Tripp Lite 8 Port Kvm Manual
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6. Operation (continued)
6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued)
6.3.2 Ports
6.3.3 Time
Highlight the Ports option and press the [Enter] key to open the Port Settings page. This page allows you to edit port names, set the remote computer keyboard type, and set the h\
otkey for ports that have second level KVM switches connected to them. The table below describes each of these settings.
ColumnDescription
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6. Operation (continued)
6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued)
6.3.2 Ports
6.3.3 Time
Highlight the Ports option and press the [Enter] key to open the Port Settings page. This page allows you to edit port names, set the remote computer keyboard type, and set the h\
otkey for ports that have second level KVM switches connected to them. The table below describes each of these settings.
ColumnDescription
NAMEThe first column displays the name associated to each port. You can change this...")
1111 6. Operation (continued) 6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued) 6.3.2 Ports 6.3.3 Time Highlight the Ports option and press the [Enter] key to open the Port Settings page. This page allows you to edit port names, set the remote computer keyboard type, and set the h\ otkey for ports that have second level KVM switches connected to them. The table below describes each of these settings. ColumnDescription NAMEThe first column displays the name associated to each port. You can change this...
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6. Operation (continued)
6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued)
6.3.4 Users
6.3.5 Security
The Users option can only be accessed when Security is enabled in the General Settings page. (See General under On-Screen Display OSD F2 Settings section for details.) Highlight the Users option and press the [Enter] key to open the User Settings page. In the column on the left side of the screen, all of the ports on the KVM are listed. On the right side of the screen, there \
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6. Operation (continued)
6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued)
6.3.4 Users
6.3.5 Security
The Users option can only be accessed when Security is enabled in the General Settings page. (See General under On-Screen Display OSD F2 Settings section for details.) Highlight the Users option and press the [Enter] key to open the User Settings page. In the column on the left side of the screen, all of the ports on the KVM are listed. On the right side of the screen, there \
are 6 columns; one...")
1212 6. Operation (continued) 6.3 On-Screen Display (OSD) F2 SETTINGS (continued) 6.3.4 Users 6.3.5 Security The Users option can only be accessed when Security is enabled in the General Settings page. (See General under On-Screen Display OSD F2 Settings section for details.) Highlight the Users option and press the [Enter] key to open the User Settings page. In the column on the left side of the screen, all of the ports on the KVM are listed. On the right side of the screen, there \ are 6 columns; one...
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13 • Firmware Upgrade Utility—This Windows-based application reads the current firmware and installs the new firmware of the KVM and Server Interface Units (SIUs). Note: The firmware upgrade utility is compatible with Windows 32-bit operating systems only. • Firmware Upgrade File—This file contains the actual firmware for the KVM and SIUs. 7.2 Firmware Upgrade Software Requirements 7.3 Performing a Firmware Upgrade 7.4 Physical Installation 7.5 Current Firmware Verification 7.1 Firmware...
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1414 7.5 Current Firmware Verification (continued) 3. When installation is complete, clicking the Finish button will automatically open the Firmware Upgrade Utility with the main screen displayed. 4. There are three types of firmware to be verified; OSD, Manager and SIU. Start by checking the NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch OSD box at the top of the utility, and then click the F/W Version button at the bottom of the utility to display the firmware version number. Check this against the firmware you...
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15 7. Firmware Upgrade (continued) 7.5 Current Firmware Verification (continued) 5. Uncheck the NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch OSD box, and check the box next to NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch Manager. Click the F/W Version button at the bottom of the utility to display the firmware version number. Check this against the firmware you obtained from the Tripp Lite website to determine if an upgrade is needed. 6. Uncheck the NetCommander CAT5 KVM Switch Manager box, and check the box in the middle of the...
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7. Firmware Upgrade (continued)
7.6 Firmware Upgrade
Once you have determined that your KVM and/or SIU(s) need to be upgrad\
ed, follow the steps below to install the new firmware.
1. In the Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen, open the Options drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Com Port option. Select the com port of the upgrade computer that the Firmware Upgrade Cable is connected to and click OK.
2. Open the File drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Open...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/78/104982/w300_8-port-kvm-manual-1526561701_d-15.png "Page 16
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7. Firmware Upgrade (continued)
7.6 Firmware Upgrade
Once you have determined that your KVM and/or SIU(s) need to be upgrad\
ed, follow the steps below to install the new firmware.
1. In the Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen, open the Options drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Com Port option. Select the com port of the upgrade computer that the Firmware Upgrade Cable is connected to and click OK.
2. Open the File drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Open...")
16 7. Firmware Upgrade (continued) 7.6 Firmware Upgrade Once you have determined that your KVM and/or SIU(s) need to be upgrad\ ed, follow the steps below to install the new firmware. 1. In the Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen, open the Options drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Com Port option. Select the com port of the upgrade computer that the Firmware Upgrade Cable is connected to and click OK. 2. Open the File drop-down menu at the top of the screen and select the Open...
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Warning: Disconnect device from AC mains before service operation!
When using Firmware Update software, you may get a Communication Error message.
If a Communication Error message appears during the update procedure, do\
the following:
1. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's RS232 connector is connected to the switch's communication port
2. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's DB9F connector is connected to the DB9M serial port on the CPU's rear panel
3. Restart the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/78/104982/w300_8-port-kvm-manual-1526561701_d-16.png "Page 17
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Warning: Disconnect device from AC mains before service operation!
When using Firmware Update software, you may get a Communication Error message.
If a Communication Error message appears during the update procedure, do\
the following:
1. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's RS232 connector is connected to the switch's communication port
2. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's DB9F connector is connected to the DB9M serial port on the CPU's rear panel
3. Restart the...")
17 Warning: Disconnect device from AC mains before service operation! When using Firmware Update software, you may get a Communication Error message. If a Communication Error message appears during the update procedure, do\ the following: 1. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's RS232 connector is connected to the switch's communication port 2. Ensure that the RS232 serial cable's DB9F connector is connected to the DB9M serial port on the CPU's rear panel 3. Restart the...
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1818 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of...
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Visit www.tripplite.com/warranty today to register the warranty for your new Tripp Lite product. You'll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite product!*
* No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. See website for details.
WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)
Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implemen\
ting regulations, when...")
1919 Visit www.tripplite.com/warranty today to register the warranty for your new Tripp Lite product. You'll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite product!* * No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. See website for details. WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union) Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implemen\ ting regulations, when...
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