Black Box KV22008A, KV21008E, KV22008E, KV22016E, KV22016A Installer/user Manual
JANUARY 2006
KV21008A
KV22008A
KV22016A
KV21008E
KV22008E
KV22016E
SERVSELECT
TM
III INSTALLER/USER GUIDE
Welcome to the ServSwitch™ Family!
Thank you fo r purc hasi ng a B LAC K BOX® ServSelect™ III! We appreciate your business,
and we think you’ll appreciate th e ma ny ways tha t yo ur n ew ServSelect III will save you
money, time, and effort.
That’s because the ServSwitch family is all about breaking awa y from the trad ition al,
expensive model of computer management. Yo u kn ow, th e one -size-fits-all-even-if-itdoesn’t model tha t sa ys , “ O ne co mp ute r ge ts o ne use r sta tion , no more, no less.” Why not a
single user station (monitor, keyb oard, and mouse) for mu ltiple computers—even comp uters
of different platforms? Why not a pair of user stations, e ach of wh ich can control m ultiple
computers? Why not multiple user stations for the same computer?
With our Ser vSwitch products , th ere’s no reason why n ot. We carry a broad line of r ob u st
solutions for all these applications. Do you have just two PCs, and need an economical
alternative to keeping two mon itors, keyb oard s, and mic e on your de sk? Or do you nee d to
share dozens of c omputers, including a mix of IBM® PC, RS/6000®, Apple®
Macintosh®, Sun Microsystem s ® , and SGI™ compatibles among mult iple users with
different access levels? Do es your switch have to sit solidly on a work table and use
regular everyday cabl es? Or does it have to be mounted in an equipment rack and use
convenient many-to-one cables? No matter how large or small your setup is, no matter
how simple or how complex, we’re confident we have a ServSwitch system that’s just
right for you.
The ServSwitch
switching needs!
™ family from BLACK BOX—the one-stop answer for all your KVM
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This manual will tell you all about your new ServSelect III, including how to install,
operate, and troubleshoot it. For an introduction to the ServSelect III, see Chapter 2. The
ServSelect III product codes covered in this manual are:
KV21008A KV21008E
KV22008A KV22008E
KV22016A KV22016E
This manual also includes information about the ServSelct III cables and Server Access
Modules (SAMs), which have their own manuals or installation guid es.
ServSelect III cables SAMs
EHN21000PS2-0007 KV123A
EHN21000PS2-0010 KV125A
EHN21000PS2-0015 KV126A
EHN21000USB-0007 KV127A
EHN21000USB-0010
EHN21000USB-0015
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
AND INDUSTRY CANADA
RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE ST ATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufa ct urer’s
instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the
specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial enviro nme nt. Opera tio n of this equi pm e nt in a residential area is likely to
cause interference, in which case the user at his own exp ense will be required to take
whatever measures may be nece ssary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatu s does not exceed the Class A lim its for radio noise emission from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Re gulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appar eil numérique n’ émet pas de bruit s radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device i n accordance with the specifications in the Eu ropean standard
EN55022. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference. This equi pment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, might cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception.
However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment on an d off, you can correct the
interference with one or more of the following measures:
a. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b. Increase the separation bet ween the equipment and the receiver.
c. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
d. Consult the supplier or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio
frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to
electromagnetic disturbances. This equipment has also been found t o comply with
European stand a rds EN50082 and E N 60950.
Japanese Compliance Statement
Other Agency Approvals
USA (UL, FCC)
Canada (cUL, ICES-003)
European Union (CE)
Germany (GS)
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
BLACK BOX® and the logo are registered tradema r ks, and ServSwitch, ServSelect, an d
ServSelect IP are trademarks of BLACK BOX Corporat ion.
Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are registered trade marks of Apple Computer, Inc.
IBM, PS/2, and RS/6000 are registered trademarks of Internatio nal Business
Machines Corporation.
Microsoft, HyperTerminal, Windows, Windows NT, and Windows XP are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Sun and Sun Microsystems are registered trademarks of Sun Microsyst ems, Inc. in the
United States and oth er countries.
UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are ackno wledged to be the property of
the trademark owners.
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Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operació n deberán ser leídas antes de que el
aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación debe rán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación
deben ser res p e tadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de oper ación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina
de baño, lavab o, só ta n o mo ja do o cerc a de un a a lbe r c a , etc .
6. El aparato eléct rico debe ser us ado únicamente con carritos o pe destales que sean
recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabrican t e.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo
descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a
personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléc trico debe ser si tuado de tal manera que su posición no inte rfiera su
uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una ca ma, sofá, alfombra o superficie
similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que
impidan el fl ujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación .
10. El equipo eléctrico debe r ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como
radiadores, r egistros de cal or, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amp li ficadores)
que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico de berá ser co nnectado a u na fuente de poder sólo de l tipo d escrito
en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución de b e ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la pola riza ción del
equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados
ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular
atención a los conta ctos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomen daci ones
del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena extern a deberá ser localizada le jos de las lineas
de energia.
16. El cable de corr iente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por
un largo periodo de tiempo .
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados
sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por per s onal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derr amado dentro del aparato; o
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NOM STATEMENT
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambi o en su
desempe ñ o; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta h a sido dañada.
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Table of Conte nts
1. Specifications...................................................................................................7
2. Product Overview.............................................................................................9
2.1 Features and Benefits.....................................................................................................9
2.2 Safety Precautions........................................................................................................11
3. Installation......................................................................................................13
3.1 Getting Started.............................................................................................................13
3.2 Rack Mounting Your ServSelect III Switch................................................................13
3.3 Installing the ServSelect III Switch .............................................................................14
3.4 Connecting Users.........................................................................................................16
3.5 Cascading ServSelect III Switches..............................................................................16
3.6 Adding Legacy Switches.............................................................................................17
3.7 Setting Up Your ServSelect III Switching System......................................................19
4. Basic Operations............................................................................................21
4.1 Controlling Your System at the Analog Ports.............................................................21
4.2 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers....................................................................21
4.3 Navigating the OSD Interface......................................................................................23
4.4 Configuring OSD Interface Menus..............................................................................25
4.5 Displaying Version Information..................................................................................34
4.6 Scanning Your System.................................................................................................35
4.7 Running System Diagnostics.......................................................................................37
4.8 Broadcasting to Servers...............................................................................................39
4.9 Changing Your Switch Mode......................................................................................41
5. Advanced Operations....................................................................................43
5.1 Using Administrator Privileges ...................................................................................43
Appendix A: Flash Upgrades............................................................................47
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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
1. Specifications
During the cour se of this product’s lifetime, modifications might be made to its hardw are
or firmware that could cause these specifications to change without notice.
ServSelect III Product Specifications
Agency Approvals
UL, FCC Class A, cUL, ICES Class A, CE, GS,
VCCI Class A
Mechanical
Height x Width x Depth:
Weight: 8 lbs (3.6 kg) without cables
Environmental/Power
Power consumption: 12.5 W
AC- input power: max 40 W
Heat dissipation: 92 BTU/Hr
Humidity:
Operating temperature: 50°F to 122°F; 10°C to 50°C
Storage temperature: -4°F to 140 F; -20°C to 60°C
AC-input voltage rating: 100-240 VAC Autosensing
AC-input current rating: 0.5 A
AC-input cable:
1.75 x 17.00 x 11.00 in 1U form factor
(4.45 x 43.18 x 27.94 cm )
20-80% non-condensing operating
5-95% non-condensing nonoperating
18 AWG three-wire cable, with a three-lead IEC320 receptacle on the power supply end and a
country or region dependent plug on the power
resource end
AC frequency: 50/60 HZ
Airflow: 8 cfm
Server ports
Number 8 or 16
Types
PS/2, Sun, USB and serial SAMs or PS/2 and
USB ServSelect III cables
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ServSelect III Product Specifications
Connectors RJ-45
Sync Types Separate horizontal and vertical
Plug and Play DDC2B
Video Resolution Analog Port Maximum 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz
Update Port
Number 1
Type Serial RS-232
Connector DB9 Male
Analog Port Sets
Number 1 or 2
T ype PS/2, VGA and ACI
Connectors PS/2 miniDIN, 15 pin D, RJ-45
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CHAPTER 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2. Product Overview
2.1 Features and Benefits
The ServSelect® III family of switches integrate field-proven analog keyboard, video and
mouse (KVM) switching technology with advanced cable management, flexible access for
two simultaneous users and a patented, easy-to-use interface. This ServSelect III family of
KVM switches conveniently supports all major server platforms, and features powerful
on-screen management for ea sy system configuration and server selection.
Server Access Module
A benefit of the ServSelect III switches are the Server Access Modules (SAM). The SAM
with CAT 5 design dramatically reduces cable clutter, while providing opti mal resolution
and video settings. The b uilt-in memory of the SAM sim plifies config uration by a ssigning
and retaining unique server names and Electronic ID (EID) numbers for each attached
server. The SAM is powered directly from the server and provides Keep Alive
functionality even if the ServSelect III is not powered.
Each ServSelect III has either eight or 16 server ports for connecting SAMs. Utilizing a
SAM, you can attach additional switches to expand your ServSelect III switching system.
This flexibility allows you to add capacity as your data center grows. Reduced cost
ServSelect III cables are also available.
Multiplatform support
The SAMs are available with the ServSelect III support PS/2, Sun™, USB and serial
server environments. Using the On Screen Display (OSD) in conjunction wit h these
modules allows you to swi tch easily across platforms.
Two-User Share Mode
The
ServSelect III switches feature a Share Mode function that allows two users to
gain access to a primary server. The user configurable time-out feature allows
you to determine the amount of time (up to 600 seconds) for the target to remain
idle before the other user can take control of the target.
On Screen Display
ServSelect III uses an OSD, which features intuitive menus to configure your switching
system and select computers. Computers can be identified by unique name, EID or port
number, allowing you to assign unique server names .
Security
The OSD allows you to protect your system with a screen saver password. After a userdefined time, the screen saver mode engages and access is prohibited until the appropriate
password is entered to reactivate the system.
Operation modes
The OSD provides convenient operati on modes for easy system ad ministration of t he
ServSelect III family of switches. These modes (broadcast, scan, switch and share) allow
you to manage your switching activities. Chapter 3 explains these modes in detail.
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Video
The ServSelect III provides optimal resolution for analog VGA, SVGA and XGA video.
Achieve resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 with a 10 foot cable and up to 800 x 600 with a
50 foot cable. Resolutions will vary depending upon the len gth of cable separ ating your
switch and servers.
Plug and Play
The ServSelect III also supports Display Data Channel (DDC) Plug and Play, which
automates configu ration of th e monitor and is complia nt with the VESA DDC2B standa rd.
Flash upgradable
Upgrade your firmware at any time through a simple upda te utilit y to ensure that your
ServSelect III switching system is always running the most current version available. Both
the ServSelect III and the SAMs are Flash upgradable. See Appendix A for more
information.
NOTE:
ServSelect III cables are not firmware upgradable.
Cascading expansion
The ServSelect III provides support for up to 16 directly attached servers and can
conveniently scale to support more. You can expand your system usin g cascadable
BLACK BOX products such as other ServS el ect switches. This extra “cascade” of units
allows you to attach up to 256 servers in one system. See Chapter 3 for more information.
NOTE:
KV21008A and KV22008A only support eight directly attached servers.
ServSelect III cables
The ServSelect III also features ServSelect III cables designed to provide the same ease of
use as the SAM. Available in three different lengths, ServSelect III cables are RJ45 style
cables that provide a reduced cost alternative to SAMs. ServSelect III cables support PS/2
and USB connectivity. ServSelect III cables are not upgradeable.
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Rack of Servers
SAMs
or ServSelect III
cables
CHAPTER 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Critical server
Analog
Connection
ServSelect III
(KV22016A Shown)
Analog
Connection
Figure 2-1. Example of a ServSelect III Configuration
2.2 Safety Precautions
To avoid potent ial video and/ or keyboard problems when usin g BLACK BOX product s :
• Ιf the building has 3-phase AC power, ensure that the computers and monitors are on
the same phase. For best results, they should be on the same circuit.
• Use only BLACK BOX-supplied cable to connect computers and KVM switches.
To avoid potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage to equipment, please observe
the following precautions:
• Do not use a 2-wire extension cord in any BLACK BOX product configuration.
• Test AC outlets at the computer and monitor for proper polarity
and grounding.
• Use only with grounded outlets at both the computer and monitor. When using a
backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), power the computer, the monitor and
the ServSelect III off the supply.
NOTE:
The AC inlet is the main disconnect.
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Rackmount safety considerat ions
• Elevated Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed rack as sembly, the operation
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Use care not
to exceed the rated maximum ambient tempe r ature of the unit.
• Reduced Air Flow: Install at ion of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
• Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rac k should be su ch that a
hazardous condition is not achieve d due to une ven mechanic al loading.
• Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the sup ply ci rcu it and the effect that overloading o f circu its migh t ha v e
on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Consider equipment nameplate ratings
for maximum current.
• Reliable Eart hing: Reliable ear thing of rackmounted equipment should be
maintained. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
3. Installatio n
3.1 Getting Started
Before installing your ServSelect III switch, refer to the following list to ensure you have
all items that shipped with the appliance as well as other items necessary for proper
installation.
Supplied with the ServSelect III switch
• Power cord
• One null modem serial cab le
• Rackmounting kit
• ServSelect III Installer/User Guide
• ServSelect III Quick Installation Guide
• ServSelect III Cable Quick Installation Guide
Additional items needed
One ServSelect III cable or SAM and UTP cabling per attached server or switch
3.2 Rack Mounting Your ServSelect III Switch
Your ServSelect III switch may be rackmounted using the brackets supplied in your
rackmounting kit. Before installing the switch and oth er components in the rack cabinet (if
not already installed), stabilize the rack in a permanent location. Insta ll yo ur eq uipment
starting at the bottom of the rack cabinet, then work to the top.
Figure 3-1. ServSelect III Switch Horizontal Installation
CAUTION:
Rack Loading - Overloading or uneven loading of racks may result in shelf or rack failure, causing
damage to equipment and possible personal injury. Do not exceed your rack load rating.
To install the 1U switch mounting bracket:
1. Remove the first two screws on each side of the switch.
2. Line up the holes in the “long side” of the kit’s side brackets wit h the screw holes in
the switch.
3. With a Phillips screwdriver, fasten the mounting brackets to the switch using two
screws on each side.
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4. Attach four cage nuts or clip nuts to the rackmounting flange of the rack cabinet so
that the nut is positioned on the inside of the rack.
NOTE:
Nuts are not included with the rackmount kit.
5. Mount the switch assembly to the r ack cabinet by matching the holes in the “short
side” of each bracket to an appropriate set of matchi ng holes on your rack cabin et.
6. Next, insert the c o mbin ation h ex he a d screws through the slots in the bracket and the
holes in the mounting rail, then into the cage nuts or clip nuts.
3.3 Installing the ServSelect III Switch
Plug the supplied power cord into the back of the appliance and then into an appropriate
power source. Figure 2.1 illustrates one possible configuration for your ServSelect III switch.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment -
- Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
- Disconnect the power from the unit by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical outlet or the unit.
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Analog User B
Configuration Port
(for updating firmware)
Analog User A
SAM
ServSelect III Switch
(KV22016A Shown)
Servers 3-16
ServSelect III cable
Figure 3-2. Basic ServSelect III Switch Configuration
To connect a server using a SAM:
1. Locate the SAMs for your ServSelect III switch.
2. Attach the appropriately color-coded cable en ds to the keyboard , monitor and mouse ports
on the first server you wi ll be connec ting to the ap pliance.
3. Attach one end of a CAT 5 cable to the RJ45 connector on the SAM.
4. Connect the other end of the CAT 5 cable to the desired port on the back of your
ServSelect III switch.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for each serv er you wish to attach.
Server 1
Server 2
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