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Copyright © 2010 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.
Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    OSD Operation Rackmounting Single-Stage Installation Firmware Upgrade Appendix Daisy-Chain Installation 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA www.tripplite.com/support Copyright © 2010 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.

  • Page 2: Overview

    Overview Package Contents • B064-016 KVM Switch • Rackmount Hardware • RJ11 to DB9 Firmware Upgrade Cable • C13 to 5-15P Power Cord • Grounding Wire • Foot Pads • Owner’s Manual CD System Features • Directly connect up to 16 computers; or, expand the number of connected computers to up to 512 by daisy-chaining up to 31 additional levels of B064-016 KVM Switches. • Control multiple computers from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. Both USB and PS/2 keyboards and mice are supported. • RJ45 connectors and Cat5e/6 cable allow for a more efficient installation. • Quickly access connected computers via On Screen Display (OSD), Push-button or Hotkey commands. • Firmware upgradeable using the included RJ11 to DB9 firmware upgrade cable. • Multi-language support; OSD can be displayed in English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese or Simplified Chinese. • Compatible with Windows , Mac , Linux, UNIX, Novell, Sun and DOS operating systems. ® ® • Supports video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 (60Hz) at 131 ft. (40 m.), or up to 1280 x 1024 (75Hz) at 164 ft. (50 m.). • Two-level password security; add up to 1 Administrator and 10 User accounts. System Requirements Console • A monitor with a VGA (HD15) input that is capable of supporting the highest video resolution that you will be using on the connected computers. • A USB or PS/2 mouse. • A USB or PS/2 keyboard. Connected Computers • A VGA (HD15) input. • A USB A Female port, or two PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports. Server Interface Units (SIUs) A SIU is required for each computer that is being connected to the KVM switch, and Cat5e/6 cable is required to connect the KVM to the SIU. The following table lists the SIUs that are compatible with the B064-016 KVM Switch: Function...

  • Page 3: Component Features

    Overview Component Features Front Panel Push-Buttons: Press a push-button to bring the KVM focus to that port. Simultaneously pressing push-buttons 1 and 2 for three seconds will perform a keyboard/mouse reset. Simultaneously pressing push-buttons 15 and 16 for three seconds will invoke Auto Scan Mode. (See F7:SCAN on page 18 for details.) Port LEDs: Each push-button contains two LEDs; an Online LED on the left, and a Selected LED on the right. When a computer is connected to a port and powered-ON, that port’s Online LED illuminates green. When a port has the focus of the KVM, it’s Selected LED illuminates orange. When accessed in Auto Scan Mode, the port’s Selected LED flashes. Reset Button: Pressing the reset button performs a system reset, which is the same as turning the KVM switch OFF and then back ON. Note: This button is semi-recessed and will need to be pressed with a small object, such as a paperclip. Firmware Upgrade Switch: In normal KVM operation, this switch should always be set to the Normal position.

  • Page 4: Hardware Setup

    Overview Hardware Setup General Safety Instructions • Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. • Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide. • This device is designed for IT power distribution systems with up to 230V phase-to-phase voltage. • Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. • Do not use the device near water. • Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers. • The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to permit adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered. • The device should not be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.), as this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be placed in a built-in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided. • Never spill liquid of any kind on the device. • Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. • The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. • To prevent damage to your installation, ensure that all devices are properly grounded. • The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Rackmount Warnings • 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. • Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. • Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack. • Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers. • After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a locking position, and then slide the device into the rack. • Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating. • Make sure that all equipment used on the rack, including power strips and other electrical connectors, is properly grounded. • Ensure that proper airflow is provided for devices in the rack. • Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer. • Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in the rack. Stacking The KVM switch can be placed on any level surface that can safely support its weight plus the weight of attached cables. When placing the KVM switch on a desktop, remove the backing material from the rubber feet that came with this package and affix them to the switch’s bottom panel at the corners. Note: To ensure adequate ventilation, allow at least 5 cm on each side, and 13 cm at the back for power cord and cable clearance.

  • Page 6: Single-Stage Installation

    Installation Single-Stage Installation In a single-stage installation, there are no additional KVM switches daisy-chained from the KVM switch. To set up a single- stage installation, refer to the following instructions and the corresponding installation diagram: Cat5e/6 Cable Cat5e/6 Cable Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting has been turned OFF. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Ground the KVM switch by connecting one end of the included grounding wire to the grounding terminal on the back of the unit, and then connect the other end to a suitable grounding object. Proper grounding helps to protect your unit from damage due to surges or static electricity. Plug your keyboard, monitor and mouse into the console ports on the back of the unit. Note: You can connect any combination of keyboard and mouse; both USB keyboard and mouse, both PS/2 keyboard and mouse, or one of each type.

  • Page 7: Daisy-Chain Installation

    Connect the Daisy-Chain Out port of the first KVM switch to the Daisy-Chain In port of the next KVM switch in the installation using a Tripp Lite P772-Series Daisy-Chain Cable. Note: The distance between any two daisy-chained KVMs can not exceed 49 ft. (15 m.). The distance between the first and last KVM in a daisy-chain can not exceed 328 ft.

  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation This section covers basic operation of the KVM switch; logging in for the first time, turning the installation OFF/ON, hot plugging and port selection. Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to power-OFF the KVM switch, follow these steps to power it back on properly. 1. Power-OFF the KVM and all computers that are connected to it. Note: You must disconnect the power cords of any computer that have the Keyboard Power On function. 2. Wait 10 seconds after powering everything down and then power the KVM switch back ON. If you have shut down more than one KVM switch in a daisy-chain, power-ON the KVM closest to Station 1 first. Wait until the KVMs Station ID appears on the front panel of the unit, and then power-ON the next closest KVM switch to Station 1, repeating this step until all KVMs are powered ON. 3. After all KVM switches are powered on and their Station IDs displayed, power-ON the connected computers. Hot Plugging The B064-016 supports Hot Plugging, meaning components can be unplugged and re-plugged without shutting down the KVM switch. In order to ensure proper functionality, follow the procedures below: Hot Plugging KVMs in a Daisy-Chain Installation KVM switches can be unplugged from one position in a daisy-chain and re-plugged into another position. After doing this, you must reset the station IDs in the OSD so that the proper daisy-chain order is recognized and the OSD menus correspond to the change. (See RESET STATION ID on page 16 for details.)

  • Page 9: Hotkey Commands

    Operation OSD Port Selection When in the OSD main screen, you can access a computer/server by highlighting it in the port list and pressing the [Enter] key; or, by double-clicking on it with the mouse. You can highlight a port using the [i] and [h] arrow keys on the keyboard; or, by clicking on the triangle icons on the far right of the OSD main screen. The [Page Up] and [Page Down] keys will display additional ports in the installation, as will clicking on the arrow icons on the far right of the OSD main screen. Daisy-chain stations may appear in the OSD as collapsed folders, in which case you will need to highlight the desired station and press the [Enter] key to toggle between expanding and collapsing the station ports. You can also use the [g] and [f] keys to expand/ collapse the station ports; or, click on the desired station with your mouse. Hotkey Commands Hotkey commands allow you to switch the focus of the KVM using only the keyboard. The following section describes the hotkey functionality available for the B064-016. At the end of this section is a table of all the available hotkeys.
  • Page 10 Operation Selecting the Active Port Each port on the KVM is assigned a four digit port ID, which can be used when in Hotkey Setting Mode to switch the focus of the KVM to a desired port. The first two digits of the port ID represent the Station ID of the KVM that the port is on, and the last two digits represent the port number. For example, the port ID for the fourth port on the second station in a daisy-chain would be 02-04. You can select the active port by performing the following command: 1. Activate Hotkey Setting Mode using the aforementioned command. 2. Key in the desired port ID. 3. Press the [Enter] key. After pressing the [Enter] key, the focus of the KVM will switch to the selected port and you will exit Hotkey Setting Mode. Note: When in a single stage installation, you do not need to enter the entire four digit port ID. For example, to access port 4, you can simply type in 4 or 04 and press the [Enter] key.
  • Page 11 Operation Computer Keyboard/Mouse Reset In the event that the keyboard and mouse are not operating correctly, a reset may be needed. To perform a USB keyboard/ mouse reset on the currently selected computer, do the following: 1. Activate Hotkey Setting Mode using the aforementioned command. 2. Press and release the [F5] key. After pressing the [F5] key, you will automatically exit Hotkey Setting Mode and a keyboard/mouse reset will be performed. If you are still unable to regain access to your keyboard and mouse, you may need to restart the affected computer or perform a system reset. Turning Beeper ON/OFF The beeper sound that occurs when performing a hotkey command or when switching ports can be toggled ON/OFF via the OSD (see the Activate Beeper setting in the F3:SET menu section on page 15 ); or, by performing the command below.

  • Page 12: Hotkey Command Summary Table

    Installation Hotkey Command Summary Table Action Hotkey Command Activate Hotkey Setting Mode Press and hold the [Num Lock] key, press and release the minus [-] key, release the [Num Lock] key. Change Hotkey Setting Mode activation command to Activate Hotkey Setting Mode, [H] [Ctrl], [F12] Toggle OSD Menu Activation command between [Scroll Activate Hotkey Setting Mode, [T] Lock] [Scroll Lock], [Ctrl] [Ctrl] and [Alt] [Alt] Note: When using [Ctrl] [Ctrl] or [Alt] [Alt], you must hit the same [Ctrl] or [Alt] key both times Selecting the active port Activate Hotkey Setting Mode, [Port ID], [Enter]...

  • Page 13: Osd Operation

    OSD Operation The On-Screen Display (OSD) is a menu-based interface that allows you to access connected computers and change KVM settings. To open the OSD, hit the [Scroll Lock] key twice. If asked for a username and password, enter in the username and password as given to you by the KVM administrator. If this is the first time the KVM is being accessed, the default username and password are blank. Simply press the [Enter] key twice to open up the OSD as the administrator. For security purposes, it is strongly recommended that you change these to a unique username and password. Note: The OSD activation command can be changed from [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] to [Ctrl] [Ctrl] or [Alt] [Alt]. (See the OSD Hotkey setting in the F3:SET menu section on page 14.) When accessed, the OSD opens with the OSD Main page displayed.
  • Page 14 OSD Operation F2:LIST This function allows you to choose which ports are displayed in the OSD main screen. When selected, the F2:LIST function takes you to a page that gives you the options listed below. To choose an option, simply highlight it and press the [Enter] key, or click on it with the mouse. • ALL: Lists all ports on the installation that are accessible to the logged in user. This option is chosen by default. • QUICK VIEW: Lists ports which are both accessible to the logged in user and set as Quick View ports. (See the Set Quick View Ports setting in the F3:SET menu section on page 15.) • POWERED ON: Lists ports which are both accessible to the logged in user and are powered-ON. • QUICK VIEW + POWERED ON: Lists ports which are accessible to the logged in user, powered-ON and set as Quick View ports.
  • Page 15 OSD Operation Setting Description Screen Blanker Allows you to determine if the Screen Blanker feature is turned on, and the time frame it is set for. When selected, a highlight bar will appear at the bottom of the OSD, allowing you to enter a time frame from 0 to 30 minutes. If there is no console activity for the amount of time set here, the screen will be blanked. When blanked, console activity such as mouse movement will bring the display back. A setting of 0 disables this feature. It is disabled by default. HOTKEY COMMAND MODE This setting allows you to enable or disable hotkey functionality. When turned off, you will not be able to access Hotkey Setting Mode to control the KVM. When accessed, a highlight bar...
  • Page 16 OSD Operation F4:ADM This function is available only to the KVM administrator, and will not be accessible by users. It allows the administrator to set up user accounts and access rights, and configure/control the overall operation of the KVM switch. To change a setting in the F4:ADM menu, highlight it and press the [Enter] key or double-click on it with the mouse. The following table details the settings in this menu: Setting Description SET USER ACCOUNT Allows the administrator to set up user accounts with a username and password, or to edit the existing username and password for both the administrator and users. When selected, a list appears with 10 users and 1 administrator. To edit an account, highlight it and press the [Enter] key, or double-click on it with the mouse. A sub-menu appears that allows you to enter/edit the username and password for the account. You will need to enter the password...
  • Page 17 OSD Operation SET CAT 5 LENGTH Allows the administrator to specify the length of the Cat5e/6 cable being used to connect a computer to one of the KVMs ports. When selected, a list of all ports is displayed, with the current Cat5 length setting shown in the column to the right of the port number. You can set a port to one of three lengths; Short (S), Medium (M), and Long (L). Short (S) represents cables up to 82 ft. (25 m.), Medium (M) represents cables between 82 ft. (25 m.) and 114 ft. (35 m.), and Long (L) represents any cable longer than 114 ft. (35 m.). To edit this setting, highlight the desired port and press the [Spacebar] key or double-click on it with the mouse to toggle between the three choices. By default, all ports are set to Short (S).
  • Page 18 OSD Operation F7:SCAN This function allows you to automatically scan through ports at set time intervals, so that you can monitor connected computers without having to manually switch between them. To enter Auto Scan mode via the OSD main screen, press the [F7] key or click on the F7:SCAN text at the top of the screen with the mouse. • Computers that are accessible in Auto Scan mode are set up using the Scan/Skip setting in the F3:SET menu. • The amount of time that Auto Scan mode spends on each port is set using the Scan Duration setting in the F3:SET menu. • While Auto Scan mode is in effect, an S icon appears before the port ID display, the port push-button LED of the currently selected port will flash, and normal keyboard and mouse functionality will be unavailable.

  • Page 19: Firmware Upgrade

    Firmware Upgrade As firmware upgrades become available, they can be found at www.tripplite.com/support. A single upgrade file contains the Firmware Upgrade Utility, KVM firmware and SIU firmware. To upgrade the firmware of your KVM switch and/or SIUs, follow these steps: 1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation, go to www.tripplite.com/support to obtain the firmware upgrade for your KVM switch, and save it to your computer. 2. Using the firmware upgrade cable that came with the unit, connect the cable from the RJ11 firmware upgrade port on the front of the switch to a DB9 Serial port on the computer you saved the firmware to. Note: In a daisy-chain installation, connect the firmware upgrade cable to the Station 1 KVM. The remaining KVMs will receive the firmware upgrade via the daisy-chain cables. 3. Invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode via the Firmware Upgrade setting or the Adapter Upgrade setting in the F4:ADM menu. (See page 17 for details.) Note: The Firmware Upgrade setting allows you to upgrade both the KVM firmware and SIU firmware.
  • Page 20 Firmware Upgrade 7. If the Check Firmware Version box is checked, and the Firmware Upgrade Utility finds the KVMs firmware is newer than that of the firmware upgrade file, you will be prompted to continue or cancel. Once the firmware upgrade starts, status messages appear in the Status Message panel and progress towards completion is shown in the Progress Bar. When the upgrade is complete, the Status Message panel will inform you that the firmware upgrade was ok. At this point, click Finish to complete the firmware upgrade. After a successful firmware upgrade, the switch will reset itself. Firmware Upgrade Failed In the event of an upgrade failure, the Status Messages panel will display a message that says the upgrade failed, and a dialog box will appear asking if you wish to retry the firmware upgrade. Click Yes to retry the firmware upgrade, or No to cancel and proceed to a firmware upgrade recovery. Firmware Upgrade Recovery If you are unable to successfully upgrade your KVM and SIU firmware, you may not be able to operate the KVM switch. If this is the case, follow the procedure below to recover from a firmware upgrade failure. KVM Firmware Upgrade Recovery 1. Slide the firmware upgrade recovery switch on the front panel of the unit to the Recover position. 2. Power-OFF and restart the KVM switch according to the Powering Off and Restarting section on page 8. 3. Connect the included firmware upgrade cable from the RJ11 firmware upgrade port on the front of the switch to a DB9 Serial port on the computer you saved the firmware to. Note: In a daisy-chain installation, connect the firmware upgrade cable to the Station 1 KVM.
  • Page 21 Firmware Upgrade SIU Firmware Upgrade Recovery 1. Unplug the SIU from the computer it is connected to. 2. Slide the firmware upgrade recovery switch to the Recover position. 3. Plug the SIU back into the computer. 4. Connect the included firmware upgrade cable from the RJ11 firmware upgrade port on the front of the switch to a DB9 Serial port on the computer you saved the firmware to. 5. Invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode via the Firmware Upgrade setting or Adapter Upgrade setting in the F4:ADM menu (See page 17 for details). Note: The Firmware Upgrade setting allows you to upgrade both the KVM firmware and SIU firmware. The Adapter Upgrade setting only allows you to upgrade the SIU firmware. 6. Proceed with the firmware upgrade starting with step 4 in the Firmware Upgrade Utility section. (See page 19 for details.) 7. When the upgrade is complete and the KVM resets itself, unplug the SIU from the computer it is connected to.

  • Page 22: Appendix

    Appendix Mac Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard using the PC keystrokes in the table below. Note: When more than one key is required on the PC Keyboard to emulate the Mac keyboard, press and release the first key, and then press and release the second key. Sun Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard using the PC keystrokes in the table below. Note: When more than one key is required on the PC Keyboard to emulate the Sun keyboard, press and release the first key, and then press and release the second key.
  • Page 23 Appendix Factory Default Settings Specifications...

  • Page 24: Year Limited Warranty

    EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifi cally, TRIPP LITE is not liable for any costs, such as lost profi ts or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise. WARRANTY REGISTRATION Visit www.tripplite.com/warranty today to register the warranty for your new Tripp Lite product. You’ll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite product!* * No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. See web site for details. WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union) Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to: • Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country) • Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste Warning! Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

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