User guide

Chapter 2: Installation 13
Installing the DSView management software
The DSView management software is the administrative front end for the DSAuth Server that is
used to configure user information and access levels. The DSView management software can be
installed on the same machine as the DSAuth Server, or on a separate machine and then connected
to the DSAuth Server through the network.
The DSView management software also provides a client interface that displays a listing of servers
that an individual user can access. The DSAuth Server will check your NT domain cached
credentials and provide a list of target devices available to you. There is a refresh option in the
event that a new target device is added, changed or deleted. Once you have selected a target device
from the list, the video of the selected target device will display in a Video Viewer window on the
DS user’s monitor. The DSView management software can be installed on any PC running a
Win32 platform.
During the installation, a window will appear; enter the name or IP address of the PC where the
DSAuth Server is installed. This will be your primary DSAuth Server. Also, if you are installing a
non-English version of the DS Management Software, you will be prompted for the name of a
default user setting.
To install from the CD:
1. Log on to the PC as Administrator.
2. Insert the DS Management Software CD. An autorun file will bring up a menu of
installation options.
3. You will be prompted to select a program to install. Select Install DSView. The software will
check the Avocent web site for a newer version of the DSView management software. If a
newer version is found, it will be automatically downloaded. The installation will then begin.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
To install using the DS Management Software downloaded from Avocent:
1. Log on to the PC as Administrator.
2. Using your DS appliance/DSR switch installer/user guide and quick installation guide,
download the DS Management Software suite from the Avocent web site. (Go to
www.avocent.com and click the Support link. On the Support page, click the Product
Upgrades and Options link.)
3. Double-click on the executable downloaded from Avocent. The installation will begin.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.