Page 3 - American Power Conversion Legal Disclaimer
American Power Conversion Legal Disclaimer The information presented in this manual is not warranted by the American Power Conversion Corporation to be authoritative, error free, or complete. This publication is not meant to be a substitute for a detailed operational and site specific development pl...
Page 5 - Contents
Contents KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual i General Information ........................................................ 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 9 - General Information; Overview; Features
1 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual General Information Overview KVM0108A and KVM0116A KVM Switches The KVM switches allow administrators to access and control multiple servers from a single PS/2 or USB KMM (keyboard, monitor, and mouse) console. There is no software to configure. • An ...
Page 10 - Safety; DANGER
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 2 Safety Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. DANGER HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK • Do not use the device near water, Never spill liquid of any kind on the device. • Unplu...
Page 11 - Taking Delivery; Accessory Inventory; CAUTION
3 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Taking Delivery Examine the components at the time of delivery to be sure all parts are present and in good working order. Anything missing or damaged must be reported immediately to the shipping firm and to APC. Accessory Inventory • 1 KVM0108A or KV...
Page 12 - Requirements; Console; Computers
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 4 Requirements Console • VGA, SVGA, or multi-sync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any server in the installation • PS/2 or USB mouse/keyboard Computers The following equipment must be installed on the servers that con...
Page 13 - Component Identification; Front
5 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Component Identification Front No. Component Description 1 Power LED Lights to indicate that the KVM switch is powered and ready to operate. 2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding KVM Ports• GREEN: The server at...
Page 14 - Rear
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 6 Rear Item Component Description 1 Power Socket The power cord to the AC source plugs in here. 2 Chain In/Out Ports When cascading KVM switches, the cables plug in here (see “Tiering multiple KVM switches” on page 9).The port on the left is the Chain I...
Page 15 - Installation; Rack Mounting; Rack mounting
7 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Installation Overview KVM adapter cables connect the KVM switch to the connected devices. A separate KVM adapter cable is required for each computer or device connection. See “KVM Server Modules and cables” on page 4 or contact APC Customer Support fo...
Page 16 - Rack Mounting - Rear; Optional KVM to LCD Console Mounting
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 8 Rack Mounting - Rear 1. Remove the brackets from the front of the KVM switch. 2. Install the smaller bracket from the front of the unit to the back. Install the rack mounting bracket from the inventory to the other side of the rear of the unit. 3. Sli...
Page 17 - Single Level KVM Switch Installation; Single level installation diagram; Tiering multiple KVM switches
9 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Single Level KVM Switch Installation In a single level installation, there are no additional KVM switches tiered from the KVM switch. See “Cable Length Considerations” on page 11 for cable length requirements. 1. Plug the console keyboards, monitors a...
Page 18 - To set up a Chained tiering installation:; Chained Tiering Installation Diagram
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 10 To set up a Chained tiering installation: 1. Use a cable set to connect the Chain Out port of the parent KVM switch to the Chain In port of the child KVM switch (first level out to second level in, second level out to third level in, etc.). Note: 1. ...
Page 19 - Hardware Setup; Cable Length Considerations; Hot Plugging
11 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Hardware Setup Cable Length Considerations Note: KVM server modules are also referred to as KVM adapter cables. • Do not exceed 66 feet (20m) between the switch and the local monitor.• To support a resolution of 1280x1024, the recommended maximum dis...
Page 22 - OSD Navigation
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 14 OSD Main Screen “Administrator” mode Note: 1. The User Main Screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions, since these are reserved for the administrator and cannot be accessed by standard users. 2. Only ports that the Administrator has set to “access...
Page 30 - Hotkey Operation; Hotkey Port Control; Invoking Hotkey Mode; Hotkey mode environment; Exiting hotkey mode
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 22 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard. The KVM switch has the following Hotkey port control features: • Selecting the Active Port• Auto Scan Mode S...
Page 31 - Selecting the Active Port; Auto Scan Mode Switching; Setting the scan interval; Invoking Auto Scan; Exiting Auto Scan
23 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Selecting the Active Port Each computer port is assigned a port ID (see “Port ID Numbering” on page 12). Any computer can be directly accessed with a Hotkey combination that specifies the port ID that the computer is connected to. To select the activ...
Page 32 - Skip Mode Switching; Entering skip mode; Exiting skip mode; Computer Keyboard/Mouse Reset
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 24 Skip Mode Switching Switch between computers to manually monitor them. Focus on a particular port for as long as you like, as opposed to auto-scanning, which automatically switches the port focus after a fixed interval. Entering skip mode To enter Sk...
Page 33 - Setting the Hotkey Key Combination; Setting the OSD Hotkey combination; Setting the Port Operating System; Restore the Default Values
25 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Setting the Hotkey Key Combination Switch the keys used to enter the Hotkey Mode (see “Hotkey Operation” on page 22) 1. Invoke Hotkey mode: [N UM L OCK ] + [-] or [C TRL ] + [F12] . 2. Press [H] to display the command line “Hotkey has Been Changed” f...
Page 34 - Hotkey Summary Table
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 26 Hotkey Summary Table [N UM L OCK ] + [-] OR [C TRL ] + [F12] [A] [ E NTER ] Invokes Auto Scan mode.When Auto Scan mode is in effect, [P] or left-click pauses auto-scanning.When auto-scanning is paused, pressing any key or another left-click resumes a...
Page 35 - Keyboard Emulation; Mac Keyboard
27 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key [C TRL ] ...
Page 36 - Sun Keyboard
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 28 Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [ C TRL ] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown below. Note: When using key combinations,...
Page 37 - Firmware Upgrade Utility; Introduction; Before you begin
29 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility provides an automated process for upgrading the KVM switch and compatible adapter cable firmware. The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specifi...
Page 38 - Performing the Upgrade; Starting the upgrade
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 30 5. Scroll down to “Firmware Upgrade.” Press [E NTER ] , then press [Y] (Yes) to start the Firmware Upgrade mode. Note: 1. The upgrade to the KVM Adapter Cables takes place through the Cat 5e/6 cable that connects the adapter cable to the KVM switch, ...
Page 39 - Upgrade succeeded; Upgrade failed; Firmware Upgrade Recovery; Main board firmware upgrade recovery
31 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual a. Check Firmware Version - When selected, the utility compares the Main Board firmware level with the upgrade files MAIN. If the device versions are higher than the upgrade versions a dialog box informs you and gives you the option to continue or ca...
Page 40 - Server Module firmware upgrade recovery
1. On the KVM Switch slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch (see “Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch” on page 5) to the Recover position. 2. Power off and restart the switch (see “Powering Off and Restarting” on page 12).3. Proceed with the firmware upgrade (see “Performing the Upgrade” on page 30...
Page 41 - Troubleshooting
33 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Troubleshooting Overview Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. In addition, updating the product's firmware m...
Page 42 - Connection Tables
KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual 34 Connection Tables The following table indicates the relationship between the number of KVM0108A / KVM0116A units and the number of computers that they control KVM0108A KVM0116A No. Computers No. Computers No. Computers No. Computers 1 1-8 9 65 - 72 1...
Page 43 - Specifications
35 KVM Switches KVM0108A and KVM0116A User Manual Specifications Function KVM0108A KVM0116A Computer Connections Direct 8 16 Max 256 512 Connectors Console Ports(back) Keyboard 2 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Purple) 2 x USB (Black) 2 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Purple) 2 x USB T (Black) Video 2 x HDB-15 Fe...
Page 45 - Radio Frequency Interference; USA — FCC; Canada — ICES; Japan — VCCI; Taiwan—BSMI
Radio Frequency Interference Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. USA — FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, purs...
Page 46 - APC Worldwide Customer Support
9/2011 990-4406 APC Worldwide Customer Support Customer support for this or any other APC product is available at no charge in any of the following ways: • Visit the APC Web site to access documents in the APC Knowledge Base and to submit customer support requests.– www.apc.com (Corporate Headquarte...
