User manual BELKIN F1DP116G

OmniView® SMB KVM-over-IP Switch Belkin Tech Support US: 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Belkin Corporation 501 West Walnut Street Los Angeles, CA 90220, USA 310-898-1100 310-898-1111 fax Belkin Ltd. Express Business Park, Shipton Way Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom +44 (0) 1933 35 2000 +44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax Belkin Ltd. 7 Bowen Crescent, West Gosford NSW 2250, Australia +61 (0) 2 4372 8600 +61 (0) 2 4372 8603 fax Belkin B.V. Boeing Avenue 333 1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands +31 (0) 20 654 7300 +31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax © 2006 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Microsoft, NT, IntelliMouse, and ActiveX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. P75215 OmniView® SMB KVM-over-IP Switch User Manual F1DP108G F1DP116G Table of Contents 1. Introduction...................................................................................... 1 Package Contents ......................................................................... 1 2. Overview .......................................................................................... 2 Remote-Management Features ..................................................... 2 Other Features ............................................................................... 3 Equipment Requirements .............................................................. 4 System Requirements ................................................................... 6 Unit Display Diagrams ................................................................... 7 Specifications ................................................................................ 8 3. Local Installation ............................................................................11 Pre-Configuration .........................................................................11 Mounting the Switch .....................................................................13 Connecting the Console to the Switch .........................................14 Connecting Servers to the Switch ....................................................... 16 Powering Up the Systems ........................................................... 22 Daisy-Chaining Multiple KVM Switches (Optional) ..................... 23 4. Remote Installation ........................................................................ 28 Identifying the IP Address ........................................................... 28 Logging into the Web Interface ................................................... 29 Network Configuration..................................................................31 User Settings ............................................................................... 33 Switch Configuration ................................................................... 36 Serial Settings ............................................................................. 38 Security Settings ......................................................................... 39 Maintenance .................................................................................41 Table of Contents 5. Using the Switch from a Remote Console ...................................... 43 Starting a Remote Session .................................................................... 43 Using the Quick-Access Toolbar.......................................................... 45 Mouse Configuration and Settings ...................................................... 46 Keyboard Configuration and Settings ................................................ 50 Video Configuration and Settings ........................................................ 52 Performance Settings ............................................................................. 54 Selecting a Server ................................................................................... 55 Additional Features.................................................................................. 56 Restoring Factory Defaults .................................................................... 57 6. Using the Switch from a Local Console .......................................... 58 Selecting a Server or BANK .................................................................. 58 AutoScan Mode ....................................................................................... 61 On-Screen Display .................................................................................. 62 Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts .............................................................. 66 Sun Combo Keys ..................................................................................... 67 Updating Firmware .................................................................................. 68 7. Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................... 69 8. Troubleshooting ..............................................................................71 9. Glossary ..........................................................................................75 10. Information .................................................................................... 77 Introduction Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView SMB KVM-over-IP Switch (the Switch). This Switch provides enterprise-class, remote server management and allows you to monitor and control your servers from any location over a Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) connection. This round-the-clock access enables you to troubleshoot servers faster and more efficiently, reducing server downtime and service costs. This User Manual provides all the details you'll need to install and operate your new Switch, in addition to expert troubleshooting advice--in the unlikely event of a problem. For quick and easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in your packaging. We appreciate your business and are confident that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are in use worldwide. section 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Package Contents 8 9 OmniView SMB KVM-over-IP Switch Rack-Mount Brackets with Screws IEC Power Cord DB9-to-RJ45 Serial Cable 10 DB9-to-RJ11 Serial Flash Cable User Manual Quick Installation Guide 1 Overview Remote-Management Features · Digital or Local User The Switch allows one user to access and control multiple servers from a local console, or from any remote console over a TCP/IP connection. · Web-Browser Based You can access the Switch from any computer connected to the LAN, WAN, or Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher. · BIOS-Level Access The Switch allows you to remotely access the basic input/output system (BIOS) of your servers to make changes and perform reboots, regardless of network connectivity or server condition. · User-Friendly Interface The web-based interface allows you to set up and change the Switch's functions quickly and easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto your computer. · Serial-Device Support The Switch provides support for one serial device, such as a power distribution unit (PDU), so you can remotely perform hard reboots of your servers. · Enhanced Security The Switch provides 128-bit Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption and password protection to prevent unauthorized access to your servers and protect data transferred over the Internet. · Digital Collaboration Up to eight users can simultaneously view digital video to share technical expertise and troubleshoot servers collaboratively. · Video Resolution The Switch supports video resolutions of up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz for both local and remote consoles. 2 Overview Other Features · CAT5 Technology Integrated CAT5 technology enables you to connect the Switch to your servers up to 100 feet (30m) away using standard CAT5 cabling and compact Server Interface Modules. CAT5 cabling reduces cable bulk, simplifies deployment, and allows for greater airflow in your racks, increasing the life span of your equipment. 1 section 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 · Keep-Alive Intelligence Belkin's compact Server Interface Modules feature keep-alive intelligence, which allows your servers to continue running in the event of power loss to the Switch or when replacing cabling. · KVM Expansion The Switch can be daisy-chained with up to 15 OmniView SMB and PRO2 KVM Switches to support up to 256 servers, so your KVM configuration can expand as your server environment grows. · Multiple-Platform Support The Switch supports PS/2 and USB servers, including Windows®, UNIX®/Linux®, and SunTM. · On-Screen Display (OSD) The Switch features an On-Screen Display (OSD) to simplify server management for local users. The OSD allows you to assign names to servers and to switch easily from one server to the next. · Firmware Updates Flash upgrades allow you to obtain the latest firmware updates for your Switch. These firmware updates ensure that the Switch is compatible with the latest devices and hardware and are free for the life of the Switch. Visit www.belkin.com for upgrade information and support. 3 Overview Equipment Requirements Server Interface Modules Connecting the Switch to a server requires a custom Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module and a standard CAT5 patch cable. F1DP101A-AP OmniView SMB Server Interface Modules: F1DP101A-AP (PS/2 style) F1DP101A-AU (USB style) F1DP101A-AL (Legacy SunTM miniDIN8 style) F1DP101A-AP-8PK (PS/2 style, 8-pack) Note: Product codes and availability may vary. F1DP101A-AU F1DP101A-AL 4 Overview Cables Belkin highly recommends you use Belkin Category 5e, FastCAT5e, or Category 6 Patch Cables for your SMB KVM-over-IP Switch to help ensure the superior performance of your video. These Cables offer the highest quality possible to ensure optimal data and video transmission. A3L791-XX-YYY A3L850-XX-YYY A3L980-XX-YYY 1 section 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Belkin UTP Patch Cables: A3L791-XX-YYY (CAT5e) A3L850-XX-YYY (FastCATTM 5e) A3L980-XX-YYY (CAT6) Note: Use CAT6 solid cables for optimal video at longer lengths. To connect multiple Switches together, a custom Belkin OmniView Daisy-Chain Cable is required. OmniView Daisy-Chain Cable: F1D108-CBL-XX F1D108-CBL-XX (-XX denotes length in feet) (-YYY denotes color) Note: Product codes and availability may vary. 5 Overview System Requirements Operating-System (OS) Platforms The SMB KVM-over-IP Switch is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms: · Windows® NT®, 2000, XP, Server 2003 · Microsoft® DOS 5.x and above · Red Hat® Linux® 8.x and above · SunTM · NovellTM 5.x · SolarisTM 8.x and above Keyboards · PS/2-compatible Mice · PS/2-compatible with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons · PS/2-compatible wireless and optical mice Monitors · CRT and LCD (with VGA support) Remote-Console Software The SMB KVM-over-IP Switch may be accessed remotely over a TCP/IP connection from computers using the following web browsers and OS platforms: · Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 and above with ActiveX® support · Windows NT, 2000, XP 6 Overview Unit Display Diagrams Front View 1 section 2 3 AutoScan Button LED Indicators for Port Identification 7-Segment LED for BANK Identification 4 5 6 BANK Scroll Buttons Port Selectors 7 8 9 (F1DP116G model shown) Back View Daisy-Chain Port Console VGA Monitor Port Serial-Device Port AC Power 10 CPU Connections Using CAT5 Cabling Console PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Ports Ethernet Connection Flash-Upgrade Port Cooling Fan Go-Local Button (F1DP116G model shown) 7 Overview Specifications Part No.: No. of Users Supported: No. of Servers Supported: Daisy-Chain: Enclosure: Power Requirements: Operating Temp: Storage Temp: Humidity: Video-Resolution Support: Local analog port: Digital port: Console Mouse Emulation: Console Keyboard Input: Console Mouse Input: Console Monitor Port: CPU Ports: Ethernet Port: Typical Bandwidth: Serial-Device Port: Flash-Upgrade Port: Power Connection: Port Selectors: LED Indicators: Warranty: Up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz Up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz PS/2 MiniDIN6 (PS/2) MiniDIN6 (PS/2) HDDB15 female (VGA) RJ45 RJ45 (10/100Base-T connection) 0.31Mbps** RJ45 RJ11 IEC 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models 2 years F1DP108G, F1DP116G 1 digital or 1 local 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models Maximum of 16 Switches* Metal enclosure with high-impact plastic faceplate 100­240VAC @ 47­63Hz/1A 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) 0-80% RH, non-condensing Console Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 8 Overview Dimensions: (F1DP108G) 17.25 x 1.75 x 7.5 in. (438 x 45 x 190mm) (F1DP116G) 17.25 x 1.75 x 7.5 in. (438 x 45 x 190mm) 1 section Weight: 2 3 4 5 6 (F1DP108G) 5.0 lbs. (2.3kg.) (F1DP116G) 5.0 lbs. (2.3kg.) *May be daisy-chained with up to 15 OmniView SMB and PRO2 KVM Switches. OmniView SMB KVM-over-IP Switches may not be daisy-chained together. **Typical bandwidth is defined as typical "non-intensive" administrative use at 16-bit color, 1024x768 resolution. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. SMB Server Interface Module, PS/2 Part No.: Emulation: Power: Monitor Connection: Resolution Support: Max. Distance Supported: Weight: Unit Dimensions: VGA-Cable Length: PS/2-Cable Length: F1DP101A-AP Keyboard and mouse signals Via attached server HDDB15 male (VGA) Up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz 100 ft. (30m) 0.25 lbs. (0.11kg.) 1.8 x 3.5 x 0.9 in. (46 x 89 x 23mm) 8 in. (203mm) 19 in. (483mm) 7 8 9 10 Keyboard/Mouse Connection: MiniDIN6 (PS/2) 9 Overview SMB Server Interface Module, USB Part No.: Emulation: Power: Monitor Connection: Resolution Support: Max. Distance Supported: Weight: Unit Dimensions: VGA-Cable Length: USB-Cable Length: F1DP101A-AU Keyboard and mouse signals Via attached server HDDB15 male (VGA) Up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz 100 ft. (30m) 0.25 lbs. (0.11kg.) 1.8 x 3.5 x 0.9 in. (46 x 89 x 23mm) 8 in. (203mm) 19 in. (483mm) Keyboard/Mouse Connection: USB Type A SMB Server Interface Module, Legacy Sun Part No.: Emulation: Power: Monitor Connection: Resolution Support: Max. Distance Supported: Weight: Unit Dimensions: VGA-Cable Length: USB-Cable Length: F1DP101A-AL Keyboard and mouse signals Via attached server HDDB15 male (VGA) Up to 1600x1200 @ 75Hz 100 ft. (30m) 0.25 lbs. (0.11kg.) 1.8 x 3.5 x 0.9 in. (46 x 89 x 23mm) 8 in. (203mm) 19 in. (483mm) Keyboard/Mouse Connection: MiniDIN8 (Legacy Sun) 10 Local Installation Pre-Configuration 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (Typical Switch configuration) Where to place the Switch: The enclosure of the Switch is designed for stand-alone or rack-mount configuration. The Switch can be mounted to a standard 19-inch server rack using the included rack-mount brackets and screws. Consider the following when deciding where to place the Switch: · whether or not you intend to use the front-panel port selectors · the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse · the location of your servers in relation to your console · the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the Switch 11 Local Installation Cable-Distance Requirements (for PS/2, USB, and Sun Servers) VGA signals transmit best up to 100 feet (30m). Beyond that length, the probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, Belkin recommends that the length of the CAT5 UTP cable between the Switch and the connected servers does not exceed 100 feet (30m). Note: The Belkin CAT5 Extender (F1D084) may be used to extend your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m). Warning: Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air-conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners). You are now ready to begin installation of your Switch. The following sections (pages 13­22) provide complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single Switch (F1DP108G, F1DP116G). 12 Local Installation Step 1 Mounting the Switch Note: Before you begin, locate the MAC address and device number on the back of the Switch. You will need these numbers later in the installation process, so it is highly recommended that you record these numbers below before mounting the Switch to your rack. MAC Address Device Number 1 2 section 3 4 The Switch includes adjustable mounting brackets ideal for installation in 19-inch racks. The mounting brackets feature three adjustment positions that allow you to set the Switch's face flush with the ends of the rails, or to extend the Switch past the front of the rails. Please follow these simple steps to achieve the desired adjustment. 1.1 Determine how far you would like the Switch to protrude from the rack. Select a bracket-hole scheme. 1.2 Attach the bracket to the side of the Switch using the Phillips screws provided. (Refer to diagram below.) 5 6 7 8 9 10 1.3. Mount the Switch to the rack rails. (Refer to diagram below.) Your Switch is now mounted securely to the rack and you are ready to connect your console. 13 Local Installation Step 2 Connecting the Console to the Switch 2.1 Connect your monitor VGA cable to the VGA port on the back of the Switch in the "Console" section. (Refer to diagram below.) 2.2 Connect your keyboard and mouse PS/2 cables to the PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports on the back of the Switch in the "Console" section. (Refer to diagram below.) 14 Local Installation 2.3 Locate and connect a cable from your local area network to the RJ45 Ethernet port on the back of the Switch. (Refer to diagram below.) 1 2 section 3 4 5 2.4 Attach the power cord to the IEC power jack on the back of the Switch, and power up the Switch. (Refer to diagram below.) 6 7 8 9 10 15 Local Installation Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (PS/2 Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered off. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for PS/2 (F1DP101A-AP), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server Server Interface Module 3.3 Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and keyboard ports on the server. (Refer to diagram below.) 16 Local Installation 3.4 Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 3.5 Power up your server. 3.6 Repeat steps 3.1 through 3.5 for each additional PS/2 server you wish to connect. 7 8 9 10 17 Local Installation Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (USB Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered on. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for USB (F1DP101A-AU), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server Server Interface Module 3.3 Connect the USB connector to an available USB port on the server. (Refer to diagram below.) 18 Local Installation 3.4 Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) Your server should recognize your Server Interface Module and automatically install the HID USB driver if necessary. 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 3.5 Repeat steps 3.1 through 3.4 for each additional USB server you wish to connect. Note: We recommend you attach the Server Interface Module cable directly to a free USB port on your server with no USB devices in between. 7 8 9 10 19 Local Installation Step 3 Connecting Servers to the Switch (Sun MiniDIN8 Connection) 3.1 Make sure your server is powered off. 3.2 Using the Belkin OmniView SMB Server Interface Module for Legacy Sun (F1DP101A-AL), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.) Server Server Interface Module 3.3 Connect the miniDIN8 connector to the miniDIN8 keyboard port on the server. (Refer to diagram below.) 20 Local Installation 3.4 Connect the Switch to the Server Interface Module using the included Belkin CAT5e Patch Cable or other CAT5 cable. (Refer to diagram below.) 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3.5 Power up your server. 3.6 Repeat steps 3.1 through 3.5 for each additional Sun server you wish to connect. Note: When a USB or Sun Server Interface Module is connected to a Sun server, the Server Interface Module emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called combo keys. Refer to the table on page 67 for a list of Sun functions supported by the Switch. 21 Local Installation Step 4 Powering Up the Systems 4.1 If you have not already done so, power on all servers connected to the Switch (servers can be powered on simultaneously). The Switch emulates both a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your server to boot normally. The server connected to port 1 will be displayed on the monitor. 4.2 Check that the keyboard, monitor, and mouse are working normally. 4.3 Using the port selectors, check all occupied ports to verify that all servers are connected and responding correctly. If you encounter an error, check your cable connections for that server and reboot. If the problem persists, please refer to the "Troubleshooting" section in this User Manual. 22 Local Installation Daisy-Chaining Multiple KVM Switches (Optional) Note: If you are only installing a single SMB KVM-over-IP Switch, skip to the "Remote Installation" section on page 28. You can daisy-chain up to 15 additional OmniView SMB and PRO2 KVM Switches to your OmniView SMB KVM-over-IP Switch, allowing a server administrator to manage up to a maximum of 256 servers from one local or remote console. Each daisy-chained KVM Switch is referred to as a "BANK" and is assigned an address. The SMB KVM-over-IP Switch connected to the console keyboard, mouse, and monitor can only function as the "primary" KVM switch. BANKs 01 through 15 are referred to as "secondary" KVM switches. Note: The SMB KVM-over-IP Switch can only function as the primary KVM switch. You cannot daisy-chain two SMB KVM-over-IP Switches together. Note: A Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D108-CBL-XX) is required to daisy-chain each KVM Switch and is available through your Belkin reseller, or online at www.belkin.com (U.S. only). 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 How to Assign a BANK Address All SMB CAT5 and PRO2 KVM Switches feature a "BANK DIP" switch. The "BANK DIP" switch is used to assign the proper BANK address to each KVM Switch. · For a multiunit configuration, the "BANK DIP" switch for each secondary unit must be set to a unique BANK address (from 01 through 15). Refer to the chart on page 24 for "BANK DIP" switch settings. 23 Local Installation BANK-DIP-Switch-Configuration Chart DIP SWITCH 1 N/A UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP DOWN UP Example: Three SMB CAT5 16-Port KVM Switches (F1DP116A) are daisy-chained together with an SMB KVM-over-IP 1x16 Switch (F1DP116G) to manage up to 64 servers. The DIP switches on the secondary units are each set to a unique BANK address (between 01 and 03). 2 N/A DOWN UP UP DOWN DOWN UP UP DOWN DOWN UP UP DOWN DOWN UP UP 3 N/A DOWN DOWN DOWN UP UP UP UP DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN UP UP UP UP 4 N/A DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN UP UP UP UP UP UP UP UP BANK 00 Primary (SMB KVM-over-IP Switch) BANK 01 Secondary BANK 02 Secondary BANK 03 Secondary BANK 04 Secondary BANK 05 Secondary BANK 06 Secondary BANK 07 Secondary BANK 08 Secondary BANK 09 Secondary BANK 10 Secondary BANK 11 Secondary BANK 12 Secondary BANK 13 Secondary BANK 14 Secondary BANK 15 Secondary BANK ADDRESS 24 Local Installation Example of Daisy-Chain Configuration 1 2 section BANK 00 SMB KVM-over-IP Switch 3 4 BANK 01 Secondary Switch 5 6 BANK 02 Secondary Switch 7 BANK 03 Secondary Switch 8 9 10 25 Local Installation Getting Started: 1. 2. 3. Make sure that all servers and Switches are powered off and that each KVM Switch has been assigned a unique BANK address. Place the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch and all secondary KVM Switches in the desired location. Connect the console monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the console ports of the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch. Refer to "Connecting the Console to the Switch" on page 14. Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches: 1. 2. 3. Using the Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D108-CBL-XX), connect one end to the "Daisy-Chain" port on the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch. Connect the other end of the Daisy-Chain Cable to the "Primary Input/ Secondary Output" port of the first secondary KVM Switch (BANK 01). To add secondary units, connect one end of the Daisy-Chain Cable to the "Secondary Input" on the first secondary KVM Switch and the other end to the "Primary Input/Secondary Output" port of the next secondary KVM Switch (for example, BANK 01). Repeat step 3 for additional KVM Switches you wish to add to your daisy-chain configuration. 4. 26 Local Installation Connecting the servers: 1. 2. 3. Connect all servers to the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch and secondary KVM Switches. Refer to the "Connecting Servers to the Switch" section on page 16 for instructions. Make sure that the power adapter is connected to the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch and that the Switch is powered on. You should see the Switch light up and display the digits "00", indicating its BANK address. Power up the secondary KVM Switches sequentially, beginning with BANK 01, by connecting each units power supply. Each KVM Switch should display its corresponding BANK address number as it is powered up. Note: If the secondary KVM Switches do not enumerate correctly, reset the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch (BANK 00) by simultaneously pressing the "BANK +" and "BANK ­" buttons. You can also reset the primary switch to detect newly added secondary KVM Switches. If the KVM Switches still do not enumerate correctly, check that all KVM Switches have the correct BANK address assigned to them and that all daisy-chain cables are connected properly. 1 2 section 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. Verify that the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch has detected all secondary KVM Switches by scrolling through the BANKs using the "BANK +" and "BANK ­" buttons. If all secondary KVM Switches are detected properly, the LED display on the primary KVM Switch will register and display the BANK address of the attached secondary KVM Switch. 27 Remote Installation Step 1 Identifying the IP Address Once your Switch has been connected to your network and is powered up, a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server on your network will automatically assign the Switch an IP address, gateway address, and subnet mask. To identify the IP address on your network, use the MAC address or unique device number located on the back of the Switch. If no DHCP server is found on your network, the Switch will boot with the following static IP address: 192.168.2.155. If you want to connect more than one Switch to the same network and there is no DHCP server available, connect each Switch to your network one at a time and change the static IP address of each unit before connecting the next unit. Note: If a DHCP server later becomes available on your network, the Switch will take a new IP address from the DHCP server. To keep the original static IP address, you will need to disable DHCP (see page 32). 28 Remote Installation Step 2 Logging into the Web Interface To log into the web interface: 1. 2. Open your web browser (Internet Explorer version 6.0 or above is required). Type in the Switchs IP address in the address field, using this format: https://192.168.2.155/config. The login page will appear (see Fig. 1). Bookmark the page for easy reference. Note: HTTPS is used for communication over an encrypted secure socket layer (SSL) mechanism. 1 2 3 section 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Fig. 1 Login Page 3. Type in the following default user name and password (case-sensitive): User admin Password SMBremote 29 Remote Installation 4. Click . The web interface will open at the Network-Configuration page (see Fig. 2). Fig. 2 Network-Configuration Page 30 Remote Installation Step 3 Network Configuration When first connecting to the Switch's HTTPS configuration page, two browser security warnings may appear. Click "Yes" on both warnings. Note: The first security warning only occurs once per client machine. This is when the Belkin root certificate is installed. The second warning can be avoided by adding a line to your Windows "hosts" file (typically at \winnt\system32\ drivers\etc\hosts--edit using Notepad). The line format should be "IP address any name.kvm.net". (For example: 192.168.2.155BelkinSMB.kvm.net.) 1 2 3 section 4 5 6 Device Name Type in a name you would like to assign the Switch. The default device name consists of the letter "D" followed by the 6-digit device number located on the back of the Switch. 7 8 9 10 First TCP Port Choose three consecutive Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) ports, and type in the first port number of the series. The default port is port 900. This is suitable for the majority of installations. Note: Your firewall or router security access list must enable inbound communication through the selected TCP ports for the Switch's address. Ports 80 and 443 are used for standard Web communication and should be open. For client-computer access from a secured LAN, the selected ports should be open for outbound communication. 31 Remote Installation Enable DHCP When this box is checked (default setting), a DHCP server on your network is enabled to assign an IP address to the Switch. When this box is not checked (recommended), you can assign a static IP address to the Switch. Set a Static IP If you choose not to use DHCP, uncheck the "Enable DHCP" box, then enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway for LAN, as provided by your network administrator. Note: If you enter a static IP address without unchecking the "Enable DHCP" box, the static IP address will not work and DHCP will remain enabled. Note: Where you have access to the server, your configured (or default) Switch device name will appear on the DHCP server's list, making it easy to locate. 32 Remote Installation Step 4 User Settings In the User-Profile page, you can create and edit up to 25 different user accounts. To open the page, click "User Settings" under "Administration" in the far-left menu (see Fig. 3). 1 2 3 section 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fig. 3 User-Profile Page There are three levels of user access: 10 Administrator An administrator has unrestricted access to all windows and settings and can "take over" any active session (see page 43 for more details). An administrator can change the name and password of all users. User A user can access and control target servers, but cannot use or have access to the following: · Advanced mouse settings · Web configuration interface (found at https://IP Address/config) 33 Remote Installation View Only A "view only" user is only allowed to view the screen of the target server without keyboard and mouse control. Only limited options appear such as switching servers and disconnect. A View Only icon will appear on the viewer's local mouse pointer to indicate this status. Note: Only one administrator can log in to the Configuration page at a time. The Switch can support up to eight simultaneous viewers to a remote session, but only the administrator can take control of the server. To add a new user: 1. Click and type in a user name and password. The password must be at least six characters (letter or numbers) and must not include the user name, even if other characters are added. Depending on the security level chosen, the user name and password parameters are different. (See page 39 for more details.) Select the permission type from the Permission box. Click of users. to save the changes. The new user will appear in the list 2. 3. 34 Remote Installation To edit a user: 1. 2. 3. Select the user from the list. Click . You can now change all the available parameters--user name, permission type, and password. Click to save the changes. 1 2 3 section Note: For security, you should change the password for the default "admin" user name. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To delete a user: 1. 2. 3. Select the user from the list. Click Click . to save the changes. Blocking a User An alternative to deleting a user is "blocking." This means that the user's name and password remained stored, but the user is unable to access the system. To block a user: 1. 2. 3. Select the user from the list. Check the "Block" box. Click to save the changes. 35 Remote Installation Step 5 Switch Configuration The Switch-Configuration page allows you to specify the KVM Switches daisy-chained to the SMB KVM-over-IP Switch, and to name all connected servers. To open the page, click "Switch Configuration" under "Administration" in the far-left column (see Fig. 4). Fig. 4 Switch-Configuration Page Note: By default, the Switch-Configuration page assumes that all daisy-chained KVM Switches have 16 server ports. The page shows 256 available server-name fields, which is the maximum number of servers supported by one daisy-chain configuration (one SMB KVM-over-IP Switch daisy-chained with 15 additional KVM Switches). 36 Remote Installation To specify and name servers: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click next to the Daisy-Chain field and select the KVM-switch configuration that best suits your configuration. Click . The number of possible connected servers will appear in the Server Name section. Change the name of each connected server by highlighting the server and typing in a new name. Click . to save the changes. 1 2 3 section 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Note: You will need to change the name of every server you want to access. Server names left as "UNUSED" cannot be accessed. Installing new Switch-Definition Files (SDFs) If your switch-configuration type is not listed in the Daisy-Chain drop-down list, contact Belkin Technical Support at (800) 282-2355 to request an updated SDF with the desired KVM-configuration list. To install the SDF: 1. 2. 3. Load the file onto the client computer. Click to locate the new SDF. Click "Install" to update the Switch with the new file. 37 Remote Installation Step 6 Serial Settings If you have a serial device connected to the Switch, such as a power distribution unit (PDU), you must configure the serial (RS232) settings. To open the Serial-Settings page, click "Serial Settings" under "Administration" in the far-left menu (see Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Serial-Settings Page To configure your serial device: 1. 2. 3. Type in the name of the serial device. Using the drop-down menus, select the correct baud rate, parity, and data- and stop-bit parameters for the device. Check the "Show" box. This will make the serial device appear in the list of servers and devices that can be accessed through the quick-access toolbar. 38 Remote Installation Step 7 Security Settings The Security-Settings page allows you to configure security features for the Switch. To open the Security-Settings page, click "Settings" under "Security" in the far-left menu (see Fig. 6). 1 2 3 section 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fig. 6 Security-Settings Page You can configure the following security features: 10 Account Blocking Specify the number of invalid login attempts allowed before the user is locked out. Password Policy Choose between a standard- or high-security password policy. The table below shows the parameters of the two options available. Check the box to enable the high-security password policy, or leave unchecked to enable the standard-security policy. Standard-Security Password 6 characters or more High-Security Password 8 characters or more; must include at least 1 digit and 1 uppercase letter, and 1 of the following "special" characters: !@#$%^&*()_-+={[}]"':;?/>< Must not include the user name 39 Must not include the user name Remote Installation Idle Timeout Select the maximum time allowed for inactivity before the user is disconnected from the remote session. Choose "No Timeout" to disable the Idle Timeout feature. By default, the timeout inactivity period is set to 10 minutes. SSL Certificate You can install your company's own SSL certificate to protect data transferred over the Internet between your servers and remote console. To open the SSL-Certificate page, click "SSL Certificate" under "Security" in the far-left menu (see Fig. 7). Fig. 7 SSL-Certificate Page To install an SSL certificate: 1. 2. 3. 4. Click Click Click next to the Certificate-File field to locate the *.cer file. next to the Private-File field to locate the private-key file. to complete and upload the files.