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KH0116 User ManualxPort Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Chapter 3.OSD Operatio

KH0116 User ManualxiAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KH0116 system. It covers all aspects of installat

KH0116 User ManualxiiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.[ ]Indicates keys you shou

KH0116 User ManualxiiiALTUSEN InformationTechnical SupportGetting HelpFor additional help, advice, and information, ALTUSEN provides several support o

KH0116 User ManualxivProduct InformationFor information about all of ALTUSEN's products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit A

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe KH0116 KVM Switch is a control units that allow access to multiple computers from a single KVM (keyboard, monitor, a

KH0116 User Manual2Access to any computer on the installation is easily accomplished either by entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard, or by m

Chapter 1. Introduction3Features A single console controls up to 16 computers Dedicated chain ports - daisy chain up to 31 additional units - contr

KH0116 User Manual4Hardware RequirementsConsole A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any com

Chapter 1. Introduction5ComponentsKH0116 Front View(Continues on next page.)No. Component Description1 Port LEDs The Port LEDs provide status informa

KH0116 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case t

KH0116 User Manual6(Continued from previous page.)No. Component Description3 Remote Console AreaThe KH0116 can be operated from a remote console (up t

Chapter 1. Introduction7KH0116 Rear View* See the Cables section on p. 4 for cable details.No. Component Description1 Power Socket2Power Switch3 Loc

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9Chapter 2Installation and OperationBefore You BeginRack MountingThe KH0116 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience and flexibility, the m

KH0116 User Manual10Single Stage InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chained down from the first unit.

Chapter 2. Installation and Operation11Daisy ChainingTo control even more computers, up to 31 additional switches can be daisy chained down from the

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Chapter 2. Installation and Operation13Remote Console OperationOverviewOperating the KH0116 from a remote KVM console (up to 150m away), is accomplis

KH0116 User Manual14CE-250R InstallationInstallation is simply a matter of plugging in cables. Make sure that all the equipment to be connected up is

Chapter 2. Installation and Operation15CE-250R OperationWith the Remote Console installed, the default situation is for both the Local and Remote con

KH0116 User ManualiiiUser NoticeAll information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notifi

KH0116 User Manual16Hot PluggingThe KH0116 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their

Chapter 2. Installation and Operation17Port ID NumberingEach Computer Port on a KH0116 installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made

KH0116 User Manual18Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the KH0116 units, before starting it back up you must do th

19Chapter 3OSD OperationOverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All procedure

KH0116 User Manual20When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administrator's Main Scre

Chapter 3. OSD Operation21OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate the OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window; or pr

KH0116 User Manual22OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, rapidly switching to any port; scanning only se

Chapter 3. OSD Operation23F2 LIST:This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many

KH0116 User Manual24F3 SET:This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up his own working environment. A separate profile for each is

Chapter 3. OSD Operation25(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionPORT ID DISPLAYMODESelects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alo

KH0116 User ManualivSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions

KH0116 User Manual26F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD

Chapter 3. OSD Operation27(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is at

KH0116 User Manual28(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTSThis function lets the Administrator s

Chapter 3. OSD Operation29(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionRESET STATION IDSIf you change the position of one of the Stations in the da

KH0116 User Manual30F5 SKP:Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip (SKP) Mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or forwar

Chapter 3. OSD Operation31F6 BRC:F6 is an Administrator only function. Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], invokes Broadcast (BRC) Mode. When th

KH0116 User Manual32F7 SCAN:Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan Mode. This function allows you to automatically switch among the

Chapter 3. OSD Operation33F8 LOUT:Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console screen

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35Chapter 4Hotkey OperationHotkey Port ControlHotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.

KH0116 User Manualv Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disconnecting po

KH0116 User Manual36Selecting the Active PortEach Computer Port is assigned a Port ID (see Port ID Numbering, p. 17). You can directly access any comp

Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation37Invoking Auto ScanTo start Auto Scanning, key in the following Hotkey combination:1. Invoke Hotkey Mode (see p. 35).2. P

KH0116 User Manual38Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port

Chapter 4. Hotkey Operation39Hotkey Beeper ControlThe Beeper (see Activate Beeper, p. 27) can be Hotkey toggled On and Off. To toggle the Beeper, key

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41Chapter 5The Firmware Upgrade UtilityIntroductionThe purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility(FWUpgrade.exe) is to provide an automated

KH0116 User Manual42Before You BeginTo prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility43Performing the UpgradeStarting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Pa

KH0116 User Manual443. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears:The Utility inspects your installation. All the device

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility455. As you select devices, a detailed description of each appears in the Device Description panel.6. After yo

KH0116 User ManualviRack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that

KH0116 User Manual46Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish t

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility47Upgrade FailedIf the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retr

KH0116 User Manual48Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke Firmware U

49 AppendixKH0116 Connection TableThe following table indicates the relationship between the number of KH0116 units and the number of computers that t

KH0116 User Manual50SpecificationsFunction SpecificationConnectors Console VGA 1 x HDB-15 FConsole K/M 2 x 6 pin mini DIN F (KB - Gr; M - Pur)Computer

Appendix51Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become co

KH0116 User Manual52TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionMouse and/or Keyboard not responding.Improper mouse and/or keyboard reset.Unplug the c

53IndexAActivate Beeper, 27ADM, 26Administrator functions, 26Administrator Login Failure, 51ALTUSEN Information, xiiiAuto Scanning, 32, 36Invoking Aut

54IInstallationDaisy Chaining, 11Single Stage, 10Invoking Hotkey Mode, 35KKH0116Front View, 5Rear View, 7LLEDsPort, 5Station ID, 6LIST, 23Logout, 33Lo

55Switching Station Positions, 16Switching station positions, 16TTimeout, 26Troubleshooting, 52UUpgrading the firmware, 41User Notice, iiiUsername, 26

KH0116 User ManualviiPackage ContentsThe KH0116 package consists of:1 KH0116 KVM Switch2 KVM Cable Sets1 Firmware Upgrade Cable1Power Cord1 Rack Mount

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KH0116 User ManualixContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS. . . . .