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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual SJ/T 11364-2006 The following contains information that relates to China.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL1008 / CL1016 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
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Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The CL1008 / CL1016 Slideaway LCD KVM Switch series are control units that allow access to multiple computers from a single keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) console. A single CL1008 or CL1016 can control up to 8 or 16 computers.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Features Exclusive LED illumination light - designed by ATEN to illuminate the keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in low-light conditions KVM console with 17" LED-backlit LCD monitor in a sliding housing – top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high system rack...
1. Introduction Requirements Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer: A VGA, SVGA or multisync card Note: The integrated LCD monitor's maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz. Make sure that none of the computer resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor's maximum resolution.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual OS Support Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 7.1–7.3, 8.0, 9.0, Fedora Core 2–4 SuSE 8.2, 9.3, 10 Mandriva (Mandrake) 9, 2005 Limited Edition, 2006 UNIX AIX: 4.3, 5L FreeBSD 4.2, 4.5 Novell Netware: 5.0, 6.0 Components Front View Press the Exit/Light pushbutton for...
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1. Introduction Component Description Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in (see item 2 in this table). Slide Release In order to slide the console out, you must first release it by sliding these tabs to the inside. See page 15 for details on sliding the console in and out.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Component Description Firmware Firmware Upgrade Port: The Firmware Upgrade Cable Upgrade that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the Section administrator's computer to the CL1008 / CL1016 plugs into this RJ-11 connector. Firmware Upgrade Switch: During normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position.
1. Introduction Rear View Component Description Daisy Chain Port When daisy chaining units, the cable plugs in here. KVM Port The cables that link to the computers plug in here. Section Note: The shape of these SPHD connectors has been specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in (see the Cables section on page 3, for details).
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Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 49. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual To rack mount the switch, do the following: 1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the second person loosely screws the front brackets to the rack. 2. While the first person still holds the switch in place, the second person slides the L brackets into the switch's side mounting brackets, from the rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack, then screws the L brackets to the rack.
2. Hardware Setup Single Stage Installation In a single stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit. To set up a single stage installation, refer to the installation diagram on the next page (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbers of the installation steps), and do the following: 1.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Note: The CL1016 is pictured above. The CL1008 rear panel is the same as that of the CL1016, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.
2. Hardware Setup Daisy Chain Installation To control even more computers, up to 15 ACS1208A or ACS1216A KVM switches can be daisy chained down from the CL1008 / CL1016. In a complete installation, as many as 248 or 256 computers can be controlled from the CL1008 / CL1016.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual CL1016 ACS1216A ACS1216A Note: The CL1016 is pictured above. The CL1008 rear panel is the same as that of the CL1016, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.
Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The CL1008 / CL1016's console is located under the top cover. As a safety precaution, the console is locked into the In position. To access the console, push the release catches on the unit's front panel toward the center of the switch;...
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Closing the Console To slide the console module in, close the cover and do the following: 1. Pull the safety catches on the unit's side rails toward you and push the module in until it stops. 2.
3. Basic Operation Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30 kg. Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the keyboard module. Right! Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Powering Up Power up the installation according to the following procedure: 1. Power on the first station (CL1008 / CL1016) and wait a few seconds for the unit to ascertain its station ID. 2. Plug in the power adapters for each daisy chained station on the installation in turn (second station, then third station, etc.).
3. Basic Operation LCD OSD Configuration The LCD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons are used to perform the configuration, as described in the table, below: Button Function MENU When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function, pressing this button invokes the Menu function, and brings up the Main Menu.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual LCD Adjustment Settings An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below: Setting Explanation Brightness Adjusts the background black level of the screen image. Contrast Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image. Phase If pixel jitter or horizontal line noise is visible on the display, your LCD may have the wrong phase setting.
3. Basic Operation Port ID Numbering Each KVM port on the installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made up of two parts: a Station Number, and a Port Number: The Station Number – is a two digit number which reflects the switch's position in the daisy chain sequence.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Hot Plugging The CL1008 / CL1016 supports hot plugging – computers can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging and replugging their cables from/into the switch’s KVM ports. In order for the switch’s OSD menus to correspond to the change, however, you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new port information.
Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The on-screen display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All procedures start from the OSD main screen. There are two ways to invoke the OSD: 1. Tap the OSD invocation key on the keyboard (see p. 60), or 2.
F2:LIST F4:ADM F6:BRC F8:LOUT ADMINISTRATOR LIST:ALL SN PN NAME ATEN INTL.CO. 1 ATEN INTL.CO. 2 ATEN INTL.CO. 3 FAX SERVER 1 FAX SERVER 2 WEB SERVER 1 WEB SERVER 2 MAIL SERVER 1 Note: 1. The diagram depicts the administrator's main screen. The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the administrator and can't be accessed by users.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation SN-PN This column lists the port ID numbers (station number - port number) for all the KVM ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is to click it, or move the highlight bar to it, then press Enter.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port, scan selected ports only, limit the list you wish to view, designate a port as a quick view port, create or edit a port name, or make OSD setting adjustments.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F2: LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of ports the OSD displays on the main screen. Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers currently selected for listing on the main screen with this function. The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below: Choice Meaning...
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual F3: SET This function allows the administrator and each user to set up their own, individual, working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username provided during login. To change a setting: 1.
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Chapter 4. OSD Operation (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function PORT ID Selects how the port ID is displayed: the port number alone (PORT DISPLAY NUMBER); the port name alone (PORT NAME); or the port MODE number plus the port name (PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME). The default is PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME).
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual F4: ADM F4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting double click it; or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter].
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Chapter 4. OSD Operation (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function EDIT PORT To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, NAMES every port can be given a name. This function allows the administrator to create, modify, or delete port names. To edit a port name: 1.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function SET QUICK This function lets the administrator select which ports to include as VIEW PORTS quick view ports. To select/deselect a port as a quick view port, use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press the [Spacebar].
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F5: SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward, switching the KVM focus, from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one. The selection of computers available for Skip mode switching is made with the Scan/Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function (see page 28).
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual F6: BRC F6 is an administrator only function. When this function is in effect, commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers on the installation. This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers, such as performing a system wide shutdown, installing or upgrading software, etc.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation F7: SCAN This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. The selection of computers to be included for auto scanning is made with the Scan/Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function (see page 28).
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual F8: LOUT Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of the OSD, and blanks the console screen. This is different from simply deactivating the OSD when you are at the main screen by pressing [Esc]. With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD, whereas with [Esc], all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD hotkey.
Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Access Hotkey port access allows you to provide the KVM focus to a particular port directly from the keyboard. The CL1008 / CL1016 provides three hotkey port access features: Selecting the Active Port Auto Scanning Skip Mode Switching Note: The hotkey function must be enabled in the settings.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Hotkey Mode Operation Hotkey Mode Characteristics When Hotkey Mode is active: The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so. They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit Hotkey mode. A Command Line appears on the monitor screen.
5. Hotkey Operation Auto Scan Mode Auto Scan automatically switches among all the active KVM ports that are accessible to the currently logged in user at regular intervals, allowing automatic monitoring of computer activity. (See Scan/Skip Mode of the OSD F3: SET function, page 28 for information regarding accessible ports.) Setting the Scan Interval The amount of time Auto Scan dwells on each port is set with the Scan...
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Pausing Auto Scan While you are in Auto Scan mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse.
5. Hotkey Operation Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long or as little as you like, as opposed to auto scanning, which automatically switches after a fixed interval.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Hotkey Beeper Control The beeper can be hotkey toggled on and off (see ACTIVATE BEEPER, page 31). To toggle the beeper, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke Hotkey mode (see page 37). 2. Press [B] After you press B, the beeper toggles on or off.
Chapter 6 The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM switch's firmware. The utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. New firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual 4. Shut down all of the computers, but not the stations, on your KVM installation. 5. From your KVM switch console, bring up the OSD (see p. 23) and select the F4 ADM function. 6. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see p.
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file, either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The firmware upgrade utility Welcome screen appears: Note: The screens shown in this section are for reference only.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual The firmware upgrade utility main screen appears: The utility inspects your installation. The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List panel. 4. After all the devices have been listed, click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the utility compares the device's firmware level with that of the upgrade files.
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility As the upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel, and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar. To abort the upgrade procedure before it completes, click Cancel. If you cancel before completion, a dialog box appears warning you that quitting at this point may cause the device’s firmware to be lost, and you are given the option to proceed or abort the cancel operation.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see Preparation, page 43), but decide not to proceed with the upgrade. When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails. When the I/O firmware upgrade fails.
Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS). If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Consignes de sécurité Général Ce produit est destiné exclusivement à une utilisation à l’intérieur. Veuillez lire la totalité de ces instructions. Conservez-les afin de pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement. Respectez l’ensemble des avertissements et instructions inscrits sur l’appareil.
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Appendix L’équipement doit être installé à proximité de la prise murale et le dispositif de déconnexion (prise de courant femelle) doit être facile d’accès. La prise murale doit être installée à proximité de l’équipement et doit être facile d’accès. Veillez à ce que rien ne repose sur le cordon d’alimentation ou les câbles. Acheminez le cordon d’alimentation et les câbles de sorte que personne ne puisse marcher ou trébucher dessus.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual L’unité a été exposée à la pluie ou à l’eau. L’unité est tombée ou le boîtier a été endommagé. Les performances de l’unité sont visiblement altérées, ce qui indique la nécessité d’une réparation. L’unité ne fonctionne pas normalement bien que les instructions d’utilisation soient respectées.
Appendix Montage sur bâti Avant de travailler sur le bâti, assurez-vous que les stabilisateurs sont bien fixées sur le bâti, qu’ils sont étendus au sol et que tout le poids du bâti repose sur le sol. Installez les stabilisateurs avant et latéraux sur un même bâti ou bien les stabilisateurs avant si plusieurs bâtis sont réunis, avant de travailler sur le bâti.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iv North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates...
Appendix Specifications CL1008 Function CL1008 Computer Direct Connections 128 (via Daisy Chain) Port Selection OSD; Hotkey; Pushbutton Switches Connectors KVM Ports 8 x SPHD-15 Female (Yellow) Daisy Chain 1 x DB-25 Male (Black) FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female Power 1 x 3-prong AC socket Switches Reset...
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual CL1016 Function CL1016 Computer Direct Connections 256 (via Daisy Chain) Port Selection OSD; Hotkey; Pushbutton Switches Connectors KVM Ports 16 x SPHD-15 Female (Yellow) Daisy Chain 1 x DB-25 Male (Black) FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female Power 1 x 3-prong AC socket Switches...
Appendix Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of units and the number of computers that they control on a daisy chained installation: CL1008 – ACS1208A Computers Computers 1–8 65–72 9–16 73–80 17–24 81–88 25–32 89–96 33–40 97–104 41–48...
Appendix Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the username and password information has become corrupted, or you have forgotten it, for example), you can clear the login information with the following procedure: 1. Power off the switch and remove the top cover from the unit chassis. 2.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 68.0–105.0 cm racks; A short bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 52.0–70.0 cm racks; A long bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 68.0–105.0 cm racks.
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Appendix Rear Flange Slide Bar Rear Attachment Sliding Bracket LEFT Support Rear Flange RAIL Flange RIGHT RAIL a) Screw the front flanges to the rack first. b) Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges make contact with the rack, then screw the rear flanges to the rack.
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual 3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack (only tighten the screws part way). Phillips I head M4 x 6 4.
Appendix 5. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See page 15 for opening and closing procedures.) 6. After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating correctly, finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front attachment screws inserted in step 3.
CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual Dedicated Invocation Keys Two dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey Mode and the OSD, as shown in the diagram, below Note: These keys are toggles. Press once to invoke the feature, press again to exit.
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Index Activate Beeper, 31 Easy installation rack mounting, 62 Active port Edit Port Names, 31 selecting, 38 ADM, 30 F1 GOTO, 26 Administrator functions, 30 F2 LIST, 27 Auto Scan Mode, 39 F3 SET, 28 Auto Scanning, 35 F4 ADM, 30 Invoking Auto Scan, 39 F5 SKP, 33 Pausing Auto Scan, 40...
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CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual exiting, 37 Display Duration, 28 Display Mode, 29 Display Position, 28 Installation Numbering, 21 Daisy chaining, 13 Port Names, 31 Single Stage, 11 Port selection, 21 Invocation Keys, 66 active port, 38 Invoking Hotkey Mode, 37 Powering Off and Restarting, 18 Powering Up, 18 Adjustment Settings, 20...
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Index Password, 30 Reset, 32 Quick View Ports, 32 USERNAME, 30 Technical Support, 56 Setting the Auto Scan Interval, 39 Telephone support, iv SJ/T 11364-2006, iii Timeout, 30 Skip Mode, 29, 33, 41 SKP, 33 Specifications, 57 User Notice, iv Standard rack mounting, 9 Username, 30 Station IDs, 18...
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