Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto NetCommander B072-008-1 del fabbricante Tripp Lite
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Owner’ s Man ual Note: Follow these instructions and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to prevent damage to this unit or to its connected devices. Copyright © 2006 T ripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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3 Features • Access and control multiple multi-platform computers from a single console • Hot-swappable: disconnect and reconnect computers without rebooting • Auto-scan: with variable time inte.
4 Configuration Figure 1 illustrates the basic configuration of the KVM system. Figur e 1 The KVM system configuration Figure 2 shows the front of the 16 port KVM (Model B072-016-1). The 8 port version (model B072-008-1) is the same but with only 8 sets of LEDs.
5 Installation • Switch off all computers • Ensure that the cables are not close to any sources of electrical noise interference such as fluorescent lights, HV AC systems or motors • Ensure that the distance between any computer and the KVM switch does not exceed 33 ft.
6 Figur e 5 NetCommander PS/2 Server Interface Unit Connecting a NetCommander USB Server Interface Unit (B078-001-USB) The USB Server Interface Unit supports W indows 98 SE and later, MAC, SUN and SGI. T o connect the USB Server Interface Unit: 1. Connect the VGA connector to the computer's V ideo card.
7 1. Plug in the KVM. Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. 2. Switch ON the computers. T o reset the KVM switch, press both Select buttons on the front panel simultaneously .
8 T o cascade two or more NetCommander KVM switches, follow the connections in the figure below . Setting the different OSD display hotkeys is explained on page 1 1.
9 Operation (continued) T o invoke the OSD: Press and release the [Shift] key twice. The OSD Main window appears. See Figure 9. Lines with blue text show active computers. Lines with grey text show inactive computers. The T ype column indicates whether a computer “C” or another KVM switch “S” is connected to the port.
10 Operation (continued) General Settings W ith the highlight line on the word GENERAL, press [Enter] . The General Settings window appears (see Figure 1 1). Figur e 1 1 The General Settings window From this screen you can do the following: Security The OSD offers an advanced password security system made up of three dif ferent security levels.
11 Operation (continued) F7 Defaults Changing the OSD hotkey By pressing [Shift] , [Shift] the OSD appears. Y ou can replace [Shift] , [Shift] with any of the following: • [Ctrl] , [Ctrl] • [Ctrl] , [F1 1] • [Print Screen] T o change the hotkey: 1.
12 Operation (continued) P orts Settings In the Settings window , go to the Ports line and press [Enter] . The Ports settings window opens (see Figure 12). Figur e 12 Ports Settings window Editing the computer name Use this window to edit the computer names (maximum of 15 characters).
13 Operation (continued) Time Settings In the Settings window navigate to the T ime line and press [Enter] . The T ime settings window appears )see Figure 13). Figur e 13 T ime settings window Scan (SCN) - Label (LBL) - T ime out (T/O) SCN - Sets the scan period.
14 Operation (continued) There are three different access levels. These are: • Y - Full access to a particular computer . Plus access to the F4 , F5 and F6 OSD functions • V -V iew access only , t.
15 Operation (continued) Y ou can adjust the scan time in the T ime Settings window (see Figure 13). T o activate scanning: 1. Press the [Shift] key twice to activate the OSD. 2. Press the [F4] key . Each active computer will be displayed in sequence.
16 Software W ith the NetCommander KVM Update software program you can upgrade the firmware for the: • OSD • Manager • Server Interface Units KVM Update enables you to add new features and take advantage of product improvements in a quick and efficient manner .
17 Software (continued) 1. Start the KVM Update software. The KVM Update window appears (see Figure 17). Star ting and Configuring the KVM Update Figur e 17 The KVM Switch Update window The table below explains the functions of the buttons and boxes in the KVM Switch Update window .
18 Software (continued) 3. Choose an available Com Port and click OK. Note! The RS232 Serial cable must be connected to the selected Serial port. Before upgrading the firmware, you must first verify which firmware and hardware versions you have. The OSD version number T o verify the OSD version number: 1.
19 Software (continued) 2. In the KVM Switch Update window , check the appropriate option in the Switch Unit box or the desired Server Interface Unit. 3. From the File menu, choose Open . The Open box appears (see Figure 19). 4. Navigate to the folder that contains the firmware update file.
20 When using Firmware Update software you may at times get a Communication Error message. If a Communication Error message does appear during the update procedure, do the following: 1. Ensure that the RS232 Serial cable's RS232 connector is connected to the Switch's Communication port.
21 Specifications Operating Systems DOS, Windows (3X, 9X, 2000, NT4, ME, XP , 2003 Server) LINUX, UNIX, QNX, SGI, F reeBSD , BeOS, Open VMS, Nov ell 3.12-6, Alpha UNIX, HP UX, SUN Mouse PS/2, Wheel mouse, Intellimouse , 5-button mouse Resolution 1600x1200@75Hz T ransmission distance Up to 33 ft.
22 1-Y ear Limited W arranty TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. TRIPP LITE's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products.
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T ripp Lite W orld Headquar ters 1111 W . 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA (773) 869-1234, www .tripplite.com 20 0610072 93-2520 200610072 93-2520 B072 KVM series update.
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Se non hai ancora comprato il Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Tripp Lite NetCommander B072-008-1 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
