Belkin F1DA108Q User manual

OmniView® PRO3 PS/2
KVM Switch
User Manual
F1DA104Qea
F1DA108Qea
F1DA116Qea

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ...................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ......................................................................2
2. Overview .......................................................................................... 3
Feature Overview ........................................................................3
Equipment Requirements ............................................................5
System Requirements .................................................................6
Unit Display Diagrams ................................................................7
Specifications .............................................................................9
3. Installation ......................................................................................10
Pre-Configuration .....................................................................10
Mounting the PRO3 KVM Switch ...............................................11
Connecting the Console to the PRO3 KVM Switch .....................14
Connecting PS/2 Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch ...................15
Connecting Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches (Daisy-Chaining) .......17
Powering Up the Systems .........................................................22
4. Using your PRO3 KVM Switch ...........................................................23
Selecting a Server or BANK Using Hot-Key Commands .............23
Selecting a Server Using Direct-Access Port Selectors ..............25
Selecting a BANK Using Scroll Buttons .....................................25
AutoScan Mode ........................................................................26
On-Screen Display (OSD) ..........................................................27
Keyboard Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts ....................................31
Updating Firmware ...................................................................32
5. Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................34
6. Troubleshooting ..............................................................................36
7. Glossary ..........................................................................................38
8. Information .....................................................................................39

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Congratulations on your purchase
of this Belkin OmniView PRO3 PS/2
KVM Switch (the KVM Switch).
Our diverse line of KVM solutions
exemplifies the Belkin commitment
to delivering
high-quality, durable products at an
affordable price.
Belkin has designed and developed this KVM Switch with the server
administrator in mind. The result is a KVM Switch that surpasses any other
switch on the market. The PRO3 KVM Switch is engineered to work with the
most advanced server-room and laboratory environments, offering intuitive port
indicators, direct-access port selectors, high video resolution support, and
flash-upgradeable firmware.
PRO3 KVM Switches can be daisy-chained together easily to enable
management of up to 256 PS/2 servers from a single console. The PRO3 KVM
Switch also comes with an unparalleled Belkin 3-Year Warranty.
This User Manual will provide details about your new PRO3 KVM Switch, from
installation and operation to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem.
For quick and easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide
included in your PRO3 KVM Switch packaging.
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView PRO3 KVM Switch. We
appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself
why Belkin is the number-one-selling brand in KVM switches worldwide.
Introduction

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Introduction
12V DC,1A Power Supply
Power Cable with Schuko plug
Power Cable with UK plug
OmniView PRO3KVM
Switch
User Manual
Rack-MountBrackets
withScrews (F1DA108Qea,
F1DA116Qea only)
Quick Installation Guide
DB9-to-RJ11
Serial Flash
Cable

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Feature Overview
• Hot Keys
Hot-key functionality allows you to select a desired port using designated key
commands. By using a simple hot-key sequence on your keyboard, you can
select one server from as many as 256 servers, instantaneously.
• AutoScan
The AutoScan feature allows you to set your PRO3 KVM Switch to scan and
monitor the activities of all connected servers, one by one. The time interval
allotted for each server can be adjusted through the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
• Video Resolution
The PRO3 KVM Switch supports video resolutions of up to 1920x1440@75Hz.
• Security
Allows you to specify user names and passwords to prevent unauthorized
users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch.
• Dedicated Daisy-Chain Port
Up to 16 KVM switches can be daisy-chained together using dedicated
ports, so you can easily expand your KVM configuration as your server
environment grows.
• On-Screen Display (OSD)
The OSD feature simplifies server management by allowing you to assign
individual names to each connected server throughout the system. It provides
a visual means of switching between servers and assigning the hot-key
scheme. The OSD can also be set up to support regional languages.
• Front-Panel Push Buttons
Direct-access port selectors, located conveniently on the front panel of the
PRO3 KVM Switch, allow for simple, manual port-selection.

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• LED Display
An LED display on the front panel of the PRO3 KVM Switch serves as a status
monitor. An LED above each direct-access port selector illuminates to indicate
that the console currently controls the corresponding server. As a port selector
is pushed, the LED above it will light up. A flashing port LED indicates that
there is no server connected to that port.
• 7-Segment LED Display
When daisy-chaining multiple PRO3 KVM Switches together, the 7-segment
LED display serves as a quick indicator of the selected BANK.
• Flash Upgrade
Flash-upgradeable firmware allows you to install the latest firmware on your
PRO3 KVM Switch. This enables your KVM Switch to maintain consistent
compatibility with the latest devices and servers. Firmware upgrades are free
for the life of your PRO3 KVM Switch and can be downloaded from Belkin’s
support website at www.belkin.com/support.

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Equipment Requirements
Cables:
Connecting the PRO3 KVM Switch to a server requires a Belkin Dual-Port
Micro-Cable Kit.
Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kits:
F1D9400-XX (PS/2-style)
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Belkin PRO3 Daisy-Chain Cable:
F1D108-CBL
(Available in a 2 feet version)
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Note: Product codes and availability may vary.

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System Requirements
OS Platforms
The PRO3 KVM Switch is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to,
the following OS platforms:
• Windows® NT®, 2000, XP, Server 2003, or VistaTM
• Microsoft® DOS 5.x and above
• Red Hat® Linux® 8.x and above
• Novell® NetWare® 5.x
Keyboards
• PS/2-compatible
• Supports 101-/102-/104-key keyboards
Mice
• PS/2-compatible mice (with PS/2 adapter)
having 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons
• PS/2-compatible wireless or optical mice
Monitors
• CRT
• LCD (with VGA support)

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Unit Display Diagrams
Front View of the PRO3 KVM Switch:
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Unit Display Diagrams
Back View of the PRO3 KVM Switch:
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