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1. Country Accredited Agency Applicable Note Numbers Australia EANSW 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland SETI 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan JIS 3 Norway NEMKO 1 Sweden SEMKO 1 Switzerland SEV 1 United Kingdom BSI 1 United States UL 2 1 Flexible cord must be HAR Type HO5VV F 3 conductor 1 0 mm conductor size Power cord set fittings appliance coupler and wall plug must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used 2 Flexible cord must be Type SVT or equivalent No 18 AWG 3 conductor Wall plug must be a two pole grounding type with a NEMA 5 15P 15 A 125 V 3 Appliance coupler flexible cord and wall plug must bear a T mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law Flexible cord must be Type VCT or VCTF 3 conductor 1 0 mm conductor size Wall plug must be a two pole grounding type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 7A 125V configuration C 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Symbols and Numbers 2 x 8 Compaq legacy console switch 5 3 A accessing Broadcast dialog box 6 21 Commands menu 6 31 Devices dialog box 6 13 Diagnostics dialog box 6 36 Flag dialog box 6 18 Main dialog box 6 2 Menu dialog box 6 15 Names dialog box 6 10 Scan dialog box 6 23 Security dialog box 6 26 Setup menu 6 9 Version dialog box 6 41 activity indicator 1 4 2 3 adding se
2. HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 25 Local Port Operation Accessing the Security Dialog Box To access the Security dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup The Setup dialog box is displayed 3 Click Security The Security dialog box is displayed O Security Figure 6 12 Security dialog box 6 26 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Changing the Password To set or change the password l From the Security dialog box single click in the New field and press the Enter key if the OSD is not open or double click the New field Enter the new password in the New field then press the Enter key IMPORTANT A valid password must be alphanumeric and be 5 to 15 characters in length Permitted characters are case sensitive and can consist of A Z 0 9 spacebar and hyphen In the Repeat field reenter the password and press the Enter key Click OK to change the password Setting Password Protection To password protect your local console l From the Security dialog box set your password as described in the previous procedure Select Enable Screen Saver Enter the number of minutes for Time Delay from 1 to 99 to delay activation of password protection and the screen saver feature For Mode select Energy if your monitor is Energy Star compliant Otherwise select Screen CAUTION Monitor damage can result from the
3. Accessing Devices Dialog Box To access the Devices dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup Devices The Devices dialog box is displayed NOTE The Modify button is only available if a configurable switch is selected Figure 6 5 Devices dialog box When the IP Console Switch discovers a cascaded switch the port numbering changes to accommodate each server under that switch For example if the switch is connected to port 2 the switch port is listed as 02 and each server under it is numbered sequentially 02 01 02 02 and so on HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 13 Local Port Operation Assigning Device Types To assign a device type In the Devices dialog box select the Port number Click Modify The Device Modify dialog box is displayed Choose the number of ports supported by the cascaded console switch Click OK Repeat steps 2 through 4 for each port the user wants to assign a device type Ov oou ER op OY coe Click OK in the Devices dialog box to save settings NOTE Changes made in the Device Modify dialog box are not saved until you click OK in the Devices dialog box 65 Device Modify X Figure 6 6 Device Modify dialog box 6 14 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Changing the Display Behavior From the Menu dialog box the display order of servers switch connection mode and a
4. HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 11 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Updating the IP Console Switch through the IP Console Viewer 1 Select the IP Console Switch and click the Manage Console Switch icon The IP Console Viewer window is displayed TO HP IP CONSOLE VIEWER File Edit View Tools Window Help 90620 Console Switches Servers Sites Folders Console Switches All Console Switches Search Search Name e Se Department Location IP Cor e Swit P Console Switch New Manage c3 Properties Assign To Em Switch C EA Switch Figure 7 5 IP Console Viewer window 7 12 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 2 Select the Tools tab and click the Upgrade Console Switch Firmware icon 4 IP Console Switch 3x1x16 02 0F 6 Manage Console Switch Settings Status Tools A Reboot Console Switch a Upgrade Console Switch Firmware ES Upgrade interface Adapter Firmware fal Save Console Switch Configuration es ry Bin Restore Console Switch Configuration G ij Save Console Switch User Database in Restore Console Switch User Database Figure 7 6 Tools tab HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 13 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 3 Optional Enter in the IP address of the computer the update is located on in the TFTP Server IP Address field 4 Optional Enter in the complete path of the update file in the Firmware Filename
5. In Scan mode the console switch automatically scans port to port server to server You can select up to 16 servers from a list of all servers attached to your unit You can display the list by either server name or EID number by clicking the appropriate button Selecting the checkbox beside each server to be added to the scan list creates the scan list The creation of a scan list does not start Scan mode You must enable Scan mode through the Scan Enable checkbox on the Commands dialog box 6 22 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Accessing the Scan Dialog Box To access the Scan dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup Scan The Scan dialog box is displayed Figure 6 11 Scan dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 23 Local Port Operation Adding Servers to the Scan List To add servers to the Scan list l The Scan dialog box contains a list of all the servers attached to your unit Click the checkbox next to the servers you want to scan Or Double click a server name or port Or Press the Alt key plus the number of the server you want to scan You can select up to 16 servers In the Scan Time box enter the number of seconds from 3 to 99 before the scan moves to the next server in the sequence Click OK NOTE If the user removes a server from the Device Modify dialog box later the change can affect a custom
6. b To modify an entry s access rights select the appropriate checkbox in the GET or PUT columns c To modify an entry s pathname click Modify then enter the pathname of the desired directory or click Browse to select a directory d Click Exit then click Close Updating the IP Console Switch Before beginning the update procedure be sure that the Secure TFTP Server is installed and that the GET access permissions for the folder the updated file is in is selected Also be sure that the IP Console Switch is on the same network as the computer that is being used for the update Updating the IP Console Switch Hardware To update the IP Console Switch hardware 1 Connect one end of a serial cable to an available COM port on the server that is to be viewed locally from the IP Console Switch 2 Connect the other end of the above serial cable to the serial port on the IP Console Switch 3 Plug the supplied power cord in to the rear of the IP Console Switch and then in to a valid power source 4 Poweron the IP Console Switch The activity indicator on the rear panel powers on The activity indicator blinks for 30 seconds while performing a self test Approximately 10 seconds after it stops blinking press the Enter key to access the main menu HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 5 Configure the terminal emulation software for the server such as HyperTerminal for Windows operating systems
7. before to adding or discovering the console switch in the IP Console Viewer at the digital station To add server names 1 Launch the OSD at the local analog station and input all server names You can also customize the OSD as well as access the IP Console Switch from the analog station For detailed instructions on OSD setup and configuration refer to Chapter 6 in this guide 2 After you install the IP Console Viewer on each digital station launch the IP Console Viewer and click Add Console Switch to add the new IP Console Switch The server names you entered in the OSD now are displayed in the IP Console Viewer for all servers and Interface Adapters that are powered online The Interface Adapters that are offline can be added later using the Resync feature For more information refer to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide included with your console switch 2 20 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 3 Expansion Module An optional Expansion Module can be added to the IP Console Switch system enabling access for up to 8 servers on each port increasing the total number of accessible servers to 128 Features The features of the Expansion Module include Connection to an IP Console Switch through a single UTP CATS cable Connection to each Interface Adapter through a single UTP CATS cable Connections for eight Interface Adapters An active KVM connection between one IP Console Switch port and one Interface Adapter at
8. 15 Installing the IP Console Switch f Select Option F Hardware Flow Control Be sure that the Change which setting menu is configured as follows A Serial Device dev ttySO B Lockfile Location var lock C Callin Program D Callout Program E Bps Par Bits 9600 8N1 F Hardware Flow Control No G Software Flow Control No Press the Enter key to return to the Configuration menu Scroll down to the Save setup as dfl option and press the Enter key Scroll down the Configuration menu to the Exit from Minicom option and press the Enter key 2 16 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch i From the Linux Red Hat 7 2 and 7 3 command prompt enter Minicom As soon as a connection is established the Main menu for the IP Console Switch is displayed Follow the on screen options to configure the IP Console Switch The IPViewer HyperTerminal menu with six options is displayed HP IP Console Switch 3x1x16 Console Ready Press any key to continue H HP IP Console Switch 3x1x16 Console Copyright c 2000 2002 All Rights Reserved Network Configuration Firmware Management Enable Debug Messages Set Change Password Restore Factory Defaults Reset Appliance X plseley Diagnostic Report xi Figure 2 16 IPViewer HyperTerminal menu HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 17 Installing the IP Console Switch 6 Select Option 1 Network Configurat
9. Console Switch Hardware eene 7 6 Updating the IP Console Switch through the IP Console Viewer 7 12 Establishing LAN Connections raini niena eaae e enne nee nennen rennen nennen nenne 7 16 Uperading FLASH Firmwate 2t eee eee eet get e d ie aen N ersak 7 16 Analyzing FLASH Failures 2 tette Rd Re ae 7 18 Upgrading Interface Adapter Firmware eese eene nennen 7 19 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Series Number seen nennen A 1 Federal Communications Commission Notice eese rene A 1 Class A Equipment eisai n ii aen ce ee lind ca eet TEER A 2 Class B Equipment e ere to ered Leiden ee A 2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo United States Only sese A 3 Modifications eA oot RE IP o deii dotes A 3 Cable denn gan Mee fe ee a a Sito evn ieee A 4 Canadian Notice Avis Canadien esses eene enne ener eterne en A 4 Class A Equipment osc eee ee nee estates hon ted eee rete de dne nen elect hes A 4 Class B Bquipment iiee tetti ree e a IEEE eT CU E en eei Ese educ eds A 4 vi HP IP Console Switch User Guide Contents Mouse Compliance Statement eese ieesteesecet teen teet te estne REE Eea aaaea eia A 4 European Union Notice nine pt edet id ee esee esee te tent A 5 Japanese Notice ers eee E e ee Oe
10. This Guide This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric shock hazards Refer all servicing to qualified personnel WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards do not open this enclosure Refer all maintenance upgrades and servicing to qualified personnel This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards The area x contains no user or field serviceable parts Do not open for any reason WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards do not open this enclosure 6 This symbol on an RJ 45 receptacle indicates a network interface connection WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle This symbol indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component If this surface is touched the potential for injury exists WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component allow the surface to cool before touching E EN These symbols on power supplies or systems indicate that the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the system This symbol indicates that the component exceeds the recommended weight for one individual to handle safely Weight in kg WARNING
11. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the Weight in b equipment observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling x HP IP Console Switch User Guide About This Guide Rack Stability N WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment be sure that e The leveling jacks are extended to the floor e The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks e The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single rack installation e The racks are coupled together in multiple rack installations e Only one component is extended at a time A rack could become unstable if more than one component is extended for any reason Symbols in Text These symbols can be found in the text of this guide They have the following meanings WARNING Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life CAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information IMPORTANT Text set off in this manner presents essential information to explain a concept or complete a task NOTE Text set off in this manner presents additional information to emphasize or supplement important points of the main text HP IP Console Switch User Guide xi About This Guide Related Do
12. console switch port to which the server is connected HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 1 Local Port Operation Accessing the Main Dialog Box To access the Main dialog box Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed NOTE You can also press the Ctrl key twice within one second to launch the OSD You can use this key sequence in any place you see Print Scrn throughout this user guide Figure 6 1 Main dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Viewing the Status of your IP Console Switch System The status of the servers in your system is indicated in the right column of the Main dialog box Table 6 1 OSD Status Symbols Item Description green circle Interface Adapter is connected or powered on Interface Adapter is not connected or is powered off Interface Adapter is tiered to another console switch and is not connected or is powered off Interface Adapter is tiered to another console switch and is connected or powered on yellow circle Interface Adapter is being upgraded x 3 amp O 8 A symbol that identifies which console switch is being used HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 3 Local Port Operation Selecting Servers From the Main dialog box users can select specific servers When a new server is selected the IP Console Switch reconfigures the KVM to the settings for the selected server To
13. field for example C Download HP FLO109 fl NOTE For Linux operating systems a path name is not required however the firmware images should be saved in the TFTPBoot folder Upgrade Console Switch Firmware TFTP Server IP Address f 92 168 3 100 Firmware Filename CADownloadHPYFLO1 oa n Upgrade Close Help Figure 7 7 Upgrade Console Switch Firmware dialog box 7 14 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 5 Click Upgrade CAUTION Do not cycle power to the IP Console Switch during this process A loss of power might render the IP Console Switch inoperable and require that the unit be returned to the factory for repair Be patient the update can take as long as 10 minutes Upgrade Console Switch Firmware TFTP Server IP Address AN Firmware Filename C DownloadiHP FLO109 1 Upgrade status Programming subsystem flash WARNING Do NOT power off the Console Switch during this time Cmm om Figure 7 8 Upgrade Console Switch Firmware warning 6 After the upgrade completes click Close to reboot the IP Console Switch 7 After rebooting the message Firmware Upgrade has completed The Console Switch is ready is displayed HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 15 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Establishing LAN Connections To connect an IP Console Switch to a network NOTE Although 10Base T Ethernet can be used HP recommends a dedicated
14. however the firmware images should be saved in the TFTPBoot folder HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 17 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 12 13 14 15 Confirm the TFTP download by entering y or yes and pressing the Enter key The IP Console Switch verifies the download Enter y or yes to confirm the upgrade then press the Enter key The IP Console Switch begins the FLASH upgrade process On screen indicators display the upgrade process When the upload is complete the IP Console Switch resets and upgrades the internal subsystems This process takes a few minutes When the upgrade is complete the startup message from step 4 is displayed in the IP Viewer HyperTerminal dialog box CAUTION Do not cycle power to the IP Console Switch during this process A loss of power might render the IP Console Switch inoperable and require that the unit be returned to the factory for repair Be patient the update can take as long as 10 minutes Click X to exit the IPViewer Hyper Terminal window Analyzing FLASH Failures At times a FLASH update fails Unlike the IP Console Switch which returns a failure message when it encounters any problems a FLASH update failure gives no direct indications that a failure occurred When a failure occurs you must verify several aspects of the update Be sure that TFTP is configured properly TFTP is an unreliable transport mechanism A busy network can result in lost packets which wo
15. it closes the OSD and returns to the selected server In a message box it closes the pop up box and returns to the current dialog box Alt When used in combination with the other keys opens dialog boxes selects options and executes actions Alt X Closes the current dialog box and returns to the previous dialog box Alt 0 Selects the OK button and returns to the previous dialog box Enter Completes the console switch operation in the Main dialog box and exits the OSD Single Click Enter In a text box selects the text for editing and enables the left and right arrow keys to move the cursor Press the Enter key again to quit Edit mode continued HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Table 6 2 OSD Navigation Keys continued Keystroke Print Scrn Backspace Function Toggles back to the previous selection if no other keystrokes have been entered Print Scrn Alt 0 Immediately disengages user from a Server no server is selected Status Flag displays Free This only applies to the 0 on the keyboard not the keypad Print Scrn Pause Immediately activates the screen saver mode and prevents access to that particular console if it is password protected Up Down Arrows Moves the cursor from line to line Right Left Arrows Moves the cursor between columns When editing a text box these keys move the cursor within the colu
16. of the rack frame to mark the attachment points for the mounting rails and rear cage nuts 2 10 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 3 Install two cage nuts into the holes marked by the template at the rear of the rack Figure 2 10 Installing cage nuts 4 Loosely attach the wing nuts 1 and extend the adjustable rail mounting brackets to the desired length 2 Figure 2 11 Adjusting rails HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 11 Installing the IP Console Switch 5 Tighten the wing nuts slightly to stabilize the adjustable rails during installation 6 Insert an adjustable rail into the rack and hook the tabs into the appropriate holes at the rear of the rack aligning the screws holes at the front of the rack 7 Secure the rear of the adjustable rail using one screw for each cage nut previously installed o Ea c t c y D C E c EGE c mE c t3 o AEE e 2 12 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 8 Secure the front of the adjustable rail to the rack using two screws for each rail D D L L L ij D lt H D D D L EE QE c tp e pe eO t c Uu c ue xo ud e Figure 2 13 Securing the adjustable rail 9 Slide the console switch into the adjustable rails and secure it to the rear of the rack using one screw on each
17. or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help HP IP Console Switch User Guide Regulatory Compliance Notices Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation For questions regarding your product contact us by mail or telephone e Hewlett Packard Company P O Box 692000 Mail Stop 530113 Houston Texas 77269 2000 e 1 800 652 6672 For continuous quality improvement calls may be recorded or monitored For questions regarding this FCC declaration contact us by mail or telephone e Hewlett Packard Company P O Box 692000 Mail Stop 510101 Houston Texas 77269 2000 e 1 281 514 3333 To identify this product refer to the part series or model number found on the product Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlet
18. scan pattern Removing Servers from the Scan List To remove a server from the Scan list l In the Scan dialog box click the server to be removed or Double click a server name or port or Click Clear to remove all servers from the scan list Click OK 6 24 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Starting Scan Mode To start the Scan mode 1 Select Scan Enable in the Commands menu 2 Click X to close the Commands dialog box NOTE The scanning begins as soon as you click Scan Stopping Scan Mode To stop Scan mode If the OSD is open select a server or If the OSD is not open move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard Scan mode stops at the currently selected server Or Deselect Scan Enable in the Commands menu Any active connections on the local port are disconnected Setting Local Console Switch Security The OSD enables you to set security on the local port consoles You can establish a screen saver mode that engages after the console remains unused for a user definable time delay When engaged the console remains locked until any key is pressed or the mouse is moved You can then enter the password to log in Use the Security dialog box to lock your console with password protection set or change the password and enable the screen saver NOTE If a password has been previously set you must to enter the password before you can access the Security dialog box
19. select servers Double click server Name EID or Port number NOTE The EID is an electronic identification number found on the Interface Adapter cable label automatically assigned to the Interface Adapter Or If the display order of the server list is by port the Port button is selected enter the Port number and press the Enter key Or If the display order of the server list is by Name or EID number the Name or EID button is selected enter the first few letters of the Name of the server or the EID number to establish it as unique and then press the Enter key Selecting Previous Servers To select previous servers Press the Print Sern key then press the Backspace key This key combination toggles between the previous and current connection Disconnecting Users from a Server To disconnect from a server Press the Print Scrn key then press the Alt 0 keys This leaves no server selected and in a free state The status flag on the OSD displays Free 6 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Soft Switching Soft switching is the ability to switch servers using a hotkey sequence You can soft switch to a server by pressing the Print Scrn key and entering the first few characters of its name or number If you have set a Screen Delay Time and you press the key sequences before that time has elapsed the OSD does not display Configuring Servers for Soft Switching To configure servers fo
20. switched 100Base T network for improved performance Connect the network cable from the LAN port on the rear panel of the IP Console Switch to the network then power on all attached systems The current IP Console Switch system open network ports are 2068 8192 3211 and 161 Upgrading FLASH Firmware IMPORTANT The latest FLASH firmware can be found on the HP website at http h18004 www1 hp com products servers proliantstorage rack options kvm index console html To upgrade FLASH firmware to the IP Console Switch 1 Connect a terminal or a PC running terminal emulation software such as HyperTerminal to the configuration serial port on the back of the IP Console Switch The terminal should be set to 9600 baud 8 bits 1 stop bit no parity and no flow control 2 Connect the LAN port on the IP Console Switch either directly using a network cross over cable or by means of an Ethernet hub and standard CATS cable to the terminal or PC that is being used as the TFTP server 3 Start the server software and the terminal emulation software 4 Ifthe IP Console Switch is not powered on power it on now After approximately 40 seconds the IP Console Switch displays an HP IP Console Ready message 5 Press any key to continue or to access the IPViewer HyperTerminal dialog box The IPViewer HyperTerminal dialog box is displayed 7 16 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 6 Get the IP a
21. these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms the equivalent international standards are in parentheses EN55022 CISPR 22 Electromagnetic Interference N55024 IEC61000 4 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 Electromagnetic Immunity N61000 3 2 IEC61000 3 2 Power Line Harmonics N61000 3 3 IEC61000 3 3 Power Line Flicker N60950 IEC950 Product Safety E E E E HP IP Console Switch User Guide A 5 Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice CHEAT o CW BS EVC 7 BAW TOE LES Yos ME BHA PAV IOE HALO eS RS UAE VCCI 04i CRO 7 2 ABfSRIEO XE EUCH OREM FER CHATS SANE LCTWETA CORES IV ATOCTVEY a VZEL T EHn t RAMETI LEDET RRAHU CIE LW RY MWe LIC RAV VCCIEv 2Z 3jEV TW RV BAIL KORIC TIER PAV COAL TYRESE eS KES ERLE VCC oM ES lt 7 FAA SHE CT OA 2 AES CENT SL ER GEENSRISF CL EBHVESF LOHURCUOdEE ADDER BT ZELIBRANAZLEBSHVET BSMI Notice FERAE ibe ARO a VER Te EE Pea OBE Biase Tis TIBIA P RARE PSR ETUR o A 6 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can damage system boards or other static sensitive devices This type of damage can reduce the life expectancy of the device To prevent ele
22. time to delay display of the OSD after pressing the Print Scrn key can be changed The display order setting alters how servers display in several screens including the Main Devices and Broadcast dialog boxes Accessing the Menu Dialog Box To access the Menu dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup The Setup dialog box is displayed 3 Click Menu The Menu dialog box is displayed Figure 6 7 Menu dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 15 Local Port Operation Selecting the Display Order of Servers To choose the display order of servers l From the Menu dialog box select Name to display servers alphabetically by name Or Select EID to display servers numerically by Interface Adapter ID number OYr Select Port to display servers numerically by port number Click OK Setting Screen Delay Time Setting a time to delay the display of the OSD enables you to complete a soft switch without displaying the OSD To perform a soft switch see the Soft Switching section in this chapter To set the Screen Delay Time for the OSD l From the Menu dialog box enter the number of seconds 0 9 the OSD is delayed after pressing the Print Scrn key Entering 0 instantly displays the OSD with no delay Click OK 6 16 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Controlling the Status Flag The status flag is displayed on th
23. Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation 3 Enter the number of minutes for Inactivity Time 1 to 99 to delay activation of the screen saver 4 Select Energy if your monitor is Energy Star compliant Otherwise select Screen CAUTION Monitor damage can result from the use of energy mode with monitors not compliant with Energy Star 5 Optional Click Test to activate the screen saver test which lasts 10 seconds then returns you to the Security dialog box 6 Click OK NOTE After activation of the screen saver mode disconnects the user from a server no server is selected The status flag displays Free Exiting Screen Saver Mode To exit the screen saver mode press any key or move the mouse The Main dialog box is displayed Deactivating the Screen Saver To activating the screen saver 1 In the Security dialog box clear Enable Screen Saver 2 Click OK To immediately activate the screen saver press the Print Scrn key then press the Pause key This command only works when the user is connected to a server HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 29 Local Port Operation Managing Server Tasks Using the OSD You can manage the IP Console Switch system from the Commands menu with the OSD including engaging Scan and Broadcast modes managing user connections running diagnostics and updating your firmware Table 6 5 Commands to Manage Routine Task for your Servers Feature Broadcast Enabl
24. HP IP Console Switch User Guide O invent June 2003 Second Edition Part Number 263924 002 2003 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Energy Star is U S registered mark of the United States Environmental Protection Agency Hewlett Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein The information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP IP Console Switch User Guide June 2003 Second Edition Part Number 263924 002 Contents About This Guide Audience ASsumbptiotls ie et retine eH HR TUS RR ee ix Important Safety Information eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeneee nennen tenete nnne testen then tren nna ix Symbols on Equipment 152 eterne rtr ean ne ee e eee ee entes ix Rack Stability ence ne ee cte esee tee ete e etae tee reete Ree xi Symbols m Text nete dete bt dapi eet teet neces xi Related Documents ot HD ED asse ede shade aed Leelee xii Getting Help iier e t Re ier i CREE UR EH M E ERR LIRE verha xii Technical Suppott n red teet eter E eie xii HP Websites ret eR E
25. RTANT An Expansion Module is considered a level of cascading and therefore cannot be used in combination with a cascaded Compaq legacy console switch HP IP Console Switch User Guide 5 1 Cascade Console Switches Figure 5 1 Example of an IP Console Switch system with tiering Item Description 1 IP Console Switch 2 Interface Adapter 3 Video connector 4 Keyboard connector 5 Mouse connector 6 Compaq legacy console switch 5 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Cascade Console Switches Connecting Cascade Switches to the IP Console Switch System NOTE You cannot access any servers on a cascaded Compaq legacy console switch remotely from the IP Console Viewer unless the IP Console Switch is in Free Mode Free Mode can be achieved by pressing the Alt 0 keys from the Main menu If the IP Console Switch is not in Free Mode the following message is displayed server name is not available for viewing Reason Channel In Use By Local User To connect a cascade switch optional to the IP Console Switch system l Mount the console switch the rack Locate a UTP CATS cable to connect your console switch to the Interface Adapter for your console switch Attach one end of a UTP CAT5 cable to the RJ 45 connector on the Interface Adapter Connect the other end of the UTP CATS cable to the desired port on the rear panel of the console switch Attach the keyboard monitor and mouse connectors of the In
26. Service and click Properties The Secure TFTP Service window is displayed Windows 2000 or Windows XP a From the Start menu select Run b Atthe prompt enter egmt tpc in the Open field then click OK The Secure TFTP Service window is displayed Secure TF TP Service C Use Default Settings Secure TFTP Directories Figure 7 1 Secure TFTP Service window 7 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 2 Youcan use the default settings for the directory with the GET access or PUT access rights set as indicated in the following procedure To use the default settings select Use Default Settings then click Exit To customize settings select Customize Settings a To add directories click Add The Secure TFTP Directory dialog box is displayed b Enter the path name of the directory or click Browse select a directory and then click OK c Toenable GET access or PUT access to that directory select the GET Access or the PUT Access checkbox d Click OK The added directory is displayed in the list Secure TF TP Directory Secure TFTP Path CAD ownload HP Browse GET Access PUT Access Coes Figure 7 2 Secure TFTP Directory dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 5 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 3 Tochange an existing entry in the directory list select the directory name in the Path column a To delete the entry click Remove then click Exit
27. a time No external power required Ability to mount along the sides or along the rear of standard 19 inch internal mounting rails HP IP Console Switch User Guide 3 1 Expansion Module y BS hk IN Aes p Figure 3 1 Example of an IP Console Switch configuration with an Expansion Module Item Description 1 IP Console Switch Expansion Module Interface Adapter Video connector Keyboard connector O a R o ry Mouse connector 3 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Expansion Module Installing the Expansion Module Hardware Performing a Side Mount Installation To side mount an Expansion Module to the rack 1 Slide the tabs on the side mounting brackets into the rack frame eLTieWiceWieWe U 7 OO O OO O O0 O O0 O OO l pL eVLaesVLasVLaesVLas t Figure 3 2 Sliding the tabs into the rack HP IP Console Switch User Guide 3 3 Expansion Module 2 Secure the Expansion Module to the rack frame using one self tapping screw for the bottom side mounting bracket Figure 3 3 Inserting screw 3 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Expansion Module Performing a Rail Mount Installation To rail m
28. ch ships with rack mounting brackets for easy integration in to your rack Before installing the console switch and other components in the rack cabinet if not already installed stabilize the rack in a permanent location Install your equipment starting at the bottom of the rack cabinet then work to the top Avoid uneven loading or overloading of rack cabinets NOTE Prior to installing the IP Console Switch into the rack connect the console switch to a power source using the power cords provided and power on the unit A green activity indicator is displayed after a few seconds If the green activity indicator does not display be sure that the power is on that the power cord is connected and the power source is valid For more information refer to the troubleshooting chapter in this guide Three different rack mounting configurations are described in the sections below e Side mount OU Type A Square and round internal mounting rail holes Type B Square internal mounting rail holes e Rear rack mount e Standard 1U mount HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 3 Installing the IP Console Switch Using Side Mount OU Installation Type A To side mount the IP Console Switch 1 Attach the side mounting brackets to the console switch using two screws on each side Figure 2 1 Attaching the side mounting brackets 2 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 2 Slide the
29. ck Set Position to gain access to the Position Flag screen b Left click and hold the title bar and drag to the desired location c Right click to return to the Flag dialog box LO 2 1X Set Position Figure 6 9 Position flag screen NOTE Changes made to the position flag are not saved until you click OK in the Flag dialog box 6 Click OK to save settings OYr Click X to exit without saving settings HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 19 Local Port Operation Broadcasting to Servers Analog users can simultaneously control more than one server in a system to be sure that all selected servers receive identical input For each server receiving the broadcast you can choose to broadcast keystrokes and or mouse movements independently NOTE You can broadcast to only one server per Expansion Module connection Broadcasting Keystrokes The keyboard statistics must be identical for all servers receiving a broadcast to interpret keystrokes identically Specifically the Caps Lock and Num Lock modes must be the same on all keyboards While the switch attempts to send keystrokes to the selected servers simultaneously some servers can inhibit and thereby delay the transmission Broadcasting Mouse Movements For the mouse to work accurately all systems must have identical mouse drivers desktops such as identically placed icons and video resolutions In addition the mouse must be in exactly the same place on all scree
30. console switch NOTE To ensure optimum mouse performance refer to the Setting the Mouse Scaling and Aligning and Resetting the Mouse sections in the HP P Console Switch Software Guide included on the Rack Products Documentation CD For Windows operating systems default drivers 1 From the desktop select Start Settings Control Panel and double click the Mouse icon 2 Select the Motion tab 3 For Windows NT set Pointer Speed to Slow and the Acceleration setting to None Or For Windows 2000 set the Speed setting to 50 default and the Acceleration setting to None Or For Windows XP set the set the Speed setting to 5096 default and the Acceleration setting the 6 position from the far left For Linux operating systems 1 From the GNOME desktop click main menu 2 From the main menu task list select Programs Settings Peripherals 3 From the Peripherals task list select Mouse The Mouse Configuration window is displayed In this window you can set the mouse to be either right handed or left handed and adjust the mouse motion by changing the threshold and adjusting the acceleration to the 4 position from the far left HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 19 Installing the IP Console Switch Adding Servers Although you configure the entire IP Console Switch system through either the OSD or the IP Console Viewer HP recommends first adding server names to the OSD at the local analog station
31. ctrostatic damage when setting up the system or handling parts e Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static safe containers e Keep electrostatic sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static free workstations e Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers e Avoid touching pins leads or circuitry e Always be properly grounded when touching a static sensitive component or assembly HP IP Console Switch User Guide B 1 Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods To Prevent Electrostatic Damage There are several methods for grounding Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic sensitive parts e Usea wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm 10 percent resistance in the ground cords To provide proper ground wear the strap snug against the skin e Use heel straps toe straps or boot straps at standing workstations Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats e Use conductive field service tools e Use a portable field service kit with a folding static dissipating work mat If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding have a HP authorized reseller install the part For more information on static electricity or assistance with product i
32. cuments For additional information on the topics covered in this guide refer to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide Getting Help If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide you can get further information and other help in the following locations Technical Support In North America call the HP Technical Support Phone Center at 1 800 652 6672 This service is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week For continuous quality improvement calls may be recorded or monitored Outside North America call the nearest HP Technical Support Phone Center Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the HP website www hp com Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP Technical support registration number if applicable Product serial number Product model name and number Applicable error messages Add on boards or hardware Third party hardware or software Operating system type and revision level xii HP IP Console Switch User Guide About This Guide HP Website The HP website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash ROM images You can access the HP website at www hp com For product specific information refer to the following website http h18004 www1 hp com products servers proliantstorage rack options kvm index console html Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest authorized resell
33. ddress of the TFTP server by extracting it from the operating system tools might be operating system dependent a Right click Network Neighborhood b Select Properties c Select the Protocols tab d Select TCP IP protocol e Select Properties f Note the IP address 7 Assign the IP address in the IP Console Switch if needed a Inthe IPViewer HyperTerminal dialog box enter 1 to select Network Configuration b Note the IP Console Switches IP address The first three numbers must be the same as in the servers IP address from step 6 The last number must be different If the IP Console Switches IP address is not correct change it as follows Enter 3 to select IP address and then enter the correct IP address and press the Enter key c Enter 0 to exit the Network Configuration menu If the user changed the IP address wait for the directions in the window d Change the IP Console Switch IP address in the TFTP server software to match if there was a change 8 From the IPViewer HyperTerminal dialog box enter 2 to select Firmware Management menu The current version the firmware is displayed in the Firmware Management menu 9 From the Firmware Management menu enter 1 to select FLASH Download 10 Enter the IP address of the TFTP server 11 Enter the path and name of the FLASH file for example HP IP Console Firmware version X X X and press the Enter key NOTE For Linux operating systems a path name is not required
34. e Purpose Begin broadcasting to your servers Configure a server list for broadcasting under the Setup dialog box Scan Enable Begin scanning your servers Set up a list for scanning in the Setup dialog box User Status View and disconnect users Run Diagnostics Validate the integrity of your system including memory firmware cyclic redundant checks CRC comm interfaces switch controller local and remote video and Interface Adapters Interface Adapter Status Simultaneously upgrade multiple Interface Adapters Reset PS 2 Reestablish operation of PS 2 keyboard and mouse Display Versions View version information for the console switch as well as view and upgrade firmware for individual Interface Adapters 6 30 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Accessing the Commands Menu To access the Commands menu 1 Press the Print Screen key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands The Commands dialog box is displayed GD Commands IXI Figure 6 13 Commands dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 31 Local Port Operation Viewing and Disconnecting User Connections You can view and disconnect remote network users through the User Status dialog box The user name U is always displayed However either the server name or Interface Adapter ID number to which the user is connected can also be di
35. e ERR e DE e 6 28 Removing Password Protection eese nenne 6 28 Enabling Screen Saver Mode without Password Protection sss 6 28 Exiting Screen Saver Mode eee eee estne treten EE tete 6 29 Deactivating the Screen Saver essssseseeeeeeeeeee nennen nennen 6 29 Managing Server Tasks Using the OSD sseseeeeeneen nennen 6 30 Accessing the Commands Menu sseeeeeeeeeeeeren eren nen eene nenne 6 31 Viewing and Disconnecting User Connections 6 32 Viewing Current User Connections eese nennen enne 6 32 Disconnecting a User 4 eee ne eet e HR e IRR TENE pe sees ee 6 33 HP IP Console Switch User Guide V Contents Running System Diagnostics niia orenian ea E t E AEE aa EEEE r 6 35 Running Diagnostics Test eerte ete eet tpe de E R ai 6 35 Resetting the PS 2 MOUSe iere tet ette eb eene epe eee Seeds cepe eee uen ses 6 40 Displaying Version Information eese ener rennen nennen neret 6 41 Chapter 7 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Enabling TFTP for Windows NT sees eene nennen 7 1 Enabling TFTP for Windows 2000 and Windows XP sese 7 2 Enabling TETP for Linux a i oe entrer ent Men E 7 3 Verifying TETP for EMUR aient e ire ope eene ort Coe EEan 7 3 Configuring TETP for Windows iiec metere eee EC a T Ee aia 7 4 Updating the IP Console Switch eene 7 6 Updating the IP
36. e IP Console Switch firmware Enabling TFTP for Windows NT To enable TFTP for Windows NT Unzip NT TFTP3 3 ZIP into an empty directory From the Start menu select Settings Control Panel Double click Network Click Services and then click Add Click Have Disk In the Insert Disk box enter the path where the extracted files are On the Select OEM Option page click OK When the product name is displayed in the Services list click Close SOS 099 lo ON UN x Ue up Click Yes to restart HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 1 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Enabling TFTP for Windows 2000 and Windows XP To enable TFTP for Windows 2000 and Windows XP Unzip W2K TFTP3 3 ZIP into an empty directory From the Start menu select Settings Control Panel Double click Add Remove Programs Aw Ny Click Add New Programs CD or Floppy Follow the on screen instructions in the Install Program From Floppy Disk or CD ROM Wizard 5 In the Open box on the Run Installation Program page enter the path to the location of the extracted files 6 From the EqmTFTPS Setup page click Install 7 Click Finish 8 From the Add Remove Program page click Close 7 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Enabling TFTP for Linux For most systems using RPM packages TFTP is provided by the TFTP server RPM RPM IVH Redhat RPMS Depending on the type of distribution the Internet services dae
37. e RENE OR LEEREN TR ER ERE P rues gts xiii Authorized Resellet 5 oie editt te eo etre e eate esee ELO ra e uda xiii R ader s Commlients 55 0 tee HAS UR Ue terre ie ee RSEN SR xiii Chapter 1 Overview INC inucieE E 1 2 Benefits rette d ute Ande t A ertt ace cee Wie Rid oe e Lr ce a 1 3 IP Console Switch Components eese ener nne 1 4 Chapter 2 Installing the IP Console Switch Installation Checklist 2t tet e ae 2 2 Suec 2 2 Required 00 2 as ee ED e a eene stp estet dee ee 2 2 Optional tems 3 23 re e heed tin eee eee eee 2 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide iii Contents setting up Y our Network on n opi ed e e eie dts 2 3 Rack Mounting the IP Console Switch eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenee eene 2 3 Using Side Mount OU Installation eese nennen 2 4 Using Rear Rack Installation priini ee eer ete e 2 8 Using Standard 1U Installation esee 2 10 Configuring the IP Console Switch Hardware eene 2 14 Adjusting the Mouse Acceleration seen enne nre 2 19 Adding Seryers zn cee Goce EP Meteo eee etre EAR e Eoo 2 20 Chapter 3 Expansion Module hhrii RM E E 3 1 Installing the Expansion Module Hardware eene 3 3 Installing the Expansion Module into the IP Console Switch System 3 8 Chapter 4 Interface Adapters Le3t tes do eene ct Seite fo se tedio
38. e desktop and shows the Name or EID number of the selected server or the status of a particular port Use the Flag dialog box to change the flag display by server Name or EID number or to change the flag color opacity display time and location on the desktop Table 6 4 OSD Status Flags Flag Description Flag type by Name Flag type by EID number 520255 73F344 Flag indicating that the user has Free been disconnected from all systems Flag indicating that the broadcast is Free 3 activated Control used to set flag position O Set Position HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 17 Local Port Operation Accessing the Flag Dialog Box To access the Flag dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup The Setup dialog box is displayed 3 Click Flag The Flag dialog box is displayed Figure 6 8 Flag dialog box 6 18 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Displaying the Status Flag To determine how the status flag is displayed 1 Select Name or EID to determine what information is displayed 2 Select Displayed to show the flag constantly or select Timed to display the flag for only five seconds after soft switching 3 Select a flag color in Display Color 4 Inthe Display Mode select Opaque for a solid color flag or select Transparent to see the desktop through the flag 5 Position the status flag on the desktop a Cli
39. e installation 3 3 heel straps using B 2 help resources 6 6 HP IP Console Switch See IP Console Switch HP website xiii HyperTerminal 2 15 7 7 indicators activity 1 4 OSD switch 6 3 installation cascade switches 5 3 Expansion Module 3 3 Interface Adapter 4 3 switch 2 14 Interface Adapter configuration 1 5 4 2 connecting to switch 4 3 features 4 1 upgrading firmware 7 19 IP Console Switch cascading legacy switches into 5 1 component locations 1 4 Expansion Module 3 1 features 1 1 hardware configuration 1 5 installation 2 14 Interface Adapter 4 1 LAN connection 7 16 OSD operations 6 1 rack mounting 2 3 serial connection 7 6 upgrading firmware 7 1 IP Console Viewer 2 1 Index 2 HP IP Console Switch User guide Index K Keep Alive function 4 1 keyboard broadcasting keystrokes 6 20 connector location 1 4 1 5 resetting 6 40 kit contents 2 2 L LAN local area network connecting to 7 16 connector location 1 4 legacy console switches incorporating 5 1 Linux operating system 2 15 7 3 7 8 local console switch security 6 25 local port operation 6 1 logon procedure 6 28 M managing server tasks 6 30 Minicom utility 2 15 7 8 monitor connector 1 4 mouse adjusting the acceleration 2 19 broadcasting movements 6 20 connector location 1 4 1 5 mouse compliance statement A 4 N network connecting to LAN 7 16 hardware configuration 1 5 setting up 2 3 O optional items 2 2 OSD on scre
40. e into the IP Console Switch system l Mount the Expansion Module into the rack using one of the previously described methods Locate up to nine UTP CATS cables Connect one end of a UTP CATS cable to the desired port on the rear panel of the IP Console Switch Attach the other end of the UTP CATS cable to the IN port on the Expansion Module Connect one end of another UTP CATS cable to the OUT port on the Expansion Module Attach the other end of the second UTP CATS cable to the Interface Adapter Repeat steps 5 through 6 to connect any other servers 3 8 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 4 Interface Adapters An optional Interface Adapter can be added to the IP Console Switch system connecting UTP CATS cables to standard VGA video and PS 2 connections Features The features of an Interface Adapter include Connection to an IP Console Switch through a single UTP CATS cable Reduction of cable bulk No external power required Compatible with Compaq legacy console switches Keep Alive functionality enabling continuous mouse and keyboard data activity to attached servers even when the IP Console Switch is powered off Ability to identify Interface Adapter ID or EID from local or remote access HP IP Console Switch User Guide 4 1 Interface Adapters Figure 4 1 IP Console Switch configuration with an Interface Adapter Item Description 1 IP Console Switc
41. en display P broadcasting to servers 6 20 changing 6 15 configuring 6 8 device type assignment 6 12 navigation keys 6 6 remote users 6 32 scan patterns 6 22 server name assignment 6 10 status flag control 6 17 version information 6 41 viewing selecting ports servers 6 1 password protection 6 27 passwords 6 27 ports operation of local 6 1 server connection 1 4 viewing selecting 6 1 power components locations 1 4 power cord set agency approval C 1 applicance coupler specifications C 1 cable length C 1 cable specifications C 2 country specific requirements C 2 current capacity C 1 obtaining additional information C 1 requirements C 1 voltage rating C 1 wall plug specifications C 2 PS 2 resetting 6 40 HP IP Console Switch User guide Index 3 Index R rack Expansion Module installation 3 3 rear rack installation 2 8 side mounting switch 2 4 standard 1U installation 2 10 rail mount installation 3 5 rear rack installation 2 8 Red Hat Linux 2 15 7 8 regulatory compliance notices BSMI A 6 cables A 4 Canadian A 4 Class A equipment A 2 Class B equipment A 2 device modifications A 3 European Union A 5 Japanese A 6 mouse compliance statement A 4 remote users 6 32 removing password protection 6 28 required components 2 2 resetting PS 2 6 40 resolution 1 1 Run Diagnostics command 6 35 running system diagnostics 6 35 S Scan mode 6 25 scan patterns setting 6 22 screen delay time s
42. er e Inthe United States call 1 800 345 1518 e In Canada call 1 800 263 5868 e Elsewhere see the HP website for locations and telephone numbers Reader s Comments HP welcomes your comments on this guide Please send your comments and suggestions by email to ServerDocumentation hp com HP IP Console Switch User Guide Xiii 1 Overview The HP IP Console Switch combines analog and digital technology to provide flexible centralized keyboard video and mouse KVM control of data center servers This solution provides enterprise customers with a significant reduction in cable volume secure remote access and high performance server KVM access Each unit has 16 server ports with RJ 45 connections and provides optimal digital video performance with a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz up to 15 24 meters 50 feet and a maximum resolution of 800 x 640 at 60 Hz up to 30 48 meters 100 feet The IP Console Switch works over standard LAN connections providing access across a 100Base T Ethernet connection for one or up to three simultaneous IP users depending on the model and for one user directly through a local port The IP Console Switch uses Ethernet networking infrastructure and TCP IP protocol to transmit KVM information between operators and connected computers Although 10Base T Ethernet can be used HP recommends a dedicated switched 100Base T network for improved performance HP IP Console Switch Us
43. er Guide 1 1 Overview Features The features of the IP Console Switch include e Both local and IP KVM functionality e Support for up to 128 servers e Firmware flashable over serial port and NIC e Compatibility with HP video monitors and hotkeys on all HP keyboards including the HP TFT5600RKM e Field terminable CATS cables e Near real time mouse cursor speed e Multiple language support through programmable ROM SoftPaq English Spanish French Dutch German Italian and Japanese e Support for 10 100 NIC ports e Application clients that manage 25 IP Console Switches with 512 target devices e IU form with the ability to mount in a OU side mount configuration as well as behind HP rack mount keyboards 1 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Overview Benefits The benefits of the IP Console Switch include e Significant reduction of KVM cable volume by using an Interface Adapter and single unshielded twisted pair UTP CATS5 cabling e Facilitation of KVM access in higher server density environments because of an increase in the number of ports available e KVM access through network connection No special software or drivers are required on the attached computers including the host Users access the unit and all attached systems through Ethernet from a user running the IP Console Viewer User can be located anywhere a valid network connection exists e Integration with existing HP and C
44. etting 6 16 Screen Saver mode 6 28 security local console switch 6 25 selecting servers 6 4 serial connection establishing 7 6 serial connector 1 4 series number A 1 servers adding 2 20 assigning names 6 10 broadcasting to 6 20 changing display order 6 16 connection ports 1 4 managing tasks 6 30 managing tasks for 6 8 scan list 6 24 selecting 6 4 viewing selecting 6 1 setting up network 2 3 Setup menu 6 8 side mount installation Expansion Module 3 3 switch 2 4 soft switching 6 5 standard 1U installation 2 10 status flags controlling 6 17 symbols in text xi system diagnostics 6 35 T technical support xii telephone numbers xii xiii TFTP enabling 7 1 server requirement 7 1 tiering console switches 5 2 tools required installation 2 2 U upgrading firmware 7 1 user connections viewing current 6 32 UTP CATS cable 3 1 Index 4 HP IP Console Switch User guide Index V WwW Velcro mount installation 3 7 wall plug specifications C 2 version information 6 41 websites HP xiii video connector 1 5 HP IP Console Switch User guide Index 5
45. formation When requesting compliance information for this product always refer to this series number The series number is not the marketing name or model number of the product Federal Communications Commission Notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency RF emission limits to provide an interference free radio frequency spectrum Many electronic devices including computers generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are therefore covered by these rules These rules place computers and related peripheral devices into two classes A and B depending upon their intended installation Class A devices are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a business or commercial environment Class B devices are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a residential environment for example personal computers The FCC requires devices in both classes to bear a label indicating the interference potential of the device as well as additional operating instructions for the user HP IP Console Switch User Guide A 1 Regulatory Compliance Notices The FCC rating label on the device shows the classification A or B of the equipment Class B devices have an FCC logo or FCC ID on the label Class A devices do not have an FCC logo or FCC ID on the label After the Class of the device is determined refer to the corresponding statement i
46. h 2 Interface Adapter 3 Video connector 4 Keyboard connector 5 Mouse connector 4 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Interface Adapters Connecting an Interface Adapter to the IP Console Switch System To connect an Interface Adapter to each server l 2 Locate the Interface Adapter Attach the appropriate color coded connectors on the Interface Adapter to the KVM ports on the server that connects to the IP Console Switch Connect one end of a UTP CATS cable to the desired port on the rear panel of the IP Console Switch Connect the other end of the UTP CATS cable to the RJ 45 connector on the Interface Adapter Repeat the steps 1 through 4 for all servers HP IP Console Switch User Guide 4 3 5 Cascade Console Switches The IP Console Switch enables Compaq legacy console switches to be cascaded in the IP Console Switch system Compatible models include e 1x 4 PN 400336 001 291 B31 e 1x 8 PN 400337 001 291 B 31 e 2x 8 PN 400338 001 291 B 31 e 2x848VDC PN 400542 B21 IMPORTANT All Compaq legacy console switches must be upgraded with SoftPaq firmware version 2 1 0 or later If you do not upgrade the legacy console switches the IP Console Switch system will not recognize them The IP Console Switch system supports only one level of cascading To be sure that the equipment performs at optimum levels follow proper power on sequences while cascading console switches IMPO
47. ion The Network Configuration menu is displayed 5 Restore Factory Defaults 6 Reset Appliance 7 Display Diagnostic Report B Exit Enter selection gt 1 HAC Address 00 08 86 02 0F 66 Network Speed Static Bootp i IP Address 1 I Netmask l Default Gateway Exit Apply changes Enter selection 5 Connected 0 10 01 Figure 2 17 Network Configuration menu 7 Select Option 1 to set the network speed When possible set the connection manually without relying on the auto negotiate feature After you enter your selection you return to the Network Configuration menu Select Option 2 to specify a static or BootP IP address Use a static IP address for ease of configuration If you are using a BootP address configure your BootP server to provide an IP address to the console switch omit step 9 and continue to the next procedure Select Option 3 through 5 from the Terminal Applications menu to finish configuring the console switch for an IP address Netmask and Default Gateway When this configuration is complete enter 0 to return to the IPViewer HyperTerminal menu 2 18 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch Adjusting the Mouse Acceleration Before a server can connect to the IP Console Switch an adjustment to the mouse acceleration must be made Use the default Microsoft Windows PS 2 mouse driver for all attached Microsoft Windows systems attached to the
48. is function is for Microsoft Windows based computers only Resetting the PS 2 on a computer running any other operating system might require that you reboot that computer To reset the PS 2 mouse values Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands The Commands dialog box is displayed 3 Click Reset PS 2 A warning is displayed Reset PS 2 Figure 6 19 Reset PS 2 warning 4 Click OK A message disappears indicating that the mouse has been reset 5 Click X or press the Esc key to exit without sending a reset command to the PS 2 mouse 6 40 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Displaying Version Information The Version dialog box enables you to view IP Console Viewer versions as well as keyboard and mouse information for the currently selected server For optimum performance keep your firmware current NOTE Provide the application version number Figure 6 20 when communicating with HP customer service centers To display version information 1 Click Version in the Commands dialog box The Version dialog box is displayed The top half of the box lists the subsystem versions in the IP Console Switch 7 Uersion Figure 6 20 Version dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 41 Local Port Operation 2 Click Digital to view the IP Console Viewer versions The Digital Version dialog box is displayed The top section identifies the digitize
49. ley Diagnostic Report xi Enter selection gt Figure 7 3 IPViewer HyperTerminal menu HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 9 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 6 Select Option 2 Firmware Management The Firmware Management menu is displayed 9 Exit Enter selection gt 2 H HP IP Console Switch 3x1x16 Console Copyright c 2000 2002 All Rights Reserved IP Console Switch 3x1x16 version 1 Flash Download 8 Exit Enter selection gt 1 Currently installed version IP Console Switch 3x1x16 02 00 05 Enter IP address of IFIP server gt 192 168 3 100 Enter filename to download gt C Download HP FLO109 f 1 Figure 7 4 Firmware Management menu 7 10 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 7 Select Option 1 Flash Download 8 Enter the IP address of the TFTP server that has the updated file and the exact path of the updated file for example C Download HP FL0109 fl 9 Enter Y at the prompt to download the upgrade file from the given IP address The IP Console Switch begins upgrading CAUTION Do not cycle power to the IP Console Switch during this process A loss of power might render the IP Console Switch inoperable and require that the unit be returned to the factory for repair Be patient the update can take as long as 10 minutes 10 When the upgrading process is complete The IP Console Switch reboots The IP Console Switch is ready is displayed
50. mn Page Up Page Down Pages up and down through Name and Port lists Home End Moves the cursor to the top or bottom of a list Backspace Erases characters in a text box Delete Deletes current selection in the Scan dialog box or characters in a text box Shift Delete Deletes from current selection to all lines below it when editing a scan list Numbers Entered from the keyboard or keypad Caps Lock Disables user Use the Shift key to change case HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Configuring the OSD Setup Menu You can configure the IP Console Switch from the Setup menu within the OSD Select the Names button when initially setting up your console switch to identify servers by unique names Select the other setup features to manage routine tasks for your servers from the OSD menu Table 6 3 Features to Manage Routine Tasks for Servers Button Menu Function Changes the server listing between numerically by Port or EID number and alphabetically by name Changes the Delay Time before the Main dialog box displays after pressing the Print Scrn key Flag Changes the display timing color and location of the status flag Broadcast Simultaneously controls multiple servers through keyboard and mouse actions Scan Sets up custom scan patterns for up to 16 servers Security Sets password to restrict server access and e
51. mon is provided by xinetd NOTE By default TFTP executes in secure mode and only provides readable files under the tftpboot directory Other directories can be specified through the etc xinetd d tftp files In secure mode TFTP expects the file to be relative to the tftpboot directory To enable TFTP for Linux operating systems l In the GNOME viewer go to the main menu and select Programs System Service Configuration In the Service Configuration menu verify that the xinetd checkbox is selected to start at boot Or If the checkbox is not selected select the box and click Save Find TFTP in the list of services and highlight it Select the checkbox to start TFTP at boot then click Save Verifying TFTP for Linux To verify that TFTP TFTPD was properly enabled for Linux operating systems l 2 3 Enter the TFTP localhost or name of local system Download the file by entering the following command etc tftpboot filename Enter Quit If the TFTP was configured correctly the preceding steps should transfer the file to the current directory HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 3 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Configuring TFTP for Windows To configure TFTP for Windows operating systems 1 Access the Secure TFTP Service page Windows NT 4 0 a From the Start menu select Settings Control Panel b Double click Network c Click Services d From the Network Services list select Secure TFTP
52. mware CRC Validates the current firmware images stored in the system s FLASH by comparing a CRC value on each image and comparing those results to the expected values Comm Interfaces Verifies the intra board communication subsystems are accessible and functional by querying the communications controller and performing basic register level tests continued HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 37 Local Port Operation Figure 6 17 Diagnostics dialog box continued Test Switch Controller Description Verifies the switch matrix controller is accessible and functional by querying the switch matrix controller and performing basic register level tests Local and Remote User Video Verifies that all the video channel subsystems are accessible functional and performing basic register level tests LAN Connection Verifies the LAN connection is accessible and functional by verifying the link controller is responsive and monitoring the network traffic e Ifthe link controller is responsive the test passed indictor is displayed e Ifthe link controller is non responsive the test failed indictor is displayed e Ifthe link controller is functional but no network traffic has been received an indictor is displayed Online IAs Indicates the total number of currently connected and powered Interface Adapters Offline IAs Indicates the number of Interface Adapters that have bee
53. n connected successfully in the past and are apparently powered down Suspect IAs Indicates the number of Interface Adapters that have been detected but are either unavailable for connection or have dropped packets during the ping tests 6 38 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation 6 As each test is finished a pass or fail symbol is displayed A passed test is indicated with a green circle a failed test is indicated by a red X and the LAN connection has a third indicator which indicates that the LAN connection is functional but no network traffic has been received The test is complete when the last test s symbol displays 7 Optional If you have any offline Interface Adapters you can click the Clear button to remove them from the list 8 Optional If you have any suspect Interface Adapters you can click the Display button The Suspect Interface Adapter dialog box is displayed Suspect IAs IXI Figure 6 18 Suspect IAs dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 39 Local Port Operation Resetting the PS 2 Mouse If your PS 2 mouse locks up you can re establish operation of these peripherals by issuing a reset command The reset command sends a key sequence to the server which causes the mouse settings to be sent to the console switch With communication reestablished between the server and the console switch functionality is restored to the user NOTE Th
54. n the following sections Class A Equipment 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 instructions 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 personal expense Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
55. n tt ten ten toes aoe te A 6 BSMI NOCE ae een itecto hen eee Gen ee o cos A 6 Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage eese nenne nennen B 1 Grounding Methods To Prevent Electrostatic Damage B 2 Appendix C Power Cord Set Requirements General Requirements ette etes federe C 1 Country Specific Requirements eese ener enrenerennrennrennenenrennen C 2 Index HP IP Console Switch User Guide vii About This Guide This guide provides step by step instructions for installation and reference information for operation troubleshooting and upgrades for the HP IP Console Switch Audience Assumptions This guide is for the person who installs administers and troubleshoots IP Console Switches HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels A Important Safety Information Before installing this product read the Important Safety Information document included with this product Symbols on Equipment The following symbols may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions WARNING This symbol in conjunction with any of the following symbols indicates the presence of a potential hazard The potential for injury exists if warnings are not observed Consult your documentation for specific details HP IP Console Switch User Guide ix About
56. nables screen saver A valid password must be alphanumeric and contain a minimum of 5 characters and a maximum of 15 characters Permitted characters are case sensitive and can consist of A Z 0 9 spacebar and hyphen Enables the screen saver Devices Identifies device types attached to the console switch including servers and other switches Names Identifies servers by unique names 6 8 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Accessing the Setup Menu To access the Setup menu 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup The Setup dialog box is displayed Figure 6 2 Setup dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 9 Local Port Operation Assigning Server Names Use the Names dialog box to identify individual servers by name rather than by port number The Names list is always sorted by port order and the names are stored in the Interface Adapter If you move the Interface Adapter or server to another switch port the IP Console Switch recognizes the names and configurations NOTE If a server is powered off its respective Interface Adapter is not displayed in the Names list Accessing the Names Dialog Box To access the Names dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup Names The Names dialog box is displayed NOTE If the server list has changed since it was last displayed the m
57. ndow is displayed Enter a name for the description and click OK The Connect To window is displayed Select the Communication Port that is connected to the KVM switch through a serial cable then click OK The COMI Properties window is displayed Select 9600 for the Bits Per Second 8 for Data Bits None for Parity 1 for Stop Bits and None for Flow Control then click OK The HyperTerminal auto connects to the console switch Press the Enter key to access the console switch option menu To configure Minicom IMPORTANT Minicom is a utility that is loaded during the installation of Red Hat 7 2 and 7 3 However if you do not select the option to install the Linux Utilities during the operating system installation you are not able to use Minicom without downloading the Minicom 1 831 16 i386 rpm file from the Red Hat website Refer to the procedure for installing RPMs on the Red Hat website a Log on to a Linux console or open a terminal and enter minicom s at the command prompt The Configuration menu is displayed Select Serial Port Setup The Change which setting menu is displayed Select Option A Serial Device Manually change the device type from dev modem to dev ttySO and press the Enter key Select Option E Bps Par Bits The Comm Parameters menu is displayed Select E Speed 9600 Bps and press the Enter key The designation 9600 8N1 is displayed next to Option E HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2
58. ns Because these conditions are extremely difficult to achieve broadcasting mouse movements to multiple systems can have unpredictable results 6 20 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Accessing Broadcast Dialog Box To access the Broadcast dialog box 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup Broadcast The Broadcast dialog box is displayed Figure 6 10 Broadcast dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 21 Local Port Operation Broadcasting Selected Servers To broadcast selected servers l From the Broadcast dialog box select the keyboard and mouse checkboxes for the servers that are to receive the broadcast commands Or Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to move the cursor to the target server Then press the Alt K keys to select the keyboard checkbox and or the Alt M keys to select the mouse checkbox Repeat for additional servers Click OK to save the settings and return to the Setup dialog box Click X or press the Esc key to return to the Main dialog box From the Commands menu select the Broadcast Enable checkbox to activate broadcasting From the user station enter the information and or perform the mouse movements you want to broadcast Activating Broadcasting To activate or deactivate broadcasting from the Commands menu select or deselect the Broadcast Enable checkbox Setting up a Scan Pattern
59. nsole Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP To upgrade Interface Adapter firmware individually 1 Click Version in the Commands dialog box The Version dialog box is displayed NOTE Provide the application version number Figure 7 11 when communicating with HP customer service centers 5 Uersion Figure 7 11 Version dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 21 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 2 Click IA The IA Selection dialog box is displayed IA Selection IXI Figure 7 12 IA Selection dialog box 7 22 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 3 Select the individual Interface Adapter and click Version The IA Version dialog box is displayed NOTE Provide the application version number Figure 7 11 when communicating with HP customer service centers IA Version 2 X fia ypes se ation 01 20 poia Figure 7 13 IA Version dialog box 4 Click Load Firmware HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 23 Table 8 1 Troubleshooting Problem The local user cannot view the IP Console Switch on screen copyright notice 8 Troubleshooting Solution e Be sure that the power source is valid e Be sure that the cables are connected properly e Be sure that the monitor is valid IP Console Switch on screen copyright notice is distorted e Be sure that the power source is valid e Be sure that the cables are connected pr
60. nstallation contact your authorized reseller B 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide C Power Cord Set Requirements The power cord set meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment The voltage selection switch enables you to select the appropriate line voltage for your server Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the server For more information on power cord set requirements contact your HP authorized dealer General Requirements The following requirements are applicable to all countries e The length of the power cord must be at least 1 8 m 6 0 ft and a maximum of 3 7 m 12 ft e The power cord set must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in the country where the power cord will be used e The power cord set must have a minimum current capacity and nominal voltage rating of 10 A 125 volts AC or 10 A 250 volts AC as required by the power system of each country e The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical configuration of an EN60320 IEC 320 Standard Sheet C13 Connector for mating with the appliance outlet on the computer HP IP Console Switch User Guide C 1 Power Cord Set Requirements Country Specific Requirements Use Table C 1 to identify the appropriate accredited agency in your country Table C 1 Power Cord Set Requirements By Country
61. oet oett 4 1 Connecting an Interface Adapter to the IP Console Switch System 4 3 Chapter 5 Cascade Console Switches Connecting Cascade Switches to the IP Console Switch System ss 5 3 Cascading 2 x 8 Compaq Legacy Console Switches into the IP Console Switch System esee enne 5 3 Chapter 6 Local Port Operation Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers sess 6 1 Accessing the Main Dialog Box eese eee nennen nee 6 2 Viewing the Status of your IP Console Switch System see 6 3 Selecting Servers uoce Agde eei te CE DERE e tthe 6 4 Soft Switching 1 2 n2 dae ete o tetti ee tco o Saeed eee PUR E eer 6 5 Configuring Servers for Soft Switching esee 6 5 Soft Switching Servers usos iret eed een Gum ette out pH epe Hte tt e 6 5 Using Basic OSD Navigation sese nennen i e 6 6 Configuring the OSD Setup Menu ssssesesseesseeeeeeeeeeneene ener rennen enne 6 8 Accessing the Setup Men e et pen et hee bee ee Le gne tedetedeseraevestele 6 9 iv HP IP Console Switch User Guide Contents Assigning ServerName iui eee ope e te a co ceased ce bee tees 6 10 Accessing the Names Dialog Box 6 10 Assigning Names to Servers csscessecsseecsseessecesecesecesecsseceseeeseecsseeeseeeseeeseeesneeeaee 6 11 Assigning Device Types nue eet ete viata ite eee ce pdt 6 12 Accessing Device
62. oftware for operation The analog port uses the on screen display OSD For more information refer to Chapter 6 The IP Console Switch system uses Ethernet networking infrastructures and TCP IP protocol to transmit keyboard video and mouse information between operators and connected computers Although 10Base T Ethernet can be used a dedicated switched 100Base T network provides improved performance HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 1 Installing the IP Console Switch Installation Checklist Before installing the IP Console Switch refer to the following lists to be sure that all of the listed components were received Kit Contents e P Console Switch e Power cords e Rack mounting kit e Download serial cable e Documentation kit e Firmware software CD e CATS5crossover cable Required Tool You need a Phillips screwdriver Optional Items e Expansion Module e Interface Adapter e UTP CATS cable 2 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch Setting up Your Network The IP Console Switch system uses IP addresses to uniquely identify the console swtiches and computers running the IP Console Viewer The IP Console Switch supports both BootP a subset of DHCP and static IP addressing HP recommends that IP addresses be reserved for each unit and that they remain static while the console switches are connected to the network Rack Mounting the IP Console Switch The IP Console Swit
63. om dev modem to dev ttySO and press the Enter key d Select Option E Bps Par Bits The Comm Parameters menu is displayed e Select E Speed 9600 Bps and press the Enter key The designation 9600 8N1 is displayed next to Option E f Select Option F Hardware Flow Control Be sure that the Change which setting menu is configured as follows A Serial Device dev tty SO B Lockfile Location var lock C Callin Program D Callout Program E Bps Par Bits 9600 8N1 F Hardware Flow Control No G Software Flow Control No g Press the Enter key to return to the Configuration menu Scroll down to the Save setup as dfl option and press the Enter key h Scroll down the Configuration menu to the Exit from Minicom option and press the Enter key 7 8 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 1 From the Linux Red Hat 7 2 and 7 3 command prompt enter Minicom As soon as a connection is established the Main menu for the IP Console Switch is displayed Follow the on screen options to configure the IP Console Switch The IPViewer HyperTerminal menu with six options is displayed HP IP Console Switch 3x1x16 Console Ready Press any key to continue H HP IP Console Switch 3x1x16 Console Copyright c 2000 2002 All Rights Reserved Network Configuration Firmware Management Enable Debug Messages Set Change Password Restore Factory Defaults Reset Appliance plse
64. ompaq KVM switches adding IP access NOTE The HP IP Console Switch is not compatible with HP classic analog KVM switches HP IP Console Switch User Guide 1 3 Overview IP Console Switch Components Figure 1 1 IP Console Switch components Item Description 1 Power connector Power switch Activity indicator Serial download connector Monitor connector for local user Keyboard connector for local user Mouse connector for local user LAN connector oj Oo O1 HR wy Py Server connection ports 1 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Overview Figure 1 2 Example of an IP Console Switch configuration Item 1 Description CPU IP Console Switch Interface Adapter Network Keyboard connector Mouse connector NIOJ AJOJN Video connector HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 Installing the IP Console Switch You must install the IP Console Viewer prior to using the IP Console Switch The IP Console Viewer enables you to view and control a server attached to the console switch system configure and maintain the system and prevent unauthorized access to the console switch through IP connection For more information refer to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide included on the Rack Products Documentation CD NOTE The analog port does not require the IP Console Viewer s
65. operly e Be sure that the monitor is valid Local user cannot view OSD flag Check the preferences selected in the OSD to determine if the local port display has been disabled or set to time out If the preferences are set to not display the flag or to have the flag time out then the OSD flag does not display Local user cannot activate and or view the OSD and the flag disappears e Be sure that the local port keyboard is connected properly e Be sure that the keyboard is valid The OSD is distorted or not readable on the local port video display Be sure that the monitor supports the refresh rate to which target server is set continued HP IP Console Switch User Guide Troubleshooting Table 8 1 Troubleshooting continued Problem The green activity indicator does not display when the console switch is powered on Solution e Be sure that the console switch is powered on and that the power source is valid e Be sure that the cables are connected properly While viewing a cascaded Compaq legacy console switch and an IP Console Switch on separate monitors the user presses mouse keyboard reset button and the OSD goes blank with a Mouse and keyboard have been reset message The mouse and keyboard are locked up on the Compaq legacy console switch After approximately one minute the Compaq legacy console switch will return to normal functionality The mouse does not align Refer
66. or Minicom for Linux operating systems To configure HyperTerminal a From the desktop screen click Start Programs Accessories Communications HyperTerminal The Connection Description window is displayed Enter a name for the description and click OK The Connect To window is displayed Select the Communication Port that is connected to the KVM switch through a serial cable then click OK The COMI Properties window is displayed Select 9600 for the Bits Per Second 8 for Data Bits None for Parity 1 for Stop Bits and None for Flow Control then click OK The HyperTerminal auto connects to the console switch Press the Enter key to access the console switch option menu HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 7 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP To configure Minicom IMPORTANT Minicom is a utility that is loaded during the installation of Red Hat 7 2 and 7 3 However if you do not select the option to install the Linux Utilities during the operating system installation you are not able to use Minicom without downloading the Minicom 1 831 16 i386 rpm file from the Red Hat website Refer to the procedure for installing RPMs on the Red Hat website a Logon to a Linux console or open a terminal and enter minicom s at the command prompt The Configuration menu is displayed b Select Serial Port Setup The Change which setting menu is displayed c Select Option A Serial Device Manually change the device type fr
67. ount an Expansion Module to the rack 1 Remove screws securing the side mounting brackets to the Expansion Module Figure 3 4 Removing screws HP IP Console Switch User Guide 3 5 Expansion Module 2 Position the Expansion Module and insert two cage nuts into the rack frame where the mounting bracket holes are located 1 Secure the Expansion Module to the rack frame using two M 6 screws 2 BI OB iesus O ETE o A T c Y el OO O OO O DODO O DIE ol m lev eV suas D 7 Figure 3 5 Installing the Expansion Module 3 6 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Expansion Module Performing a Velcro Mount Installation To Velcro mount an Expansion Module to the rack 1 Determine the location for the Expansion Module 2 Remove the protective strip 1 from the Velcro and attach it to the Expansion Module 3 Remove the protective strip 1 from the other side of the Velcro and attach it to the rack frame 2 y Emi On B amp BBEBBoUUE I leUeVLaesVLasULaesVL sU sl sVl sl sLe Figure 3 6 Velcro mounting the Expansion Module HP IP Console Switch User Guide 3 7 Expansion Module Installing the Expansion Module into the IP Console Switch System To install an optional Expansion Modul
68. ouse cursor turns into an hourglass as the list automatically updates No mouse or keyboard input is accepted until the list update is complete Figure 6 3 Names dialog box 6 10 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Assigning Names to Servers To assign names to servers Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Setup Names The Names dialog box is displayed 3 Select the name or port number and click Modify The Name Modify dialog box is displayed Name Modify RIK Figure 6 4 Name Modify dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 11 Local Port Operation 4 Entera name in the New Name field Names can be 1 to 15 characters in length Permitted characters are case sensitive and can consist of A Z 0 9 spacebar and hyphen 5 Click OK to transfer the new name to the Names dialog box Changes made to the Names dialog box are not saved until you click OK 6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 for each server in the system 7 Click OK in the Names dialog box to save your changes Or Click X to exit or press the ESC key to exit the dialog box without saving changes Assigning Device Types While the console switch automatically discovers cascade switches attached to your unit you must specify the number of ports on the cascade switch through the Devices dialog box 6 12 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation
69. r soft switching l 2 3 4 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed Click Setup The Setup dialog box is displayed Click Menu The Menu dialog box is displayed For Screen Delay Time enter the number of seconds of delay desired before the Main dialog box displays after the Print Sern key is pressed Click OK Soft Switching Servers To soft switch servers l To select a server press the Print Scrn key If the display order of your server list is by port the Port button is selected enter the Port number and press the Enter key Or If the display order of the server list is by Name or EID number the Name or EID button is selected enter the first few letters of the Name of the server or the EID number to establish it as unique and then press the Enter key To switch back to the previous server press the Print Scrn key then press the Backspace key HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 5 Local Port Operation Using Basic OSD Navigation The following table describes the keyboard and mouse OSD navigation Keys Table 6 2 OSD Navigation Keys Keystroke Print Scrn Function Opens the OSD Press the Print Scrn key twice to send the Print Scrn keystroke to the currently selected device F1 Opens the Help screen for the current dialog box Esc Closes the current dialog box without saving changes and returns to the previous dialog box In the Main dialog box
70. r subsystem versions The center section identifies the current network settings NOTE Provide the application version number Figure 6 20 when communicating with HP customer service centers Digital Version X Figure 6 21 Digital Version dialog box 6 42 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation x or Click IA to access the IA Selection dialog box to view individual Interface Adapter cable version information The IA Selection dialog box is displayed GD IA Selection IX a EID Port Acton Barrett Darrell Edmond Forester Figure 6 22 IA Selection dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 43 Local Port Operation 3 To view the selected Interface Adapter cable click Version The IA Version dialog box is displayed NOTE Provide the application version number Figure 6 19 when communicating with HP customer service centers IA Version 2 X LAND CNN cation Got EDISON Figure 6 23 IA Version dialog box 4 Click X to exit 6 44 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP The HP IP Console Switch FLASH upgrade feature enables you to update the IP Console Switch with the latest available firmware To update the IP Console Switch you need a Trivial File Transfer Protocol TFTP server on the terminal or PC that performs upgrades After the TFTP has been enabled upgrade the FLASH firmware then upgrade th
71. rvers 2 20 adjusting the mouse acceleration 2 19 authorized reseller xiii B benefits 1 3 Index C cables FCC compliance statement A 4 cascading console switches 5 1 legacy console switches 5 1 6 12 Commands menu 6 31 Compaq legacy console switches incorporating 5 1 component locations 1 4 configuring console switch hardware 1 5 2 14 7 6 Expansion Modules 3 2 Interface Adapters 1 5 4 2 OSD Setup menu 6 8 TFTP 7 4 connections and connecting cascade switches 5 3 Interface Adapter to switch 4 3 LAN network 7 16 locations 1 4 serial connection 7 6 D Declaration of Conformity A 3 device types assigning 6 12 diagnostics test running 6 35 digital video performance 1 1 HP IP Console Switch User guide Index 1 Index disconnecting from server 6 4 remote users 6 32 E electrostatic damage B 1 enabling TFTP 7 1 Ethernet connections 7 16 networking 1 1 Expansion Module broadcasting 6 20 cascading 5 1 features 3 1 hardware configuration 3 2 installing 3 3 3 8 F FCC notices Class A Equipment A 2 Class B Equipment A 2 classification label A 1 Declaration of Conformity A 3 device modifications A 3 mouse A 4 features Expansion Module 3 1 Interface Adapter 4 1 switch 1 2 Federal Communications Commission notices See FCC notices firmware upgrading 7 1 7 19 FLASH failures 7 18 upgrading firmware 7 16 G grounding methods B 2 H hardware configuration 1 5 2 14 7 6 Expansion Modul
72. s Dialog Box nennen 6 13 Assigning Device Types ie ette ete ette ideo te Pip ere ede 6 14 Changing the Display Behavior eese 6 15 Accessing the Menu Dialog Box eese nennen nennen 6 15 Selecting the Display Order of Servers sese 6 16 Setting Screen Delay Time anrec e E enne 6 16 Controlling the Status Flag esee eene nennen nennen ii nennen 6 17 Accessing the Flag Dialog BOX ie e HG Rete Hee da een 6 18 Displaying the Status Flag oneee eirette ei ie a E E nennen 6 19 Broadcasting to ServerS rhea e eres ie et ep lette edet e tete 6 20 Accessing Broadcast Dialog Box eese nennen 6 21 Broadcasting Selected Servers eere nennen 6 22 Activaune Broadcasung 5i e RE Heri LEER Hb HER HEP tb e g a 6 22 Setting up a SCAM Pattern 2 nt Ec ri e e E Re Le EAR E Seva ERES 6 22 Accessing the Scan Dialog Box rennen nennen 6 23 Adding Servers to the Scan List 6 24 Removing Servers from the Scan List eese 6 24 Startins Scan Mode aoi tele Er eh e RE Here edens 6 25 Stopping Scan Modes 3 nee teeta ea e beet ea ER 6 25 Setting Local Console Switch Security seen 6 25 Accessing the Security Dialog Box eese 6 26 Changing the Passwotd 2 eere roter i ete teen ie ete een ine etn 6 27 Setting Password Protection 22i ae e eb e e be i bete e UR Eo eta ean 6 27 Loggins on to SWIGD z iet e
73. s to the console switch using two screws on each slide Figure 2 6 Attaching the slide rail brackets 2 8 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 2 Ifacage nut is not already installed behind the rear rail install one at this time 3 Slide the console switch with the slide rail brackets into the rail mounting brackets already installed in the rack LJ ET gaa si pmo r i JEBUUBUUSD Figure 2 7 Sliding the console switch into the rack 4 Secure the slide rail brackets to the rear of the rack using two screws on each side HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch Using Standard 1U Installation To install the console switch 1 Attach the slide rail brackets to the console switch using the two screws on each side 2 Use the template that was shipped with the component to mark the location of the mounting hardware a Push back the tabs marked on the top of the template and place them in the correct holes in the mounting rails b Match up the hole pattern indicated on the sides of the template with the hole pattern on the mounting rails c Measuring from the top of the component immediately below the new component place the template against the front and rear
74. side Figure 2 14 Securing the console switch into the rack HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 13 Installing the IP Console Switch 10 Position the front cover panel and secure it to the front of the rack using one screw on each side Figure 2 15 Positioning the front cover panel Configuring the IP Console Switch Hardware To configure the IP Console Switch hardware 1 Connect one end of a serial cable to an available COM port on the server that is to be viewed locally from the IP Console Switch 2 Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the IP Console Switch 3 Plug the supplied power cord in to the rear of the IP Console Switch and then in to a valid power source 4 Poweron the IP Console Switch The activity indicator on the rear panel powers on The activity indicator blinks for 30 seconds while performing a self test Approximately 10 seconds after it stops blinking press the Enter key to access the main menu 2 14 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 5 Configure the terminal emulation software for the server such as HyperTerminal for Microsoft Windows operating systems or Minicom for Linux operating systems To configure HyperTerminal a e From the desktop screen click Start Programs Accessories Communications HyperTerminal The Connection Description wi
75. splayed The User Status dialog box displays only the number of users the system supports If there are no users are currently connected to a channel the fields are blank and the server indicates it is free Viewing Current User Connections To view current user connections 1 Press the Print Sern key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands The Commands dialog box is displayed 3 Click User Status The User Status dialog box is displayed 6 32 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Disconnecting a User To disconnect a user 1 Press the Print Scrn key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands User Status The User Status dialog box is displayed 4 User Status _Server Name EID Local Port I Free Br Br _ Figure 6 14 User Status dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 33 Local Port Operation 3 Click the letter of the user to be disconnected The Disconnect dialog box is displayed 7 Disconnect 2 X Local Port Figure 6 15 Disconnect dialog box 4 Click OK to disconnect the user and return to the User Status dialog box Or Click X to exit or press the Esc key to exit the dialog box without disconnecting a user NOTE If the User Status dialog box has changed since it was last displayed the mouse cursor becomes an hourglass as the list automatically updates No mouse or keyboard inpu
76. t Packard Company may void the user s authority to operate the equipment HP IP Console Switch User Guide A 3 Regulatory Compliance Notices Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations Canadian Notice Avis Canadien Class A Equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Class B Equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Mouse Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation A 4 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Regulatory Compliance Notices European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with
77. t is accepted until the list update is complete 6 34 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation Running System Diagnostics You can validate the integrity of your system with the Run Diagnostics command This command checks the main board functions subsystems memory intra board communications console switch control and the video channels for each system controller When you select Run Diagnostics you receive a warning indicating that all users remote and local will be disconnected Click OK to confirm and begin the test Running Diagnostics Test To run diagnostics tests 1 Press the Print Sern key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands The Commands dialog box is displayed HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 35 Local Port Operation 3 Click Run Diagnostics A warning message is displayed indicating that all users will be disconnected cJ Diag Warning x Figure 6 16 Diagnostics Warning 4 Click OK to begin Or Click X or press the Esc key to exit the dialog box without running a diagnostic test 6 36 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Local Port Operation 5 Allusers are disconnected and the Diagnostics dialog box is displayed ZIX G4 Diagnostics Figure 6 17 Diagnostics dialog box Test Description Memory Test Reports the condition of the main board RAM This indicator displays the results of the memory tests performed at system reboot Fir
78. tabs on the side mounting brackets into the same U location on each side of the rack Figure 2 2 Sliding the tabs into the rack 3 Secure the console switch to the rack frame using two screws on each side Figure 2 3 Securing the console switch HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 5 Installing the IP Console Switch Type B 1 Attach the side mounting brackets to the console switch using two screws on each side 2 Slide the tabs on the side mounting brackets into the same U location on each side of the rack Figure 2 4 Sliding the tabs into the rack 2 6 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Installing the IP Console Switch 3 Insert four cage nuts into the rack frame in the location of the side mounting bracket holes VLA VM Figure 2 5 Inserting cage nuts 4 Secure the console switch to the rack frame using two screws on each side HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2 7 Installing the IP Console Switch Using Rear Rack Installation IMPORTANT If you are installing a console switch with a 1U component such as the 1U Keyboard Drawer Rack Option Kit additional rack space is not required making it a OU installation To install the IP Console Switch in the rear of the rack 1 Attach the slide rail bracket
79. terface Adapter to a user port on your cascaded console switch Connect the servers to the cascade switch according to the cascade switch instructions included with that console switch Power on the console switch to enable the cascade code Repeat steps 1 through 6 for any other console switches you want to add to the IP Console Switch system Cascading 2 x 8 Compaq Legacy Console Switches into the IP Console Switch System When connecting to a Compaq legacy 2 x 8 console switch it is important to only connect one Interface Adapter to the console switch at any given time If multiple Interface Adapters are attached undesirable operation can occur HP IP Console Switch User Guide 5 3 6 Local Port Operation The IP Console Switch has a local port on the rear panel that enables the user to connect a KVM to the console switch for direct access The IP Console Switch also uses an OSD that enables the user to configure the system Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers Use the OSD Main dialog box to view configure and control servers in the IP Console Switch system You can also view your servers by name port or by the unique EID embedded in each Interface Adapter When the OSD is first launched an OSD generated port list is displayed by default The Port column indicates the port to which a server is connected If you connect a legacy KVM console switch to the console switch the port numbering displays the port then the
80. to the HP IP Software Guide included in the Rack Products Documentation CD included with this product IP Console Switch system does not recognize Compaq legacy console switches All Compaq legacy console switches must be upgraded with SoftPaq firmware version 2 1 0 or later An Expansion Module is not being recognized by a Compag legacy console switch An Expansion Module is considered a level of cascading and therefore cannot be used in combination with a cascaded Compaq legacy console switch The OSD is inaccessible Press the Ctrl key twice The mouse and keyboard lose functionality after the Reset PS 2 button is pressed while operating a Unix based platform The Reset PS 2 button is a Windows based function Restart the desktop to gain mouse and keyboard functionality cannot access the IP Console Switch after losing my password Call the HP Customer Support Center for more detailed instructions RILOE and ILOE are not working correctly with the IP Console Switch system The HP IP Console Switch firmware must be version 2 0 6 or later 8 2 HP IP Console Switch User Guide A Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Series Number For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification your product has been assigned a unique series number The series number can be found on the product nameplate label along with all required approval markings and in
81. uld cause the update to fail Be sure that the tftpd log file var log secure is secure The log indicates if a successful tftpd connection was made and if any abnormal operations occurred Be sure that the proper pathname to the image file is used 7 18 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Upgrading Firmware using TFTP Upgrading Interface Adapter Firmware CAUTION f a local port user has access to a specific Interface Adapter a remote user can obstruct the local port user s access by performing an Interface Adapter firmware upgrade To upgrade Interface Adapter firmware simultaneously 1 Press the Print Sern key The Main dialog box is displayed 2 Click Commands The Commands dialog box is displayed 3 Click IA Status The IA Status dialog box is displayed IA Status 2 X Figure 7 9 IA Status dialog box HP IP Console Switch User Guide 7 19 Upgrading Firmware using TFTP 4 Select the PS 2 checkbox then click Upgrade The IA Upgrade dialog box is displayed IA Upgrade Figure 7 10 IA Upgrade dialog box 5 Click OK 6 Press the Esc key to return to the Main dialog box The OSD IP Console Switch indicators are displayed as O yellow while the upgrade is in progress The OSD IP Console Switch indicators changes to x and then to green when the upgrade is complete NOTE Wait until the OSD IP Console Switch indicators are displayed as green before continuing 7 20 HP IP Co
82. use of energy mode with monitors not compliant with Energy Star Optional Click Test to activate the screen saver test which lasts 10 seconds and returns you to the Security dialog box Click OK HP IP Console Switch User Guide 6 27 Local Port Operation Logging on to Switch To log on to the IP Console Switch 1 Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse The Password dialog box is displayed Enter the password then click OK 2 Press the Print Sern key Removing Password Protection To remove the password protection from the IP Console Switch 1 From the Main dialog box click Setup Security The Password dialog box is displayed Enter the password then click OK 2 Inthe Security dialog box click the New field and press the Enter key or Double click the New field leave the New field blank and press the Enter key 3 Click the Repeat field and press the Enter key or Double click the Repeat field leave the Repeat field blank and press the Enter key 4 Click OK if you want to eliminate the password Enabling Screen Saver Mode without Password Protection To enable the screen saver mode without password protection 1 If your console switch does not require a password to gain access to the Security dialog box proceed to step 2 OYr If your console switch is password protected see the previous procedure then go to step 2 2 Select Enable Screen Saver 6 28 HP IP

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