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Cat 5 High-Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual www.aten.com.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual ii FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which cas e the user may be required to tak e adequate measures.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual iii User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International – http ://support.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual iv Package Content s The KL1508 / KL1516 package consists of: 1 KL1508 or KL1516 Cat 5 High-Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mount K it 1 Firmware Upgrad.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual v Content s FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual vi Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 The LCD Buttons.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual vii Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Performing the Upgrade .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual viii About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get th e most from your KL1508 / KL1516 system. It covers all aspects of installatio n, configuration and operation. An overview of th e information found in the manual is provided below.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual ix Conventions This manual uses the following conv entions: Product Information For information abou t all of ALTUSEN's products and how they can help you connect without limi ts, visit ALTUSEN on the web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller.
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1 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KL1508 / KL1 516 series of Cat 5 Dual Rail LCD KV M Switches are control units that allow access to mul tiple computers from a single KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse), console. A single KL1508 / KL1516 can control up to 8 or 16 computers, respectively.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 2 Your KL1508 / KL1516 investment is protected by an included Fi rmware Upgrade Utility . You can stay current with the latest improvements in functionality by dow nloading firmware updat e files from our website, and using the utility to quickly and conveniently install th em.
Chapter 1. Introduction 3 Features KVM console with 17"or 19" LCD mon itor in a sliding housing wi th top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high rack Dual Rail operat.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 4 Broadcast support – com mands from the keyb oard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation Standard 105-key keyboard; Mac and Sun keyboard.
Chapter 1. Introduction 5 Cables KVM Adapter Cables Cat 5 (or higher) cable is required to connect t he KL1508 / KL1516 to one of the KVM Adapter Cables (see Single Stage Installation , page 14).
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 6 Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: OS Ve r s i o n Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX AIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 3.
Chapter 1. Introduction 7 Component s KL1508 / KL1516 Front V iew No. Component Description 1 Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide the module in. See Opening the Console , page 19, for details on sliding the console in and out.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 8 Keyboard Module No. Component Descript ion 1 Keyboard S tandard 105-key keyboard 2 T ouchp ad S tandard mouse touchpad 3 Port Selection Area The LED displays the port number of the computer that has the KVM focus. The left button shifts the KVM focus down a port (3 → 2, 2 → 1, etc.
Chapter 1. Introduction 9 LCD Module No. Component Description 1 LCD Display T o access the LCD monitor , slide the LCD module out and flip up the cover . See Opening the Console , page 19, for details on sliding the LCD module out. 2 LCD Controls These buttons control the position and picture settings of the LCD display .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 10 Rear V iew KL1508 KL1516 No. Component Description 1 Power Socket 2 Power Switch 3 Daisy Chain Port When Daisy Chaining Units (see Daisy Chaining , page 17), the daisy chain cable plugs in here.
11 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Before you Begin 1. Important safety in formation rega rding the placement of this device is provid ed on page 65. Please review it bef ore proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up has been turned off.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 12 St andard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit i s provided with your KL1508 / KL1 516. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42–77 cm. Note: It takes two people to mount the swit ch: one to hold it in place, the other to screw it in.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup 13 2. While the first person st ill holds th e switch in place, the second person slides the L brackets into the switch 's side mounting brackets, from the rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack, then—using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit— screws the L brackets to the rack.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 14 Single St age Inst allation In a Single Stage installation, there ar e no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup 15 Single S t age Inst allation Diagram 4 3 1 2 2 b y A TEN PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 LIN K.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 16 KVM Adapter Cable Inst allation Diagram KA9520 b y A TEN PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 LIN K KA9570 b y A TEN PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO. KA9120 LIN K KA9130 b y A TEN PS/2 CPU MODUL E MODEL NO.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup 17 Daisy Chaining To control even more computers, up to 31 additional compatible KVM switches can be daisy chained down from th e KL1508 / KL1516.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 18 Daisy Chain Inst allation Diagram KL1516 KH1516 KH1516.
19 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Opening the Console The KL1508 / KL1516's console consists of two mod ules: An LCD display module located under the top cover; and a keyboard / touchpad modul e below the LCD module. The modules can either slide together, or indepen dently.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 20 2. Pull the top panel all the way out until it clicks into place. 3. Rotate the top panel all the wa y back to expose the LCD screen.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation 21 4. Reach underneath and pul l the keyboard module all the way out until it clicks into place. Opening T ogether Refer to the d iagrams in th e Opening Separately section as you do the following: 1. Pull the release catch and pull the top an d bottom panels o ut until the keyboard module clicks into pl ace.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 22 Operating Precautions RIGHT Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work. WRONG! DO NOT lean your body weight on the keyboard module. DO NOT place heavy objects on the keyboard module. The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation 23 Closing the Console 1. Pull the release catches located on either side of the keyb oard toward you to release the keyboard module, then slide the module slight ly in. 2. Let go of the catches. Using the front handle, push the keyboard module all the way in.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 24 3. Rotate the LCD m odule all the way down, then pull the rear catches to release the LCD module. 4. Using the front handle, push the module all the way in.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation 25 LCD OSD Configuration The LCD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up an d configure the LCD d isplay. Four buttons (see LCD Controls , page 9) are used to perf orm the .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 26 The Adjustment Settings An explanation of th e LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the ta ble below: Setting Explanation Brightness Adjusts the background black level of the screen image. Contrast Adjust s the foreground white level of the screen image.
Chapter 3. Basic Operation 27 Port Selection The KL1508 / KL1516 provides three po rt selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual , an OSD (On Screen Display) menu system, and Hotkeys. OSD Op eration is discussed in th e next chapter; Hotkey Port Selection is discussed in Chapter 5.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 28 Powering Off and Rest arting If it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the units, unplug its power cable from the rear panel. Before starting it back up you must do the follo wing: 1. Shut down all the comput ers that are attached to it.
29 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD) is a m enu-driven method to handl e control and switching operati ons. All procedures start from the OSD Main Menu. To invoke the OSD Main Menu, tap the OSD ke y on the keyboard (see Dedicated Invocation Keys , page 79 ), or tap the [Scroll L ock] key twice.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 30 When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears: Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administra tor's Main Screen. The User Main Screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions, since these are reserved for the Administrator and can't be accessed by ordinary Users.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 31 OSD Navigation T o dismiss the menu, and d eactivate the OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD W indow or press Esc . T o Logout click F8 or the Z Z Z symbol at the top of the Main Screen, or press [F8].
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 32 OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure an d control the OSD. For example, you can rapidly switch to any port, scan selected ports only , limit the list you wish to view, designate a port as a Quick View Port, create or edit a port name, or make OSD setting adjustments.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 33 F2 LIST This function le ts you broaden or narr ow the scope of which ports th e OSD displays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many of the OSD function s only operate on the computers currently selected for Listing on the Main Screen with this function.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 34 F3 SET This function allows the Administrator an d each User to set up an individual working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the Username prov ided during Login.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 35 (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function PORT ID DISPLA Y MODE Selects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alone ( PORT NUMBER ); the Port Name alone ( PORT NAME ); or the Por t Number plus the Port Name ( PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME ) .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 36 F4 ADM F4 is an Administrator only fun ction. It allows the A dministrator to con figure and control the overall oper ation of the OSD. To change a setting Double Click it; or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to m ove the highlight bar to it , then press [Enter].
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 37 (Continued from previous page.) (continues on next page) Setting Function EDIT PORT NAMES T o help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This function allows the Administrator to create, modify , or delete port names.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 38 (F4 ADM continued) (continues on next page) Setting Function SET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the Administrator select which Ports to include as Quick View por ts. T o select/deselect a port as a Qu ick View Port, use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it , then press the [S pacebar].
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 39 (Continued from previous page.) (F4 ADM continued) Setting Function SET OPERA TING SYSTEM S pecifies the operating platform of the computer attached to each port. For each port, press the [Sp acebar] to cycle through the choices (PC, Mac, Sun, and Other).
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 40 F5 SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forw ard, switching the console focus from the cu rrently active KVM Port to the previous or next available one.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 41 F6 BRC F6 is an Administrator only function. When this function is in effect, commands sent from the console are br oadcast to all available computers on the installation.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 42 F7 SCAN This function automatically switches am ong the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monito r their activity without having to tak e the trouble of switching manu ally.
Chapter 4. OSD Operation 43 F8 LOUT Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8], logs y ou out of the OSD and blanks the Console screen. This is different from simply deactivatin g the OSD when you are at the Main Screen by pressing [Esc].
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45 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 46 When Hotkey Mode is active: The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in s uccession to indicate so. They stop flashing and revert to norm al status when you exit Hotkey Mode. A Command Line appears on the m onitor screen.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation 47 Auto Scanning Auto Scan automatically switches amo ng all the active KVM ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User at regu lar intervals, allowing him to monitor their activity automatically. (See SCAN/SKIP MODE , page 35.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 48 Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in o rder to monitor t hem manually. You can dwell on a particul ar port for as long or as little as you like—as opposed to Auto Scannin g, whic h automatically switches after a fixed interval.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation 49 Hotkey Configuration Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation ke ys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alte rnate Hotkey Invocation set, do the following: 1.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 50 Plat form Setup The KL1508 / KL1516's default port setti ngs are for a PC Compatible operating platform. You can modify the platform setting for each port by bringing the KVM focus to the port you want to change and using the hotkey combinations shown in the table below.
Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation 51 Hotkey Summary T able [Num Lock] + [-] [Port ID] [Enter] or [Ctrl] + [F12] [Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID. [Num Lock] + [-] [A] or [Ctrl] + [F12] [A] Invokes Auto Scan Mode.
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53 Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emu late the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl), then press and release the activation key .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 54 Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emul ate the functions of the Sun keyboard when t he Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding function s are shown in the table below.
55 Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Utility As new firmware revisions become available for the KL150 8 / KL1516, firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site. The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provide s a smooth, automated process for upgrading th e KVM switch's firmware.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 56 Note: On a daisy chained installation, conn ect the cable to the First Station (Master) unit. The chained stations (Slaves) will r eceive the upgrade via the daisy chain cables. 4. Shut down all of the computers - but not the Stations - on your KVM installation.
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade 57 3. Click Next . The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: The Utility inspects your installation. All th e devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. (Continues on next page.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 58 (Continued from previous page.) 4. After you have made you r selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmwar e V ersion , the Utility compares the device's firmware level with that of the upg rade files.
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade 59 Upgrade Succeede d: After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmwa re Upgrade Utility. Upgrade Fail ed: If the upgrade failed to complete succe ssfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 60 Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically four conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When the unit’ s firmware becomes corr upted for some reason and you are unable to operate it.
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade 61 Adapter Cable Upgrade Introduction The firmware for the KA9520, KA9570, and KA9130 KVM Adapter Cables can also be upgraded. As new versions of the firmware become available, they can be downloaded from our Website. Check the Website regularly to find the latest information and firmware upgrade packages.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 62 Performing the Upgrade St arting the Upgrad e: To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file - either by double clicking the file icon, o r by opening a command line and keying in th e full path to it.
Chapter 7. Firmware Upgrade 63 Upgrade Succeede d: After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmwa re Upgrade Utility. Note: At the completion of the upgrad e the KL1508 / KL151 6 restarts.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 64 Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically four conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When the unit’ s firmware becomes corr upted for some reason and you are unable to operate it.
65 Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the dev ice. Do not place the device on any unstable su rf ace (cart, stand, table, etc.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 66 T o help protect y our system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power , use a su rge suppressor , line conditioner , or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Position system cables and power cable s carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.
Appendix 67 Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, ma ke sure that the stabilizer s are secured to the rack, extended to the floor , and that the full w eight of the rack rests on the floor . Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple ra cks before work ing on the rack.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 68 T echnical Support International North America When you contact u s, please have the followin g information ready beforehand: Product model number, serial number , and date of purchase. Y our computer configuration, incl uding operating system, revision level , expansion cards, and software.
Appendix 69 Connection T ables The following tables indicate the relati onship between the number of cascaded KVM switches and the number of com puters that they control on a daisy chained installation. A li st of compatible KVM switches is provided on page 79.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 70 KL1516 – 8-Port Switches KL1516 – 16-Port Switches MVs Computers MVs Comput ers MVs Computers MVs Computers 1 1–16 9 73–80 17 137–144 25 201–208 2 17–24 10.
Appendix 71 Specifications KL1508M / KL1508N (Table continues on next page.) Function KL1508M KL1508N Computer Connections Direct 8 Max 504 (via 16-level Daisy Chain) Port Selection OSD; Hotkey; Pushb.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 72 (Continued from previous page.) KL1516M / KL1516N Function KL1508M KL1508N Emulation Keyboard / Mouse PS/2; USB (PC, Mac, Sun); Serial Video 1280 x 1024 @ 7 5 Hz; DDC2B Scan Interval (OSD Select ) 1–255 secs.
Appendix 73 (Continued from previous page.) Function KL1516M KL1516N LEDs On Line 16 (Green) Selected Stat ion ID 2 x 7 Segment (Y ellow) Port ID 2 x 7 Segment (Y ellow) Power 1 (Blue) LCD Power 1 (Or.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 74 OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default se ttings are as follows: Setting Default OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Port ID Display Position Upper Left Cor.
Appendix 75 Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an Admini strator login (because the Username and Password information has become corrupted, or you have forgotte n it, for example), you can clear the login info rmation with the following procedure: 1.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 76 Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibi lity, three optional rack moun ting kits are available as shown in the following table: To install the long bracket st.
Appendix 77 2. Attach the left and right easy-installation moun ting rails to the inside of the rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 78 3. Slide the switch onto the support fla nges. Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack (only tighten the screws part way).
Appendix 79 5. Slide the switch open and closed a coupl e of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly . (See Opening the Console , page 19, for opening and closing procedures.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 80 T roubleshooting General Problem Solution Keyboard and/or mouse do not work after computer boots up. For computers with PS/2 connectors, if you are using 2L- 520xP cables, make sure that all the connectors (keyboard, video, and mou se) are plugged int o their ports on the computer before starting the computer .
Appendix 81 Sun Systems * These solutions work fo r most common Sun VGA cards. If these procedures fail to resolve the problem, consult the manual for the Sun VGA card. Problem Solution Video display problems with HDB-15 interface systems (e.g. Sun Blade 1000 servers).
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 82 Screen Resolutions Higher than 1280 x 1024 The maximum screen resolutio n of th e KL1508 / KL1516’s integrated LCD monitor is 1 280 x 1024.
Appendix 83 10. If the Monitor Settings dialog box appears reques ting you to confirm the settings change, click Ye s . 1 1. After the Monitor Settings dialo g box closes, click OK. 12. In the Display Properties dialog box, click OK. This completes the procedure.
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 84 Limited W arranty ALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the da te of purchase. If this pr oduct proves to be defective, contact ALTUSEN 's support department for repair or replacement of your unit.
85 Index A Alternate Hotkey Keys, 49 Alternate OSD Keys, 49 Auto Scanning, 35, 47 Invoking Auto Scan, 47 Pausing Auto Scan, 47 Setting the Scan Interval, 47 Stopping, 47 B Basic Operation, 19 Beeper, .
KL1508 / KL1516 User Manual 86 L LCD OSD Adjustment Settings, 26 Buttons, 25 Configuration, 25 O Online Registration, iii Openin g the Consol e, 19 Operating Precautions, 22 OSD Factory Default Settin.
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