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APRIL 2003
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SERVSWITCH™ FAMILY Welcome to the ServSwitch™ Family! Thank you for purchasing a BLACK BOX® ServSelect II! We appreciate your business, and we think you ll appreciate the many ways that your new ServSelect II will save you money, time, and effort. That s because our ServSwitch family is all about breaking away from the traditional, expensive model of computer management. You know, the one-size-fits-all-even-if-it- doesn t model that says, “One computer gets one user station, no more, no les
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. This equipment has also been found to comply with European standards EN50082 and EN60950. Japanese Compliance Statement Other Agency Approvals UL 1950, CSA C22. 2 No. 950, IEC 950 Republic of Korea EMI Standard Certificate Number: E-F900-01-2012 (A) TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser
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NOM STATEMENT 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos líquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orifi cios de ventilación. 18. Servicio por personal califi cado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su c
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE Contents 1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 2. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 2.1 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 2.2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS 1. Specifications During the course of this product s lifetime, modifications might be made to its hardware or firmware that could cause these specifications to change without notice. Agency Approvals EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-3, FCC15 Class A, VCCI Class A, IEC950, EN60950, UL 1950/60950 third edition, CSA C22.2 No. 950 Server Ports Number 16 Interface Types PS/2, Sun and USB SAM modules Connectors RJ-45 Sync Types Separate horizontal and ver
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE 2. Introduction 2.1 Features and Benefits The multiuser, 16-port ServSelect II integrates the Black Box 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 ServSelect II KVM switch conveniently supports all major server platforms and features powerful on-screen management for easy system configuration and serv
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CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION OSD graphical user interface A ServSelect II switch uses the OSD, which features intuitive menus to configure your switch system and select computers. Computers can be identified by unique name, EID or port number, allowing you to assign unique server names. Security The OSD allows you to protect your system with a screen saver password. After a user-defined time, the screen saver mode engages and access is prohibited until the appropriate password is entered to rea
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE Switch SAM Adaptor Rack of SAM Adaptor Servers Switch Rack of Servers Analog Connection ServSelect II Analog Connection Figure 2-2. Example ServSelect II Configuration 2.2 Safety Precautions To avoid potential video and/or keyboard problems when using these products: • If the building has 3-phase AC power, ensure that the computer and monitor are on the same phase. For best results, they should be on the same circuit. • Use only BLACK BOX-supplied
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CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION Rack mount safety considerations • Elevated Ambient Temperature: If the equipment is 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 equipment. • Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of airfl ow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. • Mechanical Loadi
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE 3. Installation 3.1 Getting Started Before installing your ServSelect II appliance, 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 ServSelect II • ServSelect II unit • Power cord • One null modem serial cable • ServSelect II Installer/User Guide • ServSelect II Quick Installation Guide • Rack mounting kit Additional items needed One SAM
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION Figure 3-1. ServSelect II Horizontal Installation To install the 1U switch mounting bracket: 1. Remove the fi rst two screws on each side. 2. Line up the holes in the “long side” of the kit s side brackets with the screw holes in the switch. 3. With a Phillips screwdriver, fasten the mounting brackets to the switch using two screws on each side. 4. Attach four cage nuts or clip nuts to the rack mounting fl ange of the rack cabinet so that the nut is positioned on
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE 3.3 Installing the ServSelect II Plug the supplied power cord into the back of the appliance and then into an appropriate power source. Figure 3-2 illustrates one possible configuration for your ServSelect appliance. See the following detailed set of procedures to successfully install your appliance. Analog User B Configuration Port for updating firmware ServSelect II Appliance 1357 9 11 13 15 2468 10 12 14 16 Currently Not Used Servers 2-16 Analog U
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION To connect an SAM to each server: 1. Locate the SAM for your ServSelect II unit. 2. Attach the appropriately color-coded cable ends to the keyboard, monitor and mouse ports on the fi rst server you will be connecting to the unit. 3. Attach one end of the CAT 5 cabling that will run between your SAM and ServSelect II unit to the RJ45 connector on the SAM. 4. Connect the other end of the CAT 5 cable to the desired ARI port on the back of your ServSelect II unit. 5.
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE 4. Basic Operations 4.1 Controlling Your System at the Analog Ports The ServSelect II features two analog port sets on the back of the unit that allow you to connect a monitor and a PS/2 keyboard and mouse for direct analog access. The appliance uses the OSD, which provides intuitive menus to configure your system and select computers. 4.2 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers Use the OSD Main dialog box to view, configure and control servers in the Serv
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CHAPTER 4: BASIC OPERATIONS Viewing the status of your appliance The status of the servers in your system is indicated in the right columns of the Main dialog box. The following table describes the status symbols. OSD Status Symbols Symbol Description SAM is online (green circle). SAM is offl ine or is not operating properly. Connected switch is online. Connected switch is offl ine or is not operating properly. SAM is being upgraded (yellow circle). SAM is being accessed by the indicated user
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SERVSELECT II™ INSTALLER/USER GUIDE Soft switching Soft switching is the ability to switch servers using a hotkey sequence. You can soft switch to a server by pressing Print Screen and then typing the first few characters of its name or number. If you have set a Screen Delay Time and you press the key sequences before that time has elapsed, the OSD will not display. To confi gure servers for soft switching: 1. Press Print Screen to launch the OSD. The Main dialog box appears. 2. Click Setup
