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HP IP Console Switch
User Guide
June 2003 (Second Edition)
Part Number 263924-002
HP CONFIDENTIAL
Writer: Amy L. Laffitte File Name: a-frnt.doc
Codename: Eagle Part Number: 263924-002 Last Saved On: 4/1/03 9:56 AM
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© 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. ® ® ® Microsoft , Windows , and Windows NT are U. S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® Energy Star is U.S. registered mark of the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for
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Contents About This Guide Audience Assumptions...................................................................................................... ix Important Safety Information............................................................................................ ix Symbols on Equipment ..................................................................................................... ix Rack Stability ............................................................................
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Contents Setting up Your Network.................................................................................................2-3 Rack Mounting the IP Console Switch............................................................................2-3 Using Side Mount 0U Installation.............................................................................2-4 Using Rear Rack Installation.....................................................................................2-8 Using Standard 1U
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Contents Assigning Server Names ............................................................................................... 6-10 Accessing the Names Dialog Box........................................................................... 6-10 Assigning Names to Servers ................................................................................... 6-11 Assigning Device Types................................................................................................ 6-12 Accessing D
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Contents Running System Diagnostics .........................................................................................6-35 Running Diagnostics Test .......................................................................................6-35 Resetting the PS/2 Mouse..............................................................................................6-40 Displaying Version Information ....................................................................................6-41 Chapt
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Contents Mouse Compliance Statement........................................................................................ A-4 European Union Notice.................................................................................................. A-5 Japanese Notice .............................................................................................................. A-6 BSMI Notice......................................................................................................
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About This Guide This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and upgrades for the HP IP Console Switch. Audience Assumptions This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots IP Console Switches. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels. Important Safety Information Before installing this
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About This Guide This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric shock hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this enclosure. Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to qualified personnel. This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The area contains no user- or field-serviceable parts. Do not open for any reason. WARNING: To reduce
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About This Guide Rack Stability WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that: • The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. • The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. • The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation. • The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations. • Only one component is extended at a time. A rack could become unstable if more than one component is exte
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About This Guide Related Documents For additional information on the topics covered in this guide, refer to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide. Getting Help If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you can get further information and other help in the following locations. Technical Support In North America, call the HP Technical Support Phone Center at 1-800-652-6672. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality imp
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About This Guide HP Website The HP website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash ROM images. You can access the HP website at www.hp.com. For product specific information, refer to the following website, http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/rack-options/kvm/index- console.html. Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest authorized reseller: • In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518. • In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868. • Else
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1 Overview The HP IP Console Switch combines analog and digital technology to provide flexible, centralized keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) control of data center servers. This solution provides enterprise customers with a significant reduction in cable volume, secure remote access, and high performance server KVM access. Each unit has 16 server ports (with RJ-45 connections) and provides optimal digital video performance with a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz, up to 15.24
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Overview Features The features of the IP Console Switch include: • Both local and IP KVM functionality • Support for up to 128 servers • Firmware flashable over serial port and NIC • Compatibility with HP video monitors and “hotkeys” on all HP keyboards, including the HP TFT5600RKM • Field-terminable CAT5 cables • Near real-time mouse/cursor speed • Multiple language support through programmable ROM SoftPaq—English, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Italian, and Japanese • Support for
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Overview Benefits The benefits of the IP Console Switch include: • Significant reduction of KVM cable volume by using an Interface Adapter and single unshielded twisted pair (UTP) CAT5 cabling • Facilitation of KVM access in higher server density environments because of an increase in the number of ports available • KVM access through network connection — No special software or drivers are required on the attached computers, including the host. — Users access the unit and all attached
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Overview IP Console Switch Components 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 100-240V , 1.0A, 50/60 Hz 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 T 2A, 250 VAC CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse. Figure 1-1: IP Console Switch components Item Description 1 Power connector 2 Power switch 3 Activity indicator 4 Serial download connector 5 Monitor connector for local user 6 Keyboard connector for local user 7 Mouse connector for local user
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100 - 240V , 1. 0A, 5 0/6 0 Hz 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 11 2 1 13 4 1 15 6 T 2A, 250 VAC CAUTI ON: For continued protection agai nst risk o f fire, replace onl y with same type and rating of fuse. Overview 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 Figure 1-2: Example of an IP Console Switch configuration Item Description 1 CPU 2 IP Console Switch 3 Interface Adapter 4 Network 5 Keyboard connector 6 Mouse connector 7 Video connector HP IP Console Switch User Guide 1-5 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy L. La
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2 Installing the IP Console Switch You must install the IP Console Viewer prior to using the IP Console Switch. The 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 connection. For more information, refer to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide included on the Rack Products Documentation CD. NOTE: The analog port does not require the
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Installing the IP Console Switch Installation Checklist Before installing the IP Console Switch, refer to the following lists to be sure that all of the listed components were received. Kit Contents • IP Console Switch • Power cords • Rack mounting kit • Download serial cable • Documentation kit • Firmware/software CD • CAT5 crossover cable Required Tool You need a Phillips screwdriver. Optional Items • Expansion Module • Interface Adapter • UTP CAT5 cable 2-2 HP IP Console S
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Installing the IP Console Switch Setting up Your Network The IP Console Switch system uses IP addresses to uniquely identify the console swtiches and computers running the IP Console Viewer. The IP Console Switch supports both BootP (a subset of DHCP) and static IP addressing. HP recommends that IP addresses be reserved for each unit and that they remain static while the console switches are connected to the network. Rack Mounting the IP Console Switch The IP Console Switch ships with ra
