Belkin F1DE101N User Manual

OmniView

Remote IP Console

User Manual

™

F1DE101N

ENTERPRISE Series

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–5

Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–7

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9–11

Local Console Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Network Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Monitoring Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–17

Security Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18–20

Serial Port Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21–24

Virtual Network Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Browser Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26–27

Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Remote Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29–30

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31–32

Warranty, FCC, and CE Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of this Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE Series Remote IP Console (the Unit). 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 anywhere around the world through any web browser, the Unit can be easily configured to accommodate your existing LAN setup, large or small.

Belkin has designed and developed the Unit 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 Unit, from installation to operation and troubleshooting, in the unlikely event of a problem.

Thank you for purchasing the OmniView ENTERPRISE 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

• 1 OmniView ENTERPRISE Series Remote IP Console

• 1 User Manual

• 1 Quick Installation Guide

• 1 IEC Power Supply Cord

• 1 PS/2 KVM Cable Kit

• Rack-Mount Brackets with Screws

• Registration Card

GLOSSARY

SSL Secure Sockets Layer Protocol—used for managing the security of a

message transmission on the Internet.

SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol—governs network

management and the monitoring of network devices and their functions.

ICMP Internet Control Message Protocol—used for message control and

error reporting between a host server and a gateway to the Internet.

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol—automatically configures

the TCP/IP settings of every computer in your network.

TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol—used for data

transmission over the Internet.

SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol—used in sending and

receiving e-mail.

UDP User Datagram Protocol—offers a limited amount of service when

messages are exchanged between computers in a network that uses the IP.

HTTPS Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure socket layer—encrypts and

decrypts user page requests as well as the pages that are returned by the web server.

Static IP A number that is in a sequence of four decimal numbers, separated

by dots, assigned by an Internet Service Provider to be its permanent address on the Internet.

Dynamic IP A number that is in a sequence of four decimal numbers, separated

by dots, assigned by your DHCP.

OVERVIEW

The Unit allows you to access the connected computer or KVM switch through the Internet by using a web browser. Using the latest compression technology, the Unit compresses the console signals and sends it through the network via TCP/IP protocols. The Unit automatically monitors server activities and notifies you if problems exist so you can resolve them quickly and inexpensively. It overcomes inherent limitations in current remote server administration methods. For example, the Unit enables you to reset the hardware, access BIOS, and reset power. The Unit does not require any additional software and supports multiple operating systems with PS/2 platforms.

For local control and monitoring, the Unit has one local port for connection of a separate mouse, keyboard, and monitor. The local port allows you to directly access and view the connected computer or KVM switch.

The Unit senses the controlled computer’s video mode, and digitizes and compresses the video using a proprietary compression algorithm. It then sends the video to the local and remote consoles. From the remote console, the mouse and keyboard data is encrypted using 128-bit SSL, and is sent over the TCP/IP network back to the Unit where it decodes the data before sending it to the controlled server. The Unit performs hardware emulation of the mouse and keyboard so that the absence of a keyboard and mouse doesn’t register as an error on the controlled server.

The Unit has two RS232 serial ports that are used for multiple applications. The first serial port is a modem-compatible port and the second is a 3-wire RS232 port with additional pins that can be used to control contact closure devices such as power bars.

FEATURES

• Complete keyboard, video, and mouse control of a server or KVM switch over a TCP/IP network

• Hardware management: hardware reset and BIOS access

• Keep-alive emulation: PS/2 keyboard and mouse, and VGA video emulation even at power off

• Remote power management to remotely power on/off of a server

• Standard web browser for console interface

• Supports free client software (Virtual Network Computing (VNC) for console interface

• One local port for direct keyboard, video, and mouse access to your server

• 128-bit SSL encryption

• 3 levels of security: Relaxed, Stealth, and Turtle modes

• IntelliView On-Screen Display (OSD)

• Flash upgradeability

• 10 user passwords

• Automatic server monitoring and notification

• Serial-port monitoring and switching capability for serial devices

• SNMP-compliant

• 1U 19" rack-mount

• 100% true hardware solution for remote console management

• Operating system-independent

®NT®

• Supports: Windows UNIX

, and more

, 95, 98, 2000, Me, MS-DOS, CPM, Linux®, FreeBSD,

FEATURES (CONTINUED)

AUTOMATIC MONITORING AND NOTIFICATION

Monitors server functions and notifies users if the system becomes nonresponsive, loses power, has sudden video changes, or other signs of distress. It can either reset the computer automatically or notify the administrator via e-mail of any trouble.

ACCESS AND COMPATIBILITY

The interface is browser-based, so it can be used from any computer that is connected to the Internet or an intranet. No additional software is required, so it is operating system-neutral. It works equally well with Windows NT, 95, 98, 2000, Me, MS-DOS, CPM, Linux, FreeBSD, UNIX, and more.

CONTROL AND SECURITY

You can remotely reset the power of the system to recover from a lockup where Ctrl-Alt-Del doesn’t work, as well as access BIOS and make adjustments. Security is guarded by multiple users/passwords, SSL encryption, secure web control interface, and public key certificate support for authentication (optional in addition to passwords). For use on the public Internet, a number of specialized security features include:

• Up to 10 unique passwords/users

• Stealth mode: prevents port scans and other network probes

• Turtle mode: unit will self-disable when attacked

• Idle time-out for automatic user logout

NETWORK PROTOCOLS

• HTTP/1.1 and HTTPS (secure) web server used for control and setup

• VNC server (implements RFB 3.3 protocol with Hextile encoding)

• Requires one dedicated IP address

• TCP/IP port numbers for all services may be changed to confuse attackers

• SMTP is used to deliver e-mail notifications

• Does not require a DNS server (Domain Name Server) so that it will continue to operate in the face of this network failure

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

LIST OF ITEMS IN CONNECTION DIAGRAM (Fig. 1)

1. A/C grounded power source, 100–240VAC @ 50/60Hz 1A

2. The Unit’s power connector

3. Power cord with ground (supplied)

4. RJ45 network connector

5. Company network through which remote (VNC or Java) client communicates

with the Unit

6. RJ45 Category 5 network cable

7. PS/2 connector for keyboard 6-pin miniDIN female on server

8. PS/2 connector for mouse 6-pin miniDIN female on server

9. VGA connector for monitor HDDB15 female on server

10.PS/2 connector for keyboard 6-pin miniDIN female on the Unit

11.PS/2 connector for mouse 6-pin miniDIN female on the Unit

12.VGA connector for monitor HDDB15 female on the Unit

13.PS/2 cable for keyboard port 6-pin miniDIN male/male

14.PS/2 cable for mouse port 6-pin miniDIN male/male

15.VGA cable for monitor port HDDB15 male/male with thumbscrews

16.PS/2 connector for keyboard 6-pin miniDIN female on the Unit for local

console keyboard

17.PS/2 connector for mouse 6-pin miniDIN female on the Unit for local console mouse

18.VGA connector for monitor HDDB15 female on the Unit for local console monitor

19.Local Console Keyboard

20.Local Console Mouse

21.Local Console Monitor

22.Serial port 2—used for power control (relay module) or secondary serial port

23.Reset button—use a paperclip (or similar) to reset hardware of the Unit; will not

affect controlled computer

24.Primary serial port—RS232C DCE connection; connect using a male/female, 9pin, straight-through cable to any computer

25.10/100 speed light: Green—100Base-T connection; Orange—10Base-T

26.Link/Activity Light—“On” indicates good link connection, “Off” indicates no link,

“blinking” indicates is that there is network traffic

27.Red and green indicator lights that should alternate when the unit is well

CONNECTION DIAGRAM (CONTINUED)

Controlled Computer

Fig. 1

Power Source

Reset

Serial 1

A/C in

Network

Serial 2

Local Console

Monitor

Videos

Local Console Mouse

Monitor

Local Console Keyboard

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Hardware

• Compatible with all PS/2 platform-based computers

• Compatible with all KVM switches

• Supports HDDB15 VGA video

Software

• Works with Windows NT, 95, 98, 2000, Me, MS-DOS, CPM, Linux, FreeBSD, UNIX, and more

• Compatible with both import and export browsers

• Proprietary software, with published open standard-based interfaces

• Web browser: Netscape

• Optional VNC viewer: supports version 3.3 of RFB protocol

• An SMTP server is required for e-mail notification feature

• Telnet client required for serial port terminal server access

• Public keys/encryption

• Supports X.509 certificates

• True hardware RNG (Random Number Generator) used to create session keys and seed values

• 128-bit or 56-bit encryption for SSL v2

• Supports RC4 and DES algorithms

SPECIFICATION

Part No.: F1DE101N Power: 100–240VAC @ 50/60Hz 1A Max. Number of Servers: 256 Servers (with KVM) 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: 1.7 x 5.7 x 16 inches (43.1mm x 144.7mm x 406.4mm) Weight: 2.6 lbs. (1088.6g) 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.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

INSTALLING THE UNIT INTO A SERVER RACK

The Unit includes mounting brackets for installation in 19-inch racks.

1. Remove the first two Phillips screws located on the left and right side of the Unit.

2. Attach the two included brackets to the side of the Unit with the provided

Phillips screws (Fig. 2).

3. Mount the Unit to the rack rail assembly.

Fig. 2

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 Unit or your computer(s), please ensure that everything is powered off. Belkin Components is not responsible for damage caused in this way.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)

CONNECTING THE CONSOLE

Power down your server or KVM switch. Connect your PS/2-type keyboard and mouse to the “CONSOLE” ports. Take the video cable that is attached to your monitor and connect it to the

“CONSOLE” video port (Fig. 3).

F10

F11

num

cap

lock

pg up

PG DN

HOME

PG UP

delete

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Fig. 3

Network

Serial 01

Reset

Serial 02

CAPS

]

[

HELP

OPT

ESC

return

shift clt

alt

CPU/

Console

KVM

Fig. 3

CONNECTING THE SERVER T O

Fig. 4

CPU/

Console

KVM

Reset

Serial 01

Serial 02

Network

THE UNIT

Using the provided PS/2 KVM 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 Unit (Fig. 4).

Fig. 4

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