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16 Port KVM over the NETTMKN9116User Manual2004-11-30

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Chapter 1.IntroductionOverviewThe KN9116 is an IP-based KVM control unit that allows both local andremote operators to monitor and access multiple com

Remote consoles connect to the KN9116 via its IP address. Software utilitiesare provided with the KN9116 that make remote access smooth and efficient.

FeaturesM 16 port, remote access, KVM switch - monitor and control up to 16 computersfrom a single KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) consoleM Remotely acce

System RequirementsRemote ComputersM For best results, computers that remotely access the KN9116 should have atleast a P III 1 GHz processor, with the

Chapter 2.Hardware SetupFront View1. Port LEDsThe Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding CPUPorts. There is one pair of LEDs f

2. Reset SwitchM Pressing and holding this switch in while powering on the KN9116restores the switch to the factory installed firmware version.M Press

Rear View1. Power JackThe power cable plugs in here.2. Power SwitchThis standard rocker switch powers the unit on and off.3. PON PortThis connector is

InstallationTo set up your KN9116 installation refer to the diagram below (the numbers inthe diagram correspond to the numbered steps), and do the fol

Hot PluggingThe KN9116 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and addedback into the installation by unplugging and replugging their cables

FCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may causeradio interference in which case the user may be requir

Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to power off the KN9116, or if the switch loses powerand needs to be restarted, wait 10 seconds bef

Chapter 3.AdministrationOverviewThe OSD’s Administration page lets the Administrator (and users withadministration permission - see User Management,

After you successfully log in, the Local Console OSD comes up:The OSD consists of four pages:M The Administration page is the subject of this chapter

The Administration PageWhen you click the Administration tab, the Administration page comes up.Each of the administrative functions is represented by

User Management:The User Management dialogs are used to create and manage user profiles. Upto 64 user profiles can be established.M To delete a user p

Fill in the required information for a new User profile, or modify the existinginformation to edit a previous profile. A description of the field head

NetworkThe Network dialog is used to specify the KN9116’s network environment.The page is divided into three panels: Access Port; IP Address; and Log

IP AddressThe KN9116 can either have its IP address assigned dynamically (DHCP), or itcan be given a fixed IP address.M For dynamic IP address assignm

SecurityThe Security page controls access to the KN9116.M The Default web page name lets the Administrator specify the page thatthe user connects to w

M IP and MAC Filters control access to the KN9116 based on the IP and/orMAC addresses of the computers attempting to connect. A maximum of 100IP filte

Package ContentsThe complete KN9116 package consists of:M 1 KN9116 KVM over the NET™ KVM SwitchM 2 Custom KVM Cable SetsM 1Power CordM 1 User ManualM

CustomizationAn explanation of the Customization parameters is given in the table below:Parameter ExplanationLogin Failures Allowed: sets the number o

Set PortThis dialog box lets the administrator enable/disable Quick View status forselected ports, and to create, modify, or delete names for each of

Port NameTo help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every portcan be given a name. This field allows the Administrator to creat

Date/TimeThe Date/Time dialog box lets the Administrator set up the KN9116’s timeparameters:M To establish the time zone that the KN9116 is located in

Upgrading the FirmwareAs new versions of the KN9116 firmware become available, they can bedownloaded from our website at: http://www.altusen.comCheck

Chapter 4.Browser OperationOverviewKN9116 computer control and switching operations are governed by an OnScreen Display (OSD) interface. The OSD can b

4. Provide a valid Username and Password (set up by the KN9116 administrator),then Click Login to continue.Note: 1. If you supply an invalid login, th

Web Page LayoutThe General Dialog BoxAn explanation of the dialog box fields is given in the table below:Field PurposeDevice Name: To make it easier t

Web Page IconsThe purpose of the other icons at the top of the web page are explained in thetable below:Icon FunctionSync Click this icon to sync your

Chapter 5.The Windows ClientActivating the OSDAfter you have successfully logged in (see p. 25), to activate the WindowsClient OSD do the following:1.

ContentsChapter 1.IntroductionOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Feature

4. When a connection to the KN9116 has been established the followingscreen appears:Note: 1. If Full Screen Mode is enabled (there is a checkmark in t

The Main PageThe OSD comes up with the Main page visible:Note: 1. The Administration tab is disabled for users who don’t haveadministration permission

The Main Page lists all of the KN9116’s ports. You access the computersconnected to the KN9116’s ports by selecting them on this page. The meaningsof

Port OperationSelect a port on the OSD Main Screen either by moving the highlight bar to itwith the Up and Down Arrow keys and pressing Enter, or by D

The Toolbar IconsThe meanings of the toolbar icons are explained in the table below.Drag this icon to move the toolbar to a different location.Click t

Hotkey OperationHotkeys allow you to provide KVM focus to a port directly from the keyboard.The KN9116 provides the following hotkey features:M Auto S

Pausing Auto Scan:While you are in Auto Scan Mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keepthe focus on a particular computer by pressing P. During

Windows Client Control PanelThe control panel consists of an icon bar at the top, with two text bars below it.Initially, the text bars display the vid

HotkeysVarious configuration actions related to the keyboard, video, and mouse can beperformed via hotkey combinations. The Hotkey setup utility is ac

An explanation of the actions is given in the table, below:Action ExplanationExit remote location Breaks the connection to the KN9116 and returns you

Chapter 4.Browser OperationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Logging In

Video AdjustmentYou can adjust the placement and the picture quality of the remote screen (asdisplayed on your local monitor) with the Video Options f

The meanings of the adjustment options are given in the table below:Option UsageScreen Position Adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the rem

Gamma Adjustment:If it is necessary to correct the gamma level for the remote video display, usethe Gamma function of the Video Adjustment dialog box.

Panel Array ModeClicking on the Control Panel’s Panel icon invokes Panel Array Mode. Under thismode, the OSD divides your screen into a 4 x 4 grid of

M You can access a computer connected to a port by moving the mouse pointerover its panel and clicking. You switch to the computer exactly as if you h

Keyboard and Mouse ConsiderationsKeystrokes:Except for [Alt + Tab] and [Ctrl + Alt + Del], which are retained on the localsystem to switch among appli

Mouse Synchronization:Until you close the KN9116 connection, mouse movements have no effect onyour local system, but are captured and sent to the remo

The Configuration PageThe OSD Configuration page allows users to set up their own, individual,working environments. The KN9116 stores a separate confi

The Configuration page settings are explained in the following table:Setting FunctionOSD Hotkey Selects which Hotkey controls the OSD function: [Scrol

Chapter 6.The Java ClientActivating the OSDAfter you have successfully logged in (see p. 25), to activate the Java ClientOSD do the following:1. Click

Chapter 7.The Log FileThe Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Chapter 8.The Log Serv

When you bring up the OSD, the Main Screen comes up in the center of yourmonitor.This is the same OSD Main Screen that appears when the Windows Client

Video AdjustmentClicking this button brings up the Video Adjustment dialog box:This is similar to the Windows Client Video Adjustment dialog box. See

MouseAt times the local mouse movement may lose sync with the remote mousemovement. The Mouse Synchronization function gets them back into sync.There

PanelClick to enable Panel Array Mode. This is very similar to the Windows ClientPanel Array Mode (see p. 43 for details), except for some differences

Port OperationJava Client port operation is the same as for the Windows Client. See page 33for port operation details.Hotkey OperationHotkey operation

Chapter 7.The Log FileThe Main ScreenThe KN9116 logs all the events that take place on it. Following a reset, it writesthem to a log file, which is a

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Chapter 8.The Log ServerThe Windows-based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all theevents that take place on selected KN9116 units

Starting UpTo bring up the Log Server, either double click the program icon, or key in thefull path to the program on the command line. The first time

The Menu BarThe Menu bar consists of four items: Configure, Events, Options, and Help.These are discussed in the sections that follow.Note: If the Men

About This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KN9116system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration an

A description of the fields is given in the table, below:Field ExplanationAddress This can either be the IP address of the KN9116 or its DNS name (if

A description of the items is given in the table, below:Item ExpalanationNew search This is one of three radio buttons that define the scope of thesea

Maintenance:This function allows the administrator to perform manual maintenance of thedatabase. He can use it to erase specified records before the e

The KN9116 Main ScreenOverviewThe KN9116 Main Screen is divided into two main panels. The upper panellists the KN9116 units that have been selected fo

The Upper PanelThe upper panel contains five fields:Field ExpalanationRecording Determines whether the Log Server records the ticks for thisKN9116, or

AppendixTroubleshootingGeneral OperationSymptom Possible Cause ActionMouse and/orKeyboard notresponding.Improper mouseand/or keyboard reset.Unplug the

The Windows ClientProblem ResolutionWindows Client won’tconnect to the KN9116.DirectX 7.0 or higher must be installed on your computer.Remote mouse po

2. Windows XP / Windows Server 2003:Set the mouse speed to the middle position; disable Enhance PointerPrecision (Control Panel → Printers and Other H

SpecificationsFunction SpecificationComputer Connections 16Port Selection OSD / HotkeyConnectors Console VGA 1 x HDB-15 FConsole K/M 2 x 6 pin mini DI

OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display Port Numb

ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:CourierIndicates text that you should key in.[ ]Indicates keys you should press. For example, [E

Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username andPassword information has become corrupted, or

Rack MountingThe KN9116 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience andflexibility, the mounting brackets can screw into either the front or t

Limited WarrantyALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1)year from the date of purchase. If thi

AAdjust videoWindows Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Administration page . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Search.

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