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1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe CL5708 / CL5716 SlideawayTM LCD KVMP Switch is an integrated LCD console and keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) switch

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual2Your CL5708 / CL5716 investment is protected by an included firmware upgrade utility. You can stay current with the latest

Chapter 1. Introduction3Features Integrated KVM console with 17” LCD in a SlideawayTM housing Space saving technology – up to two consoles (one bus)

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual4 Extra console port – manage computers from an external console (monitor, USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse) Supports exter

Chapter 1. Introduction5RequirementsExternal ConsoleThe following hardware components are required for the external console: A VGA, SVGA, or multisyn

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual6Operating SystemsSupported operating systems are shown in the table, below:OS VersionWindows 2000 and higherLinux RedHat 7

Chapter 1. Introduction7ComponentsFront ViewNote: The CL5716 is pictured in the diagrams of this chapter. However, the CL5708 is the same as the CL571

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual8No. Component Description1 Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in (see item 2 in this table)

Chapter 1. Introduction9Rear View (AC Power)No. Component Description1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-prong AC power socket. The power cord from an

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in whi

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual10Rear View (DC Power)No. Component Description1 Power Socket The DC power cord plugs in here.2 Daisy Chain Port When daisy

11Chapter 2Hardware SetupOverviewFor convenience and flexibility that allows mixing PS/2 and USB interfaces, the CL5708 / CL5716 design utilizes custo

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual12Standard Rack MountingA standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL5708 / CL5716. The kit enables the switch to b

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup132. While the first person still holds the switch in place, the second person slides the L brackets into the switch's s

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual14Single Level InstallationIn a single level installation, there are no additional switches daisy chained from the first un

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup15AC Power Installation Diagram14235

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual16DC Power Models1. Ground the unit.2. If you choose to connect an external console to the CL5708 / CL5716, use the console

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup17DC Power Installation Diagram14235

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual18Cabling DiagramsUse the following diagrams as a guide for attaching cables to an external console and/or computers you wi

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup19Daisy Chain InstallationsTo control even more computers, up to 31 compatible KVM switches can be daisy chained down from th

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor te

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual20Daisy Chain Installation DiagramCHAIN OUTCL5708 / CL5716COMPATIBLE SWITCHCOMPATIBLE SWITCHCHAIN OUTCHAIN INCHAIN INCHAIN

21Chapter 3Basic OperationOpening the ConsoleThe CL5708 / CL5716's console is located under the top cover. To access the console, slide the conso

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual22Closing the ConsoleTo slide the console module back in, close the cover and do the following:1. Pull the safety catches o

Chapter 3. Basic Operation23Operating PrecautionsRight!Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work.Wrong! DO NOT lean your bo

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual24Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to power off the CL5708 / CL5716, do the following before restarting i

Chapter 3. Basic Operation25LCD OSD ConfigurationThe LCD ButtonsThe LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons are used

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual26LCD Adjustment SettingsAn explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below:Note: As an alternat

Chapter 3. Basic Operation27Hot PluggingThe CL5708 / CL5716 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual28Port SelectionThe CL5708 / CL5716 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manu

Chapter 3. Basic Operation29USB Peripheral DevicesThe front panel USB port is available to connect a USB peripheral device (flash drive, CD-ROM drive,

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualivPackage ContentsBasic PackageThe basic CL5708 / CL5716 package consists of: 1 CL5708 / CL5716 KVMP Switch with standard

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31Chapter 4OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe OSD (on-screen display) is a mouse and keyboard enabled, menu driven method to handle computer control and swi

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual32OSD Main ScreenWhen you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the admini

Chapter 4. OSD Operation33OSD Main Screen HeadingsThe table below describes the OSD Main Screen headings.OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deac

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual34OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can rapidly switch to any port, sc

Chapter 4. OSD Operation35F2: LISTThis function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays on the main screen. The submenu c

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual36F3: SETThis function allows the administrator and each user to set up his own working environment. A separate profile for

Chapter 4. OSD Operation37(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSCAN–SKIPMODESelects which computers will be accessed under skip mode (see F5

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual38F4: ADMF4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation o

Chapter 4. OSD Operation39(Continued from previous page.)* Available on models with fingerprint reader.(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionSET US

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS.

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual40(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is

Chapter 4. OSD Operation41(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionRESET STATION IDS If you change the position of one of the stations in the da

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual42F5: SKPClicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or for

Chapter 4. OSD Operation43F6: BRCF6 is an administrator only function. Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], invokes Broadcast (BRC) mode. When thi

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual44F7: SCANClicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan mode. This function allows you to automatically switch a

45Chapter 5Keyboard Port OperationHotkey Port ControlHotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the ke

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual46Invoke Hotkey ModeAll hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey mode.1 There are two possible keystroke sequences used t

Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation47Select the Active PortEach KVM port is assigned a port ID (see Port ID Numbering, page 27). You can directly acces

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual48Auto Scan ModeAuto Scan automatically switches, at regular intervals, among all the KVM ports that have been set as acces

Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation49Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualviLCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25The LCD Buttons. . .

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual50Computer Keyboard / Mouse ResetIf the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently sele

Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation51Quick Hotkey ControlThe Quick Hotkey (see HOTKEY, page 37) can be toggled between[Num Lock] + [-], and [Ctrl] + [F

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual52Port OS ControlA port’s operating system can be changed to match that of the computer attached to the port. To change a p

Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation53Hotkey Summary Table[Num Lock] + [-]or[Ctrl] + [F12][A] [Enter]or[Q] [Enter]Invokes Auto Scan mode.When Auto Scan

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55Chapter 6Keyboard EmulationMac KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mapping

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual56Sun KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [

57Chapter 7The Firmware Upgrade UtilityIntroductionThe purpose of the Windows-based firmware upgrade utility is to provide an automated process for up

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual58PreparationTo prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:1. Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable (provided with this un

Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility59Starting the UpgradeTo upgrade the firmware:1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by dou

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manualvii6. Keyboard EmulationMac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual60The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List pan

Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility61Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was succe

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual62Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When a firmware upgrade is

63AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual64(Continued from previous page.) Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cabl

Appendix65Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual66Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software upd

Appendix67SpecificationsFunction CL5708DComputer ConnectionsDirect 8Max 256 (via daisy chain)Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys, PushbuttonsConnectors Extern

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual68Function CL5716DComputer ConnectionsDirect 16Max 512 (via daisy chain)Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys, PushbuttonsConnectors

Appendix69Function CL5708MComputer ConnectionsDirect 8Max 256 (via daisy chain)Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys, PushbuttonsConnectors External Console Por

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualviiiAbout this ManualThis user manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL5708 / CL5716 system. It covers all

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual70Function CL5716MComputer ConnectionsDirect 16Max 512 (via daisy chain)Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys, PushbuttonsConnectors

Appendix71Connection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of units and the number of computers that they control on

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual72CL5716 to Compatible 8-Port SwitchesCL5716 to Compatible 16-Port SwitchesNo. Computers No. Computers No. Computers No. Co

Appendix73Supported KVM SwitchesThe table below lists KVM switches that are compatible with the CL5708 / CL5716 and the type of expansion that they us

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual74Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information

Appendix75OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual76Optional Rack MountingFor convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket s

Appendix772. Attach the left and right easy-installation mounting rails to the inside of the rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual78(Continued from previous page.)3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with this package to

Appendix795. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See p. 21 for opening

CL5708 / CL5716 User ManualixConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and how

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual80Keyboard Invocation KeysTwo dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey mode and

81IndexAActivate Beeper, 40Active Portselecting, 47ADM, 38Auto Scan Mode, 44, 48Auto ScanningInvoking Auto Scan, 48Pausing, 48Stopping, 48BBeeper, 40,

CL5708 / CL5716 User Manual82computers, 5external console, 5Hot Plugging, 27External console ports, 27KVM ports, 27HotkeyBeeper Control, 50Command Mod

Index 83standard, 12Rack mountingEasy installation, 76Optional, 76safety information, 65Rear ViewAC power, 9DC power, 10RequirementsOperating systems,