HP IP Console Switchwith Virtual Media Installation Instructions
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...; Serial • HP Bladesystem CAT5 KVM (not Virtual Media capable) • UTP CAT5 cable (CAT6 and CAT7 can also be sure that the power is displayed after a few seconds. An activity indicator light is on the unit. Several rack-mounting configurations include: • Side-mount • Type A-Square- Installation checklist Before installation, refer to the following tools are required for your original rack hardware kit) Rack-mounting the console switch NOTE: Before installing...
...; Serial • HP Bladesystem CAT5 KVM (not Virtual Media capable) • UTP CAT5 cable (CAT6 and CAT7 can also be sure that the power is displayed after a few seconds. An activity indicator light is on the unit. Several rack-mounting configurations include: • Side-mount • Type A-Square- Installation checklist Before installation, refer to the following tools are required for your original rack hardware kit) Rack-mounting the console switch NOTE: Before installing...
HP Server Console Switch with Virtual Media Installation Instructions
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...; Serial • HP Bladesystem CAT5 KVM (not Virtual Media capable) • UTP CAT5 cable (CAT6 and CAT7 can also be used) Optional item Expansion module (not Virtual Media capable) Required tools The following lists to a power source, using the power cords provided, and power on , the power cord is connected, and the power source is valid. Several rack-mounting configurations include: • Side-mount • Type A-Square- If the activity indicator light...
...; Serial • HP Bladesystem CAT5 KVM (not Virtual Media capable) • UTP CAT5 cable (CAT6 and CAT7 can also be used) Optional item Expansion module (not Virtual Media capable) Required tools The following lists to a power source, using the power cords provided, and power on , the power cord is connected, and the power source is valid. Several rack-mounting configurations include: • Side-mount • Type A-Square- If the activity indicator light...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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... ...69 Network Configuration...70 Firmware Management ...70 Enable Debug Messages ...70 Set/Change Password ...70 Restore Factory Defaults ...71 Reset Appliance ...71 Enable LDAP Debug Messages ...71 Set Web Interface Ports ...71 Input Web Server Certificate ...72 Exit ...72 Configuring the console switch NIC ...73 Recovering a lost console switch serial management password 76 Upgrading the firmware ...78 Upgrading the console switch firmware overview 78 Upgrading the console switch firmware through the local OSD 78 Upgrading the console switch firmware through the HP IP Console Viewer 80...
... ...69 Network Configuration...70 Firmware Management ...70 Enable Debug Messages ...70 Set/Change Password ...70 Restore Factory Defaults ...71 Reset Appliance ...71 Enable LDAP Debug Messages ...71 Set Web Interface Ports ...71 Input Web Server Certificate ...72 Exit ...72 Configuring the console switch NIC ...73 Recovering a lost console switch serial management password 76 Upgrading the firmware ...78 Upgrading the console switch firmware overview 78 Upgrading the console switch firmware through the local OSD 78 Upgrading the console switch firmware through the HP IP Console Viewer 80...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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... system recovery, program installation, file transfers, and BIOS updates from the local or remote console. If the server BIOS supports USB 2.0 composite devices, but the operating system installation program does not, a failure occurs when the keyboard and mouse control is connected to a server using an interface adapter with Virtual Media and establish a local console session. The console switch enables you to the console switch using an HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media. You can map a removable...
... system recovery, program installation, file transfers, and BIOS updates from the local or remote console. If the server BIOS supports USB 2.0 composite devices, but the operating system installation program does not, a failure occurs when the keyboard and mouse control is connected to a server using an interface adapter with Virtual Media and establish a local console session. The console switch enables you to the console switch using an HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media. You can map a removable...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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... main menu for the console switch appears. For more information, refer to your password, restore factory defaults, and reset the appliance. Select Serial Port Setup. Manually change your Linux operating system Help or documentation. From the Configuration menu, scroll down to the Exit the Minicom option, and press Enter. 9. The HyperTerminal menu appears. The COM1 Properties window appears. 4. Log in to the console switch through a serial cable, then click OK. menu...
... main menu for the console switch appears. For more information, refer to your password, restore factory defaults, and reset the appliance. Select Serial Port Setup. Manually change your Linux operating system Help or documentation. From the Configuration menu, scroll down to the Exit the Minicom option, and press Enter. 9. The HyperTerminal menu appears. The COM1 Properties window appears. 4. Log in to the console switch through a serial cable, then click OK. menu...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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... switch, installing 9 console switch, logging in 40 console switch, password protecting 39 console switch, rack mounting 9 console switch, recovering lost password 39, 76 console switch, serial management 68 console switch, setting password 38 console switch, side-mount 11 console switch, standard mount 13 console switch, upgrading firmware through local OSD 78 console switch, upgrading firmware through serial management 80 console switches, cascading 23 console switches, cascading matrix 23 contacting HP 95 controlling the status flag 33 current user connections 50 D deactivating Scan mode...
... switch, installing 9 console switch, logging in 40 console switch, password protecting 39 console switch, rack mounting 9 console switch, recovering lost password 39, 76 console switch, serial management 68 console switch, setting password 38 console switch, side-mount 11 console switch, standard mount 13 console switch, upgrading firmware through local OSD 78 console switch, upgrading firmware through serial management 80 console switches, cascading 23 console switches, cascading matrix 23 contacting HP 95 controlling the status flag 33 current user connections 50 D deactivating Scan mode...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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..., navigation keys 30 overview of installation process 9 overview, cascading console switches 23 overview, HP IP Console Viewer 20 overview, interface adapter 21 overview, local port operation 28 overview, upgrading firmware 78 P password protecting the console switch 39 passwords 38, 39, 70, 76 phone numbers 95 Port column, viewing 29, 92 port, viewing and selecting 29 power cord 99 preempt timeout, assigning 47 preemption, using 47 PS2 interface adapter with Virtual Media 7 R rack mounting hardware 91 rack mounting, console switch 10 rack-mounting configurations 10...
..., navigation keys 30 overview of installation process 9 overview, cascading console switches 23 overview, HP IP Console Viewer 20 overview, interface adapter 21 overview, local port operation 28 overview, upgrading firmware 78 P password protecting the console switch 39 passwords 38, 39, 70, 76 phone numbers 95 Port column, viewing 29, 92 port, viewing and selecting 29 power cord 99 preempt timeout, assigning 47 preemption, using 47 PS2 interface adapter with Virtual Media 7 R rack mounting hardware 91 rack mounting, console switch 10 rack-mounting configurations 10...
HP IP Console Switch with Virtual Media User Guide
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...-level cascade configuration 61 using, Virtual Media in a two-level cascade configuration 60 UTP CAT5 cable spares kit 94 V verifying cascaded console switch firmware 93 verifying console switch firmware 93 Version dialog box 51 versions, displaying 51 viewing and disconnecting user connections 49 viewing, port column 29, 92 viewing, server status 29 Virtual Media 58 Virtual Media, interface adapter components 7 Virtual Media, local 62 Virtual Media, overview 58 Virtual Media, using 58 W web interface ports, set 71 Windows, enabling TFTP 86...
...-level cascade configuration 61 using, Virtual Media in a two-level cascade configuration 60 UTP CAT5 cable spares kit 94 V verifying cascaded console switch firmware 93 verifying console switch firmware 93 Version dialog box 51 versions, displaying 51 viewing and disconnecting user connections 49 viewing, port column 29, 92 viewing, server status 29 Virtual Media 58 Virtual Media, interface adapter components 7 Virtual Media, local 62 Virtual Media, overview 58 Virtual Media, using 58 W web interface ports, set 71 Windows, enabling TFTP 86...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the console switch used for 53 What kind of CAT5 cables are supported 53 Where can I get more information? ...53 Why can remote HP IP Console Switch users not access servers attached to a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch? ...54 Diagnostic tools ...55 Activating Run Diagnostics ...55 Running System Diagnostics...56 Displaying the firmware version...57 Displaying the console switch firmware version 57 Displaying the interface adapter firmware version 57 Updating the firmware ...59 Updating the console switch firmware ...59 Updating the cascaded console switch firmware 59 Updating the...
... the console switch used for 53 What kind of CAT5 cables are supported 53 Where can I get more information? ...53 Why can remote HP IP Console Switch users not access servers attached to a cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch? ...54 Diagnostic tools ...55 Activating Run Diagnostics ...55 Running System Diagnostics...56 Displaying the firmware version...57 Displaying the console switch firmware version 57 Displaying the interface adapter firmware version 57 Updating the firmware ...59 Updating the console switch firmware ...59 Updating the cascaded console switch firmware 59 Updating the...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... versions installed. Has the customer verified the firmware version? Ask the customer to update the console switch firmware ("Updating the console switch firmware" on page 59), interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on page 60), and cascaded console switch firmware ("Updating the cascaded console switch firmware" on , and the cables are connected properly. 3. Does the activity indicator light ("Components" on page 71) on the console switch. Ask the customer to be sure the power source is valid, the power button is blank. Troubleshooting...
... versions installed. Has the customer verified the firmware version? Ask the customer to update the console switch firmware ("Updating the console switch firmware" on page 59), interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on page 60), and cascaded console switch firmware ("Updating the cascaded console switch firmware" on , and the cables are connected properly. 3. Does the activity indicator light ("Components" on page 71) on the console switch. Ask the customer to be sure the power source is valid, the power button is blank. Troubleshooting...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... console switch, UTP CAT5 cables, interface adapters ("Replacing the interface adapter" on page 43), expansion modules ("Replacing the expansion module" on page 42), and servers. 2. Reboot the console switch again (turn the power off the console switch or attempt any cascaded console switches. a. Power on sequence. Power up the server. Troubleshooting 46 Ask the customer to be sure that the console switch is powered on and that the cable connections are correct ("Are the cable connections correct?" Ask the customer to update the console switch firmware ("Updating the console...
... console switch, UTP CAT5 cables, interface adapters ("Replacing the interface adapter" on page 43), expansion modules ("Replacing the expansion module" on page 42), and servers. 2. Reboot the console switch again (turn the power off the console switch or attempt any cascaded console switches. a. Power on sequence. Power up the server. Troubleshooting 46 Ask the customer to be sure that the console switch is powered on and that the cable connections are correct ("Are the cable connections correct?" Ask the customer to update the console switch firmware ("Updating the console...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... console switch. 7. From the Main dialog box, click Commands>IA Status. The indicators change to red and then to save settings. 4. Connect the local port KVM cables to update the interface adapter firmware, simultaneously ("Updating the interface adapter firmware simultaneously" on page 60) and individually ("Updating the interface adapter firmware individually" on page 60). The servers attached to the Main dialog box. Press the Esc key to return to the interface adapters must be powered on the cascaded console switch...
... console switch. 7. From the Main dialog box, click Commands>IA Status. The indicators change to red and then to save settings. 4. Connect the local port KVM cables to update the interface adapter firmware, simultaneously ("Updating the interface adapter firmware simultaneously" on page 60) and individually ("Updating the interface adapter firmware individually" on page 60). The servers attached to the Main dialog box. Press the Esc key to return to the interface adapters must be powered on the cascaded console switch...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... an HP KVM Server Console Switch with another HP KVM Server Console Switch NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for a cascaded console switch and all interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on the cascaded console switch. 18. Power on the main console switch. 17. Power off the cascaded console switch. 13. Disconnect the local KVM cables from the cascaded console switch. 15. Connect a UTP CAT5 cable to the server connection port ("Components" on page 71) on the monitor. 9. Power on the server. 5. Mount the console switches in the rack. 2. Connect the...
... an HP KVM Server Console Switch with another HP KVM Server Console Switch NOTE: To perform a firmware upgrade for a cascaded console switch and all interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on the cascaded console switch. 18. Power on the main console switch. 17. Power off the cascaded console switch. 13. Disconnect the local KVM cables from the cascaded console switch. 15. Connect a UTP CAT5 cable to the server connection port ("Components" on page 71) on the monitor. 9. Power on the server. 5. Mount the console switches in the rack. 2. Connect the...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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...switches 67 Update all interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on the monitor. 21. Power off the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 13. Connect the local port KVM cable to the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 7. Power off the monitor. 14. Disconnect the local KVM cables from the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 15. Connect the other servers to be added to the RJ-45 interface port ("Components" on page 71) on the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 3. Update the main HP IP Console Switch firmware (refer to the server connection port...
...switches 67 Update all interface adapter firmware ("Updating the interface adapter firmware" on the monitor. 21. Power off the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 13. Connect the local port KVM cable to the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 7. Power off the monitor. 14. Disconnect the local KVM cables from the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 15. Connect the other servers to be added to the RJ-45 interface port ("Components" on page 71) on the cascaded HP KVM Server Console Switch. 3. Update the main HP IP Console Switch firmware (refer to the server connection port...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... not have the second port numbers. A symbol that identifies which port the console switch is powered off . Port number of Port number of the first console the cascaded switch console switch 02 02 04 05 Server Status Icon displayed ("Viewing the Server Status column" on page 70) Description The servers are connected to an expansion module so they are using the same port. The interface adapter is not connected or the server is being upgraded. A symbol that identifies to...
... not have the second port numbers. A symbol that identifies which port the console switch is powered off . Port number of Port number of the first console the cascaded switch console switch 02 02 04 05 Server Status Icon displayed ("Viewing the Server Status column" on page 70) Description The servers are connected to an expansion module so they are using the same port. The interface adapter is not connected or the server is being upgraded. A symbol that identifies to...
KVM Server Console Switch Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 53 server connection 45, 48, 51 server status 70 specifications 73 SPS-ADAPTER, SERIAL INTERFACE 23 SPS-ADPTR, INTFC, KYBD/VID/MSE, PS/2 23 SPS-BD-EXPN MOD, KYBD/VID/MSE 24 supported models 51 system, does not recognize cascaded console switches 48 T tips, removal and replacement procedures 28 tools 27, 55 troubleshooting 44 troubleshooting sequence 44 U updating the firmware 44, 46, 48, 59, 60 upgrading interface adapter firmware 48, 60 UTP CAT5 cable...
... 53 server connection 45, 48, 51 server status 70 specifications 73 SPS-ADAPTER, SERIAL INTERFACE 23 SPS-ADPTR, INTFC, KYBD/VID/MSE, PS/2 23 SPS-BD-EXPN MOD, KYBD/VID/MSE 24 supported models 51 system, does not recognize cascaded console switches 48 T tips, removal and replacement procedures 28 tools 27, 55 troubleshooting 44 troubleshooting sequence 44 U updating the firmware 44, 46, 48, 59, 60 upgrading interface adapter firmware 48, 60 UTP CAT5 cable...
HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide
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.../STM/cmvp/documents/fips140-2/FIPS1402IG.pdf). Product features 8 IMPORTANT: The Setup port factory default setting automatically disables the FIPS module. Restore the previously saved database or configuration file. 3. The new saved external file is compatible with the FIPS mode enabled. When FIPS is enabled, if the keyboard, mouse, or video encryption is set to 128-bit SSL or DES, the encryption level is initially disabled and must be enabled or disabled via the...
.../STM/cmvp/documents/fips140-2/FIPS1402IG.pdf). Product features 8 IMPORTANT: The Setup port factory default setting automatically disables the FIPS module. Restore the previously saved database or configuration file. 3. The new saved external file is compatible with the FIPS mode enabled. When FIPS is enabled, if the keyboard, mouse, or video encryption is set to 128-bit SSL or DES, the encryption level is initially disabled and must be enabled or disabled via the...
HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide
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...; Enabling/Disabling local port user authentication, requiring users to log in to configure, by selecting the Name hyperlink. Select Unit View>Appliance>Appliance Settings>Ports>IAs. The interface adapter becomes inoperable and must be returned to upgrade. 3. Select the checkbox next to the interface adapter you want to the factory for the interface adapter: o Baud Rate o Data Bits o Parity o Stop Bits o Flow Control o DTR Mode o Pinout - The IA page appears. 3. To upgrade the interface adapter firmware: 1. Interface adapter serial session settings...
...; Enabling/Disabling local port user authentication, requiring users to log in to configure, by selecting the Name hyperlink. Select Unit View>Appliance>Appliance Settings>Ports>IAs. The interface adapter becomes inoperable and must be returned to upgrade. 3. Select the checkbox next to the interface adapter you want to the factory for the interface adapter: o Baud Rate o Data Bits o Parity o Stop Bits o Flow Control o DTR Mode o Pinout - The IA page appears. 3. To upgrade the interface adapter firmware: 1. Interface adapter serial session settings...
HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide
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... supports USB 2.0 composite devices, but the operating system installation program does not, a failure occurs when the keyboard and mouse control is the composite high-speed USB 2.0 capability of the USB 2.0 interface adapter with Virtual Media, you can connect Virtual Media directly to manage systems more efficiently by performing operating system installation, operating system recovery, program installation, file transfers, and BIOS updates from the BIOS to a server using a USB connection. The console switch enables...
... supports USB 2.0 composite devices, but the operating system installation program does not, a failure occurs when the keyboard and mouse control is the composite high-speed USB 2.0 capability of the USB 2.0 interface adapter with Virtual Media, you can connect Virtual Media directly to manage systems more efficiently by performing operating system installation, operating system recovery, program installation, file transfers, and BIOS updates from the BIOS to a server using a USB connection. The console switch enables...
HP IP and Server Console Switches G2 User Guide
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... Health System log for HP BladeSystem products only) For more information about Care Packs, see the Contact HP website (http://www.hp.com/go /OAlog). • Technical support registration number (if applicable) • Product serial number • Product model name and number • Product identification number • Applicable error messages • Add-on boards or hardware • Third-party hardware or software • Operating system type and revision...
... Health System log for HP BladeSystem products only) For more information about Care Packs, see the Contact HP website (http://www.hp.com/go /OAlog). • Technical support registration number (if applicable) • Product serial number • Product model name and number • Product identification number • Applicable error messages • Add-on boards or hardware • Third-party hardware or software • Operating system type and revision...