Page 2 - Table of Contents
2 Table of Contents Legal Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 . Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 .1 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 .2 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Legal Notice; .1 Features and Benefits; Administrator
3 Legal Notice This manual and the software described in it are furnished under license, and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. The content of this manual is provided for informational use only, and is subject to change without notice. It should not in and of it...
Page 4 - .3 Target Server Compatibility; overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.
4 1 . Product Overview 1 .2 Terminology The following table describes terms used in this guide. Term Definition Target Server The computer/server that is connected directly to the KVM, and which is accessed via the local console or by a Client Computer running a remote session. Client Computer A com...
Page 5 - .6 System Components
5 1 . Product Overview • If an extension cord is used with this device, make sure that the total ampere rating of all products used on the 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 hel...
Page 6 - .7 The NetCommander IP Unit; Console KVM Switch Front View; Upper Handle
6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 1 . Product Overview 1 .7 The NetCommander IP Unit Console KVM Switch Front View 1 Upper Handle – Pull to slide the console out; push to slide the console in. 2 19” LCD Screen – After sliding the console out, flip up the cover to access the LCD screen, keyboard and touchpad. 3 LCD ...
Page 7 - Console KVM Switch Rear View; Power Outlet; Rackmount KVM Switch Front View; The figure below shows a B072-016-IP, but the front panel will be
7 6 1 1 MODEL: B072 - 016 - IP RESET 1 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 . Product Overview Console KVM Switch Rear View 1 Power Outlet – The power cord included with the console connects to the unit here. 2 Reset Button – Pressing this button for 10 seconds restores the system to its factory default settings. 3 Serial...
Page 8 - .8 Rackmounting the NetCommander IP; Standard Console KVM Switch Instructions; The NetCommander IP back panel is illustrated in the figure below.
8 1 2 6 5 3 4 7 1 2-3 1 . Product Overview 1 Power Outlet – The power cord included with the KVM connects to the unit here. 2 Reset button – Pressing this button for 10 seconds restores the system to its factory default settings. 3 Serial Ports 1 and 2 – The KVM features two RJ45 serial ports, for c...
Page 9 - .9 Connecting the System; The figure below shows a B072-016-IP. The only difference in set
9 1 . Product Overview 1 .9 Connecting the System The figure below illustrates the NetCommander IP system overview. Note: The figure below shows a B072-016-IP. The only difference in set up between models is the number of ports, and the lack of an external console on the B070-Series console KVMs. 1....
Page 13 - . Web Configuration Interface; .1 Logging Into the Web Configuration Interface; Open your web browser (see the
13 2 . Web Configuration Interface The NetCommander IP can be accessed in two ways: locally via the local console OSD, or remotely via the Web Configuration Interface. This section of the manual details the Web Configuration Interface, which can be used to access the computer/servers and other devic...
Page 14 - .2 Web Configuration Interface Layout; Element
14 1 23 4 2 . Web Configuration Interface 5. Enter in your username and password, and press Enter . If this is the first time you are accessing the KVM, enter in the default username (admin) and password (access) . The My Targets page of the Web Configuration Interface opens, showing the state of yo...
Page 15 - .3 My Targets Section; Icon
15 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .3 My Targets Section The following table describes the icons found in the My Targets section Toolbar . Icon Description In the My Targets section, clicking the Reload icon refreshes the page to display the most current information. Clicking the Power icon brings...
Page 16 - No Communications with Device.; .4 Configuration Section
16 2 . Web Configuration Interface The following table describes the columns found in the My Targets section Data Pane . Server Name The Server Name column displays all of the Target Servers and Serial devices that are accessible to the logged in account. The Server Name for each port can be changed...
Page 17 - To perform a firmware upgrade, follow these steps:; Download the firmware upgrade file from
17 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .4 .1 Firmware Upgrade To perform a firmware upgrade, follow these steps: Note: Depending on the type of firmware upgrade, the following settings may be erased: User settings, KVM switch settings, mouse and video adjustments, and RS232 settings. The network setti...
Page 18 - Login to the Web Configuration Interface and navigate to the
18 2 . Web Configuration Interface In addition to the KVM firmware, you can upgrade the SIU firmware to take advantage of new features. 1. Download the firmware upgrade file from www.tripplite.com/support . 2. Save the firmware upgrade file on the Client Computer.3. Login to the Web Configuration In...
Page 20 - To install an SSL Certificate:; field, type in the password required to upload the private key file.
20 2 . Web Configuration Interface To restore data: 1. In the toolbar, click on icon. The Backup/Restore Data page appears. 2. Click the Browse button next to the Restore data from file field, and then navigate to and select the KVM backup. 3. Click the Restore button to restore the KVM configuratio...
Page 21 - button to exit the Web Configuration Interface and reboot the KVM.; Enable DHCP
21 2 . Web Configuration Interface 6. When the SSL certificate has been installed, a prompt appears to let you know the installation was successful, and that the KVM will be rebooted. Click the OK button to exit the Web Configuration Interface and reboot the KVM. 2 .4 .4 Device The Device tab in the...
Page 22 - Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically; There are two levels of user access:
22 2 . Web Configuration Interface • Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically – When the DHCP mode checkbox is checked, this checkbox is also checked. When the Stateless or Static mode checkboxes are checked, this checkbox is deactivated, and you must manually enter a DNS Server address.• DNS Server ...
Page 23 - select the permission type:
23 2 . Web Configuration Interface To add an account: 1. Click on the Users tab in the Configuration section. The Users page opens and displays a list of existing accounts. 2. Click the Add button. The Add User page appears. 3. Type in a User Name and Password . The password must be at least six alp...
Page 25 - Target Access –; To configure User Targets:
25 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .4 .7 User Targets By default, administrators are allowed access to all servers. However, you must define the access rights of each user account to the following: • Target Access – To initiate a remote session for the corresponding port. • Virtual media access – ...
Page 26 - section, enter in the type of IP Address appropriate for your PDU:; To Edit an existing PDU:
26 2 . Web Configuration Interface 3. In PDU Name , type an appropriate name for the PDU you are adding. 4. The Type drop-down menu provides a list of PDUs that are supported by the NetCommander IP. Select your PDU from this list. Based on your selection, the number of PDU outlets is displayed in th...
Page 27 - To configure the power outlets:
27 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .4 .9 Power Outlets Once a PDU is added to the KVM via the Power Devices section, you need to assign a NetCommander IP Target Server port to one of the ports on a PDU to be able to Power Cycle it, or turn its power Off/On . For Target Servers with dual power supp...
Page 28 - section in this manual for the pinout information.); To configure the serial port settings:
28 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .4 .10 Serial Ports The Serial Ports page is where you configure the settings of the serial device(s) that you have connected to the KVM. (See the Serial Pinout section in this manual for the pinout information.) To configure the serial port settings: 1. From the...
Page 29 - • In the
29 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2. In the Account Blocking section: • In the Block after field, enter in the number of unsuccessful login attempts that will be allowed in a given time period. This time period is set in the attempts within (hr:min) field. Enter into this field the time in hours an...
Page 30 - Enable Authentication Methods –
30 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2 .4 .12 Authentication The Authentication page allows you to set up remote authentication via RADIUS and/or LDAP/S server. From the Configuration section, select the Authentication tab to open this page. Enable Authentication Methods – The section at the top of th...
Page 31 - Select from one of three encryption methods to use:
31 2 . Web Configuration Interface • To add an LDAP/S server to the list, click on the Add button to bring up the Add LDAP Server screen. • Enter the IPv4, IPv6 , or Host address for your LDAP/S server in the corresponding field. • Select the Port number that is used by the server. The default port ...
Page 32 - Search Base –
32 2 . Web Configuration Interface • Search Base – The Search Base field should be populated with the location in the Active Directory in which the search is taking place. • Search Password – The Search Password field should be populated with the password for the user account that is being used to q...
Page 33 - kvmports –
33 2 . Web Configuration Interface Access Rights Permission String – In order for access rights to be assigned in User or Group authentication mode, a permission string must be entered into the directory attribute that is assigned to each User or Group . The name of this attribute must be entered in...
Page 34 - .5 Password Section; To configure the date and time:; Global –; To change the password:; icon in the menu bar of the Web Configuration Interface. The
34 2 . Web Configuration Interface 1. In the Date fields, enter in the current Day, Month and Year . 2. In the Time fields, enter in the current Hour, Minute and Second . 3. Click the Save button at the top of the page to save your changes. 2 .5 Password Section The Password section of the Web Confi...
Page 35 - To view the Events Log:; To reload the Events Log:
35 2 . Web Configuration Interface 2. In the New Password field, type in a new password, according to the Password Policy set in the Security page of the Configuration section (see the Security section in this manual for details). 3. In the Confirm Password , retype the new password. 4. Click . The ...
Page 36 - . Conducting a Remote Session; .1 Starting a Remote Session; To start a remote session:; Open the Web Configuration Interface, and click on the
36 3 . Conducting a Remote Session A remote session allows accounts IP access to computer/servers and serial devices connected to the KVM. In a remote session, accounts can access computers/servers, power cycle or turn power to a Target Server Off/On, virtually mount an .iso file, and configure the ...
Page 37 - .2 Remote Session Toolbar; icon will display a drop-down list of four options; To mount the ISO as virtual media:; Select one of the following supported file sharing methods:
37 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 3 .2 Remote Session Toolbar The NetCommander IP provides a toolbar that allows a remote session to be manipulated. The features on the toolbar allow you to toggle between accessible ports, adjust the video settings of the remote session, align the local and remote ...
Page 38 - Unmount ISO –; To unmount an ISO file:; Session Profile –; To set the session profile:; – Displays the Client Computer’s mouse pointer as a dot.
38 3 . Conducting a Remote Session • Unmount ISO – The Unmount ISO feature disconnects an ISO virtual media file that has already been mounted. To unmount an ISO file: 1. Click on the icon in the remote session toolbar, and choose the Unmount ISO option. A prompt appears asking you to confirm the ac...
Page 39 - to log into a port at the same time (see the
39 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 4. In the Exclusivity section, check the Exclusive Session checkbox to prevent other accounts from accessing the Target Server port at the same time. By default, this checkbox is unchecked, and a remote session is initiated in Share Mode , which allows up to 5 acco...
Page 40 - To manually adjust the video settings:; screen, adjust the following settings accordingly:
40 3 . Conducting a Remote Session To manually adjust the video settings: 1. Click on the icon in the remote session toolbar, and choose the Advanced option. The Advanced window appears. 2. In the Brightness & Contrast section of the Advanced screen, use the corresponding scales to adjust the br...
Page 41 - To add a keyboard sequence:; button to pull up a list of predefined command sequences.
41 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 3 .2 .5 Keys – Clicking on the Keys icon will display a list of predefined key sequences (e.g. Ctrl + Alt + Delete) that can be performed on the Target Server. By default, performing these key sequences on the Client Computer’s keyboard sends the command to the Cli...
Page 42 - To record a keyboard sequence:; window and click the; field, type a name for the new key sequence.; To edit a predefined keyboard sequence:; To delete a keyboard sequence:; window, select the desired key sequence, and then click the
42 To record a keyboard sequence: 1. Open the Special Key Manager window and click the Record New Custom Key button. The Record New Custom Key macro screen appears. 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 2. In the Label field, type a name for the new key sequence. 3. Click the Start Recording button. 4. On...
Page 43 - To set the Mouse Settings mode:; You can manually select among the following:
43 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 3 .2 .6 Mouse – Clicking on the Mouse icon allows you to select the Mouse Settings mode being used, as well as to manually adjust settings related to mouse synchronization. The following section describes the settings found via the Mouse icon and how to use them, a...
Page 44 - settings according to your Target Server’s OS and mouse type.
44 3 . Conducting a Remote Session To configure settings in Relative Mouse Position, OS-Specific mode: 1. Click on the icon in the remote session toolbar, and choose the Mouse Settings option. The Mouse Settings window appears. 2. Check the Relative Mouse Position, OS-Specific checkbox. Additional s...
Page 45 - To align the mouse pointers:; function, or manually configuring the mouse settings (see the; Mouse Synchronization and Keyboard/Mouse Response Time Tips:; Go into the Target Server’s
45 3 . Conducting a Remote Session To align the mouse pointers: Note: The Align function is only available in the Mouse drop-down menu when the Mouse Settings mode is set to Relative Mouse Position. When logging into the KVM or accessing a new port, the local and remote mouse pointers may not be ali...
Page 46 - .4 Exclusive Session; section of this manual for details). An account
46 3 . Conducting a Remote Session 3 .2 .7 Server/Serial – Clicking on the Server/Serial icon displays a drop-down list of ports that are accessible to the currently logged-in account. Simply select a port to access it. 3 .2 .8 Full Screen – Clicking on the Full Screen icon (or pressing [Alt] + [Ent...
Page 47 - To select a computer:
47 4 . Local Console This chapter explains how to operate the NetCommander IP via the local console. The local console allows you to access connected computer/servers, configure the KVM’s network settings, and to configure some more basic settings specific to local access. To display the OSD: 1. Fro...
Page 48 - .3 Power Management; Cycle –; To Power Manage a computer:; Highlight the desired function using the [
48 4 . Local Console 4 .3 Power Management As with the Web Configuration Interface, you are able to perform power management functions via the local console. The power management functions available to you are described below. Note: In order to perform power management actions on a port, it must be ...
Page 49 - To set the IPv4 address via the local console OSD:; your changes. This will require that the KVM be rebooted to; To set the IPv6 address via the local console OSD:; automatically assigns an IP address via the IPv6 DHCP server.
49 To set the IPv4 address via the local console OSD: 1. From the local console, press the left [Shift] key twice to open the OSD. 2. Press the [F2] key to open the Settings menu. 3. In the Settings menu, press the [Tab] key until the DHCP field is highlighted. Press the [Spacebar] key to toggle the...
Page 51 - Browser Security
51 5 . Serial Port Pinout Note: When connecting a Cisco device, use Cisco rolled cable. Serial Port 1:Pin 1: RTSPin 2: DTRPin 3: TXPin 4: GNDPin 5: GNDPin 6: RXPin 7: DSR (pins 7 and pin 2 are shorted inside the unit)Pin 8: CTS Serial Port 2:Pin 1: RTSPin 2: DTRPin 3: TXPin 4: GNDPin 5: GNDPin 6: RX...
Page 52 - . Security Certificate Installation; Certificate error
52 6 . Security Certificate Installation 3. Click on the Certificate error message to display the Certificate Invalid prompt. 4. Click on the View certificates option at the bottom of the prompt to redirect to the Certificate screen.
Page 53 - button to bring up the
53 6 . Security Certificate Installation 5. Click on the Install Certificate button to bring up the Certificate Import Wizard , then click the Next button. 6. Select the option to Place all certificates in the following store , then click the Browse button. Highlight the Trusted Root Certification A...
Page 54 - Java Security
54 6 . Security Certificate Installation Java Security The following steps apply to Internet Explorer 9 and Java version 1.7.0_45, but may also be used with other Web browsers and Java versions. Note: You may need to run Internet Explorer as an Administrator to install the security certificate. 1. O...
Page 55 - tab page, click on the
55 6 . Security Certificate Installation 3. In the Details tab page, click on the Copy to File button. The Certificate Export Wizard appears. 4. Click Next , accepting the default values until you get to the File to Export page. 5. Click the Browse button to navigate the location you want to save th...
Page 56 - Navigate to your computer’s
56 6 . Security Certificate Installation 6. Click the Next button, followed by the Finish button on the next page to complete export of the KVM certificate. 7. Navigate to your computer’s Control Panel window and open the Java Control Panel . 8. Click on the Security tab, then click the Manage Certi...
Page 57 - . Technical Specifications; Windows and Linux
57 7 . Technical Specifications Specification Description Operating systems Target Server – Windows and Linux Client computer – Windows with Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome browsers. Linux with Firefox or Chrome browsers. Max Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Local console monitor on B070- Series suppor...
Page 58 - Hz; WARRANTY REGISTRATION
58 8 . Video Resolution and Refresh Rates 9 . Warranty and Warranty Registration Hz 56 60 65 66 70 72 73 75 76 85 86 640x480 x x x x x x 720x400 x x 800x600 x x x x x x 1024x768 x x x x x x x 1152x864 x 1152x900 x x 1280x720 x 1280x768 x x 1280x960 x x 1280x1024 x x x x x 1600x1200 x 1920x1080 x 192...