Belkin F1DA208Z User manual

OmniView®PRO3
Dual-User KVM Switch
User Manual
F1DA208Z
F1DA216Z

Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................. 1
Package Contents .............................................................................. 1
Overview ...................................................................................................... 2
Feature Overview ................................................................................ 2
Equipment Requirements .................................................................... 3
System Requirements ......................................................................... 4
Unit Display Diagrams ........................................................................ 5
Specifications ........................................................................................... 6
Installation................................................................................................... 7
Pre-Configuration...................................................................................... 7
Mounting the PRO3 KVM Switch ........................................................ 8
Connecting the Console to the PRO3 KVM Switch .............................9
Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch .................................. 11
Connecting Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches (Daisy-Chaining).............. 15
Powering Up the Systems ................................................................ 19
Using your PRO3 KVM Switch ................................................................20
Selecting a Server or BANK Using Hot-Key Commands ................... 20
AutoScan Mode ................................................................................ 22
On-Screen Display (OSD) .................................................................. 22
Keyboard Hot-Key-Command Shortcuts........................................... 28
Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping.................................................. 29
Updating Firmware............................................................................ 30
Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................31
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................33
Glossary ......................................................................................................36
Information .................................................................................................38

Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase
of this Belkin OmniView PRO3
Dual-User KVM Switch (the KVM
Switch). Our diverse line of KVM
solutionsexemplifies 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, 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 and/or USB 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 Dual-User 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.
Rack-Mount
Brackets with
Screws
DB9-to-RJ11
Serial Flash
Cable
OmniView PRO3
Dual-User
KVM Switch
12V DC,
1A Power Supply
User Manual CD Quick
Installation Guide
Package Contents
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Feature Overview
Dual-User
Simultaneously supports up to two users.
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 Dual-User 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.
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.
LED Display
An LED display on the front panel of the PRO3 KVM Switch serves as a status
monitor. An LED illuminates to indicate that the console currently controls the
corresponding server.
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 itch 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) F1D9401-XX (USB-style)
F1D9400-XX (PS/2-style)
F1D9401-XX (USB-style)
Belkin PRO3 Dual-User Daisy-Chain Cable: F1D109-XX
(-XX denotes length in feet)
F1D109-XX
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 Vista®
• Microsoft®DOS 5.x and above
• Red Hat®Linux®8.x and above
• Novell®NetWare®5.x
• Mac OS®X and above (with USB support)
• Sun™Solaris™8.x and above
Keyboards
• PS/2-compatible
• USB-compatible
• Supports 101-/102-/104-/106-standard-key keyboards
Mice
• PS/2- and USB-compatible mice (with PS/2 adapter) having
3, 4, or 5 buttons
• PS/2- and USB-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:
Power LED
Online LED
Active LED
OmniView
PRO3
Back View of the PRO3 KVM Switch:
Daisy-chain in
Flash-upgrade port
and DIP select switch
Daisy-chain out
Console 1: VGA, PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports,
USB mouse/keyboard ports
SCSI-50 dual-host ports
DC power jack
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Specifications
Part No.: F1DA208Z, F1DA216Z
Enclosure: Metal enclosure with high-impact plastic faceplate
Power: 12V DC, 1A power adapter,
center-pin-positive polarity
Daisy-Chain: Maximum of 16 OmniView KVM Switches
No. of Servers
Supported: 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models
(256 servers max. via daisy-chaining)
Monitors Supported: CRT and LCD (with VGA support)
Max. Resolution: Up to 1920x1440 @ 75Hz
Keyboard Input: PS/2 (miniDIN6), USB (Type A)
Mouse Input: PS/2 (miniDIN6), USB (Type A)
Monitor Port: VGA (HDDB15 female)
CPU Ports: SCSI-50
Daisy-Chain Ports: SCSI-36 female
Flash-Upgrade Port: RJ11
Direct Port Selectors: 8 and 16 respectively for 8- and 16-port models
Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0~40° C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (20~60° C)
Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing
Warranty: 3 years
Dimensions: (F1DA208Z) 17.25 x 1.75 x 7.5 in.
(438mm x 44.5mm x 190mm)
(F1DA216Z) 17.25 x 3.5 x 7.5 in.
(438mm x 89mm x 190mm)
Weight: (F1DA208Z) 9.2 lbs. (4.2kg.)
(F1DA216Z) 12.0 lbs. (5.5kg.)
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Pre-Configuration
Where to Place the PRO3 KVM Switch
The enclosure of the PRO3 KVM Switch is designed for stand-alone or
rack-mount configuration. The 8- and 16-Port PRO3 KVM Switches are natively
rack-mountable in standard, 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount hardware is
included with these Switches for a sturdy rack installation.
Consider the following when deciding where to place
the PRO3 KVM Switch:
• whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors
• the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse
• the location of your servers in relation to your console
• the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the
PRO3 KVM Switch
Cable-Distance Requirements
For PS/2 Servers:
VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet (7.6m). Beyond that length, the
probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, Belkin recommends
that the length of the cables between the PRO3 KVM Switch and the connected
servers does not exceed 25 feet (7.6m).
For USB Servers:
USB signals can be transmitted up to 15 feet (4.5m) between the PRO3 KVM
Switch and server. Beyond that length, the probability of USB-signal failure is
likely, and may cause the device to fail.
Note: The Belkin OmniView CAT5 Extender (F1D084) may be used to extend
your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m).
Cautions and Warnings!
Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air-conditioning equipment, or
machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).
Before attempting to connect anything to the PRO3 KVM Switch or your
servers, ensure that everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables
while servers are powered on may cause irreversible damage of the servers
and/or the PRO3 KVM Switches. Belkin is not responsible for damage caused
in this way.
You are now ready to begin installation of your PRO3 KVM Switch. The
following sections (pages 8-14) provide complete instructions for the
hardware setup of a single PRO3 KVM Switch (F1DA208Z, F1DA216Z).
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Mounting the PRO3 KVM Switch
Bracket Installation
Eight- and 16-Port PRO3 KVM Switches include adjustable mounting brackets
ideal for installation in 19-inch racks. The mounting brackets feature three
adjustment positions to allow you to set the PRO3 KVM Switch’s face flush with
the ends of the rails or to extend the PRO3 KVM Switch past the front of the
rails. Please follow these simple steps to achieve the desired adjustment.
Step 1
Determine how far you would like the PRO3 KVM Switch to protrude from the
rack. Select a bracket-hole scheme.
Step 2
Attach the bracket to the side of your PRO3 KVM Switch using the Phillips
screws provided. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 3
Mount the PRO3 KVM Switch to the rack-rail assembly.
(Refer to diagram below.)
Your PRO3 KVM Switch is now mounted securely to the rack and you are ready
to connect the console.
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Connecting the Console to the PRO3 KVM Switch
Step 1
Connect the VGA monitor cable to the HDDB15 female port on the back of the
PRO3 KVM Switch in the “Console” section. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 2
Connect the PS/2 or USB keyboard cable to the keyboard port on the back of
the PRO3 KVM Switch in the “Console” section. (Refer to diagram below.)
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Step 3
Connect the PS/2 or USB mouse cable to the mouse port on the back of the
PRO3 KVM Switch in the “Console” section. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 4
Attach the power adapter to the DC power jack labeled “12VDC, 1A” located on
the rear panel of the PRO3 KVM Switch. Only use the power adapter supplied
with the unit. (Refer to diagram below.)
(US power
adapter shown)
Your PRO3 KVM Switch is now installed and you are ready to connect
your servers.
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Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch
(PS/2 Connection):
Step 1
Make sure your server is powered off.
Step 2
Using the Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kit for PS/2 (F1D9400-XX), connect the
VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 3
Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and keyboard
ports on the server. (Refer to diagram above.)
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Step 4
Connect the Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kit for PS/2 to the desired host ports
on the PRO3 KVM Switch. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 5
Power up your server.
Step 6
Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for each additional PS/2 server you wish to connect.
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Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch
(USB Connection):
Step 1
Make sure your server is powered off.
Step 2
Using the Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kit for USB (F1D9401-XX), connect the
VGA connector to the monitor port on your server. (Refer to diagram below.)
Step 3
Connect the USB connector to an available USB port on the server. (Refer to
diagram below.)
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Step 4
Connect the Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable Kit for USB to the desired host
ports on the PRO3 KVM Switch. (Refer to diagram below.) Your server should
recognize the KVM-Switch connection and automatically install the HID USB
driver, if necessary.
Step 5
Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for each additional USB server you wish to connect.
Note: We recommend that you attach the Belkin Dual-Port Micro-Cable USB Kit
directly to a free USB port on your server.
Note: When a USB Cable Kit is connected to a Sun server, the KVM Switch
emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called “combo keys”.
Refer to the table on page 29 for a list of Sun functions supported by the PRO3
KVM Switch.
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Connecting Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches
(Daisy-Chaining)
You can daisy-chain up to 16 PRO3 Dual-User KVM Switches, allowing a
server administrator to manage up to a maximum of 256 servers from one
console. Each daisy-chained PRO3 KVM Switch is referred to as a “BANK”
and is assigned an address. The PRO3 KVM Switch connected to the console
keyboard, mouse, and monitor is BANK 00 and is referred to as the “primary”
KVM switch. BANKs 01 through 15 are referred to as “secondary”
KVM switches.
cable 1
cable 2
cable 3
Primary unit (BANK 00)
Secondary unit ( BANK 01)
Secondary unit ( BANK 02)
Secondary unit ( BANK 03)
Note: A Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D109-XX) is required to daisy-chain each
PRO3 KVM Switch and is available through your Belkin reseller, or online at
www.belkin.com
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How BANK Addresses are Assigned
All PRO3 Dual-User KVM Switches feature automatic BANK detection. The
Switch will assign the proper BANK address to each secondary PRO3 KVM
Switch based on the order in the daisy-chain sequence.
• For a single-unit configuration, the “BANK” on the PRO3 Dual-User KVM
Switch is set to the “primary” (BANK address 00) setting. This is the factory
default setting.
• For a multi-unit configuration, the “BANK” address for each secondary unit is
automatically set to a unique BANK address (from 01 through 15).
Example:
Four 8-Port PRO3 Dual-User KVM Switches (F1DA208Z) are daisy-chained
together to manage up to 32 servers. The primary KVM switch is automatically
set to “BANK 00” (factory default) and the secondary units are each
automatically set to a unique BANK (between 01 and 03).
Example of Daisy-Chain Configuration
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cable 2
cable 3
Primary unit (BANK 00)
Secondary unit ( BANK 01)
Secondary unit ( BANK 02)
Secondary unit ( BANK 03)
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Getting Started:
Step 1
Make sure that all servers and PRO3 Dual-User KVM Switches are powered off.
Step 2
Place all primary and secondary KVM switches in the desired location.
Step 3
Connect the console monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the console ports of the
primary switch (BANK 00). Refer to “Connecting the Console to the PRO3 KVM
Switch” on page 9.
Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches:
Step 1
Using the Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D109-XX), connect one end to the
“Daisy-Chain In” port on the primary KVM switch (BANK 00).
Step 2
Connect the other end of the Daisy-Chain Cable (F1D109-XX) to the
“Daisy-Chain Out” port of the first secondary KVM switch (BANK 01).
Step 3
To add secondary units, connect one end of the Daisy-Chain Cable
(F1D109-XX) to the “Daisy-Chain In” port on the first secondary KVM switch
and the other end to the “Daisy-Chain Out” port of the next secondary
KVM switch (for example, BANK 01).
Step 4
Repeat Step 3 for additional PRO3 KVM Switches you wish to
daisy-chain together.
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Connecting the Servers:
Step 1
Connect all servers to the primary and secondary KVM switches. Refer to the
“Connecting Servers to the PRO3 KVM Switch” section on page 11
for instructions.
Step 2
Power up the secondary KVM switches sequentially, beginning with the highest
BANK, by connecting each unit’s power supply.
Step 3
Power up the primary switch. Bring up the OSD (see page 22 for OSD
operation). You should see the primary KVM switch display the digits “00”,
indicating its BANK address.
Note: If the PRO3 KVM Switches do not enumerate correctly, reset the primary
KVM switch (BANK 00) by cycling the power. If the KVM switches still do not
enumerate correctly, check that all daisy-chain cables are connected properly.
Step 4
Verify that the primary KVM switch has detected all secondary KVM switches
by scrolling through the BANKs using the “Page UP” and “Page Down” keys
while the OSD is active.
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