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Belkin OmniView F1DP108Gea User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    OmniView ® KVM-over-IP Switch User Manual F1DP108Gea F1DP116Gea...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Specifications ... 8 3. Local Installation ...11 Pre-Configuration ...11 Mounting the Switch ...13 Connecting the Console to the Switch ...14 Connecting Servers to the Switch Powering Up the Systems ... 22 Daisy-Chaining Multiple KVM Switches (Optional) ... 23 4. Remote Installation ... 28 Identifying the IP Address ...
  • Page 4 Using the Switch from a Remote Console ... 43 Starting a Remote Session Using the Quick-Access Toolbar Mouse Configuration and Settings Keyboard Configuration and Settings Video Configuration and Settings Performance Settings Selecting a Server Additional Features Restoring Factory Defaults Using the Switch from a Local Console ... 58...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    For quick and easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in your packaging. We appreciate your business and are confident that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are in use worldwide. Package Contents OmniView SMB...

  • Page 6: Overview

    Remote-Management Features • Digital or Local User The Switch allows one user to access and control multiple servers from a local console, or from any remote console over a TCP/IP connection. • Web-Browser Based You can access the Switch from any computer connected to the LAN, WAN, or Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher.

  • Page 7: Other Features

    Flash upgrades allow you to obtain the latest firmware updates for your Switch. These firmware updates ensure that the Switch is compatible with the latest devices and hardware and are free for the life of the Switch. Visit www.belkin.com for upgrade information and support.

  • Page 8: Equipment Requirements

    F1DP101AeaAP F1DP101AeaAU F1DP101AeaAL 4 4 4 Server Interface Modules Connecting the Switch to a server requires a custom Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module and a standard CAT5 patch cable. OmniView SMB Server Interface Modules: F1DP101AeaAP (PS/2 style) F1DP101AeaAU (USB style)
  • Page 9 Overview A3L791-XX-YYY A3L850-XX-YYY A3L980-XX-YYY F1D108-CBL Cables Belkin highly recommends you use Belkin Category 5e, FastCAT5e, or Category 6 Patch Cables for your SMB KVM-over-IP Switch to help ensure the superior performance of your video. These Cables offer the highest quality possible to ensure optimal data and video transmission.

  • Page 10: System Requirements

    Overview System Requirements Operating-System (OS) Platforms The SMB KVM-over-IP Switch is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms: • Windows , 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP, Server 2003 ® ® • Microsoft DOS 5.x and above ®...

  • Page 11: Unit Display Diagrams

    Overview Unit Display Diagrams Front View AutoScan Button LED Indicators for Port Identification �� �� �� �� �� �� �� Port Selectors Back View Daisy-Chain Port Console VGA Monitor Port ����� ��� ����������� ����������� ������� Console PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Flash-Upgrade Port Ports ��...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Typical Bandwidth: Serial-Device Port: Flash-Upgrade Port: Power Connection: Port Selectors: LED Indicators: Warranty: F1DP108Gea, F1DP116Gea 1 digital or 1 local 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models Maximum of 16 Switches* Metal enclosure with high-impact plastic faceplate 100–240VAC @ 47–63Hz/1A 0°...

  • Page 13: Monitor Connection

    Max. Distance Supported: Weight: Unit Dimensions: VGA-Cable Length: PS/2-Cable Length: (F1DP108Gea) 17.25 x 1.75 x 7.5 in. (438 x 45 x 190mm) (F1DP116Gea) 17.25 x 1.75 x 7.5 in. (438 x 45 x 190mm) (F1DP108G) 5.0 lbs. (2.3kg.) (F1DP116G) 5.0 lbs. (2.3kg.)
  • Page 14 Overview SMB Server Interface Module, USB Part No.: Emulation: Power: Keyboard/Mouse Connection: Monitor Connection: Resolution Support: Max. Distance Supported: Weight: Unit Dimensions: VGA-Cable Length: USB-Cable Length: SMB Server Interface Module, Legacy Sun Part No.: Emulation: Power: Keyboard/Mouse Connection: Monitor Connection: Resolution Support: Max.

  • Page 15: Local Installation

    • the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse • the location of your servers in relation to your console • the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the Switch OmniView SMB...
  • Page 16 CAT5 UTP cable between the Switch and the connected servers does not exceed 100 feet (30m). Note: The Belkin CAT5 Extender (F1D084vea2) may be used to extend your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m).

  • Page 17: Mounting The Switch

    19-inch racks. The mounting brackets feature three adjustment positions that allow you to set the Switch’s face flush with the ends of the rails, or to extend the Switch past the front of the rails. Please follow these simple steps to achieve the desired adjustment.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Console To The Switch

    2.1 Connect your monitor VGA cable to the VGA port on the back of the Switch in the “Console” section. (Refer to diagram below.) 2.2 Connect your keyboard and mouse PS/2 cables to the PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports on the back of the Switch in the “Console” section. (Refer to diagram below.) �����...
  • Page 19 2.3 Locate and connect a cable from your local area network to the RJ45 Ethernet port on the back of the Switch. (Refer to diagram below.) 2.4 Attach the power cord to the IEC power jack on the back of the Switch, and power up the Switch. (Refer to diagram below.) �����...

  • Page 20: Connecting Servers To The Switch

    Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (PS/2 Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered off. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for PS/2 (F1DP101AeaAP), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server 3.3 Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and...
  • Page 21 Local Installation Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) 3.5 Power up your server. 3.6 Repeat steps 3.1 through 3.5 for each additional PS/2 server you wish to connect.

  • Page 22: Usb Connection

    Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (USB Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered on. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for USB (F1DP101AeaAU), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server 3.3 Connect the USB connector to an available USB port on the server.
  • Page 23 Local Installation 3.4 Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) Your server should recognize your Server Interface Module and automatically install the HID USB driver if necessary.
  • Page 24 Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (Sun MiniDIN8 Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered off. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for Legacy Sun (F1DP101AeaAL), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server 3.3 Connect the miniDIN8 connector to the miniDIN8 keyboard port on the...
  • Page 25 Local Installation 3.4 Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) 3.5 Power up your server. 3.6 Repeat steps 3.1 through 3.5 for each additional Sun server you wish to connect.

  • Page 26: Powering Up The Systems

    Step 4 Powering Up the Systems 4.1 If you have not already done so, power on all servers connected to the Switch (servers can be powered on simultaneously). The Switch emulates both a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your server to boot normally.

  • Page 27: Daisy-Chaining Multiple Kvm Switches (Optional)

    You cannot daisy-chain two SMB KVM-over-IP Switches together. Note: A Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D108-CBL-XX) is required to daisy-chain each KVM Switch and is available through your Belkin reseller, or online at www.belkin.com (U.S. only). How to Assign a BANK Address All SMB CAT5 and PRO2 KVM Switches feature a “BANK DIP”...
  • Page 28 Example: Three SMB CAT5 16-Port KVM Switches (F1DP116Aea) are daisy-chained together with an SMB KVM-over-IP 1x16 Switch (F1DP116Gea) to manage up to 64 servers. The DIP switches on the secondary units are each set to a unique BANK address (between 01 and 03).
  • Page 29 Local Installation Example of Daisy-Chain Configuration ����������� ����� ��� ������� BANK 00 SMB KVM-over-IP Switch BANK 01 Secondary Switch BANK 02 Secondary Switch BANK 03 Secondary Switch ������ ��������...

  • Page 30: Getting Started

    Place the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch and all secondary KVM Switches in the desired location. Connect the console monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the console ports of the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch. Refer to “Connecting the Console to the Switch” on page 14. Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches: Using the Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D108-CBL-XX), connect one end to the “Daisy-Chain”...
  • Page 31 16 for instructions. Make sure that the power adapter is connected to the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch and that the Switch is powered on. You should see the Switch light up and display the digits “00”, indicating its BANK address.

  • Page 32: Remote Installation

    Switch will boot with the following static IP address: 192.168.2.155. If you want to connect more than one Switch to the same network and there is no DHCP server available, connect each Switch to your network one at a time and change the static IP address of each unit before connecting the next unit.

  • Page 33: Logging Into The Web Interface

    Open your web browser (Internet Explorer version 6.0 or above is required). Type in the Switch’s IP address in the address field, using this format: https://192.168.2.155/config. The login page will appear (see Fig. 1). Bookmark the page for easy reference.
  • Page 34 Remote Installation Click page (see Fig. 2). . The web interface will open at the Network-Configuration Fig. 2 Network-Configuration Page...

  • Page 35: Network Configuration

    Click “Yes” on both warnings. Note: The first security warning only occurs once per client machine. This is when the Belkin root certificate is installed. The second warning can be avoided by adding a line to your Windows “hosts” file (typically at \winnt\system32\ drivers\etc\hosts—edit using Notepad).
  • Page 36 When this box is checked (default setting), a DHCP server on your network is enabled to assign an IP address to the Switch. When this box is not checked (recommended), you can assign a static IP address to the Switch.

  • Page 37: User Settings

    Remote Installation Step 4 User Settings In the User-Profile page, you can create and edit up to 25 different user accounts. To open the page, click “User Settings” under “Administration” in the far-left menu (see Fig. 3). There are three levels of user access: Administrator An administrator has unrestricted access to all windows and settings and can “take over”...

  • Page 38: View Only

    Note: Only one administrator can log in to the Configuration page at a time. The Switch can support up to eight simultaneous viewers to a remote session, but only the administrator can take control of the server.

  • Page 39: Blocking A User

    Remote Installation To edit a user: Select the user from the list. Click . You can now change all the available parameters—user name, permission type, and password. Click to save the changes. Note: For security, you should change the password for the default “admin” user name.

  • Page 40: Switch Configuration

    Step 5 Switch Configuration The Switch-Configuration page allows you to specify the KVM Switches daisy-chained to the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch, and to name all connected servers. To open the page, click “Switch Configuration” under “Administration” in the far-left column (see Fig. 4).
  • Page 41 Server names left as “UNUSED” cannot be accessed. Installing new Switch-Definition Files (SDFs) If your switch-configuration type is not listed in the Daisy-Chain drop-down list, contact Belkin Technical Support at (800) 282-2355 to request an updated SDF with the desired KVM-configuration list. To install the SDF: Load the file onto the client computer.

  • Page 42: Serial Settings

    Remote Installation Step 6 Serial Settings If you have a serial device connected to the Switch, such as a power distribution unit (PDU), you must configure the serial (RS232) settings. To open the Serial-Settings page, click “Serial Settings” under “Administration” in the far-left menu (see Fig.

  • Page 43: Security Settings

    Remote Installation Step 7 Security Settings The Security-Settings page allows you to configure security features for the Switch. To open the Security-Settings page, click “Settings” under “Security” in the far-left menu (see Fig. 6). Fig. 6 Security-Settings Page You can configure the following security features:...

  • Page 44: Ssl Certificate

    Remote Installation Idle Timeout Select the maximum time allowed for inactivity before the user is disconnected from the remote session. Choose “No Timeout” to disable the Idle Timeout feature. By default, the timeout inactivity period is set to 10 minutes. SSL Certificate You can install your company’s own SSL certificate to protect data transferred over the Internet between your servers and remote console.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Maintenance Firmware Upgrade You can upgrade the Switch’s firmware to take advantage of new features or fixes as they become available. Visit www.belkin.com/support to check for firmware updates. To upgrade firmware: Download and save the firmware file on the client computer.

  • Page 46: Restore Factory Settings

    Remote Installation Restore Factory Settings You can restore the Switch to its original factory settings. This restores the original parameters, resetting all the information added by the administrators, including: network settings, servers, switches, users, and passwords. You also have the option to preserve network settings, as explained below.

  • Page 47: Using The Switch From A Remote Console

    The dialog box will not appear for a “view only” user. Fig. 10 Server-Access Dialog Box Note: Use the Go local button located in at the rear of the switch to end a current Remote session and take over the KVM locally.

  • Page 48: Full-Screen Mode

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Full-Screen Mode You can work on the target server in full-screen mode, just as if you were connected to the server locally. To work in full-screen mode: Ensure that the client computer has the same screen resolution as the target server.

  • Page 49: Using The Quick-Access Toolbar

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Using the Quick-Access Toolbar The quick-access toolbar provides an easy method for changing settings and switching servers (see Fig. 12). Fig. 12 Quick-Access Toolbar Icon Function Minimize or maximize the toolbar Disconnect the remote session...

  • Page 50: Mouse Configuration And Settings

    A target server may have a different mouse-pointer speed than the client computer. Calibration automatically discovers the mouse speed of the target server and aligns the two pointers. When you calibrate pointers, the Switch saves the alignment, so calibration is only needed once per target server.

  • Page 51: Manual Settings

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Manual Settings You must manually synchronize the mouse pointers if: • the mouse setting on the target server was ever changed, or • the operating system on the target server is Windows XP,...
  • Page 52 USB setting to be on for proper mouse synchronization. Use this option if you are sure of the custom acceleration algorithm you are using, or if you have been informed to do so by Belkin Technical Support.

  • Page 53: Advanced-Mouse Emulation

    In the Advanced-Mouse settings, you can set the type of mouse you would like the Switch to emulate. Note: Belkin recommends that you NOT change the advanced settings unless there is erratic mouse behavior (i.e., if the mouse is making random clicks and jumping arbitrarily around the screen).

  • Page 54: Keyboard Configuration And Settings

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Keyboard Configuration and Settings You can define and transmit a keyboard sequence directly to the target server, without affecting the client computer. To transmit a keyboard sequence: In the quick-access toolbar, click Select a key sequence to transmit to the target server.
  • Page 55 Using the Switch from a Remote Console Click “Add Predefined”. A list of sequences will appear. Select the desired sequence and click “OK”. The sequence will appear in the Special-Key-Manager box. Click “OK”. The sequence will now appear in the Keyboard-Key-Sequence list.

  • Page 56: Video Configuration And Settings

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Video Configuration and Settings Refresh You may need to refresh the video image when changing the display attributes of a target server. To refresh the video settings: In the quick-access toolbar, click Select “Refresh” or press “Crl+R”.

  • Page 57: Auto Video Adjust

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Fig. 18 Manual Video-Adjust Bar Auto Video Adjust To adjust the video automatically: Open Internet Explorer (or similar) in the background. In the quick-access toolbar, click Select “Auto video adjust”. The process will take a few seconds. If the process runs for more than three seconds, there may be an abnormal noise level.

  • Page 58: Performance Settings

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Performance Settings (Bandwidth) You can adjust the bandwidth settings on the Switch to give you the desired compression and color-support levels for your remote sessions. To change the bandwidth settings: In the quick-access toolbar, click on will appear (see Fig.

  • Page 59: Selecting A Server

    Using the Switch from a Remote Console Selecting a Server The quick-access toolbar allows you to easily select and switch to any server connected to the Switch or daisy-chain configuration. To connect to a different server: In the quick-access toolbar, click of connected servers will appear (see Fig.

  • Page 60: Additional Features

    From this menu you can access your connected servers. The menu also provides the following features: • Disconnect—Disconnects the remote session. • About—Verifies the current version of software/firmware of your Switch. • About—Verifies the current version of software/firmware of your Switch. • About—...

  • Page 61: Restoring Factory Defaults

    (you have forgotten the user name, IP address, or password), you can restore factory defaults from the Switch. To restore factory defaults: Press and hold down the “Go-Local” button on the back of the Switch for five seconds while powering up the Switch. The Switch will boot up in safe mode.

  • Page 62: Using The Switch From A Local Console

    Switch, the Scroll Lock key must be pressed twice within two seconds. The Switch will beep, confirming that it is in hot-key mode. Next, press the up arrow key and the Switch will switch to the next port. Press the down arrow key to switch to the previous port.
  • Page 63 Using the Switch from a Local 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. Press “Scroll Lock”, “Scroll Lock”, “Page Down”, to switch to the next BANK.

  • Page 64: Selecting A Bank Using Scroll Buttons

    The “BANK +” button will take you to the next BANK. For example, when you are at the primary switch (BANK 00) and want to check servers on BANK 02, pressing the “BANK +” button will take you to BANK 02. As a default, the first active server will be displayed on the console monitor.

  • Page 65: Autoscan Mode

    OSD menu (see the “Scan Time” section). When the Switch 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.

  • Page 66: On-Screen Display

    The main OSD menu displays the current selected BANK and connected servers to that BANK. If you have only one Switch in your configuration, the OSD menu will display “BANK 00”. A “✹” symbol indicates that the connected server is powered up.
  • Page 67 ↑↓ Page Up/Page Down Insert Enter 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.

  • Page 68: Admin Password

    Scan Time This specifies the amount of time the Switch remains on a server before switching to the next server while in AutoScan mode. You may set the scan-time interval to anywhere between 1 and 99 seconds. To change the scan time, use the arrow keys to navigate to the Scan Time field, and type in the desired time interval (in seconds).

  • Page 69: Hot Key

    Note: If you change the Hot Key to something different than SCROLL LOCK, you must load a new Switch Definition File for that hot key. See page 37. Timeout This specifies the amount of time that can elapse before the administrator will be locked out of the KVM Switch (and connected servers) due to user inactivity.

  • Page 70: Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts

    Using the Switch from a Local Console Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts Below is a complete list of hot-key commands that can be used for your Switch: Command Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Page Up Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock,...

  • Page 71: Sun Combo Keys

    Using the Switch from a Local Console Sun Combo Keys The PS/2 keyboard connected to the Switch does not support the Sun keypad to perform special functions in the Sun-operating-system environment. When a USB or Sun Server Interface Module is connected to a Sun server, the Server Interface Module emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called Combo keys.

  • Page 72: Updating Firmware

    Firmware upgrades are free for the life of your Switch. 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 Switch.

  • Page 73: Frequently Asked Questions

    XP, 2003 Server; Sun; Solaris; Novell; and Linux. Does the Switch support Microsoft IntelliMouse The Switch supports mice from Microsoft, Logitech Belkin. Please contact Belkin Technical Support for compatibility issues you may experience. How does the Switch allow the user to switch between ports? The Switch supports three methods of port selection.

  • Page 74: Refresh Rates

    What communication ports does the Switch use so it can be accessed remotely? Five ports have to be open to remotely connect to the Switch. Ports 80 and 443 are used for standard web communication. Three consecutive ports are used to send the remote video. These can be user-defined. By default, ports 900, 901, and 902 are used.

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    Local Console General Problem: My server does not boot when connected to the Switch but works fine when I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to the server. Solution: • Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected tightly between the Server Interface Module and the server.
  • Page 76 Microsof keyboard driver. Mouse Problem: The mouse is lost when I switch to a different port. Solution: • Check that the mouse you are using is connected properly to the console port of the Switch.
  • Page 77 Troubleshooting Problem: When I switch from one port to another, mouse movement is completely erratic. Solution: • Make sure you do not have more than one mouse driver installed. Make sure that the driver is either for a standard PS/2 mouse or a Microsoft server-compatible PS/2 mouse.

  • Page 78: Remote Console

    • Make sure you uncheck the “Enable DHCP” box. • Check whether the computer you are using to access the web interface has an IP address in the same domain as the new IP address to which you set your Switch.

  • Page 79: Glossary

    Glossary The following definitions are used throughout this User Manual. AutoScan: A mode of operation where the KVM switch scans from one port AutoScan: AutoScan: A mode of operation where the KVM switch scans from one port to another, on an ongoing basis, as configured by the user.
  • Page 80 Port: An interface receptor on a server through which you can attach a device or Port: plug in a device cable. Primary KVM Switch: The switch that is connected to the console and is set to BANK address 00. SSL: Secure Sockets Layer. Cryptographic protocols that provide secure communications on the Internet for such things as email and Internet banking.

  • Page 81: Information

    (except for shipping charges for the product). What is not covered by this warranty? All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin Corporation for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin Corporation determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with.
  • Page 82 Information How to get service. To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps: 1. Contact Belkin Corporation at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton CA 90220, Attn: Customer Service, or call (800)-223-5546, within 15 days of the Occurrence.
  • Page 84 Belkin Tech Support Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 © 2006 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Microsoft, NT, IntelliMouse, and ActiveX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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