easy-to-install and -use remote solution that surpasses all other solutions with advanced features and functionality.

This manual will provide all the details you’ll need about the RIPC, from installation to operation and troubleshooting, in the unlikely event of a problem.

Thank you for purchasing the OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Remote IP Console. We appreciate your business and are confident that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are in use worldwide.

Package Contents

•One OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Remote IP Console

•One PS/2 cable kit

•One 5V DC, 2000mA power supply

•User Manual

• Quick Installation Guide

• Registration Card

• Rack-mount bracket with screws

•One DB9 cable

OVERVIEW

Feature Overview

Capacity for one digital user support

Allows one digital user access to control a computer or KVM via web browser.

Web-browser compatibility

The RIPC can be accessed from any computer that is running Microsoft® Internet Explorer Version 5.5 or higher. No proprietary software is needed.

0U rack-mountable

The RIPC is compact enough to position on your desktop, behind another device, or attached to the side of your server rack to take up 0U space.

User-defined hot keys

User-defined hot keys simulate keystrokes on the remote system that cannot be generated locally.

Flash upgrades

Flash upgrades allow you to obtain the latest firmware updates for your RIPC. These updates ensure that your RIPC continues to work with the latest devices and computers. Firmware upgrades are free for the life of the RIPC. Visit belkin.com for upgrade information and support.

LED display

Located on the face of the RIPC, the LED display provides an easy way for you to monitor the status of your connection, link, and activity.

Video resolution

With an 117MHz bandwidth, the RIPC is able to support video resolutions of up to 1280x1024@60Hz. To preserve signal integrity and obtain the best results, use Belkin video cables.

Web-based advanced user interface

You can set up the RIPC’s functions easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and you can make changes and perform setup functions

from any computer on the network, quickly and easily.

OVERVIEW

Equipment Requirements

Hardware Requirements

•OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Remote IP Console (included)

• PS/2 cable kit (included)

• 5V DC, 2000mA power supply (included)

•Keyboard, monitor, and mouse

• Connection to network using 10/100Base-T Ethernet port (RJ45)

•CAT5e crossover cable

•CAT5e straight-through cable

• Rack-mount bracket with screws (included, for rack-mount install option)

Software Requirements

•Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and above

• Servers running Windows® NT®, 2000, and XP

OVERVIEW

Specifications

Part Number: F1DE101G Power: 5V DC, 2000mA Network Connection: 10/100Base-T connection (standard RJ45 connector) Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 Mouse Emulation: PS/2 Monitors Supported: Supports all VESA graphics modes, and text modes Max. Resolution: 1280x1024@60Hz Bandwidth: 117MHz Keyboard Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Mouse Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Computer/KVM Ports: 1 VGA Port: 15-pin HDDB type LED Indicators: 2 Enclosure: Metal enclosure Dimensions: 1.75 x 5.7 x 7 inches (43.1 x 144.7 x 177mm) Weight: 1.8 lbs. (800g) Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0~40° C) Storage Temp: 104° to 167° F (40~75° C) Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 10,000 feet Warranty: 1 year

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

RIPC Diagrams

Connection LED

Connection

Link / Activity

Link/Activity LED

OVERVIEW

Remote IP Console

Power Jack

Serial 02 Port LAN Port

Serial 02

Serial 01

Serial 01 port

power

reset

Reset Button

LAN

Console

VGA Port

console

Console

Keyboard Port

Console

Mouse Port

CPU/KVM

VGA Port

CPU/KVM

Keyboard Port

CPU/KVM

Mouse Port

INSTALLATION

Hardware Installation

Installing the RIPC into a Server Rack The RIPC includes mounting brackets for installation in 19-inch racks.

1. Attach the included bracket to the top or bottom of the RIPC with the provided Phillips screws.

2. Mount the RIPC to the rack.

Note: Mounting screws for the rack are not included. Please use the specified screws from your rack’s manufacturer.

*** Cautions and Warnings *** Before attempting to connect anything to the RIPC or your computer(s),

please ensure that all your computer equipment and devices are powered off. Belkin Corporation is not responsible for damage caused by your failure to do so.

INSTALLATION

1. Power down your server or KVM Switch.

2. Connect your PS/2 type keyboard and mouse to the appropriate PS/2

“Console” ports.

Serial 02

power

console

CPU/KVM

Serial 01

LAN

reset

F10

F11

num

cap

lock

lock pg up

76543

]

[

shift clt

PG DN

HOME

PG UP

delete

CAPS

HELP

OPT

ESC

return

alt

3. Take the video cable that is attached to your VGA monitor and connect it to the “Console” port.

INSTALLATION

Connecting the Computer or KVM

Using the provided PS/2 cable kit, connect one end of the VGA and PS/2 cables to your server. Connect the other end to the “CPU/KVM” ports on the back of the RIPC.

Serial 02

power

console

CPU/KVM

Serial 01

LAN

reset

INSTALLATION

Connecting the Computer or KVM

Using the provided PS/2 cable kit, connect one end of the VGA and PS/2 cables to the RIPC on the KVM Switch. Connect the other end to the “CPU/KVM” ports on the back of the RIPC.

Serial 02

power

Serial 01

reset

console

USB

bank

flash

select

1 2 3 4

reset

daisy chain IN

PS/2

daisy chain OUT

CPU 01/02 CPU 03/04 CPU 05/06 CPU 07/08

console

CPU/KVM

LAN

90-264 VAC. 47-63 Hz

INSTALLATION

Powering Up the RIPC

1. Connect the included power supply unit into an available power outlet.

2. Attach the barrel plug into the power jack located on the rear of the RIPC

to the power unit.

Serial 02

Serial 01

power

reset

console

LAN

CPU/KVM

3. Turn on your KVM Switch. If you do not have a KVM Switch, please proceed

with powering up your computers.

INSTALLATION

Initial Network Configuration

1. Using a RJ45 crossover cable, connect one end to the computer and the

other end to the port labeled “Network”.

Serial 02

power

Serial 01

reset

2. Set the IP address on your computer to be in the same range as 1.2.3.4

(example: 1.2.3.6).

3. Open the Microsoft® Internet Explorer web browser.

4. Enter the IP address “1.2.3.4”.

5. Enter the default login name “administrator”.

console

LAN

CPU/KVM

6. Enter the default password “belkin”.

INSTALLATION

Initial Network Configuration

7. Under Setting &

Configurations, click on “Network”. (Note: Uncheck

“DHCP” check box.)

8. Enter the desired network

settings and click on “Apply Changes” to save new network settings.

9. Reset the local IP address settings on the computer used for configuration

of the RIPC.

Connecting the RIPC to the Network

Connect the RIPC to the network using a straight-through RJ45 Category 5 network cable.

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