ATEN ACS1216 User Manual

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ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualxAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your c/c system. It covers all aspects of in

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualxiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and ho

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualxiiTechnical SupportInternationalNorth AmericaWhen you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand

1Chapter 1IntroductionThis chapter introduces you to the ACS1208 / ACS1216 KVM Switch. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual2There is no better way to save time and money than with a Master View ACS1208 / ACS1216 installation. By allowing a sing

1. Introduction3Features A Single Console Controls Up To 8 (ACS1208) or 16 (ACS1216) Computers Daisy Chain Up To 31 Additional Units - Control Up t

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual4Hardware RequirementsConsole A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using

1. Introduction5ACS1208 Front View1. Port LEDsThe Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding CPU Ports. They come in pairs - one

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual6ACS1216 Front View1. Port LEDsThe Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding CPU Ports. They come in

1. Introduction7ACS1208 / ACS1216 Rear View1. Daisy Chain PortsWhen Daisy Chaining Units, the cables plug in here. The port on the right is the Chain

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in w

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual86. Firmware Upgrade Reset SwitchDuring normal operation and while performing a fimware upgrade, this switch should be in

9Chapter 2InstallationThis chapter explains how to connect up your installation — from a basic single stage hookup to a complete daisy chained setup.S

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual10 Daisy ChainingTo control even more computers, up to 31 additional switches can be daisy chained down from the first un

2. Installation115. Power up the installation according to the following procedure:a) Plug in the power adapter for the First Station. Wait for the u

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2. Installation13Hot PluggingThe ACS1208 / ACS1216 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by unpluggi

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual14Port ID NumberingEach CPU port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made up of tw

15Chapter 3Hotkey OperationThis chapter details the concepts and procedures involved in the Hotkey operation of your ACS1208 / ACS1216 installation; O

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual16When Hotkey Mode is active: The Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so. They sto

3. Hotkey Operation17Auto ScanningAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active CPU Ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center: International – htt

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual18Invoking Auto Scan:To start Auto Scanning, key in the following Hotkey combination:1. Invoke Hotkey Mode with the [NumL

3. Hotkey Operation19Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular po

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual20Hotkey Beeper ControlThe Beeper (see Activate Beeper, page 29) can be Hotkey toggled On and Off. To toggle the Beeper,

21Chapter 4OSD OperationThis chapter provides a complete description of the procedures involved in the OSD (On Screen Display) operation of your ACS12

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual22OSD Main ScreenWhen you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Admi

4. OSD Operation23OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window; or press [Esc].

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual24OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port;

4. OSD Operation25F2 LIbST:This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many of the

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual26F3 SET:This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up his own working environment. A separate profile f

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

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualivSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and in

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual28F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation

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

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual30(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the Administrator select which P

4. OSD Operation31F5 SKP:Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip (SKP) Mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual32F6 BRC:F6 is an Administrator only function. Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], invokes Broadcast (BRC) Mode. Whe

4. OSD Operation33F7 SCAN:Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan Mode. This function allows you to automatically switch among the a

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual34F8 LOUT:Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console sc

35Chapter 5The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading t

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual364. Shut down all of the computers - but not the Stations - on your KVM installation.5. From your KVM switch console, br

5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility37Starting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file - either by double

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manualv Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disco

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual383. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The devices capable of being upgraded are

5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility39Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful:C

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual40Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke

41AppendixThis appendix provides specifications and other technical information regarding the ACS1208 / ACS1216.ACS1208 / ACS1216 Connection TablesThe

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual42OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll

43SpecificationsFunction ACS1208 ACS1216Computer ConnectionsDirect 8 16Max 256 (via Daisy Chain) 512 (via Daisy Chain)Port Selection OSD (On Screen Di

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual44Rack MountingThe ACS1208 / ACS1216 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience and flexibility, the mounting br

45TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionErratic behavior. Unit not receiving enough power.Check that the Power Adapter that was supplied with th

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual46Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT,

47IndexAACS-1208Computer Connection Table, 41Front View, 5Rear View, 7ACS-1216Computer Connection Table, 41Front View, 6Rear View, 7Activate Beeper, 2

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualviRack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floo

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User Manual48Single Stage, 9Invoking Hotkey Mode, 15LLIST, 25Logout, 34Logout Timeout, 28LOUT, 34OOnlineRegistration, iiiOSDFactory

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualviiPackage Contents 1 ACS1208 or ACS1216 KVM Switch 2 Custom KVM Cable Sets (2L-5202P) 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1 Pow

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualviiiContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiR

ACS1208 / ACS1216 User ManualixSkip Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Hotkey Beeper Co