OmniView TM KVM Switch with Micro-Cabling Technology Control up to 16 servers from up to two consoles · Expandable to up to 256 from up to four consoles User Manual ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series F1DE108C F1DE116C F1DE208C F1DE216C TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Overview Feature Overview . . . . . Equipment Requirements Operating Systems . . . . Specifications . . . . . . . Unit Display Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 4 5 6 Installation Pre-Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Standalone Switch Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Connecting Multiple Switches (Daisy-Chaining) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 DIP Switch Configuration Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Powering Up the Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Using Your Switch Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port Selectors . . . . . . . . 18 Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands . . . . . . . . 20 AutoScan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 IntelliView Graphical On-Screen Display Menu Control . . . . . . . . . . .22 The AutoUpdateTM Firmware Update Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch with Micro-Cabling Technology (the Switch). Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering high-quality, durable products at a competitive price. Designed to give you control over multiple computers and servers from up to four consoles, the Switch comes in a variety of capacities suitable for all configurations, large or small. Belkin has designed and developed this Switch with the server administrator in mind. The result is the OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch, which surpasses any other switch on the market. The Switch is engineered to work with the most advanced server room and laboratory environments, offering: · · · · · · · · · · · · · Dual-console* support, expandable to up to 4 consoles IntelliView Advanced Graphical On-Screen Display PS/2 and USB mix-and-match keyboard & mouse support Multilevel security feature USB flash-upgradeable Dedicated daisy-chain ports High video-resolution support (400MHz: up to 2048x1536@85Hz) Computer naming & group naming Server connection diagnostics Intuitive port indicators Direct-access port selectors Belkin 5-Year Warranty Dual-port, micro-construct KVM cables (sold separately) *Available on 2x8 and 2x16 models only This manual will provide details about your new Switch, from installation and operation to troubleshooting­in the unlikely event of a problem. From time to time, Belkin may release updates to this product; updated user information will be available from our website belkin.com. For quick and easy installation, please refer to the included Quick Installation Guide. Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch. We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are being used worldwide. Package Contents: · One OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch with Micro-Cabling Technology · Two Rack-Mount Brackets with Screws · User Manual · Quick Installation Guide · IEC Power Supply Cable · Registration Card · One Set of Rubber Feet 1 OVERVIEW Feature Overview Quad-Bus Technology Multiple Switches can be daisy-chained together to allow you to expand up to a maximum of four consoles to simultaneously control up to 256 computers. Integrated Dual-Console Support* You can connect two consoles to simultaneously control up to 256 computers. IntelliView Graphical On-Screen Display (OSD) with Mouse Support The IntelliView OSD feature simplifies server management by allowing you to assign individual names to each connected server throughout the system. You can also create groups of computers, which you can use to organize your computers. The OSD provides a visual means of switching between computers, checking computer connection status; offers multilevel security; and sets the time interval for the AutoScan function. PS/2 & USB Mix-and-Match Keyboard The Switch enables you to use either USB- or PS/2-type keyboards and mice to control computers. Servers can be attached via either the computer's USB or PS/2 interfaces by using the custom ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Dual-Port Cables. AutoUpdateTM The exclusive AutoUpdate system from Belkin and flash-upgradeable firmware allows you to obtain the latest firmware upgrades for your Switch. This allows you to maintain consistent compatibility with the latest devices and computers. Firmware updates are free for the life of your Switch. Please visit us at belkin.com for complete update information and support. Video Resolution The Switch has 400MHz of video bandwidth, which supports video resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz. Hot Keys Hot key functionality allows you to select a desired port using designated key commands. By using a simple hot key sequence on your keyboard, selecting one computer from as many as 256 computers is instantaneous. *Available on 2x8 and 2x16 models only 2 OVERVIEW Reprogrammable Hot Key Initiator Sequence The Switch allows you to select up to six alternate keys to initiate hot key commands; this creates compatibility with keyboards that either do not feature identical keys or that may have programmed the identical keys to perform other functions. These settings can be configured through the IntelliView OSD. For more information, please refer to the "IntelliView OSD Features" section of this manual on pages 22 and 23. AutoScan The AutoScan feature allows you to set your Switch to scan and monitor the activities of all connected computers, one by one. The time interval allotted for each computer can be defined or adjusted through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Direct-Access Port Selectors These buttons, conveniently located on the front face of the Switch, allow for simple, manual port selection. LED Display An LED display on the front of the Switch serves as a status monitor. An LED above each direct-access port selector lights to indicate which console currently controls the corresponding computer. LEDs are color-coded to simplify the identification of each console. Seven-Segment LED Display In standalone mode, the seven-segment LEDs indicate the port that has been selected for each console. When daisy-chaining multiple Switches together, the seven-segment LED display indicates the BANK number. During the computer selection process, the seven-segment LEDs will briefly indicate the BANK that is being selected; this allows the user to select any computer directly from the front panel. High-Density Computer Ports The Switch features high-density, 50-pin, SCSI 2 connectors. These connectors allow your ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch to fit into a 1U height rack-mount case. Micro-Cabling Technology With a 60% reduction in size, this cabling technology offers easy cable management. Supporting high video resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz, these cables are offered in both PS/2 and USB styles. 3 OVERVIEW Equipment Requirements Cables To connect the Switch to a computer requires a specialized Belkin ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Cable. For PS/2 computer connection, please use F1D9400-XX. For USB computer connection, please use F1D9401-XX. To connect multiple BANKs together, a specialized Belkin ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Daisy-Chain KVM Cable is required. OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Dual-Port KVM Cable F1D9400-XX F1D9401-XX (PS/2 Style) (USB Style) OmniView ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Daisy-Chain Cable F1D9402-XX (-XX denotes length in feet) (Daisy-Chain) Operating Systems The Switch is for use with computers running: Platforms · · · · Windows® 98, 2000, Me, NT®, XP Red Hat® Linux® 7.0, 7.1, 7.2, Mandrake, Lindows Novell® NetWare® 5.x, 6.x Apple® Macintosh® products (Requires USB support, or the OmniView Mac Adapter-F1D080) Keyboards · Supports most PS/2 and USB keyboards up to 101 keys Mice · Supports most PS/2 and USB mice Monitor · VGA · SVGA · MultiSync® Note: DCC is not supported when monitors are connected to the ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series KVM Switch. 4 OVERVIEW Specifications Part No.: F1DE108C, F1DE116C, F1DE208C, F1DE216C Power: 100-240­264VAC @ 47­63Hz, single phase, 0.25A @ 117VAC, 0.15A @ 240VAC Daisy-Chain: Maximum of 16 BANKs, including 4 consoles Max. Number of PCs: 8 per BANK = 128 total (F1DE108C and F1DE208C), 16 per BANK = 256 total (F1DE116C and F1DE216C) Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 & USB Mouse Emulation: PS/2 & USB Monitors Supported: VGA, SVGA, MultiSync, LCD monitors that accept analog input Max. Video Resolution: 2048x1536@85Hz Video Bandwidth: 400MHz Max. Host Connections: 8 (F1DE108C and F1DE208C), 16 (F1DE116C and F1DE216C) Keyboard Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2), and USB Type A Mouse Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2), and USB Type A Host Connectors: High-density, 50-pin, SCSI 2-style connector (Requires Belkin ENTERPRISE Quad-Bus Series Dual-Port KVM Cable-F1D9400-XX or F1D9401-XX) VGA Port: 15-pin HDDB type Port LED Indicators: 8 (F1DE108C), 16 (F1DE116C and F1DE208C), 32 (F1DE216C) Enclosure: Metal enclosure with high-impact plastic faceplate Dimensions: 17 x 1.75 x 7.5 inch (431mm x 44.5mm x 190mm) Weight: (F1DE108C and F1DE208C) 9.2 lbs. (4173g) (F1DE116C and F1DE216C) 9.5 lbs. (4309g) Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0°~40° C) Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (-20°~60° C) Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 10,000 ft. Warranty: 5 years Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. 5 OVERVIEW Unit Display Diagrams Front View of the Switch (F1DE216C) Manual BANK scroll buttons Console LED to indicate that this BANK is a Primary console 7-segment LED for selected BANK address identification (in daisy-chain mode) Auto-Scan Flip-down front fascia LEDs for selected port and console identification Dual manual direct-access port selectors Manual BANK scroll buttons AutoScan button with LED to indicate AutoScan Mode is active Front View with Fascia Flipped Down (F1DE216C) Flash-upgrade port, USB Type B Reset button Flip-down front fascia BANK selection DIP switch Note: The 2x8 KVM Switch (F1DE208C) will look slightly different. It will include a Shift LED to indicate that the Switch is in Shift mode (accessing Ports 9-16). The Shift LED is located next to the 7-Segment LED. 6 OVERVIEW Front View with Fascia Flipped Down (F1DE108C) Flash-upgrade port, USB Type B Reset button Flip-down front fascia BANK selection DIP switch Back View of the KVM Switch (F1DE208C) 4 high-density, 50-pin, SCSI 2-style computer ports, each supporting 2 servers (on the F1DE108C and F1DE208C) 8 high-density, 50-pin, SCSI 2-style computer ports, each supporting 2 servers (on the F1DE208C and F1DE216C) Console 1 Console 2 (on F1DE208C and F1DE216C) Video Console ports VGA Daisy-chain port, In Hosts 1 & 2 Hosts 3 & 4 Hosts 5 & 6 Hosts 7 & 8 PS/2 mouse console port Daisy-chain port, Out Power switch IEC power connector PS/2 keyboard console port USB Console ports, Type A 7 INSTALLATION Pre-Configuration The enclosure of the Switch is designed for desktop or rack-mount configuration. The Switch is rack-mountable in standard 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount hardware is included with these Switches for a sturdy rack installation. Anti-skid feet are included for stable desktop configurations. Consider the following when deciding where to place the Switch: · Whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors · The lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse · The location of your computers in relation to your console · The lengths of the cables you use to connect your computers to the Switch · The placement of the daisy-chained BANKs in your server room, and the lengths of the cables you use to connect the BANKs in your daisy-chain Cable Length Recommendations For PS/2 computers We recommend that PS/2 cable length be limited to 25 feet for best video performance. Beyond that length, the probability of video degradation increases. For USB computers We recommend that USB cable length be limited to ...