Smart 216/232 IP
User Guide
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About this Document
About this Document
This document provides installation and operation instructions for the Smart 216/232
IP system, produced by Minicom Advanced Systems Limited. It is intended for system
administrators and network managers.
Chapters and Their Contents
1 Introduction Provides an introduction to the document, Smart
216/232 IP product overview, features and benefits of
Smart 216/232 IP, client computer operating system
requirements, technical precautions, trademarks, and
terminology used in the document. It also describes
how to safely handle the device, provide feedback on
the user guide, and WEEE Information for Minicom
Customers and Recyclers.
2 Installation Lists Smart 216/232 IP system components, describes
the functionalities of the Smart 216/232 IP elements,
and provides instructions for rack mounting the unit
and connecting the system.
3 Configuring the
Network
Provides instructions for logging into the Web
configuration interface, configuring the device ID, IP
address, and Centralized Management settings,
adding, editing, removing, and blocking system Users,
configuring the KVM switch, Serial port, security, user
targets, system date and time, power outlets, and
power device settings. It also provides instructions for
installing an SSL certificate, upgrading firmware,
upgrading RICCs/ROCs, restoring factory settings,
backing up and restoring configuration data, and
saving changes and logging out.
Pg. 11
Pg. 13
Pg. 22
4 Conducting a Remote
Session
5 Managing the Events
Log
6 Troubleshooting –
Restoring Factory
Settings
7 Operating the Smart
216/232 IP Switching
Describes how to start a remote session, set the
session profile, full screen mode, view system
information, adjust video settings, power manage
target servers, manage keyboard sequences,
synchronize mouse pointers, switch to a different
server or device, and disconnect the remote session.
Describes how to view, reload, clear, and save the
Events Log.
Describes how to restore the device to its factory
settings using a USB drive.
Describes how to operate Smart 216/232 IP using the
OSD.
Pg. 48
Pg. 69
Pg. 71
Pg. 72
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System Locally
8 Technical
Specifications
9 Video Resolution and
Refresh Rates
Style Conventions
Convention Used for
Verdana
Arial Bold
Arial Italics
Monospace
Regular text.
Names of menus, commands, buttons, and other elements of the user interface.
Special terms, the first time they appear.
Text entered by the user.
Notes, which offer an additional explanation or a hint on how to overcome a
common problem.
Warnings, which indicate potentially damaging user operations and explain
how to avoid them.
Lists and describes Smart 216/232 IP specifications. Pg. 78
Lists video resolutions and refresh rates. Pg. 78
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
LEGAL NOTICE ........................................................................................... II
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ...........................................................................III
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................. V
TABLE OF FIGURES ....................................................................................IX
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 11
1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...........................................................................11
1.1.1 Features and Benefits ............................................................11
1.2 TERMINOLOGY ...................................................................................12
1.3 COMPATIBILITY ..................................................................................12
1.4 CLIENT COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEM .....................................................12
1.5 TECHNICAL PRECAUTIONS......................................................................12
1.6 SAFETY ...........................................................................................13
1.7 TRADEMARKS ....................................................................................13
1.8 WEEE COMPLIANCE ............................................................................13
2 INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 14
2.1 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................14
2.2 SYSTEM COMPONENTS..........................................................................14
2.2.1 The Smart 216/232 IP Unit ....................................................14
2.3 PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ..............................................................16
2.4 RACK MOUNTING THE SMART 216/232 IP UNIT...........................................16
2.4.1 Rack Mounting Safety Considerations ......................................16
2.4.2 Mounting the Unit .................................................................17
2.5 CONNECTING THE SYSTEM .....................................................................18
2.6 CONNECTING TO THE SERVERS................................................................18
2.6.1 Connecting a ROC PS/2 .........................................................19
2.6.2 Connecting a ROC USB ..........................................................20
2.7 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK...............................................................20
2.8 CONNECTING THE CAT5 CABLES .............................................................20
2.9 CONNECTING THE KVM CONSOLE ............................................................21
2.10 CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY ............................................................21
3 CONFIGURING THE NETWORK ............................................................ 22
3.1 BOOT-UP PROCESS .............................................................................22
3.2 LOGGING ONTO THE WEB CONFIGURATION INTERFACE....................................23
3.2.1 Web Configuration Interface Tabs ...........................................25
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3.2.2 Web Configuration Toolbar Buttons .........................................26
3.3 CHANGING YOUR PASSWORD ..................................................................26
3.4 CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS.....................................................27
3.4.1 Configuring Device ID Settings ...............................................27
3.4.2 Configuring the Device IP Address...........................................27
3.4.3 Configuring Centralized Management Settings ..........................28
3.5 CONFIGURING USER SETTINGS ...............................................................29
3.5.1 Adding a User.......................................................................29
3.5.2 Deleting User(s) ...................................................................30
3.5.3 Blocking a User.....................................................................31
3.5.4 Editing User Information ........................................................31
3.6 CONFIGURING THE KVM SWITCH.............................................................32
3.7 CONFIGURING THE SERIAL PORT SETTINGS .................................................33
3.8 CONFIGURING THE SECURITY SETTINGS .....................................................34
3.9 CONFIGURING USER TARGETS ................................................................36
3.10 CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM DATE AND TIME ................................................37
3.11 CONFIGURING POWER DEVICES...............................................................38
3.11.1 Editing a Power Device ..........................................................39
3.11.2 Removing a Power Device ......................................................39
3.12 CONFIGURING POWER OUTLETS ..............................................................40
3.13 PERFORMING ADDITIONAL CONFIGURATION OPERATIONS.................................41
3.13.1 Installing an SSL Certificate ...................................................41
3.13.2 Upgrading Firmware ..............................................................42
3.13.3 Upgrading RICCs/ROCs ..........................................................43
3.13.4 Restoring Factory Settings .....................................................44
3.13.5 Backing Up and Restoring ......................................................45
3.14 RELOADING A PAGE.............................................................................46
3.15 SAVING CHANGES AND LOGGING OUT .......................................................46
4 CONDUCTING A REMOTE SESSION...................................................... 48
4.1 STARTING A REMOTE SESSION................................................................48
4.1.1 Remote Session Toolbar Buttons .............................................50
4.2 SHARING A REMOTE SESSION.................................................................51
4.2.1 Exclusive Session..................................................................51
4.3 DISPLAYING THE TOOLBAR.....................................................................52
4.4 SETTING THE SESSION PROFILE ..............................................................52
4.4.1 Full Screen Mode ..................................................................53
4.5 VERIFYING REMOTE PRESENCE SOLUTIONS INFORMATION ................................53
4.6 CHANGING THE VIDEO PERFORMANCE SETTINGS...........................................54
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4.7 ADJUSTING THE VIDEO .........................................................................55
4.7.1 Refreshing the Video Image ...................................................55
4.7.2 Automatically Adjusting the Video Image .................................56
4.7.3 Manually Adjusting Video Settings ...........................................56
4.8 POWER MANAGING THE TARGET SERVERS...................................................58
4.9 MANAGING KEYBOARD SEQUENCES...........................................................58
4.9.1 Adding a Keyboard Sequence .................................................59
4.9.2 Recording a New Custom Key .................................................60
4.9.3 Editing a Key Sequence .........................................................61
4.9.4 Deleting Key Sequence(s) ......................................................61
4.10 SYNCHRONIZING MOUSE POINTERS ..........................................................62
4.10.1 Manually Synchronizing the Mouse ..........................................62
Selecting the Mouse Mode .............................................................................................. 64
Relative Mouse Position Mode ......................................................................................... 65
4.10.2 Aligning the Mouse Pointers....................................................67
4.10.3 Calibrating Mouse Pointers .....................................................67
4.11 SWITCHING TO A DIFFERENT SERVER/DEVICE..............................................67
4.12 DISCONNECTING THE REMOTE SESSION .....................................................68
5 MANAGING THE EVENTS LOG .............................................................. 69
5.1 VIEWING THE EVENTS LOG ....................................................................69
5.2 RELOADING THE EVENTS LOG .................................................................69
5.3 SAVING THE EVENTS LOG......................................................................70
5.4 CLEARING THE EVENT LOG.....................................................................70
6 TROUBLESHOOTING – RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS ..................... 71
7 OPERATING THE SMART 216/232 IP SWITCHING SYSTEM LOCALLY .. 72
7.1 DISPLAYING THE OSD..........................................................................72
7.2 NAVIGATING THE OSD .........................................................................72
7.3 SELECTING A COMPUTER .......................................................................73
7.4 POWER MANAGING A SERVER .................................................................73
7.5 MOVING THE CONFIRMATION LABEL (F1) ...................................................74
7.6 TUNING (F5) ....................................................................................74
7.7 CONFIGURING THE OSD SETTINGS (F2)....................................................75
7.7.1 Changing the Network Parameters ..........................................75
Configuring the Device IP Address................................................................................... 75
Configuring AccessIT Centralized Management Settings ..................................................... 76
7.7.2 Changing the OSD Hotkey ......................................................76
7.7.3 Changing the Keyboard Language ...........................................77
7.7.4 Inputting and Updating DDC Information (F10).........................77
7.7.5 Saving Changes to Settings ....................................................77
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8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 78
9 VIDEO RESOLUTION AND REFRESH RATES ......................................... 80
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Table of Figures
Figure 1 – Smart 216 IP Unit Front Panel................................................................. 14
Figure 2 – Smart 216 IP Unit Rear Panel.................................................................. 15
Figure 3 – Smart 232 IP Rear Panel ........................................................................ 15
Figure 4 – Bracket Positions ................................................................................... 17
Figure 5 – Bracket Connected for Rear Facing .......................................................... 17
Figure 6 – Smart 216/232 IP System Overview ........................................................ 18
Figure 7 – ROC PS/2 ............................................................................................. 18
Figure 8 – ROC USB .............................................................................................. 19
Figure 9 – ROC PS/2 Connections ........................................................................... 19
Figure 10 – ROC USB ............................................................................................ 20
Figure 11 – OSD Main Window ............................................................................... 23
Figure 12 – Settings Window.................................................................................. 23
Figure 13 – Web Page ........................................................................................... 24
Figure 14 – Logon Page ......................................................................................... 24
Figure 15 – Network Configuration – Device Tab ...................................................... 25
Figure 16 – Change Password Page......................................................................... 26
Figure 17 – Users Page ......................................................................................... 29
Figure 18 – Add User Page..................................................................................... 29
Figure 19 – Delete User Confirmation...................................................................... 30
Figure 20 – Edit User Page..................................................................................... 31
Figure 21 – KVM Switch Configuration Page for Smart 232 IP..................................... 32
Figure 22 – Serial Port Page................................................................................... 33
Figure 23 – Security Page ...................................................................................... 35
Figure 24 – User Targets Page ............................................................................... 37
Figure 25 – Date and Time Page ............................................................................. 38
Figure 26 – Power Devices Page ............................................................................. 38
Figure 27 – Add PDU Page ..................................................................................... 38
Figure 28 – Added Power Devices ........................................................................... 39
Figure 29 – Edit PDU Page ..................................................................................... 39
Figure 30 – Delete PDU Confirmation Page............................................................... 40
Figure 31 – Power Outlets Page .............................................................................. 40
Figure 32 – Assigning Servers to Power Outlets Page ................................................ 41
Figure 33 – SSL Certificate Page ............................................................................. 42
Figure 34 – Device Version Upgrade Page ................................................................ 43
Figure 35 – Reboot Confirmation Page..................................................................... 43
Figure 36 – RICCs/ROCs Upgrade Page ................................................................... 44
Figure 37 – Restore Factory Settings Page ............................................................... 45
Figure 38 – Backup/Restore Data Page.................................................................... 45
Figure 39 – Device Reboot Confirmation Message ..................................................... 46
Figure 40 – Save Succeeded Message ..................................................................... 47
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Figure 41 – Device Rebooting Progress Box ............................................................. 47
Figure 42 – Logon Page after Rebooting .................................................................. 47
Figure 43 – Server Targets .................................................................................... 49
Figure 44 – Remote Session Page ........................................................................... 50
Figure 45 – Shared Remote Session ........................................................................ 51
Figure 46 – Session Profile Dialog Box..................................................................... 52
Figure 47 – Remote Presence Solutions Information ................................................. 54
Figure 48 – Performance Settings ........................................................................... 55
Figure 49 – Video Adjust Progress .......................................................................... 56
Figure 50 – Manual Video Adjustments Controls ....................................................... 57
Figure 51 – Power Menu ........................................................................................ 58
Figure 52 – Special Key Manager ............................................................................ 59
Figure 53 – Add a Predefined Key Dialog Box ........................................................... 60
Figure 54 – Record Macro Box ................................................................................ 61
Figure 55 – Delete Key(s) Confirmation Box............................................................. 62
Figure 56 – Relative Mouse Settings ....................................................................... 63
Figure 57 – Absolute Mouse Settings....................................................................... 64
Figure 58 – Windows 7 Mouse Properties ................................................................. 65
Figure 59 – Mouse Emulation Box ........................................................................... 66
Figure 60 – Events Log.......................................................................................... 69
Figure 61 – Clear Events Confirmation Window ........................................................ 70
Figure 62 – OSD Main Window ............................................................................... 72
Figure 63 – Power Control Dialog Box ..................................................................... 73
Figure 64 – Power Prompt ..................................................................................... 73
Figure 65 – Image Tuning Label ............................................................................. 74
Figure 66 – OSD Settings Window .......................................................................... 75
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Introduction
Product Overview
1 Introduction
Congratulations on adding Smart 216/232 IP to your remote access tools.
This document provides installation and operation instructions for Minicom’s Smart
216/232 IP. It is intended for system administrators and network managers, and
assumes that readers have a general understanding of networks, hardware, and
software.
Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 of this guide describe how to configure and operate the
Smart 216/232 IP system remotely over IP. Chapter 7 explains how to operate the
Smart 216/232 IP switching system locally through the On Screen Display (OSD).
1.1 Product Overview
The Smart 216/232 IP system extends your KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) from
any computer or server over TCP/IP via LAN, WAN, or Internet connection. This
enables two remote users to simultaneously control, monitor, and manage up to
16/32 remote (PS/2, USB) servers from wherever they are, inside or outside the
organization. Simultaneously, one local user can also access the servers.
Simultaneously, two more remote users can operate serial devices, such as routers or
managed network switches. Alternatively, one more user can use a PDU.
Smart 216/232 IP is a cost-effective hardware solution, for secure, remote KVM
access and control of 16/32 computers/servers from the BIOS level – independent of
the OS.
Smart 216/232 IP is based on Minicom’s innovative ROC technology, in which each
computer/server is directly connected to the switch via ROC dongles using only a
standard CAT5 cable at a distance of up to 30 m / 100 ft in a star configuration. No
external power is needed at the remote ROC.
The Smart 216 IP and Smart 232 IP are functionally the same. The Smart 216 IP has
16 Server ports; the Smart 232 IP has 32 Server ports.
1.1.1 Features and Benefits
Smart 216/232 IP has the following features and benefits:
BIOS level control to any server’s brand and model, regardless of the server
condition and network connectivity. Covers the entire spectrum of crash
scenarios.
Compatible with all major operating systems. Supports many hardware and
software configurations for the remote client and the Target server computers, as
well as the KVM switch in use.
Web-based control – Browser based control to a target server from any location,
via a secured standard IP connection.
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Terminology
Security – Supports the highest security standards for encryption (256-bit AES
and HTTPS) and authentication for remote user and advanced OSD management,
with multi-layer security for the local user.
Centralized Management – Can be controlled by Minicom’s Centralized Management
system – AccessIT, for centralized over-IP management of distributed data center
locations.
1.2 Terminology
The following table describes terms used in this guide.
Term Definition
Target server
Client computer
Remote session
The computer/server that is accessed remotely via Smart 216/232 IP
The PC running a remote Smart 216/232 IP session
The process of accessing and controlling target servers connected to Smart 216/232 IP
from a user workstation
1.3 Compatibility
Smart 216/232 IP is compatible with:
PS/2, SUN, and USB computers/servers
VGA, SVGA, and XGA monitors
Windows, Linux, UNIX, and other major operating systems
1.4 Client Computer Operating System
The client computer operating system must be one of the following:
Windows 2000 or later, with Firefox 3 or Internet Explorer 32-bit 7.0 or later
version
Linux with Firefox 3; 128-bit encryption support is required
1.5 Technical Precautions
This equipment generates radio frequency energy, and if not installed in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause radio frequency interference.
This equipment complies with Part 15, Subpart J of the FCC rules for a Class A
computing device. This equipment also complies with the Class A limits for radio noise
emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the
Canadian Department of Communications. These above rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operating the equipment in a
commercial environment. If operation of this equipment in a residential area causes
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Safety
radio frequency interference, the user, and not Minicom Advanced Systems Limited,
will be responsible.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Minicom
Advanced Systems Limited could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1.6 Safety
The device must only be opened by an authorized Minicom technician. Disconnect the
device from the power source and all cables from the device before service operation!
1.7 Trademarks
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
1.8 WEEE Compliance
This section provides WEEE Information for Minicom Customers and Recyclers.
Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and
implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic
equipment from Minicom, they are entitled to:
Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies
depending on the country)
Send back the new equipment for recycling when it ultimately becomes waste
Instructions for both customers and recyclers / treatment facilities wishing to obtain
disassembly information are provided in our website www.minicom.com.
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Installation
Overview
2 Installation
2.1 Overview
Install the Smart 216/232 IP system as follows:
1. Remove the Smart 216/232 IP system from the package, and check that all
components are present and in good working condition.
2. Mount the Smart 216/232 IP unit in a rack.
3. Make all hardware connections between the power source, Smart 216/232 IP,
services, network, and KVM console.
4. Power on the Smart 216/232 IP unit.
2.2 System Components
Before installing the Smart 216/232 IP system, verify that you have all the
components on the following list, as well as any other items required for installation.
The Smart 216/232 IP system consists of:
One Smart 216/232 IP (p/n 1SU70036) or one Smart 232 IP (p/n 1SU70037)
One RS232 Download cable (p/n 5CB40419)
ROCS - PS/2, USB (ordered separately)
CAT5 cables (1.5 m provided)
A rack mounting kit (p/n 5AC20247)
2.2.1 The Smart 216/232 IP Unit
The Smart 216/232 IP Unit front panel is illustrated in Figure 1.
Figure 1 – Smart 216 IP Unit Front Panel
The following table describes the functionality of the LEDS on the front panel of the
Smart 216/232 IP.
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LED Functionality
Installation
System Components
Power LED
Remote 1,
Remote 2 LEDs
Link
Indicates the state of the Smart 216/232 IP unit: Green indicates that the unit is powered
on; Red indicates that the unit is powered off.
Illuminate to indicate that a remote session is active.
Illuminates to indicate that the unit is connected to the network.
The Smart 216 IP unit rear panel is illustrated in Figure 2; it has 16 server ports. The
Smart 232 IP unit rear panel is illustrated in Figure 3; it has 32 server ports.
Figure 2 – Smart 216 IP Unit Rear Panel
The following connector table describes the functionality of the ports on the rear
panel of the Smart 216/232.
Port Functionality
Console KVM
Serial 1
Serial 2
Flash
For connecting a keyboard, video, and mouse to operate the Smart 216/232 IP locally;
optional.
For connecting the Smart 216/232 IP unit to any serial manageable devices, such as power
management units and routers, via the RS232 cable.
Note: Minicom’s Serial Remote PowerSwitch must be connected to Serial 1.
For connecting the Smart 216/232 IP unit to any Serial device.
For updating firmware of the analogue part of the Smart 216/232 IP system - OSD,
Switch, RICCs, and ROCs.
Figure 3 – Smart 232 IP Rear Panel
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Pre-Installation Guidelines
Port Functionality
LAN
Server ports For connecting to the servers via ROCs.
For connecting to the 10/100 Mbit Ethernet. The LED illuminates yellow when the unit is
connected to LAN; green when a remote session is in progress.
2.3 Pre-Installation Guidelines
Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are
likely to generate electrical noise.
Place the Smart 216/232 IP unit on a flat, clean and dry surface.
The Smart 216/232 IP unit is not intended for connection to exposed outdoor
lines.
Ensure that the maximum distance between each computer and the Smart
216/232 IP unit, does not exceed 30 m / 100 ft for ROCs.
2.4 Rack Mounting the Smart 216/232 IP Unit
2.4.1 Rack Mounting Safety Considerations
When mounting Smart 216/232 IP onto a rack, avoid the following conditions:
Elevated operating ambient temperature – The operating ambient temperature of
the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature.
Therefore, take special care when installing the unit in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly that the environment is compatible with the maximum rated ambient
temperature.
Reduced airflow – Install the equipment in a rack in such a way that the amount of
airflow required for safe operation is not compromised. Leave a gap of at least 5
cm / 2” on each side of Smart 216/232 IP.
Uneven mechanical loading – Uneven loading can cause damage to the equipment
or personal injury. Mount the equipment in the rack in such a way that a
hazardous condition does not result due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit overloading – When connecting the equipment to the supply circuit, make
sure that the total power of all the components does not exceed the circuit
capabilities. Overloading of circuits can affect over-current protection and supply
wiring, potentially resulting in fire and shock hazards.
Unreliable earthing – Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment. Pay
attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit
(for example, use of power strips).
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2.4.2
Mounting the Unit
Smart
The brackets can be placed in
Smart
on the unit in either of the following ways:
owards the front of the unit so that the unit can be mounted
owards the rear of the unit so that the unit can be mounted rear
illustrates the bracket connected for rear facing.
Screw the bracket to the Smart
Figure
216/232
the rack with screws, according to the
Mounting the Smart 216/232 IP Unit
, using the supplied rack
, as illustrated in
front facing
screws provided
nit into the server rack by connecting the bracket to
rack manufacturer’s instructions.
Installation
Rack
You can connect the
mounting kit.
the following figure.
To rack mount the
1. Place the brackets
T
216/232 IP unit to a server rack
two possible positions
Figure 4 – Bracket Positions
216/232 IP unit:
T
Figure 5
2.
3. Install the Smart
216/232 IP unit using the
5 – Bracket Connected for Rear Facing
IP
facing
.
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Installation
Connecting the System
2.5 Connecting the System
Figure 6 illustrates the Smart 216/232 IP system overview.
Figure 6 – Smart 216/232 IP System Overview
2.6 Connecting to the Servers
Each computer/server is directly connected to the Smart 216/232 IP via an
appropriate ROC using a CAT5 cable in star configuration. No external power is
needed at the remote ROCs. The ROCs draw their power from the computer’s
keyboard port (ROC PS/2, SUN) or from the USB port (ROC USB). Figure 7 and Figure
8 illustrate the ROC PS/2 and ROC USB.
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Figure 7 – ROC PS/2
2.6.1
Connecting a ROC PS/2
illustrates the
You can connect the ROC PS/2 to a powered on computer
in order
ROC PS/2
Connect the Mouse connector to the computer’s Mouse port.
Connect the Keyboard connector to the computer’s Key
Connect the Screen connector to the computer’s Video
Connecting
, by performing the steps of
Installation
to the Servers
Figure 8 – ROC USB
The following figure
ROC PS/2 connections.
Figure 9 – ROC PS/2 Connections
the following procedure
To connect the
.
to a powered on computer:
1.
2.
3.
board port.
card.
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Installation
Failure to connect in the above order while the server is running may lead to
the mouse malfunctioning until the server is rebooted.
ROC
ROC USB supports Windows 98 SE and later, MAC, SUN
The following figure illustrates the R
Connect the Screen connector to the computer’s video
connector to the computer’s
Connecting to the Network
216
216/232
onnect the network cable to the LAN port of
Connecting the CAT5
the following procedure for each computer to which you want to connect
CAT5 cables
t one connector to the ROC
and SGI, and all modern
216/232
Connecting to the Network
2.6.2 Connecting a
The
Linux distributions.
To connect the ROC USB:
USB
,
OC USB and its connections.
Figure 10 – ROC USB
1.
2. Connect the USB
2.7
Before powering on Smart
network.
To connect the Smart
1. C
2.8
Perform
CAT5 cables.
To connect the
1. Connec
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card.
USB port
/232 IP, you can connect the Smart
IP to the network:
the Smart 216/232 IP.
.
Cables
:
RJ45 port.
IP to the
her connector to one of the Smart
Connecting the
You can connect a KVM console to Smart
a KVM console to Smart
Connect the monitor’s connector to the Smart
Connect the keyboard’s
USB
Connecting the Power Supply
the power supply
Using the power cord provided, connect
grounding connection.
Only use the power cord supplied with the unit.
216/232
Connecting
omputer ports
operate the system
IP’s Monitor port.
USB
USB
IP to a socket outlet with a
Installation
the KVM Console
2. Connect the ot
2.9
locally.
To connect
1.
2.
port.
3. Connect the mouse’s
2.10
To connect
1.
216/232 IP c
KVM Console
216/232 IP, in order to
216/232 IP:
216/232
USB connector to the Smart 216/232 IP’s
connector to the Smart 216/232 IP’s
to Smart 216/232 IP:
Smart 216/232
.
Keyboard
Mouse port.
2. Switch on Smart
IP.
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Configuring the Network
Configuring the Network
After the system has been installed and all connections have been made, you must
216/232
216/232
’s IP address
Centralized Management
Add, edit, remove, and block system Users
Configure the KVM switch settings
Configure the Serial port settings
Configure the security settings
Configure the user targets.
date
Configure power devices.
You can also perform the following additional operations, as required:
.
Back up and restore configuration data.
Up Process
IP
u
IP
You can identify the IP address from the OSD at the local position. Also, where there
set the IP address locally via the OSD
set the IP address locally via the OSD
From the local keyboard, press
app
network settings, which includes configuring:
r
The DHCP server
a valid IP address, gateway address, and subnet mask.
, as described in the
Boot-Up Process
3
configure the Smart
1. Configure Smart
Device ID settings
Smart 216/232 IP
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7. Configure the system
8.
9. Configure power outlets.
1. Install an SSL certificate
2. Upgrade firmware.
IP system as follows:
IP’s
.
.
.
.
and time.
3. Upgrade RICCs/ROCs.
4. Restore factory settings.
5.
3.1 Boot-
By default, Smart 216/232
DHCP (Dynamic Host Config
assigns the Smart 216/232
is no DHCP server, you can
following procedure.
To
1.
The OSD Main window
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boots with an automatically assigned IP add
ration Protocol) server on the network.
:
Shift twice.
ears.
ess from a
Figure 11 – OSD Main Window
2. Press F2.
The Settings window appears see Figure 12.
Configuring the Network
Logging Onto the Web Configuration Interface
Figure 12 – Settings Window
3. In the Settings window, navigate downwards using the Tab key. At the bottom of
the window, press Tab to go to the top of the window. Change settings by typing in
the selected area or by pressing the spacebar – whichever is relevant.
4. If DHCP is disabled, in the Settings window, type the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway, as given by your Network Administrator.
Otherwise, if a DHCP server is active on the same network to which Smart
216/232 IP is connected, DHCP provides automatic IP assignment.
5. Once the IP address is satisfactory, proceed to log onto the Web interface to
complete the configuration.
3.2 Logging Onto the Web Configuration
Interface
You can complete the initial setup of the Smart 216/232 IP system via the Web
configuration interface.
Only one Administrator at a time can log onto the Web configuration interface. An idle
timeout of 30 minutes terminates the session.
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Configuring the Network
Onto the Web Configuration Interface
Before logging on the first time, verify that you have the latest Java installed on your
computer. If not, you can download and install Java from:
http://www.java.com/en/download/index.jsp
log into the Web interface
Open your Web browser (Internet Explorer
Enter
Java installs. After installation has completed, the log
, type the default Administrator name
The Targets page opens, displaying all your available target servers
In the menu in the left pane, click
https://IP
n page appears.
, type
(see
Logging
To
1.
2. Type the Smart 216/232
address/, and press
The Web page appears.
3. Click Log On.
:
7.0 / Firefox 3 or later).
IP system IP address http://IP address/ or
.
Figure 13 – Web Page
o
Figure 14 – Logon Page
4. In User
admin and in Password
(both lower case).
5. Click Enter.
43).
6.
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.
access
Figure
Configuring the Network
Logging Onto the Web Configuration Interface
The Network configuration page appears with the Device tab open.
Figure 15 – Network Configuration – Device Tab
From the Configuration menu, you can configure the network, Users, Switch
Configuration, Serial Port, Security, User Targets, Date & Time, Power Outlets,
and Power Devices settings. After making all configuration changes, you must click
the button in the toolbar for the changes to go into effect.
3.2.1 Web Configuration Interface Tabs
The following table summarizes the Web configuration interface tabs.
Tab Description
Device
Users
Switch Configuration
Serial Port
Security
User Targets
Date & Time
For configuration of the device settings, IP address, and centralized management
For adding, editing, deleting, and blocking system Users
For configuration of the KVM switch settings
For configuration of the Serial port settings
For configuration of the security settings
For configuration of the access rights of each user to target servers
For configuring the system date and time
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