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  • Page 1 DS R Switch ® Installer/User Guide For models: DSR2035 DSR8035...
  • Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. DANGEROUS VOLTAGE This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

  • Page 3: Dsr Switch

    Switch Installer/User Guide For models: DSR2035 and DSR8035 Avocent, the Avocent logo, The Power of Being There, DSR, DSView, Dambrackas Video Compression, AVWorks and OSCAR are registered trademarks of Avocent Corporation or its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: Usa Notification

    USA Notification Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Simple access to any target device ..................... 2 Safety Precautions ..........................4 Rack Mount Safety Considerations....................4 Chapter 2: Installation ..................... 5 DSR Switch Connectivity ........................5 Installation overview ........................5 Setting up your network ......................8 Getting started ..........................8 Connecting the DSR2035/8035 switch hardware...............
  • Page 6 Chapter 4: Web Server Operations................49 Overview of the DSR2035/8035 Web Server ................... 49 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers ..................49 About the DSR Explorer Window ....................50 Using the side navigation bar....................51 Using the top option bar ......................52 Launching a KVM session ......................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 6: Terminal Operations ................... 75 The Console Menu ........................... 75 Network Configuration ........................75 Other Console Main Menu Options....................77 Security configuration ......................77 Local user accounts ........................78 Console password........................79 Reset certificates........................79 Security mode..........................79 Firmware management......................
  • Page 8 DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 9: List Of Figures

    Figure 3.19: OSCAR Interface Version Dialog Box................ 46 Figure 3.20: DSRIQ Selection Dialog Box..................46 Figure 3.21: DSRIQ Version Dialog Box ..................47 Figure 4.1: Avocent DSR Explorer Window..................50 Figure 4.2: Side Navigation Bar...................... 51 Figure 5.1: Video Viewer Window (Normal Window Mode) ............61 Figure 5.2: Manual Video Adjust Dialog Box .................
  • Page 10 viii DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 11: List Of Tables

    Table 3.6: Virtual Media Options....................41 Table 3.7: Commands to Manage Routine Tasks for Your Target Devices ........42 Table 4.1: DSR Explorer Window Area Descriptions ..............51 Table 4.2: Viewing Appliance Information..................55 Table 5.1: Video Viewer Window Description ................62 Table 5.2: Manual Video Adjust Dialog Box Descriptions .............
  • Page 12 DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Overview

    Product Overview Features and Benefits ® Avocent DSR switches combine analog and digital technology to provide flexible, centralized control of data center servers and virtual media, and to facilitate the OA&M (operations, activation and maintenance) of remote branch offices where trained operators may be unavailable. They provide enterprise customers with a significant reduction of cable volume, secure remote access and flexible server management from anywhere at anytime.

  • Page 14: Reduce Cable Bulk

    NOTE: The client connects to the server housing the DSView management software using an Internet browser. For modem access, you must install DSR Remote Operations software included on the DSView software CD- ROM (see the DSView Installer/User Guide for more information).

  • Page 15: Figure 1.1: Example Dsr2035/8035 Switch Configuration

    Chapter 1: Product Overview DSR2035/8035 Switch Ethernet DSView Software Server Modem Telephone Network Analog User (OSCAR® Graphical Digital User User Interface) (Computer with Internet browser) Figure 1.1: Example DSR2035/8035 Switch Configuration...

  • Page 16: Safety Precautions

    To avoid potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage to equipment, please observe the following precautions: • Do not use a 2-wire power cord in any Avocent product configuration. • Test AC outlets at the target device and monitor for proper polarity and grounding.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Installation

    If you plan to use the DSView 3 software for access, please refer to the DSView 3 Quick Install Guide that is included with the DSView 3 software package. The general procedure for setting up and installing the a DSR switch that has an on-board web server is as follows:...

  • Page 18: Installing The Dsr Switch

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide information on how the DSR switch uses TCP/IP, see the DSView Installer/User Guide or DSView 3 Software Online Help. Installing the DSR switch The general procedure for setting up and installing the DSR2035/8035 switch is as follows: •...

  • Page 19: Figure 2.1: Basic Dsr2035/8035 Switch Configuration (Showing The Dsr8035 Model)

    Chapter 2: Installation Modem Analog User Telephone Network Network External Virtual Media Digital User DSR8035 Switch Connection Power Cord Ports 1-32 SPC Port Connections Power Control Local USB Device Connections Power Control Servers 1-32 Device DSRIQ Modules PS/2, USB*, Sun and serial adaptors * To open a virtual media session with a server, are available.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Network

    The DSR2035/8035 switch supports both Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and static IP addressing. Avocent recommends that IP addresses be reserved for each switch and that they remain static while the DSR2035/8035 switches are connected to the network.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Dsr2035/8035 Switch Hardware

    Chapter 2: Installation Connecting the DSR2035/8035 switch hardware NOTE: The DSR2035/8035 switch may be rack mounted in a 1U configuration. The DSR2035/8035 switch does not support a 0U configuration. To connect and power up your DSR2035/8035 switch: Power down the target device(s) that will be part of your DSR2035/8035 switching system. Locate the power cord that came with the DSR2035/8035 switch.

  • Page 22: To Connect A Dsriq Module To A Serial Device

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide (Optional) To configure the DSR2035/8035 switch using the console menu interface, use the second supplied ribbon cable and RJ-45 to DB9 (female) adaptor to connect a terminal or a PC ® that is running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal ) to the SETUP port on the back panel of the DSR2035/8035 switch.

  • Page 23: Verifying The Connections

    The LEDs blink during a firmware upgrade. DSRIQ modules NOTE: PS/2, Sun, USB, USB2 and USB2L DSRIQ modules are available for attaching servers to your DSR switch. If your DSR switch supports virtual media, connect virtual media devices to a workstation using USB2 and USB2L DSRIQ modules.

  • Page 24: Setting Up The Dsview 3 Software

    Windows systems attached to the DS1800 digital switch, ® DSR switches, CCM console management appliances and SwitchView IP remote access devices use the default Windows PS/2 mouse driver. To adjust the mouse speed and pointer settings for NT 4.0 (using default drivers): From the Desktop taskbar, select Start - Settings - Control Panel to open the Control Panel.
  • Page 25 Make sure the Snap to default checkbox is cleared. Click OK to save your settings and to close the Mouse Properties dialog box. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using: •...

  • Page 26: Linux

    Clear the Enable accelerated scrolling ... checkbox. Click OK to save your settings and to close the Mouse Properties dialog box. 10. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using: •...
  • Page 27 (Optional) Select the desired Mouse buttons option and set the Threshold slider to the desired position. Click OK to save your settings and to close the Control Center dialog box. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using. •...
  • Page 28 (Optional) Select the desired Mouse buttons option and set the Threshold slider to the desired position. 10. Click OK to save your settings and to close the Mouse dialog box. 11. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using. •...

  • Page 29: Unix

    To adjust the mouse speed and pointer settings for Sun Solaris v9 drivers: NOTE: To use a Sun Solaris driver with the DSView software and DSR switch, you must have the following versions of DSView software on your host system and DSR switch firmware: •...
  • Page 30 To adjust the mouse speed and pointer settings for Sun Solaris v10 drivers: NOTE: To use a Sun Solaris driver with the DSView software and DSR switch, you must have the following versions of DSView software on your host system and DSR switch firmware: •...

  • Page 31: Novell Netware

    Avocent web site home page. http://www.avocent.com On the Avocent web site home page, click the Support link to go to the Technical Support web page. On the Technical Support web page, click the Knowledge Base link to go to a page containing Avocent hardware and software products.

  • Page 32: Apple Mac Os

    (Optional) Set the Scrolling Speed slider to the desired position. Close the Mouse dialog box to save your settings. Resynchronize the mouse in the software remote session window for the Avocent management software you are using. •...

  • Page 33: Chapter 3: Local Port Operation

    CHAPTER Local Port Operation Controlling Your System at the Local Port The DSR2035/8035 switch includes a local port on the back. This port enables you to connect a keyboard, monitor and mouse to the switch for direct access. The DSR2035/8035 switch uses the ®...

  • Page 34: Figure 3.1: Oscar Interface Main Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.1: OSCAR Interface Main Dialog Box Table 3.1: Main Dialog Box Functions Button Function VMedia Set virtual media options and make virtual media connections. This option is only available when a KVM session is in progress. Log Out Disconnect the KVM and user sessions.

  • Page 35: Viewing The Status Of Your Dsr2035/8035 Switching System

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Viewing the status of your DSR2035/8035 switching system The status of target devices in your system is indicated in the far right columns of the Main dialog box. The following table describes the status symbols. Table 3.2: OSCAR Interface Status Symbols Symbol Description...

  • Page 36: Soft Switching

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide To select the previous target device: Press and then . This key combination toggles you between the previous Print Screen Backspace and current connections. To disconnect from a target device: Press and then (zero). This leaves the user in a free state, with no target device Print Screen Alt+0 selected.

  • Page 37: Navigating The Oscar Interface

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Navigating the OSCAR Interface This table describes how to navigate the OSCAR interface using the keyboard and mouse. Table 3.3: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics Keystroke Function Print Screen Opens the OSCAR interface. Press Print Screen twice to send the Print Screen keystroke to the currently selected DSRIQ module.

  • Page 38: Configuring Oscar Interface Menus

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Table 3.3: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics (Continued) Keystroke Function Shift-Del Deletes from the current selection to the end of the list when editing a Scan list. Numbers Type from the keyboard or keypad. Caps Lock Disabled. Use the Shift key to change case. Backspace Erases characters in a text box.

  • Page 39: Figure 3.2: Oscar Interface Setup Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Figure 3.2: OSCAR Interface Setup Dialog Box Assigning target device names Use the Names dialog box to identify target devices by name rather than by port number. The Names list is always sorted by port order. You can toggle between displaying the name or the EID number of each DSRIQ module, so even if you move the target device to another port, the name and configuration will be recognized by the switch.

  • Page 40: Figure 3.3: Oscar Interface Names Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.3: OSCAR Interface Names Dialog Box NOTE: If new DSRIQ modules are discovered by the DSR2035/8035 switch, the on-screen list will be automatically updated. The mouse cursor will change into an hourglass during the update. No mouse or keyboard input will be accepted until the list update is complete.

  • Page 41: Figure 3.4: Oscar Interface Name Modify Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Figure 3.4: OSCAR Interface Name Modify Dialog Box Type a name in the New Name box. Names of target devices may contain all printable characters. Click OK to transfer the new name to the Names dialog box. Your selection is not saved until you click OK in the Names dialog box.

  • Page 42: Figure 3.5: Oscar Interface Devices Dialog Box

    DSR port only to [DSR port]-[switch port] to accommodate each target device under that switch. For example, if a switch is connected to DSR port 6, each target device connected to it would be numbered sequentially. The target device using DSR port 6, switch port 1, would be 06-01, the...

  • Page 43: Figure 3.6: Oscar Interface Device Modify Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation To assign a device type: In the Devices dialog box, select the desired port number. Click Modify to open the Device Modify dialog box. Figure 3.6: OSCAR Interface Device Modify Dialog Box Choose the number of ports supported by your switch and click OK. Repeat steps 1-3 for each port requiring a device type to be assigned.

  • Page 44: Figure 3.7: Oscar Interface Menu Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.7: OSCAR Interface Menu Dialog Box To choose the display order of target devices: Select Name to display target devices alphabetically by name. -or- Select EID to display target devices numerically by EID number. -or- Select Port to display target devices numerically by port number.

  • Page 45: Controlling The Status Flag

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Controlling the status flag The status flag displays on your desktop and shows the name or EID number of the selected target device or the status of the selected port. Use the Flag dialog box to configure the flag to display by target device name or EID number, or to change the flag color, opacity, display time and location on the desktop.

  • Page 46: Figure 3.9: Position Flag

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide To determine how the status flag is displayed: Select Name or EID to determine what information will be displayed. Select Displayed to show the flag all the time or select Timed to display the flag for only five seconds after switching.

  • Page 47: Figure 3.10: Oscar Interface Broadcast Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Figure 3.10: OSCAR Interface Broadcast Dialog Box NOTE: Broadcasting Keystrokes - The keyboard state must be identical for all target devices receiving a broadcast to interpret keystrokes identically. Specifically, the Caps Lock and Num Lock modes must be the same on all keyboards.

  • Page 48: Figure 3.11: Oscar Interface Scan Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide To turn Broadcasting off: From the Commands dialog box, clear the Broadcast Enable checkbox. Using Scan mode In Scan mode, the DSR2035/8035 switch automatically scans from port to port (target device to target device). You can scan up to eight target devices, specifying which ones to scan and the number of seconds that each will display.

  • Page 49: Figure 3.12: Oscar Interface Commands Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Type the first few characters of a target device name or port number to scan. The first matching target device will appear in the line. -or- Press the following keyboard commands in the Name, Port or Time column to move through the list of target devices available to scan.

  • Page 50: Figure 3.13: Oscar Interface Screen Saver Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Select Scan Enable in the Commands dialog box. Click X to close the Commands dialog box. NOTE: Scanning will begin as soon as the Scan Enable button is selected. To cancel Scan mode: Select a target device if the OSCAR interface is open. -or- Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard if the OSCAR interface is not open.

  • Page 51: Setting The Keyboard Country Code

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation To set the Screen Saver options: NOTE: The Screen Saver password is set within the DSView software. For more information, see the DSView Installer/User Guide. Type the number of minutes for Inactivity Time (from 1-99) to delay activation of password protection and the screen saver feature.

  • Page 52: Figure 3.14: Oscar Interface Keyboard Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide The Keyboard dialog box enables you to send a different keyboard country code than the default US setting. The specified country code is sent to all target devices attached to the DSR2035/8035 switches when they are powered up or rebooted and the new code is stored in the DSRIQ module. NOTE: If a DSRIQ module is moved to a different target device, the keyboard country code will need to be reset.

  • Page 53: Setting Virtual Media Options

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Setting virtual media options You can determine the behavior of the DSR2035/8035 switch during a virtual media session using the options provided in the Virtual Media dialog box. Table 3.6 outlines the options that can be set for virtual media sessions.

  • Page 54: Managing Server Tasks Using The Oscar Interface

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.15: OSCAR Interface Virtual Media Dialog Box Click to enable or disable each of the options. For information about individual settings, see Table 3.6 on page 41. Click OK to accept the options you have selected and return to the Setup dialog box. Managing server tasks using the OSCAR interface From the OSCAR interface Commands dialog box, you can manage your DSR2035/8035 switching system and user connections, enable the Scan and Broadcast modes and update...

  • Page 55: Figure 3.16: Oscar Interface Commands Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation To access the OSCAR interface Commands dialog box: If the OSCAR interface is not open, press to open the Main dialog box. Print Screen Click Commands to open the Commands dialog box as shown in Figure 3.16. Figure 3.16: OSCAR Interface Commands Dialog Box Viewing and disconnecting user connections You can view and disconnect users through the User Status dialog box.

  • Page 56: Figure 3.17: Oscar Interface User Status Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.17: OSCAR Interface User Status Dialog Box To disconnect a user: If the OSCAR interface is not open, press to open the Main dialog box. Print Screen Click Commands - User Status to open the User Status dialog box shown in Figure 3.17. Click the letter corresponding to the user to disconnect.

  • Page 57: Displaying Version Information

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Click OK to disconnect the user and return to the User Status dialog box. -or- Click X or press to exit the dialog box without disconnecting a user. Escape NOTE: If the User Status list has changed since it was last displayed, the mouse cursor will turn into an hourglass as the list is automatically updated.

  • Page 58: Figure 3.19: Oscar Interface Version Dialog Box

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 3.19: OSCAR Interface Version Dialog Box To view individual DSRIQ module version information, click DSRIQ to open the DSRIQ Selection dialog box shown in Figure 3.20. Figure 3.20: DSRIQ Selection Dialog Box Select a DSRIQ module to view and click the Version button. The DSRIQ Version dialog box appears.

  • Page 59: Figure 3.21: Dsriq Version Dialog Box

    Chapter 3: Local Port Operation Figure 3.21: DSRIQ Version Dialog Box Click X to close the DSRIQ Version dialog box.
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  • Page 61: Chapter 4: Web Server Operations

    Chapter 2 and you have set the IP address, you are ready to begin daily operation. Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers Before you can begin a KVM session, you must first login to the DSR web server. To log in to the DSR web server: Launch a web browser.

  • Page 62: About The Dsr Explorer Window

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide About the DSR Explorer Window When a user has been logged in and authenticated, the Avocent DSR Explorer window appears. From the DSR Explorer window, users may view, access and manage their DSR2035/8035 switch. The window may also be used to specify system settings and change profile settings.

  • Page 63: Using The Side Navigation Bar

    Letter Description Top option bar - Use the top option bar to bookmark a DSR web server window, refresh the display of a DSR web server window, print a web page, log out of a software session or access the Avocent Technical Support help page.

  • Page 64: Using The Top Option Bar

    If you click BOOKMARK or the bookmark icon after the DSR web server session has timed out, the User Login window will open and you must log in again.

  • Page 65: Launching A Kvm Session

    Launching a KVM session To launch a KVM session from the DSR Explorer: From the DSR Explorer, select Target Devices in the side navigation bar. A list of available devices will appear. Click the KVM session link to the right of the target device that you wish to access. The Video Viewer will launch.

  • Page 66: Managing Local Accounts

    The preemption level of users determine whether they may disconnect another user’s serial or video (KVM) session with a target device. DSR web server Administrators may specify the preemption level for user accounts when an account is created. The preemption level may be changed later.

  • Page 67: Managing Device Properties

    Edit the user account as needed, then click Save. Managing device properties Viewing and changing appliance configuration information The DSR2035/8035 switch can report most device properties directly through the DSR web browser. NOTE: Users can view all appliance information, but only Administrators can change settings.

  • Page 68: Power Controlling Target Devices

    If a target device is connected to an SPC power control device outlet, you may power up, power down or cycle (power target device down and then up) the target device using the DSR web server. To power up a target device: Select Appliance - Appliance Settings - Ports - SPC - Sockets from the DSR Explorer window.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: Web Server Operations To power cycle a target device: Select Appliance - Appliance Settings - Ports - SPC - Sockets from the DSR Explorer window. The SPC sockets window will appear. Select the checkbox to the left of the device that you wish to cycle.
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  • Page 71: Chapter 5: The Video Viewer

    About the Video Viewer Window The Video Viewer is used to conduct a KVM session with the target devices attached to the DSR switch. When you connect to a device using the Video Viewer, the target device desktop appears in a separate window containing both the local and the target device cursor.

  • Page 72: Launching A Kvm Session

    A remote session can time-out no activity has occurred in a Session window for a specified time. The session time-out value can be configured by using the Appliance KVM Session Settings window. If you specify a new time-out value, it will be used the next time the DSR web server is accessed.

  • Page 73: Video Viewer Window Features

    Chapter 5: The Video Viewer Video Viewer Window Features Figure 5.1 shows the Video Viewer window areas, and descriptions follow in Table 5.1 on page 62. Figure 5.1: Video Viewer Window (Normal Window Mode)

  • Page 74: Table 5.1: Video Viewer Window Description

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Table 5.1: Video Viewer Window Description Letter Description Title Bar: Displays the name of the server being viewed. When in Full Screen mode, the title bar disappears and the server name appears between the menu and toolbar. Thumbtack: Locks the display of the menu and toolbar so that it is visible at all times.

  • Page 75: Changing The Toolbar

    When the DSR web server is used for the first time, any open Video Viewer windows display at a resolution of 1024 x 768 until the user changes the value. Each Video Viewer window can be set to a different resolution.

  • Page 76: Adjusting The View

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Adjusting the view Using menus or Task buttons in the Video Viewer window, you can do the following: • Align the mouse cursors. • Refresh the screen. • Enable or disable Full Screen mode. When Full Screen mode is enabled, the image adjusts to fit the desktop up to a size of 1024 x 768.

  • Page 77: Adjusting Color Depth

    832 x 624 Adjusting color depth ® The DSR switch Dambrackas Video Compression (DVC) algorithm enables users to adjust the number of viewable colors in a remote session window. You can choose to display more colors for the best fidelity or fewer colors to reduce the volume of data transferred on the network.

  • Page 78: Additional Video Adjustment

    To manually adjust the video quality of the window: NOTE: The following video adjustments should be made only on the advice and with the help of Avocent Technical Support.

  • Page 79: Table 5.2: Manual Video Adjust Dialog Box Descriptions

    Chapter 5: The Video Viewer Table 5.2: Manual Video Adjust Dialog Box Descriptions Letter Description Letter Description Image Capture Width Pixel Noise Threshold Pixel Sampling/Fine Adjust Automatic Video Adjustment Image Capture Horizontal Refresh Image Position Image Capture Vertical Position Adjustment bar Contrast Video Test Pattern Brightness...

  • Page 80: Detection Thresholds

    In most cases, you do not need to alter the Video Settings from the default. The system automatically adjusts and uses the optimal video parameters. The DSR web server performs best when the video parameters are set such that no (0) video packets are transmitted for a static screen.

  • Page 81: Adjusting Mouse Options

    Chapter 5: The Video Viewer Adjusting mouse options The Video Viewer window mouse options affect cursor type, cursor mode, scaling, alignment and resetting. Mouse settings are device-specific; that is, they may be set differently for each device. NOTE: If the device does not support the ability to disconnect and reconnect the mouse (almost all newer PCs do), then the mouse will become disabled and the device will have to be rebooted.

  • Page 82: Mouse Scaling

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide To enter single cursor mode: Select Tools - Single Cursor Mode from the Video Viewer window menu. -or- Click the Single Cursor Mode button. The local cursor does not appear and all movements are relative to the target device. To select a key for exiting single cursor mode: Select Tools - Session Options from the Video Viewer window menu.

  • Page 83: Using Keyboard Pass-Through

    Because the DSR web server cannot get constant feedback from the mouse, there are times when the mouse on the DSR switch may lose sync with the mouse on the host system. If your mouse or keyboard no longer responds properly, you can align the mouse to re-establish proper tracking.

  • Page 84: Using Macros

    Select Pass-through all keystrokes in regular window mode. Click OK to save setting. Using Macros The DSR web server comes pre-configured with macros for both the Windows and Sun platforms. To send a macro: Select Macros - <desired macro> from the Video Viewer window menu.

  • Page 85: Closing A Video Viewer Window Session

    Chapter 5: The Video Viewer To capture the Video Viewer window to your clipboard: Select File - Capture to Clipboard from the Video Viewer window menu. -or- Click the Capture to Clipboard button. The image data is saved to the clipboard. Closing a Video Viewer Window Session To close a Video Viewer window session: Select File - Exit from the Video Viewer window.
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  • Page 87: Chapter 6: Terminal Operations

    CHAPTER Terminal Operations The Console Menu Each DSR2035/8035 switch may be configured at the appliance level through the Console menu interface accessed through the SETUP port on the back of the switch. All terminal commands are accessed through a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software. NOTE: This is NOT the recommended method for setting options for the DSR2035/8035 switch.

  • Page 88: Figure 6.1: Console Main Menu

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Figure 6.1: Console Main Menu Once the Console Main menu displays, type and press to access the Network Enter Configuration menu shown in Figure 6.2. Figure 6.2: Network Configuration Menu...

  • Page 89: Other Console Main Menu Options

    Messages, Restore Factory Defaults, Reset Appliance and Exit. Each is discussed in this section. Security configuration The DSR2035/8035 switch contains an internal database that may be used by the DSR Remote Operations software, the local port or the CONSOLE port if the DSView software server is unavailable.

  • Page 90: Local User Accounts

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Local user accounts NOTE: When you use the options to add, edit or delete a user, a list of existing users will appear. You may enter N to display the next page of users in the database or enter P to go back to the previous page of users. To add a user to the DSR2035/8035 switch database: Type and press...

  • Page 91: Console Password

    This menu option turns on console status messages. Because this can significantly reduce performance, you should only enable debug messages when instructed to do so by Avocent Technical Support. When you are finished viewing the messages, press any key to exit this mode.

  • Page 92: Restore Factory Defaults

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Restore factory defaults This menu option will restore all switch options to the default settings. Reset appliance This menu option allows you to execute a soft reset of the DSR2035/8035 switch. Exit This menu selection will return you to the ready prompt. If the Console menu interface password is enabled, you must exit the Console Main menu so that the next user will be prompted with the Username and Password login screen.

  • Page 93: Appendices

    Visit and download the latest FLASH firmware http://www.avocent.com/support from Avocent. Save the FLASH upgrade file to the appropriate directory on the TFTP server. Use the supplied ribbon cable and RJ-45 to DB9 (female) adaptor to connect a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal) to the SETUP port on the back panel of the DSR2035/8035 switch.
  • Page 94 DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Enter the name of the file that you downloaded from the Avocent web site. Confirm the TFTP download by typing a and pressing Enter 10. The DSR2035/8035 switch will begin the FLASH upgrade process. On-screen indicators will display the upgrade progress.

  • Page 95: Appendix B: Using Dsview Software Over A Modem Connection

    115,200 bps, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and enabled hardware flow control. Before you begin Perform the following actions before using the DSR Remote Operations software: • Ensure that the DSR2035/8035 switch is configured. See Chapter 2 for more information.

  • Page 96: Appendix C: Using Dsriq-Srl Modules

    DSR/CD Mode: This option allows you to control how the DSR2035/8035 switch and CD lines operate. Available options are Always on and Toggle. When in Toggle mode, DSR and CD lines are turned off for one-half second and then turned on each time a module is selected...
  • Page 97 Appendices • Enter Sends: This option enables you to specify the keys that are transmitted when Enter pressed. Available options are <CR> (Enter), which moves the cursor to the left side of the screen, or <CR><LF> (Enter-Linefeed), which moves the cursor to the left side of the screen and down one line.

  • Page 98: To Configure A Dsriq-Srl Module

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide To configure a DSRIQ-SRL module: Press . The Configuration Screen will appear. Ctrl-F8 Select a parameter to change. You can navigate the Configuration Screen using the Up Arrow keys. Down Arrow Modify the selected value using the keys.

  • Page 99: Table C.1: Dsriq-Srl Module Pinouts

    TXD - Transmit Data In to SRL RXD - Receive Data DTR - Data Terminal Ready In to SRL DSR - Data Set Ready GND - Signal Ground GND - Signal Ground DSR - Data Set Ready Out of SRL...

  • Page 100: Appendix D: Utp Cabling

    DSR2035/8035 switching systems utilize UTP cabling. UTP copper cabling The following are basic definitions for the three types of UTP cabling that the DSR switch supports: • CAT 5 UTP (4-pair) high performance cable consists of twisted pair conductors, used prima- rily for data transmission.
  • Page 101 Appendices Cabling installation, maintenance and safety tips The following is a list of important safety considerations that should be reviewed prior to installing or maintaining your cables: • Keep all CAT 5 runs to a maximum of 10 meters each. •...

  • Page 102: Appendix E: Technical Specifications

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix E: Technical Specifications Table E.1 lists the technical specifications for the DSR2035/8035 switch. Table E.1: DSR2035/8035 Switch Product Specifications Server Ports Number 32 (DSR2035/8035 switches) DSRIQ-PS/2, DSRIQ-USB, DSRIQ-USB2, DSRIQ-USB2L, DSRIQ-VSN (Sun Types VGA), and DSRIQ-SRL modules Connectors RJ-45 Sync Types...
  • Page 103 Appendices Table E.1: DSR2035/8035 Switch Product Specifications (Continued) USB Device Port Number Type USB 2.0 Dimensions 1.72 x 17.00 x 14.08 in; 1U form factor Height x Width x Depth (4.37 x 43.18 x 35.75 cm) Weight 10 lbs (4.5 kg) without cables Power Supply AC-input Power 40 W maximum...

  • Page 104: Appendix F: Sun Advanced Key Emulation

    DSR2035/8035 Switch Installer/User Guide Appendix F: Sun Advanced Key Emulation Certain keys on a standard Type 5 (US) Sun keyboard can be emulated by key press sequences on a PS/2 keyboard. To enable Sun Advanced Key Emulation mode and use these keys, press and hold and then press the key.

  • Page 105: Table F.2: Ps/2-To-Usb Keyboard Mappings

    Appendices For example: For , press and hold and press , then Stop + A Ctrl+Shift+Alt Scroll Lock F1 + A These key combinations will work with the DSRIQ-USB module (if your Sun system comes with a USB port) as well as the Sun DSRIQ-VSN and DSRIQ-WSN modules. With the exception of these key combinations are not recognized by Microsoft Windows.

  • Page 106: Appendix G: Technical Support

    Appendix G: Technical Support Our Technical Support staff is ready to assist you with any installation or operating issues you encounter with your Avocent product. If an issue should develop, follow the steps below for the fastest possible service. To resolve an issue: Check the pertinent section of the manual to see if the issue can be resolved by following the procedures outlined.

  • Page 107: Index

    1 via modem 1 Device Modify Dialog Box 31 via network connection 2 Devices add a user to the DSR switch database 78 dialog box 30 assign a device type 31 OSCAR interface 26 Setup Features 26 disconnect...
  • Page 108 DSR switch 1 comes with 8 Features 1 Enable Debug Messages 79 Installation 5 Escape 25 Network Configuration 3 Example DSR Switch Configuration 3 port 30 Product Specifications 90 DSR switch database Features 1 add user 78 Firmware Management 79...
  • Page 109 Index Names dialog box 26 Japanese Notice ii network speed 77 Japanese Sun USB Keyboards 93 null modem cable 10 keyboard OSCAR interface dialog box 40 Alt 25 OSCAR interface 26 Broadcast dialog box 34 Korean Sun USB Keyboards 93 change the display order 31 KVM 5 Commands dialog box 37...
  • Page 110 To remove a user from the DSR switch database To access the OSCAR interface Flag dialog box To rename a user in the DSR switch database 78 To access the OSCAR interface Menu dialog To reset the PS/2 mouse and keyboard values 45...
  • Page 111 Index remove a user from the DSR switch database 78 rename a user in the DSR switch database 78 upgrade the DSR switch firmware 81 Requirements User Connections Video Viewer 59 Viewing and Disconnecting 43 Reset Appliance 80 User Status 42...
  • Page 112 DSR2035/8035 Installer/User Guide setting options 41...
  • Page 114 Avocent Corporation 4991 Corporate Drive Avocent International Ltd. Huntsville, Alabama 35805-6201 USA Avocent House, Shannon Free Zone Tel: +1 256 430 4000 Shannon, County Clare, Ireland Fax: +1 256 430 4031 Tel: +353 61 715 292 Fax: +353 61 471 871 Avocent Asia Pacific...

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