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8- and 16-Port NetCommander
Cat5 Rackmount KVM Switches
Models: B072-008-1, B072-008-1A, B072-016-1
Note: Follow these installation and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to
prevent damage to this unit or to its connected devices.
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Summary of Contents for Tripp Lite B072-008-1A
- Page 1 You could also win an ISOBAR6ULTRA surge protector— a $100 value! www.tripplite.com/warranty 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • www.tripplite.com/support Copyright © 2015 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 15-08-291-933350.indd 1 8/31/2015 9:59:09 AM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Features 6. Operation Basic Operation 2. System Components 6.1.1 Pushbuttons 3. Compatibility 6.1.2 Keyboard Hotkeys 4. Configuration 6.1.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) Front Panel On-Screen Display (OSD) Back Panel Functions 5. Installation On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 Settings Rackmount Considerations 6.3.1 General 5.1.1 Ambient Operating... -
Page 3: Features
Accessories (available separately from Tripp Lite) include: • Server interface units (SIU)—PS/2 (model B078-101-PS2) or USB (model B078-101-USB-1) • Cat5e/6 cables (Tripp Lite model series: N001-, N002-, N201-, N202- or N105-) 3. Compatibility • The NetCommander Cat5 KVM Switch is compatible with: •... -
Page 4: Configuration
Reliable grounding of all rack-mounted equipment must be maintained. To protect against circuit overloading you should connect your Console KVM and attached computers/servers to a Tripp Lite SmartPro ® or SmartOnline ® UPS System. 15-08-291-933350.indd 4 8/31/2015 9:59:09 AM... -
Page 5: Rackmounting The
5. Installation (continued) 5.2 Rackmounting the NetCommander KVM Use the L-shaped brackets and screws provided to mount the KVM in a server rack as illustrated below. Insert screws to connect to rack Figure 5.2 Connecting the L-shaped bracket Insert screws to connect to Switch side panel 5.3 Pre-Installation Guidelines... -
Page 6: Ps/2 Server Interface Unit
5. Installation (continued) 5.5.1 PS/2 Server Interface Unit Connecting a NetCommander PS/2 Server Interface Unit (B078-101-PS2) 1. Shut down the computer being connected to the B078-101-PS2 (SIU) 2. Connect the B078-101-PS2 VGA connector to the computers VGA port 3. Connect the B078-101-PS2 PS/2 Keyboard connector to the computers PS/2 Keyboard port 4. -
Page 7: Resetting The Kvm Switch
5. Installation (continued) 5.7 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. 5.8 Cascading NetCommander KVM Switches To cascade two or more NetCommander KVM Switches, follow the instructions below. You can connect up to 256 computers/servers in a complete 2-level installation. -
Page 8: Operation
6. Operation 6.1 Basic Operation The NetCommander KVM Switch provides three methods for accessing connected computers; Pushbuttons, Keyboard Hotkeys and On-Screen Display (OSD). 6.1.1 Pushbuttons Press the pushbuttons on the front panel of the KVM to toggle between the connected computers. 6.1.2 Keyboard Hotkeys Keyboard hotkeys allow you to toggle between ports using the keyboard. -
Page 9: General
6. Operation (continued) F5 – TUNING As computers are located further away from the KVM switch, the video can become distorted. In the event you are experiencing poor video quality, the TUNING function can be used to correct it. Press the [F5] key to display the currently selected port, with the TUNING bar displayed. - Page 10 6. Operation (continued) 6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS ( continued ) Hotkey By default, the hotkey used in keyboard hotkey commands and to open the OSD is the [Shift] key, but this can be changed to any of the four options below.
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Page 11: Ports
6. Operation (continued) 6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS ( continued ) 6.3.2 Ports Highlight the Ports option and press the [Enter] key to open the Port Settings page. This page allows you to edit port names, set the remote computer keyboard type, and set the hotkey for ports that have second level KVM switches connected to them. -
Page 12: Users
6. Operation (continued) 6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS ( continued ) 6.3.4 Users The Users option can only be accessed when Security is enabled in the General Settings page. (See General under On-Screen Display OSD F2 Settings section for details.) Highlight the Users option and press the [Enter] key to open the User Settings page. -
Page 13: Software
7. Firmware Upgrade 7.1 Firmware Upgrade Computer Requirements • Windows 2000 or higher operating system • Pentium 166 or higher with 16MB RAM and 10MB free hard drive space • Available DB9 serial port 7.2 Firmware Upgrade Software Requirements • Firmware Upgrade Utility—This Windows-based application reads the current firmware and installs the new firmware of the KVM and Server Interface Units (SIUs). - Page 14 NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch OSD box at the top of the utility, and then click the F/W Version button at the bottom of the utility to display the firmware version number. Check this against the firmware you downloaded from the Tripp Lite website to determine if an upgrade is needed. Figure 7-3: OSD Verification 15-08-291-933350.indd 14...
- Page 15 SIU for which you want to verify the firmware. Click the F/W Version button at the bottom of the utility to display the firmware version number. Check this against the firmware you obtained from the Tripp Lite website to determine if an upgrade is needed. Figure 7.5: SIU Verification 15-08-291-933350.indd 15...
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Page 16: Firmware Upgrade
2. Open the File drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Open option. Navigate to and select the firmware upgrade file you downloaded from the Tripp Lite website. 3. To upgrade the OSD firmware, check the NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch OSD box, and then click the Start button to begin the upgrade process. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
8. Troubleshooting Warning: Disconnect device from AC mains before service operation! When using Firmware Update software, you may get a Communication Error message. If a Communication Error message appears 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 2. -
Page 18: Specifications
Compatible with all major operating systems Optional External Mouse PS/2, Wheel mouse, Intellimouse, 5-button mouse Resolution 1600x1200@75Hz NetCommander KVM Models B072-008-1, B072-008-1A, B072-016-1 or Switch B072-016-1A Dimensions - 8/16 port 17” x 5” x 1.7” (unit) Product - 3.7 lbs. -
Page 19: Warranty
12.1 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 20 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • www.tripplite.com/support 15-08-291 • 93-3350_revB 15-08-291-933350.indd 20 8/31/2015 9:59:12 AM...
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