KL3116 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 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.
KL3116 User Manual User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
KL3116 User Manual Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
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KL3116 User Manual Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power supplies, observe the following guidelines: Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply.
KL3116 User Manual 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.
KL3116 User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KL3116 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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KL3116 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Indicates text that you should key in. Monospaced Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].
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Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one. There is no better way to save time and money than with a KL3116 installation. By using the KL3116 with its Hideaway™ console to manage your installation,...
KL3116 User Manual you: (1) eliminate the expense of having to purchase a separate keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each computer; (2) save all the space those extra components would take up; (3) save the space that a keyboard, monitor, and mouse would take with a standard KVM switch;...
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Chapter 1. Introduction Auto Scan Mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers Security—Administrator/User password authorization for enhanced security protection; Administrator access rights synchronized between master and slave stations Two level password security—only authorized users can view and control computers Supports one Administrator and four User accounts with separate profiles Broadcast support—commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes...
KL3116 User Manual System Requirements Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer: A VGA, SVGA, XGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port Note: The integrated LCD monitor’s maximum resolution is 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz. Ensure that none of the computer resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor's maximum resolution.
Chapter 1. Introduction Operating Systems ® ® Microsoft Windows 2000 and higher ® Mac OS 8.6 and higher ® ® RED HAT Linux 6.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.0 and higher Mandriva Linux 9.0 and higher SUSE 8.2 and higher FreeBSD 3.5.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 and higher Sun Solaris™...
KL3116 User Manual KL3116 Front View Component Description Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide the module in. See item 7 in this table and page 19 for more details on sliding the console in and out.
Chapter 1. Introduction Keyboard Module Component Description Keyboard Standard 105-key keyboard Touchpad Standard mouse touchpad Lock LEDs & The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located Reset Switch here. A Reset Switch is located just to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed switch in with a thin object to perform a system reset.
Firmware Upgrade Port: The Firmware Upgrade Cable that Upgrade Section transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator's computer to the KL3116 plugs into this RJ-11 connector. Firmware Upgrade Switch: During normal operation this switch should be in the NORMAL position. (See page 57 for...
This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. External Console For flexibility and convenience, the KL3116 supports an Section external KVM console. A custom console cable set is provided to attach the external console’s monitor, USB...
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You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your KL3116. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42–77 cm. L Brackets...
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KL3116 User Manual To rack mount the switch, do the following: 1. Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL3116 Hideaway LCD KVMP Switch during shipping. Slide the LCD module out until the packing material is visible. Remove the packing material before installing the unit, as shown in the diagram below.
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Chapter 2. Installation 3. 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—using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit—screws the L brackets to the rack.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any additional computers you are installing. 4. Connect the power cord to the switch and to an AC power source appropriate for the KL3116. 5. Power on the switch. 6. After the switch is powered on, power on the computers.
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Chapter 2. Installation Single Stage Installation Diagram...
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KL3116 User Manual USB Console Connection USB Cable Connection PS/2 Cable Connection...
Daisy Chaining To control even more computers, up to 31 additional KH3116, KH0116, CS- 1716, or ACS-1216A units can be daisy chained down from the KL3116. Note: It would be unnecessarily wasteful and expensive to use KL3116 switches for daisy chaining since there is no point in having consoles on the chained switches.
KL3116 User Manual and ACS-1216A has an LED display on its front panel to indicate its Station ID (the Station ID for the First Stage unit (KL3116) is 01, the ID for the Second Stage unit (the first KH3116, KH0116, CS-1716, or ACS-1216A) is 02, the ID for the Third Stage unit is 03, etc.).
Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL3116's console consists of two modules: an LCD display module located under the top cover and a keyboard/touchpad module below the LCD module. The modules can either slide together, or independently. This allows you to have the LCD display available for viewing while the keyboard / touchpad module is conveniently out of the way when not in use.
KL3116 User Manual Opening Separately 1. Pull the release catch to release the console, and pull the top panel a few centimeters toward you. Once the console has been released, you can let go of the catch. Release Catch 2. Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place.
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Chapter 3. Basic Operation 3. Rotate the top panel all the way back to expose the LCD screen. 4. Reach underneath and pull the keyboard module all the way out until it clicks into place.
KL3116 User Manual Opening Together Refer to the diagrams in the Opening Separately section as you do the following: 1. Pull the release catch and pull the top and bottom panels out until the key- board module clicks into place. Once the console has been released, you can let go of the release catch.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg. 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.
KL3116 User Manual Closing the Console 1. Pull the release catches located on either side of the keyboard toward you to release the keyboard module, then slide the module slightly in. 2. Let go of the catches. Using the front handle, push the keyboard module...
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Chapter 3. Basic Operation 3. Rotate the LCD module all the way down, then pull the rear catches to release the LCD module. 4. Using the front handle, push the module all the way in.
KL3116 User Manual 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.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation The 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 Adjusts the vertical size of the screen image.
KL3116 User Manual Port Selection The KL3116 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual, an OSD (On Screen Display) menu system, and Hotkeys. OSD Operation is discussed in the next chapter; Hotkey Port Selection is discussed detail in Chapter 5.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the units, unplug its power cable from the rear panel. Before starting it back up you must do the following: 1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to it. Note: You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
KL3116 User Manual Port ID Numbering Each KVM Port on a KL3116 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.
Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu-driven method to handle control and switching operations. All procedures start from the OSD Main Menu. To invoke the OSD Main Menu, tap the OSD key (see page 36), or tap the [Scroll Lock] key twice.
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KL3116 User Manual When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears: 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 ordinary Users.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate the OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window or press Esc. To Logout click F8 or the symbol at the top of the Main Screen, or press [F8].
KL3116 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 which ports the OSD displays (lists) 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.
KL3116 User Manual F3 SET This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up an individual working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the Username provided during Login.
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Chapter 4. OSD Operation (F3 SET continued) 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 Number MODE plus the Port Name (PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME). The default is PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME).
KL3116 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 (F4 ADM continued) 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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KL3116 User Manual (F4 ADM continued) 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].
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Mac, Sun*, and Other). Repeat until all the ports have been set, then press [Esc]. The default is Win. FIRMWARE In order to upgrade the KL3116’s firmware (see page 57) you must first UPGRADE enable Firmware Upgrade Mode with this setting.
KL3116 User Manual F5 SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward, switching the console focus from the currently active KVM Port to the previous or next available one. The selection of computers to be available for Skip Mode switching is made with the Scan/Skip Mode setting under the F3 SET function (see page 37).
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 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.
KL3116 User Manual F7 SCAN This function automatically switches among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching manually. 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 37).
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 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.
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Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation The KL3116's hotkey function makes it convenient to control your KVM installation from the keyboard. Note: The hotkey function must be enabled to use hotkey operations. See HOTKEY COMMAND MODE, page 37, for details. Invoking Hotkey Mode (HKM) All hotkey operations begin by invoking HKM.
KL3116 User Manual Hotkey Port Access Hotkey Port Access allows you to select which computer has the KVM focus. The KL3116 provides the following Hotkey Port Access features: Selecting the Active Port Auto Scan Mode Selecting the Active Port You can bring the KVM focus to any computer with a hotkey combination that specifies its Port ID (see page 30 for Port ID Numbering): 1.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Auto Scan Mode The KL3116's Auto Scan feature automatically switches among all the active KVM Ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals (see SCAN/SKIP MODE, page 37) so that the user can monitor their activity automatically.
KL3116 User Manual 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.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Configuration Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set, do the following: 1.
KL3116 User Manual Platform Setup The KL3116's default port settings are for a PC Compatible operating platform. You can modify the platform setting for each port by bringing the KVM focus to the port you want to change and using the hotkey combinations shown in the table below.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Summary Table [Num Lock] + [-] [Port ID] [Enter] or Switches access to the computer that [Ctrl] + [F12] [Port ID] [Enter] corresponds to that Port ID. [Num Lock] + [-] [A] or Invokes Auto Scan Mode. [Ctrl] + [F12] [A] When in Auto Scan Mode, it pauses Auto Scanning.
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Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac and Sun keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the tables that follow. Mac Keyboard Emulation PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift [Ctrl] Ctrl [Ctrl] [1] [Ctrl] [2] [Ctrl] [3] [Ctrl] [4]...
1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Inter- net support site and choose the model name that relates to your device (KL3116) to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages. 2. Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install (usually the most recent) and download it to your computer.
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3. Connect the provided Firmware Upgrade Cable to a COM port on your computer and to the Firmware Upgrade Port on the switch. 4. Shut down the computers on your KL3116 installation. 5. From your KVM switch console, bring up the OSD (see page 31) and select the F4 ADM function.
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade 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: 2.
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KL3116 User Manual 4. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel. 5. 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. If it finds that the device's...
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
KL3116 User Manual Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No, the Upgrade Failed screen appears. Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. See the next section, Firmware Upgrade Recovery, for how to proceed.
Appendix Connection Table The following table indicates the relationship between the number of KH3116, KH0116, CS-1716, or ACS-1216A units that are cascaded from the KL3116 and the number of computers that they control on a daisy chained installation: Computers Computers...
KL3116 User Manual OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds Port ID Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name...
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.
KL3116 User Manual Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 68 105 cm racks; – A short bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 57 70 cm racks;...
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Appendix 2. Packing material has been inserted to protect the KL3116 Hideaway LCD KVMP Switch during shipping. Slide the LCD module out until the packing material is visible. Remove the packing material before installing the unit, as shown in the diagram below.
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KL3116 User Manual 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. 4. 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).
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Appendix 5. Slide the rear attachment sliding brackets along the slide bars until they contact the rear of the switch, then use the screws supplied with this package to attach the bars to the rear of the switch (tighten the screws all the way).
KL3116 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...
Appendix Specifications Function KL3116 Computer Direct Connections 512 (via Daisy Chain) Port Selection Pushbutton switches; OSD; Hotkeys Connectors KVM Ports 16 x SPHD-15 F (yellow) Daisy Chain 1 x DB-25 M (black) Firmware Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 F (black) External Console Port...
The distance between the external console and the the external monitor. KL3116 is too great. The maximum VGA cable distance should not exceed 20m and, in some cases, may need to be shorter. Replace the VGA cable with one of an...
Appendix Sun Systems Problem Solution Video display problems The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 @ with HDB-15 interface 60Hz. systems (e.g. Sun Blade Under Text Mode: 1000 servers). 1. Go to OK mode and issue the following commands: setenv output-device screen:r1024x768x60 reset-all Under XWindow:...
ALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective, contact ALTUSEN's support department for repair or replacement of your unit. ALTUSEN will not issue a refund.
Index Computer, 4 Hot Plugging, 28 ALTUSEN Information, xiii KVM Ports, 28 Hotkey Summary Table, 53 Basic Operation, 19 Installation, 11 Cables, 4 Daisy Chaining, 17 Clear Login Information, 65 Single Stage, 14 Closing the Console, 24 Introduction, 1 Connection Table, 63...
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KL3116 User Manual Main Screen Headings, 33 General, iv Navigation, 33 Rack Mounting, vi Overview, 31 Skip Mode, 50 Specifications, 71 Station IDs, 17 Port ID Numbering, 30 Station Positions Port Selection Switching, 28 Manual, 28 Sun Systems Powering Off, 29...
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