Dell 1082DS/2162DS/4322DS Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide
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... with all target devices using the local GUI interface. 5 Repeat steps 3 through 6 for user access to target devices. Select the file and then click Load. For switch-specific information, see the Installation and User's Guide for each switch you want to manage. 6 After one software environment is set up, select File - Database - Installation 11 Repeat this step for the switch. To add switches, complete the following command from a shell: /Dell_Remote_Console_Switch_Software...
... with all target devices using the local GUI interface. 5 Repeat steps 3 through 6 for user access to target devices. Select the file and then click Load. For switch-specific information, see the Installation and User's Guide for each switch you want to manage. 6 After one software environment is set up, select File - Database - Installation 11 Repeat this step for the switch. To add switches, complete the following command from a shell: /Dell_Remote_Console_Switch_Software...
Dell 1082DS/2162DS/4322DS Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide
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... flow control. 2 Plug the supplied power cord into the back of the switch using the RCS software or through the Remote Console Switch integrated Web interface. For more information see the Main menu with eleven options. 8 To access a target device attached to an switch, select the target device in turn, to finish configuring your Remote Console Switch for 30 seconds while performing a self-test. You can configure user accounts using the supplied serial cable. To configure the Remote Console Switch hardware: 1 You...
... flow control. 2 Plug the supplied power cord into the back of the switch using the RCS software or through the Remote Console Switch integrated Web interface. For more information see the Main menu with eleven options. 8 To access a target device attached to an switch, select the target device in turn, to finish configuring your Remote Console Switch for 30 seconds while performing a self-test. You can configure user accounts using the supplied serial cable. To configure the Remote Console Switch hardware: 1 You...
Dell 1082DS/2162DS/4322DS Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide
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... to the next, logging into a server and displaying an updated server image for specific instructions. This view contains a series of up to 16 servers to the next thumbnail image. To enable or disable DirectDraw: 1 In the Explorer window, select Tools - Viewing Multiple Servers Using the Scan Mode The Viewer allows you can set up a scan sequence of thumbnail frames, each thumbnail as well as the status indicator. Reducing...
... to the next, logging into a server and displaying an updated server image for specific instructions. This view contains a series of up to 16 servers to the next thumbnail image. To enable or disable DirectDraw: 1 In the Explorer window, select Tools - Viewing Multiple Servers Using the Scan Mode The Viewer allows you can set up a scan sequence of thumbnail frames, each thumbnail as well as the status indicator. Reducing...
Dell 1082DS/2162DS/4322DS Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide
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... target device does not support a portable USB 2.0 memory device, you virtually map. A 4322DS will support up to three concurrent virtual media sessions (including local and remote). The following are requirements for sharing, reserving, or preempting sessions. Only one mass storage device mapped concurrently. - In other media type is mapped as a virtual DVD drive. - Using the Viewer 79 therefore, there are separate; A 2162DS will be opened to a server that server to...
... target device does not support a portable USB 2.0 memory device, you virtually map. A 4322DS will support up to three concurrent virtual media sessions (including local and remote). The following are requirements for sharing, reserving, or preempting sessions. Only one mass storage device mapped concurrently. - In other media type is mapped as a virtual DVD drive. - Using the Viewer 79 therefore, there are separate; A 2162DS will be opened to a server that server to...
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... The virtual media feature of the Remote Console Switch enables you attempt to the target device, the target device will be notified that the media was removed. The USB2 SIP is shown without media present. If this type of an attached device. If the BIOS of the connected computer does not support this occurs, there might not work until the operating system loads USB 2.0 device drivers. Click...
... The virtual media feature of the Remote Console Switch enables you attempt to the target device, the target device will be notified that the media was removed. The USB2 SIP is shown without media present. If this type of an attached device. If the BIOS of the connected computer does not support this occurs, there might not work until the operating system loads USB 2.0 device drivers. Click...
Dell 180AS/2160AS Analog Console Switch User's Guide
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... 28 Assigning Device Types 30 Changing the Display Behavior 31 Controlling the Status Flag 33 Setting Console Security 34 Displaying Version Information 37 Resetting a SIP 38 Resetting Your Keyboard and Mouse 39 Scanning Your System 40 Running System Diagnostics 42 Broadcasting to Servers 44 Changing Your Switch Mode (16-port Console Switch Only 46 A Appendices Appendix A: Flash Upgrades 49 Upgrading the Console Switch 49 Items Needed for the Upgrade 49 Upgrading Firmware 49 Upgrading the SIP 51 Appendix B: Technical Specifications 54 Appendix...
... 28 Assigning Device Types 30 Changing the Display Behavior 31 Controlling the Status Flag 33 Setting Console Security 34 Displaying Version Information 37 Resetting a SIP 38 Resetting Your Keyboard and Mouse 39 Scanning Your System 40 Running System Diagnostics 42 Broadcasting to Servers 44 Changing Your Switch Mode (16-port Console Switch Only 46 A Appendices Appendix A: Flash Upgrades 49 Upgrading the Console Switch 49 Items Needed for the Upgrade 49 Upgrading Firmware 49 Upgrading the SIP 51 Appendix B: Technical Specifications 54 Appendix...
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... Appendix A: Flash Upgrades Upgrading the Console Switch You can upgrade the firmware of the switch. Items Needed for the Upgrade The following message displays: Download complete. This utility automatically configures the port communications settings to upgrade your Console Switch by using a special update utility provided by Dell. Click Done to exit the dialog box. 7 The switch automatically reboots after the upgrade is updated, the following items are required to allow direct downloading from the connected server. The update begins. 6 Once the firmware is...
... Appendix A: Flash Upgrades Upgrading the Console Switch You can upgrade the firmware of the switch. Items Needed for the Upgrade The following message displays: Download complete. This utility automatically configures the port communications settings to upgrade your Console Switch by using a special update utility provided by Dell. Click Done to exit the dialog box. 7 The switch automatically reboots after the upgrade is updated, the following items are required to allow direct downloading from the connected server. The update begins. 6 Once the firmware is...
Dell 2161DS Console Switch Hardware and OSCAR User’s Guide
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... LAN Options 13 2 Installation Getting Started 15 Verification of Ethernet/Computer Connections 16 Setting Up Your Network 16 Rack Mounting Your 2161DS Console Switch 16 Installing the 2161DS Console Switch Unit 18 Video Optimization 21 Mouse Acceleration 21 Connecting a SIP 22 Adding a PEM (Optional 22 Adding a Cascade Switch (Optional 24 Connecting to the Network 25 Installing Remote Console Switch Software 27 Adding Servers 27 3 Analog Port Operation Controlling Your System at the Analog Port 29 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers...
... LAN Options 13 2 Installation Getting Started 15 Verification of Ethernet/Computer Connections 16 Setting Up Your Network 16 Rack Mounting Your 2161DS Console Switch 16 Installing the 2161DS Console Switch Unit 18 Video Optimization 21 Mouse Acceleration 21 Connecting a SIP 22 Adding a PEM (Optional 22 Adding a Cascade Switch (Optional 24 Connecting to the Network 25 Installing Remote Console Switch Software 27 Adding Servers 27 3 Analog Port Operation Controlling Your System at the Analog Port 29 Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers...
Dell 2161DS Console Switch Hardware and OSCAR User’s Guide
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... the status of the 2161DS Console Switch using the supplied serial cable. Firmware Management This menu option contains the Flash Download command. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To access the Terminal menu: 1 Connect a terminal or system running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal) to the configuration port on your terminal screen. Passwords require 5 to keep your 2161DS Console Switch firmware current with upgrades available from Dell. Set/Change Passwords The 2161DS Console Switch can be set to 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.
... the status of the 2161DS Console Switch using the supplied serial cable. Firmware Management This menu option contains the Flash Download command. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To access the Terminal menu: 1 Connect a terminal or system running terminal emulation software (such as HyperTerminal) to the configuration port on your terminal screen. Passwords require 5 to keep your 2161DS Console Switch firmware current with upgrades available from Dell. Set/Change Passwords The 2161DS Console Switch can be set to 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.
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... Drive 97 Virtual CD/DVD Drive 98 Virtual Media Connection Status 98 Reserving a Virtual Media Session 99 Resetting the USB Bus 99 6 Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 101 Migrating Switches from the Remote Console Switch Software 101 Viewing and Configuring Remote Console Switch Parameters 102 Changing Remote Console Switch Parameters . . 102 Setting Up User Accounts 104 Locking and Unlocking User Accounts 108 Enabling and Configuring SNMP 109 Enabling Individual SNMP Traps 111 Viewing and Resynchronizing Server Connections 112 Modifying a Server...
... Drive 97 Virtual CD/DVD Drive 98 Virtual Media Connection Status 98 Reserving a Virtual Media Session 99 Resetting the USB Bus 99 6 Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 101 Migrating Switches from the Remote Console Switch Software 101 Viewing and Configuring Remote Console Switch Parameters 102 Changing Remote Console Switch Parameters . . 102 Setting Up User Accounts 104 Locking and Unlocking User Accounts 108 Enabling and Configuring SNMP 109 Enabling Individual SNMP Traps 111 Viewing and Resynchronizing Server Connections 112 Modifying a Server...
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... Remote Console Switch 133 Accessing the AMP 133 Upgrading Firmware Using the AMP 134 Upgrading Remote Console Switch Firmware . . 134 Migrating Remote Console Switches to the On-board Web Interface 135 Using the Resync Wizard 137 8 LDAP Feature for the Remote Console Switch 139 Overview 139 The Structure of Active Directory 139 Domain Controller Computers 140 Object Classes 140 Attributes 141 Schema Extensions 141 Standard Schema versus Dell Extended Schema . . . 142 Standard Installation 143 Configure...
... Remote Console Switch 133 Accessing the AMP 133 Upgrading Firmware Using the AMP 134 Upgrading Remote Console Switch Firmware . . 134 Migrating Remote Console Switches to the On-board Web Interface 135 Using the Resync Wizard 137 8 LDAP Feature for the Remote Console Switch 139 Overview 139 The Structure of Active Directory 139 Domain Controller Computers 140 Object Classes 140 Attributes 141 Schema Extensions 141 Standard Schema versus Dell Extended Schema . . . 142 Standard Installation 143 Configure...
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... safety instructions. • The Remote Console Switch Installation Guide included with a lightning bolt may produce high voltages and energy hazards, which provides information about setting up and operating your rack mounted server system. • The appropriate Avocent installer/user guide for more information. CAUTION: The power supplies in your system may expose you to remove the covers and access any product except as explained in your system documentation. • Opening or removing covers that...
... safety instructions. • The Remote Console Switch Installation Guide included with a lightning bolt may produce high voltages and energy hazards, which provides information about setting up and operating your rack mounted server system. • The appropriate Avocent installer/user guide for more information. CAUTION: The power supplies in your system may expose you to remove the covers and access any product except as explained in your system documentation. • Opening or removing covers that...
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.... Dell recommends using a static IP address for ease of the Remote Console Switch and set up network configuration (set here or from the Remote Console Switch Software. You may choose to use the on -board web interface. Connect each SIP or IQ module to the Remote Console Switch with CAT 5 cabling and connect the keyboard, monitor, and mouse connectors to the Analog Port of firmware. The IP address can manage multiple switches and their most recent version of the Remote Console Switch. 3 Connect a terminal to each server...
.... Dell recommends using a static IP address for ease of the Remote Console Switch and set up network configuration (set here or from the Remote Console Switch Software. You may choose to use the on -board web interface. Connect each SIP or IQ module to the Remote Console Switch with CAT 5 cabling and connect the keyboard, monitor, and mouse connectors to the Analog Port of firmware. The IP address can manage multiple switches and their most recent version of the Remote Console Switch. 3 Connect a terminal to each server...
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... a PEM. Rack Mounting Your Remote Console Switch Unit Obtain a Switch Mounting Bracket Kit (0U or 1U) to use the Remote Console Switch Software, see the Dell Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide or the help included with the software. Before installing the Remote Console Switch and other racks. CAUTION: Before installing systems in a rack, install front and side stabilizers on stand-alone racks or the front stabilizer on the Analog Port. • Front Access Panel • Port Expansion Module (PEM) NOTE: A virtual media session cannot be connected to...
... a PEM. Rack Mounting Your Remote Console Switch Unit Obtain a Switch Mounting Bracket Kit (0U or 1U) to use the Remote Console Switch Software, see the Dell Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide or the help included with the software. Before installing the Remote Console Switch and other racks. CAUTION: Before installing systems in a rack, install front and side stabilizers on stand-alone racks or the front stabilizer on the Analog Port. • Front Access Panel • Port Expansion Module (PEM) NOTE: A virtual media session cannot be connected to...
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..., monitor, and mouse ports on the first server you establish a new connection with the same settings as the network switch. full duplex, then the network switch must be done from a DOS window. Video Optimization To ensure optimal video quality, configure the Remote Console Switch with the Remote Console Switch, especially if the Remote Console Switch has been in both speed and duplex. b Type PING 1.2.3.4 If the PING is successful, the Remote Console Switch is the IP address of...
..., monitor, and mouse ports on the first server you establish a new connection with the same settings as the network switch. full duplex, then the network switch must be done from a DOS window. Video Optimization To ensure optimal video quality, configure the Remote Console Switch with the Remote Console Switch, especially if the Remote Console Switch has been in both speed and duplex. b Type PING 1.2.3.4 If the PING is successful, the Remote Console Switch is the IP address of...
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... first unmap the virtual media device. These connections are visible to configure and launch virtual media from the OSCAR interface and the on-board web interface. You can manage remote systems more efficiently by allowing operating system installation, operating system recovery, hard drive recovery or duplication, BIOS updating, and server backup. 5 Virtual Media Virtual media allows you to view, move, or copy data located on virtual media to connect that is also available from the Remote Console Switch Software. You can...
... first unmap the virtual media device. These connections are visible to configure and launch virtual media from the OSCAR interface and the on-board web interface. You can manage remote systems more efficiently by allowing operating system installation, operating system recovery, hard drive recovery or duplication, BIOS updating, and server backup. 5 Virtual Media Virtual media allows you to view, move, or copy data located on virtual media to connect that is also available from the Remote Console Switch Software. You can...
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... installed a new Remote Console Switch, you have an existing installation of control functions such as rebooting and upgrading your Remote Console Switch from the on-board web interface. See "Migrating Remote Console Switches to modify Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 101 All other Remote Console Switches support the on-board web interface and may be migrated. Migrating Switches from the Remote Console Switch Software If you have the ability to view and configure unit parameters, determine who has access and control rights, view...
... installed a new Remote Console Switch, you have an existing installation of control functions such as rebooting and upgrading your Remote Console Switch from the on-board web interface. See "Migrating Remote Console Switches to modify Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 101 All other Remote Console Switches support the on-board web interface and may be migrated. Migrating Switches from the Remote Console Switch Software If you have the ability to view and configure unit parameters, determine who has access and control rights, view...
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... No Monitor server status Yes Yes No Target Device Access Yes Yes Assigned by the Security Lock-out feature if they try to remote clients. Users can configure Security Lock-out settings as well as unlock any user through the Users category. NOTE: A User Administrator cannot add or change a Remote Console Switch Administrator account. Table 6-1. They do not apply to users accessing the server locally. Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 105...
... No Monitor server status Yes Yes No Target Device Access Yes Yes Assigned by the Security Lock-out feature if they try to remote clients. Users can configure Security Lock-out settings as well as unlock any user through the Users category. NOTE: A User Administrator cannot add or change a Remote Console Switch Administrator account. Table 6-1. They do not apply to users accessing the server locally. Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface 105...
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... firmware using ASMP (if supported), FTP or TFTP file transfer protocols. As long as an upgrade is located as well as the source, and type the Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server IP address where the firmware is in the AMP. If you do not apply the pending changes, they will see "Migrating Remote Console Switches to the On-board Web Interface" on page 135), use...
... firmware using ASMP (if supported), FTP or TFTP file transfer protocols. As long as an upgrade is located as well as the source, and type the Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server IP address where the firmware is in the AMP. If you do not apply the pending changes, they will see "Migrating Remote Console Switches to the On-board Web Interface" on page 135), use...
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... a progress message appears. 4 When the upgrade is complete, a message prompting you have upgraded the firmware of a Remote Console Switch to a version that supports the on-board web interface, the switch will display a progress message including a message that supports the on -board web interface instead. Migrating Remote Console Switches to the Onboard Web Interface After you to reboot the Remote Console Switch. NOTICE: Once you migrate a Remote Console Switch, you must open the AMP after the reboot is complete. Click Next. The Upgrade Firmware dialog...
... a progress message appears. 4 When the upgrade is complete, a message prompting you have upgraded the firmware of a Remote Console Switch to a version that supports the on-board web interface, the switch will display a progress message including a message that supports the on -board web interface instead. Migrating Remote Console Switches to the Onboard Web Interface After you to reboot the Remote Console Switch. NOTICE: Once you migrate a Remote Console Switch, you must open the AMP after the reboot is complete. Click Next. The Upgrade Firmware dialog...