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KH98 User ManualxAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KH98 system. It covers all aspects of installation,

KH98 User ManualxiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.[ ]Indicates keys you should

KH98 User ManualxiiTechnical SupportInternationalNorth AmericaWhen you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand: Product mo

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1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe KH98 KVM Switch offers multiple computer access and IPMI based monitoring from a single console (keyboard, monitor,

KH98 User Manual2Features Server health monitoring - receive PET alerts and monitor up to 512 IPMI enabled servers from a single console (IPMI over L

Chapter 1. Introduction3System RequirementsConsole A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution you will be using on any comp

KH98 User Manual4Operating SystemsThe KH98 supports the following operating systems: Microsoft DOS 6.2 and higher Microsoft Windows NT 4 and higher

Chapter 1. Introduction5ComponentsFront View1. Port LEDsThe Port LEDs on the left are the On Line LEDs; the ones to the right are the Selected Port L

KH98 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the

KH98 User Manual64. LAN LED The LAN LED lights ORANGE to indicate the KH98 unit is connected to the IPMI Management LAN at 10 Mbps.5. Link LED The L

Chapter 1. Introduction7Rear View1. Power Socket2. Power Switch3. LAN Port (IPMI)The Category 5 cable used to connect the KH98 to the IPMI Management

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9Chapter 2Hardware SetupInstallationSingle Stage InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional KH98's cascaded down from th

KH98 User Manual107. Turn on the power to the computers.Two Stage InstallationTo control and monitor more computers, up to eight additional KH98 units

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup114. Use KVM cable sets (described in the Cables section, page 3), to connect any available KVM port on the Second Stage un

KH98 User Manual12Three Stage InstallationThe procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same as for a two stage install

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup13Note: The Power On sequence requires that all First Stage units be powered on first. After they are all on, the Second Sta

KH98 User Manual14Setup ConsiderationsHot PluggingThe KH98 supports hot plugging. Components can be removed and added back into the installation by un

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup15Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the KH98 units, before starting it back up you must

KH98 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center: International – http://support.a

KH98 User Manual16Port ID NumberingEach KVM Port on a KH98 installation is assigned a unique Port ID. You can directly access any computer on any leve

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup17Port SelectionThe KH98 provides three methods to obtain instant access to any computer on your installation: Manual, OSD,

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19Chapter 3OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) provides a visual, menu-driven, mouse enabled, interface that offers quick and conveni

KH98 User Manual20When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administrator's Main Screen

Chapter 3. OSD Operation21OSD Main Screen HeadingsOSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate the OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner

KH98 User Manual22OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, rapidly switching to any port; scanning only sele

Chapter 3. OSD Operation23F2 LIST:This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many

KH98 User Manual24F3 SET:This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up his own working environment. A separate profile for each is st

Chapter 3. OSD Operation25(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionPORT ID DISPLAYMODESelects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alo

KH98 User ManualivSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions ma

KH98 User Manual26F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD.

Chapter 3. OSD Operation27(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is at

KH98 User Manual28(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTSThis function lets the Administrator sel

Chapter 3. OSD Operation29(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionFIRMWARE VERSION/UPGRADEDisplays the current firmwa

KH98 User Manual30(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSET KVM IP & MAC Allows you to configure and view the KH98 network information. T

Chapter 3. OSD Operation31F5 BMC:Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] establishes a session with IPMI enabled servers in your KH98 installation. Us

KH98 User Manual32Note: Whilst in F5 BMC mode, click the F11 field or press [F11] to switch to the selected port on the OSD screen.SYSTEM POWER RESETA

Chapter 3. OSD Operation33F6 PET:Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], displays the Platform Event Trap alerts received from any IPMI enabled serv

KH98 User Manual34F7 SCAN:Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan Mode. This function allows you to automatically switch among the av

Chapter 3. OSD Operation35F8 LOUT:Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console screen

KH98 User Manualv Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disconnecting powe

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37Chapter 4Hotkey OperationHotkey Port ControlHotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.

KH98 User Manual38Selecting the Active PortEach Computer Port is assigned a Port ID (see Port ID Numbering, p. 16). You can directly access any comput

Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation39Auto ScanningAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active Computer Ports that are accessible to the currently l

KH98 User Manual40Invoking Auto ScanTo start Auto Scanning, key in the following Hotkey combination:1. Invoke Hotkey Mode (see p. 37).2. Press [A]. Yo

Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation41Hotkey Beeper ControlThe Beeper (see Activate Beeper, p. 27) can be Hotkey toggled On and Off. To toggle the Beeper, key

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43Chapter 5The Firmware Upgrade UtilityIntroductionThe purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility(FWUpgrade.exe) is to provide an automated

KH98 User Manual44Before You BeginTo prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation g

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility45Performing the UpgradeStarting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Pa

KH98 User ManualviRack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that t

KH98 User Manual463. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears:The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility475. After you have made your selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade.If you enabled Check Firmware Ve

KH98 User Manual48Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility49Upgrade FailedIf the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retr

KH98 User Manual50Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically two conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke Firmware Upgra

51 AppendixKH98 Computer Support TableThe following table indicates the relationship between the number of KH98 units and the maximum number of comput

KH98 User Manual52OSD Factory Default SettingsSetting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display Position Upper Left CornerPort ID D

Appendix53Specifications Function SpecificationComputer ConnectionsDirect 8Max. 512 (via Cascade)Console Connections 1Port Selection OSD / Hotkey / P

KH98 User Manual54Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become

Appendix55TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionPressing the Hotkeys gets no responseEither the connection from the selected port to the target

KH98 User ManualviiPackage ContentsThe KH98 package consists of:1 KH98 KVM Switch1 Firmware Upgrade Cable1Power Cord1 Rack Mount Kit (Brackets and Phi

KH98 User Manual56Stacking and Rack MountingThe KH98 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted by a variety of different methods in 1U of rack spa

Appendix57Rack Mounting—Front1. Remove the two screws from the sides at the front of the unit.2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied wit

KH98 User Manual583. Place the switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the m

Appendix59Rack Mounting—Rear1. Remove the two screws from the sides at the rear of the unit.2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with

KH98 User Manual603. Place the switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the m

Index 61IndexAActivate Beeper, 27ADM, 26Administrator functions, 26Administrator Login Failure, 54Auto Scanning, 34, 39Invoking Auto Scan, 40Pausing A

KH98 User Manual62OOnlineRegistration, iiiOSDFactory Default Settings, 52Functions, 22Hotkey, 24Logout, 35Main Screen, 20Main Screen Headings, 21Navig

KH98 User ManualviiiContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiSJ/T 11364-200

KH98 User ManualixChapter 3.OSD OperationOSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19OSD