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KM0832 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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KM0832 User Manual Package Contents The KM0832 package consists of: 1 KM0832 Matrix KVM Switch 1 Power Cord 1 Rack Mount Kit (brackets and Phillips head hex screws M3 x 8) 1 Foot Pad Set (4 pcs.) 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order. If anything is missing, or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.
KM0832 User Manual Contents FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . .
KM0832 User Manual Chapter 3. Basic Operation Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Switching Daisy-Chained KVM Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Switching Cascaded KVM Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Hot Plugging User Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KM0832 User Manual Set Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Configuring OSD User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Searching for Ports and Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Upgrading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KM0832 User Manual Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Switching to KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Auto Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Setting the Scan Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Invoking Auto Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KM0832 User Manual About This Manual This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your KM0832 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Overview Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the KM0832 System. Its purpose, features, and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
KM0832 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. [] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. 1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The KM0832 Matrix KVM Switch gives IT administrators advanced control of multiple computers. Operators working at up to 8 keyboard, monitor, mouse (KVM) consoles can independently and simultaneously take direct control of up to 32 computers. Using ATEN advanced video routing technology, users can separately access up to 8,000 KVM ports in cascaded KM0832 at the same time.
KM0832 User Manual Features Eight KVM consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 32 directly connected computers Automatic video routing technology enables multiple KVM consoles to access separate ports in cascaded KM0832 at the same time Supports up to 1024 user accounts Supports up to 256 group accounts Easy Web browser access to the KM0832 Administrator Utility to configure and maintain the KVM installation Saves valuable time—backup and restore settings when changing root stati
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KM0832 User Manual Requirements Consoles The following hardware components are required for each KVM console: A VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by any computer in the installation Keyboard and mouse (PS/2 or USB) Console modules are required to connect KVM consoles to the KM0832. They provide flexibility for your installation by allowing PS/2 and USB interfaces to be mixed and matched at the KVM console side.
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KM0832 User Manual Operating Systems The KM0832 supports the following operating systems: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 and higher Mac OS® 9.0 and higher RED HAT® Linux® 6.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 8.0 and higher Mandriva 9.0 and higher SUSE Linux 8.2 and higher Free BSD 3.5.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 and higher Sun Solaris™ 8 and higher Novell NetWare 5.0, 6.0 and higher IBM OS/2 Warp Ver 2.0 IBM AIX 4.3 and higher Microsoft DOS 6.
Chapter 1. Introduction KM0832 Front View 1 4 2 3 5 6 1. POWER LED Lights to indicate that the KM0832 is powered on. 2.
KM0832 User Manual 3. User Port LEDs Lights (green) to indicate that the console module connected to the corresponding user port is online. Flashes when cascaded from the KVM port(s) of a parent KVM switch. Condition Indication Steady Console module is on Flashing User port is cascaded from a powered on KVM switch Off Console module is off 4. SYSTEM RESET Button Pressing in this button performs a system reset.
Chapter 1. Introduction KM0832 Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Power Socket The power cord to the AC source plugs in here. 2. POWER Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the KVM switch on and off. 3. CONFIGURATION Port The KM0832 is connected to the local network via the CONFIGURATION port. It provides access to the KM0832 Administrator Utility to configure the KVM installation, create and manage user and group accounts, set device access permissions, upgrade firmware, etc. 4.
KM0832 User Manual 6. USER PORT The Cat 5 cables from the console modules plug in here. USER PORT 1 shares its KVM access with USER PORT 1 on the front panel. The USER PORT 1 switch (front panel) controls which of the two user ports is active. See USER PORT 1 Switch, page 8, for more information. 7. KVM Ports The Cat 5 cables that link the KVM adapter cables to the KM0832 plug in here.
Chapter 2 Installation Overview For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing the PS/2 and USB interfaces, the KM0832's design utilizes console modules that act as signal translation intermediaries between the KVM consoles and the KVM switch, and KVM adapter cables, that serve as intermediaries between the KVM switch and the computers: KA9120 KA9222A/ KA9272A/ KA9233 KA9130 KA9170 KA9131 KM0832 KA9140 A separate console module is required for each KVM console; likewise, a separate KVM adapter c
KM0832 User Manual Before you Begin 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 131. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Ensure that all equipment to be connected is powered off. 3. Make sure that all devices you will be connecting up are properly grounded. 4. Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
Chapter 2. Installation Stacking and Rack Mounting The KM0832 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted by a variety of different methods in 1U of rack space. The procedures for each method are described in the following sections. Note: Allow at least 5.1 cm on each side for adequate ventilation and 12.7 cm at the rear for power cord and cable clearance. Stacking The KM0832 can be placed on any level surface that can safely support its weight and the weight of the attached cables.
KM0832 User Manual Rack Mounting—Split 1. Remove the four screws from the sides of the unit, two at the front and two at the rear. The two screws at the front secure the detachable front panel to the chassis. Phillips head hex M3 x 6 2. Detach the front panel from the chassis; however, leave the cables attached. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides of the front panel and chassis.
Chapter 2. Installation 3. Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the front and rear of the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.
KM0832 User Manual Rack Mounting—Front 1. Remove the two screws that secure the detachable front panel to the chassis. (See Step 1 under Rack Mounting—Split, page 14.) 2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides at the front of the unit.
Chapter 2. Installation 3. Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the front of the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.
KM0832 User Manual Rack Mounting—Rear 1. Remove the two screws from the sides at the rear of the unit. (See Step 1 under Rack Mounting—Split, page 14.) 2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides at the rear of the unit.
Chapter 2. Installation 3. Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with those in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the rear of the rack. Cage nuts are provided for racks that are not prethreaded.
KM0832 User Manual Single Level Installation In a single level installation, there are no additional KVM switches cascaded or daisy chained down from the first-level KVM switch. To set up a singlelevel installation, refer to the diagram on page 21 (the numbers in the diagrams correspond to the numbered steps) and do the following: 1. Connect the KVM console to the console module. Plug your keyboard, mouse, and monitor into their respective ports on the console module.
Chapter 2. Installation Single Level Installation Diagram 1 Console Module 3 2 6 This product supports several console module and KVM adapter cable types. See Requirements, page 4, and Additional Installation Diagrams, page 137, for details.
KM0832 User Manual Multilevel Installations You can greatly expand the number of computers that can be added to your installation by performing a multilevel installation. The KM0832 supports two types of multilevel installation: Cascading Daisy chaining Overview Cascading involves using the KVM port(s) of a parent KVM switch (one that is above a KVM switch linked down from it) to connect to the user ports of a child KVM switch.
Chapter 2. Installation The table below lists KVM switches that are compatible with the KM0832 and the type of expansion that they use. (KVM switches listed below are sold separately. Contact your dealer for details.
KM0832 User Manual Cascading The KM0832 supports cascading up to 3 levels of KM0832 and 1 level of KVM switches other than the KM0832 (compatible KVM switches are listed above). However, no matter how many levels of KM0832 are cascaded, you can only cascade 1 level of other KVM switches. After cascading a KVM switch other than the KM0832, you cannot cascade anymore KVM switches from that KVM port.
Chapter 2. Installation Use Cat 5 cable to connect the Link port of the console module to one of the user ports on the KM0832's rear panel. (Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all KVM consoles that you wish to connect. Up to 8 KVM consoles may be connected in this fashion.) Note: The distance between any console module and any KVM adapter cable, or the first-level and last-level KVM switches, cannot exceed 300m (1000'). 3.
KM0832 User Manual Cascaded KM0832 Installation Diagram Console Module 26 This product supports several console module and KVM adapter cable types. See Requirements, page 4, and Additional Installation Diagrams, page 137, for details.
Chapter 2. Installation Cascading Matrix Plus KVM Adapter Cables You can connect a chain of Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables to each KM0832 KVM port. When connecting Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables to the KM0832, you do not need to install the MP0101M Master Module as with other matrix KVM switches. The table on page 23 lists compatible Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables and the computer platforms they support.
KM0832 User Manual Matrix Plus KVM Adapter Cable Installation Diagram 1 2 This product supports several Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables. See Additional Installation Diagrams, page 137, for details.
Chapter 2. Installation Cascading Other KVM Switches When cascading KVM switches other than the KM0832, a KVM adapter cable is required. The KVM adapter cable converts the KVM port connector used by the KM0832 to connectors appropriate for the KVM switch that you are installing. Refer to the table on page 5 that lists the KVM adapter cables and the platforms that they support. Note: Only 1 non-KM0832 KVM switch can be cascaded from each KVM port, regardless of its position in the installation.
KM0832 User Manual Daisy Chaining Up to 7 KM0432 or KM0216 Matrix KVM Switches can be daisy chained to the first-level KM0832. When daisy chained with the KM0432 or KM0216, the KM0832 must occupy the master (first-level) position, while the KM0432 or KM0216 must be used as the slave KVM switch(es) (those KVM switches daisy chained from the master KVM switch). When daisy chaining KM0432 or KM0216, KVM Ports 1–4 on the first-level KM0832 will be unusable.
Chapter 2. Installation To set up a daisy-chained installation, refer to the diagram on page 32 and do the following: 1. Use a daisy-chain cable set (described in Cables, page 5) to connect the CHAIN OUT port of the first-level KM0832 to the CHAIN IN port of the slave KM0432 or KM0216 (first station out to second station in, second station out to third station in, etc.). Note: 1.
KM0832 User Manual Daisy-Chained Installation Diagram This product supports several console module and KVM adapter cable types. See Requirements, page 4, and Additional Installation Diagrams, page 137, for details.
Chapter 2. Installation Network Installation You can configure most KM0832 settings from within a Web browser. To do so, you need to install the KM0832 on the local network. To install the KM0832 on the local network: Connect one end of a Cat 5 cable to the Ethernet and the other end to the CONFIGURATION port on the rear panel of the KM0832. Note: It is not necessary to connect cascaded KVM switches to the Ethernet.
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Chapter 3 Basic Operation Hot Plugging The KM0832 supports hot plugging—components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut down the KVM switch.
KM0832 User Manual Powering Off and Restarting Powering off the KM0832 does not affect the computers attached to it. When you restart the KM0832, you will regain control immediately. To replace a KM0832, simply power it down, unplug the cables, plug them into the new KVM switch, and power the new KVM switch on. Note: If any of the computers behave strangely after powering off and restarting, or changing a KVM switch, simply restart the computer.
Chapter 4 Administrator Utility Overview The KM0832 Administrator Utility enables network administrators to securely manage the KM0832 Matrix KVM Switch from anywhere in the world at anytime. Super administrators can manage users and groups, control port access, upgrade firmware versions, and perform many other administrative functions using the intuitive and easy-to-use menus and icons.
KM0832 User Manual Setting the IP Address You can use a Web browser, the IP Installer, or the OSD to configure the KM0832 for deployment on your local network. Or, you can assign an IP address from the command line. To use a Web browser to configure the KM0832 you will need: (1) a computer equipped with a Web browser, (2) an Ethernet hub with at least 2 ports, and (3) 2 Cat 5 cables. To configure the network settings via a Web browser: 1.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 2. Follow the instructions on page 118 of this user manual to manually set the IP address or to view the current settings. (If DHCP is enabled, you will not be able to view the IP address.) To assign an IP address from the command line: 1. Power off the KM0832. 2. At the command line, enter the following command: arp -s is an IP address suitable for the network segment that the KM0832 resides on.
KM0832 User Manual Logging In The KM0832 Administrator Utility provides secure, password-protected access to the KM0832. A default super administrator account is provided to login and configure the initial settings: Username: ADMIN Password: ADMIN We recommend that you change the password for the default super administrator account. Failure to do so may put your matrix KVM switch installation at risk of unauthorized access. See Configuring OSD User Settings, page 79, to change the password.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Upon successfully logging in, the KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Webpage appears.
KM0832 User Manual Menus The menus at the top of the KM0832 Administrator Utility are described in the table below: Menu Description View Clicking the VIEW menu opens the View Webpage, which allows users to configure the OSD screen settings. Settings Clicking the SETTINGS menu opens the Settings Webpage. It allows users to change their account passwords.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Icons The icons at the top of the KM0832 Administrator Utility are described in the table below: Icon Description Upgrade Clicking the UPGRADE icon brings up the Firmware Upgrade Webpage. The super administrator can use this function to upgrade the firmware version. Backup Clicking the BACKUP icon opens the Backup and Restore Settings Webpage.
KM0832 User Manual Tree View Icons A tree view at the left side of the Main Webpage displays the stations and ports. The KM0832 root station icon (at the top of the tree) represents the root node. Under the root station icon are computer icons, chain connector icons, and station icons, which represent the child nodes—one for each KVM port and arranged in ascending order. Clicking on a computer icon opens the Port Management Webpage for that KVM port.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Port Status After logging in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, the Port Status Webpage displays by default. (You can display the Port Status Webpage at any time by clicking on the KM0832 station icon in the tree view. You can view the Port Status Webpage for cascaded stations by clicking the connector icon or station icon for the station.) Users see only those KVM ports for which they have full access and view only privileges.
KM0832 User Manual Naming Stations To help distinguish one KVM switch from another in cascaded installations, super administrators and administrators can assign unique names to each KM0832. Hint: Assigning a name to a station makes it possible to find it later using the search function. To assign a station name to the KM0832: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Setting the Webpage Session Timeout If the length of time that a user is idle in the KM0832 Administrator Utility exceeds the Webpage Session Timeout setting, the user’s session is ended. The valid range for the Webpage Session Timeout is 1–240 minutes. The default is 3 minutes. To set the Webpage Session Timeout for the KM0832 Administrator Utility: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login.
KM0832 User Manual Network Configuration Network configuration is a super administrator function. After logging in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, you should configure the network settings. Network settings are configured through the Network Settings Webpage. To open the Network Settings Webpage: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility IP Installer Setting You can use the IP Installer to view and change network settings for the KM0832. The IP Installer can be downloaded from our Website. Click Enabled to allow the IP Installer to be used to change the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for the KM0832. Click View Only to allow the IP Installer to be used to view the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for the KM0832.
KM0832 User Manual System Event Reports The KM0832 can be configured to send an e-mail notification whenever the DHCP server assigns a new IP address to the KM0832. Enable the Mail Notification feature and specify the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) server address, information for a valid e-mail account on the server, and the email address of the person to whom the message should be sent. To enable system event reports: 1. Under System Event Report Settings, click Yes to enable Mail Notification. 2.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Setting the Date and Time Super administrators can set the date and time of the KM0832, which enables the System Log, Active Sessions, and System Information Webpages to maintain accurate time-sensitive data. To set the date and time: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. From the Administration menu, choose Super Adm Configuration > Date & Time.
KM0832 User Manual 3. Under System Date & Time, select one of the following three options to set the date and time. Synchronize with my computer: Select this option to synchronize the date and time of the KM0832 with that of the computer that you are using to access it. Set manually: Select this option to manually enter the date and time. You must enter the date and time in the following way: a) Date: Enter the date in Arabic numerals, year first, then the month, followed by the day.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Group Management Super administrators can create, modify, and delete up to 255 groups in the KM0832. (An additional default group cannot be modified or deleted.) Grouping users together simplifies KVM port management by enabling actions to be performed that affect a whole group of users, rather than only one. (You can still use the User Management Webpage to change individual user account settings. See User Management, page 58.
KM0832 User Manual 6. Click Save. The new group is added to the Group Management Webpage. Modifying Groups To edit a group account: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Open the Group Management Webpage. 3. Select a group name and click Modify. The Group Information Webpage appears. 4. Edit the group account settings, and then click Save.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Deleting Groups When you delete a group all users that are members of the group are also deleted. If you do not want to delete certain users in the group, first change the group membership of those users, and then delete the group. To delete a group: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Open the Group Management Webpage. 3.
KM0832 User Manual Managing Port Access Rights for Groups Super administrators can manage KVM port access rights for groups from the Group Information Webpage. Please note that you do not need to assign access rights for a group to any KVM port that cascades a KM0832. However, you must assign access rights to KVM ports that cascade non-KM0832 KVM switches.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 2. Click to apply the type of access rights you wish to assign for the group to each KVM port. 3. Click Save to store your changes. 4. To exit without saving changes, click any other menu or icon.
KM0832 User Manual User Management Up to 1023 user accounts can be added to the KM0832 with no restriction on the number of any user type. Each user requires a unique user account to access the KM0832 through a KVM console or through the KM0832 Administrator Utility. Super administrators can add, modify, and delete all user types, while administrators can add, modify, and delete only other administrators and users. (An additional default super administrator account cannot be modified or deleted.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Adding Users To add a user account: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. From the Administration menu, choose Account Management > User Management. If no users have been created the No Local Users Webpage appears. If at least one user has been created already the User Management Webpage appears. Click Add and skip to Step 4. 3. Click New.
KM0832 User Manual 6. Select an account type for the user. The following table shows the permissions for each account type. (Permissions apply only to the local station. For permissions in cascaded and daisy-chained stations, see Cascaded Installations, page 72.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 7. Select a group membership for the user. If you do not wish to create a group membership for the user, then select the default group account. Note: Each user account can have only one group membership. 8. If you want to assign KVM port access rights to the user, see Managing Port Access Rights for Users, page 64. 9. Click Save. The new user is added to the User Management Webpage.
KM0832 User Manual Modifying Users To edit a user account: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Open the User Management Webpage. 3. Select a username and click Modify. The User Information Webpage appears. 4. Edit the user account settings. (Leave the password fields blank to keep the same password.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 5. Click Save. The user account is updated. Deleting Users To delete a user account: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Open the User Management Webpage.
KM0832 User Manual 3. Select a username and click Delete. The following dialog box appears: 4. Click OK to delete the username. The username is removed from the User Management Webpage. Managing Port Access Rights for Users Super Administrators and Administrators can manage port access rights for Users from the User Information Webpage. (You do not need to assign port access rights for Super Administrators and Administrators.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility To manage KVM port access rights for a user: 1. In the User Management Webpage, select a username from the list, and then click Modify. The User Information Webpage appears. The User Information Webpage lists all KVM ports in the installation. KVM ports, whether on the root station, daisy chained, or cascaded, are listed in order of position in the installation. 2. Click to apply the type of access rights you wish to assign for the user to each KVM port.
KM0832 User Manual 3. Click Save to store your changes. 4. To exit without saving changes, click any other menu or icon.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Port Management KM0832 port access rights for users and groups are set on a port-by-port basis, giving administrators a high degree of control over which KVM ports users can access and how they access the KVM ports. To enable users to access KVM ports, you must first configure the user access rights for each KVM port. By default, all super administrators and administrators have full access to all KVM ports.
KM0832 User Manual The Port Select Webpage is divided into two columns. Port IDs, or port numbers, are listed in the column on the left in ascending order. Click the port ID to access the Port Management Webpage for that KVM port. If a KVM port has been named, the name appears to the right of the port ID in the Port Note column. Managing Port Access Each KVM port has an individual Port Management Webpage that is used to set port access rights, assign port names and configure other port settings.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 3. In the Port ID column, click on a port ID to open the Port Management Webpage for that KVM port. The Port Management Webpage appears. The Port Access area of the Port Management Webpage is used to manage port access rights for users and groups. The boxes on the left side of the Webpage show all users and groups that have been created. The boxes on the right side of the Webpage govern port access rights. These boxes are discussed in the table below.
KM0832 User Manual Box Description Available Users Lists users who have not been assigned access rights for the KVM port. Available Groups Lists groups that have not been assigned access rights for the KVM port. No Access Users Lists users who are restricted from access to the KVM port. If a user listed in this box is a member of a group that has permission to access the KVM port, placing the user in this box restricts the user from accessing the KVM port.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility To grant port access rights to users or groups: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Open the Port Management Webpage for the KVM port where you wish to grant access rights. 3. In the Available Users box, click on a username to highlight it. -orIn the Available Groups box, click on a group name to highlight it.
KM0832 User Manual Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have assigned port access rights (or restrictions) for all users and groups. If you make a mistake by adding a user or group to the wrong access rights box, simply highlight the username (or group name) again and then click the corresponding leftward facing arrow. The selected user (or group) is removed from the box and put back into its former position. 4. Click Save.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Configuring Port Settings Before you configure port settings, first verify that the KVM adapter cable for the KVM port you wish to configure is connected to the correct KVM port on the back panel of the KM0832. The fields in the lower section of the Port Management Webpage are described in the table on the following page.
KM0832 User Manual Field Port Note Description Type a name in the Port Note field. Port notes may be up to 15 characters long. Legal characters include: a–z, A–Z, 0–9, space, and hyphen. Enter a unique note for the port that will differentiate it from all other ports in the KVM installation. The port note will appear on the Port Status and Port Select Webpages, in the KM0832 tree next to the computer icon, and in the OSD.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Restoring KVM Port Defaults Clicking the Restore Defaults button at the bottom of the Port Select Webpage restores KVM port defaults. When restoring KVM port defaults, port access rights are revoked for users and groups, port notes and personal view shortcuts are removed, and the Port Operating System and Port Language settings are restored to the original factory default settings. (See Factory Default Settings, page 136.
KM0832 User Manual Setting the OSD View After you create accounts for users, those users can login to the KM0832 Administrator Utility. From there, they can set the OSD view settings for their accounts. This includes selecting the KVM ports that will appear in the OSD port list; the type, position and duration of the port ID display; and the scan mode and scan duration. (The OSD is discussed in Chapter 4.) To open the View Webpage: 1.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility View Mode Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers that are currently listed (displayed) on the OSD main screen. Use this function to broaden or narrow the scope of KVM ports that are listed. The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below: Choice Meaning Personal The OSD lists the KVM ports that the user has set as personal. See SET PERSONAL VIEW on page 107.
KM0832 User Manual Display Duration Display duration determines the length of time that the port ID displays on the screen after a KVM port change. The table below explains the choices: Choice Meaning Always On Displays the port ID at all times. User Defined Lets you select the amount of time (from 1–240 seconds). The default is 3 seconds. A value of 0 (zero) disables this function.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Configuring OSD User Settings This function allows the user to change the account password and set up a unique working environment. A separate profile for each user is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username that is provided during login. To open the Settings Webpage: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2.
KM0832 User Manual Setting Function Change Password Enter the old account password. Enter a new password, and then reenter the password to confirm it. Blank passwords are permitted. Or, do not enter anything to leave the password unchanged. OSD Activation Selects which Hotkey activates the OSD function: [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl]. Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers, the default is the Scroll Lock combination.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Searching for Ports and Stations You can search for KVM ports and cascaded stations in the KVM installation by typing all (or part) of the port or station name. To search for a KVM port: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Click the Search menu. The Search Webpage opens. 3. Type a port note or station name in the Port Note/Station Name field.
KM0832 User Manual Upgrading Firmware Super administrators can upgrade firmware for KM0832 Matrix KVM Switches, attached console modules (except KA9233), KVM adapter cables, and Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables. (To upgrade firmware for KVM switches and console modules not mentioned above, refer to the user manuals for those devices.) As new versions of the KM0832 firmware become available, they can be downloaded from our Website.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Upgrading Firmware via the KM0832 Administrator Utility To upgrade the firmware for all possible devices in the KVM installation: 1. From the computer that was used to download the firmware upgrade package, open a Web browser and login to the KM0832 Administrator Utility (see Logging In, page 40). 2. Click the Upgrade icon. The following dialog box appears: 3. Click OK to enter Firmware Upgrade mode.
KM0832 User Manual the Firmware Image File field. (If you have not yet downloaded the firmware upgrade package, see Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package, page 82.) 7. Decide whether to check the firmware version level. If you select Check Firmware Version, the KM0832 Administrator Utility compares the firmware level of the KM0832 with that of the upgrade files.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Upgrading Firmware via the Firmware Upgrade Utility Before starting the Firmware Upgrade Utility, ensure that both the host computer and first-level KM0832 lie within the same subnet and are not physically separated by a router, gateway, or firewall. (If you have not yet downloaded the firmware upgrade package, see Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package, page 82.) Note: This procedure will not upgrade firmware for cascaded KM0832, console modules, or KVM adapter cables.
KM0832 User Manual 3. Click Next to continue. If multiple master (first-level) stations lie within the subnet, the Select Master Device dialog box appears. 4. Select the KM0832 for which you wish to reinstall the firmware, and then click OK. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The utility inspects your installation. All devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List box.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 5. Select a device in the Device List box to display information about it in the Device Description panel. 6. Select the Check Firmware Version check box if you wish to compare the current firmware version level of the KM0832 to that of the Firmware Upgrade Utility installation files. Click Next to begin reinstalling the firmware.
KM0832 User Manual 8. As the upgrade proceeds, status messages appear in the Status Messages box, and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar. 9. After the upgrade has been completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: 10. Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. After a successful reinstallation, the KVM switches exit Firmware Upgrade mode.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Upgrade Failed If a device fails to complete the upgrade successfully, start the firmware upgrade procedure again. If the KM0832 becomes inoperable after a failed firmware upgrade, follow the procedure to recover from a failed firmware upgrade.
KM0832 User Manual Replacing the Root KM0832 with a Child KM0832 If you replace the root (first-level) KM0832 with a child (lower-level) KM0832, the new root KM0832 will ask you to confirm whether you want to keep the system settings of the previous root KM0832. If you choose to keep the settings, all groups, users, and port notes will be retained. However, some system settings such as date, time, station name, and Webpage Session Timeout may be lost.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Backing Up and Restoring Settings Super administrators and administrators can backup KM0832 system settings to a file and later restore them to the system. We suggest that you backup system settings: before making changes. if you install multiple KM0832 in separate installations and you want to use the same settings. if the KM0832 has a problem and needs to be replaced. when upgrading to a newer version of the KM0832.
KM0832 User Manual To back up system settings: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Click the Backup icon. The Backup and Restore Settings Webpage appears. 3. Under Backup Configuration, enter a password for the backup configuration file if you want password protect it; otherwise, leave this field blank. There are no restrictions on characters that can be used in passwords. 4.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility To restore system configurations: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Click the Backup icon. The Backup and Restore Settings Webpage appears. 3. Under Restore Configuration, enter the password that you used to password protect the backup configuration file. If you did not passwordprotect the file leave this field blank. 4. Click Browse.
KM0832 User Manual Viewing and Ending User Sessions The KM0832 lists all users who are currently logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility and OSD and shows details about their sessions. If a user account is misused, or if another user needs to login to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, super administrators can view and end the sessions of other super administrators, administrators and users.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility To end a user session: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Click the Session icon. The Active Sessions Webpage appears. 3. Select the user whose session you wish to end, and then click End Session. The user is logged out of the KM0832 and the username no longer appears on the Active Sessions Webpage.
KM0832 User Manual Viewing and Clearing the Log File The log file is a record of events that happen in the KM0832 Administrator Utility. It records events such as system boot up and when important administrative changes are made. Each entry is recorded with the date and time that the event happened. User logins and logouts are also recorded, and in addition to the date and time, also include the user's username and IP address. Only super administrators and administrators can view and clear the log file.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility 4. Click OK. The System Log Webpage appears. Each line in the log file is a record of an event that occurred in the KM0832 Administrator Utility during the period of time that you specified on the Event Log Webpage. The log file keeps up to 4096 events in memory. Once that amount is reached, the oldest events are discarded as new events are recorded.
KM0832 User Manual Viewing System Information Super administrators can view information about the KM0832 through the System Information Webpage. It displays the current firmware version(s) of the KM0832 and attached modules, the system time, the network settings, and the file system. To view system information: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2.
Chapter 4. Administrator Utility Viewing Help Most KM0832 Administrator Utility functions are described in Help. To open the help file: 1. If you are not logged in to the KM0832 Administrator Utility, open the KM0832 Login page and login. The KM0832 Administrator Utility Main Screen will appear. 2. Click the Help icon. The KM0832 Help appears. Logging Out Click the Logout icon to end sessions in the KM0832 Administrator Utility.
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Chapter 5 OSD Operation OSD Overview The KM0832 OSD provides a visual, menu-driven, mouse-enabled, interface that offers quick and convenient computer access and control, as well as efficient system administration including user management (access rights, passwords, etc.). Changes made in the OSD are reflected in the KM0832 Administrator Utility and vice-versa. Each OSD menu option activates a function that configures and controls the operation of the KVM installation.
KM0832 User Manual 2. Key in a valid username and password, then press [Enter]. Note: The first time that you (or anyone else) login to the KM0832 OSD, you must use the default super administrator account. The default username is ADMIN and the default password is also ADMIN. This account can neither be deleted nor does it appear in the username list. The username cannot be changed; however, the password can be changed.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation PN This column lists the port numbers for all the KVM ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is to move the highlight bar to it and press [Enter]. TYPE The model number of the KVM adapter cable used to connect the computer to the KVM port. NOTE If a KVM port has been given a name (see SET PC NOTE, p. 116), its name appears in this column.
KM0832 User Manual Port ID Numbering Each KVM port in the KVM installation has a unique port ID. The port ID is composed of up to 4 port numbers separated by hyphens. These port numbers describe a path from the first-level KVM switch through the KVM installation to the target device. In Hotkey mode, you can type a port ID to switch directly to any KVM port in the installation. The port numbers that compose the port ID are displayed in the following order from left to right: Cascaded Installations 1.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation For example, the station ID of the first KM0432 or KM0216 in the daisy chain is 2. 2-1=1 The KM0432 or KM0216’s position in the daisy chain is 1. The table below lists the KM0432 or KM0216’s station ID and its position in the daisy chain. Station ID Position in the Daisy Chain 2 1 3 2 4 3 5 4 6 5 7 6 8 7 3.
KM0832 User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions configure and control the OSD. Examples of what can be accomplished with the OSD include: rapidly switching to any KVM port; auto scanning specifically selected KVM ports; limiting the list of KVM ports you wish to view; managing port names; user management, system administration, and making OSD setting adjustments. All setting changes are stored in temporary memory and remain in effect for the duration of your session.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation F1: HELP Click or press [F1] to access Help. It gives a brief description about each OSD function. It also displays information about the user, such as username, group membership, and the KVM console the user is operating. To return to the OSD main screen, click or press [Esc]. F2: VIEW Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers that are currently displayed (listed) on the main screen.
KM0832 User Manual (continued from previous page) Setting SET PORT ID Function A submenu appears with three selections: ID POSITION—Allows you to position where the port ID appears on the monitor. The default is the upper left corner, but you can have it appear anywhere on the screen.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation F3: SET This function allows the user to change the account password and set up a unique working environment. A separate profile for each user is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username that is provided during login. The settings are explained in the following table: Setting Function CHANGE PASSWORD Enables the user to change the account password.
KM0832 User Manual (continued from previous page) Setting Function SET BEEPER When activated, the beeper sounds whenever a KVM port is changed, when activating the Auto Scan mode (see F7 SCAN, p. 121), or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu. The default is Y (activated). Choices are Y (Yes), or N (No).
Chapter 5. OSD Operation F4: ADM F4 is a (super) administrator only function. It allows them to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. Note: When creating user accounts you must add each user to a group. Therefore, we suggest that you create groups before users. If you do not wish to create groups you may add users to the default group account. However, the default group account cannot be used to grant port access to group members.
KM0832 User Manual (continued from previous page) CREATE USER ACCOUNT 1. The group list appears. 2. From the list, select the group to which you wish to add the new user. 3. Enter a username and a password for the account; reenter the password to confirm it, and then press [Enter]. The username and password may be up to 15 characters long, and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers (A–Z, 0–9). The User Type list appears. 4.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation (continued from previous page) Setting USER ACCESS SETTING Function Allows you to set special access rights for a user to specific KVM ports. If you want a user’s KVM port access rights to be determined by the group, you do not need to modify these settings. 1. The user list appears. 2. Select the user for whom you wish to modify port access rights. A list of all KVM ports appears. 3.
KM0832 User Manual PORT MANAGEMENT Setting PORT ACCESS Function This function allows the administrator to define group and user access to the computers on the installation on a port-by-port basis. Select a KVM port from the list to manage user and group access to the KVM port. A list appears with the following choices: ADD GROUP, SET GROUP ACCESS TYPE, DELETE ACCESS GROUP, ADD USER, SET USER ACCESS TYPE, and DELETE ACCESS USER. To grant port access to a group: 1. Select ADD GROUP. The group list appears.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation (continued from previous page) Setting PORT ACCESS (cont.) Function To grant port access to a user: 1. Select ADD USER. The user list appears. 2. From the list, select the user to whom you wish to grant access to the KVM port. 3. Press [Y] to confirm; or, press [N] to cancel. To set the User Access Type: 1. Select SET USER ACCESS TYPE. A list of all users who have been added to the KVM port appears. 2. From the list, select the user for whom you wish to set the User Access Type.
KM0832 User Manual (continued from previous page) Setting SET PC NOTE Function To help remember which computer is attached to a particular KVM port, every KVM port can be given a name. This function allows the administrator to create, modify, or delete port notes. To edit a port note: 1. Click the KVM port you want, or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter]. 2. Type a new port note, or modify/delete the old one. Port notes may be up to 15 characters long.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation (continued from previous page) Setting Function RESTORE PORT This function revokes port access for users and groups, removes DEFAULT the station name and port notes, and restores original factory default settings for the Port Operating System and Port Language fields. See Factory Default Settings, page 136.
KM0832 User Manual SADM CONFIGURATION Only the super administrator can view and control the functions under this menu. Setting SET NETWORK Function This function allows administrators to configure the network settings for the KM0832 on the Local Area Network (LAN). A submenu appears with the following choices: HTTP PORT, HTTPS PORT, AUTOMATIC IP ADDRESS, and IP ADDRESS SETTING. To set the HTTP port: 1. From the list, select HTTP PORT. 2. Key in the port (typically port 80), and press [Enter].
Chapter 5. OSD Operation (continued from previous page) Setting BROADCAST Function Selecting BROADCAST invokes Broadcast mode. When this function is in effect, commands sent from the KVM console keyboard are broadcast to all available computers in the installation. This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers, such as performing a system wide shutdown, installing or upgrading software, etc.
KM0832 User Manual F5: SCH The Search function provides a convenient method to easily locate KVM ports and cascaded stations by their port notes. To search for a KVM port: 1. From the OSD main screen, press or click [F5]. 2. In the field that appears, enter the port note of the KVM port for which you are searching. All port notes that match or contain the search term(s) appear in a list.
Chapter 5. OSD Operation F7: SCAN This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. The selection of KVM ports to be included for Auto Scanning is made with the SCAN MODE setting under the F2 SET function (see SET SCAN on p. 108).
KM0832 User Manual F8: LOUT LOUT (logout) logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the KVM console screen. This is different from simply pressing [Esc] to deactivate the OSD when you are at the main screen. With this function you must login all over again to regain access to the OSD, whereas with [Esc], all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD Hotkey. Note: 1. When you reenter the OSD after logging out, the screen stays blank except for the OSD main screen.
Chapter 6 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular KVM port directly from the keyboard. Note: Hotkeys work best in single level and basic cascaded or daisy-chained installations. For installations that combine daisy chaining and cascading, it is simpler, more convenient, and more efficient to use the OSD.
KM0832 User Manual When Hotkey mode is active: The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession. They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit Hotkey mode. An on-screen command line appears. The command line prompt is the word HOTKEY: in white text on a blue background. Text that you key in while in Hotkey mode displays here.
Chapter 6. Hotkey Operation Auto Scanning Auto Scan mode switches among all the KVM ports that are accessible to the current operator at regular intervals (see SCAN MODE under SET SCAN, p. 108, for information regarding accessible KVM ports). This function is convenient for automatically monitoring the activity of the computers on the installation.
KM0832 User Manual Invoking Auto Scan To start Auto Scanning, key in the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke Hotkey mode (see p. 123). 2. Press [A]. After you press A, you automatically exit Hotkey mode, and enter Auto Scan mode, and Auto Scanning begins. While you are in Auto Scan mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular KVM port either by pressing P or with a left-click of the mouse.
Chapter 6. Hotkey Operation and mouse clicks can be input. You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain normal control of the KVM console. 3. To exit Auto Scan mode press [Esc] or [Spacebar]. Auto Scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan mode. Hotkey Beeper Control The beeper (see SET BEEPER, p. 110) can be toggled on and off by means of a hotkey. To toggle the beeper, enter the following hotkey combination: 1. Invoke Hotkey mode (see p. 123). 2. Press [B] After you press B, the beeper toggles on or off.
KM0832 User Manual Hotkey Summary Table [Num Lock] + [-] [port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the KVM port that corresponds to that port ID. [T] [n] [Enter] Sets the Auto Scan mode interval to n seconds—where n is a number from 1– 240. [A] Invokes Auto Scan mode. -or[Num Lock] + [*] When Auto Scan mode is in effect, press [P] or left-click to pause Auto Scan mode. When Auto Scan mode is paused, press any key or left-click to resume Auto Scan mode. Press [Esc] or [Spacebar] to exit Auto Scan mode.
Chapter 7 Keyboard Emulation Apple Keyboard The IBM PC keyboard (101/104 keys) can emulate the functions of the Apple keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
KM0832 User Manual Sun Keyboard The IBM PC keyboard (101/104 keys) can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below.
Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water. Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers. The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation.
KM0832 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack.
KM0832 User Manual Technical Support International Email Support Email your questions and concerns to: support@aten.com Online Support 1. Online technical support is available to ALTUSEN customers through our e-Support Center: http://support.aten.com Technical Support Troubleshooting Software Updates 2.
Appendix Specifications Function Computer Connections KM0832 Direct 32 Max 8,000 Console Connections 8 Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys Connectors Switches LEDs Console Port 8 x RJ-45 female KVM Port 32 x RJ-45 female Daisy Chain 1 x HPDB-50 female (Black) Configuration 1 x RJ-45 female Maintenance 1 x RJ-45 female Power 1 x 3-prong AC Socket Reset 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton Power 1 x Rocker F/W Upgrade Recovery 1 x Slide User Port 1 1 x Slide User Port (On Line) 8 (Green) K
KM0832 User Manual Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default View Mode Accessible + Powered Port ID Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration User Defined (3 seconds) Scan Duration 5 seconds Scan Mode Accessible + Powered OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Logout Timeout 0 (Disabled) Screen Blanker 0 (Disabled) Hotkey Command Mode On (Enabled) Beeper On (Activated
Appendix Additional Installation Diagrams KA9222A PS/2 Console Module CON SOLE KA9233 PS/2-USB Console Module KA9272A USB Console Module CON SOLE 137
KM0832 User Manual EN AT by KA8120 PS/2 KVM Adapter Cable 138 E L U 20 D 1 O 9 M KA U .
Appendix KA9120 PS/2 KVM Adapter Cable KA9130 Sun Legacy KVM Adapter Cable 139
KM0832 User Manual KA9131 Sun USB KVM Adapter Cable KA9140 Serial KVM Adapter Cable CONSOLE SERIAL TERMINAL UPGRADE PORT VT-100 KA9170 USB KVM Adapter Cable 140 NORMAL F/W UPGRADE
Appendix Matrix Plus KVM Adapter Cables MP0120 MP0130 MP0131 141
KM0832 User Manual Trusted Certificates Overview When you try to login to the KM0832 from your Web browser, a Security Alert message appears to inform you that the device’s certificate is not trusted, and asks if you want to proceed. The certificate can be trusted, but the alert is triggered because the certificate’s name is not found on Microsoft’s list of Trusted Authorities.
Appendix Installing the Certificate To install the certificate: 1. In the Security Alert dialog box, click View Certificate. The Certificate dialog box appears. Note: There is a red and white X logo over the certificate to indicate that it is not trusted. 2. Click Install Certificate. 3. Follow the Installation Wizard to complete the installation. Unless you have a specific reason to choose otherwise, accept the default options. The Wizard presents a caution screen: (Continues on next page.
KM0832 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 4. Click Yes. 5. Click Finish to complete the installation. 6. Click OK to close the dialog box.
Appendix When you click View Certificate, you can see that the red and white X logo is no longer present—further indication that the certificate is trusted. Entering the ok Prompt (Sun Solaris) If you are using a PC keyboard to control a Sun Solaris server and want to use Stop-A keys to enter the ok prompt, do the following: Note: Before entering the ok prompt, consult the server’s documentation for any precautionary steps that you should take.
KM0832 User Manual Troubleshooting General Problem Solution I can’t use the KA9222 or KA9272 Console Modules with the KM0832. The KM0832 does not support these two console modules. Instead, use the KA9222A, KA9272A, and KA9233 Console Modules with the KM0832. The KVM console monitor does not display and there is no response to keyboard and mouse input. 1. Verify that all cables are securely connected and in good condition, including those of the console modules, KVM adapter cables, and Cat 5 cable.
Appendix Problem Possible Cause Action When I login, the browser generates a CA Root certificate is not trusted, or a Certificate Error response. The certificate’s name The certificate can be trusted. See Trusted Certificates, page 142, is not found on for details. Microsoft’s list of Trusted Authorities. Some characters I enter from the keyboard do not display correctly.
KM0832 User Manual Sun Systems Problem Video display problems with HDB-15 interface systems (e.g. Sun Blade 1000 servers). Solution The display resolution should be set to 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz. Under Text Mode: 1. Enter the ok prompt (see page 145) and issue the following firmware commands: setenv output-device screen:r1024x768x60 reset-all Under XWindow: 1. Open a console and issue the following command: m64config -res 1024x768x60 2. Log out. 3. Log in.
Appendix Restoring Original Factory Default Settings You can restore the original factory default settings for the KM0832 Matrix KVM Switch. The original password for the default super administrator account is restored; all super administrator, administrator, user, and group accounts are removed from the system. Only the station name, Webpage Session Timeout setting, network settings, and date and time are retained. This procedure requires the use of a jumper cap. 1.
KM0832 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 5. Turn off the KM0832 and unplug the power cord. 6. Remove the jumper cap from pins 1-2 of the J3 jumper. 7. Replace the cover on the KVM switch. Plug in the power cord and turn on the KM0832. 8. You should now use the default username and password to login to the KM0832 Administrator Utility and OSD.
Appendix Limited Warranty ALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective, contact ALTUSEN's support department for repair or replacement of your unit. ALTUSEN will not issue a refund. Return requests can not be processed without the original proof of purchase.
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Index A accounts, managing, 53, 58, 111 activating the OSD, 109 Active Sessions Webpage, 94 force logout, 94 viewing, 94 administrator functions, 111 accounts, managing, 111 ports, managing, 114 SADM configuration, 118 stations, naming, 117 system information, 117 Administrator Utility active sessions, viewing, 94 backing up settings, 91 date and time, setting, 51 default username and password, 40 event log, 96 factory default settings, 136 firmware, upgrading, 82 force logout, 94 groups, managing, 53 Help,
KM0832 User Manual Hotkey, 127 Broadcast mode, 119 restoring, 149 FCC information, ii firmware upgrade, 82 recovery, 89 recovery switch, 9 Firmware Upgrade Webpage, 83 force logout, 94 C cables, 5 cascading, 24 Matrix Plus KVM adapter cables, 27 chaining, daisy, 30 CONFIGURATION port, 9, 33 console modules, 4, 10, 11 installation diagrams, 137 CPU modules.
Index IP address, default, 136 IP Installer, 49 K keyboard emulation Mac, 129 Sun, 130 keyboard language layout, 116 keyboard layout, 74 keyboards, 74 KM0832 assigning names, 46 desktop mounting, 13 front view, 7 rack mounting, 13 rear view, 9 stacking, 13 KM0832 Administrator Utility.
KM0832 User Manual main screen headings, 103 managing ports, 114 naming stations, 117 navigating, 103 overview, 101 password, default, 102 passwords, setting, 109 port defaults, restoring, 117 port ID, 108 port shortcuts, 107 ports, managing, 114 restoring port defaults, 117 restoring user defaults, 110 Screen Blanker function, 80, 109 Search function, 120 shortcuts, port, 107 stations, naming, 117 system information, 117 time, setting, 118 user defaults, restoring, 110 user settings, 79, 109 username, def
Index OSD view, 76, 107 passwords, 80, 109 personal view, 77, 107 Settings Webpage, 79 shortcuts, port, 107 Simple Mail Transfer Protocol configuration, 50 SJ/T 11364-2006, ii Skip mode, 78, 108, 121, 126 SMTP.
