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Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 Owner's Manual

8- and 16-port cat5 rackmount kvm switches
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Owner's Manual
8- and 16-Port
NetCommander
™
Cat5 Rackmount
KVM Switches
Model #: B072-008-1 and B072-016-1
Tripp Lite World Headquarters
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA
(773) 869-1234, www.tripplite.com
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 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1 Copyright © 2006 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Features..p. 3 System Components…...p. 3 Compatibility… ...p. 3 Configuration… ...p. 4 Front Panel ...p. 4 Rear Panel...p. 4 Installation……..p. 5 Pre-Installation Guidelines ...p. 5 Connecting the NetCommander KVM System…..p. 5 NetCommander Server Interface Unit..p. 5 Connecting the Power Supply ...p.

  • Page 3: Features

    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 hotkeys key sequences •...

  • Page 4: Configuration

    Configuration Figure 1 illustrates the basic configuration of the KVM system. Front Panel 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. Rear Panel Figure 3 shows the rear of the 16 port KVM (Model B072-016-1).

  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Pre-Installation Guidelines • Switch off all computers • Ensure that the cables are not close to any sources of electrical noise interference such as fluorescent lights, HVAC systems or motors • Ensure that the distance between any computer and the KVM switch does not exceed 33 ft. Connecting the NetCommander KVM System Connect each computer to the KVM using a Server Interface Unit (SIU) and Cat5e patch cable (for best results, use STP cables—N105 series).
  • Page 6 Installation (continued) Connecting a NetCommander USB Server Interface Unit (B078-001-USB) The USB Server Interface Unit supports Windows 98 SE and later, MAC, SUN and SGI. To connect the USB Server Interface Unit: 1. Connect the VGA connector to the computer's Video card. 2.

  • Page 7: Connecting The Power Supply

    Installation (continued) Connecting the Power Supply 1. Plug in the KVM. Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. 2. Switch ON the computers. Resetting the KVM Switch To reset the KVM switch, press both Select buttons on the front panel simultaneously. The Server Interface Units are unaffected by this reset.

  • Page 8: Cascading Netcommander Kvm Switches

    Installation (continued) Cascading NetCommander KVM Switches To cascade two or more NetCommander KVM switches, follow the connections in the figure below. Setting the different OSD display hotkeys is explained on page 11. Operation Basic Operation Switch between the connected computers using any of the following methods: •...

  • Page 9: On-Screen Display

    Operation (continued) On-Screen Display To 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 Type column indicates whether a computer “C” or another KVM switch “S” is connected to the port.

  • Page 10: General Settings

    Operation (continued) General Settings With the highlight line on the word GENERAL, press [Enter]. The General Settings window appears (see Figure 11). From this screen you can do the following: Security The OSD offers an advanced password security system made up of three different security levels.

  • Page 11: F7 Defaults

    Operation (continued) Changing the OSD hotkey By pressing [Shift], [Shift] the OSD appears. You can replace [Shift], [Shift] with any of the following: • [Ctrl], [Ctrl] • [Ctrl], [F11] • [Print Screen] To change the hotkey: 1. Navigate to the Hotkey line. 2.

  • Page 12: Port Settings

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

  • Page 13: Time Settings

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

  • Page 14: Security

    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 -View access only, to a particular computer (No keyboard/mouse functionality) •...

  • Page 15: Scanning Computers (F4)

    Operation (continued) Scanning Computers (F4) You can adjust the scan time in the Time Settings window (see Figure 13). To 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. To deactivate scanning: Press [F4].

  • Page 16: System Requirements

    System Requirements • Pentium 166 or higher with 16MB RAM and 10MB free Hard Drive space • Free Serial port • Windows 98 and later To update the firmware the KVM system must be connected and switched on Software Upgrading the KVM Firmware With the NetCommander KVM Update software program you can upgrade the firmware for the: •...

  • Page 17: Starting And Configuring The Kvm Update

    Software (continued) Starting and Configuring the KVM Update 1. Start the KVM Update software. The KVM Update window appears (see Figure 17). Figure 17 The KVM Switch Update window The table below explains the functions of the buttons and boxes in the KVM Switch Update window.

  • Page 18: Verifying The Version Numbers

    Software (continued) 3. Choose an available Com Port and click OK. Note! The RS232 Serial cable must be connected to the selected Serial port. Verifying the Version Numbers Before upgrading the firmware, you must first verify which firmware and hardware versions you have.

  • Page 19: Reset

    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. You may only see the files that match the file selection mask.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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.

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications Operating Systems Mouse Resolution Transmission distance NetCommander KVM Switch Dimensions - 8/16 port Weight - 8/16 port Power supply Connections System Serial Monitor Keyboard Mouse Operating / Recommended ambient temperature Storage temperature Humidity NetCommander Server Interface Units Connections Keyboard/Mouse System Power FCC Radio/TV Interference Notice...

  • Page 22: 1-Year Limited Warranty

    1-Year Limited Warranty 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.
  • Page 24 Tripp Lite World Headquarters 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA (773) 869-1234, www.tripplite.com 200610072 93-2520...

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