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- Page 1 KVM Switch CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Rohs
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual FCC, CE Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: 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. -
Page 3: User Information
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://eservice.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America... -
Page 4: Package Contents
Manual Part No. PAPE-0305-AT4G F/W Version: V1.0.072 Manual Date: 2013-09-10 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Contents FCC Information ..........ii RoHS. - Page 6 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual OSD Operation OSD Overview ..........19 OSD Login.
- Page 7 Connection Tables ......... . 52 CS1308 to Compatible 8-Port Switches ..... . . 52 CS1308 to Compatible 16-Port Switches .
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Page 8: About This Manual
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual About this Manual This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS1308 / CS1316 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 9: Conventions
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers: International http://www.aten.com... - Page 10 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 11: Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The CS1308 / CS1316 KVM switch allows access and control up to 256 computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). As many as 16 additional switches can be cascaded bringing the total number of connected computers to 256 computers that can be controlled from a single keyboard- monitor-mouse console. -
Page 12: Features
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Features A single console controls up to 256 computers Cascade to 2 levels – connect up to 16 switches Dual Interface – supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice Multiplatform support – Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun... -
Page 13: Requirements
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements Console The following hardware components are required for the KVM console: A VGA, SVGA, or multisync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation. A keyboard and mouse (USB or PS/2) Computers The following hardware components are required for each computer: A VGA, SVGA, or multisync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port. -
Page 14: Operating Systems
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 7.1 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 4.2 and higher... -
Page 15: Components
Chapter 1. Introduction Components Front View Note: The CS1316 is pictured above. The CS1308 / CS1308D front panel is the same as the CS1316, except that it has 8 KVM port LEDs instead of 16. Component Description Port LEDs These port selection pushbuttons each contain 2 LEDs. -
Page 16: Rear View
The custom console cable set that is provided to attach the console monitor, keyboard, and mouse plugs in here. Note: The CS1316 is pictured above. The CS1308 rear panel is the same as the CS1316, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16. -
Page 17: Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup Overview The CS1308 / CS1316 is a combo switch designed to work with USB and PS/ 2 interfaces. It utilizes custom KVM cables that serve as intermediaries between the switch and the connected computers. A separate custom KVM cable is required for each computer connection. -
Page 18: Stacking And Rack Mounting
KVM switch. Peel the protective backing off of the foot pads, and affix them to the bottom panel of the CS1308 / CS1316 at the corners, as shown in the diagram below. -
Page 19: Rack Mounting - Front
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Rack Mounting – Front 1. Remove the screws from the left and right side panels near the front of the switch (2 screws total). 2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack mount kit to screw the rack mounting brackets onto the side panels near the front of the unit. - Page 20 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 3. Place the CS1308 / CS1316 in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the front of the rack.
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Page 21: Rack Mounting - Rear
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Rack Mounting – Rear 1. Remove 1 screws each from the left and right sides of the switch (2 screws total) near the rear of the unit. 2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mount kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides at the rear of the unit. -
Page 22: Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded. Use a grounding wire to ground the CS1308 / CS1316 by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of... -
Page 23: Single Level Installation
In a single level installation, there are no additional switches cascaded from the first unit. To set up a single level installation do the following: 1. Ground the CS1308 / CS1316 and make sure that power has been turned off to all the computers you will be connecting up. -
Page 24: Cable Connection Diagrams
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Cable Connection Diagrams Console Cable Installation Diagram PS/2 KVM Cable Installation Diagrams USB KVM Cable Connection PS/2 KVM Cable Connection... -
Page 25: Two Level Installation
Two Level Installation To control even more computers, up to 16 additional switches can be cascaded from the first CS1308 / CS1316. As many as 256 computers can be controlled from a single console in a complete installation. Tables showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of CS1308 / CS1316 units needed to control them are provided on page 52 in the Appendix. - Page 26 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Two Level Installation Diagram...
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Page 27: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Hot Plugging The CS1308 / CS1316 supports hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down. In order for hot plugging to work... -
Page 28: Manual Port Switching
Use the front panel pushbutton switches to manually switch to a port. Port ID Numbering Each port on a CS1308 / CS1316 installation is assigned a unique Port ID. You can directly access any computer on any level of the installation by specifying the Port ID that the computer is connected to –... -
Page 29: Osd Operation
OSD Hotkey You can display the OSD on the console monitor while also viewing the display of any port on the CS1308 / CS1316 by pressing the [Scroll Lock] key twice. Note: You can optionally change the OSD hotkey to the Ctrl key, in which case you would press [Ctrl] twice (see OSD Hotkey, page 23). -
Page 30: Osd Main Screen
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual OSD Main Screen When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears: Note: 1. The diagram depicts the administrator's main screen. The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions, since these are reserved for the administrator and can't be accessed by users. -
Page 31: Osd Navigation
Chapter 4. OSD Operation OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate OSD, click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD window; or press [Esc]. To log out, click F8 at the top of the main screen, or press [F8]. To move up or down through the list one line at a time, click the up and down triangle symbols ( ) or use the up and down arrow keys. -
Page 32: F1: Goto
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual F1: GOTO Clicking the F1 field or pressing [F1] activates the GOTO function. GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port's Name, or its Port ID. To use the name method, key in 1; key in the port's Name; then press [Enter]. -
Page 33: F3: Set
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F3: SET This function allows the administrator and each user to set up his own working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username that was provided during login. To change a setting: 1. - Page 34 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function SCAN–SKIP Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode (see MODE F5 SKP, page 28), and Auto Scan mode (see F7 SCAN, page 29. Choices are: ALL - All the ports which have been set accessible (see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS, page 25);...
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Page 35: F4: Adm
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F4: ADM F4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting double-click it, or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter]. - Page 36 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function SET LOGOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with TIMEOUT this function, the user is automatically logged out. A login is necessary before the console can be used again.
- Page 37 3. Press [Esc] to exit. The operating system you selected is assigned to the KVM port. FIRMWARE In order to upgrade the CS1308 / CS1316 firmware (see page 41), UPGRADE you must first enable Firmware Upgrade mode with this setting.
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Page 38: F5: Skp
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual F5: SKP Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip (SKP) mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward – switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one. -
Page 39: F7: Scan
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F7: SCAN Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan mode. This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. -
Page 40: F8: Lout
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual F8: LOUT Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the console screen. This is different from simply pressing [Esc] when you are at the main screen to deactivate the OSD. With... -
Page 41: Keyboard Port Operation
Keyboard Port Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard. The CS1308 / CS1316 provides the following hotkey port control features: Selecting the Active Port Auto Scan Mode Switching... -
Page 42: Control And F12 Keys
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Control and F12 Keys 1. Hold down the Ctrl key; 2. Press and release the F12 key; 3. Release the Ctrl key: [Ctrl] + [F12] When Hotkey mode is active: A command line appears on the monitor screen. The command line prompt is the word Hotkey: in white text on a blue background, and displays the subsequent hotkey information that you key in. -
Page 43: Auto Scan Mode
Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation Auto Scan Mode Auto Scan automatically switches, at regular intervals, among all the KVM ports that have been set as accessible under Scan–Skip Mode, so that their activity can be monitored automatically. See Scan–Skip Mode on page 23 for more information. -
Page 44: Skip Mode
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long as you like – as opposed to auto-scanning, which automatically switches after a fixed interval. -
Page 45: Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset
Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset If the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently selected port, you can perform a keyboard / mouse reset on the computer. This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging the keyboard and mouse on the target computer. -
Page 46: Quick Hotkey Control
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Quick Hotkey Control The Quick Hotkey (see HOTKEY, page 24) can be toggled between [Num Lock] + [-], and [Ctrl] + [F12]. To toggle the Quick Hotkey: 1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination. -
Page 47: Port Os Control
After pressing a function key you automatically exit Hotkey mode. Restore Default Values This administrator only hotkey restores the CS1308 / CS1316 default values. See RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES, page 26. To restore the default values, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. -
Page 48: Hotkey Summary Table
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Hotkey Summary Table [Num Lock] + [-] [A] [Enter] Invokes Auto Scan mode. When Auto Scan mode is in effect, [P] or [Ctrl] + [F12] [Q] [Enter] left-click pauses auto-scanning. When auto-scanning is paused, pressing any key or another left-click resumes auto- scanning. -
Page 49: Keyboard Emulation
Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift [Ctrl] Ctrl [Ctrl] [1] [Ctrl] [2] [Ctrl] [3] [Ctrl] [4] [Alt]... -
Page 50: Sun Keyboard
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below. -
Page 51: The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility is to provide an automated process for upgrading all CS1308 / CS1316 switches in an installation. The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. -
Page 52: Preparation
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Preparation To prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following: 1. Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port of your switch. -
Page 53: Starting The Upgrade
Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Starting the Upgrade To upgrade the firmware: 1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double- clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility welcome screen appears: Note: The screens shown in this section are for reference only. - Page 54 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual 4. Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device's firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device's version is higher than the upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel.
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Page 55: Upgrade Succeeded
Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful. Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. Upgrade Failed If the Upgrade Succeeded screen doesn't appear, it means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully. -
Page 56: Firmware Upgrade Recovery
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When a firmware upgrade is manually aborted. When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails. When the I/O firmware upgrade fails. To perform a firmware upgrade recovery, do the following: 1. -
Page 57: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. - Page 58 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
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Page 59: Rack Mounting
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. -
Page 60: Technical Support
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates... -
Page 61: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Function CS1308 CS1316 Computer Direct Connections Max. 64 (via cascade) 256 (via cascade) Port Selection OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton Connectors Console Keyboard 1 x SPHD-15 Male Ports (Yellow) Video Mouse Keyboard 8 x SPHD-15 Female 16 x SPHD-15 Female... -
Page 62: Connection Tables
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of switches and the maximum number of computers that they can control. CS1308 to Compatible 8-Port Switches Switches Computers Switches Computers Switches Computers CS1308 to Compatible 16-Port Switches... -
Page 63: Supported Kvm Switches
Appendix Supported KVM Switches The table below lists KVM switches that are compatible with the CS1308 / CS1316 and the type of expansion that they use. (KVM switches listed below are sold separately. Contact your dealer for details.) Expansion Type... -
Page 64: Restoring Factory Default Settings
Restoring Factory Default Settings You can restore the factory default settings (listed on the next page) for the CS1308 / CS1316. With this procedure, the administrator and all user accounts are removed from the system. All port names and setting are also removed. -
Page 65: Osd Factory Default Settings
Appendix OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds Port ID Display Mode Port Number plus Port Name Scan Duration 5 Seconds Scan-Skip Mode... -
Page 66: Troubleshooting
CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual Troubleshooting Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. In addition, updating the product’s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released. - Page 67 Components, 5 Beeper Control, 35, 36 computer connection tables, 52 Command Mode, 24 console cable installation, 14 OSD, 23 CS1308 / CS1316 Selecting the Active Port, 32 front view, 5 Summary Table, 38 rear view, 6 Hotkey Mode exiting, 32...
- Page 68 CS1308 / CS1316 User Manual LIST, 22 quick view ports, 27 Logout, 30 Logout Timeout, 26 rack mounting, 8 LOUT, 30 front, 9 rear, 11 mounting safety information, 49 desktop, 8 Requirements rack, 8 OS Support, 4 Restore Default Values, 26...