The Adapter ID Function
Server module information (the Adapter ID, port name, OS, keyboard language, and access mode) is
stored on the server module. The switch's Adapter ID function stores this information along with the
server module's configuration information (access rights, etc.), so that when a server is moved with its
server module from one port to another, its settings do not have to be reconfigured. The Adapter ID
function restores them at the new location. Only the port number changes.
When moving the server and server module cable to another switch, only the information that is stored
on the server module is retained. Other settings must be reconfigured, or the Backup/Restore function
can be used (see page 79).
Port settings are stored with the server module. If a server is moved to a new port without its original
server module, or if a different server is connected to the server module, the port settings for the new
server must be manually configured. See "Sidebar Utilities" on page 35 for port configuration details.
Powering Off and Restarting
(Turn Off / On by plugging in and unplugging the power cable.)
If the KVM switch is powered off, or if the KVM switch loses power and needs to be restarted, wait
10 seconds before powering it back on. Servers should not be affected, but if any fail, restart them.
Port ID Numbering
Each server on the installation is assigned a unique Port ID.
A server attached to a first level KVM switch has a one segment Port ID that corresponds to the
KVM Port number to which it is connected.
Port Selection
Port selection is accomplished by means of the GUI. See Port selection details on page 34.
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