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... Cascading console switches...14 Compatible console switch models ...14 HP IP Console Switch ...14 Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 15 Local port operation ...17 Overview ...17 Accessing the Main dialog box ...17 Viewing servers...18 Viewing the Port column ...18 Viewing the Server Status column ...19 Selecting servers ...19 Soft switching ...19 Soft switching to a server...19 Configuring switches for soft switching...
... Cascading console switches...14 Compatible console switch models ...14 HP IP Console Switch ...14 Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 15 Local port operation ...17 Overview ...17 Accessing the Main dialog box ...17 Viewing servers...18 Viewing the Port column ...18 Viewing the Server Status column ...19 Selecting servers ...19 Soft switching ...19 Soft switching to a server...19 Configuring switches for soft switching...
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...a scan pattern...26 Accessing the Scan dialog box ...27 Adding servers to the scan list ...27 Removing servers from the scan list 27 Activating Scan mode ...28 Deactivating Scan mode...28 Setting local console switch security ...28 Accessing the Security dialog box 29 Changing the password... the Devices dialog box...34 Modifying device types ...35 Accessing the Names dialog box ...35 Assigning server names...36 Assigning names to servers ...36 Managing console switch tasks using the OSD 37 Accessing the Commands dialog box 38 Running system diagnostics...38 Activating Run Diagnostics...
...a scan pattern...26 Accessing the Scan dialog box ...27 Adding servers to the scan list ...27 Removing servers from the scan list 27 Activating Scan mode ...28 Deactivating Scan mode...28 Setting local console switch security ...28 Accessing the Security dialog box 29 Changing the password... the Devices dialog box...34 Modifying device types ...35 Accessing the Names dialog box ...35 Assigning server names...36 Assigning names to servers ...36 Managing console switch tasks using the OSD 37 Accessing the Commands dialog box 38 Running system diagnostics...38 Activating Run Diagnostics...
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...not included • Interface adapters One interface adapter is needed for your original rack hardware kit) Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 6 Stabilize the rack in a permanent location before installing the equipment. Installation checklist Before installation, refer to...all of the rack cabinets. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of the listed components were received. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Overview The HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 ships with rack-mounting brackets for some procedures: • Phillips screwdriver • Cage nut insertion ...
...not included • Interface adapters One interface adapter is needed for your original rack hardware kit) Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 6 Stabilize the rack in a permanent location before installing the equipment. Installation checklist Before installation, refer to...all of the rack cabinets. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of the listed components were received. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Overview The HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 ships with rack-mounting brackets for some procedures: • Phillips screwdriver • Cage nut insertion ...
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...: For safe use, do not mount this product with I/O connectors and the AC power inlet, facing downward (facing the floor). 1. Before installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 into the rear of the following configurations: o Standard-mount o Cantilever-mount o Side-mount Performing a standard-mount installation 1. If the activity indicator light does not ...
...: For safe use, do not mount this product with I/O connectors and the AC power inlet, facing downward (facing the floor). 1. Before installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 into the rear of the following configurations: o Standard-mount o Cantilever-mount o Side-mount Performing a standard-mount installation 1. If the activity indicator light does not ...
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5. Secure the console switch to the rails using two M-6 screws, one on each side, from the console switch. 2. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 8 Performing a cantilever-mount installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on page 7) of performing standard-mount installation. 3. mount installation" on each side. Install up to the console switch as indicated in step 2 ("Performing a standard- Attach the short 1U brackets to six cage nuts.
5. Secure the console switch to the rails using two M-6 screws, one on each side, from the console switch. 2. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 8 Performing a cantilever-mount installation 1. Remove the four screws, two on page 7) of performing standard-mount installation. 3. mount installation" on each side. Install up to the console switch as indicated in step 2 ("Performing a standard- Attach the short 1U brackets to six cage nuts.
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Remove the four screws, two on each side, from the console switch. 2. Secure the console switch to the console switch using the appropriate number of M-6 screws. Performing a side-mount installation 1. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 9 Attach the side-mounting brackets to the rails using the four screws you removed. 4.
Remove the four screws, two on each side, from the console switch. 2. Secure the console switch to the console switch using the appropriate number of M-6 screws. Performing a side-mount installation 1. Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 9 Attach the side-mounting brackets to the rails using the four screws you removed. 4.
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Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 10 Install four cage nuts into the U locations on each side of the rack. 4. Slide the side-mounting bracket tabs into the side-mounting bracket U locations. 3.
Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 10 Install four cage nuts into the U locations on each side of the rack. 4. Slide the side-mounting bracket tabs into the side-mounting bracket U locations. 3.
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... M-6 screws and cage nuts. Console switch components Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power cord connector Power switch Fan Serial management connector Console port A USB ports (keyboard/mouse only) Console port A keyboard connector Console port A video connector Console port A mouse connector RJ-45 tiering port (designated by the letter A) Server connection ports 1-8 Server connection ports 9-16* Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 11
... M-6 screws and cage nuts. Console switch components Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Description Power cord connector Power switch Fan Serial management connector Console port A USB ports (keyboard/mouse only) Console port A keyboard connector Console port A video connector Console port A mouse connector RJ-45 tiering port (designated by the letter A) Server connection ports 1-8 Server connection ports 9-16* Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 11
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...on . 4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the console switch. The following figure shows one possible configuration for your console switch system. Plug the console switch power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all ...safety feature. • Plug the power cord into a power source. 3. Item Description 1 Local console 2 Console switch Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 12 Connecting the local console switch 1. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends ...
...on . 4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the console switch. The following figure shows one possible configuration for your console switch system. Plug the console switch power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all ...safety feature. • Plug the power cord into a power source. 3. Item Description 1 Local console 2 Console switch Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 12 Connecting the local console switch 1. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends ...
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...of the cable to the RJ-45 connector on the server. 4. Installing a PS/2 or USB interface adapter Interface adapter overview An interface adapter (sold separately) is required for the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with an interface adapter. The following figure ...shows one possible configuration for the console switch system to the appropriate connectors on the interface adapter. 3. Connect the ...
...of the cable to the RJ-45 connector on the server. 4. Installing a PS/2 or USB interface adapter Interface adapter overview An interface adapter (sold separately) is required for the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with an interface adapter. The following figure ...shows one possible configuration for the console switch system to the appropriate connectors on the interface adapter. 3. Connect the ...
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..., you cascade console switches, review the following HP IP Console Switches can be sure that the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 is used to access the local OSD. Cascading console switches 14 CAUTION: Do not use an interface adapter to cascade one level of cascading. Cascading console switches Compatible console switch models This product supports only one HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2...
..., you cascade console switches, review the following HP IP Console Switches can be sure that the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 is used to access the local OSD. Cascading console switches 14 CAUTION: Do not use an interface adapter to cascade one level of cascading. Cascading console switches Compatible console switch models This product supports only one HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2...
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... the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch G2. Cascading console switches 15 Example of an HP IP Console Switch cascade configuration Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 *Not shown Description Server PS/2 interface adapter or USB interface adapter* UTP CAT5 cable or higher UTP CAT5 cable or higher KVM cable Main HP IP Console Switch Local port Cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Locate...
... the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch G2. Cascading console switches 15 Example of an HP IP Console Switch cascade configuration Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 *Not shown Description Server PS/2 interface adapter or USB interface adapter* UTP CAT5 cable or higher UTP CAT5 cable or higher KVM cable Main HP IP Console Switch Local port Cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch Cascading an HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 Locate...
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The bottom console switch is the main console switch. Cascading console switches 16 The following figure shows a HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 cascaded to cascade these products, undesirable operations might occur. If interface adapters are used to another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system. CAUTION: Do not use interface adapters to cascade one HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2. The top console switch is the cascaded console switch.
The bottom console switch is the main console switch. Cascading console switches 16 The following figure shows a HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 cascaded to cascade these products, undesirable operations might occur. If interface adapters are used to another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system. CAUTION: Do not use interface adapters to cascade one HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system with another HP KVM Server Console Switch G2. The top console switch is the cascaded console switch.
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...: You can use this key sequence where you to the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 for direct access. Local port operation 17 Local port operation Overview The HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system has at least one second to view, configure, and control servers in the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system. Accessing the Main dialog box To access the...
...: You can use this key sequence where you to the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 for direct access. Local port operation 17 Local port operation Overview The HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system has at least one second to view, configure, and control servers in the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system. Accessing the Main dialog box To access the...
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... 01 of the 2 x 8 HP KVM Server Console Switch, and that HP KVM Server Console Switch is powered off. The server is connected to the first console switch and the interface adapter is not connected, or the server is cascaded from port 16 of the first HP KVM Server Console Switch. The server is connected to port 02 of the 2 x 16 HP KVM Server Console Switch, and that HP KVM Server Console Switch is cascaded from...
... 01 of the 2 x 8 HP KVM Server Console Switch, and that HP KVM Server Console Switch is powered off. The server is connected to the first console switch and the interface adapter is not connected, or the server is cascaded from port 16 of the first HP KVM Server Console Switch. The server is connected to port 02 of the 2 x 16 HP KVM Server Console Switch, and that HP KVM Server Console Switch is cascaded from...
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...an electronic identification number, found on . If the display order of the server's name or port number, and pressing the Enter key. The interface adapter is connected directly, cascaded through an HP KVM Server Console Switch, or powered on the interface adapter cable label, automatically assigned to which ...19 This symbol identifies the port to the interface adapter. Viewing the Server Status column The status of each server in the HP KVM Server Console Switch system is indicated by the icons in the right column of your server list is by port, press the Print Scrn key, select the...
...an electronic identification number, found on . If the display order of the server's name or port number, and pressing the Enter key. The interface adapter is connected directly, cascaded through an HP KVM Server Console Switch, or powered on the interface adapter cable label, automatically assigned to which ...19 This symbol identifies the port to the interface adapter. Viewing the Server Status column The status of each server in the HP KVM Server Console Switch system is indicated by the icons in the right column of your server list is by port, press the Print Scrn key, select the...
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...right arrow keys to move the cursor. Selects the OK button and returns to the currently selected device. This leaves no server is password protected. Completes the console switch operation in a free state. For Screen Delay Time, enter the number of seconds of delay desired before the Main ...displays after the Print Scrn key is in the Main dialog box and exits the OSD. Disengages the user immediately from a server-no server selected and the console switch is pressed. 3. Opens the Help screen for the current dialog box. Closes the current dialog box without saving changes and ...
...right arrow keys to move the cursor. Selects the OK button and returns to the currently selected device. This leaves no server is password protected. Completes the console switch operation in a free state. For Screen Delay Time, enter the number of seconds of delay desired before the Main ...displays after the Print Scrn key is in the Main dialog box and exits the OSD. Disengages the user immediately from a server-no server selected and the console switch is pressed. 3. Opens the Help screen for the current dialog box. Closes the current dialog box without saving changes and ...
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... (Use the Shift key to change case.) Configuring the Setup dialog box You can configure the console switch and manage routine tasks for servers Button Menu Flag Function Changes the server listing between columns. Deletes current selection in the Scan dialog box or characters in a text box.... Managing routine tasks for your servers from the keyboard or keypad. When editing a text box, these ...
... (Use the Shift key to change case.) Configuring the Setup dialog box You can configure the console switch and manage routine tasks for servers Button Menu Flag Function Changes the server listing between columns. Deletes current selection in the Scan dialog box or characters in a text box.... Managing routine tasks for your servers from the keyboard or keypad. When editing a text box, these ...
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...page 17), click Setup>Menu. Button Broadcast Scan Security Switch Keyboard Language Devices Names Function Controls multiple servers simultaneously through keyboard and mouse actions. Selecting the display order of legacy console switches. You can consist of A-Z, 0-9, spaces and hyphens...a maximum of servers, HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 connection mode, and a time to 16 servers. Sets password to the console switch, including servers and other legacy console switches. Permitted characters are case sensitive and can also modify the type of servers 1. Changes the Switch mode to name ...
...page 17), click Setup>Menu. Button Broadcast Scan Security Switch Keyboard Language Devices Names Function Controls multiple servers simultaneously through keyboard and mouse actions. Selecting the display order of legacy console switches. You can consist of A-Z, 0-9, spaces and hyphens...a maximum of servers, HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 connection mode, and a time to 16 servers. Sets password to the console switch, including servers and other legacy console switches. Permitted characters are case sensitive and can also modify the type of servers 1. Changes the Switch mode to name ...
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... settings. Flag Description Flag type by name Flag type by server name or EID number or to save settings. -or- -orSelect EID to display servers numerically by interface adapter ID number. -orSelect Port to complete a soft switch ("Soft switching" on page 19) without displaying the OSD. Clearing all ...23 From the Main dialog box ("Accessing the Main dialog box" on page 17), enter the number of the OSD enables you to display servers numerically by port number. 2. Selecting and setting the OSD hot key command 1. It is strongly recommended to leave the number of a particular ...
... settings. Flag Description Flag type by name Flag type by server name or EID number or to save settings. -or- -orSelect EID to display servers numerically by interface adapter ID number. -orSelect Port to complete a soft switch ("Soft switching" on page 19) without displaying the OSD. Clearing all ...23 From the Main dialog box ("Accessing the Main dialog box" on page 17), enter the number of the OSD enables you to display servers numerically by port number. 2. Selecting and setting the OSD hot key command 1. It is strongly recommended to leave the number of a particular ...
