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HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide Abstract This document is performed only by trained personnel. This procedure is for the person who installs racks and rack products. Part Number: 585313-002a May 2013 Edition: 2 HP assumes you are qualified in performing installations and trained in recognizing hazards in rack products.
HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide Abstract This document is performed only by trained personnel. This procedure is for the person who installs racks and rack products. Part Number: 585313-002a May 2013 Edition: 2 HP assumes you are qualified in performing installations and trained in recognizing hazards in rack products.
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... interface adapter ...23 Connecting the interface adapter ...24 Cascading console switches...25 Cascading console switches overview ...25 Cascading console switches matrix ...25 Cascading two HP Server Console Switches G2 26 Example of an HP Server Console Switch G2 cascade configuration 27 Cascading an HP Server Console Switch G2 under an HP IP Console Switch G2 28 Configuring the console switch ...29 The user interfaces...29 Configuring the...
... interface adapter ...23 Connecting the interface adapter ...24 Cascading console switches...25 Cascading console switches overview ...25 Cascading console switches matrix ...25 Cascading two HP Server Console Switches G2 26 Example of an HP Server Console Switch G2 cascade configuration 27 Cascading an HP Server Console Switch G2 under an HP IP Console Switch G2 28 Configuring the console switch ...29 The user interfaces...29 Configuring the...
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... • Enhanced video resolution support • Dual Gigabit NICs for transparent network failover (HP IP Console Switch G2 only) KVM switching capabilities The console switch supports several interface adapters, powered directly from the target device to both the HP IP Console Switch and the HP Server Console Switch. The following features are supported: • C-Class Blade KVM • PS2 •...
... • Enhanced video resolution support • Dual Gigabit NICs for transparent network failover (HP IP Console Switch G2 only) KVM switching capabilities The console switch supports several interface adapters, powered directly from the target device to both the HP IP Console Switch and the HP Server Console Switch. The following features are supported: • C-Class Blade KVM • PS2 •...
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Component identification HP Server G2 Console Switch components Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power supply status indicator LEDs LAN connector Tiering chain port RJ-45 serial setup port Console A VGA connector Console A USB ports Console B VGA connector Console B USB ports Interface adapter ports (1-16) Interface adapter ports (17-32) Power connectors A & B HP IP G2 Console Switch components 1x1Ex8 Component identification 9
Component identification HP Server G2 Console Switch components Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power supply status indicator LEDs LAN connector Tiering chain port RJ-45 serial setup port Console A VGA connector Console A USB ports Console B VGA connector Console B USB ports Interface adapter ports (1-16) Interface adapter ports (17-32) Power connectors A & B HP IP G2 Console Switch components 1x1Ex8 Component identification 9
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... (approximately 6x CD-ROM). For more information, see Upgrading the firmware. Primary console switch HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media Secondary console switch HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media connecting each server to increase the number of cascading...
... (approximately 6x CD-ROM). For more information, see Upgrading the firmware. Primary console switch HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media Secondary console switch HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media connecting each server to increase the number of cascading...
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... feature. Primary console switch Secondary console switch Supported features* HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 Virtual Media...
... feature. Primary console switch Secondary console switch Supported features* HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP IP Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media HP Server Console Switch G2 Virtual Media...
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.... 2. If interface adapters are used to cascade console switches. Connect a UTP CAT5 or better cable to an HP IP Console Switch G2. To cascade the console switches: 1. Cascading console switches 28 Item Description 11 Secondary console switch Cascading an HP Server Console Switch G2 under an HP IP Console Switch G2 The following figure shows an HP Server Console Switch G2 cascaded to the interface adapter port on...
.... 2. If interface adapters are used to cascade console switches. Connect a UTP CAT5 or better cable to an HP IP Console Switch G2. To cascade the console switches: 1. Cascading console switches 28 Item Description 11 Secondary console switch Cascading an HP Server Console Switch G2 under an HP IP Console Switch G2 The following figure shows an HP Server Console Switch G2 cascaded to the interface adapter port on...
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... mouse. The following operating systems and browsers. To launch the local console UI interface: NOTE: The HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 do not have PS/2 connectors for optimal user experience. The local console UI interface opens. 4. From the interface, you can configure the console switch for your specific application, manage attached devices, and handle all...
... mouse. The following operating systems and browsers. To launch the local console UI interface: NOTE: The HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 do not have PS/2 connectors for optimal user experience. The local console UI interface opens. 4. From the interface, you can configure the console switch for your specific application, manage attached devices, and handle all...
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... UTP cable. 3. Select the Communication Port that the console switch is receiving power. Press the Enter key to the console switch. 5. For more information, see the HP IP Console Viewer User Guide included on the console switch. Connecting to the serial management and setup port Requirements: • The G2 console switches use to manage the switch. 2. Verify that...
... UTP cable. 3. Select the Communication Port that the console switch is receiving power. Press the Enter key to the console switch. 5. For more information, see the HP IP Console Viewer User Guide included on the console switch. Connecting to the serial management and setup port Requirements: • The G2 console switches use to manage the switch. 2. Verify that...