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Dell Remote Console Switch User Manual (188 pages)
Brand:
Dell
| Category:
Switch
| Size: 5.75 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Product Overview
11
Features and Benefits
11
Reduce Cable Bulk
12
KVM Switching Capabilities
12
Multiplatform Support
12
True Serial Capabilities
13
Local and Remote User Interfaces
13
Virtual Media and Smart Card-Capable Switches
13
On-Board Web Interface
14
Access the Switch Using a Standard TCP/IP Network
14
Encryption
14
Video
14
Flash Upgradeable
15
Tier Expansion
15
Avocent Management Software Plug-In
15
FIPS Cryptographic Module
15
Sample Configuration
17
Safety Precautions
18
General
19
LAN Options
20
Installation
23
RCS Quick Setup
23
Getting Started
25
Setting up Your Network
26
Rack Mounting the RCS
26
Rack Mounting Safety Considerations
26
Installing the Dell Readyrails™ System
27
Installing the RCS
32
Connecting the RCS Hardware
35
Connecting a SIP
39
Adding a Tiered Switch
41
Cascading with Legacy Switches
44
Adding a PEM (Optional)
46
Configuring the Remote Console Switch
48
Setting up the Built-In Web Server
48
Connecting to the OBWI through a Firewall
48
Verifying the Connections
51
Rear Panel Ethernet Connection Leds
51
Rear Panel Power Status Leds
51
Adjusting Mouse Settings on Target Devices
52
Local and Remote Configuration
53
Local User Interface (UI)
53
Filtering
54
Obwi
55
Using the User Interfaces
57
Launching a Session
59
Scan Mode
60
Viewing System Information
61
RCS Tools
62
Rebooting the RCS
62
Upgrading RCS Firmware
62
Saving and Restoring RCS Configurations and RCS User Databases
63
Network Settings
65
DNS Settings
66
NTP Settings
67
SNMP Settings
67
Auditing Event Settings
68
Setting Event Destinations
68
Ports - Configuring Sips
69
Upgrading Sips
69
Power Device Settings
70
Associated Target Servers and Power Outlets
71
Grouping Power Outlets
73
Default Outlet Names
74
Assigning an Outlet Name
75
Local Session Page on the Local Port
79
Local Port UI Settings
80
Modem Settings
81
Setup Settings - Port Security
82
Sessions
82
Configuring General Sessions
82
Configuring KVM Sessions
83
Configuring Local Virtual Media Sessions
83
Configuring Serial Sessions
87
Setting up User Accounts
87
Managing Local Accounts
87
Access Levels
87
Avocent Management Software Device IP Addresses
89
Ldap
89
Override Admin
89
Active Sessions
90
Closing a Session
90
The Video Viewer Window
91
Changing the Toolbar
93
Session Time-Out
94
Launching a Session
94
Window Size
95
Adjusting the View
95
Refreshing the Image
97
Video Settings
97
Additional Video Adjustment
97
Target Video Settings
99
Automatic Video Adjustment
99
Video Test Pattern
100
Vendor-Specific Video Settings
100
Color Settings
100
Adjusting Color Depth
100
Contrast and Brightness
101
Noise Settings
101
Detection Thresholds
101
Mouse Settings
102
Adjusting Mouse Options
102
Cursor Type
102
Mouse Scaling
105
Mouse Alignment and Synchronization
105
Virtual Media
106
Requirements
106
Sharing and Preemption Considerations
107
Virtual Media Dialog Box
107
Opening a Virtual Media Session
108
Closing a Virtual Media Session
111
Smart Cards
112
Keyboard Pass-Through
113
Macros
114
Saving the View
114
Closing a Session
114
LDAP Feature for the RCS
115
The Structure of Active Directory
115
Domain Controller Computers
115
Object Classes
116
Attributes
117
Schema Extensions
117
Standard Schema Versus Dell Extended Schema
118
Standard Installation
119
Configure the Override Admin Account
120
Configuring DNS Settings
120
Configuring the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Settings
122
Configuring the LDAP Authentication Parameters
122
Enabling LDAP Authentication
122
Entering Authentication Parameters - Operational Modes
125
Entering Extension Options - Active Directory LDAP
126
Entering Authentication Parameters - Standard LDAP
126
Entering Authentication Parameters - Custom IP Port Assignments
127
Completing LDAP Configuration
128
Secondary LDAP Settings - Standard Configuration
129
Setting up the RCS for Performing Standard LDAP Queries
129
Search Configuration Settings
130
Query Mode Selection Settings
131
Group Configuration Parameters
132
LDAP SSL Certificates
137
Enabling SSL on a Domain Controller
138
Login Timeout
142
CA Certificate Information Display
143
Configuring Group Objects
144
Active Directory Object Overview for Standard Schema
147
Dell Extended Schema Active Directory Object Overview
149
Configuring Active Directory with Dell Schema Extensions to Access Your RCS
153
Extending the Active Directory Schema (Optional)
153
Installing the Dell Extension to the Active Directory Users and Computers Snap-In (Optional)
154
Opening the Active Directory Users and Computers Snap in
155
Adding Users and Privileges to Active Directory with Dell Schema Extensions
155
Creating a SIP Object
155
Creating a Privilege Object
156
Using Dell Association Objects Syntax
157
Creating an Association Object
158
Adding Objects to an Association Object
158
Console Redirection Access Security
159
Using Active Directory to Log in to the RCS
160
Target Device Naming Requirements for LDAP Implementation
161
Frequently Asked Questions
162
Appendix A: Terminal Operations
165
Console Boot Menu Options
165
Console Main Menu Options
166
Appendix B: Using Sips
167
ACS Console Server Port Pinouts
167
Cisco Port Pinouts
168
Appendix C: MIB and SNMP Traps
169
Appendix D: Cable Pinouts Information
175
Modem Pinouts
175
Console/Setup Pinouts
176
Appendix E: UTP Cabling
177
UTP Copper Cabling
177
Wiring Standards
177
Cabling Installation, Maintenance, and Safety Tips
178
Appendix F: Sun Advanced Key Emulation
181
Appendix G: Technical Specifications
183
Appendix H: Technical Support
187
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Dell Remote Console Switch User Manual (106 pages)
Dell 1082DS/2162DS/4322DS Remote Console Switch Software User's Guide
Brand:
Dell
| Category:
Software
| Size: 0.91 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
1 Product Overview
7
Features and Benefits
7
Powerful Customization Capabilities
7
Extensive Remote Console Switch Management
7
Authentication and Authorization
8
System Components
8
RCS Explorer Window
8
Video Viewer
9
Interoperability with Avocent® Products
9
Operating Features
10
Target Device Naming
10
Target Device Name Displays
10
Sorting
11
Ipv4 and Ipv6 Network Address Capabilities
11
2 Installation
13
Installing the Software
15
Uninstalling the Software
16
Starting the Software
16
Configuring Switches and Target Devices
17
Web Interface Installation and Setup
19
3 Basic Software Operation
21
Viewing Your System in the Explorer
21
Customizing the Window Display
23
Adding a Remote Console Switch (Dell or Avocent)
23
Accessing Your Remote Console Switch
31
Launching the VNC or RDP Viewer
33
Changing Server and Switch Properties
33
General Properties
33
Server Network Properties
35
Switch Network Properties
35
Information Properties
36
Server Connections Properties
37
VNC Properties
38
RDP Properties
39
Accessing a Server Via a Browser Window
40
Changing Server and Switch Options
40
General Options
41
Default Browser
41
Changing Directdraw Support (Windows os Only)
42
HTTP/HTTPS Options
43
VNC Options
43
RDP Options
44
Organizing Your System
44
Modifying Custom Field Names
46
Creating Folders
47
Assigning a Unit to a Site, Location, or Folder
47
Deleting and Renaming
48
Customizing the Explorer Window
50
Modifying the Selected View on Startup
50
Changing the Default Browser
51
Managing Your Local Databases
51
Saving a Database
51
Loading a Database
52
Exporting a Database
52
4 Using the Viewer
55
Accessing Servers from the RCS Software
55
Interacting with the Server Being Viewed
57
Viewer Window Features
58
Adjusting the Viewer
60
Adjusting the Viewer Resolution
63
Adjusting the Video Quality
64
Minimizing Remote Video Session Discoloration
66
Improving Screen Background Color Display
66
Setting Mouse Scaling
67
Minimizing Mouse Trailing
68
Improving Mouse Performance
68
Reducing Mouse Cursor Flickering
69
Viewing Multiple Servers Using the Scan Mode
69
Scanning Your Servers
69
Thumbnail View Status Indicators
71
Navigating the Thumbnail Viewer
72
Using Macros to Send Keystrokes to the Server
73
Session Options - General Tab
75
Screen Capturing
76
Session Sharing Options
77
Automatic Sharing
77
Exclusive Mode
79
Stealth Connection
81
Preemption Mode
82
Virtual Media
84
Sharing and Preemption
85
Launching Virtual Media
86
Mapping Virtual Media Drives
87
Virtual Media Connection Status
88
Virtual Media Sessions
88
A Appendix A: Updating RCS Software
93
B Appendix B: Keyboard and Mouse
95
C Appendix C: TCP Ports
99
D Appendix D: Technical Support
101
Index
103
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