Black Box ServSwitch Octopus KV1701E User manual

SERVSWITCH™ FAMILY
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Welcome to the ServSwitch™ Family!
Thank you for purchasing a BLACK BOX®Octopus! We appreciate your business,
and we think you’ll appreciate the many ways that your new Octopus will save you
money, time, and effort.
That’s because our ServSwitch family is all about breaking away from the traditional,
expensive model of computer management. You know, the one-size-fits-all-even-if-it-
doesn’t model that says, “One computer gets one user station, no more, no less.” Why
not a single user station (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) for multiple computers—even
computers of different platforms? Why not a pair of user stations, each of which can
control multiple computers? Why not multiple user stations for the same computer?
With our ServSwitch products, there’s no reason why not. We carry a broad line of
robust solutions for all these applications. Do you have just two PCs, and need an
economical alternative to keeping two monitors, keyboards, and mice on your desk?
Or do you need to share dozens of computers, including a mix of IBM®PC,
RS/6000®, Apple®Macintosh®, Sun Microsystems®, and SGI™ compatibles among
multiple users with different access levels? Does your switch have to sit solidly on a
worktable and use regular everyday cables? Or does it have to be mounted in an
equipment rack and use convenient many-to-one cables? No matter how large or
small your setup is, no matter how simple or how complex, we’re confident we have
a ServSwitch system that’s just right for you.
The ServSwitch™ family from BLACK BOX—the one-stop answer for all your
KVM switching needs!
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This manual will tell you all about your new ServSwitch Octopus, including how to
install, operate, and troubleshoot it. For an introduction to the ServSwitch Octopus,
see Chapter 2. The ServSwitch Octopus product codes covered in this manual are:
KV1701E KV1702E KV1710E
This manual also includes information about the ServSwitch Octopus software and
the Server Access Modules (SAM), which have their own manuals or installation
guides:
KV1720A KV1721A KV1722A

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND
INDUSTRY CANADA
RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with
the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be
required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device in accordance with the specifications in the European standard
EN55022. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
might cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, you can
correct the interference with one or more of the following measures:
a. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
c. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
d. Consult the supplier or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
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Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio
frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity
to electromagnetic disturbances. This equipment has also been found to comply with
European standards EN50082 and EN60950.
Japanese Compliance Statement
Other Agency Approvals
USA (UL, FCC)
Canada (cUL, ICES-003)
European Union (CE)
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
BLACK BOX®and the logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch,
ServSelect, and ServSelect IP are trademarks of BLACK BOX Corporation.
Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
IBM, PS/2, and RS/6000 are registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.
Microsoft, HyperTerminal, Windows, Windows NT, and Windows XP are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Sun and Sun Microsystems are registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in
the United States and other countries.
UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property
of the trademark owners.
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Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de
que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de
la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que
sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a
lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser
referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera
su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o
superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o
gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como
radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo
descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización
del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean
pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo
particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas
de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea
usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

NOM STATEMENT
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17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Contents
1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.1 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.2 Component Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.2 Installing the Octopus System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.3 Installing a Tiered Octopus System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
3.4 Configuring the Octopus Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
3.5 FLASH Upgrading the Octopus System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4. Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1 Power Up and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.2 User Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.3 Octopus OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
4.4 Selecting Servers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
4.5 Keyboard Translation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
5. Advanced Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1 User Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
5.2 Server Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
5.3 Console Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
6. Terminal Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
6.1 Accessing the Terminal Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
7. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
7.1 Calling Black Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
7.2 Shipping and Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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1. Specifications
During the course of this product’s lifetime, modifications might be made to its
hardware or firmware that could cause these specifications to change without notice.
Octopus 832 Product Specifications
Agency Approvals
EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,
EN60950, FCC15 Class A, CSA C22.2 No. 60950, UL60950
third edition, VCCI Class A
Mechanical
Height: 1U
Width: 17” (432 mm)
Depth: 11” (281 mm)
Weight: 8 lb (3.7 kg)
Environmental/Power
Power consumption: 75 W
AC input power: max 75 W
Heat dissipation: 270 Kj
Humidity: 10-95% non-condensing
Operating temperature: Ø° C-50° C
Storage temperature: -20° C-60° C
Operating voltage: 100-240 Vac
Power frequency: 50-60 Hz
Ports
Network number: 1, RJ45, Ethernet, 10 Base-T, 100 Base-T
Server ports: 32, RJ45 Octopus interconnect
User ports: 8, RJ45 Octopus interconnect
Terminal port: 1, DB9 male, RS232 serial

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Octopus 1664 Product Specifications
Agency Approvals
EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-
3-3, EN60950, FCC15 Class A, CSA C22.2 No. 60950,
UL60950 third edition, VCCI Class A
Mechanical
Height: 2 U
Width: 17” (432 mm)
Depth: 11” (281 mm)
Weight: 16 lb (7.27 kg)
Environmental/Power
Power consumption: 150 W
AC input power: max 150 W
Heat dissipation: 610 Kj
Humidity: 10-95% non-condensing
Operating temperature: Ø° C-50°C
Storage temperature: -20° C-60° C
Operating voltage: 100-240 Vac
Power frequency: 50-60 Hz
Ports
Network number: 1, RJ45, ethernet, 10 Base-T, 100 Base-T
Server ports: 64, RJ45 Octopus interconnect
User ports: 16, RJ45 Octopus interconnect
Terminal port: 1, DB9 male, RS232 serial

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Octopus 1710 Product Specifications
Agency Approvals
EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-
3-3, EN60950, FCC15 Class A, CSA C22.2 No. 60950,
UL60950 third edition, VCCI Class A
Mechanical
Height: 1U
Width: 10.98" (27.9 cm)
Depth: 11.5" (29.2 cm)
Weight: 4.41 lb (2 kg)
Environmental/Power
Power consumption: 25 W
AC input power: max 25 W
Heat dissipation: 90 Kj
AC input current rating: 1A
Humidity: 10-95% non-condensing
Operating temperature: Ø° C-50° C
Storage temperature: -20° C-60° C
Operating voltage: 100-240 Vac
Power frequency: 50-60 Hz
Ports
Input Ports: 1, RJ45 Octopus interconnect
Output ports: 1 6-pin miniDIN, PS/2 keyboard, 1 6-pin
miniDIN, PS/2 mouse; 1 8-pin miniDIN, Sun keyboard and
mouse, 1 15HDD female, VGA video
Supported Hardware
Peripherals: PS/2 keyboard and mouse, Sun keyboard and
mouse
Video resolution: 1024 x 768 with 1,000 feet of UTP from
server to user, 1600 x 1200 with 100 feet of UTP from
server to user
Sync types: Separate horizontal and vertical; composite
sync on Sun monitors

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Octopus SAM (PS/2, USB, Sun HD15, Sun 13WSN) Product Specifications
Agency Approvals
EN55022 Class A, FCC15 Class A
Mechanical
Height: .83" (2.11 cm)
Width: 2.43" (6.17 cm)
Depth: 4.02" (10.21 cm)
Weight: .29 lb (.13 kg)
Environmental/Power
Power consumption: 130 mA
Humidity: 10-95% non-condensing
Operating temperature: 10° C-50° C
Storage temperature: -20° C-60° C
Power supply: 5 Vdc
Agency Ports
Input ports for SAM-PS/2: 1 6-pin miniDIN, PS/2
keyboard, 1 6-pin miniDIN, PS/2 mouse; 1 15HDD
male, VGA Video, 1 RJ45 Octopus interconnect
Input ports for SAM-VSN: 1 8-pin miniDIN, Sun keyboard
and mouse, 1 15HDD male VGA video
Input ports for SAM-WSN: 1 8-pin miniDIN, Sun keyboard
and mouse, 1 13W3 male video
Input ports for SAM-USB: 1 USB keyboard and mouse
(supports Intel, Sun, Macintosh), 1 15HDD male VGA video
Output ports: 1 RJ45 Octopus interconnect
Server Ports
Type: PS/2 keyboard and mouse, VGA video
Connectors: 2 6-pin miniDIN, 1 15HDD
Sync types: Separate horizontal and vertical, Sync on
Green (as used on SGI and HP9000); composite sync on
Sun monitors
Plug and Play: DDC2B

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2. Introduction
2.1 Features and Benefits
The BLACK BOX®ServSwitch™ Octopus Series of products allows multiple users
within the switching system to access and operate PC-compatible, USB and Sun
servers at the same time. A basic Octopus system consists of users and servers that
are all connected to one or more Octopus units. Any user in the system can access
any attached server by simply switching to it through an Octopus unit.
Multiplatform
The Octopus Series features multiplatform capabilities, enabling your switching
system to simultaneously support any combination of PC, USB or Sun servers. Switch
easily across platforms with a PS/2 or Sun keyboard and mouse. Operated through the
Octopus system, a PC keyboard and mouse can operate a Sun server as easily as a Sun
keyboard and mouse will operate an attached PC.
Multiuser
The Octopus Series allows “matrix switching,” enabling multiple users to have
simultaneous access to different servers in the system. For example, an Octopus
system with four users accessing four different servers is a 4 x 4 matrix. Eight users
accessing 10 different servers would be an 8 x 10 system.
Sharing
If two or more users need access to the same server, they can share access through
the Octopus Series units. Sharing enables multiple users to switch to the same server
at the same time. Everyone can see the server’s video, but only one user can enter
data at any given moment.
Expansion capability
If your total number of servers is greater than 32 or 64, you can connect multiple
Octopus Series units together to give dozens of users control of hundreds of servers
from one set of peripherals. For additional flexibility, you can attach other BLACK
BOX keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) switches to the Octopus as well.
Octopus OSD
Octopus switches are equipped with the Octopus OSD (On-Screen Display). The
Octopus OSD allows you to use your keyboard or mouse to select any attached
system computer. The Octopus OSD supports multilevel security with password
protection, allowing you to control how much access users have to each server in
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For additional security, Octopus can be configured to log out after a user-defined
period of inactivity. When the time-out is reached, the current channel is deselected
and the screen goes blank. Users must log in again to access system servers.
The Octoware utility
Octoware is the standalone administration utility supplied with each Octopus that
allows you to assign names to attached servers and administer naming and access
information for attached users. Octoware can be used to configure Octopus
installations remotely, eliminating the need to configure each unit separately. In
addition, Octoware supports the ability to monitor and report on all system and
switching events and activities.
2.2 Component Overview
A BLACK BOX Octopus system consists of four main components:
• One or more Octopus units
• Octopus user station(s)
• Octopus Server Access Module (SAM)
• UTP cables
NOTE:
Octopus unit and Octopus matrix switch are used interchangeably in this user guide.
The quantity and type of components you receive depend on the specific
configuration you order.
The Octopus unit
The Octopus matrix switch (Octopus 832 or Octopus 1664), provides the framework
for the Octopus system. The Octopus 832 allows eight users to connect to up to 32
computers and occupies only 1U of rack space. The Octopus 1664 allows 16 users to
connect to up to 64 computers and occupies 2U of rack space. Both units can be
tiered to connect larger system configurations. The Octopus 832 and the Octopus
1664 store a full database of user rights and computer names and communicate with
the Octoware system management utility via an Internet Protocol (IP) port.
The Octopus user station
The Octopus 1710 user station is the interface between the Octopus switch and
system users. It provides the Octopus interface for server selection and
administration, as well as full compensation for video degradation. The Octopus user
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The Octopus SAM
The Octopus SAM provides the primary interface between an attached device (KVM
switch or PS/2, Sun or USB server) and the Octopus system. It provides all Keep
Alive, keyboard emulation, DDC (Digital Data Channel) and Octopus support in a
server-powered convenient cable format. This eliminates the need for extra rack
space, power outlets or additional cables. For ease of installation, each Octopus
SAM has a factory-assigned unique number that identifies the attached server within
the system. The connection between the Octopus system and the Octopus SAM is
via industry standard UTP cabling.
UTP cables
The Octopus system uses video technologies that compensate for the losses that
occur in all UTP cables. These technologies make the Octopus compatible with most
UTP cable types and support Octopus use in environments where there are
combinations of UTP cable types and patch panels. The Octopus will function
correctly with any combination of CAT5, CAT5e and CAT6 cables. Throughout this
manual, the generic term UTP refers to any CAT cable used by the Octopus system.
Figure 2-1. Typical Octopus Configuration
64 Servers
Octopus 1664 Switch
UTP Cables
SAM
Octopus 1710
User Station
16 Users

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2.3 Safety Precautions
To avoid potential video and/or keyboard problems when using these products:
• If the building has 3-phase AC power, ensure that the computer and monitor are
on the same phase. For best results, they should be on the same circuit.
• Use only BLACK BOX-recommended cable to connect computers and
KVM switches.
To avoid potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage to equipment, please
observe the following precautions:
• Do not use a 2-wire extension cord in any BLACK BOX product configuration.
• Test AC outlets at the computer and monitor for proper polarity and grounding.
• Use only with grounded outlets at both the computer and monitor. When using
a backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), power the computer, the moni-
tor and the appliance off the supply.
NOTE:
The AC inlet is the main disconnect.
Rackmount safety considerations
• Elevated Ambient Temperature: If the equipment is installed in a closed rack
assembly, the operation temperature of the rack environment may be greater than
room ambient. Use care not to exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of
the equipment.
• Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
• Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such
that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
• Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might
have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Consider equipment name-
plate ratings for maximum current.
• Reliable Earthing: Reliable earthing of rackmounted equipment should be
maintained. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).

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3. Installation
The Octopus system uses standard UTP cables to transmit KVM information
between users and attached servers.
3.1 Getting Started
Before installing your Octopus system, refer to the following lists to ensure that you
have all the items that shipped with the Octopus system as well as other items neces-
sary for proper installation.
Supplied with the Octopus system
• Octopus unit (Octopus 832 or Octopus 1664)
• An EU power cord
• Rackmounting brackets
• A null modem cable
• Octopus Series Installer/User Guide
• Octoware software and user guide on CD
• Octopus Series Quick Install Guide
Supplied with the Octopus user station
• Octopus 1710 user station
• An EU power cord
• Octopus Series Quick Install Guide
Supplied with the Octopus SAM
• Octopus SAM (PS/2, USB, Sun HD15 or Sun 13W3)
• Octopus SAM Quick Install Guide
Needed for installation
• UTP cables for each server and user station you plan to attach to the Octopus system
• One Octopus 1710 user station unit per user station
• One Octopus SAM per server
Optionally you may need:
• Octoware software available on the included CD and through download from
Black Box

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3.2 Installing the Octopus System
Figure 3-1 illustrates one possible configuration for your Octopus unit. Follow
the detailed set of procedures following Figure 3-1 to install the Octopus system.
Figure 3-1. Basic ServSwitch Octopus Configuration
CAUTION: Power Considerations
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment-
- Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
- Disconnect the power from the unit by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical
outlet or the unit.
Octopus 832
SAM
Octopus 1710
User Station

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Installing the Octopus unit
The Octopus unit is the central hub of your Octopus system. All users and computers
are connected through it.
Figure 3-2. Octopus 832 Unit
Figure 3-3. Octopus 1664 Unit
Rackmounting your Octopus unit
You can either place your Octopus unit on your rack shelf or rackmount your unit
into an EIA standard rack.
A rackmounting kit is supplied with each Octopus. Before installing the switch and
other components in the rack, stabilize the rack in a permanent location. Start rack
mounting your equipment at the bottom of the rack, then work to the top. Avoid
uneven loading or overloading of the rack.
CAUTION: Rack Loading
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment-
- Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
- Disconnect the power from the unit by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical
outlet or the unit.
CAUTION: Power Considerations
Connect only to the power source specified on the unit. When multiple electrical components
are installed in a rack, ensure that the total component power ratings do not exceed circuit
capabilities. Overloaded power sources and extension cords present fire and shock hazards.
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Figure 3-4. Octopus 832 Rackmounting Diagram
Figure 3-5. Octopus 1664 Rackmounting Diagram
To install the rack mounting bracket:
1. Remove the two side screws closest to the front from each side of your
Octopus unit.
2. Line up the holes in the brackets with the holes on the sides of the Octopus unit.
3. Using the screws supplied with the rackmounting bracket, thread one through
each of the holes in the sides of the rackmount brackets and into the Octopus
unit. Tighten them securely.
4. Install the Octopus unit into your rack using the approved method of your
rack manufacturer.

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To install a new single Octopus unit:
1. Plug the power cord into the back of the Octopus unit and then into an
appropriate power source.
2. Connect a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software (such as
HyperTerminal) to the terminal port on the front panel of the Octopus using the
supplied null modem cable. The terminal should be set to 9600 baud, 8 bits, 1
stop bit, no parity and no flow control.
3. When the power is switched on, the Power indicator on the front of the unit will
remain orange for approximately 30 seconds while performing a self-test, and
then change to green. This indicates a healthy condition.
4. Next, follow these instructions to set up the Terminal Applications menu. Refer
to Chapter 6 for more details.
a. You will be prompted to enter a username. The first time you access the
switch, enter the username admin and press Enter. Once you have access
to the Octopus Console menu, you can configure a password should you
wish to do so.
b. Once you have logged in to the Octopus, you will see the Octopus Console
menu with four options. Select option 1, Network Configuration. This will
activate the Network Configuration menu.
c. From the Network Configuration menu, select option 1 to set the IP address.
d. Select options 2 and 3 to set your netmask and default gateway respectively.
e. After you have entered these settings, type Øto return to the Octopus
Console menu.
f. If all Octopus units in your installation are part of the same Octopus con-
figuration, you may leave the configuration ID set to Ø. If you are running
more than one Octopus configuration within your subnet, you will need to
designate the group to which this Octopus belongs. To do this, select option
2 to enter the configuration ID for your Octopus unit. A configuration ID
designates an Octopus unit as part of a unique installation. When change
commands are issued via Octoware, only units with the same configura-
tion ID as the Octoware will be affected. Refer to System Management in
Chapter 6 for more information on setting configuration IDs.
g. After entering a configuration ID, enter Ø to return to the main menu.
h. Finally, select option 3 and follow the prompts to password protect your
Octopus terminal settings.
i. Press
Øto exit the Octopus Console menu.
To make a LAN connection:
Using a UTP cable, connect the Network port on the back of the Octopus to your LAN.
NOTE:
Both Octoware and Octopus must be on the same subnet in class A, B or C to function properly.