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Enterprise Class
Multi-user Cat5 KVM
Switch over IP
SV1653DXI
SV3253DXI
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FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 reason- able protection
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Instruction Manual Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................................... 1 Features ......................................................................................1 Package Contents .......................................................................1 Required Cables and Hardware .................................................2 Installation ...............................................................
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Instruction Manual Network Config ............................................................................21 User Accounts .............................................................................23 System Ident................................................................................24 Security .......................................................................................26 Compatibility ................................................................................26 RA
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Instruction Manual Modem Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................55 About Security Certificate Warnings ...........................................55 Installing the new certificate ........................................................56 Built-in Terminal Emulation .......................................................... 58 How to find the Built-in Terminal Emulator ...................................58 Navigating the Menus .................................
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Instruction Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com Enterprise Class KVM. Using the Internet or your TCP/IP enabled network, you can now monitor and control critical PC servers and workstations, using an industry-standard Web browser or VNC client, from virtually any remote location. Features • Supports industry-standard networking and management protocols (e.g.TCP/IP and SNMP) • Offers secure management options including SSL encryption, SSH tunneling, and RADIUS a
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Instruction Manual Required Cables and Hardware Depending on your needs, you may need one or more of the following cables. Please note that the corresponding StarTech.com part numbers are listed in brackets: All applications: For connection to a LAN: 1 x Straight-through Ethernet patch cable (M45PATCHxxxx) DB9F to RJ45F Adapter (GC98FF, GC98MF) PS/2 Server Interface Module for Enterprise Series (SV5PS2M) USB Server Interface Module for Enterprise Series (SV5USBM) 2
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Instruction Manual Installation *SV1653DXI front panel *SV1653DXI rear panel To connect the KVM Remote Control Unit to the Host Computer and Network: 1. Using a Category 5 Ethernet patch cable, connect the LAN connector on the rear panel of the SVxx53DXI to a network data jack (usually on a hub, switch, router, or pre-wired wall jack). 2. Connect a standard PS/2 or USB keyboard to the Local Keyboard port on the rear panel of the SVxx53DXI. 3. Connect a standard PS/2 or U
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Instruction Manual Configuration SVxx53DXI offers four distinct methods for configuring the unit for your network. Which method will work best will depend on your level of experi- ence and your specific network configuration. Using the On-Screen Display Upon initial boot, you will require an administrative username and pass- word. By default, the username and password are both: admin. You will be given the opportunity to change the password (recommended), once the configuration is complete
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Instruction Manual You will be asked if you wish to change the default password. Select Yes or No as appropriate, then press Enter to continue. If no DHCP connec- tion is present, press the Setup button on the rear panel of SVxx53DXI to display the Main Menu screen, where you will be given several basic setup options: If static IP addresses are assigned, you will likely need to change the Net Mask, IP Address and other details, prior to connecting via your Web browser. If this is the case,
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Instruction Manual Using DHCP This method requires that your network implement DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), usually on a server or network access device such as a router, that dynamically allows devices to join the network without pre-configuration. Please note: The OSD will report the IP address as assigned by the DHCP server. If you have a directly connected monitor, the following steps are not required. If the unit is powered on and connected to the network via LAN port
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Instruction Manual please write this number down and keep it for future reference. Once you locate the MAC address of your unit in the DHCP log, you can match it to its leased IP address and proceed with the Web configuration. Please note: • Once you have located the IP address of the SVxx53DXI and wish to proceed with the Web configuration, do not power off the unit or your DHCP server, since the Enterprise Class KVM might lease a different IP address. Should this happen, re-examin
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Instruction Manual The following are the factory default values for the WAN port: IP Address: 192.168.1.123 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.1.254 Broadcast: 192.168.1.255 To access the Web configuration for this product, you will need to con- figure the workstation you are using to the same subnet (255.255.255.0) and also assign it a valid IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.100). For details on how to change the IP address of your computer (if necessary), consult your doc
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Instruction Manual Connecting the Host Computer to the Unit *SV1653DXI rear panel shown Please note: It is strongly recommended that all systems supporting USB use the USB server interface modules (see StarTech.com part # SV5USBM). PS/2 modules (SV5PS2M) are available for legacy systems. 1. If present, disconnect the existing monitor and PS/2 or USB keyboard/ mouse from the host computer. 2. Connect the PS/2 keyboard and mouse or USB connector to the host computer. 3. Connect the VG
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Instruction Manual To disable mouse acceleration for the host computer operating system: Windows 98 1. From the Control Panel, click on Mouse. 2. From Mouse Properties, click on the Motion tab. 3. Make sure the Pointer speed bar is centered and Acceleration is set to None. Windows 2000 1. From the Control Panel, click on Mouse. 2. From Mouse properties, click on the Motion tab. 3. Make sure that the Pointer speed bar is centered and Acceleration is set to None. Windows XP and Windo
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Instruction Manual 2. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse device. (Please note that some keyboards and mice may not work due to non-standard USB implementation) 3. Connect a straight through CAT5 cable to port A on the user-station. 4. Connect the power to the remote user station. Please Note: The remote user station operates just like the local user port, except a few extra commands on OSD: Cause auto calibration to restart Go to A port
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Instruction Manual Using SVxx53DXI’s web interface requires a browser, with cookies and JavaScript enabled. To start the Java VNC client, login to the Web con- figuration interface and click on the thumbnail of the desktop on the Home menu, or click on the Connect button, located in the Main Menu. You may need to upgrade Java support in your browser; however, most modern browsers come with a version of Java that is compatible with this application. The Java VNC client makes a connection bac
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Instruction Manual display a warning about an invalid security certificate. This does not af- fect the security of your data in any way. Whenever you are prompted about a certificate security problem by your browser or the Java VNC client, always choose the option to continue. Web Interface Introduction Home 14
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Instruction Manual After the initial login screen, the Home screen will appear, offering a Screen Thumbnail view of the controlled computer, as well as basic file transfer functions, Monitoring Information, System Identification and VNC Client options. Name: At the top of the screen, the name of the machine being controlled is displayed Tip line: The area directly below the Name indicates what function each selection from the Main Menu performs. “Hover” the mouse pointer over each indivi
