System Components; The Netcommander Ip Unit - Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-016-IP4 Owner's Manual

1. Product Overview
• If an extension cord is used with this device, make sure that the total ampere rating of all products used on the 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.
• To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power, it is recommended that you plug your
devices into a Tripp Lite surge protector, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
• When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, observe the following precautions:
o Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply
o Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply
o If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies
o Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts, resulting in a
risk of fire or electrical shock
o Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
• If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair:
o The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed
o Liquid has been spilled into the device
o The device has been exposed to rain or water
o The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
o The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service
o The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed
• Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that
will require extensive repair work by a qualified technician.

1.6 System Components

Before installing the NetCommander IP , verify that you have all the components on the following list, as well as any other items required for
installation.
• NetCommander 216 IP (B072-016-IP2), 232 IP (B072-032-IP2/B072-032-IP2-K), 416 IP (B072-016-IP4), or 432 IP (B072-032-IP4/
B072-032-IP4-K).
• A B078-101-PS2, B078-101-USB-1 or B078-101-USB2 (ordered separately) for each computer/server you will be connecting.
• Cat5e/6 cable* (ordered separately) for each computer/server you will be connecting, as well as for network and serial connections.
• Rackmount hardware (included).
• (x2) Power cords (included).
* To ensure proper functionality, shielded Cat5e/6 cable must be used with the B078-101-USB2, and is recommended for all other SIUs for best performance.

1.7 The NetCommander IP Unit

The NetCommander IP front panel is illustrated in the figure below. Note: The figure below shows a B072-032-IP4, but the front panel will
be functionally the same for all models.
LED Functionality
This Blue LED illuminates to indicate that the unit is powered on. No light indicates that the unit is powered off. When
Power
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LED a LAN redundancy event occurs, and LAN 2 takes over for LAN 1, this LED will blink slowly. When a Power redundancy
event occurs, this LED will blink quickly. To stop the LED from blinking after a redundancy event, the KVM must be
powered off and back on.
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