NEC N8191-10F User's Guide
N8191-10F
Server Switch Unit
(8Server/USB)
User's Guide
July 2007
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FCC STATEMENT
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
MOMENTARY VOLTAGE DROP PREVENTION
This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop caused by lightning. To prevent a momentary
voltage drop, an AC uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit should be used.
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REMARKS
(1) No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of NEC Corporation.
(2) The contents of this use's guide may be revised without prior notice.
(3) The contents of this User's Guide shall not be copied or altered without the prior written permission of NEC Corporation.
(4) All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this User's Guide. If you notice any part unclear,
incorrect, or omitted in this User's Guide, contact the sales agent where you purchased this product.
(5) NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product, nor any liability for incidental or consequential damages
arising from the use of this User's Guide regardless of Item (4).
Ⓒ NEC Corporation 2007
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Read this "Safety Precautions" and separately provided user's guide thoroughly before getting
started to use this device safely. After you have read this brochure, store it in the place that is
easy to access.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This section describes the information necessary to use the server switch unit safely.
SAFETY INDICATIONS
Follow the instructions described in this User's Guide for your safety to use the server switch unit.
The server switch unit contains components with possible danger, hazards that may cause by ignoring
warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards. The server switch unit components with
possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them as well as described in
this User's Guide.
In the User's Guide or warning labels, "WARNING" or "CAUTION" is used to indicate a degree of
danger. These terms are defined as follows:
This symbol indicates that using the product improperly in defiance of
this symbol is likely to result in death, serious injury, fire, or damage to
the device and peripherals.
This symbol indicates that using the product improperly in defiance of
this symbol may result in injury or only damage to property.
Precautions against hazards are presented with the following symbols. The individual symbols are
defined as follows:
Attention
Prohibited
Action
Mandatory
Action
This symbol indicates the presence
of a hazard.
An image in the symbol illustrates
the hazard type.
This symbol indicates prohibited
actions. An image in the symbol
illustrates a particular prohibited
action.
This symbol indicates mandatory
actions. An image in the symbol
illustrates a mandatory action to
avoid a particular hazard.
(Example)
Precaution against electric shock
(Example)
Prohibition of disassembly
(Example)
Unplug the power cord!
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(Example)
Symbol to draw attention
Description of a danger Term indicating a degree of danger
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a proper wall outlet. Use of an improper power source may cause
a fire or a power leak.
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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER’S GUIDE AND WARNING LABELS
ATTENTIONS
Indicates that improper use may
cause an electric shock.
Indicates that improper use may
cause fingers to be caught.
Indicates that improper use may
cause a personal injury.
PROHIBITED ACTIONS
Do not disassemble, repair, or
modify the server switch unit.
Otherwise, an electric shock or fire
may be caused.
Do not touch the server switch unit
components with wet hand.
Otherwise, an electric shock may be
caused.
MANDA T ORY ACTIONS
Indicates that improper use may
cause fumes or fire.
Indicates a general notice or
warning that cannot be specifically
identified.
Indicates that improper use may
cause personal injury due to
explosion or bursting.
Keep water or liquid away from the
server switch unit. Otherwise, an
electric shock or a fire may be
caused.
Indicates a general prohibited action
that cannot be specifically identified.
Unplug the power cord of the server
switch unit. Otherwise, an electric
shock or fire may be caused.
Indicates a mandatory action that
cannot be specifically identified.
Make sure to follow the instruction.
Be sure to provide earthing.
Otherwise, an electric shock or fire
may be caused.
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SAFETY NOTES
This section provides notes on using your server switch unit safely. Read this section carefully to
ensure proper and safe use of the server switch unit. For symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS"
provided earlier.
GENERAL
Do not use the server switch unit for services where critical high availability
may directly affect human lives.
Your server switch unit is not intended to be used with or control facilities or
devices concerning human lives, including medical devices, nuclear facilities
and devices, aeronautics and space devices, transportation facilities and
devices; and facilities and devices requiring high reliability. NEC assumes no
liability for any accident resulting in personal injury, death, or property damage
if the server switch unit has been used in the above conditions.
Do not use the server switch unit if any smoke, odor, or noise is present.
If smoke, odor, or noise is present, immediately turn off the server switch unit
and disconnect the power plug from the outlet, then contact your service
representative. Using the server switch unit in such conditions may cause a
fire.
Keep needles or metal objects away from the server switch unit.
Do not insert needles or metal objects into the server switch unit. Doing so
may cause an electric shock.
Keep water or foreign matter away from the server switch unit.
Do not let any form of liquid (water etc.) or foreign matter (e.g., pins or
paperclips) enter the server switch unit. Failure to follow this warning may
cause an electric shock, a fire, or a failure of the unit. When such things
accidentally enter the server switch unit, immediately turn off the power and
disconnect the AC cord from the outlet. Do not disassemble the server
switch unit. Contact your service representative.
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POWER SUPPLY AND POWER CORD USE
Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.
Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to follow
this warning may cause an electric shock.
Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Never connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. Failure to follow this warning
may cause a gas explosion.
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a proper wall outlet. Use of an improper power source may cause a fire or
a power leak.
Do not install the server switch unit where you need an extension cord. Use of
a cord that does not meet the power specifications of your server switch unit
may heat up the cord and cause a fire.
Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of
connections.
The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may
cause a fire.
Do not pull the cord harness to disconnect the power cord.
Hold the connector of the power cord and pull it straight. Pulling the cord
harness or applying excess force to the connector may cause a damage to
the cable, resulting in a fire or an electric shock.
Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.
Heat generation resulting from a halfway inserted power plug (imperfect
contact) may cause a fire. Heat will also be generated if condensation is
formed on dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the possibility
of fire.
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Use the authorized power cord only.
Use only the power cord that comes with your server switch unit. Use of an
unauthorized power cord may cause a fire when the electric current exceeds
the rated flow.
Also, observe the following to prevent an electric shock or fire caused by a
damaged cord.
■ Do not stretch the cord harness.
■ Do not pinch the power cord.
■ Do not bend the power cord.
■ Keep chemicals away from the power cord.
■ Do not twist the power cord.
■ Do not place any object on the power cord.
■ Do not step on the power cord.
■ Do not alter, modify, or repair the power cord.
■ Do not bundle power cords.
■ Do not secure the power cord with staples or equivalents.
■ Do not use any damaged power cord. (Replace a damaged power cord
with a new one of the same specifications. Ask your service
representative for replacement.)
Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage.
The power cord that comes with your server switch unit is designed aiming to
connect with this server switch unit, and its safety has been tested. Do not use
the attached power cord for any other purpose. Doing so may cause a fire or
an electric shock.
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RACK
The server switch unit can be installed in standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly.
Do not carry or install the rack only by a single person.
At least two persons are required to carry or install the rack. Failure to follow
this instruction may cause the rack to fall to result in personal injury and/or
breakages of surrounding devices. In particular, a high rack (such as 44U
rack) is unstable if it is not fixed by stabilizers. More than one person must
always carry or install the rack while they support it.
Do not install the devices so that the load may be concentrated on a specific
point.
Install stabilizers on the rack so that the total load of the rack and devices
mounted on the rack is not concentrated on a singe point or join more than
one rack with each other to distribute the load. Failure to follow this instruction
may cause the rack to fall to result in personal injury.
Do not install components on the rack only by a single person.
At least two persons are required to install parts including the doors and trays
for the rack. Failure to follow this instruction may cause some parts to fall to be
broken and/or to result in personal injury.
Insert hinges completely.
When installing the rack door, make sure that hinge pins at top and bottom of
the door are completely inserted into the rack. Failure to follow this instruction
may cause the door to fall to be broken and/or to result in personal injury.
Do not pull out a device from the rack if the rack is unstable.
Always pull out a device from the rack in the state that the rack is made stable
(by the installation of stabilizers or earthquake-resistant construction).
Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack.
Pulling out more than one device from the rack may cause the rack to be
fallen. Only pull out a single device from the rack at a time.
Do not provide the wiring for the rack to exceed the rating of the power supply.
To prevent burns, fires, and device damages, the power supplied to the power
supply in the rack shall not exceed the rating load of the power branch circuit.
Contact your electric constructor or the local power company for the
requirements on the wiring and installation of electric facilities.
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INSTALLING IN RACK
Your server switch unit can be installed in the rack by using the provided rails.
Do not use the server switch unit in any unapproved place.
Install the server switch unit on a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly. Do not
install the rack containing the server switch unit in a place inappropriate to the
rack installation environment.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause some bad influences to be
imposed on the server switch unit and other systems installed on the rack and
also a fire or personal injury due to falling of the rack may occur. For the
detailed explanation on the place where the server switch unit should be
installed and the earthquake-resistant construction for the rack, refer to the
manual attached to the rack or contact you service representative.
Always install the server switch unit on a rack conforming to the relevant
standard.
Install the server switch unit on a rack confirming to the EIA standard for the
NEC Express server to be used. Do not use the server switch unit with
installed on any other rack than standard EIA 19-inch rack or without the
installation on a proper rack. Failure to follow these instructions may cause the
server switch unit to operate incorrectly and/or personal injury or damages of
surrounding devices to occur. Contact your service representative for the
racks available for the server.
Do not pinch your finger with rails or other components.
Note sufficiently that your fingers may not be caught between a rail and
another mechanical part or cut by a rail at installation or removal of the server
switch unit from the rack.
Do not press the release lever with your finger.
When installing/removing the NEC Express server in/from the rack, the sliding
rails attached to the server may be locked on its way. If the sliding rail has
release levers on its left and right sides, use the screwdriver or equivalent tool
to press the release lever. Pressing the lever with your finger may cause
personal injury.
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INSTALLATION, RELOCATION, STORAGE, AND CONNECTION
Do not install the server switch unit in any place other than specified.
Do not install the server switch unit in the following places or any place other
than specified in this user’s guide. Failure to follow this instruction may cause
a fire.
■ a dusty place
■ a humid place such as near a boiler
■ a place exposed to direct sunlight
■ an unstable place
Do not use the server switch unit in the place where corrosive gases exist.
Make sure not to locate or use the server switch unit in the place where
corrosive gases (sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine,
ammonia, ozone, etc.) exist. Also, do not set it in the environment where the
air (or dust) includes components accelerating corrosion (ex. sulfur, sodium
chloride) or conductive metals. There is a risk of a fire due to corrosion and
shorts of an internal printed board.
Do not connect any interface cable with the power cord of the server switch
unit plugged into a power source.
Make sure to power off the server switch unit and unplug the power cord from
a power outlet before connecting/disconnecting any interface cable to/from the
server switch unit. If the server switch unit is off-powered but its power cord is
plugged to a power source, touching an internal device, cable, or connector
may cause an electric shock or a fire resulted from a short circuit.
Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.
Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and
connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting
a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
Also, observe the following notes on using and connecting an interface cable.
■ Do not use any damaged cable connector.
■ Do not step on the cable.
■ Do not place any object on the cable.
■ Do not use the server switch unit with loose cable connections.
■ Do not use the server switch unit if it is not locked with screws.
■ Do not use any damaged cable.
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CLEANING AND WORKING WITH SERVER SWITCH UNIT
Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server switch unit.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server switch unit on any
occasion other than described in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction
may cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the server
switch unit.
Disconnect the power plug before accessing inside the server switch unit.
Make sure to power off the server switch unit and disconnect the power plug
from a power outlet before cleaning. Touching the inside of server switch unit
with its power cord connected to a power source may cause an electric shock
even of the server switch unit is off-powered.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet occasionally and clean the plug with
a dry cloth. Heat will be generated if condensation is formed on a dusty plug,
which may cause a fire
Make sure to complete installations.
Always install a power cable, interface cable, and/or board firmly. An
incompletely installed component may cause a contact failure, resulting in
smoking or fire.
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DURING OPERATION
Avoid contact with the server switch unit during thunderstorms.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when a thunderstorm is
approaching. If it starts thundering before you disconnect the power plug, do
not touch any part of the server switch unit including the cables. Failure to
follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Keep animals away from the server switch unit.
Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not place any unnecessary object on top of the server switch unit.
Keep unnecessary object (e.g., cup or glass of drink) away from the server
switch unit. Doing so may cause an electric shock or a fire if such a liquid
enters the server switch unit.
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WARNING LABELS
The warning label is attached to components with possible danger or their vicinity in the server switch
unit to inform the user that a hazardous situation may arise when operating the unit (Do not
intentionally remove or damage any of the labels.). If you find any labels totally/partially removed or
illegible due to damage, contact your service representative.
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ADVICE FOR HEALTH
The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you become tired, which may cause disorders of
your body. When you use a computer, observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired:
Good Working Posture
You have good posture if the following are satisfied when you use
a computer:
• You sit on a chair with your back straight.
• Your hands are parallel with the floor when you put them on
the keyboard.
• You look at the screen slightly lower than your eye height.
You have "good working posture" as described in the above when
no part of your body is under excess strain, in other words when
your muscles are most relaxed.
You have "bad posture" when you sit with your back hunched up or
you operate a display unit with your face close to the screen. Bad
working posture may cause eye strain or poor eyesight.
Adjustment of Display Unit Angles
Most display units are designed for adjustment of
the horizontal and vertical angles. This adjustment
is important to prevent the screen from reflecting
bright lights and to make the display contents easy
to see. You will not be able to keep "good working
posture" and you will feel more tired than you
should if you operate a display unit without
adjusting horizontal and vertical angles.
Adjustment of Screen Brightness and Contrast
The display unit has brightness and contrast
adjustment functions. The most suitable brightness and
contrast depend on the individual and the working
environment (well-lighted room or insufficient light).
Adjust brightness and contrast so that the screen will
be easy to see. An extremely bright or dark screen will
give a bad effect to your eyes.
Adjustment of Keyboard Angle
The keyboard provided with the server is
designed for adjustment of an angle. Adjust
the keyboard angle at which the keyboard is
easy to operate. The adjustment assists in
reducing strain on your shoulders, arms, and
fingers.
Cleaning of Equipment
Clean equipment regularly. It is difficult to see the display contents on a dusty
screen. Keeping equipment clean is also important for your sight.
Fatigue and Rest
If you feel tired, you should stop working and do light exercises.
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TEXT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this manual. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY
INDICATIONS" described earlier.
IMPORTANT：
NOTE：
Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server
switch unit.
Helpful and convenient piece of information.
PREFACE
Welcome to our N8191-10F server switch unit.
The server switch unit N8191-10F is a switching device developed for the NEC Express5800 server.
With this unit, up to eight servers can be operated with one each of display unit, keyboard, and mouse
(in the cascade connection with N8191-10F or N8143-69F, up to 64 servers can be operated). You
can easily select the desired server using the server selection switch or the keyboard.
This manual is a guidance to use the unit properly. Read well the manual to operate the unit properly
and surely.
FOR PROPER OPERATION
Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server switch unit. Use of the server
switch unit ignoring the notes will cause malfunctions or failures of the unit.
Make sure to power off the server switch unit and disconnect the AC cord from the power
outlet before connecting or disconnecting cables.
Check to see that the server online lamp goes off and unplug the power cord from the outlet
before relocating the server switch unit.
Clean the server switch unit on a regular basis (see Chapter 3). Regular cleaning
proactively prevents various failures of the unit.
Lightning may cause a momentary voltage drop. To prevent this problem, it is
recommended to use an uninterruptible power supply.
Use the keyboard and mouse which you purchased as components in the NEC Express5800
server system to connect them with the server switch unit. Using any other unauthorized
keyboard and mouse cause failures of the unit as well as a malfunction of the unit.
Do not press two or more switches simultaneously. Doing so may cause a malfunction of
the unit.
Use only the AC cord that comes with the server switch unit. Use of an unauthorized AC
cord may cause a failure of the unit or a fire when the voltage exceeding the rated one is
applied to the unit.
Use NEC's genuine interface cables for options. Repair of the unit due to a failure or
damage resulted from use of a third-party product will be charged even in the warranty
period.
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CHECK OF ACCESSORIES
The carton of the server switch unit contains several accessories as well as the unit. Make sure that
all items listed below are provided and then inspect them. If one or more items are missing or
defective, contact your service representative.
IMPORTANT：Store the provided accessories in a designated place for
your convenience. You will need them to setup the server switch unit.
Server switch unit (N8191-10F) Startup Guide User’s Guide CD-ROM
Screw A (M5) × 8 Screw B (M3) × 10
Rack mount brackets (large) × 2
Tie wrap × 10
Rack mount brackets (small) × 2
Cable clamp Shock absorbers × 4
Device ID label
(36 pcs. per sheet)
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TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY
To transfer or sell the server switch unit to a third party, make sure to provide the User's Guide
CD-ROM and all the accessories along with the product.
DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES
The server switch unit contains metallic and plastic components and liquid crystal fluorescent tube
containing mercury.
Dispose of the server switch unit according to all national laws and regulations. Also dispose of the
power cord provided with the server switch unit to avoid diversion to some other devices.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...........................................................................................................................iii
SAFETY INDICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................iii
SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER’S GUIDE AND WARNING LABELS........................................................... v
SAFETY NOTES...................................................................................................................................................vi
WARNING LABELS ..........................................................................................................................................xiv
ADVICE FOR HEALTH ...................................................................................................................................... xv
TEXT CONVENTIONS......................................................................................................................................xvi
PREFACE .................................................................................................................................................................xvi
FOR PROPER OPERATION .............................................................................................................................. xvi
CHECK OF ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................................xvii
TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY ......................................................................................................................xviii
DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES.................................................................................................................xviii
CHAPTER 1 ....................................................................................................................................20
SETUP ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20
FEATURES................................................................................................................................................................ 20
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENTS ...................................................................................................22
FRONT VIEW (CONSOLE PANEL SIDE) .........................................................................................................22
REAR VIEW (REAR PANEL SIDE) ................................................................................................................... 23
INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................25
INSTALLATION OF RACK ................................................................................................................................25
CABLE CONNECTION............................................................................................................................................ 33
SIMPLEX CONNECTION –CONNECTING WITH EIGHT OR LESS SERVERS ........................................... 34
CASCADE CONNECTION –CONNECTING WITH NINE OR MORE SERVERS.......................................... 36
CONNECTING WITH UPS ......................................................................................................................................39
SETTINGS FOR MOUSE ON REDHAT LINUX 7.2............................................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 2 ....................................................................................................................................40
USING THE SERVER SWITCH UNIT ....................................................................................................................40
SWITCH OF SERVER SWITCH UNIT ..............................................................................................................40
SELECTING SERVER AT POWER ON.............................................................................................................40
SELECTION OF SERVER VIA SERVER SELECTION SWITCH (NORMAL MODE) ...................................41
SELECTION OF SERVER ON KEYBOARD (HOT KEY MODE).................................................................... 42
WHEN ENTERED HOT-KEY MODE IN OSD SELECTION MODE: .............................................................. 44
SELECTING SERVER IN OSD SELECTION MODE........................................................................................ 47
ENTERING HOT-KEY MODE IN DIRECT SELECTION MODE .................................................................... 49
AUTO SCAN MODE (COMMON TO OSD SELECTION MODE/DIRECT SELECTION MODE)................. 51
DISPLAY/HIDE THE SERVER NAME ...................................................................................................................52
REGISTRATION OR CHANGE OF SERVER NAME.............................................................................................53
SETTING OF CONSOLE INFORMATION .............................................................................................................54
CHAPTER 3 ....................................................................................................................................56
MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................................56
DAILY MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................................................56
CLEANING.......................................................................................................................................................... 57
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................................. 58
RELOCATION AND STORAGE OF SERVER SWITCH UNIT.............................................................................. 63
USER SUPPORT ....................................................................................................................................................... 64
APENNDIX A SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................65
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CHAPTER 1
SETUP
This section describes the features and part names of the server switch unit. Also describes the
installation and handling of the server switch unit.
FEATURES
This server switch unit allows the connection of multiple servers to a single console (monitor,
keyboard and mouse). This greatly saves installation space by reducing the number of
dedicated consoles required for each server.
A single server switch unit enables the user to select a specific server from up to eight
servers.
To connect the N8191-10F server switch unit with eight N8191-10F server switch unit in
cascade connection enables a server to be selected from up to 64 servers.
To connect the N8143-69F console unit with eight N8191-10F server switch unit in cascade
connection enables a server to be selected from up to 64 servers.
The server switch unit can be mounted on a standard 19-inch rack using the space of 1U in
height.
Due to the separation of the console panel from the rear panel (main unit), servers can be
easily connected to the server switch unit when mounted in a rack.
The server switch unit is equipped with a dedicated control microprocessor (MPU) for each
of the ports (including keyboard, mouse and each server ports). Accordingly, the keyboard
and mouse states for each server (including key code mode, Num, Caps, and Scroll locks ,
and mouse output mode) are monitored by the MPU for each port, respectively. This
allows for the stable switching of one server to another.
The server switch unit is equipped with power voltage monitoring circuits; any failure in the
power supply (e.g., disconnection of the AC cord or damage of the internal power fuse) can
be detected. (Signified with a flashing server online lamp)
The PS/2 keyboard English or Japanese (101 to 109 keys) and mouse which is included
21with the NEC Express5800 server may be connected to with the server switch unit.
The server switch unit may be connected with English or Japanese keyboard (101 to 109)
that came with the NEC Express5800 server.
The server switch unit can support monitors with a refresh rate of up to 75 MHz in the VGA,
SVGA, or multi-sync mode and a resolution of up to 1600×1200 pixels.
The servers can be easily selected by using the server selection switch or the keyboard (in
the hot key mode).
In hot key mode, the OSD (On Screen Display) allows you to switch from one server to
another while viewing the screen.
Auto scan can be performed by using the switches or hot keys.
In auto scan mode, active servers are automatically switched from one to another. This
enables the status of each server to be monitored in one specified cycle. The monitoring
cycle can be configured in six different time period levels (intervals) by using the keyboard.
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