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AlterPath KVM Installation,

Configuration, and Users Guide

Software Version 2.0

Cyclades Corporation

3541 Gateway Boulevard

Fremont, CA 94538 USA

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Release Date: June 2005

Part Number: PAC0369

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Page 1 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide Software Version 2.0 Cyclades Corporation 3541 Gateway Boulevard Fremont, CA 94538 USA 1.888.CYCLADES (292.5233) 1.510.771.6100 1.510.771.6200 (fax) http://www.cyclades.com Release Date: June 2005 Part Number: PAC0369...
Page 2 ©2005 Cyclades Corporation This document contains proprietary information of Cyclades Corporation and is not to be disclosed or used except in accordance with applicable contracts or agreements. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. All trademarks, trade names, logos and service marks referenced herein, even when not specifically marked as such, belong to their respective companies and are not to be considered unprotected by law.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
KVM Ports ..................9 Management Ports (Console, Ethernet, User 1, User 2) ....10 AUX Port ..................12 Activity LEDs on the Back of the KVM ..........12 AlterPath KVM Ordering Options ............15 Types of Users ..................15 Simultaneous KVM Logins .............16 Simultaneous Server Connections ...........17 Administration Options ...............18...
Page 4 Power Outlets on the KVM Expander ..........49 Cascading a KVM Expander ............49 Adding the KVM Expander to the KVM Unit’s List of Cascaded Devices ...............52 Upgrading the KVM Expander Microcontroller Code ....52 User Access ..................53 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 5 To Set the Time and Date Using the OSD .......81 Completing Configuration Using the Web Manager ......83 Changing Default Passwords ..............84 Changing admin’s Default Password [Web Manager] ....84 Changing the Root Password [Command Line] ......84 Changing Default Passwords [OSD] ...........85 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 6 To Connect an External Modem to the AUX Port ......97 Chapter 3: Installing KVM-related Products and Components Connecting AlterPath PMs to the KVM ...........100 To Connect a PM to the AUX Port ..........100 To Connect Multiple PMs to the KVM ........101 Installing the AlterPath KVM Expander ..........102...
Page 7 Installing the AlterPath KVM Remote Presence ......112 Shipping Box Contents KVM RP ..........113 To Connect the RP to the KVM ..........114 Options for Accessing the RP ............114 To Connect the RP to a Dedicated Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse ..................114 To Connect the RP to the Local Work Station .......115 Supplying Power to the RP ............115...
Page 8 To Configure Users to Manage Specific Power Outlets ..142 Configuration ................143 To Configure Creation of Alarms and Syslog Files for IPDUs [Expert] ..............144 Software Upgrade ..............144 To Upgrade Firmware on an AlterPath PM [Expert] ....145 Configuration ..................147 KVM ....................148 General ..................148 General ..................149 Enabling Direct Access to KVM Ports [Expert] ......150...
Page 9 To Edit a Chain [Expert] ............203 To Edit a Rule for IP Filtering ..........204 To Add a Packet Filtering Rule [Expert] .......205 To Add a Chain for IP Filtering ..........205 To Edit A Chain for IP Filtering ..........207 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 10 Management ..................237 Backup Configuration ..............238 To Back Up or Retrieve KVM Configuration Data ....240 Firmware Upgrade .................241 To Find the Cyclades Pathname for Firmware or Microcode Upgrades ..............243 To Upgrade Firmware [Expert] ..........244 Microcode Upgrade ...............245 To Download Microcode From an FTP Server [Expert] ..246 Microcode Reset ................248...
Page 11 To Reset the Keyboard and Mouse ..........270 Controlling Power of a KVM-connected Server ......271 To Power On, Power Off, or Reboot the Connected Server ..271 Closing a KVM Connection ............272 To Close a KVM Connection ............272 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 12 Date/time Configuration Screens ..........315 User Station Screens ..............316 KVM Ports Screens ...............320 AUX Port Screens .................321 Cascade Devices ................324 Users and Groups Screens .............328 Syslog Screens ................335 Authentication Screens ..............336 Save/Load Configuration Screens ..........344 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 13 To reboot the KVM ..............348 Controlling the OSD Through the AlterPath Remote Presence ..349 To Use to the AlterPath KVM RP to Access the KVM ....349 To Switch the RP Video Display from the OSD to the Local Computer .................350 To Switch the RP Video Display from the Local Computer to the OSD ..................350...
Page 14 Contents AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
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Page 16 Contents AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 17 List of Procedures To Mount the KVM................61 To Make an Ethernet Connection.............63 To Prepare to Connect Devices to the KVM........65 To Connect Computers to KVM Ports..........66 To Connect to the Console Port ............68 To Connect to the User 1 Management Port ........69 To Power On the KVM ..............69 To Power On Connected Devices ............69 To Log Into the KVM Through the Console........71...
Page 18 List of Procedures To Prevent Mouse Conflicts [Windows 2000 / ME]......92 To Prevent Mouse Conflicts [Windows 95/98/NT] ......92 To Prevent Mouse Conflicts [Linux] ..........93 To Modify IE Security Settings ............94 To Connect an External Modem to the AUX Port ......97 To Connect a PM to the AUX Port ..........100 To Connect Multiple PMs to the KVM..........101 To Mount the KVM Expander ............105...
Page 19 To Configure Users to Manage Specific Power Outlets ....142 To Configure Creation of Alarms and Syslog Files for IPDUs [Expert]................144 To Upgrade Firmware on an AlterPath PM [Expert] .....145 To Enable Direct Access to KVM Ports [Expert] ......150 To Redefine KVM Session Keyboard Shortcuts [Expert] .....151 To Specify an Authentication Method for KVM Port Logins ..152...
Page 20 To View General Information for Your KVM.......234 To View Port Status ...............235 To Back Up or Retrieve KVM Configuration Data .......240 To Find the Cyclades Pathname for Firmware or Microcode Upgrades ..............243 To Upgrade Firmware [Expert]............244 To Download Microcode From an FTP Server [Expert] ....246 To Reset the Microcode After Upgrade .........248...
Page 21 To Log In to the KVM Through the OSD........284 To Access System Information ............348 To reboot the KVM ................348 To Use to the AlterPath KVM RP to Access the KVM ....349 To Switch the RP Video Display from the OSD to the Local Computer................350 To Switch the RP Video Display from the Local Computer to the OSD ..................350...
Page 22 List of Procedures To Boot from an Alternate Image in U-Boot Monitor Mode..358 To Boot in Single User Mode from U-Boot Monitor Mode ..359 To Replace a Boot Image From a Network Boot in U-Boot Monitor Mode ................359 To Restore the KVM Configuration to the Factory Default ..360...
Page 24 List of Procedures xxii...
Page 25 Other Terms and Conventions .........xxxv Table iv-2: Port Types ..............6 Table 1-1: Table 1-2: LED Descriptions ............13 AlterPath KVM Model Numbers and Port Options..15 Table 1-3: Table 1-4: User Types, Responsibilities, and Default Password...16 Table 1-5: Administration Options..........18 Supported Browsers .............20...
Page 26 List of Tables Table 3-2: KVM RP Shipping Box Contents, Part Numbers, and Description ............113 Table 4-1: Network Forms ............188 Table 4-2: Host Settings Configuration Fields......190 Add/Modify Static Routes Fields.......223 Table 4-3: PPP Fields for Configuring the AUX Port....225 Table 4-4: Boot Configuration Fields and Options .....231 Table 4-5: Port Status Information ..........236...
Page 27 Table 7-18: User Access List KVM Port Permissions Configuration Screens..........333 Authentication Configuration Screens for Table 7-19: KVM Logins ..............338 Table 7-20: Common Configuration Screens for Kerberos and LDAP Authentication Servers..........338 Unique LDAP Authentication Server Table 7-21: Configuration Screens..........340 Table 7-22: Configuration Screens for the Radius or TACACS+ Authentication Servers..........341 Smb (NTLM) Configuration Screens ......342...
Page 28 List of Tables xxviii...
Page 29 Figure 1-7: LEDs on the KVM Management Ports......13 Figure 1-8: Figure 1-9: Cascaded KVM Devices from an KVM ......21 Connecting an AlterPath PM to the KVM....33 Figure 1-10: KVM Expander Back Panel Components ....47 Figure 1-11: Figure 1-12: Ports on the KVM Expander Back Panel.....48 Connecting a KVM Expander to the KVM ....50...
Page 30 List of Figures Figure 7-6: Cascade Devices Configuration Screens ....325 Users and Groups Configuration Screens ....329 Figure 7-7: Syslog Configuration Server Screen......335 Figure 7-8: Authentication Options and Screens......337 Figure 7-9: Save/Load Config Configuration Screens ....345 Figure 7-10:...
Page 31: Before You Begin
Before You Begin This installation, administration, and users guide provides background information and procedures for installing, configuring, and administering the Cyclades AlterPath™ family of KVM products including: • AlterPath KVM/net • AlterPath KVM Expander • AlterPath KVM RP • AlterPath KVM Terminators In addition, this guide offers information and procedures for accessing connected servers and other connected devices.
Page 32 Explains the procedures for installing the KVM Expander and the KVM RP in addition to explaining how to install an external modem, an AlterPath PM and how to cas- cade KVM units to the KVM. Chapter 4: Web Manager for Administrators...
Page 33 Glossary of terms and acronyms used in the manual. Related Documents The following document for the Cyclades AlterPath KVM is shipped with the product. • AlterPath KVM Quick Start Guide (hard-copy) The following manuals for Cyclades AlterPath products mentioned in this guide are on the Documentation CD shipped with the product and they are also available at: http://www.cyclades.com/support/downloads.php.
Page 34: Table Iv-1:Typographic Conventions
Before You Begin Typographic and Other Conventions The following table describes the typographic conventions used in Cyclades manuals. Table iv-1:Typographic Conventions Typeface Meaning Example Links Hypertext links or URLs Go to: http://www.cyclades.com Emphasis Titles, emphasized or new words or terms See the AlterPath KVM Quick Start.
Page 35: Table Iv-2:Other Terms And Conventions
Navigation shortcuts Shortcuts use the “greater than” Go to Configura- symbol (>) to indicate how to tion>KVM> General >IP navigate to Web Manager forms Users in Expert mode. or OSD screens. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide xxxv...
Page 36 Before You Begin xxxvi AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 37 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter gives an overview of the features of the Cyclades™ AlterPath™ KVM. This chapter describes how administrators and operators can use the KVM features to securely manage connected computer systems and a large variety of devices from anywhere on the local area network or on the Internet.
Page 38: Figure 1-1: Kvm Front And Back
You use the KVM ports on the left and middle back of the KVM to connect servers. You can use the AUX port on the right to connect AlterPath PM IPDUs or an optional external modem. You use the management ports on the right to connect to the KVM and to its connected devices.
Page 39: What's New In Kvm
Note: The 500-foot limit includes the distance of the User 2 from the KVM and the distance of the most remote system connected to a KVM port. Secondary KVM units such as the Cyclades AlterPath KVM Expander or another AlterPath KVM can be cascaded for extended KVM server connections.
Page 40: Figure 1-2: Osd Main Menu
• “Enhanced Power Management for Cascaded Devices” on page 5 • “Enhanced Syslogging” on page 5 Color OSD In KVM, the OSD uses multiple colors to enhance its usability. A selected option is highlighted in green. Figure 1-2: OSD Main Menu AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 41: Enhanced Power Management For Cascaded Devices
AUX port. See the “Accessing Connected Devices” on page 259 for instructions on how users without KVM administration privileges can access AlterPath PMs that are connected to the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 42: Table 1-1: Port Types
68 Ethernet Connect an Ethernet cable to the • “Management Ports (Console, local area network (LAN). Ethernet, User 1, User 2)” on page • “To Make an Ethernet Connection” on page 63 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 43 Ethernet, User 1, User 2)” on page (RP). The RP can be ordered sepa- rately. • “AlterPath KVM RP” on page 54 Note: The 500-foot limit includes • “To Connect the RP to the KVM” the distance of the User 2 from the...
Page 44: Figure 1-3: Kvm Back Panel
KVM. See “Management Ports (Console, Ethernet, User 1, User 2)” on page 10 and “AUX Port” on page 12. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 45: Figure 1-4: Power Connector And Kvm Server Ports On The Left Rear
KVM port connections, also called out-of-band connections give access to information that is otherwise inaccessible through in-band network interfaces. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 46: Figure 1-6: Management Ports
The following figure shows the management ports on the right back of the KVM. User 1 Port User 2 Port VGA Port PS/2 Ports Console Ethernet [User 1] [User 1] Port Port Figure 1-6: Management Ports AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 47 On Screen Display for more details. • User 2 – This port is used for extending the local administration by connecting an RJ-45 cable of up to 500 feet to an AlterPath Remote Presence (RP). The RP can be ordered separately. Administrators can use the OSD (On Screen Display) to locally manage and use the KVM without being in the same room as the KVM.
Page 48: Figure 1-7: Management Ports
Up to 32 IPDUs can be daisy-chained for a total of 120 outlets. See “Power Management” on page 33 for background information of power management and see “Connecting AlterPath PMs to the KVM” on page 100 for installation instructions. • Connecting to an optional external modem See “Connecting an External Modem”...
Page 49: Table 1-2: Led Descriptions
5, 3 Monitor RS-232 async • OFF – Indicates the port is not open. port status • Orange – Lights when DTR (data terminal ready) signal is on (when the port is open). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 50 • Green – Blinks when software is operating normally. If software crashes, light stops blinking, and if the Watchdog timer is active, the KVM reboots. Monitor compact flash Not implemented. (HD) or other (GP) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 51: Table 1-3: Alterpath Kvm Model Numbers And Port Options
AlterPath KVM Ordering Options AlterPath KVM Ordering Options Each AlterPath KVM comes with 16 or 32 KVM ports. The following table lists the model and part numbers and number of KVM ports of each KVM unit. Table 1-3: AlterPath KVM Model Numbers and Port Options...
Page 52: Table 1-4: User Types, Responsibilities, And Default Password
Only one KVM administrator can be logged in at a time. If a second administrative user attempts to log into the Web Manager, the following prompt appears offering a choice of cancelling the attempt to log in or terminating the other administrator’s login session. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 53: Simultaneous Server Connections
The KVM supports a maximum of 2 local server connections. Local users include: • One local user at the KVM (User 1). • One extended user at the AlterPath KVM RP location (User 2). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 54: Table 1-5: Administration Options
The administrator options require different types of log in credentials. For more information on which types of users can perform administrative tasks and access administrative options, see “Cyclades Web Manager” on page 19. Table 1-5: Administration Options The Web Manager is the primary means of configuring the KVM.
Page 55: Cyclades Web Manager
Cyclades Web Manager Administrators perform most tasks through the KVM’s version of the Cyclades Web Manager. The Web Manager runs in a browser and provides a real-time view of all the equipment that is connected to the KVM. The administrator or the regular user who has administrative access can use the...
Page 56: Table 1-6: Supported Browsers
• A user account defined on the Web Manager By default, the admin has an account on the Web Manager. An administrator can add regular user accounts to administer connected devices using the Web Manager. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 57: Figure 1-9: Cascaded Kvm Devices From An Kvm
A secondary KVM unit can be a KVM or a KVM Expander. Administrators can connect up to 32 KVM units to the master KVM. Each cascaded KVM device has two management ports that can be connected to AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 58: Table 1-7: Connectors And Ports For Cascading Kvm Units
User 1 port of a cascaded KVM/net Plus, KVM/net, or KVM. KVM users can use the master KVM to access all devices connected to KVM ports on the master and primary KVM units. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 59: Table 1-8: Default Port Access Permissions
The KVM administrator must take the actions described under “Where Documented” to allow any other types of access than the defaults defined in the previous table. See “Authentication” on page 37 for the tasks related to setting up authentication. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 60: Understanding Kvm Port Permissions
The KVM administrator can specify different Default Permissions or KVM port permissions for any user or group. “KVM Port Permissions Hierarchy” on page 25 provides information that the KVM administrator needs to understand in order to perform advanced configuration of KVM permissions. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 61: Table 1-9: Tools For Setting Kvm Port Permissions
• If users jim, joan, jerry, jill, joe, jennifer, jordan, jolanda, and jezebel are trying to access port 4 and do not have port 4 listed for any types of access, then their access requests are passed to decision 2. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 62: Decision 2: Check Group's Kvm Port Permissions
• If user jill is trying to access port 4 and the Generic User has port 4 in a list of ports with no access permissions, then jill is denied access. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 63: Decision 4: Check User's Default Permissions
Default Permission of no access, then jolanda is denied access. • If user jennifer is not a member of any group with a Default Permission specified, then her access request is passed to decision 6. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 64: Decision 6: Check Generic User's Default Permissions
Note: If an access request gets this far, the Default Permission of the Generic User is the only permission that could apply. 6. Does the Default Permission for the Generic User allow access to the port? • If yes, access is granted. • If no, access is denied. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 65: Administering Users Of Connected Servers
• Assigns aliases to ports to identify the connected servers. • Assigns aliases to IPDUs to identify the location or types of devices being managed. • Creates accounts for users of connected devices. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 66: Redefining Keyboard Shortcuts (Hot Keys)
, and the command key is Ctrl+k different for each command. For example, the command key is entered after to quit the login session as shown here: . See “Hot Keys for Ctrl+k Ctrl+k q AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 67: Redefining Sun Keyboard Equivalent Hot Keys
“To Redefine Configure> “User Station mand keys for tion>KVM>Ge KVM Session User Station Screens” on the local user neral>User 1 Keyboard page 414 session Configura- Shortcuts tion>KVM>Ge [Expert]” on neral>User 2 page 151 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 68 Sun keyboard Configura- “To Redefine Configure> “KVM Ports emulation tion>KVM>Ge the Escape Key General Screens” on escape key neral for Sun Key- page 417 board Emula- tion Hot Keys [Expert]” on page 236. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 69: Figure 1-10:Connecting An Alterpath Pm To The Kvm
Power Management The KVM enables users who have power management permissions to power off, power on, and reboot devices connected to an AlterPath PM intelligent power distribution unit (IPDU). By connecting one PM to the AUX port and by daisy-chaining any combination of PM models, you can connect up to 128 outlets to one KVM.
Page 70: Setting Up And Configuring Power Management
Web Manager Access page. Refer to the documentation of your PM model for more information if needed. Configure users to manage power. “To Configure Users to Manage Specific Power Outlets” on page 142 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 71: Options For Managing Power
Configure Users to Manage Specific Power Outlets” on page 142. Or see “Setting Up and Configuring Power Management” on page 34 for a list of all of the administration tasks involved insetting up power management. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 72: Controlling Power While Connected To Kvm Ports
Access is denied if the username or password is not valid. The password database that is used for checking can reside either locally (on the KVM) or on an authentication server on the network. The AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 73: Table 1-11:Supported Authentication Types For Kvm And Port Types
No login required Local Uses user/password file X [Default] X [Default] for local authentication on the KVM Kerberos Uses Kerberos network authentication protocol Kerberos/Local Uses local authentica- tion if Kerberos authen- tication fails AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 74 Uses local authentica- tion if NIS server is down NTLM Uses SMB authentica- tion for Microsoft Win- dows NT/2000/2003 RADIUS Uses RADIUS authenti- cation RADIUSDownlocal Uses local authentica- tion if RADIUS server is down AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 75: Table 1-12:Specifying Authentication Methods
Task Where Documented/Notes Choosing an authentication method • Web Manager – “To Configure an for the KVM Authentication Method for KVM Logins” on page 177 • OSD – “Authentication Screens” on page 336 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 76: Notifications, Alarms, And Data Buffering
For more details about syslog servers see, “Syslog Servers” on page 42. For more background about setting up logging, notifications, alarms, and for links to all related procedures in this manual, see “Configuring Logging and Alarms” on page 43. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 77: Syslog Servers
/var/log/ file and the messages from the 2 facility to the saopaulo-config local file. While identifying the syslog server using var/log/fremont-config the Web Manager, according to this example, you would select the facility AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 78: Configuring Logging And Alarms
KVM). • Connect to the KVM remotely using telnet or ssh. • Connect directly to the KVM to find out the DHCP address using the ifconfig command. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 79: Table 1-13:Alterpath Kvm Terminators
KVM Terminator Usage and Types KVM Terminator Usage and Types An AlterPath KVM terminator is used when connecting a computer or a cascaded KVM device to a KVM port on the AlterPath KVM. Administrators or operators at remote stations who have access through the KVM’s management software to a KVM port have the same kind of access as...
Page 80: Kvm Expander
Introduction KVM Expander The AlterPath KVM Expander is designed to connect to the primary KVM to increase the number of ports that a primary KVM can manage. Note: The AlterPath KVM Expander is compatible with the KVM/net Plus, the KVM/net, and the KVM. The term primary KVM unit refers to the three types of KVM units.
Page 81: Kvm Expander Features
• Supports all existing Terminators See “KVM Terminator Usage and Types” on page 44 for more details. • Is compatible with the AlterPath KVM, KVM/net, and KVM/net Plus units See “Cascaded Devices” on page 21 for more details. • Operates with up to two input ports – User A and User B See “Ports on the KVM Expander”...
Page 82: Table 1-14: Kvm Expander Model Numbers And Port Options
The following sections explain the components of the KVM Expander: • “Ports on the KVM Expander” on page 48 • “LEDs on the KVM Expander” on page 49 • “Power Outlets on the KVM Expander” on page 49 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 83: Table 1-15:Kvm Expander Port Types
Each port allows one connection to a server plugged in to the KVM Expander, so a maximum of two server connections can be made at one time. See “Installing the AlterPath KVM Expander” on page 102. KVM ports KVM ports on the KVM Expander work exactly as the KVM ports on...
Page 84: Leds On The Kvm Expander
User B port on the KVM Expander In a single user configuration, only one CAT5 cable is connected from a KVM port on the primary KVM unit to either of the users ports on the KVM Expander. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 85: Figure 1-13:Connecting A Kvm Expander To The Kvm
The following diagram displays a KVM Expander cascaded from a KVM. Server Server Server AlterPath KVM Expander 16 UserA UserB AlterPath KVM 32 local user Figure 1-13:Connecting a KVM Expander to the KVM AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 86: Table 1-16:Maximum Number Of Supported Servers
KVM Expander 8 KVM/net KVM Expander 16 KVM/net KVM Expander 8 KVM/net Plus 1601/1602/1604 KVM Expander 16 KVM/net Plus 1601/1602/1604 KVM Expander 8 KVM/net Plus 3201/3202/3204 KVM Expander 16 KVM/net Plus 3201/3202/3204 KVM Expander 8 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 87: Figure 1-14:Devices Form On Kvm Web Manager
Microcode Update form on the primary KVM unit to upgrade the microcode for a KVM Expander. Using the KVM Web Manager in Expert Mode, go to: Management > Microcode Update to see the form displayed in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 88: Figure 1-15:Microcode Update Form On Kvm Web Manager
ON by both user ports. If this happens, the last USER to access the Server port will have read-only access (i.e., the user will have no access to the keyboard and mouse). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 89: Figure 1-16:Kvm Rp Front
AlterPath KVM RP AlterPath KVM RP While using the AlterPath KVM RP, an administrator has full access to the OSD menus, so all local administration tasks can be performed in an office or at any other location up to 500 feet away from the KVM. In addition, you do not need a dedicated monitor, keyboard, and mouse to use the RP;...
Page 90: Table 1-17:Kvm Rp Port Types
Keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) management port. Includes two [PS/2 and VGA] PS/2 ports and a VGA port, which can be connected to a local station’s mouse, keyboard, and monitor. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 91 Chapter 2 Installing the KVM This chapter outlines and described tasks for installing the KVM and provides other important installation-related information. The following table lists the basic installation tasks in the order in which they should be performed and shows the page numbers where the tasks are described in more detail.
Page 92 Products and Components” on page 97 if you are installing an intelligent power management device (IPDU), an external modem, an AlterPath Remote Presence (RP), an AlterPath KVM Expander, or an other cascaded KVM unit. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 93: Table 2-1: Shipping Box Contents, Part Numbers, And Description
Quick Start Guide experienced users in printed format. CAB0010 3-pin power cord Use to plug into a grounded AC power outlet. For other types of power sources, contact Cyclades sales for other cord options. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 94 KVM ports. The number and types of KVM terminators in each order are based on the number of KVM ports on the KVM model that is being shipped and on the types of servers that are to be AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 95: Setting Up The Kvm
Holes for back mounting KVM side b. For each bracket, insert a screw through each of the three holes on the bracket into the appropriate holes at either the front or back of the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 96 The following figure shows the bracket flanges on the front of the KVM after the brackets are installed. Brackets c. Use a hex screwdriver to tighten the screws. 2. Use screws or nuts and bolts as appropriate to mount the KVM on a rack. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 97: Making An Ethernet Connection
2. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on the KVM. Remote connections can also be made through an external modem connected to the AUX port. See “Modem Connections” on page 277 for background information and instructions. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 98: Connecting Servers To The Kvm Ports
Power on connected devices again only after the KVM is powered on. Follow the procedures below when connecting computers to KVM ports on KVM or on the KVM Expander. For connecting AlterPath PMs or cascaded AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 99: To Prepare To Connect Devices To The Kvm
Obtain the information you need to identify the authentication server on the KVM from the server’s administrator. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 100: To Connect Computers To Kvm Ports
3. If the PC’s VGA port is recessed too far for easy access, insert a VGA mini extender before attempting to connect the VGA connector. The VGA DB-9 mini extender (part number ADB0035) can be ordered separately from Cyclades. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 101 “Avoiding Internet Explorer Conflicts” on page 94 has been done on the PC. 10.If this is a first-time installation, go to “Making a Direct Connection for Network Configuration” on page 68. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 102: Making A Direct Connection For Network Configuration
2. Connect the other end to a USB serial adapter or DB-9 connection on the computer. 3. Using a terminal emulation program installed on a computer, start a session with the following console port settings: Serial Speed: 9600 bps Data Length: 8 bits Parity: None AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 103: To Connect To The User 1 Management Port
The KVM beeps once. To Power On Connected Devices Do this after “Connecting Servers to the KVM Ports” on page 64. • Turn on the power switches of the connected computers and devices. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 104: Performing Basic Network Configuration
KVM or its connected devices needs access to the DHCP server to look up the current IP address every time before using the Web Manager. See “Considerations When Choosing Whether to Enable DHCP” on page 43 for AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 105: Configuring Basic Networking Using The Wiz Command
From your terminal emulation application, log into the console port as root. KVM login: root Password: cyclades As shown in the previous screen, the default password is “cyclades.” If the password has been changed from the default, use the new password. To Change the Password Through the Console If the default password “cyclades”...
Page 106: To Use The Wiz Command To Configure Network Parameters
7. Enter the IP address of the DNS (domain name) server. Primary DNS Server[192.168.44.21] : DNS_server_IP_address 8. Enter the IP address for the gateway. Gateway IP[eth0] : gateway_IP_address 9. Enter the netmask for the subnetwork. Network Mask[#] : netmask AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 107: To Apply And Confirm The Network Parameters Defined Using The Wiz Command
Do you want to save your configuration to Flash? (y/n)[n]: y 5. To confirm the configuration, enter the ifconfig command. 6. The new network parameters display. 7. Log out from the terminal session. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 108: Table 2-2: Osd Equivalents For Common Actions
KVM’s KVM management port and a local monitor, keyboard, and mouse, as described under “To Connect to the User 1 Management Port” on page 69. After the KVM and monitor are powered on, the AlterPath Viewer appears displaying the OSD login screen.
Page 109: To Log Into The Osd
To Log Into the OSD 1. On the OSD login screen, enter “admin” as the Login name. 2. Enter the password. The default password is “cyclades.” If the password has been changed from the default, use the current password. 3. Press Enter.
Page 110: To Change A Password Using The Osd
Warning! If the “root” and “admin” passwords have not been changed, change them now. Changing the default password closes a security hole that could be easily exploited. 2. Select the user name from the list of users on the User Database screen. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 111 7. If you are performing an initial configuration of basic networking parameters, go to: To Configure Network Parameters Using the OSD.” 8. Otherwise, go to the appropriate menu option for your next task. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 112: To Configure Network Parameters Using The Osd
1. From the OSD Main Menu, go to Configure > Network. The DHCP form appears. 2. Select the “disabled” option and press Enter. The IP address form appears. 3. Enter the IP address for the KVM and press Enter. The Netmask form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 113 The Gateway form appears. 5. Enter the IP address for the gateway and press Enter. The DNS Server form appears. 6. Enter the IP address for the DNS server and press Enter. The Domain form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 114 “Completing Configuration Using the Web Manager” on page 83. • Otherwise, go to the appropriate menu option for your next task or exit from the OSD. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 115: To Set The Time And Date Using The Osd
3. To enable the NTP time and date server, do the following. a. On the Date/time conf. form, select the “enabled” option. The NTP server screen appears b. Enter the IP address of the NTP server. c. Save the changes. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 116 If you are performing an initial configuration of basic networking parameters, go to: “Completing Configuration Using the Web Manager” on page 83. Otherwise, go to the appropriate menu option for your next task. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 117: Completing Configuration Using The Web Manager
• Set up logging of system messages to a syslog server • Configure power management for the AUX port if the port is connected to an optional AlterPath PM or other supported IPDU device • Choose among authentication methods and specify authentication servers •...
Page 118: Changing Default Passwords
Changing admin’s Default Password [Web Manager] 1. Bring up the Web Manager. 2. Log in as admin using the default password, “cyclades”. 3. In Wizard Mode, go to Step3: Access. 4. Select “admin” from the Users List. 5. Click the “Change Password” button.
Page 119: Changing Default Passwords [Osd]
4. From the list of users on the User Database screen, select the user name. 5. On the “Enter the Password” screen, enter the new password. 6. On the password confirmation window, re-enter the password. 7. Select OK. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 120: To Use The Default Ip Address To Access The Web Manager
IP address of a computer that is on the same subnet as the KVM/net Plus. 1. Set up the AlterPath KVM/net Plus. See “To Mount the KVM” on page 61.
Page 121: To Use A Dynamic Ip Address To Access The Web Manager
Web Manager This procedure assumes that DHCP is enabled on the KVM/net Plus. 1. Set up the AlterPath KVM/net Plus. See “To Mount the KVM” on page 61. 2. Connect computers and other devices to be managed through the KVM/net Plus.
Page 122 MAC address from the bottom side of the KVM/net Plus’ chassis. (The address has the form: NN-NN-NN-NN-NN-NN, as in this example: 00-60-3D-01-36-B4.) 6. Finish configuring KVM/net Plus users and ports using the Web Manager. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 123: Preconfiguring The Kvm For Remote Installation
KVM to a remote location that does not have a system administrator. If you would prefer to have Cyclades preconfigure the KVM with basic network parameters at Cyclades Corporation before it is shipped, ask your Cyclades contact to put you in touch with Cyclades professional services.
Page 124: Additional Configuration Tasks
Performing the procedure prevents conflicts between the mouse settings on the connected computers and the mouse settings on computers used to do administration through the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 125 “Select a pointer speed” scale. 4. Go to: Control Panel > Display > Appearance > Effects 5. To disable transition effects, click both transition effects check boxes to clear them. 6. Click OK. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 126: To Prevent Mouse Conflicts [Windows 2000 / Me]
“Pointer Speed” scale. 3. Go to: Settings > Control Panel > Display > Effects > Advanced Settings for Pointer Speed. 4. Disable window, menu, and list animation by clearing “Animate windows, menus, and lists.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 127: To Prevent Mouse Conflicts [Linux]
• Access on the KVM to the port where the computer is connected • Access as root on the connected computer 1. Log into the Cyclades Web Manager with the username and password of an account that has been configured to access the port where the computer is connected.
Page 128: Avoiding Internet Explorer Conflicts
• A PC running Windows XP with Service Pack 2 is being used to remotely administer a computer connected to a KVM server port • Internet Explorer (IE) is used to bring up the Cyclades Web Manager and the AlterPath Viewer To Modify IE Security Settings 1.
Page 129 Download signed ActiveX controls. 4. Select either Enable or Prompt. 5. If you selected Enable, press the OK button. 6. If you selected Prompt, go to Downloads > Automatic prompting for file downloads, and select Enable. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 130 Installing the KVM 7. Select the OK button. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 131: To Connect An External Modem To The Aux Port
Page 97 AlterPath PM Page 100 Cascaded KVM units Page 109 AlterPath KVM Expander Page 112 AlterPath Remote Presence Page 112 Connecting an External Modem You can connect a modem to the AUX port on the KVM. After the modem is...
Page 133 4. Configure the AUX port for PPP. See “AUX Port” on page 224 and “To Configure the AUX Port for Use With a PM or an External Modem” on page 225. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 134: Connecting Alterpath Pms To The Kvm
Installing KVM-related Products and Components Connecting AlterPath PMs to the KVM You can control an AlterPath Power Management (PM), intelligent power distribution unit (IPDU), by connecting it to the AUX port on the KVM. By daisy-chaining any combination of PM models, you can control up to 128 outlets from one KVM.
Page 135: To Connect Multiple Pms To The Kvm
1. Use an RJ-45 CAT5 cable to connect the Out port of a PM that is already connected to the AUX port of a KVM to the In port of the next AlterPath 2. Repeat Step 1 until you have connected the desired number of PMs.
Page 136: Installing The Alterpath Kvm Expander
Connect the KVM Expander to the KVM Page 111 Power on the KVM Expander and connected devices Page 108 Add the KVM Expander to the primary KVM unit’s list of cascaded Page 160 devices AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 137: Table 3-1: Kvm Expander Shipping Box Contents, Part Numbers, And Description
Quick Start Guide experienced users in printed format. CAB0010 3-pin power cord Use to plug into a grounded AC power outlet. For other types of power sources, contact Cyclades sales for other cord options. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 138 “KVM Terminator Usage and Types” on page 44. Note: For more information about cabling, see “RS-232 Cabling Tutorial” at http:// www.cyclades.com/resources, under “White Papers.” For ordering information, see “Cyclades Product Guide,” available at: http:// www.cyclades.com/common/www/pdf/catalog.en.pdf. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 139: To Mount The Kvm Expander
The following figure shows the angle of a bracket being installed for rack mounting. KVM Expander side Holes for front mounting Holes for back mounting Bracket The following figure shows the angle of a bracket being installed for wall mounting. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 140 The following figure shows the brackets as they appear from the top of the KVM Expander after the brackets are installed for wall mounting. Brackets KVM Expander back KVM Expander front KVM Expander top AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 141 2. Use screws or nuts and bolts as appropriate to mount the KVM Expander on the wall, on a rack, or in a cabinet. 3. Use screws or nuts and bolts as appropriate to mount the KVM Expander on a rack. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 142: Powering On The Kvm Expander And Connected Devices
3. Turn the KVM Expander’s power switch on. To Power On KVM-connected Devices Do this after “Connecting Servers to the KVM Ports” on page 64. • Turn on the power switches of the connected computers and devices. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 143: Connecting Cascaded Kvm Units To The Primary Kvm
• AlterPath KVM – See the AlterPath KVM Manual for installation instructions. • KVM Expander – See the “Installing the AlterPath KVM Expander” on page 102 for installation instructions. • KVM – See the “Installing the KVM” on page 57 for installation instructions.
Page 144: To Connect A Secondary Kvm, Kvm/Net, Or Kvm/Net Plus To The Primary Kvm110
See “Connecting Servers to the KVM Ports” on page 64 for detailed instructions on how to connect devices to KVM ports using KVM Terminators. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each secondary KVM to be connected to the primary KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 145: To Connect A Kvm Expander To The Primary Kvm
Connecting Cascaded KVM Units to the Primary KVM To Connect a KVM Expander to the Primary See “Installing the AlterPath KVM Expander” on page 102 for background information on the KVM Expander. 1. Power off all KVM hardware and connected devices.
Page 146: Installing The Alterpath Kvm Remote Presence
Installing KVM-related Products and Components Installing the AlterPath KVM Remote Presence With a CAT5 cable up to 500 feet long, the AlterPath KVM RP can be connected to the User 2 port of the KVM unit, enabling the extended user to perform local administration tasks or to select the local keyboard, video, and mouse console between a local station and a server connected to the KVM.
Page 147: Table 3-2: Kvm Rp Shipping Box Contents, Part Numbers
RJ-45 to RJ-45 7ft. Use to connect the User 2 CAT5 cable port on the KVM to the Remote User port on the KVM RP. See “To Connect the RP to the KVM” on page 114. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 148: To Connect The Rp To The Kvm
1. Connect your monitor’s VGA cable to the USER VGA port on the RP. 2. Connect your keyboard’s PS/2 cord to the USER keyboard PS/2 port on the RP. 3. Connect your mouse’s PS/2 cord to the USER mouse PS/2 port on the RP. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 149: To Connect The Rp To The Local Work Station
2. If the RP is connected to the local PC, turn the KVM’s power switch on. The power is supplied by the PC. See “To Connect the RP to the Local Work Station” on page 115 for instructions on connecting the RP to the local PC. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 150 Installing KVM-related Products and Components AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 151 Chapter 4 Web Manager for Administrators This chapter is for administrators who use the Web Manager for managing and configuring the KVM. Two types of administrators can access all the Web Manager functions described in this chapter: • An administrator who knows the password for the “admin” account, which is configured by default •...
Page 152: Common Tasks
• To Delete a Syslog Server [Wizard] • To Configure Syslogging for KVM Ports and Specify Message Filtering [Expert] • To Configure Creation of Alarms and Syslog Files for IPDUs [Expert] AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 153 [Expert]” on page 141 • “To Configure Creation of Alarms and Syslog Files for IPDUs [Expert]” on page • “To Upgrade Firmware on an AlterPath PM [Expert]” on page 145 Choose among authentication methods • “To Configure an Authentication Method for and specify authentication servers for KVM Logins”...
Page 154: Common Features Of Administrators' Windows
The unsaved changes button appears on the lower right hand corner of the Web Manager and a graphical LED blinks red whenever the current user has made any changes and has not yet saved the changes. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 155: Obtaining More Information
Help button. For definitions of unfamiliar terms see the Glossary. For links to sections of the book where unfamiliar terms are discussed, see the Index. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 156: Logging Into The Web Manager And Saving Changes
The Login page appears. If direct logins to ports is not enabled, a “username” and a “password” field appear on the login area of the screen, as shown in the following screen example. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 157 If another administrator is already logged in as “admin,” the dialog box shown in the following screen example appears. Note: For more information about the numbers of simultaneous logins allowed, see “Simultaneous KVM Logins” on page 16. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 158: To Save Configuration Changes
After you log in as described in “To Log Into the Web Manager as Admin” on page 122, Expert mode is in effect by default. To change to Wizard mode, select the Wizard button, which displays only in Expert mode. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 159: Figure 4-1: Example Window In Wizard Mode
Three configuration steps display in the left menu of the Web Manager in Wizard mode. The following table lists the sections where the steps are described. Step 1: Network Settings [Wizard] Page 126 Step 2: Access [Wizard] Page 128 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 160: Step 1: Network Settings [Wizard
Note: If DHCP is enabled, a local DHCP server assigns the KVM a dynamic IP address that can change. The administrator chooses whether or not to use AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 161: Step 2: Access [Wizard
KVM. Added users can optionally be configured to administer the KVM by assigning them to the “admin” group. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 162 To Change a Password [Wizard] Page 131 Note: To perform advanced configuration for users and groups, for example, to restrict user access to KVM ports, or to create a group, go to Expert>Configuration >Users and Groups. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 163: To Add A User [Wizard]
The “Add User” dialog box appears. 3. Enter the required information in the fields as shown in the following table. Field Name Definition User Name The username for the account being added. Password The password for the account. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 164 Optional. The default shell when the user makes a ssh or telnet con- nection with the switch. Choices are: sh or bash. The default is sh. Comments Optional notes about the user’s role or configuration. 4. Click OK. 5. Click the “apply changes” button. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 165: To Delete A User [Wizard]
KVM and connected devices open to anyone who knows the default passwords and the KVM’s IP address. For security’s sake, make sure the admin and root passwords have been changed from the default “cyclades.” If either the admin or root passwords have not been changed, change them now.
Page 166 2. Select the name of the user whose password you want to change. 3. Click “Change Password.” The “Change User Password” dialog box appears. 4. Enter the new password in both fields, and click OK. 5. Click the “apply changes” button. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 167: Step 3: System Log [Wizard
This form configures system logging for the KVM. More advanced configuration of syslog servers and event notification can be done in Expert mode. To configure system logging for messages relating to KVM ports, in AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 168: To Add A Syslog Server [Wizard]
1. From the Syslog Server list, select the syslog server that you want to delete from the current facility location, and select Delete. 2. Repeat this step for as many servers you need to delete. 3. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 169: Expert Mode
For example, a step telling the user to access the “IP Users” form in the right tab in the previous figure would use this convention, “In Expert mode, go to Configuration> KVM>General >IP Users.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 170: Overview Of Menus And Forms In Expert Mode
— Syslog — PCMCIA Management — Services — IP Filtering — VPN — SNMP — Host Tables — Static Routes — AUX Port — AuxPort1 — AuxPort2 — System — Time/Date — Boot Configuration AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 171: Connect To Server
Desktop Protocol). The following sections in Chapter 6: Accessing Connected Devices discusses connecting to servers in more detail: • “Prerequisites for Accessing Servers” on page 261 • “Connecting to Servers” on page 262 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 172 You can manage power when the following two prerequisites are completed: • An AlterPath PM or other IPDU is connected to an AUX port on the KVM. The AlterPath PM can be daisy chained to allow you to manage power for up to 128 devices from the KVM.
Page 173: Outlets Manager
• “To Configure Users to Manage Specific Power Outlets” on page 142 • “To Configure Creation of Alarms and Syslog Files for IPDUs [Expert]” on page 144 • “To Upgrade Firmware on an AlterPath PM [Expert]” on page 145 Outlets Manager On the “Outlets Manager” form under Access>Power Management in Expert mode, you can do the following for all outlets on all connected IPDUs: •...
Page 174: To View Status, Lock, Unlock, And Cycle Power Outlets [Expert]
Expert mode, you can view the following information about any connected IPDUs: • Number of outlets on each unit • Current • Temperature • Alarm threshold levels • Firmware version You can also clear values for the maximum current and the maximum temperature. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 175: To View And Reset Ipdu Information [Expert]
3. To clear the stored values for the maximum detected temperature, click the “Clear Max Detected Temperature” button. 4. Click “apply changes.” Users Manager On the “Users Manager” form under Access>Power Management in Expert mode, you can assign users to outlets. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 176: To Configure Users To Manage Specific Power Outlets
The “Add/Edit User x Outlets” dialog box appears. 4. To add a new user, click “Add.” The “Add/Edit User x Outlets” dialog box appears. 5. In the “Add/Edit User x Outlets” dialog box, do the following as appropriate. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 177 You can define the alarm threshold for both a master and a slave unit. The Configuration form shows the ports that are currently connected to IPDUs. The following example displays for an KVM with an AlterPath PM connected to AUX port.
Page 178: To Configure Creation Of Alarms And Syslog Files For Ipdus [Expert]
20 amps) from the pull-down menu for the master and any slave unit. 4. Click “apply changes.” Software Upgrade On the “Outlets Manager” form under Access>Power Management in Expert mode, you can upgrade the Power Management firmware for AlterPath PM IPDUs. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 179: To Upgrade Firmware On An Alterpath Pm [Expert]
To Upgrade Firmware on an AlterPath PM [Expert] Perform this procedure if the firmware on a connected AlterPath PM unit is older than the most-recent firmware available at Cyclades, Corp. This procedure requires one of the two following prerequisites to succeed: •...
Page 180 Web Manager for Administrators 1. If the KVM can contact the Cyclades FTP server, and if a more recent version of the firmware is available at Cyclades, download the updated firmware onto the KVM. a. Download the firmware onto a computer with a direct connection to the KVM.
Page 181 See the following sections for details about the tasks performed using the forms under Configuration in Expert mode: • “KVM” on page 148 • “Network” on page 188 • “AUX Port” on page 224 • “System” on page 226 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 182 The following table provides links to the sections that describe how to use the forms under Configuration>KVM>General in Expert mode. General “General” on page 149. User 1, “Local User and IP Users” on page 153 User 2, and IP Users AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 183: To Enable Direct Access To Kvm Ports [Expert]
KVM port logins. If needed, see page 182 the introduction to authentication • “To Specify an on the KVM under Authentication Method for “Authentication” on page 26. KVM Port Logins [Expert]” on page 182 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 184: Enabling Direct Access To Kvm Ports [Expert
The following table summarizes the format of the hot keys for KVM connections, the defaults, and where they can be redefined. Common Command Key Where Defined Escape Sequence “Ctrl” + “letter key” • Configuration>KVM>General> Format “letter key” General AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 185: To Redefine Kvm Session Keyboard Shortcuts [Expert
User 1 port, go to the User 1 tab. - OR - • To change the command key for administrators who access KVM ports through the User 2, go to the User 2 tab. - OR - AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 186: Specifying Authentication For Kvm Port Logins
KVM port. 1. Go to Configuration>KVM>General in Expert mode. The General form appears. 2. Select an authentication method from the Authentication pull-down menu. The default option is None. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 187: Local User And Ip Users
On the “User 1” form under Configuration>KVM>General in Expert mode you can redefine the default session parameters that apply when a user (called the Local User) is using the OSD through a direct connection to the KVM AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 188 User 1 and User 2 ports on the KVM. The options from the drop-down list are shown in the figure. Change the cycle time (in seconds) within the following range: Cycle Time 3 to 60 seconds. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 189: To Configure Local User 1 And User 2 Sessions
6. To change the keyboard type, select a different keyboard from the “Keyboard type” pull-down menu. 7. To change the cycle time, enter a different number of seconds in the “Cycle Time” field. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 190 KVM ports on the KVM device, as shown in the following figure. When you select one or more ports, you can enable or disable the KVM port(s) using the “Enable” or “Disable” buttons on the form. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 191: To Configure A Kvm Port For Power Management [Expert]
• The computer is plugged into an IPDU connected to the KVM’s AUX port. • The AUX port has been configured for power management. See “To Configure an AUX Port for Power Management or PPP [Expert]” on page 252, if needed. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 192: Configuring Cascaded Kvm Units
See “To Edit the Configuration of a Cascaded KVM Unit” on page 161 • Delete the configuration of a cascaded device. See “To Delete the Configuration of a Cascaded KVM Unit” on page 163 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 193: To Add A Secondary Kvm Unit To Be Cascaded From The Master Kvm
3. In the Device Name field, specify a name for the secondary device or KVM unit. 4. In the Number of Ports field, enter the number of ports contained in the cascaded device. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 194: To Edit The Configuration Of A Cascaded Kvm Unit
1. In Expert mode, go to: Configuration > KVM> Devices. The Devices form appears. 2. Select the item you wish to edit and click the Edit button. The Modify Port dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 195 KVM port that is connected to the User 1 port of the primary KVM or the User A port on the Expander. 6. Click the OK button. 7. Click “apply changes” to save your configuration. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 196: To Delete The Configuration Of A Cascaded Kvm Unit
To Specify or Change the Alias for a KVM Port Page 167 To Enable or Disable a KVM Port Page 167 Selecting Configuration>KVM>Devices in Expert mode brings up the form shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 197 When you select one or more ports, you can enable or disable the KVM port(s) using the “Enable” or “Disable” buttons on the form. When you select a port and click the “Modify” button, the dialog box shown in the following figure appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 198: To Configure A Kvm Port For Power Management [Expert]
1. In Expert mode, go to: Configuration > KVM> Devices. The Devices form appears. 2. Select the Device that contains the port(s) to be configured and click the Port button. The Port Name list appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 199 Use commas (,) to separate outlets and use a hyphen (-) to indicate a range. 7. Click the OK button. 8. Click the “apply changes” button to save your configuration. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 200: To Specify Or Change The Alias For A Kvm Port
A form listing all the selected ports appears. 3. Select the port(s) to be enabled or disabled, and then select the “Enable” or “Disable” button. 4. Click “Done” on the form listing all the ports. 5. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 201: Users & Groups
• Add or delete user groups from the Group Access List and assign users to a group. • Restrict all users’ access to devices connected to KVM ports by setting KVM permissions for users and groups of users for selected ports. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 202: To Add A User [Expert]
On the left pull-down menu, select “Regular User [Default]” or Group “Admin.” Note: To configure a user to be able to perform all adminis- trative functions, select the “Admin” group. See “Types of Users” on page 15 for more details. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 203: To Delete A User Or Group [Expert]
The Change User Password” dialog box displays. 4. Enter the new password in the “New Password” filed and enter it again in the “Repeat New Password” field. 5. Click OK. 6. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 204: To Add A Group [Expert]
2. Select the name of a group to modify. 3. Click “Edit.” The “Edit Group” form displays. 4. Add or delete users from the group as desired. 5. Click OK. 6. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 205: To Select Users And Groups For Assigning Kvm Port Access [Expert]
3. To set KVM port access permissions for a group, select the name of the group from the Group List. 4. Click the “Set KVM Permissions” button. The “KVM Access list for “username” or “groupname” dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 206: To Assign Kvm Port Access To A User Or Group
3. To re-define the KVM permissions for the selected user or group, clear the check box. 4. Select the desired access option from the “Default Permission:” pull-down menu. As shown in the previous screen example, the options are: “No access,” “Read only,” “Read/Write,” “Full access.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 207 7. Click OK. The newly-set permissions appear next to the Device name in the Permissions column, as shown in the following screen example, which shows the restrictions applied to the user name “ana.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 208 Web Manager for Administrators 8. Click OK. 9. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 209: Configuring An Authentication Method
See “To Configure an Authentication Method for KVM Logins” on page 177 for the procedure. Any authentication method chosen for the KVM is used for authentication of any users attempting access through telnet, ssh, or the Web Manager. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 210: To Configure An Authentication Method For Kvm Logins
2. To specify an authentication method for logins to the KVM, select a method from the Authentication pull-down menu. 3. Make sure that an authentication server is specified for the selected authentication type. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 211: To Configure An Authentication Method For Logins Through Kvm Ports
The default option is None. 3. Make sure that an authentication server is specified for the selected authentication type. See “Configuring Authentication Servers for Logins to the KVM and Connected Devices” on page 179. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 212 RADIUS, Local/RADIUS, RADIUS/ “To Identify a RADIUS Local, or RADIUS/DownLocal Authentication Server [Expert]” on page 166 TACACS+ TACACS+, Local/TACACS+, TACACS+/ “To Identify a Local, or TACACS+/DownLocal TACACS+ Authentication Server [Expert]” on page 167 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 213: To Identify A Kerberos Authentication Server
Enter the name in the “Name” field. iv. If desired, enter an optional alias in the “Alias” field. 2. Make sure that timezone and time and date settings are synchronized on the KVM and on the Kerberos server. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 214 26) 9h East GMT Enter your option: c. Enter the number of the timezone where the KVM is located. Enter your option: 10 d. Logout from the console session and close the terminal. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 215: To Identify An Ldap Authentication Server [Expert]
• Whether to use secure LDAP • The authentication server’s IP address You can enter information in the following two fields, but an entry is not required: • The LDAP password • The LDAP user name AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 216 The default distinguished name is “dc,” as in dc=value,dc=value. If the distinguished name on the LDAP server is “o,” then replace dc in the base field with o, as in o=value,o=value. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 217: To Configure An Smb(Ntlm) Authentication Server [Expert]
Configuration 4. Replace the default base name with the name of your LDAP domain. For example, for the LDAP domain name cyclades.com, the correct entry is: dc=cyclades,dc=com. 5. Click “Done.” 6. Click “apply changes.” The changes are stored in /etc/ldap.conf on the KVM.
Page 218: To Configure A Nis Authentication Server [Expert]
1. Go to Configuration>Authentication>NIS in Expert mode. The NIS form displays as shown in the following figure. 2. Fill in the form according to your configuration of the NIS server. 3. Click “Done.” 4. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 219: To Identify A Radius Authentication Server [Expert]
The RADIUS form displays as shown in the following figure. 2. Fill in the form according to your local setup of the RADIUS server or servers. 3. Click “Done.” 4. Click “apply changes.” The changes are stored in /etc/raddb/server on the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 220: To Identify A Tacacs+ Authentication Server [Expert]
2. Fill in the form according to your local setup of the TACACS+ server or servers. 3. Click “Done.” 4. Click “apply changes.” 5. The changes are stored in /etc/tacplus.conf on the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 221: Table 4-1: Network Forms
Define the Syslog Servers to enable system Syslog logging. Configure one of the PCMCIA card slots for PCMCIA Management use with a modem card. Define or activate the method of access (i.e., Services Telnet, SSH, SNMP, Client, or NTP). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 222: Host Settings
When Configuration>Network>Syslog is selected in Expert mode, the form shown in the following figure appears. If the “DHCP” check box is not checked, then other options appear on the form as shown in the following example. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 223: To Configure Host Settings [Expert]
Internet. A text string designed to appear on the Console Banner console upon logging into and exiting from a port as a way to verify or identify the particular port connection. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 224 Secondary DNS Server Server. The name that identifies the domain (e.g., Domain Name domainname.com). The gateway numeric identification num- Gateway IP ber. 4. Select “apply changes” when done to save your configuration to flash. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 225 You can use the Syslog form to configure how the KVM handles syslog messages. The Syslog form allows you to do the following: • Specify one or more syslog servers to receive syslog messages related to ports. • Specify rules for filtering messages. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 226: To Configure Syslogging For Kvm Ports And Specify Message Filtering [Expert]
“CAS/AUX Ports Facility” pull-down menu. 5. Select a facility number for messages generated by KVM ports by selecting the number from the “KVM Ports Facility” pull-down menu. 6. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 227 Enable telnet if users need to access the KVM through telnet. Telnet Enable “SNMP” if you configure SNMP in “To Configure SNMP” on SNMP page 216. Enable “IPsec” if you configure VPN in “To Configure VPN” on page IPsec 213. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 228: To Select The Daemons Used For Incoming Connections
The chains accept all INPUT, FORWARD, and OUTPUT packets. You can use the form to do the following to specify packet filtering: • Add a new chain and specify rules for that chain • Add new rules • Delete existing chains and rules. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 229 Target Pull-down Menu Options The “Target” is the action to be performed on an IP packet that matches all the criteria specified in a rule.The target pull-down menu is shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 230 You can select a protocol for filtering from the “Protocol” pull-down menu, which is shown in the following figure. The additional fields that appear for each protocol are explained in the following sections. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 231 TCP Flags (synchronize), “ACK” (acknowledge), “FIN” (finish), “RST” (reset), “URG” (urgent), or “PSH” (push) and select either “Any,” “Set,” or “Unset,” TCP packets are filtered for the specified flag and the selected condition. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 232 If you select ICMP as a protocol when specifying a rule, the ICMP Type pull- down menu appears in the ICMP Options Section at the bottom of the IP Filtering form. The following figure shows the options. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 233 If you enter an interface in the “Output Interface” field, outgoing packets are filtered for the specified interface. These fields are shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 234 The following table defines the menu options, field, and check boxes in the “LOG Options Section.” Field or Menu Name Definition One of the options in the pull-down menu: Log Level The prefix to use in the log entry. Log Prefix AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 235 The following table has links to the procedures for defining packet filtering: To Add a Chain [Expert] Page 203 To Edit a Chain [Expert] Page 203 To Edit a Rule for IP Filtering Page 204 To Add a Packet Filtering Rule [Expert] Page 205 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 236: To Add A Chain [Expert]
1. Go to Configuration>Network >Firewall Configuration in Expert Mode. 2. Select one of the default chains from Chain list, and then click the “Edit” button. If you select a user-defined chain, the following dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 237: To Edit A Rule For Ip Filtering
The Edit Rules form appears. Each line represents a rule for the selected chain. 4. Select the Chain you wish to edit from the Chain list, and click the Edit Rule button. The Edit Rules form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 238: To Add A Packet Filtering Rule [Expert]
• “To Edit a Rule for IP Filtering” on page 204 To Add a Chain for IP Filtering 1. In Expert mode go to: Configuration > Network > IP Filtering. The IP Filtering configuration form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 239 4. After entering a new chain name, click on the Edit Rules button to enter the rules for that chain. 5. Select OK to commit your changes. 6. To add rules to your new chain, see “To Add a Rule for IP Filtering” on page 207. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 240: To Edit A Chain For Ip Filtering
5. If you need to add any rules for this chain, go to “To Add a Rule for IP Filtering” on page 207. To Add a Rule for IP Filtering 1. In Expert mode go to: Configuration > Network > IP Filtering. The IP Filtering configuration form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 241 Configuration 2. Click the Add button. The Add Rule dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 242 IPs except to the one just defined. The transport protocol to check. If the Protocol numeric value is available, select Numeric and type the value in the adjacent field; otherwise, select one of the other options. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 243 • All Packets • 2nd, 3rd... fragmented packets • Non-fragmented and 1st fragmented packets This dropdown list box contains all the ICMP Type ICMP types that may be applied to the current rule. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 244 Check box to include TCP options in the log. TCP Options Check box to include IP options in the log. IP Options • If you selected Reject from the Target field, the following field appears: AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 245 KVM), or between the KVM and the KVM administrator machine, which must, in this case, have a fixed IP address. You can add this connection AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 246: To Configure Vpn
2. To edit a VPN connection, select the VPN connection that you wish to edit from the form, and then select the Edit button. - OR - To add a VPN Connection, select the Add button. The New/Modify Connection dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 247 Shared Secret, the dialog box on the right is used. 3. Edit or complete the appropriate fields as follows. Field Name Definition Name of the VPN connection. Connector Name AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 248 As indicated Subnet Mask You may use the copy and paste feature of RSA Key your browser to enter the RSA key. The boot action configured for the local Boot Action host. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 249: To Configure Snmp
MIB. By default, the SNMP configuration in KVM cannot permit the public community to read SNMP information. To Configure SNMP 1. In Expert Mode go to: Configuration > Networks > SNMP. The SNMP form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 250 The email of the person to contact regarding SysContact the host on which the agent is running (e.g., me@mymachine.mydomain) The physical location of the system (e.g., SysLocation mydomain). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 251 SNMP server. The community name is sent in every packet between the client and the server. The source IP address or range of IP address. Source Object Identifier. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 252 6. To add an SNMP agent using SNMPv3, click Add. 7. To edit an SNMP agent using SNMPv3, click Edit. The New/Modify SNMP Daemon Configuration dialog box. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 253: Host Tables
The Host Tables form enables you to keep a table of host names and IP addresses that comprise your local network, and thus provide information about your network environment. To Configure Hosts 1. In Expert Mode, go to: Configuration>Network>Host Tables. The Host Tables form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 254 If the list is long, use the Up and Down buttons to go through each item in the list. - OR - • To add a host, click the Add button. The New/Modify Host dialog box appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 255: Static Routes
1. In Expert mode, go to: Configure > Network > Static Routes. The Static Routes table form appears. 2. Do one of the following: • To edit a static route, select a route from the Static Routes form, and click the Edit button. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 256: Table 4-3: Add/Modify Static Routes Fields
The IP address of the destination host. Host IP This field appears only if Host is selected. Select Gateway or Interface. Go to The address of the gateway or interface. Field Adjacent to Go AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 257 Selecting Configuration>AUX Port in Expert mode brings up the following form. The AUX Port form is used to configure the AUX port for use with an AlterPath PM or an external modem or an external modem. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 258: To Configure The Aux Port For Use With A Pm Or An External Modem
Gateway or interface address used for the Flow Control route. The number of data bits. Data Size None, even or odd. Parity The number of stop bits. Stop Bits The modem initialization string. Modem Initialization AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 259 PPP. The options for this protocol. PPP Options 6. Click “apply changes.” System Selecting Configuration>System in Expert mode brings up the System form as shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 260 • “To Set the KVM’s Date and Time Manually” on page 228 • “To Set The Time and Date With NTP” on page 228 • “To Set the Time and Date to the KVM’s Local GMT” on page 229 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 261: To Set The Kvm's Date And Time Manually
To Set The Time and Date With NTP 1. In Expert Mode, go to: Configuration > System > Time/Date. The Date/Time form appears. 2. Choose Enable from the Network Time Protocol drop-down list. The NTP Server field appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 262: To Set The Time And Date To The Kvm's Local Gmt
The Time/Date form appears. 3. Select the appropriate GMT from the Timezone drop-down list. Only official time zones are available. 4. Click “apply changes.” Boot Configuration Selecting Configuration>System>Boot Configuration brings up the following form. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 263 • The KVM initially boots from a software image referred to as “image1.” • The first time you download and install a new software version from Cyclades, the new image is stored as “image2” in the Flash memory and the configuration is changed to boot the KVM from “image 2.”...
Page 264: Table 4-5: Boot Configuration Fields And Options
A network boot has the following prerequisites: • A TFTP or BOOTP server must be available to the KVM on the network. • An upgraded KVM boot image file must be downloaded from Cyclades and available on the boot server.
Page 265 Fast Ethernet Negotiation, 100 BaseT Half-Duplex, 100 BaseT Full-Duplex, 10 BaseT Half-Duplex, 10 BaseT Full-Duplex An alternate number of maximum interrupt Fast Ethernet Max events to improve performance (0 is the Interrupt Events default) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 266: To Configure Kvm Boot
Choose an Ethernet speed from the “Fast Ethernet” pull-down menu. d. Specify the maximum number of packets that the CPU handles before an interrupt in the “Fast Ethernet Max. Interrupt Events” field. 7. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 267: Viewing System Information
• Ram Disk Usage – 1k-blocks, used/available, percent used, and mounted • Fan Status – Rotations per minute To View General Information for Your 1. In Expert mode, go to: Information>General. The General information form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 268: To View Port Status
Note: Remote port status does not appear on the Port Status form unless one or more remote ports is configured in the system. To View Port Status 1. In Expert mode, go to: Information > Port Status. The Port Status form appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 269: Table 4-6: Port Status Information
Current status that session. If a user is logged in, displays the user name Login and duration of the session in seconds. When connected to a port, displays the server Current server name. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 270 When connected to a port and in Cycle Mode, Cycle this field displays the time in seconds that the system has been cycling. Management Selecting Management in Expert mode brings up the Management form as displayed in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 271: Backup Configuration
For the backup configuration to work, the FTP server must be on the same subnet as the KVM. Ping the FTP server, to ensure that it is accessible from the KVM. Selecting Management>Backup Configuration in Expert mode brings up the form shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 272 FTP server, you would enter the following in the “Path and Filename” field: upload/KVM8802config040406. Username for accessing FTP server (check with the FTP server’s Username and administrator, if needed to obtain the username and password to use), Password AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 273: To Back Up Or Retrieve Kvm Configuration Data
2. To save or retrieve data from an FTP server, do the following: a. From the Type drop-down list, select FTP. Selecting FTP (default) brings up the fields displayed in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 274: Firmware Upgrade
FTP server and install the software on the KVM. The following table defines the information you need to supply on the form. Field/Menu Definition Name FTP is the only supported type. Type AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 275 The address of the FTP server where the microcode is located. You can use FTP Site any FTP server if you download the firmware on it first. The Cyclades FTP site address is: ftp.cyclades.com. If desired, see “To Upgrade Firmware [Expert]” on page 244 for how to download the firmware for installation on your own local FTP server.
Page 276: To Find The Cyclades Pathname For Firmware Or Microcode Upgrades
To Find the Cyclades Pathname for Firmware or Microcode Upgrades 1. To find the correct filename for the firmware or microcode updates at Cyclades, Corp., enter the following address in a browser: ftp://ftp.cyclades.com/pub/cyclades/alterpath/KVM/released 2. In the released directory, go to the directory with the latest version number by clicking on the name of the directory.
Page 277: To Upgrade Firmware [Expert]
5. Enter the password associated with the username on the FTP server in the “Password” field. The Cyclades FTP server accepts any password for “anonymous” login. 6. Enter the pathname of the file on the FTP server. in the “Path and Filename”...
Page 278: Microcode Upgrade
You can use the form to specify information used to automatically download microcode from an FTP server and install the microcode on various KVM components. You can specify either the Cyclades FTP server, ftp:// ftp.cyclades.com, or a local FTP server where you have previously downloaded the microcode.
Page 279: To Download Microcode From An Ftp Server [Expert]
The address of the FTP server where the microcode is located. You can use FTP Server any FTP server if you download the firmware on it first. The Cyclades FTP site address is: ftp.cyclades.com. Username recognized by the FTP server. The Cyclades FTP username for Username microcode downloads is “anonymous.”...
Page 280 6. Enter the password associated with the username on the FTP server in the “Password” field. The Cyclades FTP server accepts an empty password for “anonymous” login. 7. Enter the pathname to the directory where the microcode resides on the FTP server.
Page 281: Microcode Reset
3. To reset another type of microcode, select the radio button next to the target you want to upgrade, either “KVM Switch (internal),” or “KVM Video Compression Modules.” 4. Press the “Reset Now” button. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 282: Active Sessions
2. Review the session information as described in the following table. Column Definition Uptime Time the KVM has been on in minutes and sec- onds (mm:ss). # Users Number of users connected to server. User The user who initiated the session. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 283: To Kill An Active Session
To Kill an Active Session 1. In Expert mode, go to Management > Active Sessions. The Active Sessions window appears. 2. Select the sessions you wish to kill. 3. Click Kill Session. 4. Click “apply changes.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 284: To Reboot The Kvm From A Remote Location
To Reboot the KVM From a Remote Location 1. In Expert mode, go to: Management>Reboot 2. Click the Reboot button. 3. A confirmation page appears. 4. Click OK to reboot the system. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 285 Web Manager for Regular Users With the KVM Web Manager, regular users can manage power of devices connected to AlterPath PMs from anywhere on a network. For procedures on how to operate the KVM as an administrator, see Chapter 4: Web Manager for Administrators.
Page 286: Figure 5-1: Cyclades Kvm Web Manager
Figure 5-1. The content of the user entry form changes based on your menu selection. Main Menu User Entry Form Logout Button Help Button Figure 5-1: Cyclades KVM Web Manager AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 287: Prerequisites For Logging In To The Web Manager
1. Launch a supported browser and type the KVM IP address (for example http://10.0.0.1/) into the browser’s URL field. The AlterPath KVM log in screen appears. 2. Enter your username and password as provided to you by your KVM administrator 3.
Page 288 Web Manager for Regular Users See “Web Manager for Regular Users” on page 254 for an introduction to using the Web Manager and links to more detailed information. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 289: Table 5-1: Power Management Tasks Available To
• “To View Status, Lock, Unlock, and Cycle Power Outlets [Expert]” on page 140 • “View IPDUs Info” on page 141 View IPDU information by ports and slaves. • “To View and Reset IPDU Information [Expert]” on page 141 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 290: Changing Your Kvm Password
The Security Form appears. 3. Type your current password in the Current Password field. 4. Type your new password in the New Password field and again in the Repeat New Password field. 5. Click OK. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 291 AlterPath PMs from anywhere on a network with the Web Manager or locally with the OSD. Through the OSD, users can also access servers connected to KVM ports up to 500 feet away from the AlterPath KVM. This chapter discusses the following topics:...
Page 292: Who Can Access Connected Devices
Authorized users and KVM administrators have the following options for accessing the connected devices: • Use the Web Manager for most power management. See “Cyclades Web Manager” on page 19 and “Prerequisites for Using the Web Manager” on page 20 for background information about the Web Manager, if needed.
Page 293: Prerequisites For Accessing Servers
• Have the username and password of a valid account on the connected server • Have a direct connection made to the User 1 or User 2 ports of the KVM AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 294: Connecting To Servers
See “To Connect to the User 1 Management Port” on page 69 for instructions on connecting to the User 1 port, or see “To Connect the RP to the KVM” on page 114 for instructions on connecting to the User 2 port. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 295: To Connect To Servers Through The Osd Connection Menu
Your monitor displays the work station of the connected server. See Table 6-1, “Tasks Available While Connected to KVM Ports,” on page 264 for a complete lists of the tasks available while connected to KVM ports and references to the related instructions. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 296: Table 6-1: Tasks Available While Connected To Kvm Ports
Power on, power off, or reboot the con- “To Power On, Power Off, or Reboot the nected server. Connected Server” on page 271 View information about the currently “To View Connected Port Information” on selected port. page 267 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 297: Table 6-2: Default Kvm Connection Keyboard Shortcuts
The KVM administrator may redefine the keyboard shortcuts, as described in “Redefining KVM Connection Hot Keys” on page 31. If the defaults shown in the previous table do not work, check with your KVM administrator for the site-specified keys to use. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 298: Table 6-3: Default Sun Key Emulation Hot Keys
Table 6-3: Default Sun Key Emulation Hot Keys Win Key Sun Key Again Function Keys Props Undo Front Copy Open Paste Find Help Mute Compose Numeric Keypad Keys Vol + Vol - AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 299: To Return To The Connection Menu After Connecting To A Port
To View Connected Port Information 1. Use the information keyboard shortcut. The default is Ctrl+k i. The following window appears. 2. Press Esc to exit the Port Information window and return to the connected server. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 300: Cycling Between Servers
3. To abort the process and close the session, press the escape sequence. The default is Ctrl+k q. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 301: To Connect To The Next Authorized Server From The Current Server
To Adjust Screen Brightness and Contrast 1. Press the video control keyboard shortcut. The default is Ctrl+k v. Depending on which window was accessed last, one of the following windows appears. • Automatic Control • Manual Control AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 302: Resetting The Keyboard And Mouse
1. Type the “Keyboard/Mouse Reset” hot key. The default is Ctrl-k s. The following confirmation window appears. 2. Select Yes to enable your keyboard and mouse again. Note: See also the “Avoiding Conflicting Mouse Settings” on page 90. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 303: Controlling Power Of A Kvm-Connected Server
In order to control power of a server while connected to the server, the following conditions must be met: • The server must have at least one power cord plugged into an AlterPath PM that is properly configured and connected to the AUX port.
Page 304: Closing A Kvm Connection
To Close a KVM Connection 1. Type the hot key escape sequence. Ctrl+k q is the default. The Connection menu appears. 2. Type “e” in the text field to highlight the Exit option. 3. Click Enter. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 305: Sharing Kvm Port Connections
Connects the user in read-only mode and sends this notice to the Connect read only current user: If the connecting user has either read-write, or full access permissions for the KVM port, additional menu options appear, as shown in the following figure. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 306 OSD. Any user who has administration privileges can turn on, turn off, cycle (reboot), lock, and unlock the outlets. See “Options for Managing Power” on page 35 for a detailed description of how authorized users can manage power. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 307: To Power On, Power Off, Lock, Unlock, Or Cycle Devices Plugged Into Pm Outlets
2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select the outlet you want to edit and press <Enter>. The Outlet Status window for the selected outlet appears with the current status listed in the Status box and the available action items listed at the bottom. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 308 3. Use the arrow keys to select On, Off, Lock, Unlock, or Cycle and press <Enter>. 4. Select the arrow button and press <Enter> to return to the Power Management menu. 5. To change the status of other outlets, repeat steps 2 and 3. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 309: Table 6-4: Tasks For Configuring And Making Dial Up
Table 6-4: Tasks for Configuring and Making Dial Up Connections (User) Configure a PPP Connection “To Configure a PPP Connection on a Remote Computer” on page 278 Connect Using PPP “To Make a PPP Connection From a Remote Computer” on page 279 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 310: To Configure A Ppp Connection On A Remote Computer
8. Type the phone number for the KVM’s modem in the “Phone number” field and click “Next>.” The “Internet Account Information” form appears. 9. Type the username for accessing the KVM in the “User name” field. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 311: To Make A Ppp Connection From A Remote Computer
Windows versions or other operating systems, but you can use these steps as an example. 1. From the Start menu, go to My Computer>My Network Places. 2. Under “Network Tasks,” click “View network connections.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 312 3. Double-click the name of the connection in the list. The “Connect connection_name” dialog appears. 4. Type the username and password in the “User Name” and “Password” fields. 5. Click the “Dial” button AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 313: On Screen Display
Chapter 7 On Screen Display This chapter provides an overview of the on screen display (OSD). Most configuration and operations tasks are performed through the Web Manager, as described in Chapter 5 and Chapter 4. Administrators and operators can use the OSD for troubleshooting when a direct connection method is required.
Page 314: Navigating The Osd
Page Up / Page Down Moves to the end of a menu Moves to the top of a menu Home Selects highlighted item / Commits changes Enter Returns to the previous main menu AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 315: Table 7-2: Osd Equivalents For Common Actions
User 1, on the KVM. See “To Connect to the User 1 Management Port” on page 69 for more information. Optionally, you can connect to the OSD using an AlterPath Remote Presence (RP), which you buy separately. See “Installing the AlterPath KVM Remote Presence”...
Page 316: To Log In To The Kvm Through The Osd
Table 7-3: OSD Main Menu Items Menu Selection Select the menu item to: Where Documented View the Server Connection Menu and select Page 285 Connect the port to which you want to connect. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 317: Connection Menu
KVM ports on the master KVM or on any cascaded KVM device. See “To Connect to Servers Through the OSD Connection Menu” on page 263 for instructions on connecting to servers through the OSD. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 318: Table 7-4: Configuration Menu Items
IPDU connected to the AUX port in addition to all cascaded IPDUs. Any user who has administration privileges can turn on, turn off, cycle (reboot), lock, and unlock the outlets. See “Connecting AlterPath PMs to the KVM” on page 100 for instructions on connecting IPDUs to the KVM.
Page 319 General option, described earlier in this table. Configure an authentication method for “Authentication Authentication logins to the KVM and authentication Screens” on page 336 servers for KVM and KVM port logins. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 320 Select the menu item to: Where Documented Permanently save configuration changes, “System Info Menu” on Save/Load load a stored configuration or restore the page 347 Config configuration to factory default values. Exit from the menu. Exit AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 321: Figure 7-2: First, Middle, And Last Screens In Configuration Series
Configuration menu. See “Navigating the OSD” on page 282, if needed, for how to use the Tab key and other keys to move around the screens in the OSD. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 322: Table 7-5: General Configuration Screens [Osd]
0 through 7. See “Syslog Servers” on page 42 for examples of using facility numbers as needed. In addition, the IP address of the syslog server must be configured, as described under “Syslog Screens” on page 335. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 323 Table 7-5: General Configuration Screens [OSD] (Continued) Screen Description The escape sequence for AlterPath Viewer hot keys [Default: Escape Sequence Ctrl+k, shown as [CTRL]K in the screen]. See “Redefining KVM Connection Hot Keys” on page 31 for more details. The escape key for Sun hot keys. Default = the Windows [WIN] Sun Keyboard key, which is the key with the Windows logo on it.
Page 324: Network Configuration Menu Options [Osd
Not all the options are visible. The following diagram lists the names of all the configuration options accessed from the Configure>Network menu. Configure — Network — Network — SNMP — VPN — IP Filtering — Hosts — Static Routes — Exit AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 325: Table 7-10: Hosts Configuration Screens [Osd]
The following diagram lists the names of the configuration screens accessed under Configure>Network>Network. Configure — Network — Network — DHCP — enabled — disabled — IP address — Netmask — Gateway — DNS Server — Domain — Hostname AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 326: Table 7-6: Network Configuration Screens [Osd]
DNS Server, Domain, and Hostname forms appear in the sequence shown in the following rows. The IP address of the KVM. IP Address The netmask for the subnet (if applicable) in the form Netmask NNN.NNN.NNN.N (for example: 255.255.252.0). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 327 Table 7-6: Network Configuration Screens [OSD] (Continued) Screen Description The IP address for the gateway (if applicable). Gateway The IP address for the DNS server. DNS Server The domain name. Domain The hostname for the KVM. Hostname AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 328: Snmp Configuration Screens [Osd
The following diagram lists the names of all the configuration screen series accessed from the Configuure>Network>SNMP Configuration menu. The following diagram lists the names of the configuration screens accessed under Configure>Network>SNMP. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 329 — Read-Only — Read-Write — Delete — Exit — SNMPv3 — Add | Edit — Username — Password — OID — Permission — Read-Only — Read-Write — Delete — Exit — Exit — Exit AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 330: Table 7-7: Snmp Configuration Screens [Osd]
“Permission”: either read only or read write. The most common community is “public” and it should not be used because it is so commonly known. By default, the public community cannot access SNMP information on the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 331 Read Only - Read-only access to the entire MIB (Management Information Base) except for SNMP configuration objects. Read/Write - Read-write access to the entire MIB except for SNMP configuration objects. User name. SNMPv3 Username Password. SNMPv3 Password AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 332: Vpn Configuration Screens [Osd
You can use these options to add a VPN connection or to edit or delete a previously-configured VPN connection. See “VPN” on page 212 for details. The following diagram lists the names of the configuration screens accessed from the Add and Edit/Delete options on the Configuure>Network>VPN Configuration menu. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 333: Table 7-8: Vpn Configuration Screens [Osd]
Table 7-8: VPN Configuration Screens [OSD] Screen Description Any descriptive name you want to use to identify this Connection Name connection such as “MYCOMPANYDOMAIN-VPN” The authentication protocol used, either “ESP” (Encapsulating Protocol Security Payload) or “AH” (Authentication Header) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 334 The netmask of the subnetwork where the KVM resides, if Local Subnet applicable. The hostname of the remote host or security gateway Remote ID The IP address of the remote host or security gateway. Remote IP AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 335 Choices are “Ignore,” “Add,” and “Start.” “Ignore” means that Boot Action VPN connection is ignored. “Add” means to wait for connections at startup. “Start” means to make the connection AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 336: Ip Filtering Configuration Screens
You can use this menu to create chains and set up rules for the new chains or you can edit or delete a previously-configured chain. The following diagram lists the names of the configuration screens accessed under Configure> Network>IP Filtering. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 337 — Destination Port [TCP and UDP only] — Input Interface — Output Interface — Fragments — All packets — 2nd, ... frag. — Non-frag. and 1st fr — Exit — Exit — Exit AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 338: Table 7-9: Ip Filtering Configuration Screens [Osd]
Delete Chain option is chosen from the “Chain - chain_name” menu.A chain_name? Appears when a default chain is selected from the “Filter Chain - Table.” The choices are “Edit,” “Rules,” and “Exit.” CHAIN_NAME AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 339 The IP address of the source of an input packet. Source IP The netmask of the subnetwork where an input packet Source Mask originates. The IP address of an output packet’s destination. Destination IP AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 340 Appears only if “TCP” or “UDP are selected from the Destination Port “Protocol” menu. The destination port number. Appears only if “TCP” is selected from the “Protocol” menu. SYN Flag Options are “Any,” “Set,” “Unset.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 341 Appears only if “TCP” is selected from the “Protocol” menu. PSH Flag Options are “Any,” “Set,” “Unset.” Appears only if “All,” “Numeric,” “TCP,” “UDP,” or “ICMP Input Interface are selected from the “Protocol” menu. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 342 Appears only if ICMP is selected from the “Protocol” menu. ICMP Type Choices are: • all • echo-reply • destination-unreachable • network-unreachable • host-unreachable • port-unreachable • fragmentation needed • source-route-failed • network-unknown • host-unknown • network-prohibited • host-prohibited AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 343: Hosts Configuration Screens [Osd
The following diagram lists the names of the configuration screens accessed under Configure>Network>Hosts. Configure — Network — Hosts — Add | Edit — Select a host [Edit only] — IP — Name — Alias — Delete — Select a host AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 344: Static Routes Configuration Screens
If injudiciously used, when a network fails, static routes can block packets that would otherwise be able to find alternate routes around the point of failure if dynamic-routing were in effect. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 345: Table 7-11:Static Routes Screens [Osd]
Table 7-11:Static Routes Screens [OSD] Screen Description Appears only when the Edit and Delete options are selected. Select a route Choices are “default” and any previously-configured static routes. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 346 Appears only when “Gateway (gw)” is selected from the Gateway “Gateway or Device” menu. Gateway IP address. Appears only when “Network Device” is selected from the Device “Gateway or Device” menu. Device address (such as eth0). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 347: Date/Time Configuration Screens
The following diagram lists the names of the configuration options accessed from the Configure>Date/time menu. Configure — Date/time — NTP — enabled — NTP server — disabled — Date/time conf. — Date — Time AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 348: User Station Screens
You can select the User Station option from the OSD Configuration menu to redefine the parameters that apply to a local user session (when a user is accessing the OSD through the User 1 or User 2 port). AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 349 The following table shows the user station configuration screens. Table 7-12:User Station Configuration Screens Screen Description The period of inactivity before the user is logged out from the Idle timeout OSD. The default is 3 minutes. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 350 • Italian • French • Spanish Redefine the command key for the KVM connection quit hot Quit key. Redefine the command key portion of the KVM connection Power Management power management hot key. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 351 Redefine the command key portion of the KVM connection Switch Previous switch previous hot key. Redefine the command key portion of the KVM connection Port Info port info hot key. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 352: Kvm Ports Screens
Table 7-13:KVM Port Configuration Screens Screen Description Lists all KVM ports by their default names or administratively- KVM ports defined aliases. Choices are “Yes” and “No” to activate or deactivate the Active selected KVM port. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 353: Aux Port Screens
When IPDUs are daisy-chained, the outlets on the second and subsequent IPDUs are numbered sequentially. For example, if two eight-outlet AlterPath PMs are daisy-chained, you would use the number 12 to specify the fourth outlet on the second PM in the chain. You can enter up to twenty characters, so you can specify up to four outlets.
Page 354 AUX port - PPP screen. Allows you to configure the connection settings for any PPP connection being made through an external modem connected to the AUX port. The port speed. AUX port - PPP Baud Rate AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 355 The number of data bits. AUX port - PPP Data Size None, even, or odd. AUX port - PPP Parity The number of stop bits. AUX port - PPP Stop Bits AUX port - PPP Local IP AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 356: Cascade Devices
The Cascade Devices option of the Configuration Menu allows you to configure a secondary KVM unit to be cascaded to the KVM to increase the number of supportable ports. The secondary device may be a KVM/net Plus, a AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 357 Choose an option Appears when Add device is selected from the “Cascade device Cascade Device Choose an option” screen. Add Device Enter the device Enter the name of the new cascaded KVM unit. name AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 358 Selecting Auto detect automatically detects the number of ports on the cascaded KVM unit. The unit must be already connected in order for the auto detect option to work. During auto detection, the following message appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 359 Description Appears when Delete device is selected from the “Cascade Cascade Device device Choose an option” screen. Delete Device Select the device The following confirmation screen appears once a cascaded device is selected. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 360: Users And Groups Screens
“Local Groups’ option is for configuring groups, and the “User Access Lists” option is for configuring users’ and groups’ access to KVM ports. The following diagram lists the configuration screens accessed through the Configure>Users and Groups options: AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 361 — Reset all — Default Access | Multiple Servers | Port_N — No Access — Read-Only — Read/Write — Read/Write/Power — Not Defined — Exit — Exit Figure 7-7: Users and Groups Configuration Screens AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 362 Type of user Appears only when “Add User” or “Change Password” are Enter the password selected. Note: Passwords are case sensitive. When the password is successfully confirmed, the following dialog box appears. Confirm the password AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 363 Options are “Add group,” “Add user to group,” “Del. user from Choose an option group,” “Delete group,” and Exit When “Add group” is selected. After the group name is entered, Enter the group name a confirmation screen like the following appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 364 Select member removed from the group, and the following confirmation screen appears: “Delete When group” and a group name are selected, the following Delete group confirmation screen appears. select group AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 365 • By selecting “[Generic Users]” and modifying the permissions - OR - • By configuring specific permissions for one or more individual users or groups (by selecting a single port or the “Multiple servers” option) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 366 “Port_1” and “Port_2,” which indicates that the user has read-write access to these ports. If “Reset all” is selected, the following confirmation screen appears. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 367: Syslog Screens
IP address of a syslog server. Figure 7-8: Syslog Configuration Server Screen To complete the configuration of system logging, you must specify a facility number as shown in “Syslog Facility” on page 290. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 368: Authentication Screens
KVM ports. See “Authentication” on page 36 for details about authentication on the KVM. The Authentication menu appears as shown in the following figure. Not all options are visible. The following diagram lists the Authentication screens. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 369 — Radius — Timeout — Retries — Smb(NTLM) — Domain Name — Auth. Server1 — Auth. Server2 — Nis — Domain Name — Server IP — Exit Figure 7-9: Authentication Options and Screens AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 370 Ldap are selected to configure an authentication server. Table 7-20:Common Configuration Screens for Kerberos and LDAP Authentication Servers Screen Description Choose Ldap to configure an LDAP authentication server. Ldap Choose Kerberos to configure a Kerberos authentication server. Kerberos AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 371 Table 7-20:Common Configuration Screens for Kerberos and LDAP Authentication Servers (Continued) Screen Description IP address of the Kerberos or LDAP server. Server IP Domain name. Domain Name AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 372 The following table shows the configuration screens for the Table 7-21:Unique LDAP Authentication Server Configuration Screens Screen Description The LDAP user name. User The LDAP password. Password The login attribute. Login Attribute Choices are “Yes” or “No.” Secure (on/off) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 373 The second server is optional. IP addresses of one or two optional accounting Acct. Server1 and Acct. Server2 servers. Shared secret. Secret Appears only when Radius is selected. Timeout in Timeout seconds. The default is 3. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 374 Choose Smb(NTLM) to configure an SMB Smb(NTLM) (NTLM) authentication server. The domain name. Domain Name IP addresses for one or two SMB (NTLM) Auth. Server1 and Auth. Server2 authentication servers. The second server IP is optional. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 375 The following table shows the screens for configuring a NIS authentication server. Table 7-24:NIS Configuration Screens Choose the NIS authentication server Enter the Domain Name Domain Name IP address of the NIS server. Server IP AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 376: Save/Load Configuration Screens
The Save/Load Config screen appears as shown in the following figure. Not all options are visible. The following diagram lists the Save/Load Configuration screens. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 377 The following table shows the screens that appear when the “Save/Load Configuration” option is selected from the Configure menu in the OSD. Table 7-25:Save/Load Configuration Screens Screen Description When “Save Configuration” is selected, the following two Save screens appear. Configuration AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 378 FTP succeeded. When “Load from FTP” is selected, the following four screens Load from FTP appear for you to enter the “Filename,” FTP “Server” name, FTP Login “Username” and “Password.” AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 379: System Info Menu
Flash: 16 Mbytes RAM usage: 17% RAMDISK usage: 100% Clock: 48 MHz Mon Jul 19 2005 Time 12:35:12 PDT up 10 min Int. uC, V1.0.4 User1 connection RP main, V1.0.4 User2 connection RP local, V1.0.4 AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 380: To Access System Information
You can reboot the KVM from the Main Menu of the OSD. This is particularly useful when operating through the RP. To reboot the KVM 1. Select Reboot from the Main Menu. The following message appears. 2. Select Yes to reboot the KVM. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 381: Controlling The Osd Through The Alterpath Remote Presence
2. Power on the RP. 3. Press the Select Local-Remote button on the front of the AlterPath KVM RP unit to switch the local video display from your local work station to the KVM OSD.
Page 382: To Switch The Rp Video Display From The Osd To The Local Computer
• Press the following keyboard shortcut: Scroll Lock Scroll Lock R • Press the Select Local-Remote button on the RP front. The green LED labelled Local turns off, and the green LED labelled Remote lights on. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 383: To Turn The Beeper On Or Off When Switching Between The Local And The Remote Work Stations
To Turn the Beeper On or Off When Switching Between the Local and the Remote Work Stations • Press the following keyboard shortcut: Scroll Lock Scroll Lock B AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 384 On Screen Display AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 385: Troubleshooting
Appendix A Troubleshooting This chapter provides information and tasks related to troubleshooting the KVM in the following sections. Replacing a Boot Image Page 354 Downloading a New Software Version Page 355 Changing the Boot Image Page 356 To Boot in U-Boot Monitor Mode Page 358 To Boot from an Alternate Image in U-Boot Monitor Mode Page 358...
Page 386: Replacing A Boot Image
• The KVM initially boots from a software image referred to as “image 1.” • The first time you download and install a new software version from Cyclades, the new image is stored as “image 2” in the removable flash memory and the configuration is changed to boot the KVM from “image 2.”...
Page 387: Downloading A New Software Version
Replacing a Boot Image Table A-1: Boot Partitions, Formats, and Contents Filesystem Format Contents extended partition hda4 ext2 root filesystem for Image 1 hda4 ext2 root filesystem for Image 2 hda6 ext2 configuration for Image 1 hda7 ext2 configuration for Image 2 hda8 The following figure illustrates the partitions where Image 1 and Image 2 are stored.
Page 388: Changing The Boot Image
Troubleshooting the other set of partitions. The environment variable currentimage is changed so that the system boots from the new image. • Do a network boot from the new image and then save it onto the removable flash The monitor command net_boot boots the image from the TFTP server specified in the environment variables.
Page 389: Changing The Boot Image In U-Boot Monitor Mode
Replacing a Boot Image The bootconf application prompts you for values to accept or change. 3. Press “Enter” to accept the current values as prompted until the “Image names” and the prompt shown in the following screen example appear. Image names: image1:zvmppcons.v100 image2:zvmppcons.v102 Current image (image(1) or image(2)) [1] :...
Page 390: To Boot In U-Boot Monitor Mode
Troubleshooting To Boot from an Alternate Image With bootconf Page 356 To Boot in Single User Mode from U-Boot Monitor Mode Page 359 To Boot in U-Boot Monitor Mode 1. Open a terminal connection to the console port, and log in as root. 2.
Page 391: To Boot In Single User Mode From U-Boot Monitor Mode
Replacing a Boot Image 3. Enter the boot command. => hw_boot To Boot in Single User Mode from U-Boot Monitor Mode 1. See “To Boot in U-Boot Monitor Mode” on page 358 if needed. Boot by entering followed by , as shown in the hw_boot single following screen example.
Page 392: To Restore The Kvm Configuration To The Factory Default
Troubleshooting 4. Enter the net_boot command. => net_boot 5. Log in as root after boot completes. 6. Run the create_cf command with the --doformat argument. [root@ons root]# create_cf --doformat 7. Configure the KVM to boot from flash. 8. Reboot. To Restore the KVM Configuration to the Factory Default This procedure assumes that the saveconf command has been previously run to save the configuration.
Page 393 Glossary 3DES Tripple Data Encryption Standard, an encrypting algorithm (cipher) that processes each data block three times, using a unique key each time. 3DES is much more difficult to break than straight DES. Because it is the most secure of the DES combinations, 3DES is also slower in performance.
Page 394 "dumb" and can only do one thing with the information being sent to it (for instance, print it) then there is no need for an escape sequence. However most devices have more than one AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 395 This is a set of facilities in network equipment that allows the filtering of data packets based on source/destination addresses, protocol, TCP port number and other parameters. Packet filtering is one of the main functions of a firewall. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 396 The primary function of a subnet mask is to define the number of IP hosts that participate in an IP subnet. Computers in the same IP subnet should not require a router for network communication. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 397 IP address only would suffice for addressing services. However, several applications may run at once on a particular computer and we need to differentiate among them. This is what port numbers are used for. Thus, a AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 398 (PDUs), to different parts of a network. SNMP-compliant devices, called agents, store data about themselves in Management Information Bases (MIBs) and return this data to the SNMP requesters. (Source: Webopedia) AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 399 A terminal emulation program for TCP/IP networks such as the Internet. The Telnet program runs on your computer and connects your PC to a server on the network. You can then enter commands through the Telnet program and they will be AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 400 Virtual Private Networking allows local area networks to communicate across wide area networks, typically over an encrypted channel. See also: IPsec. Watchdog timer Mechanism to detect hardware and operating system failures. AlterPath KVM Installation, Configuration, and Users Guide...
Page 401 AlterPath KVM Expander, installing Web Manager, dynamic IP address AlterPath KVM ordering options accessing AlterPath KVM RP KVM RP AlterPath KVM RP, controlling the OSD KVM servers through the Acct. Server1 and Acct. Server2 AlterPath KVM RP, installing the 60, 104...
Page 402 KVM ports Backspace KVM ports backup configuration Authentication Protocol Baud Rate, PPP configuration Authentication Required, PPP configuration beep, KVM RP beeper on AlterPath KVM RP authentication screens Board authentication server Boot Action Kerberos Boot Action, Local LDAP boot configuration...
Page 403 203, 205 adding 203, 207 editing Configure Chain - CHAIN_NAME configure menu overview Chain - chain_name configuring Chain Name authentication method changing default passwords authentication method for logins through check boxes, inverted KVM ports 330, 331, 338 Choose an option authentication method, KVM logins closeing a KVM connection authentication servers...
Page 404 AlterPath PMs Cyclades Web Manager cascaded KVM units cycle computers to KVM ports Cycle Time computers to the KVM ports...
Page 405 Destination IP editing Destination IP field chain Destination Mask chain for IP filtering 198, 308 Destination Port configuration of a cascaded KVM unit Device devices rule for IP filtering accessing connected rule options cascade enabling cascaded access to Web Manager daisy chained on KVM Expander direct access to KVM ports power on connected...
Page 406 Host IP FIN Flag Host or Net Route firewall configuration procedures 241, 244 host settings firmware upgrade host settings, configuring AlterPath PM host tables Cyclades pathname for Hostname Flow Control, PPP configuration hosts configuration screens forms hosts, configuring conventions for showing how to navigate...
Page 407 (hot keys), redefining fragments shortcuts (hot keys), redefining KVM INPUT packet connection installation, preconfiguring for remote shortcuts, to redefine KVM session 154, 318 installing AlterPath KVM Expander Keyboard Type installing AlterPath KVM RP keys...
Page 408 Index basic navigation connections, sharing conventions for hot keys, escape keys, connections,OSD xxxv and keyboard shortcuts disabling hot keys for emulating sun keyboard enabling redefining KVM connection hot logins, pecifying authentication method redefining sun keyboard equivalent hot logins, specifying authentication summary of tasks for redefining hot permissions hierarchy keys for...
Page 409 authentication method for 152, 177 logins, authentication method LDAP logins, authentication servers Ldap logins, simultaneous LDAP authentication server, to identify an logins, specifying authentication for KVM port LEDs on the KVM Expander logout button Left / Right Load Configuration Load from FTP Local (“Left”) local GMT main menu, OSD...
Page 410 Index Expert Expert overview Name procedures in Wizard navigate steps in Wizard xxxv conventions for showing how to Wizard navigating the OSD models and components, KVM Expander navigation actions, common modem navigation keys, basic connecting an external 294, 314 Netmask connections network to an AUX port, to connect an external...
Page 411 Permission, SNMP through the AlterPath KVM RP, Permissions for username controlling the time and date, setting permissions hierarchy, KVM port to the local computer, to switch the KVM...
Page 412 Index information, viewing connected power outlets, configure users to manage logins, authentication method power outlets, KVM Expander permissions hierarchy, KVM power switch permissions, understanding KVM power, supplying to the KVM RP 158, power management, configuration powering KVM RP powering on status connected devices User 1...
Page 413 resetting IPDU information Quit microcode Quit this session the keyboard and mouse, to the microcode after upgrade, to restore factory default configuration Retries retrieve configuration data RADIUS return to the connection menu after Radius connecting to a port, to Radius authentication server root password, changing the 251, 348 reboot...
Page 414 Index Save Configuration download microcode from an FTP save configuration changes, to Kerberos authentication, configuring Save to FTP save/load configuration screens LDAP authentication, configuring saving changes, logging into the Web next Manager and NIS authentication, configuring Scr. saver timeout screen previous screen brightness and contrast, to adjust Radius authentication, configuring...
Page 415 KVM Expander Source, SNMP power management static routes preconfigured KVM static routes configuration screens terminal emulator dial up connection status, port status, viewing port settings Step 1 Network Settings avoiding conflicting mouse Step 2 Access change network, to Step 3 System Log configure host, to steps in Wizard mode host...
Page 416 Cyclades pathname 241, 244 terminators, KVM firmware time and date using the OSD, to set the firmware AlterPath PM time and date with NTP, to set the KVM Expander microcontroller code Time screen microcode...
Page 417 resetting microcode after software Version version, downloading a new software URG Flag Video User view user active sessions information, to 129, 169 and reset IPDU information, to delete connected port information, to log in as regular general information User 1 and User 2 sessions, to configure local IPDUs info port status, to User 1 management port, to connect to the...
Page 418 Index 71, 72 configure network parameters Network Settings(Step 2) wiz command, configuring basic networking procedures in steps in Wizard mode System Log (Step 3) Access (Step 1)

Cyclades AlterPath User Manual

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Chapter 1 : Introduction

Chapter 2 : Installing the KVM

Chapter 3 : Installing KVM-Related

Chapter 4 : Web Manager for Administrators

Chapter 5 : Web Manager for Regular Users

Accessing Connected Devices

Chapter 6 : Accessing Connected Devices

Chapter 7 : on Screen Display

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