Components ......................................................................................................................................... 7

Installing the HP IP Console Switch

Overview.............................................................................................................................................. 9

Installation Checklist............................................................................................................................ 9

Kit Contents.............................................................................................................................. 9

Required Items Not Included.................................................................................................. 10

Optional Items ........................................................................................................................ 10

Required Tools ....................................................................................................................... 10

Rack Mounting the HP IP Console Switch ........................................................................................ 10

Performing a Side-Mount Type A Installation ....................................................................... 11

Performing a Side-Mount Type B Installation........................................................................ 13

Performing a Standard-Mount Installation ............................................................................. 14

Performing a Cantilever-Mount Type A Installation .............................................................. 16

Performing a Cantilever-Mount Type B Installation .............................................................. 17

Installing the Expansion Module

Overview............................................................................................................................................ 21

Installation Checklist.......................................................................................................................... 21

Kit Contents............................................................................................................................ 21

Installing the Expansion Module Hardware....................................................................................... 21

Performing a Side-Mount Installation .................................................................................... 22

Performing a Rail-Mount Installation..................................................................................... 23

Performing a Velcro-Mount Installation................................................................................. 24

Configuring the Expansion Module ................................................................................................... 24

Installing a PS/2 or USB Interface Adapter

Overview............................................................................................................................................ 25

Configuring the Interface Adapter ..................................................................................................... 25

Installing a Serial Interface Adapter

Overview............................................................................................................................................ 27

Installing the Serial Interface Adapter ............................................................................................... 28

Optimal Performance Settings ........................................................................................................... 29

Serial Interface Adapter Modes ......................................................................................................... 29

History Mode.......................................................................................................................... 30