ATEN CL-1216 User manual

User Manual

CL-1208

CL-1216

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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. This equipment

generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user

will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

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User Notice

All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual

are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The

manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or

implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any

warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of

the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed `as is'.

Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and

not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all

necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages

resulting from any defect in the software.

The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV

interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the

responsibility of the user to correct such interference.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation

of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior

to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS

CORRECT BEFORE USE.

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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. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against

overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

 The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as

this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be

placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been

provided.

 Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.

 Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

 The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on

the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available,

consult your dealer or local power company.

 The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the

purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national

wiring codes.

 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the

power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.

 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

un-interruptible power supply (UPS).

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 Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing

rests on any cables.

 When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power

supplies, observe the following guidelines:

 Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the

power supply.

 Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.

 If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the

system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.

 Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may

touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire

or electrical shock.

 Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

 If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet

and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.

 The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.

 Liquid has been spilled into the device.

 The device has been exposed to rain or water.

 The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

 The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service.

 The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions

are followed.

 Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions.

Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will

require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.

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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.

 Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a

device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers.

 After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a

locking position, and then slide the device into the rack.

 Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the

rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit

rating.

 Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.

 Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a

rack.

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Package Contents

Basic Package

The basic CL-1208 / CL-1216 package consists of:

 1CL-1208 / CL-1216 KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mounting Kit

 2Custom KVM Cable Sets

 1Firmware Upgrade Cable

 1Power Cord

 1Rack Mount Kit

 1Quick Start Guide

 1User Manual*

Optional Equipment

Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the

following may be included in your package:

 Standard Rack Mounting Kit - Long

 Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Short

 Easy-Installation Rack Mounting Kit - Long

Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got

damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.

Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation

procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the

devices connected to it.

* Features may have been added to this product since the manual was written.

Visit our website to download the latest version of this manual.

Manual Part No. PAPE-0246-200G

Printing Date: 03/2006

er brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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Contents

FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Basic Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiii

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv

1. Introduction

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Hardware Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

CL-1208 / CL-1216 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

CL-1208 / CL-1216 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2. Installation

Before you Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Standard Rack Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Single Stage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Daisy Chaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

3. Basic Operation

Opening the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

The LCD Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

The Adjustment Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Manual Port Switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Switching Station Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

4. OSD Operation

OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

OSD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

OSD Main Screen Headings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

OSD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

F1 GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

F2 LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

F3 SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

F4 ADM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

F5 SKP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

F6 BRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

F7 SCAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

F8 LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

5. Hotkey Operation

Hotkey Port Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Invoking Hotkey Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

When Hotkey Mode is active: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Selecting the Active Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Auto Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Setting the Scan Interval: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Invoking Auto Scan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Skip Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Hotkey Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility

Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Upgrade Succeeded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Upgrade Failed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Firmware Upgrade Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

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Appendix

Connection Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

CL-1208 + ACS-1208A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

CL-1216 + ACS-1216A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

OSD Factory Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Clear Login Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Optional Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Standard - Long: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Easy Installation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Dedicated Invocation Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Index

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About this Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your c/c system.

It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview

of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CL-1208 / CL-1216 system.

Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel

components are described.

Chapter 2, Installation, describes how to set up your installation. The

necessary step –

from a basic single stage hookup to a complete 32 switch daisy

chained operation are provided.

Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved

in operating the CL-1208 / CL-1216.

Chapter 4, OSD Operation, provides a complete description of the CL-

1208 / CL-1216's OSD (On Screen Display), and how to work with it.

Chapter 5, Hotkey Operation, details all of the concepts and procedures

involved in the Hotkey operation of your CL-1208 / CL-1216 installation.

Chapter 6, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to use this

utility to upgrade the CL-1208 / CL-1216's firmware with the latest available

versions.

An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information

regarding the CL-1208 / CL-1216.

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Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Getting Help

If you need to contact ATEN technical support with a problem, visit or website

at www.aten.com.

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.

Æ Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for

example), that comes next. For example, Start

→ Run means to

open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The Master View CL-1208 / CL-1216 KVM Switch is a control unit that allows

access to multiple computers from a single KVM (keyboard, monitor, and

mouse), console. Before the development of the Master View, the only way to

control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a

complex and costly network system. Now, with the Master View CL-1208 /

CL-1216, you can easily access multiple computers in a cost effective manner.

A single Master View CL-1208 or CL-1216 can control up to 8 or 16

computers, respectively. As many as 31 additional Master View units can be

daisy chained to each other, so that up to 256 (CL-1208 + ACS-1208A) or 512

(CL-1216 + ACS-1216A) computers can all be controlled from a single

keyboard-monitor-mouse console.

The Master View CL-1208 / CL-1216 offers a space-saving, streamlined

approach to KVM switch technology by integrating a keyboard, LCD monitor,

and touchpad in a Slideaway™ housing. The LCD display is built into the

cover; the keyboard and touchpad are built into the base. Slide the KVM

module section out; flip the cover up; and you are ready to go to work. When

finished, flip the cover down and slide the KVM module away.

For further convenience, the Slideaway™ housing is 1U high for easy rack

mounting. The CL-1208 / CL-1216 also features high density 15 pin

connectors instead of the usual 25 pin connectors. This space-saving

innovation allows a full, 16 port switch to be installed in a 1U system rack.

Because of its modular design, the KVM section can be detached from the

switch section. A special feature of the CL-1208 / CL-1216 is its use of DC

power instead of the AC power used by most products.

Your CL-1208 / CL-1216 investment is protected by an included Firmware

Upgrade Utility. You can stay current with the latest functionality

improvements by downloading firmware update files from our website as they

become available, and using the utility to quickly and conveniently perform the

upgrade.

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Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is

entailed. Because the CL-1208 / CL-1216 intercepts keyboard input directly,

there is no software to configure; no need to get involved in complex

installation routines; nor any need to be concerned with incompatibility

problems.

Access to any computer connected to the installation is easily accomplished

either by entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard, or by means of a

powerful, mouse driven, OSD (On Screen Display) menu system. A

convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring

of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one.

There is no better way to save time and money than with a Master View CL-

1208 / CL-1216 installation. By using the Master View CL-1208 / CL-1216

with its Slideaway™ console to manage your installation, you: (1) eliminate

the expense of having to purchase a separate keyboard, monitor, and mouse for

each computer; (2) save all the space those extra components would take up;

(3) save the space that a keyboard, monitor, and mouse would take with a

standard KVM switch; (4) save on energy costs; and (5) eliminate the

inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving from one

computer to another.

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3

Features

 Integrated KVM console with 15"or 17" LCD monitor - in a Slideaway™

housing

 Slideaway™ housing is less than 1U - with top and bottom clearance for

smooth operation in a 1U high system rack.

 Space saving technology - two consoles (one bus) controls up to 8 (CL-

1208) or 16 (CL-1216) computers.

 Daisy chain up to 31 additional units - control up to 512 computers from

the switch's integrated Slideaway™ console.

 Runs on DC power

 No software required - convenient computer selection via Hotkeys and

mouse driven intuitive On Screen Display (OSD) menus.

 Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers.

 Broadcast support - commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all

available computers on the installation.

 Hot Pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down

the switch.

 Two level password security - only authorized users view and control the

computers - up to four users plus an administrator with separate profiles

for each.

 DDC Emulation of the LCD Monitor - VGA settings of every connected

computer are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the LCD

Monitor.

 Upgradable firmware.

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Hardware Requirements

Computers

The following equipment must be installed on each computer:

 A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.

Note: The integrated LCD monitor's maximum resolution is

1024 x 768 @ 75Hz (15") or 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz (17"). Make sure

that none of the computer's resolution settings exceed the LCD

monitor's maximum resolution.

 A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) mouse port.*

 A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 Style) keyboard port.

Cables

Substandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall

performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we

strongly recommend that you use the high quality CS Custom Cable sets

described below:

Function CS Part Number

KVM Switch to KVM Switch (Daisy Chaining) 2L-1700 - 0.6 m

2L-1701 - 1.8 m

KVM Switch to Computer 2L-5201P - 1.2 m

2L-5202P - 1.8 m

2L-5203P - 3.0 m

2L-5206P - 6.0 m

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1. Introduction

5

CL-1208 / CL-1216 Front View

2

3

6

12

9

10 & 11

1

13

7

8

4 & 5

2

3

6

12

9

10 & 11

1

13

7

8

4 & 5

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No. Component Description

1 Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in

(see item 13 in this table).

2 LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out, flip up the cover to access

the LCD monitor.

3 LCD Controls The LCD On/Off switch is located here, as well as buttons to

control the position and picture settings of the LCD display.

See p. 20, for details.

4 Port Switches Press a switch to bring the KVM focus to the computer

attached to its corresponding port. See p. 22 for details.

5 Port LEDs Two Port LEDs are built into the Port Switches. The one on

the left is the On Line LED; the one on the right is the

Selected Port LED:

 An On Line LED lights ORANGE to indicate that the com-

puter attached to its corresponding port is up and running.

 A Selected LED lights GREEN to indicate that the com-

puter attached to its corresponding port is the one that has

the KVM focus. The LED is steady under normal condi-

tions, but flashes when its port is accessed under Auto

Scan Mode (see p. 40).

6 Keyboard

7Touchpad

8 Power LED Lights BLUE to indicate that the unit is receiving power.

9 Rack Mounting

Brackets

The rack mounting brackets located at each corner of the unit

secure the chassis to a system rack.

10 Lock LEDs The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located

here.

11 Reset Switch Located to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed

switch in with a thin object to perform a system reset.

12 Firmware

Upgrade

Section

 Firmware Upgrade Port: The Firmware Upgrade Cable

that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the adminis-

trator's computer to the CL-1208 / CL-1216 plugs into this

RJ-11 connector.

 Firmware Upgrade Switch: During normal operation this

switch should be in the NORMAL position. (See p. 49 for

firmware upgrading details.)

13 Slide Release In order to slide the console out, you must first release it by

sliding these tabs to the inside. See p. 17 for details on sliding

the console in and out.

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