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KVM Switch
KH2508A / KH2516A
User Manual
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://support.aten.com North America http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923 User Notice All information, documentation, and spec
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Package Contents The KH2508A / KH2516A package consists of: 1 KH2508A or KH2516A Cat 5 High-Density KVM Switch 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1Power Cord 1 Grounding Wire 1 Rack Mount Kit 1 Foot Pad Set (4 pcs.) 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order. If anything is missing, or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer. Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedu
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Contents FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hot Plugging Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Hot Plugging Console Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Chapter 6. Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KH2508A / KH2516A system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the KH2508A / KH2516A system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described. Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. [ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. 1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps. → Indicates selecting the
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Chapter 1 Introduction Overview A KH2508A/KH2516A KVM switch is a control unit that allows IT administrators to access and control multiple computers from two PS/2 or USB KVM (keyboard, monitor, and mouse) consoles. Operators working at up to two consoles can independently and simultaneously take control of up to 8 (KH2508A), or 16 (KH2516A) computers. By daisy chaining up to 31 additional switches, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console. An auto-sensing fu
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Features and Benefits The features and benefits provided by a KH2508A / KH2516A deployment are described in the following table: Features Benefits Two Consoles Control Two KVM consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 8 or 16 directly connected computers. Scalability By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH2508A / KH2516A switches, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console. Easy Installation Setting up the KH2508A / K
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Chapter 1. Introduction Features Benefits Auto Scanning and Auto scanning provides hands-free monitoring of selected Broadcast Mode devices at variable rates. Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers – allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously Superior Video Quality Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60hz for up to 40 meters, and 1280x1024@75hz for up to 50 meters with the new AT
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Requirements Consoles A VGA, SVGA, or multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation A PS/2 or USB mouse A PS/2 or USB keyboard Computers The following equipment must be installed on the computers that connect to the KH2508A or KH2516A KVM ports: A VGA, SVGA or multisync port A Type A USB port and USB host controller (for USB KVM adapter cable connection, see following section) - or - 6-pin Min
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Chapter 1. Introduction KVM Adapter Cables Cat 5e/6 cable is required to connect the KH2508A / KH2516A to one of the KVM adapter cables. The following KVM adapter cables are required for use with the KH2508A / KH2516A: Function Module Connect to devices with PS/2 ports KA7920 / KA7520 / KA7120 KA9520 / KA9120 Connect to devices with USB ports KA7970 / KA7570 / KA7170 KA9570 / KA9170 Connect to Sun Legacy systems (with 13W3 port) KA9130 / KA7130 Connect to Sun USB systems KA9170 / KA7170 C
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Components Front View KH2508A 1&2 3 4 5 6 78 KH2516A 1&2 3 4 5 6 78 6
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Chapter 1. Introduction No. Component Description 1 Port Selection Press a pushbutton to give the KVM focus to the computer Pushbuttons attached to its corresponding port. Simultaneously pressing Pushbuttons 1 and 2 for 3 seconds performs a keyboard and mouse reset. Simultaneously pressing Pushbuttons 7 and 8 of the KH2508A or Buttons 15 and 16 of the KH2516A starts Auto Scan mode (see F7: SCAN, page 36, for auto scan details). 2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection
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KH2508A / KH2516A User Manual Rear View KH2508A 12 3 45 6 7 KH2516A 12 3 45 6 7 8
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Chapter 1. Introduction No. Component Description 1 Power Socket The power cord to the AC source plugs in here. 2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the KH2508A / KH2516A on and off. 3 Daisy Chain When daisy chaining units (see Daisy Chaining, page 17), Ports the daisy chain cables plug in here. The port on the left is the Chain In port; the port on the right is the Chain Out port. 4 Grounding The wire used to ground the unit connects here. Terminal 5Console 1 The KH25
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