Startech RKCONS1716GB User Manual
Rackmount LCD Console
with Integrated 16 Port IP KVM
CABCONS1716I
FCC Compliance Statement
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. However, there is
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cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.s
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.s
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver s
is connected.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................................1
Required Cables and Hardware ..................................................1
Assembly........................................................................................ 4
Hardware Guide............................................................................. 9
Front Panel Functions..................................................................9
LCD Panel Power SwitchRear Panel Functions .........................10
Network Configuration..................................................................11
Web Configuration Using the On-Screen Display........................11
Web Configuration Using DHCP .................................................12
Web Configuration Using Static IP ..............................................14
Terminal Configuration Using a Serial Cable...............................14
Using the Web Interface................................................................ 16
The Login Screen ........................................................................16
Navigating the Web Interface.......................................................17
Main Menu selections..................................................................18
Using the Terminal Interface via Serial Port.................................25
The VNC Interface.......................................................................... 25
Web Interface ..............................................................................25
Native VNC Client........................................................................26
Using the VNC Menu...................................................................28
Main Menu...................................................................................30
VirtKeys Menu .............................................................................32
Video Tuning menu......................................................................33
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Accessing KVM Features..............................................................35
Cascade Configuration................................................................35
OSD Operations ..........................................................................36
OSD Function Keys.....................................................................37
Hot Key Commands.....................................................................40
Changing Your Configuration .......................................................42
Optimizing video performance.....................................................42
Using the Advanced Video Tuning feature...................................43
Using the Modem Feature.............................................................45
Connecting a Modem ..................................................................45
Modem configuration...................................................................46
Configuring the Remote Connection ...........................................47
Accessing the Web Interface.......................................................48
Modem Troubleshooting Guide....................................................50
Serial Remote Control operation .................................................50
Advanced Configuration Using the Integrated SSH Shell............53
Remote Login via SSH ................................................................54
About Security Certificate Warnings............................................55
Troubleshooting.............................................................................56
Keyboard Replacement.................................................................58
Touchpad Replacement ................................................................58
Specifications ................................................................................60
Technical Support .........................................................................61
Warranty Information ....................................................................61
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 17” Rackmount LCD Console
with Integrated 16 Port IP KVM.
An ideal solution to help save valuable cabinet space, CABCONS1716I
allows you to securely access connected servers from anywhere in the
world over the Internet or over a LAN or WAN, and integrates a 17” active
matrix LCD monitor, low-profile keyboard and touchpad that can be folded
down into just 1U of cabinet space.
Features
High resolution 17” Active Matrix Color TFT LCD monitor, displays up s
to 1280 x 1024 pixels
Users can reboot the system, access the BIOS, and have full control s
over the connected keyboard and mouse - as if they are on site
Modular designs
Web-based control allows client access using a standard browser - s
eliminating licensing costs and simplifying usage
“Keep-alive” feature draws power from PC keyboard ports if power is s
lost. The Switch will continue to operate during power outage even it it
loses power
Required Cables and Hardware
Depending on your needs, you may require one or more of the following
cables:
All applications
StarTech.com part number: M45PATCHxxxxs
1 x Straight-through Ethernet patch cable (to connect the unit to your LAN)
StarTech.com part number: SVECONxxs
StarTech.com PS/2 3-in-1 KVM Cables (1 for each managed computer )
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StarTech.com part number: SCNM9FFs
StarTech.com 10 ft. Cross Wired Serial/Null Modem Cable DB9 F/F
StarTech.com part number: SVECONUSXXs
StarTech.com Ultra-Thin USB 2-in-1 KVM Cable
Console Installation
1U Cabinet Console - assembled “LCD panel + keyboard + touch s
pad” drawer
Rear bracket & extension kit - This kit contains two pieces of rear s
brackets and two extensions. Make sure you have the correct kit to fit
the depth of your cabinet.
Note: the following length is measured between front and rear poles,
inside the rack cabinet not the outside depth of a rack
Front pole to rear pole distance ( Depth ) cm inch
Minimum 59 23.2
Maximum 96 37.8
Front pole to rear pole distance
( Depth )
Minimum 57.5 22 5/8 77.5 30 1/2
Maximum 70.5 27 3/4 90.5 35 5/8
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cm inch cm inch
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KVM Module
KVM Module
Depth
Depth
Console
Drawer
Console
Drawer
The KVM Module can be connected to a console, or be used as a standalone KVM Switch. There are three major categories: PS/2, USB and
Sun Interfaces.
Please note: You can only connect to a computer using the PS/2 port.
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Assembly
Remove the safety stopper from the console drawer. The safety 1.
stopper is designed to prevent the drawer from sliding out during
transportation. Please note that once the Safety Stopper is removed,
the drawer is free to slide out when the console is tilted. Be cautious,
as this could cause injury.
Attach the extensions (from the Rear bracket & extension kit) to both 2.
sides of the KVM switch module. Please note the length of the
extensions and mount them as shown. For a 2U module, the
extensions are mounted to the lower half of the module.
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Please note the orientation of the wide side of the extension
Fasten the console to the rack, using the provided screws.3.
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Slide the rear bracket into both sides of the unit, ensuring the three 4.
round screws are INSIDE the bracket track, while sliding inward (noting
the arrows in the diagram below).
Attach both brackets to the rack:5.
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Push the KVM switch module evenly toward the drawer:6.
Slide the console drawer out and fasten both units using the screws 7.
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Make sure the C-36 connectors are firmly connected:8.
8mm (5/16”)
C36 Connector
Connect the power supply to the power jack on the KVM module to 9.
complete the assembly.
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KVM Control and Status:
(This section is effective only when a KVM switch module is connected.)
Computer Selection Pad -1. Press one of these pushbuttons to select a
computer. For 16 port models, 1-8 represent the lower 8 ports, while
A-H indicates the higher 8 ports. Port 1 and A share the same push
button; if port 1 is already selected, tap its pushbutton to select port A.
If port 1 is not selected, press and hold pushbutton 1 for two seconds
to select port A.
Selected Computer Indicator -2. One of the indicators turns red when
a corresponding computer is selected by pushbuttons, hotkey or OSD
menu.
Local Console in Operation -3. When a computer is accessed through
the console, this will illuminate green.
Remote Console in Operation -4. This will illuminate green when a
computer is accessed by another set of keyboard/mouse/monitor
connected to the Remote console when the KVM Switch Function
Module is a 2-console KVM.
LCD Panel Control:
LCD Panel Menu -5. These buttons invoke the OSD menu for the LCD
panel and acts as menu selection/navigation
LCD Panel Adjustment -6. Lets you adjust settings for the LCD panel.
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Keyboard Status and LCD Panel Power Switch:
Num Lock -7. Keyboard Num Lock status
Caps Lock -8. Keyboard Caps Lock status
Scroll Lock -9. Keyboard Scroll Lock status
10. LCD Panel Power Switch
Rear Panel Functions
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DC In1.
Link2.
Serial Port3.
VGA Out4.
R-Port5.
IP Setup button - 6. Pressing this button (using a paperclip, etc.) will
automatically load the On-Screen Display.
Reset button a) 7. Power reset - reboots power to the CABCONS1716I
unit
b)Configuration reset - During configuration, resets
values to default
LAN8.
PS/2 Keyboard9.
PS/2 Mouse10.
Remote connections 11. (x 16)
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CABCONS1716I offers four distinct methods for configuring the unit for
your network. Which method will work best depends on your level of experience and your specific network configuration.
Please note: Connecting the remote computers prior to following the steps outlined below can result in system instability.
Please refrain from connecting the remote computers, until the
local peripherals have been connected.
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Upon boot-up, including following a reset, CABCONS1716I will display a
window on the local video output (front VGA connector), that will appear
as follows:
Assigned IP Address
The initial screen will display the IP address assigned by your existing
DHCP server (if present on your network). If no DHCP server is detected,
a factory assigned IP address will be displayed in its place (10.0.0.15 by
default). Please make note of the assigned IP address, as you will need
to enter it into your web browser to access the Web Interface.
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If static IP addresses are assigned, you will likely need to change the
Net Mask, IP Address and other details, prior to connecting via your Web
browser. If this is the case, connect a local PS/2 keyboard and press the
Enter key. In order to proceed, you will require an administrative username and password. By default, the username and password are admin.
You will be given the opportunity to change the password (recommended)
to be performed once the configuration is complete.
Alternatively, you may press the Setup button on the front panel, and you
will not be asked to enter the admin password if you just press Enter.
At the main OSD menu (pictured below), you will be given several basic
setup options. To configure CABCONS1716I to your required network settings, use the Network Setup Wizard. To select from the menus provided,
use the arrow keys on your keyboard.
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This method requires that your network implement DHCP (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol), usually on a server or network access device
such as a router that dynamically allows devices to join the network without pre-configuration.
It also assumes that you will have easy access to your network’s DHCP
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log, since you will need to know the IP address of the unit to complete the
configuration over your Web browser. (If you are unsure of how to access
your network’s DHCP log, contact your System Administrator for details.)
If the unit is powered on and connected to the network via the LAN port
on the rear panel, it will automatically attempt to lease an IP address
using DHCP.
Before you can begin the configuration process, you will need to access
the DHCP log from your file server or other device that acts as the DHCP
server on the network. A simple DHCP log looks similar to the following:
The information displayed for your own network may vary significantly
from the data displayed in the image, but should supply (at minimum)
three essential details: IP address, MAC address, and device (or
machine) name for the computers and other devices connected to your
network. The values for the CABCONS1716I tested above are as follows:
IP Address: 192.168.22.4
MAC Address: 00-0E-C5-00-08-1A
Device Name: (none)
The easiest way to identify your CABCONS1716I on the network is by its
MAC address, a unique hardware identifier that is specific to your unit.
The MAC address of the unit can be found on a white sticker on the bottom of the CABCONS1716I. Retain this number for future reference. Once
you locate the MAC address of your unit in the DHCP log, you can match
it to its leased IP address and proceed with the Web configuration.
NOTE: Once you have located the IP address of the CABCONS1716I and wish to proceed with the Web configuration,
do not power off the unit or your DHCP server, since the Server
Remote Control might lease a different IP address. Should this happen, re-examine the DHCP log to verify the IP address again.
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Unlike the DHCP access method described above, some networks rely
on static IP addresses wherein every device has a pre-configured IP address that does not change.
To access the Web configuration for this product, you will need to configure the workstation you are using to the same subnet (255.255.255.0)
and also assign it a valid IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.100). For details on
how to change the IP address of your computer (if necessary), consult
your documentation or System Administrator for assistance.
NOTE: It is advisable to verify whether another device on your network
is using the same IP address as the CABCONS1716I before connecting
it to the network, to avoid a conflict. Should an IP address conflict occur
with another device on the network, power off the conflicting device or
assign it another IP address before continuing the installation.
NOTE: Not all IP addresses are valid for a given subnet. If you are required to change your subnet (and therefore IP address) to configure the
unit, be sure the IP address you choose is within the allowable range for
the 255.255.255.0 subnet.
Once your computer is configured to the same subnet as the CABCONS1716I, you can use the IP address 192.168.1.123 to access the
Web configuration system.
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Configuring the CABCONS1716I using a serial cable is the best choice
if you need to preconfigure the unit before attaching it to a network (i.e.
when sending to a branch office, customer site, etc.).
In general, the Web configuration is preferable because of its intuitive
interface and the fact that you do not have to be within close physical
proximity to perform the configuration. However, if you wish to use the
serial cable method to configure the CABCONS1716I, you can use any
typical communication software package (UNIX: tip, cu, kermit, minicom;
Windows: HyperTerminal, kermit).
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You can use the serial port on the CABCONS1716I to access the terminal
configuration tool; to do so, you will require a null modem serial cable.
Connect a female end of a serial cable to the serial port used for serial
access on the host computer. Connect the opposite end to the CABCONS1716I. Configure the terminal software with “8N1” settings:
Connection speed: 115200 bps
No. of bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Sample HyperTerminal configuration:
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The Web interface is the most intuitive way to configure the CABCONS1716I. As it offers a Java-based VNC client that can be used to
control the host computer from a remote location, as well as support for
any industry-standard HTML Web browser.
You can access the Web interface by opening your Web browser and
entering the IP address of the CABCONS1716I you wish to configure.
The IP address will be either:
a) The address assigned by your DHCP server as identified in the
previous section, or
b) 192.168.1.123 if your network uses static IP addressing.
The Login Screen
Before you can access the Web configuration interface, you must enter
a user name and password. The default username and password as
shipped from the factory is username admin, with a password of admin.
Whenever you are prompted about a certificate security problem by your
Please note: Before the login screen appears, your Web browser
may display a warning about an invalid security certificate. This
does not affect the security of your data in any way.
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