Lindy 39401 User manual

© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED & LINDY-ELEKTRONIK GMBH - SECOND EDITION (OCT 2004)
CPU IP Access Switch
User Manual
LINDY No. 39401
www.LINDY.com

LINDY CPU IP Access Switch User Manual
Contents
PACKING LIST............................................................................................................................1
ABOUT THIS MANUAL...............................................................................................................2
CONVENTIONS...........................................................................................................................3
1. INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................................................4
1.1 Overview.................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Features..................................................................................................................................................................5
1.3 System Requirements ............................................................................................................................................5
2. HARDWARE SETUP...............................................................................................................6
2.1 Front View...............................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Rear View ...............................................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Installation...............................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Quick Setup Guide................................................................................................................................................ 9
3. THE ADMINISTRATION UTILITY .........................................................................................10
3.1 Installation.............................................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Starting Up............................................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Logging In.............................................................................................................................................................12
3.4 The Settings Notebook.........................................................................................................................................13
3.5 Upgrading the Firmware.......................................................................................................................................23
3.6 Java Authentification Page...................................................................................................................................25

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4. THE WINDOWS CLIENT.......................................................................................................26
4.1 Installation.............................................................................................................................................................26
4.2 Starting Up............................................................................................................................................................27
4.3 The File Menu.......................................................................................................................................................29
4.4 The Tools Menu....................................................................................................................................................29
4.5 Connecting............................................................................................................................................................33
4.6 Operation..............................................................................................................................................................34
5. THE JAVA CLIENT ...............................................................................................................39
5.1 Starting Up............................................................................................................................................................39
5.2 Operation..............................................................................................................................................................41
6. THE LOG SERVER ...............................................................................................................44
6.1 Installation.............................................................................................................................................................44
6.2 Starting Up............................................................................................................................................................45
6.3 The Menu Bar.......................................................................................................................................................46
6.4 The CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH List Panel...........................................................................................................50
6.5 The Event List Window.........................................................................................................................................52
7. APPENDIX.............................................................................................................................53
7.1 Specifications........................................................................................................................................................53
7.2 Rack Mounting......................................................................................................................................................54
7.3 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................55

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Packing List
The complete CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH package consists of:
•1 CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH KVM Control Unit
•1 CS Custom KVM Cable Set
•1 Power Adapter
•1 Rack Mount Kit
•1 Software CD
•1 User Manual
•1 Quick Start Guide
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping. If you
encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage
to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.

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About This Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH system. It covers all
aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided
below.
Overview
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH. Its purpose, features and benefits are
described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, presents the front and back panel components, and explains how to connect the
CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH to your server or KVM switch and the Internet.
Chapter 3, The Administrator Utility, explains how to connect to the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH as an
administrator; and how to configure the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH for operation.
Chapter 4, The Windows Client, explains how to run the Windows Client Software; how to connect to the CPU IP
ACCESS SWITCH and how to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).
Chapter 5, The Java Client, explains how to run the Java Client Software; how to connect to the CPU IP ACCESS
SWITCH and how to remotely control the connected server (or servers via a KVM switch).
Chapter 6, The Log Server, is a Windows-based administrative utility that records all the events that take place on
selected CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH units and stores them in a searchable database.
An Appendix at the end of the manual provides specifications and other technical information regarding the CPU
IP ACCESS SWITCH.

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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Courier Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need
to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
•Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
> Indicates selecting an option on a menu. For example, Start > Run means to open the Start menu,
and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.

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1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
The CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH is a control unit that allows operators to monitor and access their computers from
remote locations. The CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH connects to the Internet, an Intranet, LAN, or WAN using industry
standard Category 5 cable, then uses a KVM cable to connect to a local KVM switch or server.
Since the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, the server or KVM switch it is
connected to can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall,
down the street, or half-way around the world.
Operators at remote locations connect to the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH via its IP address. Once a connection has
been established and authorization granted, operators of the remote computer can exchange keyboard, video and
mouse signals with the server (or servers on a KVM switch installation), just as if they were present locally and
working on the equipment directly.
With its advanced security features, the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH is the fastest, most reliable, most cost effective
way to remotely access and manage widely distributed multiple computer installations.
The Administrator and Client software utilities provided with the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH make it easy to install,
maintain, and operate. System administrators can handle a multitude of tasks with ease - from installing and
running GUI applications, to BIOS level troubleshooting, routine monitoring, concurrent maintenance, system
administration, rebooting and even pre-booting functions.
The Administrator Utility is used to: configure the system; limit access from remote computers; manage users; and
maintain the system with firmware and software module updates.
Both a Windows GUI Client and a Java Client are provided for IP connection and login from anywhere on the net.
Inclusion of a Java-based client ensures that the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH is platform independent, and is able to
work with all operating systems.
The CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH’s client software allows access to, and control of, the connected servers. Once an
operator successfully connects and logs in, his screen displays what is running on the remote unit attached to the
CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH (a KVM OSD display, a server’s desktop, or a running program, for example) and he
can control it from his console just as if he were there.
The Log Server records all the events that take place on selected CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH units for the
administrator to analyze.
Your CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH investment is protected by a Firmware Upgrade Utility. You can stay current with
the latest functionality improvements by downloading firmware update files from our website as they become
available, and then using the utility to quickly and conveniently perform the upgrade.

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1.2 Features
•Remote access of KVM switches or servers via LAN, WAN, or the Internet; control your installation from
down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world
•Supports 10Base-T, 100Base-T, TCP/IP, HTTP
•Advanced security features include password protection and advanced encryption technologies
•High video resolution: up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz; 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz
•Windows GUI and Java-based client software; Java client works with all operating systems
•Upgradeable firmware via RJ45 Ethernet connection (with default F/W)
•Supports up to 64 user accounts
1.3 System Requirements
•For best results we recommend that the computers used to access the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH control
unit have at least a PIII 1 GHz processor, and that the screen resolution is set to 1024 x 768.
•For best results we recommend that the internet connection speed be at least 128 kbps.
•For the Windows Client, you must have DirectX 7.0 or higher installed.
•For the Java Client, you must have Sun’s Java 2 (1.4 or higher).
•For the Log Server, you must have the Microsoft Jet OLEDB 4.0 or higher driver installed.
•Only non-interlaced video signals at the following resolutions and refresh rates are supported:

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2. Hardware Setup
2.1 Front View
1. Reset / Firmware Upgrade Switch
•Pressing and holding this switch in while powering ON the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH resets it to the
factory default firmware level
•After the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH has been powered ON, pressing and holding this switch in for more
that two seconds performs a system reset
Note: This switch is recessed and must be pushed with a thin object – such as the end of a paperclip, or a
ballpoint pen.
2. 10/100 Mbps Data LED
•The LED lights GREEN to indicate 10 Mbps data transmission speed
•The LED lights ORANGE to indicate 100 Mbps data transmission speed
3. Link LED
Flashes GREEN to indicate that a Client program is accessing the device.
4. Power LED
Lights when the CPU IP ACCESS SWITCH is powered up and ready to operate.