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The modular LINDY KVM Switch CAT-32 IP
The KVM Switch CAT-32 IP provides 32 Cat.5/6 KVM server ports
supporting both USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse connections via
dedicated USB or PS/2 Cat.5 Computer Modules.
This KVM switch incorporates a modular concept design which allows
for dual console access. The local console port allows direct access
KVM Switch CAT-32 IP
whilst a second console option permits remote access via a remote
KVM over IP module installed in a slot lo
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Contents Section 1..................................................................................3 1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................ 4 1.2 CAT-32 with IP access module .......................................................... 5 1.3 KVM compatibility with other series KVM switches ............................ 5 1.4 Product Features .....................................................................
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Section 1 Introducing the CAT-32 IP Section 1 Introducing the CAT-32 IP 1.1. Introduction 1.2. CAT-32 with IP access module Thank you for purchasing this LINDY KVM Switch. Please read this manual carefully to fully KVM over IP technology allows a simple web browser interface to be used to access the switch understand the functions and features that the switch offers. and the connected computers via a local area network (LAN) or, when connected to a wide area network (WAN),
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Section 1 Introducing the CAT-32 IP Section 1 Introducing the CAT-32 IP 1.4. Product Features 1.5. Package Contents No. 39632, (1) KVM Switch CAT-32 32 UTP Cat.5/6 server ports in a narrow 1U, 19” rack mount design (2) Firmware upgrade cable Dual console operation option: Local console connected by PS/2 and VGA plus a remote (3) Daisy Chain cable (4) Power Adapter access slot for optional KVM over IP module (5) 19" Rackmount Kit Compatible with all commonly used o
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Section 2 Hardware Installation 2.1. Hardware Installation Guide Before you start please verify that all parts are included according to the package contents listed previously. Please prepare the required amount of KVM Computer Access Modules and UTP cables to connect to your computers/servers. If you want to install the KVM Switch in a 19” server rack please attach the enclosed 19” rack Section 2 mount brackets using the screws provided. If you intend to install the
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Section 3 KVM Switch Operation 3.1. KVM Switch Operation Please Note: Your monitor will only display one computer signal at any one time. All keyboard and mouse commands are sent to this computer as shown on the monitor. When the computer connected to the currently selected port is not switched on, or is in sleep mode, the monitor will not display any signal. Section 3 3.1.1. Password Security The KVM Switch CAT-32 IP has a single user password protection wit
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Section 3 KVM Switch Operation Section 3 KVM Switch Operation 3.1.3. Computer / Port Selection 3.3. On Screen Display Menu (OSD) You can select the computer you want to access in one of two different ways: The On Screen Display menu provides a lot of information about the switch configuration and the attached computers, and offers advanced administration and full KVM Switch control to the Keyboard hotkey selection user. On screen display menu selection
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Section 3 KVM Switch Operation Status Menu This status page shows information for all Section 4 daisy chained KVM Switches: Firmware version, KVM Switch PCB model and max. Intentionally left empty number of ports. Select one bank and press Enter to access the status pages of the Cat.5 For future use computer modules connected to that KVM Switch. Computer Module Status Submenu Use this page to check the firmware version of the Cat.5 Computer Modules attached to
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation 5.0.1. KVM over IP Access Features 5.1. Configuration The IP access module provides remote KVM over IP access to the KVM switch CAT-32. It The CAT-32 IP’s communication interfaces Parameter Value converts all keyboard video and mouse signals and sends t
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Authentication 5.2 CAT-32 IP Setup Tool To adjust the authentication settings, enter your login as a super user and change your MAC Address Detection password. Connect the CAT-32 IP to your computer either via a local network, or via USB. If you
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Host System Mouse Settings 5.3. Keyboard, Mouse and Video Configuration The host's operating system obtains various settings from the mouse driver. Between the CAT-32 IP and the host, there are two interfaces available for transmitting Note: The foll
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation 5.4. Usage 5.5. Logging In Prerequisites Login to the CAT-32 IP Launch your web browser. Direct it to the address of your CAT-32 IP which you configured The CAT-32 IP features an embedded operating system offering a variety of standardized during t
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation The Remote Console is the redirected screen, keyboard and mouse of the remote host system 5.6. Navigation that the CAT-32 IP switch controls. Selecting this button opens the Remote Console Main Window. Once logged into the CAT-32 IP successfully, the mai
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Note: Your local keyboard changes its keyboard layout according to the remote host system. If you use a German administration system and your host system uses a US English keyboard Options layout for instance, some special keys on the German keyboard will n
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Video Settings through the remote console: Undo Changes Restore last settings Soft Keyboard Opens up the sub-menu for the Soft-Keyboard: Show Pops up the Soft-Keyboard. The Soft-Keyboard is necessary in case your host system runs a complete
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Remote Console Status Line 5.7. Menu Options Technological progress Status line The KVM over IP Module and its software and firmware are subject to technological Shows both console and the connection state. The size of the remote screen is displayed. Th
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation The following list shows the command mode syntax and usage. Telnet Console Help Displays the list of possible commands Cls Clears the screen Quit Exits the current session and disconnects from the client Version Displays the re
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Windows 5.7.2 . Virtual Media Windows users should use the tool, RawWrite for Windows, which is included on the supplied CD. One of the computers connected to the CAT-32 IP can also be set up for remote mass storage via a USB connection. Files can be
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Windows Create a CD-ROM/ISO Image To create the image file, use your favorite CD imaging tool. Copy the whole contents of the disc into one single image file on your hard disk. For example, with ‘Nero’ choose ‘Copy and Backup’. Then, navigate to the
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Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation Section 5 IP Access Configuration & Operation 7. You will see the dialog below detailing the active image: Drive Redirection 8. Click Reactivate. Access the console window and you will see that another CD drive has The Drive Redirection feature allows the host system to access the CD-Rom
