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User Manual
CL-1200
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cl1200_v2.book Page ii Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 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 equi
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cl1200_v2.book Page iii Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of the manufacturer's software
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cl1200_v2.book Page iv Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water. Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers. The device cabinet is provided with sl
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cl1200_v2.book Page v Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, observe the following guidelines: Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply. Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply. If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system b
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cl1200_v2.book Page vi Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack
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cl1200_v2.book Page vii Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Package Contents Basic Package The basic CL-1200 package consists of: 1 CL-1200 KVM Console with Standard Rack Mounting Kit 1 Custom KVM Cable Sets 1Power Cord 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the following may be included in your package: Standard Rack Mounting Kit - Long Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Short Ea
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cl1200_v2.book Page ix Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Contents FCC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
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cl1200_v2.book Page x Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Appendix Optional Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 x
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cl1200_v2.book Page xi Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your c/c 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 CL-1200 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described. Chapter 2, Installa
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cl1200_v2.book Page xii Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 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 invo
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cl1200_v2.book Page 1 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM Chapter 1. Introduction Overview The CL-1200 is a KVM console module featuring an integrated 15" or 17" LCD panel, full keyboard, and touchpad in a 1U, rack-mountable, Slideaway™ housing. It was developed in response to the enormous popularity of the Slideaway™ console found on the CL-1208 and CL-1216 KVM switches. The CL-1208 / CL-1216 models are made up of two major modules: the front-end Slideaway™ KVM Console module, and the back-e
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cl1200_v2.book Page 2 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Features Integrated KVM console with 15"or 17" LCD monitor - in a Slideaway™ housing Slideaway™ housing is less than 1U - with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high system rack Supports an external console No software required - convenient computer selection via Hotkeys High video resolution: Up to 1024 x 768 @75Hz (15" LCD) Up to 1280 x 1024 @75Hz (17" LCD) Supports DDC, DDC2, DDC2B OS Su
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cl1200_v2.book Page 3 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM 1. Introduction Hardware Requirements Computers The CL-1200 supports most Master View KVM switches that have PS/2 console port connectors. If you are unsure whether your switch is supported or not, check with your dealer or call Aten Customer Service. The integrated LCD monitor's maximum resolution is 1024 x 768 @75Hz (15"), or 1280 x 1024 @75Hz (17"). Make sure that none of the computer's resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor's
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cl1200_v2.book Page 4 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual Components Front View 2 1 3 2 4 5 6 9 10 7 8 No. Component Description 1 Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in. 2 Slide Release In order to slide the console out, you must first release it by moving this tab sideways. See p. 11 for details on sliding the console in and out. 3 LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out, flip up the cover to access the LCD monitor. 4 LCD Controls The LCD
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cl1200_v2.book Page 5 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM 1. Introduction Rear View 1 2 3 4 No. Component Description 1 Power Socket This is a standard 3 prong AC power socket. The power cord from your AC source plugs in here. 2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit On and Off. 3 External Console For flexibility and convenience, the CL-1200 supports an Section independent, external, KVM console. The external console's keyboard, monitor, and mouse plug in here. Cho
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cl1200_v2.book Page 7 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM Chapter 2. Installation Before you Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page iv. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL-1200. Th
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cl1200_v2.book Page 8 Friday, March 10, 2006 1:43 PM CL-1200 User Manual To rack mount the switch, do the following: 1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the second person - using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit - loosely screws the front brackets to the rack. 2. While the first person still holds the switch in place, the second person slides the L brackets into the switch's side mounting brackets, from the rear until the bracket flang
