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Tripp Lite NetDirector B020-008-17 Owner's Manual

Tripp Lite NetDirector B020-008-17 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • www.tripplite.com/support Copyright © 2014 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Note: Follow these instructions and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to prevent damage to this unit or to its connected devices.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Package Contents • 1 KVM Switch (B020-008-17 or B020-016-17) • 1 PS/2 KVM Cable Kit • 1 USB KVM Cable Kit • Firmware Upgrade Cable • 1 Owner’s Manual CD • Power Cord Check to see that the unit arrived undamaged, with all of its contents. Table of Contents 1.

  • Page 3: Features

    * Optional external console ports are included on the NetDirector Console KVM Switches. 2.3 Cables This KVM switch requires the following custom-wired premium cables: Function Tripp Lite Part To Connect a PS/2 Computer to the KVM P774- Series PS/2 KVM Cable Kit To Connect a USB Computer to the KVM...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    3. Introduction 3.1 Front View of Console KVM Switch Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in (see item 13 in this list). After sliding the KVM module out, flip up the cover to access the LCD monitor.

  • Page 5: Rear View Of Console Kvm Switch

    3. Introduction 3.2 Rear View of Console KVM Switch Daisy-Chain Port CPU Port Section The cables that link to the computers plug in here. Note: The shape of these 15-pin connectors has been specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in (see the Cables section on page 3, for details).

  • Page 6: Installation

    Reliable grounding of rackmounted equipment should be maintained. To protect against circuit overloading, you should connect your NetDirector Console KVM and attached computers/servers to a Tripp Lite SmartPro or SmartOnline UPS System.

  • Page 7: Single-Station Installation

    (Can also be used to connect a B051-000 IP unit). 3. Use the correct Tripp Lite KVM cable kits (as described in the Cables section on page 3), to connect a computer’s Keyboard, Video and Mouse ports to any available port on the KVM switch.

  • Page 8: Basic Operation

    5. Basic Operation 5.1 Opening the NetDirector Console KVM The console is located under the top cover. To access the console, slide the console module out and raise the cover. Note: As a safety precaution, to keep the console from accidentally sliding out, the console is locked into the In position.

  • Page 9: Lcd Osd (On-Screen Display) Configuration

    5. Basic Operation 5.3 LCD OSD (On-Screen Display) Configuration The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display: • To open up the LCD OSD main menu, press the button marked Menu. • Use the | and | buttons to navigate and make adjustments. After navigating to a setting choice, use the Menu button to bring up the adjustment screen.

  • Page 10: Hotkeys

    6. Hotkeys 6.1 Port Selection NetDirector KVM Switches provide three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual push-buttons, OSD (On Screen Display) menus and Hotkey commands. Manual Port Switching (Console KVM Switches Only) • Press the push-button of the port you want the KVM to focus on. •...

  • Page 11: Port Id Numbering

    6. Hotkeys 6.4 Port ID Numbering Each CPU port in an installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made up of two parts: a Station Number, and a Port Number: • The Station Number is a two-digit number that identifies the switch’s position in the daisy chain sequence.

  • Page 12: Starting Auto Scan

    6. Hotkeys 6.8 Starting Auto Scan To start Auto Scanning, enter the following Hotkey combination: 1) Invoke Hotkey Mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] combination 2) Key in [A]. After you press A, you automatically exit Hotkey Mode and enter Auto Scan Mode. 3) An autoscan can be paused at any time (see below).

  • Page 13: Hotkey Summary Table

    6. Hotkeys 6.12 Hotkey Summary Table Hotkey Sequence – Starting with [Num Lock] + [-] or [Num Lock] + [*] then … [Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer connected to that Port ID. Sets the Auto Scan interval to n seconds - where n is a number from [T] [n] [Enter] 1 - 255.

  • Page 14: Osd (On-Screen Display) Operation

    7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation 7.1 OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD) is used for all computer control and switching procedures. All procedures start from the OSD Main Menu. To pop up the Main Menu, hold down the [Fn] key and tap the [Scroll Lock] key twice.

  • Page 15: Osd Main Screen Headings

    7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation 7.3 OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation SN-PN This column lists the Port ID numbers (Station Number - Port Number) for all the CPU ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the Highlight Bar to it, then press [Enter]. An arrow in this column indicates that the corresponding port is selected for Quick View scanning (see Set Quick View Ports, page 18).
  • Page 16 7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation F3 Set Environment (SET) This function allows each User and the Administrator to set up their own working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the Username that was provided during Login.
  • Page 17 7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation F4 Administrator (ADM) F4 is an Administrator-only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting double-click it or use the Up / Down Arrow Keys to move the highlight bar to the item and press [Enter].
  • Page 18 7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation Setting Function SET QUICK VIEW Allows the Administrator to select which Ports are to be Quick View ports. PORTS To select/deselect a port as a Quick View Port, double-click the desired port, or use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it, then Press [Enter].
  • Page 19 7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation F5 Skip (SKP) Invokes the Skip (SKP) Mode by clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5]. This function skips backward or forward—switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one. •...
  • Page 20 7. OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation F7 Scan (SCAN) Invoke the Auto Scan Mode by clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7]. This function allows you to cycle through available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself.

  • Page 21: Firmware Upgrade Utility

    8. Firmware Upgrade Utility 8.1 Before You Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following: 1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to www.tripplite.com/support and choose the model name that relates to your device to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages.

  • Page 22: Starting The Upgrade

    8. Firmware Upgrade Utility 8.2 Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Utility by double-clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears.

  • Page 23: Upgrade Succeeded

    8. Firmware Upgrade Utility 8.3 Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. 8.4 Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully, a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry. Click Yes to retry.

  • Page 24: Firmware Upgrade Recovery

    8. Firmware Upgrade Utility 8.5 Firmware Upgrade Recovery A firmware upgrade recovery is required in any of the following situations: • When you invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode (see page 21), but decide not to proceed with the upgrade. • When the main board firmware upgrade fails. •...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    9. Appendix A 9.1 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erratic behavior. Unit not receiving Check that the Power Adapter supplied with enough power. the unit is plugged in and functioning properly. All Station IDs display Station 1 has lost Wait a few seconds for the system to reinitial- as 01.

  • Page 26: Osd Factory Default Settings

    The user must use shielded cables and connectors with this equipment. Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Tripp Lite could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Tripp Lite warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. Tripp Lite’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products.
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