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AutoView 2000
Installer/User Guide
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Guide d’installation et d’utilisation
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GARANTIE LIMITÉE Avocent Corporation garantit à l’acheteur initial que ce produit est et sera exempt de défaut de matériau et de fabrication pendant une période de 24 mois à compter de la date d’achat. INSTRUCTIONS De plus, tous les produits Avocent sont accompagnés d’une garantie inconditionnelle de satisfaction de trente This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and jours. Si, pour quelque raison que se soit, vous n’êtes pas satisfait des performances
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AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Avocent, the Avocent logo, The Power of Being There, AutoView and OSCAR are registered trademarks of Avocent Corporation or its affiliates. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. 2004 Avocent Corporation. All rights reserved. 590-284-116C
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USA Notification Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: 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. This equipment generat
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iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents List of Figures .................................................................................................................. v List of Tables..................................................................................................................vii Chapter 1: Product Overview.......................................................................................... 1 Features and Benefits ....................................................
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iv AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Appendices..................................................................................................................... 35 Appendix A: FLASH Upgrades........................................................................................................ 35 Appendix B: Technical Specifications ............................................................................................. 40 Appendix C: Technical Support...........................
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v LIST OF FIGURES List of Figures Figure 1.1: AutoView 2000 Switch ...................................................................................................1 Figure 1.2: Example of an AutoView 2000 Switch Configuration ....................................................3 Figure 2.1: AutoView 2000 Switch Horizontal Installation ............................................................. 6 Figure 2.2: Basic AutoView 2000 Switch Configuration .......................................
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vii LIST OF TABLES List of Tables Table 2.1: Legacy Switch Support ................................................................................................... 10 Table 3.1: OSCAR Interface Status Symbols ................................................................................... 14 Table 3.2: OSCAR Interface Navigation Basics............................................................................. 15 Table 3.3: Setup Features to Manage Routine Tasks for Your Servers.......
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1 CHAPTER Product Overview 1 Features and Benefits ® The multiuser, 16-port AutoView 2000 switch integrates Avocent field-proven analog keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) switching technology with advanced cable management, flexible access for two simultaneous users and a patented, next-generation user interface. The AutoView 2000 KVM switch conveniently supports all major server platforms and features powerful on-screen management for easy system configuration and server selection. A unique b
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2 AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Multiplatform support The AVRIQ modules available with the AutoView 2000 switch support PS/2, Sun™ and USB ® server environments. Using the OSCAR graphical user interface in conjunction with these modules allows you to switch easily across platforms. OSCAR graphical user interface An AutoView 2000 switch uses the OSCAR interface, which features intuitive menus to configure your switch system and select computers. Computers can be identified by uniqu
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Chapter 1: Product Overview 3 AutoView 2000 Switch (cascaded) Legacy Switch Rack of Servers (cascaded) AVRIQ Module Critical Server Analog Connection AutoView 2000 Switch (main) Analog Connection Figure 1.2: Example of an AutoView 2000 Switch Configuration Safety Precautions To avoid potential video and/or keyboard problems when using Avocent products: Ιf the building has 3-phase AC power, ensure that the computer and monitor are on the same phase. For best results, they should be
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4 AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Rack mount safety considerations Elevated Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed rack assembly, the operation temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Use care not to exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of the unit. Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. Mechanical Loading: M
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5 CHAPTER Installation 2 Getting Started Before installing your AutoView 2000 switch, refer to the following list to ensure you have all items that shipped with the appliance as well as other items necessary for proper installation. Supplied with the AutoView 2000 switch AutoView 2000 switch Power cord One null modem serial cable Rack mounting kit AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide AutoView 2000 Quick Installation Guide Additional items needed One AVRIQ module and UTP cabling per
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6 AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Figure 2.1: AutoView 2000 Switch Horizontal Installation CAUTION: Rack Loading - Overloading or uneven loading of racks may result in shelf or rack failure, causing damage to equipment and possible personal injury. Stabilize racks in a permanent location before loading begins. Mount components beginning at the bottom of the rack, then work to the top. Do not exceed your rack load rating. To install the 1U switch mounting bracket: 1. Remove the fir
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Chapter 2: Installation 7 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment - - Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. - Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times. - Disconnect the power from the unit by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical outlet or the unit. Analog User B Configuration Port (for updating firmware) AutoView 2000 Switch Se
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8 AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide 2. Attach the appropriately color-coded cable ends to the keyboard, monitor and mouse ports on the first server you will be connecting to the appliance. 3. Attach one end of the CAT 5 cabling that will run between your AVRIQ module and AutoView switch to the RJ-45 connector on the AVRIQ module. 4. Connect the other end of the CAT 5 cable to the desired ARI port on the back of your AutoView switch. 5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 for all servers you wish t
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Chapter 2: Installation 9 4. Attach the other end of the CAT 5 cable to one of the 16 RJ-45 (ARI) ports on the main AutoView 2000 switch. NOTE: The system will automatically “merge” the two switches together as one. All servers connected to the cascaded AutoView 2000 switch will display on the main AutoView 2000 server list in the OSCAR interface. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all additional (secondary) cascaded AutoView 2000 switches you wish to attach. Analog User A Analog User B Auto
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10 AutoView 2000 Installer/User Guide Adding Legacy Switches You can add legacy switches to the AutoView 2000 system for easy integration into your existing configuration. In a cascaded system, each ARI port will accommodate up to 24 servers. See the following table for legacy switches compatible with the AutoView 2000 switch system. Table 2.1: Legacy Switch Support Legacy Product Model Numbers OutLook ES switch 140ES, 180ES, 280ES, 1160ES, 2160ES, 4160ES AutoView switch AV200-4, AV200-
