Belkin F1DC116BCHSR rack console
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1. EN lojalis jv n gt 37 UuOI129S 38 Information What is not covered by this warranty All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin s request at the sole expense of the purchaser or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed altered in any way or tampered with The Belkin Product Warranty does not protect against acts of God such as flood lightning earthquake war vandalism theft normal use wear and tear erosion depletion obsolescence abuse damage due to low voltage disturbances i e brownouts or sags non authorized program or system equipment modification or alteration How to get service To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps 1 Contact Belkin International Inc at 501 W Walnut St Compton CA 90220 Attn Customer Service or call 800 223 5546 within 15 days of the Occurrence Be prepared to provide the following information a The part number of the Belkin product b Where you purchased the product c When you purchased the product d Copy of original receipt 2 Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with your claim Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be b2. PgUP Previous BANK PgDown Next BANK B Turn on off beep while in AutoScan mode S Enable disable OSD security P Turns console screen Off and prompts for user name and password if security is enabled A Administrator activates AutoScan Delete Administrator sets the OSD back to factory default values except for security settings Note You will have approximately three seconds to complete each hot key sequence s lo o Ele 27 UuoI12es Using your LCD Rack Console Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping The keyboard does not support the Sun keypad to perform special functions in the Sun operating system environment When the LCD Rack Console is connected to a Sun server the KVM Switch emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called combo keys Some Mac keys are also mapped Please refer to the table below 28 Windows Sun Micro Mac USB Keyboard USB Keyboard USB Keyboard Caps Lock amp L Alt Stop Caps Lock amp L Ctrl Props Caps Lock amp L Shift Application Compose Caps Lock amp 1 Mute Caps Lock amp 2 Volume down Caps Lock amp 3 Volume up Caps Lock amp F3 Find Caps Lock amp F1 Front Caps Lock amp F2 Open Caps Lock amp F4 Again Caps Lock amp F5 Undo Caps Lock amp F8 Cut Caps Lock amp F6 Copy Caps Lock amp F7 Paste Caps Lock amp F11 Help Caps Lock amp F12 Power Power Windows key Apple key Alt Option Print Scree
3. User Manual F1DC108BxxSR F1DC116BxxSR Table of Contents We troduction ssena ee rene qe cECE Eee ERES RDR E ERE EX RUNS 1 Package Contents rere tne nisse orna rain bh nasa no sh Re pe ia Ras 2 2 Overview PN 3 Feature Overview aee nnper ee nd nere ato EY Ese ee apa aya epa a Ends 3 Equipment Requirements 2 seiner o qs h nin EX IR RR rA RR RAD RAAXRAR 4 System Requirements 5 5 no reap reso nhan tria th enar age eai E EY RKS 6 Unit Display Diagrams o ente ern t rh tnter nni 7 SPSCIICATIONS UTERE 9 3 Installation ener tea dicare Nead ihi ertasini 10 Pre Configul ation eue ree exo oco R reed nsa curEe taret cogi eu ERR a rixas 10 Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console sssss 12 Connecting the LCD Rack Console with Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches Daisy Chaining eene 14 Powering Up the Systems ertragen nuin 18 4 Using your LCD Rack Comsole ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 19 Selecting a Server or BANK Using Hot Key Commands 20 AutoScan MOde rete ries chase eio EA pepe ebur o etd wRs uds ERE UAR 22 On Screen Display OSD iiie tiet ei oerte eap aa inen 22 Keyboard Hot Key Command Shortcuts ssssssssrssssrresrsrnserrrennne 27 Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping eeemI 28 Updating Firmware rennen nnne tton nean iren tni 29 5 Frequently Asked Questions eessseeee
4. Press Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Page Down to switch to the next BANK Scroll Scroll Page Scroll Scroll Page Lock Lock Up Lock Lock Down With a daisy chain switch configuration you can switch directly to any port on any BANK by pressing Scroll Lock Scroll Lock BANK address and port number For example if you press Scroll Lock Scroll Lock 03 05 the server on BANK 03 Port 5 will become active Note You will have approximately five seconds to complete each hot key sequence See page 26 for instructions on how to change the hot key initiator key Jo x o a EN gt 21 uo1 2 S 22 Using your LCD Rack Console AutoScan Mode The AutoScan feature allows you to set your LCD Rack Console to scan and monitor the activities of all connected servers one by one The LCD Rack Console remains on one server for a preset number of seconds before switching to the next server The time interval allotted for each server can be adjusted through the OSD menu see the AutoScan Time section When the LCD Rack Console is in AutoScan mode it is also in view only mode This means that input from the console keyboard and mouse will not be transmitted to the server in focus Cancel AutoScan to regain control of the server To activate the AutoScan function press Scroll Lock Scroll Lock A To stop AutoScan press any key on the keyboard Note There is no
5. KVM Switch are powered on If any connected servers have not been powered on it is okay to do so at this time servers can be powered on simultaneously The PRO3 KVM Switch emulates both a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your server to boot normally The server connected to Port 1 will be displayed on the monitor Check that the keyboard monitor and mouse are working normally Check all occupied ports to verify that all servers are connected and responding correctly If you encounter an error check your cable connections for that server and reboot If the problem persists please refer to the Troubleshooting section in this User Manual Using your LCD Rack Console Using your LCD Rack Console Now that you have connected your console and servers to your LCD Rack Console it is ready for use Select connected servers through the On Screen Display or by using hot key commands through the console keyboard It takes approximately 1 2 seconds for the video signal to refresh after switching servers Re synchronization of the mouse and keyboard signals also occurs This is normal operation and ensures that proper synchronization is established between the console and the connected servers Note For security reasons and to conserve energy the LCD Rack Console has been designed to run off the console monitor after 10 minutes of inactivity Press any key on the console keyboard to turn on the monitor If security is ena
6. Port Micro Cable Kit for PS 2 to the desired host ports on the PROS KVM Switch Refer to diagram below Step 5 Power up your server Step 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for each additional PS 2 server you wish to connect Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console USB Connection Step 1 Make sure your server is powered off Step 2 Using the Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable Kit for USB F1D9401 XX connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server Refer to diagram on next page Step 3 Connect the USB connector to an available USB port on the server Refer to diagram on next page Installation TI LT EE nmn esse Jo je a s NE gt Step 4 Connect the Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable Kit for USB to the desired host ports on the PRO3 KVM Switch Refer to diagram below Your server should recognize the KVM Switch connection and automatically install the HID USB driver if necessary Step 5 Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for each additional USB server you wish to connect Note We recommend that you attach the Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable USB Kit directly to a free USB port on your server Note When a USB Cable Kit is connected to a Sun server the Server Interface Module emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called combo keys Refer to the
7. advanced video circuit in the LCD Rack Console supports a maximum resolution of up to 1280x1024 65Hz jo Je Ell o 31 uoI128s Frequently Asked Questions 9 2 FORO e Do I have to install any software to use the LCD Rack Console No the LCD Rack Console does not require any drivers or software to be installed in your servers Simply connect all your servers to the Belkin KVM Cable Kits and it is ready for use Does the LCD Rack Console require an AC adapter Yes the LCD Rack Console requires a 12 volt DC 1 Amp power adapter in order to function properly Can use the LCD Rack Console to switch video signals only No the LCD Rack Console must be connected to both the video and keyboard mouse ports on your servers The LCD Rack Console detects the power from the PS 2 and USB ports on your servers in order to function Can I use the LCD Rack Console on my Sun server that supports USB Yes the LCD Rack Console works with any USB capable server Does the LCD Rack Console support Linux Yes the LCD Rack Console works with Red Hat and other Linux distributions configured for PS 2 or USB support How long is the warranty for the LCD Rack Console The LCD Rack Console comes with a 2 Year Limited Warranty Troubleshooting My server does not boot up when connected to the LCD Rack Console but works fine when I connect the keyboard video and mouse directly to the server Make sure that the keyboar
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9. mouse or keyboard control in AutoScan mode This is necessary to prevent data and synchronization errors If the user is using the mouse or keyboard when the LCD Rack Console is switching between ports data flow may become interrupted and could result in erratic mouse movement and or wrong character input when using the keyboard On Screen Display OSD The OSD allows you to switch servers assign names to your servers start and stop the AutoScan feature set the desired scan time interval for AutoScan enable the password security feature and program hot keys To access the OSD menu press Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and the space bar Immediately the OSD screen will appear The superimposed menu screen is generated by the LCD Rack Console and does not affect the function of your server operating system or software function Using your LCD Rack Console Main OSD Page POR T N A M E The main OSD menu displays the current selected BANK and connected servers to that BANK If you have only one the LCD Rack Console in your configuration the OSD menu will display BANK 00 A X symbol indicates that the connected server is powered up OSD Keyboard Commands T 4 Navigate to different servers in the same BANK Page Up Page Down Select next or previous BANK Enter Switch servers complete action F1 Takes you to options in the Main Menu page F2 Session logout F3 Takes you to previous scre
10. polarity Maximum of 16 OmniView KVM Switches 8 and 16 respectively for 8 and 16 port models 256 servers max via daisy chaining CRT and LCD with VGA support Up to 1280x1024 65Hz PS 2 miniDIN6 USB Type A PS 2 miniDIN6 USB Type A VGA HDDB15 female SCSI 50 DB25 female RJ11 32 to 104 F 0 40 C 4 to 140 F 20 60 C 0 8096 RH non condensing 2 years 23 5 x 17 5 x 1 75 in b97mm x 444 5mm x 44 5mm F1DC108BxxSR 33 0 Ibs 15 0kg F1DC116BxxSR 34 1 Ibs 15 5kg Note Specifications are subject to change without notice Jo x e a s o IN UuolI1298S 10 Installation Pre Configuration Consider the following when deciding where to place the OmniView LCD Rack Console with Built In PRO3 KVM Switch the location of your servers in relation to your console the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the LCD Rack Console Cable Distance Requirements For PS 2 Servers VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet 7 6m Beyond that length the probability of video degradation increases For this reason Belkin recommends that the length of the cables between the LCD Rack Console and the connected servers does not exceed 25 feet 7 6m For USB Servers USB signals can be transmitted up to 15 feet 4 5m between the LCD Rack Console and server Beyond that length the probability of USB signal failure is likely and may cause the device to fail N
11. switching away to another computer jo Ela fe je iv uodl d0S 33 34 Troubleshooting The mouse is lost when I switch to a different port Tighten any loose cable connections f you are using a mouse driver that was included with your mouse uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft mouse driver f the server is coming out of standby mode allow up to one minute to regain mouse function De activate power management schemes on the PC with which you are experiencing problems The mouse is not detected at boot up Check the cables and make sure that they are inserted correctly The server boots up but the mouse does not work Try booting the problem computer while the port is selected and wait until the operating system loads before switching away to another computer When I switch from one port to another mouse movement is completely erratic Make sure you do not have more than one mouse driver installed Make sure that the driver is either for a standard PS 2 or USB mouse or a Microsoft server compatible PS 2 or USB mouse Make sure you do not have any mouse drivers loaded in your CONFIG SYS or AUTOEXEC BAT files Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the LCD Rack Console Troubleshooting USB I am connecting the USB Cable Kit to a USB server and my keyboard and mouse do not work Prior to connecting the LCD Rack Console mak
12. table on page 28 for a list of Sun functions supported by the LCD Rack Console 18 uoi12es 14 Installation Connecting the LCD Rack Console with Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches Daisy Chaining You can daisy chain up to 15 additional PRO3 KVM Switches F1DA104Zea F1DA108Zea F1DA116Zea F1DA104Qea F1DA108Qea and F1DA116Qea allowing a server administrator to manage up to a maximum of 256 servers from one console Each daisy chained PRO3 KVM Switch is referred to as a BANK and is assigned an address The LCD Rack Console is BANK 00 and is referred to as the primary KVM switch BANKs 01 through 15 are referred to as secondary KVM switches Note The LCD Rack Console F1DC108BxxSR F1DC116BxxSR must be designated as the primary KVM switch Refer to the diagram below Secondary unit BANK 03 Note A Daisy Chain Cable F1D108 CBL is required to daisy chain each PRO3 KVM Switch and is available through your Belkin reseller or online at www belkin com Installation How to Assign a BANK Address All PROS KVM Switches feature a BANK DIP switch The BANK DIP switch is used to assign the proper BANK address to each PROS KVM Switch Foramulti unit configuration the primary KVM switch LCD Rack Console is always set to BANK address 00 Each secondary unit must be set to a unique BANK address from 01 through 15 Refer to the chart below for BANK DIP Switch settings BANK
13. which key will be used to initiate hot key commands You have nine key options to choose from Scroll Lock Number Lock Caps Lock Left Crtl Right Ctrl Left Alt Right Alt Left Win Right Win The default key for all hot key commands is Scroll Lock see Keyboard Hot Key Command Shortcuts on the next page To designate a different key to initiate hot key commands use the arrow keys to navigate to the Hot Key field and then press Enter to select and save the entry AutoScan Time This specifies the amount of time the LCD Rack Console remains on a server before switching to the next server while in AutoScan mode You can set the scan time interval to anywhere between 05 and 99 seconds To change the scan time use the arrow keys to navigate to the Scan Time field and hit Enter and then type the desired time interval in seconds To enable AutoScan refer to the hot key section on page 27 Note The number keypad will not function in the OSD Using your LCD Rack Console Keyboard Hot Key Command Shortcuts Below is a complete list of hot key commands that can be used for your LCD Rack Console Command Function Space Bar Activate OSD T Previous host JU Next host 01 02 16 port 00 01 15 BANK Non daisy chain KVM switch Daisy Chain Config First and second digit specifies BANK 01 02 16 port Daisy Chain Third and fourth digit specifies number
14. DIP Switch Configuration Chart uoi12es DIP SWITCH BANK ADDRESS 1 2 3 4 5 6 ON ON ON ON ON ON BANK 0 PRIMARY default ON ON OFF ON ON ON BANK 1 SECONDARY ON ON ON OFF ON ON BANK 2 SECONDARY ON ON OFF OFF ON ON BANK 3 SECONDARY ON ON ON ON OFF ON BANK 4 SECONDARY ON ON OFF ON OFF ON BANK 5 SECONDARY ON ON ON OFF OFF ON BANK 6 SECONDARY ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON BANK 7 SECONDARY ON ON ON ON ON OFF BANK 8 SECONDARY ON ON OFF ON ON OFF BANK 9 SECONDARY ON ON ON OFF ON OFF BANK 10 SECONDARY ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF BANK 11 SECONDARY ON ON ON ON OFF OFF BANK 12 SECONDARY ON ON OFF ON OFF OFF BANK 13 SECONDARY ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF BANK 14 SECONDARY ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF BANK 15 SECONDARY Jo x o a s Kis gt ON Up Position OFF Down Position Example Three 8 Port PRO3 KVM Switches F1DA108Zea are daisy chained together with an LCD Rack Console to manage up to 32 servers The DIP switch on the primary KVM LCD Rack Console switch is set to BANK 00 factory default and the secondary units are each set to a unique BANK between 01 and 03 16 Installation Example of Daisy Chain Configuration Secondary unit 2 R A Secondary unit Secondary unit BANK 03 Getting Started Step 1 Make sure that all servers LCD Rack Console and PRO3 KVM Switches are powered off and that each PRO3 KVM Switch has been assigned a unique BANK address Step 2
15. Place all primary and secondary KVM switches in the desired location Installation Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches Step 1 Using the Daisy Chain Cable F1D108 CBL connect one end to the Daisy Chain In port on the LCD Rack Console BANK 00 Step 2 Connect the other end of the Daisy Chain Cable F1D108 CBL to the Daisy Chain Out port of the first secondary KVM switch BANK 01 Step 3 To add secondary units connect one end of the Daisy Chain Cable F1D108 CBL to the Daisy Chain In port on the first secondary KVM switch and the other end to the Daisy Chain Out port of the next secondary KVM switch for example BANK 01 Step 4 Repeat Step 3 for additional PROS KVM Switches you wish to daisy chain together Jo je a s NH gt 17 uoi12es 18 Installation Connecting the Servers Step 1 Connect all servers to the primary and secondary KVM switches Refer to the Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console section on page 11 for instructions Step 2 Power up the secondary KVM switches sequentially beginning with the highest BANK by connecting each unit s power supply Each KVM switch should display its corresponding BANK address number as it is powered up Step 3 Verify that the primary KVM switch has detected all secondary KVM switches by scrolling through the BANKs by using the OSD Powering Up the Systems Verify that all servers connected to the PRO3
16. ack Console packaging Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView LCD Rack Console with Built In PROS KVM Switch We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why Belkin is the number one selling brand in KVM switches worldwide SS UuoI128S e 2 oe e jw Introduction Package Contents af v LCD Rack Bracket Kit Bracket Screws Console ce 1 1 DB9 to RJ11 Serial 12V DC User Manual Flash Cable 1A Power Supply With schuko and Uk plug Quick Installation Guide Overview Feature Overview Hot Keys Hot key functionality allows you to select a desired port using designated key commands By using a simple hot key sequence on your keyboard you can Select one server from as many as 256 servers instantaneously AutoScan The AutoScan feature allows you to set your LCD Rack Console to scan and monitor the activities of all connected servers one by one The time interval allotted for each server can be adjusted through the On Screen Display OSD menu Video Resolution The LCD Rack Console supports video resolutions of up to 1280x1024 65Hz Security Allows you to specify user names and passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch Dedicated Daisy Chain Port Up to 16 KVM switches can be daisy chained together using dedicated ports so you can easily expand your KVM configuration as your server environmen
17. bled in the OSD you will be prompted to enter a user name and password e x e o ES gt 19 udl D0S 20 Using your LCD Rack Console Selecting a Server or BANK Using Hot Key Commands Switch to the next or previous port with simple keyboard hot key sequences using the Scroll Lock key and either the Up or Down arrow keys To send commands to the KVM Switch the Scroll Lock key must be pressed twice within two seconds The LCD Rack Console will beep confirming that it is in hot key mode Next press the Up arrow key and the PRO3 KVM Switch will Switch to the previous port Press the Down arrow key to switch to the next port Scroll Scroll x Scroll Scroll Lock f Lock Lock Lock J J J I Switch to previous active port Up arrow Switch to next active port Down arrow With a single switch configuration no daisy chained KVM switches you can switch directly to any port by entering the 2 digit number of the port you wish to access For example if you press Scroll Lock Scroll Lock 02 the PRO3 KVM Switch will switch to the server on Port 2 located on BANK 00 Scroll Scroll Q p Lock Lock J J J Switch to BANK 00 Port 2 02 Using your LCD Rack Console With a daisy chain switch configuration you can switch between BANKs KVM switches by pressing Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Page Up to switch to the previous BANK
18. d and mouse cables are connected tightly between the LCD Rack Console and the server Check that the keyboard and mouse cables are not crossed Check the cable connections I am getting ghosting shadowing or fuzzy images on my monitor Check that all video cables are inserted properly to the Cable Kit Check that the monitor supports the resolution and refresh rate setting on your server Lower the video resolution of the monitor Check that the cable length does not exceed 25 feet Check that the graphics card you are using supports the resolution and refresh rate setting on your server am getting a black screen on my monitor Check that all video cables are inserted properly Check that the keyboard cable is connected and inserted properly between the server the appropriate port on the LCD Rack Console Move the mouse and see if it is necessary to log in as a user The server does not detect a keyboard and I get a keyboard error reported at boot up Check that the cable kit on the LCD Rack Console is completely connected to your server Tighten any loose connections Check whether USB keyboard legacy support is enabled in the system BIOS f you are using the keyboard software that was included with your keyboard uninstall it and then reinstall the standard Microsoft keyboard driver Try booting the problem computer while the port is selected and wait until the operating system loads before
19. e LCD Rack Console should be running on the new firmware The OSD will display the FW version in the bottom right corner of the Main Menu page Frequently Asked Questions e Which operating systems does the LCD Rack Console support The LCD Rack Console will support any operating system that runs on a PS 2 and USB platform Operating systems include but are not limited to DOS Windows 95 98 2000 Me NT XP 2003 Server Vista Sun Linux and Mac OS Can I mix PS 2 and USB servers on the host side Yes the LCD Rack Console will support any mix of PS 2 and USB host Servers at a time What does flash upgradeable mean With flash upgrade capability you can update your LCD Rack Console firmware at any time through a simple serial connection Upgrade capability ensures that your LCD Rack Console is always the most current version on the market with the latest features and enhancements See the Updating Firmware section in this User Manual How does the LCD Rack Console allow the user to switch between ports The LCD Rack Console supports two methods of port selection The user can select servers using specially designated keyboard hot keys or through the On Screen Display How far can the server be from the LCD Rack Console The LCD Rack Console can be placed up to 25 feet away from your PS 2 server and up to 15 feet away from your USB server What is the maximum video resolution that the LCD Rack Console supports The
20. e sure that the HID USB driver is installed on each server To install the HID USB driver connect a USB mouse and USB keyboard to the server A Windows operating system should automatically install the drivers Some of the keys on my keyboard are not functioning properly when I use a Mac server f you are accessing a Mac system a few of the option keys on your keyboard may be reversed All major keys will function as labeled Refer to the Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping section in this User Manual jo Ela fe je iv uodl d0S 35 36 Glossary The following definitions are used throughout this User Manual AutoScan A mode of operation where the KVM switch scans from one port to another on an ongoing basis as configured by the user BANK The address of a daisy chained KVM switch 00 15 set by the DIP switch Console The all in one term for the keyboard video monitor and mouse connected to a KVM switch Console Port Receptors for the console to connect to the KVM switch Control When discussing switching between ports control means that the console is capable of sending input to the server Control requires that the console also has focus on the port and is viewing it DDC Short for Display Data Channel a VESA standard for communication between a monitor and a video adapter Using DDC a monitor can inform a computer s video card about its properties such as maximum resolution and color depth t
21. eeeeeee rennen 31 6 Troubleshooting eiee ori rere noo rope oa een e 3o nona FR epe aoo ro Fete n Ran pR o RERO 33 7 GLOSSARY mee 36 CEMiCINEUDIUE 37 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Belkin OmniView LCD Rack Console with Built In PRO3 KVM Switch the LCD Rack Console Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering high quality durable products at an affordable price Designed to give you control over multiple servers the LCD Rack Console provides an excellent solution for the server administrator It outperforms any other rack console with KVM switch on the market Engineered to work with the most advanced server room and laboratory t environments this LCD Rack Console offers Single rail system with 1U compact design Video resolution support of up to 1280x1024 PS 2 and USB support for input devices On Screen Display OSD Daisy chain capability with other Belkin PRO switches up to 256 servers Security Flash upgradeable firmware Dual port micro cabling PS 2 cable kits sold separately Belkin 2 Year Warranty Free technical support 17 inch LCD This User Manual will provide details about your new LCD Rack Console from installation and operation to troubleshooting in the unlikely event of a problem For quick and easy installation please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in your LCD R
22. en when navigating through OSD Esc Exits the OSD e x e o EN gt 23 uo1 2 S 24 Using your LCD Rack Console To switch servers using the main OSD menu use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate to the desired server and press the Enter key A symbol indicates which server is currently being accessed on your console To select a different BANK press the Page Up or Page Down key to select the next BANK or the previous BANK Main Menu Page The following Main Menu options are available only to the administrator The Main Menu page allows you to 01 Set the language for the OSD 02 Edit the naming of individual ports 03 Search for a port by its name 04 Assign user names and passwords 05 Access security settings 06 Change the hot key trigger 07 Set the AutoScan time interval Using your LCD Rack Console Main Menu Page Keyboard Commands T 4 Navigate to the next field Enter To select an option F3 Return to the main OSD menu Esc Exit OSD Language This allows you to select which language the OSD will display You have eight languages to choose from English French German Italian Spanish Simplified Chinese Japanese Russian The default language is set to English To designate a different language use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired language field and then press Enter to select and save the entry Port Name Ed
23. it This option allows you to name each port with up to 10 characters To name the port use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired server port and then press Enter to select and name the port Press Enter again to save the entry User Setting This option allows you to specify an administrator user name and passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch One administrator and eight users can be stored To add the name and password use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired field and then press Enter to Select and edit Press Enter again to save the entry The maximum characters for the name and password fields are eight characters The default administrator name and password are Username admin Password belkin Jo sje o ES gt 25 udl D0S 26 Using your LCD Rack Console Access List This feature allows you to discretely specify the user access at a port level Only the administrator can set up the access list The column on the left lists the port names The users are listed by their number 1 to 8 Navigate to the user and port and press the Enter key to enable deny the access right for each user and port combination X represents access is denied and O represents access is enabled Note User name and password fields cannot be left blank If two identical user names are entered the first user name password will apply Hot Key This allows you to select
24. n F13 Scroll Lock F14 Pause Break F15 Using your LCD Rack Console Updating Firmware The LCD Rack Console features flash upgradeable firmware to ensure compatibility with the latest devices and servers Firmware upgrades are free for the life of your LCD Rack Console To update your firmware download the appropriate firmware file and utility from www belkin com support The utility will guide you through the process of updating the firmware on your LCD Rack Console A Warning We strongly recommend that you update your firmware only if you are experiencing mouse and keyboard problems with your LCD Rack Console as reconfiguring software may lead to unexpected operational problems Please contact Belkin Technical Support if you need assistance To update the firmware you will need the following items 1 A separate server running Windows 2000 XP or Vista This server must NOT be connected to the server ports on the LCD Rack Console 2 An available serial port on the server 3 A custom Serial Flash Cable DB9 male to RJ11 included with purchase that connects between the LCD Rack Console and the server You will need to follow these instructions 1 Power off the LCD Rack Console 2 Connect the Serial Flash Cable s RJ11 end to the LCD Rack Console and the DB9F end to an available serial COM port on the computer 3 Notice that there are two flashes that can be upgraded Please make sure you select the correct FW u
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27. o ensure that the user is presented with valid options for configuring the display Daisy Chain A configuration of multiple KVM switches that are connected one to another in a series A KVM switch daisy chain uses common settings to allow seamless complex interactions between multiple consoles for control over many servers HID Human Interface Device the USB device class that includes keyboards and mice KVM Literally Keyboard Video Mouse this term refers to technology that allows two or more computers to be controlled by one keyboard video monitor and mouse some switches that use KVM technology enable sharing of other peripherals such as audio speakers microphones and printers KVM Switch A device that allows a user to access and control multiple servers from a single console It has at least one console port and multiple server ports OSD On Screen Display a Graphical User Interface that can be used to control and configure the KVM switch Port An interface receptor on a server through which you can attach a device or plug in a device cable Primary KVM Switch The KVM switch that is connected to the console and is set to BANK address 00 Secondary KVM Switch Any KVM switch that is daisy chained to the primary KVM switch and is set to BANK address 01 15 and has no console connected Information FCC Statement a DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We Belkin Inte
28. orne solely by the purchaser If Belkin determines in its sole discretion that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin Belkin may designate in its sole discretion an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment The cost if any of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser Damaged equipment must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized Whenever claims are settled Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under any existing insurance policies the purchaser may have How state law relates to the warranty THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you Information IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
29. ote The Belkin OmniView CAT5 Extender F1D084vea2 PS 2 and F1D086Uea USB may be used to extend your console keyboard mouse and monitor by up to 300 feet 91m A Cautions and Warnings Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights air conditioning equipment or machines that create electrical noise e g vacuum cleaners Before attempting to connect anything to the LCD Rack Console or your servers ensure that everything is powered off Plugging and unplugging cables while servers are powered on may cause irreversible damage of the servers and or the LCD Rack Console Belkin is not responsible for damage caused in this way You are now ready to begin installation of your LCD Rack Console The following sections pages 11 13 provide complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single LCD Rack Console F1DC108BxxSR F1DC116BxxSR Installation Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console PS 2 Connection Step 1 Make sure your server is powered off Step 2 Using the Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable Kit for PS 2 F1D9400 XX connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server Refer to diagram below Step 3 Connect the PS 2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and keyboard ports on the server Refer to diagram below TODO TT EE Naa Jo je a s Kis gt 11 uoi12es 12 Installation Step 4 Connect the Belkin Dual
30. pgrade file and set the Flash DIP switch in the correct position DIP Switch Function 1 2 ON ON Normal Run Operation mode OFF ON Upgrade Main KVM CPU mode ON OFF Upgrade Daisy Chain CPU mode OFF OFF Reserved not used 4 Run BELKIN Firmware Upgrade Utility exe Click Browse to select the FW upgrade file Make sure the Comm port setting matches the port where the Serial Flash Cable is connected e x x e a EN gt 29 udl D0S 30 Using your LCD Rack Console t BELEKIN Firmware Upgrade Utility c Belkin upgrade hex Com Log 15200 z cow CheckPIC 5 Apply power to the LCD Rack Console The KVM Switch will enter into flash upgrade mode and wait for the data to upgrade 6 Click Write Flash to start the upgrade The upgrade process takes about Six seconds You should see WRITE OK display when the upgrade completes successfully t BELKIN Firmware Upgrade Utility BAR c Belkin upgrade hex Browse Interface to TinyBootLoader v1 8 contact claudiu chiculita ugal ro Hitp www etc ugal ro cchiculita software picbootloader htm Connect COM1 ok HEX 6 min old INHX8M 15Fcode cfg total 4298 words earching for PIC Found 16F 8764 8774 CWRITE DIO time 5 875 sec 7 Disconnect the Serial Flash Cable POWER OFF the KVM Switch set the DIP switch back to the Normal Run Operation position ON ON and then power on the LCD Rack Console Th
31. rnational Inc of 501 West Walnut Street Compton CA 90220 declare under our sole responsibility that the products F1DC108B SR F1DC116B SR tto which this declaration relates Comply 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 ES CE Declaration of Conformity We Belkin International Inc declare under our sole responsibility that the products F1DC108B SR F1DC116B SR to which this declaration relates are in conformity with Emissions Standard EN55022 and with Immunity Standard EN55024 LVP EN61000 3 2 and EN61000 3 3 ICES This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 008 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Belkin International Inc Limited 2 Year Product Warranty What this warranty covers Belkin International Inc Belkin warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design assembly material or workmanship What the period of coverage is Belkin warrants the Belkin product for two years What will we do to correct problems Product Warranty Belkin will repair or replace at its option any defective product free of charge except for shipping charges for the product
32. t Linux 8 x and above Novell NetWare 5 x e Mac OS X and above with USB support e Sun Solaris 8 x and above Keyboards PS 2 compatible USB compatible Supports 101 102 104 key keyboards Mice PS 2 and USB compatible mice having 2 3 4 or 5 buttons PS 2 and USB compatible wireless or optical mice Monitors CRT LCD with VGA support Overview Unit Display Diagrams Front View of the OmniView LCD Rack Console with Built In PRO3 KVM Switch Fold Down Handle Key Locking Mechanism LCD Front Panel Controls 105 Key Keyboard PS 2 TFT LCD Active Matrix Touch Pad PS 2 Color Panel Jo x o a s o IN UuolI1298S Overview Unit Display Diagrams Back View of the OmniView LCD Rack Console with Built In PRO3 KVM Switch DC power jack Hosts 13 14 Hosts 15 8 16 CX mmm mum SCSI 50 dual host ports Flash upgrade port and DIP select switch Console VGA PS 2 mouse keyboard ports USB mouse keyboard ports L Daisy chain in Overview Specifications Part No Enclosure Power Daisy Chain No of Servers Supported Monitors Supported Max Resolution Keyboard Input Mouse Input Monitor Port CPU Ports Daisy Chain Ports Flash Upgrade Port Operating Temp Storage Temp Humidity Warranty Dimensions Weight F1DC108BxxSR F1DC116BxxSR Metal enclosure 12V DC 1A power adapter center pin positive
33. t grows On Screen Display OSD The OSD feature simplifies server management by allowing you to assign individual names to each connected server throughout the system It provides a visual means of switching between servers and assigning the hot key scheme The OSD can also be set up to support regional languages Flash Upgrade Flash upgradeable firmware allows you to install the latest firmware on your LCD Rack Console This enables your KVM Switch to maintain consistent compatibility with the latest devices and servers Firmware upgrades are free for the life of your LCD Rack Console and can be downloaded from Belkin s support website at www belkin com support Jo x o a s v IN UuolI1298S Overview Equipment Requirements Cables Connecting the LCD Rack Console to a server requires a Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable Kit Belkin Dual Port Micro Cable Kits F1D9400 XX PS 2 style F1D9401 XX USB style toy e Lag o F1D9400 XX PS 2 style Overview Belkin Daisy Chain Cable F1D108 CBL Note Product codes and availability may vary a b F1D108 CBL XX Ne A x e a 5 o IN UuoI1298S Overview System Requirements OS Platforms The LCD Rack Console is compatible with CPUs running on but not limited to the following OS platforms e Windows NT 95 98 2000 Me XP Server 2003 or Vista Microsoft DOS 5 x and above Red Ha
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