LevelOne KVM-0830 User manual

LevelOne
KVM-0830/KVM-1630
8/16-Port Combo KVM Switch
w/ Remote Console Port
User Manual
Ver. 1.00-0701

2
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................3
2. KEY FEATURES .............................................................................................................4
3. PACKAGE CONTENT.....................................................................................................4
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION........................................................................................5
5. SYSTEM REQUIREMENT...............................................................................................5
6. CABLE DIAGRAM ..........................................................................................................6
7. FRONT PANEL................................................................................................................7
8. REAR PANEL..................................................................................................................8
9. HARDWARE INSTALLATION .........................................................................................8
10. OPERATION................................................................................................................11
11. DAISY CHAIN CONNECTION.....................................................................................14
12. ON SCREEN DISPLAY ...............................................................................................16
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................33
14. CERTIFICATION .........................................................................................................34

3
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing LevelOne KVM-0830/1630 Combo KVM Switch. The KVM
Switches offer the most reliable and efficient way of managing multiple computers in server
rooms where space is at a premium. On Screen Display (OSD) features computer naming,
computer selection, status indication, auto scan and much more. Up to 128 servers can be
easily managed by cascading multiple KVM switches to expand the capacity.
Revolutionized video enhancement technology ensures superb quality up to 1920 x 1440.
KVM-0830/1630 supports host PC with PS/2 and USB interface. The convenient HDDB-15
to VGA+PS/2+USB cable allows user to connect to different kinds of PC interfaces by the
same cable. Users no longer need to prepare two kinds of cables for their PCs or servers
with different kinds of interfaces. Users can save their time and cost when building their
system.
Besides the USB console port, KVM-0830/1630 provide an Cat.5 remote console port for
users to access KVM switch remotely with the KVM-9007 Cat.5 Receiver. After making
connection between KVM switch and Cat.5 receiver by Cat.5/5e/6 cable, users can control
their system remotely and the distance can be up to 300 meters. Users can use their
existing LAN cables to do the remote control, this also saves their cost and reduce the
complexity. Some server room environments are too noisy for people or unsuitable to work
there for a long time, this remote control feature is an ideal solution for these situations.
KVM-0830 KVM-1630

4
2. Key Features
8/16 ports Combo KVM switch with 19” rack-mounted design
Combo interface with PS/2 and USB PC supports
Supports one Cat.5 remote console up to 300 meters away from KVM switch*
Supports DOS, Win98SE/2000/XP, WinNT, Netware, Unix, Linux
Supports iMAC, Power MAC and Sun Microsystems with USB port
Hot Plug - add PCs or remove connected PCs for maintenance without powering down
the KVM switch or PCs
High VGA resolution - up to 1920X1440, bandwidth: 200MHz
Easy PC selection via On Screen Display Menu, Push buttons, Hot keys
Support eight characters password protection and search PC server name
Auto scan mode for monitoring PCs and flexible scan time from 5~99 seconds
Keyboard status restored when switching PCs
LED display for easy status monitoring
Buzzer sound for switching port confirmation
Built-in one daisy chain port for cascading up to 8 KVM-0830/KVM-1360
* The KVM-9007 Cat.5 Receiver is required for the Cat.5 remote control, it is highly
recommended to use Cat.5e cable when the connection is shorter than 150 meters, and to
use Cat.6 cable when the connection is between 150 and 300 meters.
3. Package Content
KVM-0830 / KVM-1630 1 PCS
Power Adapter DC12V, 1.0A 1 PCS
Rack Mount Kit 1 SET
User Manual 1 PCS
Note:
All cables are optional, please contact your local distributor for more information
Model No Description
ACC-2101 1-to-3 1.8m cable for PS/2 and USB port
ACC-2102 1-to-3 3.0m cable for PS/2 and USB port
ACC-2103 1-to-3 5.0m cable for PS/2 and USB port
ACC-2109 90cm Daisy Chain cable

5
4. Technical Specification
Model No. KVM-0830 KVM-1630
PC Port 8 16
Console Port One USB and one Cat.5
PC Port Connector
(All Female Types) VGA HDDB 15pin
Console Port Connector
(All Female Types)
Local Console: USB Keyboard (USB Type A)
USB Mouse (USB Type A)
VGA HDDB 15pin
Remote Console: RJ-45 8P8C
Daisy Chain Port
Connector
(All Female Type)
VGA HDDB 15pin
PC selection On Screen Display Menu, Hot Key, Push Button
PC Port LED 8 16
Bank 7 segment LED 3
On Screen Display
Control Yes
Scan Intervals 5~99 Sec.
Keyboard Emulation PS2 or USB
Mouse Emulation PS2 or USB
VGA Resolution 1920X1440
Bandwidth 200MHz
Daisy Chain MAX Level 8 levels
MAX PC Connection 120* 128
Housing Metal
KVM Switch Power
Adapter DC 12V, 1A
Operation Temperature 0~50℃
Storage Temperature -20 ~ 60℃
Humidity 0~95%, Non-Condensing
Size 19” Rack Mount / 1RU
Weight (g) 2090g 2300g
Dimension (mm) 445(L) X 160(W) X45 (H)
* Cascading 1 KVM-0830 + 7 KVM-1630 together
5. System Requirement
Model No. KVM-0830 / KVM-1630
Local Console
side
One VGA Monitor
One USB Keyboard
One USB Mouse
Computer side HDDB 15 pin male to HDDB 15 pin + Mini
Din 6 pin + USB special cables

6
6. Cable Diagram
PC Port Special Cable: (ACC-2101, ACC-2102, ACC-2103)
HDDB15 pin male to one HDDB 15 pin male, one Mini Din 6 pin and one USB special
cables
------------Æ
Daisy Chain Cable: (ACC-2109)
VGA Cable:
HDDB15 pin Male to Male
Cat.5/5E/6 Straight Through UTP/STP Cable:
8P8C

7
7. Front Panel
KVM-0830:
KVM-1630:
7-Segment BANK LED indication :
This KVM switch has three 7-segment LEDs to indicate which bank and port is selected.
The first digit of 7-segment LED indicate the bank you selected and the last two digits
indicate which port you select on this bank.
ON-LINE LED indication:
When the host PC is powered on, the ON-LINE LED (Blue color) of corresponding port will
be lit in solid blue. If the PC is powered off or PC port is empty, the power LED won’t be lit.
The BANK button:
If you want to view the KVM switch on next bank, please press “BANK“ button. The bank
LED will be changed from bank 1 to the maximum daisy chain level and then to press
“BANK“ push button once back to the bank 1.
Bank1 Bank2 Bank3 MAX.BANK
Push Buttons (1~8):
To switch from one to another port, please press the push button for the destination port on
the front panel.
SHIFT Button:
For 16 ports KVM switch, please press “SHIFT” button (9-16 LED on) and individual button
1~8 simultaneously in order to select the port 9 to port 16.
For example: Pressing “SHIFT” button and button 5 simultaneously, the thirteen PC port
select LED is selected.
Note:
ON LINE status may still lit on after PC/Server shut down when USB KB/Mouse connected
to PC ports. It’s because the USB port is powered continuously by PC/Server
motherboards, even it shut down already.

8
8. Rear Panel
KVM-0830:
KVM-1630:
9. Hardware Installation
Before installation, please make sure all of peripherals and computers have been turned off.
This example of installation is based on KVM-0830 and the procedure of KVM-1630 is the
same.
Step 1
KVM-0830 / KVM-1630 can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a
desktop. To mount to a rack, attach the brackets to the device using the screws provided in
the rack-mount Kit.
Step 2 (Local Console)
Connect the monitor to the HDDB-15 female port of the local console ports on the back of
the KVM.

9
Step 3
Connect an USB keyboard to the KVM Switch.
Step 4
Connect an USB mouse to the KVM Switch.
Step 4-1 (Remote Console)
Extending your PC console up to 1000 feet away:
(1) Make sure that the Cat.5 cable is straight through type.
(2) Plug one end of Cat.5 cable into the remote console port of KVM switch and the other
end of Cat.5 cable into the RJ-45 port of KVM-9007 Cat.5 receiver.
(3) Connect keyboard, mouse and monitor to the Keyboard/Mouse port and Monitor port
of KVM-9007.
(4) Connect Local PC to KVM-9007 by using the HDDB-15 to the VGA+PS/2+USB cable
(ACC-2101/ACC-2102/ACC-2103).
KVM-9007
Cat.5 Receiver
300 Meters
NOTE:
1. Local console and Remote console of the KVM switch have the same
priority to control computers connected to the KVM switch. The display
output is the same at the local and remote console monitors. The priority
mechanism is: the first move port has the priority and will release the
priority if it did not keep input for 2 seconds.
2. If the video signal is foggy or un-cleared on the screen, please check if the
VGA connector of monitor is well connected to KVM-9007 Cat.5 receiver.
3. For the best display result, it is highly recommended to use Cat.6 cable
when the connection distance is longer than 150 meters.

10
Step 5
The PC port connector is HDDB-15 pin type. Plug the HDDB-15 end of the KVM cable
(HDDB-15 to VGA+PS/2+USB type) into PC port on the rear of KVM switch unit.
The Rear Side of PC
(a) For PS/2 computers - Plug the PS/2 connector into the PS/2 mouse port of PC. And to
use the USB to PS2 adaptor to convert the USB connector into PS/2 interface, then
connect it to the keyboard port of PC.
(b) For USB computers - Plug the USB connector into the USB port of PC and no need to
connect the PS/2 connector to the PC.
Step 6
Double-check all of the connections. You can check the color of keyboard and mouse
connector to make sure the keyboard and mouse connectors are plugged to the correct
ports.
Step 7
Attach the power supply to the KVM unit and plug the other end into a receptacle. The Port
1 LED will be lit up, and you will hear a beep. Please switch on your monitor.
Note:
Please remember to plug the power adapter. Although the PCs connected to KVM Switch
are able to support enough power to the stand alone switch, KVM switch still needs a
power adapter for daisy chain more banks. Unexpected status may occur If you try to
daisy chain more KVM switches without plugging the power adapter.