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Manual Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1

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    Owner’ s Man ual Note: Follow these instructions and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to prevent damage to this unit or to its connected devices. Copyright © 2006 T ripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The policy of T ripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specific ...

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    2 T able of Contents Features.. ........................................................................................ p. 3 System Components….. ..................................................................p. 3 Compatibility… ..............................................................................p. 3 Configuration… ............. ...

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    3 Features • Access and control multiple multi-platform computers from a single console • Hot-swappable: disconnect and reconnect computers without rebooting • Auto-scan: with variable time interval • Compact design: 1U rack mountable • Easy port selection using (1) On Screen Display (OSD), (2) front panel pushbuttons or (3) keyboard hotk ...

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    4 Configuration Figure 1 illustrates the basic configuration of the KVM system. Figur e 1 The KVM system configuration Figure 2 shows the front of the 16 port KVM (Model B072-016-1). The 8 port version (model B072-008-1) is the same but with only 8 sets of LEDs. Figur e 2 NetCommander KVM front panel Figure 3 shows the rear of the 16 port KVM (Mode ...

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    5 Installation • Switch off all computers • Ensure that the cables are not close to any sources of electrical noise interference such as fluorescent lights, HV AC systems or motors • Ensure that the distance between any computer and the KVM switch does not exceed 33 ft. Connect each computer to the KVM using a Server Interface Unit (SIU) and ...

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    6 Figur e 5 NetCommander PS/2 Server Interface Unit Connecting a NetCommander USB Server Interface Unit (B078-001-USB) The USB Server Interface Unit supports W indows 98 SE and later, MAC, SUN and SGI. T o connect the USB Server Interface Unit: 1. Connect the VGA connector to the computer's V ideo card. 2. Connect the USB connector to the comp ...

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    7 1. Plug in the KVM. Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. 2. Switch ON the computers. T o reset the KVM switch, press both Select buttons on the front panel simultaneously . The Server Interface Units are unaffected by this reset. Ambient Operating T emperatur e The ambient operating temperature in the rack may be an issue and is depend ...

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    8 T o cascade two or more NetCommander KVM switches, follow the connections in the figure below . Setting the different OSD display hotkeys is explained on page 1 1. Figur e 8 Cascading NetCommander KVM switches Switch between the connected computers using any of the following methods: • The OSD (On Screen Display) • Keyboard hotkey commands ? ...

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    9 Operation (continued) T o invoke the OSD: Press and release the [Shift] key twice. The OSD Main window appears. See Figure 9. Lines with blue text show active computers. Lines with grey text show inactive computers. The T ype column indicates whether a computer “C” or another KVM switch “S” is connected to the port. Figur e 9 The OSD Main ...

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    10 Operation (continued) General Settings W ith the highlight line on the word GENERAL, press [Enter] . The General Settings window appears (see Figure 1 1). Figur e 1 1 The General Settings window From this screen you can do the following: Security The OSD offers an advanced password security system made up of three dif ferent security levels. Eac ...

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    11 Operation (continued) F7 Defaults Changing the OSD hotkey By pressing [Shift] , [Shift] the OSD appears. Y ou can replace [Shift] , [Shift] with any of the following: • [Ctrl] , [Ctrl] • [Ctrl] , [F1 1] • [Print Screen] T o change the hotkey: 1. Navigate to the Hotkey line. 2. Press the [Space] bar to toggle between options. T o display th ...

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    12 Operation (continued) P orts Settings In the Settings window , go to the Ports line and press [Enter] . The Ports settings window opens (see Figure 12). Figur e 12 Ports Settings window Editing the computer name Use this window to edit the computer names (maximum of 15 characters). T o erase a character: Select it and press the [Space bar] . Bla ...

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    13 Operation (continued) Time Settings In the Settings window navigate to the T ime line and press [Enter] . The T ime settings window appears )see Figure 13). Figur e 13 T ime settings window Scan (SCN) - Label (LBL) - T ime out (T/O) SCN - Sets the scan period. LBL - Sets the amount of time the OSD label that show which computer is currently acce ...

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    14 Operation (continued) There are three different access levels. These are: • Y - Full access to a particular computer . Plus access to the F4 , F5 and F6 OSD functions • V -V iew access only , to a particular computer (No keyboard/mouse functionality) • N - No access to a particular computer - A TIMEOUT label appears if access is attempted ...

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    15 Operation (continued) Y ou can adjust the scan time in the T ime Settings window (see Figure 13). T o activate scanning: 1. Press the [Shift] key twice to activate the OSD. 2. Press the [F4] key . Each active computer will be displayed in sequence. A Scan label appears in the top left corner . T o deactivate scanning: Press [F4] . T uning (F5) Y ...

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    16 Software W ith the NetCommander KVM Update software program you can upgrade the firmware for the: • OSD • Manager • Server Interface Units KVM Update enables you to add new features and take advantage of product improvements in a quick and efficient manner . Y ou can install the KVM Switch Update on any computer , even one not part of the ...

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    17 Software (continued) 1. Start the KVM Update software. The KVM Update window appears (see Figure 17). Star ting and Configuring the KVM Update Figur e 17 The KVM Switch Update window The table below explains the functions of the buttons and boxes in the KVM Switch Update window . 2. From the Options menu choose Com Port. The Com Port box appears ...

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    18 Software (continued) 3. Choose an available Com Port and click OK. Note! The RS232 Serial cable must be connected to the selected Serial port. Before upgrading the firmware, you must first verify which firmware and hardware versions you have. The OSD version number T o verify the OSD version number: 1. Open the KVM Switch Update program. 2. In t ...

  • Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 - page 19

    19 Software (continued) 2. In the KVM Switch Update window , check the appropriate option in the Switch Unit box or the desired Server Interface Unit. 3. From the File menu, choose Open . The Open box appears (see Figure 19). 4. Navigate to the folder that contains the firmware update file. Y ou may only see the files that match the file selection ...

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    20 When using Firmware Update software you may at times get a Communication Error message. If a Communication Error message does appear during the update procedure, do the following: 1. Ensure that the RS232 Serial cable's RS232 connector is connected to the Switch's Communication port. 2. Ensure that the RS232 Serial cable's DB9F co ...

  • Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 - page 21

    21 Specifications Operating Systems DOS, Windows (3X, 9X, 2000, NT4, ME, XP , 2003 Server) LINUX, UNIX, QNX, SGI, F reeBSD , BeOS, Open VMS, Nov ell 3.12-6, Alpha UNIX, HP UX, SUN Mouse PS/2, Wheel mouse, Intellimouse , 5-button mouse Resolution 1600x1200@75Hz T ransmission distance Up to 33 ft. NetCommander KVM Switch Models B072-016-1 or B072-008 ...

  • Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 - page 22

    22 1-Y ear Limited W arranty TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. TRIPP LITE's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. T o obtain service under this warra ...

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    23 200610072 93-2520 B072 KVM series update.qxd 10/17/2006 9:34 AM Page 23 ...

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    T ripp Lite W orld Headquar ters 1111 W . 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA (773) 869-1234, www .tripplite.com 20 0610072 93-2520 200610072 93-2520 B072 KVM series update.qxd 10/17/2006 9:34 AM Page 24 ...

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