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HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media
User Guide
Part Number 409054-003
August 2008 (Third Edition)
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Contents Component identification...............................................................................................................6 Console switch components........................................................................................................................6 Interface adapter with Vrtual i Media components..........................................................................................7 Installing the console switch................................
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Setting local console switch security.................................................................................................37 Changing the OSD language..........................................................................................................43 Assigning server and se rial device names.........................................................................................43 Setting up a scan pattern..................................................................
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Enabling TFTP for Linu x operating systems..................................................................................................86 Verifying TFTP for Linu x operating systems........................................................................................86 Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................88 Troubleshooting table ........................................................
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Component identification Console switch components Item Description 1 Power cord connector 2 Power switch 3 Fans 4 Activity indicator light 5 LAN connector (10/100/1000 gigabit) 6 Serial management connector 7 Mouse connector for local user 8 Keyboard connector for local user 9 Video connector for local user 10 USB ports 11 Server connection ports Component identification 6
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Interface adapter with Virtual Media components Interface adapters that support Virtual Media have two LEDs on the front of the RJ-45 connector. Item Description 1 When lit, this LED indicates that the interface adapter has power from the server. 2 When lit, this LED indicates ththere is an active at console session with the interface adapter. When flashing, this LED indicates th at the interface adapter firmware is being upgraded. USB 2.0 interface adapter with Virt
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Item Description 2 RJ-45 connector 3 USB connector PS2 interface adapter with Virtual Media Item Description 1 Video connector 2 RJ-45 connector 3 USB connector (for Virtual Media only) 4 Mouse connector 5 Keyboard connector Component identification 8
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Installing the console switch Installation overview This product ships with rack-mounting brackets for easy integration into the rack. Before installing this product and other components in the rack cabinet (if th ey are not already installed), stabilize the rack in a permanent location. Begin installing the equipment at th e bottom of the rack cabinet, and then work to the top. Avoid uneven loading or ov erloading of the rack cabinets. Rack-mount safety instructions When rack-mountin
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Required items not included • Interface adapters ("Installing the interface adapter " on page 21) One interface adapter is needed for each server or device. o USB 2.0 with Virtual Media o PS2 with Virtual Media o USB (not Virtual Media capable) o PS2 (not Virtual Media capable) o Serial o HP BladeSystem CAT5 KVM (n ot Virtual Media capable) • UTP CAT5 cable (CAT6 and CAT7 can also be used) Optional item Expansion module (not Virtual Media capable) Required tools The following
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Performing a side-mount type A installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on ea ch side, from the console switch. 2. Attach the side-mounting brackets to the console switch using the four screws that you removed. 3. Slide the side-mounting bracket tabs into th e U locations on each side of the rack. Installing the console switch 11
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4. Secure the console switch to the rails using four self-tapping screws, two on each side. Performing a side-mount type B installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on ea ch side, from the console switch. 2. Attach the side-mounting brackets to the console switch using the four screws that you removed. Installing the console switch 12
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3. Slide the side-mounting bracket tabs into th e U locations on each side of the rack. 4. Install four cage nuts into the side-mounting bracket U locations. 5. Secure the console switch to the rails, using four M-6 screws, two on each side. Performing a standard-mount installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on ea ch side, from the console switch. Installing the console switch 13
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2. Attach the 1U brackets to the console switch using the four screws that you removed. 3. Install a cage nut behind each rear rail, if th e cage nuts have not already been installed. Installing the console switch 14
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4. Slide the console switch behind the rear of the 1U product. 5. Secure the console switch to the rails using two M-6 screws, one on each side. Performing a cantilever-mount type A installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on ea ch side, from the console switch. Installing the console switch 15
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2. Attach the 1U brackets to the console switch using the four screws that you removed. 3. Install up to six clip nuts. Installing the console switch 16
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4. Secure the console switch to the rails, usin g the appropriate number of T-25 Torx screws. Performing a cantilever-mount type B installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on ea ch side, from the console switch. 2. Attach the 1U brackets to the console switch using the four screws that you removed. Installing the console switch 17
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3. Install up to six cage nuts. 4. Secure the console switch to the rails us ing the appropriate number of M-6 screws. Connecting the console switch 1. Connect the local keyboard, video, and mouse to the console switch. Installing the console switch 18
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: • Do not disable the power cord grounding pluTghe grou . nding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) ele trical ou c tlet that is easily accessible at all times. • Unplug the power cord from the power suy to disconnec ppl t power to the equipment. • Do not route the power cord where it can be wa lked on or pinched by items placed against it. Pay particular attentio
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HP IP Console Viewer overview You must install the HP IP Console Viewer software if you want to use the software to configure the console switch. The HP IP Console Viewer enables you to view and control a server attached to the console switch system, configure and maintain the system, and prevent unauthorized access to the console switch through IP connections. For more information, see th HP IP Cons e ole Viewer User Guide included on the CD provided with this product. NOTE: The an
