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... Console Switch 39 Example of a Compaq Server Console Switch Cascade Configuration 40 Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch with an HP IP Console Switch 41 Example of an HP IP Console Switch Cascade Configuration 43 Local Port Operation 45 Overview...45 Accessing the Main Dialog Box 45 Viewing and Selecting Ports and... Box 75 Viewing and Disconnecting User Connections 75 Running System Diagnostics 77 Resetting the PS/2 Device ...81 Displaying Version Information 82 Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware 87 Network Settings 91 Setting Up A Network...91
... Console Switch 39 Example of a Compaq Server Console Switch Cascade Configuration 40 Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch with an HP IP Console Switch 41 Example of an HP IP Console Switch Cascade Configuration 43 Local Port Operation 45 Overview...45 Accessing the Main Dialog Box 45 Viewing and Selecting Ports and... Box 75 Viewing and Disconnecting User Connections 75 Running System Diagnostics 77 Resetting the PS/2 Device ...81 Displaying Version Information 82 Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware 87 Network Settings 91 Setting Up A Network...91
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... Overview...95 Enabling TFTP for Windows Operating Systems 95 Enabling TFTP for Linux Operating Systems 95 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware through the IP Console Viewer 99 Troubleshooting 101 When a Serial Interface Adapter Stops Responding 101 When the...
... Overview...95 Enabling TFTP for Windows Operating Systems 95 Enabling TFTP for Linux Operating Systems 95 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware through the IP Console Viewer 99 Troubleshooting 101 When a Serial Interface Adapter Stops Responding 101 When the...
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...Side-Mounted in a Round-Hole Rack 110 Do You Have to Power Down a Server to Replace an Interface Adapter 110 Has the Customer Verified the Firmware Version 110 Does the Customer Have the Correct Configurations 111 How Do I Access the Main Dialog Box 111 How Do I Cascade Console Switches 112 How...My Interface Adapter Firmware Version 113 How Do I Turn the Screen Saver Off 113 How Do I Use the Run Diagnostics Feature 114 Is the Console Switch Operational 114 What are the Minimum and Maximum Cable Lengths 114 What Kind of CAT5 Cables Are Supported 114 Why Can Remote HP IP Console Switch...
...Side-Mounted in a Round-Hole Rack 110 Do You Have to Power Down a Server to Replace an Interface Adapter 110 Has the Customer Verified the Firmware Version 110 Does the Customer Have the Correct Configurations 111 How Do I Access the Main Dialog Box 111 How Do I Cascade Console Switches 112 How...My Interface Adapter Firmware Version 113 How Do I Turn the Screen Saver Off 113 How Do I Use the Run Diagnostics Feature 114 Is the Console Switch Operational 114 What are the Minimum and Maximum Cable Lengths 114 What Kind of CAT5 Cables Are Supported 114 Why Can Remote HP IP Console Switch...
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...loading or overloading of the rack cabinet, then work to the top. 10 HP IP Console Switch User Guide • Power cords • Rack mounting kit • Serial download cable • Documentation kit • Firmware/software CD Required Items Not Included • PS/2 Interface Adapter or USB ...Adapter Required Tools The following tools are required for some procedures: • Phillips screwdriver • T-25 Torx screwdriver Rack Mounting the HP IP Console Switch The HP IP Console Switch ships with rack mounting brackets for easy integration into the rack. Before installing the...
...loading or overloading of the rack cabinet, then work to the top. 10 HP IP Console Switch User Guide • Power cords • Rack mounting kit • Serial download cable • Documentation kit • Firmware/software CD Required Items Not Included • PS/2 Interface Adapter or USB ...Adapter Required Tools The following tools are required for some procedures: • Phillips screwdriver • T-25 Torx screwdriver Rack Mounting the HP IP Console Switch The HP IP Console Switch ships with rack mounting brackets for easy integration into the rack. Before installing the...
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... followed. The following Compaq Server Console Switches can be upgraded with SoftPaq firmware, version 2.0.6 or later, when cascaded with this product. CAUTION: While cascading console switches, be integrated into the HP IP Console Switch system. NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch and all attached Interface Adapters, you must...
... followed. The following Compaq Server Console Switches can be upgraded with SoftPaq firmware, version 2.0.6 or later, when cascaded with this product. CAUTION: While cascading console switches, be integrated into the HP IP Console Switch system. NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch and all attached Interface Adapters, you must...
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...switches in the rack. 2. Connect the other servers to be added to this system. 6. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch and all Interface Adapter firmware. Cascading Console Switches 41 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Server KVM cable PS/2 Interface Adapter UTP CAT5 cable Cascaded ...Compaq Server Console Switch Local port Main HP IP Console Switch Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch with an HP IP Console Switch NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for any other end of that same UTP CAT5 cable to the ...
...switches in the rack. 2. Connect the other servers to be added to this system. 6. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch and all Interface Adapter firmware. Cascading Console Switches 41 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Server KVM cable PS/2 Interface Adapter UTP CAT5 cable Cascaded ...Compaq Server Console Switch Local port Main HP IP Console Switch Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch with an HP IP Console Switch NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for any other end of that same UTP CAT5 cable to the ...
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... 7) on the console switches. 20. Update all Interface Adapter firmware. Connect a UTP CAT5 cable to the RJ-45 interface port ("Components" on page 7) on the monitor. 21. Update the main HP IP Console Switch firmware (refer to an HP KVM Server Console Switch. Power off the monitor. 14. Power... on the main HP IP Console Switch. 17. The following figure shows an HP IP Console Switch cascaded to the HP IP Console Switch documentation). 22. ...
... 7) on the console switches. 20. Update all Interface Adapter firmware. Connect a UTP CAT5 cable to the RJ-45 interface port ("Components" on page 7) on the monitor. 21. Update the main HP IP Console Switch firmware (refer to an HP KVM Server Console Switch. Power off the monitor. 14. Power... on the main HP IP Console Switch. 17. The following figure shows an HP IP Console Switch cascaded to the HP IP Console Switch documentation). 22. ...
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... your servers. Configures a server list for individual Interface Adapters. Enables you to upgrade individual Interface Adapter firmware. Validates the integrity of the keyboard and mouse. Enables you to view and disconnect users. 74 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Managing Server Tasks Using the OSD You can manage the...Feature Broadcast Enable Scan Enable User Status IA Status Display Versions Run Diagnostics Device Reset Purpose Begins broadcasting to your system, including memory, firmware CRC, comm interfaces, switch controller, local and remote video, and Interface Adapters.
... your servers. Configures a server list for individual Interface Adapters. Enables you to upgrade individual Interface Adapter firmware. Validates the integrity of the keyboard and mouse. Enables you to view and disconnect users. 74 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Managing Server Tasks Using the OSD You can manage the...Feature Broadcast Enable Scan Enable User Status IA Status Display Versions Run Diagnostics Device Reset Purpose Begins broadcasting to your system, including memory, firmware CRC, comm interfaces, switch controller, local and remote video, and Interface Adapters.
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... or have been connected successfully in the system FLASH by querying the switch matrix controller and performing basic register level tests. 78 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Test Firmware CRCs Comm Interfaces Switch Controller Local and Remote User Video LAN Connection Online IAs Offline IAs Suspect IAs Description Validates the current...
... or have been connected successfully in the system FLASH by querying the switch matrix controller and performing basic register level tests. 78 HP IP Console Switch User Guide Test Firmware CRCs Comm Interfaces Switch Controller Local and Remote User Video LAN Connection Online IAs Offline IAs Suspect IAs Description Validates the current...
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Displaying Version Information The Display Versions dialog box ("Accessing the Version Dialog Box" on page 82) enables you to view the HP IP Console Switch versions, as well as keyboard and mouse information for the currently selected server. NOTE: Provide the application version number when communicating with HP customer service centers. 82 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2. A warning appears. Accessing the Version Dialog Box NOTE: The application version is the firmware version. Click Device Reset.
Displaying Version Information The Display Versions dialog box ("Accessing the Version Dialog Box" on page 82) enables you to view the HP IP Console Switch versions, as well as keyboard and mouse information for the currently selected server. NOTE: Provide the application version number when communicating with HP customer service centers. 82 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2. A warning appears. Accessing the Version Dialog Box NOTE: The application version is the firmware version. Click Device Reset.
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... the Interface Adapter Firmware Simultaneously" on while upgrading the firmware. Loading the Interface Adapter Firmware Individually NOTE: This method of loading the Interface Adapter firmware will always overwrite the current version of firmware. 1. A Reset...PS/2 Interface Adapter is displayed. Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware The Interface Adapter firmware can be powered on page 88). The Version dialog ... 88), which only upgrades Interface Adapters needing a new version of firmware in the Interface Adapter. Local Port Operation 87 3. In the IA Version dialog box for...
... the Interface Adapter Firmware Simultaneously" on while upgrading the firmware. Loading the Interface Adapter Firmware Individually NOTE: This method of loading the Interface Adapter firmware will always overwrite the current version of firmware. 1. A Reset...PS/2 Interface Adapter is displayed. Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware The Interface Adapter firmware can be powered on page 88). The Version dialog ... 88), which only upgrades Interface Adapters needing a new version of firmware in the Interface Adapter. Local Port Operation 87 3. In the IA Version dialog box for...
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Click IA. Click Load Firmware. From the Main dialog box ("Accessing the Main Dialog Box" on page 45), click Commands>IA Status. The IA Status dialog box is displayed. 4. Select the individual Interface Adapter, and click Version. 88 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2. The IA Version dialog box is displayed. The IA Selection dialog box is displayed. 3. Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware Simultaneously 1.
Click IA. Click Load Firmware. From the Main dialog box ("Accessing the Main Dialog Box" on page 45), click Commands>IA Status. The IA Status dialog box is displayed. 4. Select the individual Interface Adapter, and click Version. 88 HP IP Console Switch User Guide 2. The IA Version dialog box is displayed. The IA Selection dialog box is displayed. 3. Upgrading the Interface Adapter Firmware Simultaneously 1.
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... dfl option, and press the Enter key. 8. The IPViewer HyperTerminal menu with this kit, or go to the HP website (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/rackoptions/kvm/soft-firmware.html) to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide, on -screen options to the Configuration menu. NOTE: To ensure optimum mouse performance...
... dfl option, and press the Enter key. 8. The IPViewer HyperTerminal menu with this kit, or go to the HP website (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/rackoptions/kvm/soft-firmware.html) to the HP IP Console Switch Software Guide, on -screen options to the Configuration menu. NOTE: To ensure optimum mouse performance...
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...TFTP is provided by the TFTP server RPM (RPM-IVH/Redhat/RPMS/). 95 Upgrading the Firmware Using TFTP In This Section Overview ...95 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Overview The HP IP Console Switch upgrade feature enables you need a TFTP service application on workstation or server...higher are not downgradeable to your Linux operating systems HELP, or documentation. After the TFTP has been enabled, then upgrade the HP IP Console Switch firmware. Enabling TFTP for Windows operating systems, follow the instructions in the \TFTP\TFTP Install Instructions.txt file on the type ...
...TFTP is provided by the TFTP server RPM (RPM-IVH/Redhat/RPMS/). 95 Upgrading the Firmware Using TFTP In This Section Overview ...95 Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware 97 Overview The HP IP Console Switch upgrade feature enables you need a TFTP service application on workstation or server...higher are not downgradeable to your Linux operating systems HELP, or documentation. After the TFTP has been enabled, then upgrade the HP IP Console Switch firmware. Enabling TFTP for Windows operating systems, follow the instructions in the \TFTP\TFTP Install Instructions.txt file on the type ...
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... included with this kit or the Softpaq TFTP directory. -or- Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware To upgrade the firmware for Linux operating sytems: 1. Connect one end of local system). 6. Copy the firmware file to the current directory. Download the file by entering the following command:... in the /tmp directory. Enter quit. 8. Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware Before beginning the upgrade procedure, be sure that the HP IP Console Switch is on the same network as Minicom ("Configuring Minicom" on the HP IP Console Switch. 3. Also, be sure that the Secure...
... included with this kit or the Softpaq TFTP directory. -or- Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware To upgrade the firmware for Linux operating sytems: 1. Connect one end of local system). 6. Copy the firmware file to the current directory. Download the file by entering the following command:... in the /tmp directory. Enter quit. 8. Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware Before beginning the upgrade procedure, be sure that the HP IP Console Switch is on the same network as Minicom ("Configuring Minicom" on the HP IP Console Switch. 3. Also, be sure that the Secure...
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... Console Switch User Guide 4. The Firmware Management menu appears. 7. Approximately 10 seconds after it stops blinking, press the Enter key to download the upgrade file from the given IP address. Power on the HP IP Console Switch, if not already powered on . The activity indicator light ("... to access the Main menu. 6. Plug the supplied power cord into the power cord connector ("Components" on page 7) on the HP IP Console Switch and then into a valid power source, if not already connected. 5. Select Option 2-Firmware Management. The HP IP Console Switch begins to upgrade.
... Console Switch User Guide 4. The Firmware Management menu appears. 7. Approximately 10 seconds after it stops blinking, press the Enter key to download the upgrade file from the given IP address. Power on the HP IP Console Switch, if not already powered on . The activity indicator light ("... to access the Main menu. 6. Plug the supplied power cord into the power cord connector ("Components" on page 7) on the HP IP Console Switch and then into a valid power source, if not already connected. 5. Select Option 2-Firmware Management. The HP IP Console Switch begins to upgrade.
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...Console Switch inoperable and require that the unit be returned to the HP IP Console Switch during this kit or the Softpaq TFTP directory. When the upgrade process is ready message appears. Upgrading the Firmware Using TFTP 99 CAUTION: Do not cycle power to the factory for... through the IP Console Viewer To upgrade the firmware for repair. Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware through the HP IP Console Viewer, follow the instructions in the ...
...Console Switch inoperable and require that the unit be returned to the HP IP Console Switch during this kit or the Softpaq TFTP directory. When the upgrade process is ready message appears. Upgrading the Firmware Using TFTP 99 CAUTION: Do not cycle power to the factory for... through the IP Console Viewer To upgrade the firmware for repair. Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware through the HP IP Console Viewer, follow the instructions in the ...
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... Are Not Correct 102 When the Cascaded Console Switch Configurations Are Not Correct 102 When the Console Switch Does Not Have the Correct Firmware 103 When the Console Switch is Not Working Properly 103 When the Console Switch Hangs After Being Rebooted 103 When the Console Switch ...Switches 107 When the Video Displays All Green or Red 107 Connection Length Table ...107 When a Serial Interface Adapter Stops Responding When using the HP IP Console Viewer to connect to a Serial Interface Adapter, perform an Automatic Video Adjust (Tools>Automatic Video Adjust). If flow control cannot ...
... Are Not Correct 102 When the Cascaded Console Switch Configurations Are Not Correct 102 When the Console Switch Does Not Have the Correct Firmware 103 When the Console Switch is Not Working Properly 103 When the Console Switch Hangs After Being Rebooted 103 When the Console Switch ...Switches 107 When the Video Displays All Green or Red 107 Connection Length Table ...107 When a Serial Interface Adapter Stops Responding When using the HP IP Console Viewer to connect to a Serial Interface Adapter, perform an Automatic Video Adjust (Tools>Automatic Video Adjust). If flow control cannot ...
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... latest versions installed. Be sure that the cascaded console switches are correct. Determine whether the console switch is Not Working Properly 1. IMPORTANT: While upgrading the firmware, do not power off the HP IP Console Switch or attempt any operations. 1. When the Console Switch Hangs After Being Rebooted 1. Reboot the...
... latest versions installed. Be sure that the cascaded console switches are correct. Determine whether the console switch is Not Working Properly 1. IMPORTANT: While upgrading the firmware, do not power off the HP IP Console Switch or attempt any operations. 1. When the Console Switch Hangs After Being Rebooted 1. Reboot the...
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...On Be sure to click OK to cancel the command. Upgrade the console switch firmware ("Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware" on page 77) function, from the Diagnostics dialog box, and click Clear. 106 HP IP Console Switch User Guide When the OSD is Distorted or Not Readable Be ... saver selection. When RILOE and iLO are not Working Correctly with the HP IP Console Switch The HP IP Console Switch firmware must be version 3.0.0 or later. When the Run Diagnostics Test Fails IMPORTANT: While upgrading the firmware, do not power off the HP IP Console Switch or attempt any operations. 1.
...On Be sure to click OK to cancel the command. Upgrade the console switch firmware ("Upgrading the HP IP Console Switch Firmware" on page 77) function, from the Diagnostics dialog box, and click Clear. 106 HP IP Console Switch User Guide When the OSD is Distorted or Not Readable Be ... saver selection. When RILOE and iLO are not Working Correctly with the HP IP Console Switch The HP IP Console Switch firmware must be version 3.0.0 or later. When the Run Diagnostics Test Fails IMPORTANT: While upgrading the firmware, do not power off the HP IP Console Switch or attempt any operations. 1.