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Cat 5 High-Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch KL1508

1. EN BE VI E 18 o AD AD 96 KA9570 SS Dl NY amp 8 3 KA9140 gl i e RN Ww KA9130 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Daisy Chaining To control even more computers up to 31 additional compatible KVM switches can be daisy chained down from the KL1508 KL1516 Note Since it would be unnecessarily wasteful and expensive to use KL1508 KL1516 switches for daisy chaining there is no point in having consoles on the chained switches switches without LCD consoles are used instead See Supported KVM Switches page 79 for a list of supported switches As many as 512 computers can be controlled from the unit s integrated Dual Rail console in a complete installation See Connection Tables page 69 for tables showing the relation between the number of computers and the KVM switches needed to control them To set up a daisy chained installation make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off and refer to the Daisy Chain Instal
2. NE cad OEP 55 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Note On a daisy chained installation connect the cable to the First Station Master unit The chained stations Slaves will receive the upgrade via the daisy chain cables Shut down all of the computers but not the Stations on your KVM installation From your KVM switch console bring up the OSD see page 29 and select the FAADM function Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE Press Enter then press Y to invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode see page 39 For your reference the current firmware upgrade version displays on the screen Performing the Upgrade Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware 1 Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file either by double clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and keying in the full path to it The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears Welcome to the Firmware Upgrade Utility Put your device into Firmware Upgrade Mode Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable to connect its Firmware Upgrade Port to your computer or connect via Ethernet Agree to the License Agreement Then Click Next LICENSE AGREEMENT i LICENSE GRANT ATEN d Co Ltd es S Se DN non exclusive non transferable license to access and use FIRMWARE UPGRADE ITY i qnem Eu ue Term set forth below You
3. PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl F9 Find Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 1 m Ctrl 2 Q a Ctrl 3 O 0 Ctrl 4 C Ctrl H Help Compose Ej ss Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 54 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility As new firmware revisions become available for the KL1508 KL1516 firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site The Windows based Firmware Upgrade Utility FWUpgrade exe provides a smooth automated process for upgrading the KVM switch s firmware Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them Before You Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Internet support site and choose the model name that relates to your device to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages 2 Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer 3 Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port of your device PTS LI lt gt E
4. Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KL1508 KL1516 series of Cat 5 Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches are control units that allow access to multiple computers from a single KVM keyboard video and mouse console A single KL1508 KL1516 can control up to 8 or 16 computers respectively They consist of an integrated LCD monitor keyboard and touchpad in a in a 1U rack mountable retractable sliding housing The similarities and differences among the models in the KL1508 KL1516 series are shown in the following table Model LCD Panel Ports KL1508M 17 8 KL1508N 19 8 KL1516M 17 16 KL1516N 19 16 The LCD and keyboard touchpad modules slide independently of each other To maximize space in your data center the keyboard touchpad module slides back to hide away when not in use while the thin profile LCD monitor rotates back flush against the rack allowing administrators to monitor computer activity on the installation For increased reliability and efficiency RJ 45 connectors and CAT 5 cable are used to link to the computers Combined with Auto Signal Compensation ASC 1280 x 1024 75Hz signals can travel up to 40 m 130 eliminating the need for KVM extenders Utilizing PS 2 and USB KVM Adapter Cables for the final linkup the KL1508 KL1516 permits any combination of PCs Macs Sun computers and serial devices to coexist on the installation A single KL1508 KL1516 can control up to 8 16
5. 3 Daisy Chain When Daisy Chaining Units see Daisy Chaining page 17 Port the daisy chain cable plugs in here 4 Console Port If this is a Single Station installation or if this is the First Section Station of a daisy chained installation the keyboard monitor and mouse that make up the Local Console plug in here 5 KVM Port The Cat 5 cables that link to the KVM Adapter Cables which Section link to the computers plug in here 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin A Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 65 Please review it before proceeding Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL1508 KL1516 during shipping Slide the LCD module out see Opening the Console page 19 until the packing material is visible Remove the packing material before installing the unit as shown in the diagram below KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your KL1508 KL1516 The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42 77 cm e L Brackets S Nu Side Mountng Brackets Note It takes two people to mount the switch one to hold it in place the other to screw i
6. Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade explains how to upgrade the KL1508 KL1516 s firmware with the latest available versions An Appendix provides specifications and other technical information regarding the KL1508 KL1516 viii KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys you should press For example Enter means to press the Enter key If keys need to be chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt 1 Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps 4 Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps gt Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start gt Run means to open the Start menu and then select Aun Indicates critical information Product Information For information about all of ALTUSEN s products and how they can help you connect without limits visit ALTUSEN on the web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller In the United States of America call 866 ALTUSEN 258 8736 In Canada and South America call 949 453 8885 In all other locations call 886 2 8692 6789 Visit ALTUSEN on the web at http www aten com for a list of locations and telephone numbers KL1508 KL1516 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank
7. The KL1508 KL1516 supports hot plugging components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down In order for hot plugging to work properly however the procedures described below must be followed Switching Station Positions You can switch station positions by simply unplugging from the old parent and plugging into a new one After you do in order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change you must reset the Station IDs in the OSD See RESET STATION IDS page 38 for details Hot Plugging KVM Ports In order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new Port information See F3 SET page 34 and F4 ADM page 36 for details Note If the computer s Operating System does not support hot plugging this function may not work properly 27 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the units unplug its power cable from the rear panel Before starting it back up you must do the following 1 Shut down all the computers that are attached to it Note You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Otherwise the switch will still receive power from the computers 2 Wait 10 seconds then plug the Station back in 3 After the Station is up Power On the com
8. The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The device should never be placed on a soft surface bed sofa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided Never spill liquid of any kind on the device Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company The device is equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all pr
9. The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair 66 Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack the slide rails can pinch your fingers After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack 67 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Technical Support Internation
10. Computers MVs Computers 2 17 24 10 81 88 18 145 152 26 209 216 3 25 32 89 96 19 153 160 27 217 224 4 33 40 97 104 20 161 168 28 225 232 5 41 48 105 112 29 233 240 6 49 56 113 120 22 177 184 30 241 248 7 57 64 15 121 128 31 249 256 8 65 72 16 129 136 32 257 264 KL1516 16 Port Switches MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers 1 1 16 9 129 144 17 257 272 25 385 400 2 17 32 10 145 160 18 273 288 26 401 416 3 33 48 11 161 176 19 289 304 27 417 432 4 49 64 12 177 192 20 305 320 28 433 448 5 65 80 13 193 208 21 321 336 29 449 464 6 81 96 14 209 224 22 337 352 30 465 480 7 97 112 15 225 240 23 353 368 31 481 496 8 113 128 16 241 256 24 369 384 32 497 512 70 Appendix Specifications KL1508M KL1508N Function KL1508M KL1508N Computer Direct 8 Connections Max 504 via 16 level Daisy Chain Port Selection OSD Hotkey Pushbutton Switches Connectors External Keyboard 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Purple conne Video 1 x HDB 15 F Blue Mouse 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Green KVM Ports 8 x RJ 45 F Black Daisy Chain 1 x DB 25 M Black FW Upgrade 1 x RJ 11 F Black Power 1 x 3 prong AC socket External Mouse 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Green Switches Reset 1 x Semi recessed pushbutton Power 1 x Rocker F W Upgrade 1 x Slide LCD Adjust 4 x Pushbutton LCD Power 1 x Pushbutton Station Selection 2 x Pushbutton Port Selection 2 x Pus
11. KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Package Contents The KL1508 KL1516 package consists of 1 KL1508 or KL1516 Cat 5 High Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mount Kit 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable Power Cord UserManual Quick Start Guide Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased one of the following may be included in your package Standard Rack Mounting Kit Long Easy Installation Rack Mounting Kit Short Easy Installation Rack Mounting Kit Long Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping contact your dealer Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on the KL1508 KL1516 installation Features may have been added to the KL1508 KL1516 since this manual was printed Please visit our website to download the most up to date version of the manual Copyright 2008 ATEN International Co Ltd Manual Part No PAPE 0272 1AXG Manual Date 2009 09 23 Altusen and the Altusen logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co Ltd All rights reserved All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Contents EGG Informations 24 s cta tree xt deep eese d a os ii SJ T
12. F2 or Sets the keyboard language layout of the port Ctrl F12 F2 that has the KVM focus to Mac Num Lock F3 or Sets the keyboard language layout of the port Ctrl F12 F3 that has the KVM focus to Sun Num Lock R Enter or Ctrl F12 R Enter Resets the switch to the default settings Num Lock B or Ctrl F12 B Toggles the Beeper On or Off 51 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 52 Mac Keyboard Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard The emulation mappings are listed in the table below PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Shift Shift Ctrl Ctrl EE 36 Ctrl 1 g Ctrl 2 mq Ctrl 3 mi Ctrl 4 A Alt Alt Print Screen F13 Scroll Lock F14 E Enter Return Backspace Delete Insert Help Ctrl BA PIS Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 53 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key Ctrl is used in conjunction with other keys The corresponding functions are shown in the table below
13. 11364 2006 ooocccoccc eee nn ii User IntormatlOm coss ees ee hed ong PERS EXPE EN EE E la iii Online Registration LL iii Telephone Support eene iii User N llce ricorreva De eee a iii Package Contents 0 0 0 cece eene iv Optional Equipment LL iv About This Manual viii OVERVIEW a A oe ra ee eet wei wr RU Eus viii GONVENTIONS rst drei ac Late ar gti ix Chapter 1 Introduction OVervieWi tai ri ra Sedet tada 1 FOatures c pr 3 REQUIFEMENIS sce a trek Funde BER A eee gu dome 4 Computers cele nera e eb d eae rece evel 4 Gables ILE 5 KVM Adapter Cables ees 5 Daisy Chain Cables Lk 5 Operating Systems ooooccccccoco ees 6 COMPONENTS La rire AY atte Eg Sa 7 KL1508 KL1516 Front View 7 Keyboard Module o 8 LGD Module ir cirie free ao ptr 9 Rear View a ns is ati cr adhe ls i a AAA a a 10 A aTa or E ba aa I asai i ae dus 10 KL15 162 A a ER a 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin ui cedere cr ps oA RATER A AA 11 Standard Rack Mounting LL 12 Single Stage Installation 14 Single Stage Installation Diagram as 15 KVM Adapter Cable Installation Diagram s ssaa assaa annn 16 Daisy Ghaining st scs kn ss tar 17 Daisy Chain Installation Diagram lle 18 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console kaka kaka aaa 19 Opening Separately ooococcccocccn eee 19 Opening Together
14. cables get upgraded during a single upgrade session 61 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Performing the Upgrade Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware 1 Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file either by double clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and keying in the full path to it The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears see page 56 Read and Agree to the License Agreement enable the I Agree radio button then Click Next to continue The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears 2 Firmware Upgrade Utility If Check Firmware Version is checked the utility compares the device s firmware level with the upgrade files If the device s version is newer the utility lets you decide whether to continue or not If it is not checked the utility performs the upgrade directly Click Next to begin Device List Status Messages KESO ODEDZ gt Loading amp testing fies Loading amp testing files OK gt Searching for devices Device Description IV Check Firmware Version Progress Help View Log Cancel The Utility inspects your installation All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel After all the devices have been listed click Next to perform the upgrade If you enabled Check Firmware Version the Utility compares the device s firmware level with that of the upgrade files If
15. computers As many as 31 additional KH1508 KH1516 switches can be daisy chained from the original unit so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from the original KVM console For added convenience an extra console port is provided on the rear panel to manage the LCD KVM switch from an external console monitor keyboard and mouse up to 20 meters away and an external PS 2 mouse can be used instead of the touchpad KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Your KL1508 KL1516 investment is protected by an included Firmware Upgrade Utility You can stay current with the latest improvements in functionality by downloading firmware update files from our website and using the utility to quickly and conveniently install them Setup is fast and easy plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed Because the KL1508 KL1516 intercepts keyboard input directly there is no software to configure no need to get involved in complex installation routines no need to be concerned with incompatibility problems Access to any computer connected to the installation is easily accomplished either by pressing front panel port selection switches entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard or by means of a powerful menu driven OSD On Screen Display system A convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the computers running on the installation There is no better way to save time and money th
16. indicate so When a port is deselected the arrowhead disappears f one of the Quick View options is chosen for the LIST view see F2 LIST page 33 only a Port that has been selected here will display on the List If one of the Quick View options is chosen for Auto Scanning see SCAN SKIP MODE page 35 only a Port that has been selected here will be Auto Scanned The default is for no ports to be selected SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS This function allows the Administrator to define User access to the computers on the installation on a Port by Port basis For each User select the target Port then press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices F Full access V View Only or blank Repeat until all access rights have been set then press Esc The default is F for all users on all Ports Note A blank setting means that no access rights are granted The Port will not show up on the User s LIST on the Main Screen RESET STATION IDS If you change the position of one of the Stations in the daisy chain the OSD settings will no longer correspond to the new situation This function directs the OSD to rescan the Station positions of the entire installation and updates the OSD so that the OSD Station information corresponds to the new physical layout Note Only the Station Numbers get updated Except for the Port Names all Administrator settings such as Set Accessible Ports Set Quick View Ports etc for all of
17. method invoke HKM then press and release the T key again 49 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Platform Setup The KL1508 KL1516 s default port settings are for a PC Compatible operating platform You can modify the platform setting for each port by bringing the KVM focus to the port you want to change and using the hotkey combinations shown in the table below Key Operation F1 Sets the PC keyboard operating platform for the port that currently has the KVM focus F2 Sets the Mac keyboard operating platform for the port that currently has the KVM focus F3 Sets the Sun keyboard operating platform for the port that currently has the KVM focus R Enter Reset everything to the default settings The Hotkey entry method is as follows 1 Invoke HKM see page 45 2 Press and release the appropriate Function key see table After completing a setting you automatically exit HKM Note The brackets indicate the keys you should press Simply press the indicated keys do not type the brackets The Beeper Hotkeys are also used to toggle the beeper On and Off To perform any of these operations do the following 1 Invoke HKM see page 45 2 Press and release the appropriate action key see table Key Operation B Toggles the Beeper On or Off The Command Line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second then the message disappears and you automaticall
18. phase setting to eliminate these problems Clock If vertical banding is visible on the display your LCD may have the wrong clock setting Adjust the clock setting to eliminate vertical banding H Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel horizontally moves the display area left or right V Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel vertically moves the display area up or down Color Temperature Language Adjusts the color quality of the display You can adjust the warmth value color balance etc The Adjust Color selection has a further submenu that lets you fine tune the RGB values Selects the language that the OSD displays its menus in OSD Duration Reset Lets you set the amount of time that the OSD displays on the screen If there is no input for the amount of time you choose the OSD display turns off Resets the menu and submenu adjustments except for language settings to the original factory default settings 26 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Port Selection The KL1508 KL1516 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation Manual an OSD On Screen Display menu system and Hotkeys OSD Operation is discussed in the next chapter Hotkey Port Selection is discussed in Chapter 5 Manual Port Switching Use the Station and Port selection switches on the keyboard module see page 8 to manually switch to a port Hot Plugging
19. so you can slide it away 7 LCD Release Catch These catches one on each side release the LCD module SO you can slide it away 8 Rack Mounting Tabs The rack mounting tabs located at each corner of the unit secure the chassis to a system rack See Standard Rack Mounting page 12 for details KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Keyboard Module No Component Description 1 Keyboard 2 Touchpad Standard 105 key keyboard Standard mouse touchpad 3 Port Selection Area The LED displays the port number of the computer that has the KVM focus The left button shifts the KVM focus down a port 3 2 2 1 etc After port 1 it cycles back to the last port The right button shifts the KVM focus up a port 2 3 3 gt 4 etc After the last port it cycles to port 1 4 Station Selection Area 5 Lock LEDs amp Reset Switch The LED displays the station number that the port with the KVM focus is located on The left button shifts the KVM focus down the chain Station 2 Station 1 etc After Station 1 it cycles back to the last Station The right button shifts the KVM focus up the chain After the last Station it cycles to Station 1 The Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock LEDs are located here A Reset Switch is located just to the right of the Lock LEDs Press this recessed switch in with a thin object to perform a System reset 6 External Mouse Port T
20. to these functions Upgradable firmware simultaneously upgrade the firmware for all KVM switches on the chain via the daisy chain bus Multiplatform support PC Mac Sun and terminal based systems Supports Windows Sun Linux Mac Unix Netware AIX RS6000 and DOS 6 2 and higher Rack mountable in 19 System Rack 1U standard rack mount kit included optional Easy Rack Mount single person installation kit available requires separate purchase Requirements Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer A VGA SVGA or Multisync card Note The integrated LCD monitor s maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 75Hz If you want to use a higher setting for the screen resolutions of the attached computers see Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 page 82 Either a Type A USB port and USB host controller for USB KVM Adapter Cable Connection or 6 pin mini DIN keyboard and mouse ports for PS 2 KVM Adapter Cable Connection See the next section for information regarding KVM Adapter Cables Chapter 1 Introduction Cables KVM Adapter Cables Cat 5 or higher cable is required to connect the KL1508 KL1516 to one of the KVM Adapter Cables see Single Stage Installation page 14 Thefollowing KVM Adapter Cables are required for use with the KL1508 KL1516 Function Module Connect to devices with PS 2 ports KA9520 Connect to devices wit
21. 1516 User Manual Limited Warranty ALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase If this product proves to be defective contact ALTUSEN s support department for repair or replacement of your unit ALTUSEN will not issue a refund Return requests can not be processed without the original proof of purchase When returning the product you must ship the product in its original packaging or packaging that gives an equal degree of protection Include your proof of purchase in the packaging and the RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the package This warranty becomes invalid if the factory supplied serial number has been removed or altered on the product This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence or modification of any part of the product This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance connection to improper equipment or attempted repair by anyone other than ALTUSEN This warranty does not cover products sold AS IS or WITH FAULTS IN NO EVENT SHALL ALTUSEN S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FURTHER ALTUSEN SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ITS DOCUMENTATION ALTUSEN SHALL NOT IN ANY WAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WITHOUT L
22. 2 cee eee eee 21 Operating Precautions lt a 22 Closing the Console LL 23 LCD OSD Configuration lt a 25 The LCD Buttons e eue ce oet EN NUS eh 25 The Adjustment Settings 0 0 00 cece eee 26 POM Select ouis RA A RR RSEN RANA RS 27 Manual Port Switching 27 Hot Pluggirig i uh O RE REA a Taa eee hd 27 Switching Station PositioNS LL 27 Hot Plugging KVM Ports 27 Powering Off and Restarting lt 28 Port ID Numbering III 28 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview das se ru E a si 29 OSD Navigation oooocooococorror Ih 31 OSD Main Screen Headings eee 31 OSD Functions i ele lk vy X3 WIPE RIA HACEN 32 Fl GOTO estote e a ve Lo e dee ertet eic Es piter d 32 FAST eet potis Tenet ded Garvin E ta 33 ESSE Til a Pei ie CEU Nr 34 F4ADM rU A EH UD dee 36 EDISKP tesa ce ll bes iti ms Dei ito EU atk ale fied 40 FO DRGs Bis A as dui E alia 41 F7ZSGAN be a NR RP RACINE UE 42 ES OUT og Sarde e wirt e NR od eme eso Gee qt 43 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control LL 45 Invoking Hotkey Mode 45 Selecting the Active Port 46 AUTO SCANNING aer ra Bee 47 Setting the Scan Interval LL 47 Invoking Auto Scan 47 SkipModel tele LL Rue deer ate ee teed 48 Hotkey Configuration LL 49 Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys 49 Alternate OSD Invocation Keys 49 Platform Setup cocino ce ale ne eae Re Ee oo RA 50 The Beeper sien Reve ieee Rd 50 Hotkey Summary Table 0000s 51 vi KL1
23. 27 Hotkey Configuration 49 Port Control 45 Selecting the Active Port 46 Summary Table 51 Hotkey Mode auto scanning 47 invoking 45 Installation Daisy Chaining 17 Single Stage 14 Invoking Hotkey Mode 45 K Keyboard Emulation Mac 53 Sun 54 KL1508 Front View 7 Rear View 10 KL1516 Front View 7 Rear View 10 85 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual L LCD OSD Adjustment Settings 26 Buttons 25 Configuration 25 O Online Registration iii Opening the Console 19 Operating Precautions 22 OSD Factory Default Settings 74 Functions 32 Main Screen Headings 31 Navigation 31 Overview 29 Password 29 P Password 29 Platform Setup 50 Port ID Numbering 28 Port Selection Manual 27 Powering Off 28 Powering Off and Restarting 28 R Rack mounting Optional 76 Standard 12 Rear View KL1508 10 KL1516 10 Requirements Computers 4 KVM Adapter Cables 5 Operating Systems 6 OS Support 6 Restarting 28 RoHS ii S Safety Instructions General 65 Rack Mounting 67 Scan Duration 35 Selecting the Active Port 46 Setting the Auto Scan Interval 35 47 Setting the Scan Interval 35 SJ T 11364 2006 ii Skip Mode 48 Specifications CL 5208L CL 5208M 71 CL 5216L CL 5216M 72 Station IDs 17 Station Positions Switching 27 Supported KVM Switches 79 Switching Station Positions 27 T Technical Support 68 Telephone support iii Troubleshooting 80 U User Noti
24. 508 KL1516 User Manual Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard a usu hae ee ode LE Ra UE E E EE NE 53 Sun Keyboard 54 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility 55 Before You Begin eere 55 Performing the Upgrade eee eee 56 Starting the Upgrade ks 56 Upgrade Succeeded eee eee eens 59 Upgrade Failed ss 59 Firmware Upgrade Recovery 60 Adapter Cable Upgrade 0 0 eee 61 INtFrodUetioni ii rapa ei an 61 Before You Begin Ladakas 61 Performing the Upgrade eee eee 62 Starting the Upgrade Ls 62 Upgrade Succeeded ee eens 63 Firmware Upgrade Recovery 64 Appendix Safety Instructions LL 65 General Ie RU RM RU No anton DE ia RAE 65 Rack Mounting LL 67 Technical Suppt iie da ati alien ERR RIDERE RA 68 International i scatti ry gue br rr Dea RA 68 North America iecore Reb Ee eR eR 68 Connection Tables 0 000 cece cette eee 69 KL1508 8 Port Switches 0 0 0 0 cece eee 69 KL1508 16 Port Switches LL 69 KL1516 8 Port Switches 2 0 0 0 cece eee ee 70 KL1516 16 Port Switches LL 70 Specifications lis le utut DERE mte per eee e ae BOS 71 KL1508M KL1508N 0 00000 cc eh 71 KE1516M KE1516N ooo RR pr E eee es 72 OSD Factory Default Settings 74 Clear Login Information 0 0 eee 75 Optional Rack Mounting lt 76 Dedica
25. AUTUSCN Enterprise KVM Solutions by ATEN Cat 5 High Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch KL1508 KL1516 User Manual www aten com KL1508 KL1516 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense RoHS This product is RoHS compliant SJ T 11364 2006 The following contains information that relates to China ASARRE Fa aa ib WURDE O RRR E MATAME NADAL A EAST 11363 2006 38 E BER EE ER ZI O dcn S NOGRBURSTOARGA uud A ZE RE DAME X dHJBopPRERBSS EA SIT 11363 20064MREZXKo X RTZEA EMREDER HAMA He SB HSJ T 11363 2006 RE EX KL1508 KL1516 User Manual User Information Online Registratio
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27. Jt JL JG J E JC JC JC 36 JC C6 JC 1 KH1516 Y O O dB LUC UCUC JG dc JC m TE cena 18 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL1508 KL1516 s console consists of two modules An LCD display module located under the top cover and a keyboard touchpad module below the LCD module The modules can either slide together or independently This allows you to have the LCD display available for viewing while the keyboard touchpad module is conveniently out of the way when not in use Opening Separately Pull the release catch to release the console and pull the top panel a few centimeters toward you Once the console has been released you can let go of the catch Release Catch KL1508 KL1516 User Manual 2 Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place LBS BEEEE E apf C 20 Chapter 3 Basic Operation 4 Reach underneath and pull the keyboard module all the way out until it clicks into place Opening Together Refer to the diagrams in the Opening Separately section as you do the following 1 Pull the release catch and pull the top and bottom panels out until the keyboard module clicks into place Note Once the console has been released yo
28. User Manual 3 Slide the switch onto the support flanges Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack only tighten the screws part way Phillips I head M4L6 N J 4 Slide the rear attachment sliding brackets along the slide bars until they contact the rear of the switch then use the screws supplied with this package to attach the bars to the rear of the switch tighten the screws all the way Phillips I head M4L6 78 Appendix 5 Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly See Opening the Console page 19 for opening and closing procedures 6 After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating correctly finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front attachment screws inserted in step 3 Dedicated Invocation Keys Two dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey Mode and the OSD as shown in the diagram below Note These keys are toggles Press once to invoke the feature press again to exit Supported KVM Switches The following is a list of supported KVM switches that can be used when configuring a daisy chained installation ACSI208A ACS1216A KH1508 KH1516 79 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Troubleshooting General Problem Solution Keyb
29. Website Check the Website regularly to find the latest information and firmware upgrade packages Before You Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Internet support site and choose the model name that relates to your device to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer Note The upgrade files for the three adapter cables aren t packaged separately A single upgrade package provides the upgrade files for all of them Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port of the KL1508 KL1516 From your KVM switch console bring up the OSD see page 29 and select the F4ADM function Scroll down to ADAPTER UPGRADE Press Enter In the screen that comes up press Y to invoke Upgrade Mode see page 29 Note 1 A message appears reminding you to connect an adapter cable The message appears even if you have adapter cables connected If all the adapter cables you want to upgrade have already been connected simply ignore the message 2 The upgrade takes place via the Cat 5 cable that connects the adapter cable to the KVM switch so there is no firmware upgrade cable to attach 3 All the connected adapter
30. according to the Username provided during Login To change a setting 1 Double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears To make a selection either Double Click it or move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function OSD Selects which Hotkey activates the OSD function HOTKEY Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers the default is the Scroll Lock combination PORT ID Allows you to position where the Port ID appears on the monitor The DISPLAY default is the upper left corner but you can choose to have it appear POSITION anywhere on the screen Use the Mouse or the Arrow Keys plus Pg Up Pg Dn Home End and 5 on the numeric keypad with Num Lock off to position the Port ID display then Click or press Enter to lock the position and return to the Set submenu Note The setting affects the currently selected computer If you don t want to use the default position you must change the setting for each computer individually PORT ID Determines how long a Port ID displays on the monitor after a port DISPLAY change has taken place The choices are User Defined which lets DURATION you select the amount o
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32. an with a KL1508 KL1516 installation By using the KL1508 KL1516 with its sliding LCD console to manage your installation you 1 eliminate the expense of having to purchase a separate keyboard monitor and mouse for each computer 2 save all the space those extra components would take up 3 save the space that a keyboard monitor and mouse would take with a standard KVM switch 4 save on energy costs and 5 eliminate the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving from one computer to another Chapter 1 Introduction Features KVM console with 17 or 19 LCD monitor in a sliding housing with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high rack Dual Rail operation LCD monitor slides independently of the keyboard touchpad Console lock enables the sliding console to remain securely locked away when not in use Asingle console controls up to 8 KL1508 or 16 KL1516 computers daisy chain up to 31 additional units to control up to 512 computers KVM adapter cables with automatic conversion allow flexible interface combinations PCs Macs Sun computers and serial devices can all coexist on the installation RJ 45 connectors and Cat 5 cable extends the distance between computers and switch up to 40m 130 for resolutions of 1280 x 1024 9 75Hz A dedicated console port for management from an external console plus an extra PS 2 mouse port for external mouse use w
33. ar computer is to click it or move the Highlight Bar to it and then press Enter QV If a port has been selected for Quick View scanning see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 38 an arrowhead displays in this column to indicate so The computers that are powered on and are On Line have a sun symbol rt in this column to indicate so NAME If a port has been given a name see EDIT PORT NAMES page 37 its name appears in this column 31 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD For example you can rapidly switch to any port scan selected ports only limit the list you wish to view designate a port as a Quick View Port create or edit a port name or make OSD setting adjustments To access an OSD function 1 Either Click a Function Key field at the top of the Main Screen or press a Function Key on the keyboard 2 In the Submenus that appear make your choice either by Double Clicking it or moving the Highlight Bar to it and then pressing Enter 3 Press Esc to return to the previous menu level F1 GOTO GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port s Name or its Port ID Tousethe Name method key in 1 key in the port s Name and then press Enter Touse the Port ID method key in 2 key in the Port ID and then press Enter Note You can key in a partial Name or Port ID In that case the screen w
34. are Powered On The default is ALL SCREEN If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this BLANKER function the screen is blanked Key in a value from 1 30 minutes then press Enter A setting of O disables this function The default is O disabled HOTKEY Enables Disables the Hotkey function see Hotkey Operation COMMAND page 45 in case a conflict with programs running on the computers MODE occurs HOTKEY This setting selects the Hotkey invocation keys see Hotkey Operation page 45 Choices are NUM LOCK or CTRL F12 The default is NUM LOCK 35 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual F4 ADM F4 is an Administrator only function It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD To change a setting Double Click it or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears Double Click the choice you want or move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice so that you know which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function SET This function is used to set Usernames and Passwords for the USERNAME Administrator and Users AND ini 1 One Administrator and four User passwords can be set PASSWORD ih ai i 2 After you select the Administrator field or one of t
35. ars Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility See the next section Firmware Upgrade Recovery for how to proceed 59 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically four conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery When the unit s firmware becomes corrupted for some reason and you are unable to operate it When you invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode see FIRMWARE UPGRADE page 39 but decide not to proceed with the upgrade When a firmware upgrade procedure is interrupted When a firmware upgrade procedure fails To perform a firmware upgrade recovery do the following 1 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch see page 9 to the Recover position 2 Power off and restart the switch according to the instructions given in the Powering Off and Restarting section see page 28 3 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position 4 Repeat Step 2 Note If one of the child units fails to upgrade successfully unchain it from the installation and perform the recovery and upgrade operation on it independently After it has been successfully upgraded plug it back into the chain 60 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade Adapter Cable Upgrade Introduction The firmware for the KA9520 KA9570 and KA9130 KVM Adapter Cables can also be upgraded As new versions of the firmware become available they can be downloaded from our
36. ations See HOTKEY COMMAND MODE page 35 for details Invoking Hotkey Mode All Hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Mode Invoking Hotkey Mode takes three steps 1 Hold down the Num Lock key 2 Press and release the minus key 3 Release the Num Lock key Num Lock Note 1 The minus key must be released within one half second otherwise Hotkey invocation is cancelled and it has no effect 2 There is an alternate invocation combination see Alternate OSD Invocation Keys page 49 45 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual When Hotkey Mode is active The Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit Hotkey Mode A Command Line appears on the monitor screen The command line prompt is the word Hotkey in yellow text on a blue background and displays the subsequent Hotkey information that you key in Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Hotkey compliant keystrokes described in the sections that follow can be input At the conclusion of some hotkey operations you automatically exit hotkey mode With others you must exit manually by pressing Esc or Spacebar Selecting the Active Port Each Computer Port is assigned a Port ID see Port ID Numbering page 28 You can directly access any computer on the installation with a Hotkey combination that specifies the Port ID of the port it
37. ccess For all Users on all Ports Hotkey Command Mode Y Activated Set Operating System Win Keyboard Language Auto 0 Dual Console Set Console Mode Hotkey Num Lock Restore Default Values N Clear the Name List N Reset Station IDs Y Firmware Upgrade N sss 74 Appendix Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an Administrator login because the Username and Password information has become corrupted or you have forgotten it for example you can clear the login information with the following procedure 1 Power off the switch and remove the top cover from the unit chassis 2 Short the jumper labeled Default Password on the switch s main board u38 u39 J6 J7 USS J9 El Default J12 Password J13 i CI L 3 Power on the switch When you power the switch on the following message appears on the LCD display USERNAME AND PASSWORD INFORMATION HAS BEEN CLEARED PLEASE POWER OFF THE SWITCH REMOVE THE JUMPER CLOSE THE CASE THEN RESTART 4 After you start back up the OSD login function acts exactly the way it did the first time the switch was run see OSD Overview page 29 and you can reset passwords for the Administrators and Users 75 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility three optional ra
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39. cebar to cycle through the choices The default is 0 Changes will not be saved until you logout FIRMWARE In order to upgrade the KL1508 KL1516 s firmware see Firmware UPGRADE Upgrade page 55 you must first enable Firmware Upgrade Mode with this setting When you bring up this menu the current firmware version levels display Select Y to enable Firmware Upgrade Mode or N to leave this menu without enabling it ADAPTER In order to upgrade an Adapter Cables firmware see Adapter Cable UPGRADE Upgrade page 61 you must first enable its Upgrade Mode with this setting Press Spacebar to select the KVM Adapter Cable you want to upgrade When you select a KVM Adapter Cable its current firmware version levels display Select Y to enable Firmware Upgrade Mode or N to leave this menu without enabling it 39 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual F5 SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward switching the console focus from the currently active KVM Port to the previous or next available one The selection of computers to be available for Skip Mode switching is made with the Scan Skip Mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 35 When you are in Skip Mode press c To skip from the current port to the previous port in the List gt To skip from the current port to the next port in the List 4 To skip from the current port to the last port of the previous station in the List To ski
40. ch case you would tap Ctrl twice see OSD HOTKEY page 34 With this method the Ctrl keys must be on the same side both left or both right The OSD incorporates a two level Administrator User password system Before the OSD Main Screen comes up a login dialog box appears that asks for your username password If the password function has been set you must provide a valid username and password in order to access the OSD Main Screen If this is the first time that the OSD is being run or if the password function has not been set simply press Enter The OSD Main Screen comes up in Administrator Mode In this mode you have administrator privileges with access to all Administrator and User functions and can set up operations including password authorization for the future as you would like 29 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual When you invoke the OSD a screen similar to the one below appears ADMINISTRATOR ATEN INTL CO 1 ATEN INTL CO 2 ATEN INTL CO 3 FAX SERVER 1 FAX SERVER 2 WEB SERVER 1 Note 1 The diagram depicts the Administrator s Main Screen The User Main Screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the Administrator and can t be accessed by ordinary Users The OSD always starts in List view with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed Only the ports that have been set accessible by the Administrator for the curre
41. ck mounting kits are available as shown in the following table KVM Model Bracket Type Size cm KL1508M KL1516M Standard Installation Long 68 0 105 0 Easy Installation Short 57 0 70 0 Easy Installation Long 68 0 105 0 KL1508N KL1516N Standard Installation Long 68 0 105 0 Easy Installation Short 63 0 70 0 Easy Installation Long 74 0 105 0 To install the long bracket standard rack mount kit simply replace the short L brackets on the standard rack mount kit with the long ones and mount the switch according to the instructions given for Standard Rack Mounting page 12 While it takes two people to perform a standard installation with an Easy Installation kit one person can mount the switch To install the Easy Installation kit do the following 1 Remove the standard L brackets and the side mounting brackets from both sides of the switch Phillips head hex M4L4 76 Appendix 2 Attach the left and right easy installation mounting rails to the inside of the rack The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside Rear Flange Slide Bar Front Flange Rear Attachment Sliding Bracket LEFT Support RAIL Flange a Screw the front flanges to the rack first b Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges make contact with the rack then screw the rear flanges to the rack 77 KL1508 KL1516
42. console plug your keyboard monitor and mouse into the Console Ports located on the switch s rear panel The ports are color coded and marked with an icon to identify themselves Note This step is optional Foreach of the computers you are installing use Cat 5 cable to connect any available KVM port to a KVM adapter cable that is appropriate for the computer you are installing See KVM Adapter Cables page 5 for adapter cable details Note The maximum supported distance to the adapter cable is 40 m Connect the KVM Adapter cable to the computer Refer to the KVM Adapter Cable Installation Diagram page 16 to plug the adapter cable connectors into their respective ports on the computers you are installing Connect the power cord to the switch and to an AC power source After you are all cabled up you can power on the switch After the switch is powered on power on the computers Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Single Stage Installation Diagram il ee O O amp COC000d00 OOC KL1508 KL1516 User Manual KVM Adapter Cable Installation Diagram Taxi Wiz cal m ca IL i m KA9520 E A A Ni z za O KA9131
43. de LCD Adjust 4 x Pushbutton LCD Power 1 x Pushbutton Station Selection 2 x Pushbutton Port Selection 2 x Pushbutton 72 Appendix Continued from previous page Function KL1516M KL1516N LEDs On Line 16 Green Selected Station ID 2 x 7 Segment Yellow Port ID 2 x 7 Segment Yellow Power 1 Blue LCD Power 1 Orange Lock Num 1 x Green Caps 1 x Green Scroll 1 x Green LCD Panel 17 19 Emulation Keyboard Mouse PS 2 USB PC Mac Sun Serial Video 1280 x 1024 O 75 Hz DDC2B Scan Interval OSD Select 1 255 secs I P Rating 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 1A Power Consumption 120 230V 28W 120 230 V 30W Environment Operating Temp 0 409 C 0 50 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Physical Housing Metal Properties Weight 17 3 kg 18 5 kg Dimensions L x W x H 70 90 x 48 20 x 4 40 cm 76 00 x 48 20 x 4 40 cm 19 1U 19 1U 73 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows Setting Default OSD Hotkey Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds Port ID Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name Scan Duration 5 Seconds Scan Skip Mode All Screen Blanker 0 Disabled Logout Timeout 0 Disabled Beeper Y Activated Accessible Ports F Full A
44. escribed in the table below Button Function MENU When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button invokes the Menu function and brings up the Main Menu gt ja When navigating through the menus this button moves you right or up When making an adjustment it increases the value 4v When navigating through the menus this button moves you left or down When making an adjustment it decreases the value EXIT When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button performs an auto adjustment An auto adjustment automatically configures all the settings for the LCD panel to what the OSD considers their optimum values to be When you have entered the LCD OSD Menu function pressing this button exits the current menu and returns you to the previous menu Use it to leave an adjustment menu when you are satisfied with the adjustment you have made When you are at the Main Menu pressing this button exits the LCD OSD 25 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual The Adjustment Settings An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below Setting Explanation Brightness Adjusts the background black level of the screen image Contrast Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image Phase If pixel jitter or horizontal line noise is visible on the display your LCD may have the wrong phase setting Adjust the
45. f the next Station Once you are in Skip Mode you can keep on skipping by pressing the Arrow keys You don t have to use the NumLock combination again While Skip Mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Skip Mode compliant keystrokes can be input You must exit Skip Mode in order to regain normal control of the console To exit Skip Mode press Esc or Spacebar 48 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Configuration Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set do the following 1 Invoke HKM see page 45 2 Press and release the H key The Hotkey Invocation keys become the Ctrl key instead of Num Lock and the F12 key instead of Minus Note This procedure is a toggle between the two methods To revert back to the original Num Lock Minus method invoke HKM then press and release the H key again Alternate OSD Invocation Keys The OSD activation method can be changed from tapping the Scroll Lock key twice to tapping the Ctrl key twice Ctrl Ctrl To change the OSD Invocation method do the following 1 Invoke HKM see page 45 2 Press and release the T key Note This procedure is a toggle between the two methods To revert back to the original Scroll Lock Scroll Lock
46. f time from 1 255 sec and Always On which displays the Port ID at all times If you select User Defined key in the number of seconds then press Enter The default is 3 Seconds A setting of 0 zero disables this function continues on next page 34 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function PORT ID Selects how the Port ID is displayed the Port Number alone PORT DISPLAY NUMBER the Port Name alone PORT NAME or the Port Number MODE plus the Port Name PORT NUMBER PORT NAME The default is PORT NUMBER PORT NAME SCAN Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles through DURATION the selected ports in Auto Scan Mode see F7 SCAN page 42 Key in a value from 1 255 seconds then press Enter Default is 5 seconds a setting of O disables the Scan function SCAN SKIP Selects which computers will be accessed under Skip Mode see F5 MODE SKP page 40 and Auto Scan Mode see F7 SCAN page 42 Choices are ALL AIll the Ports which have been set Accessible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 38 QUICK VIEW Only those Ports which have been set Accessible and have been selected as Quick View Ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 38 POWERED ON Only those Ports which have been set Accessible and are Powered On QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Only those Ports which have been Set Accessible and have been selected as Quick View Ports and
47. grade Mode see ADAPTER UPGRADE page 39 but decide not to proceed with the upgrade When a firmware upgrade procedure is interrupted When a firmware upgrade procedure fails To perform a firmware upgrade recovery do the following 1 2 9 Unplug the Adapter Cable from the computer it is connected to Slide its Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch located next to the Cat 5 connector to the Recover position Plug the adapter cable back into the computer From your KVM switch console bring up the OSD see page 29 and select the F4ADM function Scroll down to ADAPTER UPGRADE Press Enter Press Y to invoke Upgrade Mode see page 39 Proceed with the firmware upgrade as described in Performing the Upgrade starting on page 62 After the upgrade completes and the switch restarts unplug the Adapter Cable from the computer and slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position Plug the adapter cable back into the computer This completes the recovery procedure 64 Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions Save them for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device Do not place the device on any unstable surface cart stand table etc If the device falls serious damage will result Do not use the device near water Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers
48. h USB ports KA9570 Connect to Sun Legacy systems KA9130 with 13W3 port Connect to Sun USB systems KA9131 Connect to serial based devices KA9140 Daisy Chain Cables Daisy chain cables are not supplied with the KL1508 KL1516 package Contact your dealer to purchase them Length Part 0 6m 2L 1700 1 8m 2L 1701 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below OS Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6 0 and higher SuSE 8 2 and higher Mandriva Mandrake 9 0 and higher UNIX AIX 4 3 and higher FreeBSD 3 51 and higher Sun Solaris 8 and higher Novell Netware 5 0 and higher Mac OS 9 and higher DOS 6 2 and higher Chapter 1 Introduction Components KL1508 KL1516 Front View No Component Description 1 Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out push to slide the module in See Opening the Console page 19 for details on sliding the console in and out 2 LCD Module See LCD Module page 9 Keyboard Module See Keyboard Module page 8 4 Lower Handle Pull to slide the keyboard module out See Opening the Console page 19 for more details on sliding the console in and out 5 Power LED Lights blue to indicate that the unit is receiving power 6 Keyboard Release Catch These catches one on each side release the keyboard module
49. hbutton LEDs On Line 8 Green Selected Station ID 2 x 7 Segment Yellow Port ID 2 x 7 Segment Yellow Power 1 Blue LCD Power 1 Orange Lock Num 1 x Green Caps 1 x Green Scroll 1 x Green LCD Panel 17 19 Table continues on next page 71 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Continued from previous page Function KL1508M KL1508N Emulation Keyboard Mouse PS 2 USB PC Mac Sun Serial Video 1280 x 1024 75 Hz DDC2B Scan Interval OSD Select 1 255 secs I P Rating 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 1A Power Consumption 120 230V 28W 120 230 V 30 W Environment Operating Temp 0 409 C 0 50 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non condensing Physical Housing Metal aid Weight 17 3 kg 18 5 kg Dimensions L x W x H 70 90 x 48 20 x 4 40 cm 76 00 x 48 20 x 4 40 cm 19 1U 19 1U KL1516M KL1516N Function KL1516M KL1516N Computer Direct 16 iui Max 512 via 16 level Daisy Chain Port Selection OSD Hotkey Pushbutton Switches Connectors External Keyboard 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Purple Console i Ports Video 1 x HDB 15 F Blue Mouse 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Green KVM Ports 16 x RJ 45 F Black Daisy Chain 1 x DB 25 M Black FW Upgrade 1 x RJ 11 F Black Power 1 x 3 prong AC socket External Mouse 1 x 6 pin Mini DIN F Green Switches Reset 1 x Semi recessed pushbutton Power 1 x Rocker F W Upgrade 1 x Sli
50. he User fields a screen that allows you to key in your Username and Password appears The Username and Password may be up to 12 characters long and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers A Z a z 0 9 3 For each individual key in the Username and Password then press Enter 4 To modify or delete a previous Username and or Password use the backspace key to erase individual letters or numbers SET If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this LOGOUT function the Operator is automatically logged out A login is necessary TIMEOUT before the console can be used again This enables other Operators to gain access to the computers when the original Operator is no longer accessing them but has forgotten to log out To set the timeout value key in a number from 1 180 minutes then press Enter If the number is O zero this function is disabled Default is O disabled continues on next page 36 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function EDIT PORT To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port NAMES every port can be given a name This function allows the Administrator to create modify or delete port names To Edit a port name 1 Click the port you want or use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 Key in the new Port Name or modify delete the old one The maxi mum n
51. here you left off If on the other hand you Exited and restarted Scanning would start over from the very first computer on the installation To resume Auto Scanning press any key Scanning continues from where it left off Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Auto Scan Mode compliant keystrokes can be input You must exit Auto Scan Mode in order to regain normal control of the console Toexit Auto Scan Mode press Esc or Spacebar Auto Scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan Mode 47 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually You can dwell on a particular port for as long or as little as you like as opposed to Auto Scanning which automatically switches after a fixed interval To invoke Skip Mode key in the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke Hotkey Mode see page 45 2 Key in Arrow Where Arrow refers to one of the Arrow keys After you press Arrow you automatically exit Hotkey Mode and enter Skip Mode where you can switch ports as follows c Skips from the current port to the first accessible port previous to it See SCAN SKIP MODE page 35 for information regarding accessible ports gt Skips from the current port to the next accessible port 1 Skips from the current port to the last accessible port of the previous Station Skips from the current port to the first accessible port o
52. his PS 2 type mouse port is provided for users who prefer to use an external mouse 7 PortLEDs These LEDs light to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is on line up and running Chapter 1 Introduction LCD Module No Component Description 1 LCD Display To access the LCD monitor slide the LCD module out and flip up the cover See Opening the Console page 19 for details on sliding the LCD module out 2 LCD Controls These buttons control the position and picture settings of the LCD display See LCD OSD Configuration page 25 for details 3 LCD On Off Button Push this button to turn the LCD monitor on and off The button lights when the LCD monitor is off to indicate that only the monitor is off not the KVM switch itself 4 Firmware Upgrade Section Firmware Upgrade Port The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator s computer to the KL1508 KL1516 plugs into this RJ 11 connector Firmware Upgrade Switch During normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position See The Firmware Upgrade Utility page 55 for firmware upgrading details KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Rear View KL1508 KL1516 No Component Description 1 Power Socket 2 Power Switch
53. ill show all the computers that the User has View rights to see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 38 that match the Name or Port ID pattern regardless of the current List settings see F2 LIST page 33 for details To return to the OSD Main Menu without making a choice press Esc 32 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F2 LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays lists on the Main Screen Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers currently selected for Listing on the Main Screen with this function The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below Choice Meaning ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 38 POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers Powered On QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports POWERED ON see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 38 and that have their attached computers Powered On Move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want then press Enter An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one 33 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual F3 SET This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up an individual working environment A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated
54. including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the error Any other information you feel may be of help Appendix Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of cascaded KVM switches and the number of computers that they control on a daisy chained installation A list of compatible KVM switches is provided on page 79 KL1508 8 Port Switches MVs Computers MVs Computers 1 1 8 65 72 129 136 25 193 200 2 9 16 73 80 137 144 26 201 208 3 17 24 81 88 145 152 27 209 216 4 25 32 89 96 153 160 28 217 224 5 33 40 97 104 161 168 29 225 232 6 41 48 105 112 169 176 30 233 240 7 49 56 113 120 177 184 31 241 248 8 57 64 121 128 185 192 32 249 256 KL1508 16 Port Switches MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers 2 9 24 137 152 265 280 26 393 408 3 25 40 152 168 281 296 27 409 424 4 41 56 169 184 297 312 28 425 440 5 57 72 185 200 313 328 29 441 456 6 73 88 201 216 329 344 30 457 472 7 89 104 217 232 345 360 31 473 488 8 105 120 233 248 361 376 32 489 504 69 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual KL1516 8 Port Switches MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs
55. ion is higher than the upgrade version it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel 9 The firmware Ver 1 0 084 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 084 t in device MAIN 001 001 Continue the upgrade Yes No If you didn t enable Check Firmware Version the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a higher level or not As the Upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar To abort the upgrade procedure before it completes click Cancel If you cancel before completion a dialog box appears warning you that quitting at this point may cause the device s firmware to be lost and you are given the option to proceed or abort the cancel operation To recover from a lost firmware situation see Firmware Upgrade Recovery page 60 58 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful gt testing files OK gt Pepa fumve apg gt gt Firmware version p newer than device Manon 001 Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry Click Yes to retry If you Click No the Upgrade Failed screen appe
56. is connected to The steps involved are 1 2 Invoke Hotkey Mode see page 45 Key in the Port ID The Port ID numbers display on the Command Line as you key them in If you make a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number Press Enter After you press Enter the KVM focus switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit Hotkey Mode 46 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Auto Scanning Auto Scan automatically switches among all the active KVM ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals allowing him to monitor their activity automatically See SCAN SKIP MODE page 35 Setting the Scan Interval The amount of time Auto Scan dwells on each port is set with the SCAN DURATION setting of the OSD F3 SET function see page 35 Invoking Auto Scan To start Auto Scanning key in the following Hotkey combination l 2 Invoke Hotkey Mode see page 45 Press A After you press A you automatically exit Hotkey Mode and enter Auto Scan Mode and Auto Scanning begins While you are in Auto Scan Mode You can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer by pressing P During the time that Auto Scanning is paused the Command Line displays Auto Scan Paused Pausing when you want to keep the focus on a particular computer is more convenient than Exiting Auto Scan Mode because when you Resume scanning you start from w
57. it finds that the device s version is higher than the upgrade version it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel If you didn t enable Check Firmware Version the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a higher level or not As the Upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar 62 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful O Firmware Upgrade Utility The Firmware upgrade was successful Click Finish to close the utility Device List gt Searching for devices gt Preparing firmware upgrade gt Firmware ae isnot newer than device KA 9570 001 002 Preparing firmware upgrade OK gt gt Upgrading device k ka 9570 001 002 ER Es 9570 001 002 OK Device Description lt vj Progress Help View Log Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility Note At the completion of the upgrade the KL1508 KL1516 restarts 63 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically four conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery When the unit s firmware becomes corrupted for some reason and you are unable to operate it When you invoke Adapter Up
58. ith the integrated LCD console No software required convenient computer selection via port selection switches Hotkeys and intuitive On Screen Display OSD menus OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes OSD tree structure makes finding and managing computers easy Quickly and conveniently switch to any computer with station and port selection switches LED displays indicate the station and port location Video settings of attached computers are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the LCD monitor Auto Scan feature for monitoring user selected computers Custom ASIC patent pending auto senses station s position on daisy chained installations no need for manual DIP switch setting Hot Pluggable add or remove switches computers without having to power down the switches Port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed Two level password security only authorized users view and control the computers up to four users plus an administrator with separate profiles for each KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Broadcast support commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation Standard 105 key keyboard Mac and Sun keyboard emulation Keyboard and mouse emulation computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere Dedicated keys to invoke Hotkey Mode and the OSD from the keyboard for quick access
59. lation Diagram page 18 as you do the following 1 Use a daisy chain cable set see Daisy Chain Cables page 5 to connect the Chain Out port of the parent unit to the Chain In port of the child unit First Station Out to Second Station In Second Station Out to Third Station In etc 2 Use KVM cable sets as described in the Cables section of the cascaded KVM switch s User Manual to connect any available KVM port on the Second Stage unit to the Keyboard Video and Mouse ports of the computer you are installing 3 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any additional switches you add to the chain 4 Power up the installation according to the following procedure a Power on the First Station KL1508 KL1516 Wait a few seconds for the unit to ascertain its Station ID b Power up each daisy chained Station on the installation in turn Second Station then Third Station etc Each station has a LED display on its front panel to indicate its Station ID the Station ID for the First Stage unit KL1508 KL1516 is 01 the ID for the Second Stage unit the first cascaded switch is 02 the ID for the Third Stage unit is 03 etc In each case wait for the Station ID to be ascertained and displayed on the Station ID LED before connecting the next Station c After all the Stations are up power on the computers KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Daisy Chain Installation Diagram KL1516 L
60. le Auto Scan Mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Auto Scan Mode in order to regain control of the console To exit Auto Scan Mode press the Spacebar or Esc 42 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F8 LOUT Clicking the F8 field or pressing F8 logs you out of the OSD and blanks the Console screen This is different from simply deactivating the OSD when you are at the Main Screen by pressing Esc With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD whereas with Esc all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD Hotkey Note 1 When you reenter the OSD after logging out the screen stays blank except for the OSD Main Menu You must input your password before you can continue 2 If you reenter the OSD after logging out and immediately use Esc to deactivate the OSD without having selected a port from the OSD menu a Null Port message displays on the screen The OSD Hotkey will bring up the Main OSD Screen 43 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 44 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard The KL1508 KL1516 provides the following Hotkey Port Control features Selecting the Active Port Auto Scanning Skip Mode Switching Note The hotkey function must be enabled to use hotkey oper
61. may install the Product on a hard disk or other storage device the Product on a file server for use on a network for the purposes of 1 permanent installation onto hard disks or other storage devices or ii use of the Product over such network and make backup copies of the Product RESTRICTIONS You agree not to modify adapt translate reverse engineer recompile disassemble or otherwise attempt to discover the source code of the Product or create derivative works based on the Product or remove any proprietary notices or labels on the Product Sans copyright trademark or patent pending notices You may not sublicense the Product or otherwise allow others to use the Product licensed to you E I gee C IDontAgree E Cancel Help About Back 2 Read and Agree to the License Agreement enable the I Agree radio button 56 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade 3 Click Next The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears The Utility inspects your installation All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel Continues on next page 57 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Continued from previous page 4 After you have made your selection s Click Next to perform the upgrade If you enabled Check Firmware Version the Utility compares the device s firmware level with that of the upgrade files If it finds that the device s vers
62. n Be sure to register your product at our online support center International http support aten com North America http www aten usa com product registration Telephone Support International 886 2 8692 6959 North America 1 888 999 ATEN User Notice All information documentation and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE
63. ntly logged in User are visible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 38 for details 30 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu and deactivate the OSD Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window or press Esc To Logout click F8 or the 7Z symbol at the top of the Main Screen or press F8 The OSD uses a tree view To see the ports for a particular station click the plus sign in front of the Station Number The Port Number list drops down To dismiss the list click the circle symbol o in front of the Station Number To move up or down through the list one line at a time Click the Up and Down Triangle symbols A W or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys If there are more list entries than there is room for on the Main Screen the screen will scroll To move up or down through the list one screen at a time Click the Up and Down Arrow symbols AN or use the Pg Up and Pg Dn keys If there are more list entries than there is room for on the Main Screen the screen will scroll To bring the KVM focus to a port double click it or move the Highlight Bar to it and then press Enter After executing any action you automatically go back to the menu one level above OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation SN PN This column lists the Port ID numbers Station Number Port Number for all the KVM Ports on the installation The simplest method to access a particul
64. oard and or mouse do not work after computer boots up For computers with PS 2 connectors if you are using 2L 520xP cables make sure that all the connectors Keyboard video and mouse are plugged into their ports on the computer before starting the computer Plugging the cables in after the computer has booted will not resolve the problem When emulate the Sun keyboard can t go into OK Mode Stop A To go into OK Mode use the following key sequence Press and release Ctrl 2 Press and hold T 3 Press and hold A 4 Release T and A together a There are ghost images on the external monitor The distance between the external console and the KL1508 KL1516 is too great The maximum VGA cable distance should not exceed 20m and in some cases may need to be shorter Replace the VGA cable with one of an appropriately short length I can t set the computers screen resolutions higher than 1280 x 1024 even though the KL1508 KL1516 supports 1600 x 1200 for remote computers When switch to one of the computers on my installation the LCD monitor screen goes blank All see is a black screen The maximum screen resolution of the KL1508 KL1516 s integrated LCD monitor is 1280 x 1024 In order to protect it from being damaged by resolutions that are beyond its display capability we recommend that the Screen resolutions of the connected computers be set to 1280 x 1024 or lo
65. oducts plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes 65 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or uninterruptible power supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power supplies observe the following guidelines Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel If the following conditions occur unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed Liquid has been spilled into the device The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service
66. p from the current port to the first port of the next station in the List Note When you Skip you only Skip to the previous or next available computer that is in the Scan Skip Mode selection see page 35 Ifa Port has been selected for Scan Skip Mode when the focus switches to that port a Left Right Triangle symbol appears before its Port ID Display to indicate so While Skip Mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Skip Mode in order to regain control of the console To exit Skip Mode press the Spacebar or Esc 40 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F6 BRC F6 is an Administrator only function When this function is in effect commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers on the installation This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers such as performing a system wide shutdown installing or upgrading software etc BRC works in conjunction with the F2 LIST function The LIST function see page 33 is used to broaden or narrow the focus of which Ports appear on the OSD Main Screen When you Broadcast a command it is to the Ports currently displayed on the OSD Main Screen While BRC Mode is in effect a Speaker symbol appears before the Port ID Display of the port that currently has the console focus While BRC Mode is in effect the mouse will not function normally You must exit BRC Mode in o
67. puters Note If you have shut down more than one Station power up the highest Station first and work your way down to the lowest one Port ID Numbering Each KVM Port on a KL1508 KL1516 installation is assigned a unique Port ID The Port ID is made up of two parts a Station Number and a Port Number The Station Number is a two digit number which reflects the switch s position in the daisy chain sequence Note 1 The first station KL1508 KL1516 has a Station Number of 01 The first daisy chained switch has a Station Number of 02 the next daisy chained switch has a Station Number of 03 etc 2 The daisy chained switches have front panel LEDs that display their Station IDs The Port Number is a two digit number which reflects the port on the Station that the computer is connected to The Station Number precedes the Port Number Station and Port numbers from 1 9 are padded with a preceding zero so they become 01 09 For example a computer attached to Port 6 of Station 12 would have a Port ID of 12 06 28 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The On Screen Display OSD is a menu driven method to handle control and switching operations All procedures start from the OSD Main Menu To invoke the OSD Main Menu tap the OSD key on the keyboard see Dedicated Invocation Keys page 79 or tap the Scroll Lock key twice Note You can optionally change the Hotkey to the Ctrl key in whi
68. rder to regain control of the mouse Toexit BRC Mode invoke the OSD with the OSD Hotkey then Click the F6 field or press F6 to turn BRC Mode off 41 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual F7 SCAN This function automatically switches among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching manually The selection of computers to be included for Auto Scanning is made with the Scan Skip Mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 35 The amount of time that each Port displays for is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3 SET function see page 35 As each computer is accessed an S appears in front of the Port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan Mode While you are in Auto Scan Mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a Left Click of the mouse To resume scanning press any key or left click again See Invoking Auto Scan page 47 for details To stop scanning and stay at a particular location press the Spacebar or Esc to exit Auto Scan Mode If the scanning stops on an empty port or one where the computer is attached but is powered Off the monitor screen will be blank and the mouse and keyboard will have no effect Simply wait after the Scan Duration time is up the Scan function will move on to the next port Whi
69. t in Optional kits including single person Easy Installation kits are available with a separate purchase See Optional Rack Mounting page 76 for details To rack mount the switch do the following 1 While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place the second person using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit loosely screws the front brackets to the rack Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 2 While the first person still holds the switch in place the second person slides the L brackets into the switch s side mounting brackets from the rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack then using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit screws the L brackets to the rack 3 After the L brackets have been secured tighten the front bracket screws Note 1 Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded 2 Allow atleast 5 1 cm on each side for proper ventilation and at least 12 7 cm at the back for the power cord and cable clearance 13 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Single Stage Installation In a Single Stage installation there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit To set up a single stage installation refer to the installation diagrams beginning onthe following page the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbers of the installation steps and do the following l 4 If you choose to install an external
70. ted Invocation Keys 79 Supported KVM Switches 000 cee eee eee 79 Troubleshooting Ki ka imeem kem res a P ee doe 80 General o Ix cw er ee V ea e e d 80 SUN Systems sione sete e RR RO RR n 81 Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 82 Limited Warranty 84 vii KL1508 KL1516 User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KL1508 KL1516 system It covers all aspects of installation configuration and operation An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below Overview Chapter 1 Introduction introduces you to the KL1508 KL1516 system Its purpose features and benefits are presented and its front and back panel components are described Chapter 2 Hardware Setup describes how to set up your installation The necessary steps from a basic single stage hookup to a complete 32 switch daisy chained operation are provided Chapter 3 Basic Operation explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the KL1508 KL1516 Chapter 4 OSD Operation provides a complete description of the KL1508 KL1516 s OSD On Screen Display and how to work with it Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation details all of the concepts and procedures involved in the Hotkey operation of your KL1508 KL1516 installation Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation provides tables that list the PC to Mac and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings
71. ters from the local console when the integrated console is closed simply connect an external KVM console with a monitor that supports 1600 x 1200 E 60 Hz to the KL1508 KL1516 s external console ports 1 From a remote computer log into the KL1508 KL1516 and access the computer whose screen resolution you wish to change 2 Open the computer s Control Panel and double click Display The Display Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the Settings tab and then click Advanced 4 In the dialog box that appears click the Monitor tab 5 Under Monitor settings click to clear the Hide modes that this monitor cannot display check box 6 Click Apply 7 Click the Adapter tab and then click List All Modes The List All Modes dialog box appears 8 Under List of valid modes select the display mode that you want the computer to use Note The maximum screen resolution and refresh rate that the KL1508 KL1516 supports for remote computers is 1600 x 1200060 Hz 9 Click OK and then click Apply The display mode changes to the one you selected 82 Appendix 10 If the Monitor Settings dialog box appears requesting you to confirm the settings change click Yes 11 After the Monitor Settings dialog box closes click OK 12 In the Display Properties dialog box click OK This completes the procedure Repeat these steps for any other computer whose screen resolution you wish to change 83 KL1508 KL
72. the computers affected by the change have to be manually redone continues on next page 38 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page F4 ADM continued Setting Function SET Specifies the operating platform of the computer attached to each port OPERATING For each port press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices PC SYSTEM Mac Sun and Other Repeat until all the ports have been set then press Esc The default is PC Note If you are installing a Sun or Mac computer before you run it for the first time you must set the correct operating system for the port it is connected to with this function otherwise it will not boot SET CAT 5 Lets you specify how long the Cat 5 cable between the port and the CABLE KVM adapter cable is Press Spacebar to cycle through the cable LENGTH length settings S Short for up to 25 m M Medium for between 20 and 40 m L Long for above 35 m An S M or L appears next to the port to indicate the choice SET Sets the keyboard language layout for the computers attached to each KEYBOARD port Press Spacebar to cycle through the choices English US LANGUAGE English UK French German Japanese Korean Traditional Chinese and Spanish The default is English US SET This setting selects which console s internal external are enabled CONSOLE MODE 0 Both consoles enabled 1 LCD Console only 2 External console only Use the spa
73. u can let go of the catch 2 Pull the top panel the rest of the way out until it clicks into place 3 Rotate the top panel all the way back to expose the LCD screen Note Refer to the warning regarding placing excessive weight on the keyboard module on the following page 21 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the keyboard module RIGHT Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work WRONG DO NOT lean your body weight on the keyboard module DO NOT place heavy objects on the keyboard module 22 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Closing the Console 1 Pull the release catches located on either side of the keyboard toward you to release the keyboard module then slide the module slightly in 2 Let go of the catches Using the front handle push the keyboard module all the way in 23 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual 3 Rotate the LCD module all the way down then pull the rear catches to release the LCD module DU BBE BEE E de 0 24 Chapter 3 Basic Operation LCD OSD Configuration The LCD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display Four buttons see LCD Controls page 9 are used to perform the configuration as d
74. umber of characters allowed for the Port Name is 12 Legal characters include All alpha characters A Z All numeric characters 0 9 and Space Case does not matter the OSD displays the Port Name in all capitals no matter how they were keyed in 3 When you have finished editing press Enter to have the change take effect To abort the change press Esc RESTORE This function is used to undo all changes and return the setup to the DEFAULT original factory default settings see OSD Factory Default Settings VALUES page 74 except for the Names settings that were assigned to the Ports which are saved CLEAR THE This function clears the port name list NAME LIST ACTIVATE Choices are Y for Yes or N for No When activated the beeper BEEPER sounds whenever a Port is changed when activating the Auto Scan function see F7 SCAN page 42 or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu The default is Y activated continues on next page 37 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual F4 ADM continued Setting Function SET QUICK This function lets the Administrator select which Ports to include as VIEW PORTS Quick View ports To select deselect a port as a Quick View Port use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press the Spacebar When a port has been selected as a Quick View Port an arrowhead displays in the QV column of the LIST on the Main Screen to
75. wer If you wish to set the screen resolutions of the connected computers to something higher than 1280 x 1024 see Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 page 82 The maximum screen resolution of the KL1508 KL1516 s integrated LCD monitor is 1280 x 1024 The Screen resolution of the problem computer is set to something that is too high for the KL1508 KL1516 s LCD monitor to display To resolve the problem connect an external KVM console with a monitor capable of displaying the problem computer s screen resolution to the KL1508 KL1516 s external console ports Use the external console to access the problem computer and reduce its resolution to 1280 x 1024 Note Although the LCD monitor only supports video resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 the KL1508 KL1516 itself can support video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 60 Hz If you wish to set the screen resolutions of the connected computers to something higher than 1280 x 1024 see Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 page 82 for details 80 Appendix Sun Systems Problem Solution Video display problems with HDB 15 interface systems e g Sun Blade 1000 servers The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 60Hz Under Text Mode 1 Go to OK mode and issue the following commands Setenv output device screen r1024x768x60 reset all Under XWindow 1 Open a console and issue the following command m64config res 1024
76. x768x60 2 Log out 3 Log in Video display problems with 13W3 interface systems e g Sun Ultra servers The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 60Hz Under Text Mode 1 Go to OK mode and issue the following commands setenv output device screen r1024x768x60 reset all Under XWindow 1 Open a console and issue the following command ffbconfig res 1024x768x60 2 Log out 3 Log in These solutions work for most common Sun VGA cards If these procedures fail to resolve the problem consult the manual for the Sun VGA card 81 KL1508 KL1516 User Manual Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 The maximum screen resolution of the KL1508 KL1516 s integrated LCD monitor is 1280 x 1024 In order to protect it from being damaged by resolutions that are beyond its display capability we recommend that the screen resolutions of the connected computers be set to 1280 x 1024 or lower If you wish to display screen resolutions higher than 1280 x 1024 you can follow the procedure described below to change the computers screen resolutions and safeguard the KL1508 KL1516 s LCD monitor Note We strongly recommend that you close the KL1508 KL1516 LCD console before continuing see Closing the Console page 23 Using the LCD monitor to view computers that are set to resolutions that exceed its maximum capability can damage it and shorten its life span To access compu
77. y exit HKM After completing a setting you automatically exit HKM Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Summary Table Num Lock Port ID Enter or Ctrl F12 Port ID Enter Switches access to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID Num Lock A or Ctrl F12 A Invokes Auto Scan Mode P When in Auto Scan Mode it pauses Auto Scanning Leftclick Any key Resumes Auto Scanning after pausing Esc Exits Auto Scan Mode Spacebar Num Lock Arrow or Num Lock Arrow Invokes Skip Mode and Switches computer access depending on which Arrow was pressed lt Skips from the current port to the first accessible port previous to it DI Skips from the current port to the next accessible port t Skips from the current port to the last accessible port of the previous Station M Skips from the current port to the first accessible port of the next Station Esc Exits Skip Mode Spacebar Num Lock H or Ctrl F12 H Num Lock T or Ctrl F12 T Changes the Hotkey Invocation keys from Num Lock to Ctrl F12 and vice versa Changes the OSD Hotkey from Scroll Lock Scroll Lock to Ctrl Ctrl and vice versa Num Lock F1 or Ctrl F12 F1 Sets the keyboard language layout of the port that has the KVM focus to Windows Num Lock E

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