ATEN CS-1008 User Manual

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1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe CL1008 / CL1016 SlideawayTM LCD KVM Switch series are control units that allow access to multiple computers from a s

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual2Features KVM console with 17" LCD monitor in a sliding housing – top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a

1. Introduction3RequirementsComputersThe following equipment must be installed on each computer: A VGA, SVGA or multisync cardNote: The integrated LC

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual4OS SupportComponentsFront ViewOS VersionWindows 2000 and higherLinux RedHat 7.1–7.3, 8.0, 9.0, Fedora Core 2–4SuSE 8.2, 9.

1. Introduction5No. Component Description1 Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in (see item 2 in this table).2 Slide Rel

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual6Rear ViewNote: The CL1016 is pictured above. The CL1008 rear panel is the same as that of the CL1016, except that it has 8

7Chapter 2Hardware SetupBefore you BeginStandard Rack MountingA standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL1008 / CL1016. The kit enables the

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual8To rack mount the switch, do the following:1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the

2. Hardware Setup9Single Stage InstallationIn a single stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit. T

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in whi

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual10Note: The CL1016 is pictured above. The CL1008 rear panel is the same as that of the CL1016, except that it has 8 KVM por

2. Hardware Setup11Daisy Chain InstallationTo control even more computers, up to 15 ACS1208A or ACS1216A KVM switches can be daisy chained down from

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual12Note: The CL1016 is pictured above. The CL1008 rear panel is the same as that of the CL1016, except that it has 8 KVM por

13Chapter 3Basic OperationOpening the ConsoleThe CL1008 / CL1016's console is located under the top cover. As a safety precaution, the console is

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual14Closing the ConsoleTo slide the console module in, close the cover and do the following:1. Pull the safety catches on the

3. Basic Operation15Operating PrecautionsRight!Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work.Wrong! DO NOT lean your body weigh

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual16Powering UpPower up the installation according to the following procedure:1. Power on the first station (CL1008 / CL1016)

3. Basic Operation17LCD OSD ConfigurationThe LCD ButtonsThe LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons are used to perfo

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual18LCD Adjustment SettingsAn explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below:Setting ExplanationB

3. Basic Operation19Port ID NumberingEach KVM port on the installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made up of two parts: a Station Nu

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor te

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual20Hot PluggingThe CL1008 / CL1016 supports hot plugging – computers can be removed and added back into the installation by

21Chapter 4OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe on-screen display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All proce

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual22OSD Main ScreenWhen you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the admini

4. OSD Operation23OSD Main Screen HeadingsThe table below describes the OSD Main Screen headingsOSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate t

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual24OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port, s

4. OSD Operation25F2: LISTThis function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of the ports the OSD displays on the main screen. Many of the OSD functi

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual26F3: SETThis function allows the administrator and each user to set up their own, individual, working environment. A separ

4. OSD Operation27(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionPORT ID DISPLAYMODESelects how the port ID is displayed: the port number alone (PORT

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual28F4: ADMF4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation o

4. OSD Operation29(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is attached t

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualivPackage ContentsBasic PackageThe basic CL1008 or CL1016 package consists of: 1 CL1008 or CL1016 with Standard Rack Mount

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual30(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTSThis function lets the administrator select which port

4. OSD Operation31F5: SKPThis function enables you to easily skip backward or forward, switching the KVM focus, from the currently active computer po

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual32F6: BRCF6 is an administrator only function. When this function is in effect, commands sent from the console are broadcas

4. OSD Operation33F7: SCANThis function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual34F8: LOUTClicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of the OSD, and blanks the console screen. This is different

35Chapter 5Hotkey OperationHotkey Port AccessHotkey port access allows you to provide the KVM focus to a particular port directly from the keyboard. T

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual36Hotkey Mode OperationHotkey Mode CharacteristicsWhen Hotkey Mode is active: The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in

5. Hotkey Operation37Auto Scan ModeAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active KVM ports that are accessible to the currently logged in use

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual38Pausing Auto ScanWhile you are in Auto Scan mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular c

5. Hotkey Operation39Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular po

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS.

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual40Hotkey Beeper ControlThe beeper can be hotkey toggled on and off (see ACTIVATE BEEPER, page 29). To toggle the beeper, ke

41Chapter 6The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading t

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual424. Shut down all of the computers, but not the stations, on your KVM installation.5. From your KVM switch console, bring

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility43Starting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file, either by double c

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual44The firmware upgrade utility main screen appears:The utility inspects your installation. The devices capable of being upg

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility45 As the upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel, and the progress toward completion is

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual46Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke F

47AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual48 To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor,

Appendix49Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manualvi4. OSD OperationOSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual50Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software upd

Appendix51SpecificationsCL1008Function CL1008Computer ConnectionsDirect 8Max 128 (via Daisy Chain)Console Connections 1Port Selection OSD; Hotkey; Pus

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual52CL1016Function CL1016Computer ConnectionsDirect 16Max 256 (via Daisy Chain)Console Connections 1Port Selection OSD; Hotke

Appendix53Connection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of units and the number of computers that they control on

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual54CL1016 – ACS1208ACL1016 – ACS1216ANo. Computers No. Computers1 1–16 9 73–802 17–24 10 81–883 25–32 11 89–964 33–40 12 97–

Appendix55Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the username and password information has become corrupt

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual56Optional Rack MountingFor convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket s

Appendix57 a) Screw the front flanges to the rack first.b) Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges make contact with th

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual583. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of th

Appendix595. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See page 13 for openin

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualviiSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51CL1008 . . .

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual60Dedicated Invocation KeysTwo dedicated keys are provided on the keyboard module to make it easy to invoke Hotkey Mode and

61IndexAActivate Beeper, 29Active portselecting, 36ADM, 28Administrator functions, 28Auto Scan Mode, 37Auto Scanning, 33Invoking Auto Scan, 37Pausing

CL1008 / CL1016 User Manual62OSD, 26Port access, 35Selecting the Active Port, 36Skip mode, 39Summary Table, 40Hotkey Modeexiting, 35IInstallationDaisy

Index63SSafety InstructionsGeneral, 47rack mounting, 49SCAN, 33Scan Duration, 27SCAN/SKIPMODE, 27Screen Blanker, 27Selecting the Active Port, 36SET, 2

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualviiiAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL1008 / CL1016 system. It covers all

CL1008 / CL1016 User ManualixConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and how