Lindy SC5-IP User manual

LAN/TCP/IP
-IP
KVM Switch
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SC5-IP
User Guide
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Contents - page 2
Contents
Introduction
SC5-IP features - front and rear..................................................5
What’s in the box.........................................................................6
What you may additionally need ...............................................6
Installation
Mounting .....................................................................................7
Connections .................................................................................8
Local user.................................................................................9
Global user (IP network port) ..............................................10
Computer system (via CAM).................................................11
Power in connection.............................................................12
Cascading multiple units ......................................................13
Connecting units in cascade ............................................14
Addressing computers in a cascade ................................15
Using cascaded computers...............................................15
Multiple video head connections ........................................16
Remote switching control ....................................................17
Configuration
Overall initial configuration ....................................................18
Initial configuration ..................................................................19
Main menu.................................................................................20
General security and configuration steps ................................21
Registering users and host computers .....................................21
What to do if the ADMIN password has been forgotten .......22
Clearing IP access control..........................................................23
Full configuration by global user .............................................24
Encryption settings....................................................................25
Networking issues......................................................................26
Upgrading SC5-IP models..........................................................30
Recovering from a failed upgrade.......................................30

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Operation
The front panel indicators ........................................................31
Accessing the SC5-IP ..................................................................31
Local user access ........................................................................32
Selecting a computer............................................................32
Logging in and out ...............................................................34
The confirmation box ...........................................................35
The reminder banner............................................................35
User preferences and functions ...........................................36
Orange dot indicators in the Select Host menu..................36
Global user access......................................................................37
Global user access via VNC viewer .......................................38
Global user access via web browser.....................................39
Using the viewer window ....................................................40
The menu bar ...................................................................40
When using the viewer window .....................................40
Mouse pointers.................................................................41
Host selection ...................................................................41
Configure..........................................................................41
Auto calibrate ............................................................42
Re-synchronise mouse ................................................42
Access mode - shared/private .........................................42
Controls.............................................................................43
If you need to enter a port number................................47
Viewer encryption settings..............................................47
Supported web browsers.................................................47
Further information
Troubleshooting ........................................................................48
Getting assistance......................................................................48
Appendix 1 – Local setup menus ..............................................49
Functions ...............................................................................50
User Preferences ...................................................................51
Global Preferences................................................................52
Setup Options .......................................................................53
Configuration........................................................................54
Unit Configuration...........................................................55
Network Configuration ...................................................56
Serial Configuration.........................................................57
Reset Configuration .........................................................58
Appendix 2 - Configuration pages via viewer .........................59
User accounts ........................................................................60
Unit configuration ................................................................61
Advanced unit configuration ..........................................62
Time & date configuration ...................................................63
Network configuration.........................................................64
Setting IP access control...................................................65
Serial port configuration......................................................66
Host configuration................................................................67
Logging and status ...............................................................68
LDAP configuration ..............................................................69
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Appendix 3 - VNC viewer connection options.........................70
Colour/Encoding ...................................................................70
Inputs.....................................................................................71
Misc........................................................................................72
Scaling ...................................................................................73
Identities................................................................................74
Load / Save ............................................................................74
Appendix 4 - VNC viewer window options..............................75
Appendix 5 - Browser viewer options ......................................76
Encoding and colour level....................................................76
Inputs.....................................................................................76
Security ..................................................................................76
Misc........................................................................................76
Appendix 6 – Addresses, masks and ports ...............................77
IP addresses ...........................................................................77
Net masks ..............................................................................77
Net masks - the binary explanation ................................78
Calculating the mask for IP access control......................79
Ports.......................................................................................80
Security issues with ports.................................................80
Appendix 7 – Cable and connector specifications...................81
Multi-head synchronisation cable........................................81
Appendix 8 – Hotkey sequence codes......................................82
Permissible key presses .........................................................82
Creating macro sequences ...................................................82
Appendix 9 – Supported video modes .....................................83
Warranty ....................................................................................84
Safety information ....................................................................84
WEEE (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment),
Recycling of Electronic Products ..............................................85
End user licence agreement......................................................86
Radio Frequency Energy............................................................87
Index
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IP network/
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the SC5-IP from LINDY. This
compact unit has been created to allow a single
operator to take full control of many computer systems.
Like the other models within the highly successful SC5
family, this unit takes full advantage of category 5, 5e or
6 structured cabling to provide flexible installation and
configuration. Every connected computer is linked by
up to ten metres of standard CATx cable and one of five
types of CAM (Computer Access Module) according to
the port arrangements on each computer.
The SC5-IP supports up to sixteen computers directly.
This number, however, can be increased at any time
thanks to the ability to connect SC5 units in cascade to
provide a much larger network of controlled computers.
Full enterprise level security is fitted as standard to
restrict access to authorised personnel.
In addition to the local user console, the SC5-IP units
provide true global control for the multiple host
systems. Up to four global users can share access to a
computer from anywhere via an IP network/internet
connection using a Real VNC client application. Each
SC5-IP is even able to provide the VNC application to
each global user, either as a standalone application or
as a Java applet within a standard internet browser.
Many computers
SC5-IP units can directly support 16 computer systems. Multiple
SC5 units can also be cascaded onto the original unit to support
a maximum of 256 computers.
Each system is linked using a Computer Access Module (CAM)
and category 5, 5e or 6 cabling to a maximum distance of 10m
(32 ft) from the SC5-IP unit.
Local user
One user can
be connected
directly to the
SC5-IP.
Global users
The IP models can support up to
four global users at any one time.
CAM formats
The CAMs are available in
different formats to support all
common types of systems, which
can easily be mixed within a
multi-format configuration.
Represents Video,
PS/2 keyboard and
mouse connections
Represents Video,
USB keyboard and
mouse connections
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IP network/Internet
The IP port allows direct
connection to an Ethernet-based
local network and from there
onto the wider Internet.
Alternatively, the robust SC5-IP
security system will allow direct
connection to the outside world.
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SC5-IP features - front and rear
The SC5-IP units pack a great deal of functionality into a compact space. Both
models occupy half of a single 1U rack space and provide most of their connectors
at the rear face. The smart front face features the remote user link port and the
operation indicators.
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Options port
This RS232 serial port can separately support the following functions:
• Remote control switching - commands can be received that will change the
channel, as necessary.
• Synchronisation - allows the actions of two or more SC5-IP switches to be
synchronised so that multiple computers/video screens can be switched and
accessed.
Local user port
Connect a USB keyboard and mouse, plus a video
monitor to these connectors. These allow you to
perform the initial configuration of the SC5-IP.
Additionally, you can use these to locally control the
connected computer(s).
Computer ports
Each computer connects to one of these ports
via standard category 5, 5e or 6 cabling. At the
other end of the cabling a CAM (Computer Access
Module) is used to provide the necessary keyboard,
video and mouse connections.
Power input
The power supply
connects here.
IP network port
The port by which global users are linked to the
SC5-IP unit. This intelligent Ethernet port can
automatically sense whether it is attached to a
10Mb or 100Mb network.
Indicators
These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation:
• LOC Keyboard or mouse data are being received from the local console.
• REM Keyboard or mouse data are being received from the remote console.
• VNC Indicates that a global user is connected and active.
• 100 Indicates the Ethernet network speed (10/100Mbs).
• LNK Indicates that a network link is present.
• PWR Indicates that power is present.

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What’s in the box
CD-ROM
Four self-adhesive
rubber feet
What you may additionally need
Computer Access Modules
One required per connected computer. There are five different formats,
depending on the required computer connections:
PS/2-style
Connectors: Analog video, PS/2-style keyboard and PS/2-style mouse.
Part number: 39351
PS/2-style with audio
Connectors: Analog video, PS/2-style keyboard, PS/2-style mouse and
3.5mm audio jack.
Part number: 39353
USB
Connectors: Analog video and USB keyboard/mouse.
Part number: 39352
USB with audio
Connectors: Analog video, USB keyboard/mouse and 3.5mm audio jack.
Part number: 39354
Sun with audio
Connectors: Analog video, Sun keyboard/mouse and 3.5mm audio jack.
Part number: 39355
SC5-IP
32369 – 16 computer connections, 1 local console connection, 1 global user (network) connection
Power adapter
and country-
specific power
lead
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Double unit rack brackets
Includes twelve screws
Part number: 39404
Single unit rack brackets
Includes four screws

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Installation
Mounting
The SC5-IP units offer three main mounting methods:
• Supplied four self-adhesive rubber feet
• Supplied single unit rack brackets
• Optional double unit rack brackets
Connections
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Single unit rack brackets
These two brackets (plus four screws), extend the
size of the SC5-IP so that it fills the full width
of a 1U rack slot.
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Double unit rack brackets
This kit comprises four brackets (plus twelve
screws) and allows two SC5-IP units to be
connected side by side and fitted into
a 1U rack slot.
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Connections
The SC5-IP provides a great deal of flexibility in its configurations. This chapter details the various
connections that can be made to achieve the required installation.
Global
user
page 10
Local
user
page 9
Power
in
page 12
Computer system
(via CAM)
page 11
Connections do not need to be carried out in the order given within this guide,
however, where possible connect the power in as a final step.
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Remote switching
control
page 17
Multiple video
head connections
page 16
Cascading
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Local user
A locally connected video monitor, keyboard
(and mouse) are required during the initial
configuration. These are also useful during
normal use to allow quick local control of
any connected computer systems. The SC5-IP
unit directly supports USB style keyboards and
mice.
To connect the local user port
1 Position a suitable video monitor, keyboard and mouse in the vicinity of the
SC5-IP unit such that their cables will easily reach.
2 Attach the video monitor, keyboard and mouse connectors to the sockets,
collectively labelled as USER CONSOLE, at the rear of the SC5-IP unit.
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Global user (IP network port)
The SC5-IP models provide an autosensing
Ethernet IP port that can operate at 10 or
100Mbps, according to the network speed.
The SC5-IP models are designed to reside quite
easily at any part of your network:
• They can be placed within the local
network, behind any firewall/router
connections to the Internet, or
• They can be placed externally to the local
network, on a separate sub-network or
with an open Internet connection.
Wherever in the network an SC5-IP is situated, you will need to determine
certain configuration issues such as address allocation and/or firewall adjustment
to allow correct operation. Please refer to Networking issues within the
Configuration chapter for more details.
IMPORTANT: When an SC5-IP is accessible from the public Internet or dial up
connection, you must ensure that sufficient security measures are employed.
To connect the Global user (IP network) port
1 Depending upon where in the network the SC5-IP is being connected, run a
category 5, 5e or 6 link cable from the appropriate hub or router to the SC5-
IP unit.
2 Connect the plug of the link cable into the IP port on the front panel of the
SC5-IP unit.
3 Configure the network settings as appropriate to the position of the SC5-IP
within the network - see Networking issues for details.
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Category 5, 5e or 6 cable
from LAN / network switch
SC5-IP front panel
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Computer system (via CAM)
Each computer system is connected to the SC5-
IP unit via a Computer Access Module (CAM)
and standard category 5, 5e or 6 cabling. CAMs
are available in various formats to suit differing
computer system types and their particular
connector styles.
Each CAM uses Keep Alive technology to
ensure that the keyboard and mouse inputs
to the computer remain active, even when
the particular channel is not selected. This action ensures that there are no
connection delays or problems as the port is selected.
To connect a computer system
1 Ensure that power is disconnected from the SC5-IP unit and the system to
be connected.
2 Locate the required CAM (there are five types available) and attach its video,
keyboard and mouse (PS/2-style, USB or Sun) to the relevant sockets on the
computer system.
3 Lay a suitable length of category 5, 5e or 6 cabling between the computer
system and the SC5-IP unit. The maximum length of the cable is 10 m
(32 feet).
4 Attach the connector of the cable
run to the socket of the CAM.
5 At the other end of the cable run, attach the cable connector to one of the
sockets labelled COMPUTER CONNECTIONS on the rear panel of the SC5-IP unit.
Video
PS/2-style mouse
PS/2-style keyboard
Audio
USB keyboard/mouse
Sun keyboard/mouse
A range of different
connector combinations
are made available
across the five CAM
formats
Computer
Access
Module
Category 5, 5e or 6
cable from CAM
Category 5, 5e or 6
cable to SC5-IP
SC5-IP rear panel
Green indicator - power present
Yellow indicator - signal activity
Note: CAMs derive power from the
computer system via either the PS/2-style
keyboard connector, USB or SUN connector.
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Note: Each CAM is
specifically shaped so
that it can be secured
using a cable tie around
its middle. In this way,
two CAMs can also be
neatly joined together,
back-to-back.

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The SC5-IP unit is supplied with a standard
5V power adapter. There is no on/off switch
on the unit, so operation begins as soon as a
power adapter is connected.
2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power lead to
the socket of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power lead to a nearby main supply socket.
Note: Both the SC5-IP and its power supply generate heat when in operation
and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in
locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate
the equipment in ambient temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Centigrade. Do
not place the products in contact with equipment whose surface temperature
exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade.
SC5-IP rear panel
Output lead from
power adapter
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To connect the power supply
1 Attach the output lead from the power adapter to the 5V socket on the rear
panel of the SC5-IP.

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Cascading multiple units
The SC5-IP supports up to sixteen
directly connected computer
systems, however, this is by
no means the limit. Instead of
connecting computers to every
output port, you can instead link
SC5 units (not IP variants). Thus,
each output of the original SC5-IP
unit can link through to many
more computers connected to the
secondary SC5 units.
The combination of SC5 units
can be arranged two levels
deep forming a tree, or cascade
arrangement, with computer
systems situated at either level
within that cascade tree.
Note: It is not possible to cascade
two SC5-IP units together because
they do not have a Remote User
Port on their front panels. The
lower units must always be the
non-IP SC5 variants.
The cascade tree
The diagram shows how an SC5-IP unit and multiple SC5 units can be
cascaded to two levels. Computer systems can be connected at any
level. The local or global users can access computer systems situated
anywhere within the cascade tree.
See also
• Connecting units in cascade
• Addressing computers in a cascade
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3 Connect the other end of the cascade
link cable to the remote user port
(RJ45 socket) on the front panel of
the SC5 unit.SC5 unit.unit.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the
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Connecting units in cascade
The method for cascading SC5-IP and SC5 units is straightforward and requires
no hardware settings or lengthy configuration process.
The method of linking units is the same regardless of the cascade level, or
number of devices attached. Put simply:
• A single cascade link is made by connecting a computer connections
socket of the sc5-ip unit to the remote user port socket of the sc5 unit
below it.
Please consider the following when making cascade connections between units.
Tips for successful cascading
• The maximum number of levels for a cascade is two.
• For each cascade link, use a standard category 5, 5e or 6 twisted-pair cable,
terminated at each end with an RJ45 connector. There must be no crossover
connections within the cable. The cascade link cables can be up to 10m (32
feet) in length providing that the total length from the SC5-IP or SC5 to any
CAM also does not exceed 10m.
• The procedure given opposite may be carried out in any order but for clarity
the instruction will begin at the SC5-IP unit. The procedure remains the
same regardless of exactly which cascade levels are being connected. The
basic rule is that each link is made by connecting a COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
port of the SC5-IP (upper switch) to the REMOTE USER PORT (on the front panel)
of the SC5.
See also
• Addressing computers in a cascade
To connect units in cascade
1 Ensure that power is disconnected from the
SC5-IP and all other units to be connected.
2 Connect one end of the cascade link cable
to an appropriate COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
port on the rear panel of the SC5-IP.SC5-IP..
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COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
KVM
only
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KVM
only
Once the units and computers have been connected, you can edit their names
to make it much easier to locate them. See the To create a new host entry
section in the ‘Host configuration’ page of Appendix 2 for more details.

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The unique
address of
this host is:
1203
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SAMSAMSAMSAM
The unique address
of this host is:
1203
Port 12
at cascade
level 1
Lindy SC5-IP
Lindy SC5
Addressing computers in a cascade
Computer systems connected within a cascade arrangement are addressed using
up to four digits, two for each cascade level. The pairs of digits specify which of
the COMPUTER CONNECTIONS ports on each of the SC5 units must be enabled to
reach a specific computer. In the diagram given here, a portion of the previous
cascade diagram indicates how the routes to two particular computers are
formed and addressed.
Each cascade level requires two digits, hence the computer marked in red
requires a longer address (1203) as it is situated at cascade level 2, compared to
the blue computer at the top level with its two digit port number.
The first time that you make a connection between an SC5-IP and an SC5, the
master unit will detect this and ask (via the on screen menu) if you want to
automatically add computers. If you choose ‘Yes’ then the ports on the cascade
will be automatically added to the on screen menu.
Using cascaded computers
In use, cascaded computers can be accessed using exactly the same methods
as for those connected directly to the SC5-IP. However, by far the easiest way
is to use the on screen menu. This is because it displays the computer names
and does not require any knowledge of port addresses. See either Selecting a
computer (for local user access) or Host selection (for global user access) for
more details.

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2.0A 412 311 210 19
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OPTIONS
COMPUTER CONNECTIONSCOMPUTER CONNECTIONS
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2.0A 412 311 210 19
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OPTIONS
COMPUTER CONNECTIONSCOMPUTER CONNECTIONS
CAM CAMCAM CAM
Slave SC5-IP
Master SC5-IP
Master monitorSlave monitor
Computers fitted
with dual video
heads
Serial
synchronisation
cable
Multiple video head connections
Two or more SC5-IP units can be connected together so that they
operate in a synchronised manner. Synchronised operation is useful
for applications that require multiple video signals to be switched
together. This type of operation is usually required where each
computer is fitted with multiple video cards or video cards with
multiple video heads. Whenever an SC5-IP channel is switched,
it sends an RS232 command out on its serial interface (marked
OPTIONS on the rear panel). An SC5-IP will switch its channel if it
receives the same command on its serial interface. Consequently,
by linking the serial interfaces, a master unit may be made to
automatically switch one or more slave units as shown in the
diagram.
Note: You must ensure that all SC5-IP units have their Options serial ports set to ‘Sync
Units’ and that their baud rates are identical. These settings can be made either via the
local or global user configuration menus.
It should be noted that the synchronisation cable deliberately does not have the transmit
pin of the Slave End connector linked to the receive pin of the Master End connector. To
do so would cause the Slave unit to be able to switch the Master unit. This would setup an
endless cyclical switching sequence that would prevent the SC5-IP devices from operating
correctly. For more details about the serial synchronisation cables, see Appendix 7.
Notes
It is recommended that the
second CAM in each pair is a
USB-type and that it is plugged
to a vacant USB port on the host
computer to derive its power.
Pairs of CAMs can be strapped
back-to-back with cable ties to
create a tidy installation.
-IP
CONNECTIONPERFECTION
LOCAL
USER
HOST
COMPUTER
CAM CAM
LOCAL
USER
-IP
CONNECTIONPERFECTION

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OPTIONS
COMPUT
Remote switching control
The port switching functions of the SC5-IP units can be
remotely controlled by an RS232 link to the OPTIONS port on
the rear panel.
The sending device must use the following RS232
communication settings:
Baud rate: 19200 bps
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
No handshaking is implemented, however, valid command characters will be
echoed back to the sending device.
Note: You must ensure that the SC5-IP unit has it Options serial ports set to
‘Sync Units’. This setting (together with the baud rate selection) can be made
either via the local or global user configuration menus.
The value of the byte received via the serial link determines which computer port
should be linked through to the user port. The table given here summarises the
valid control codes:
REMOTE
CONTROL
-IP
CONNECTION PERFECTION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 0
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F 71
Host computer port/channel
(video off)
Cable from serial
control device
SC5-IP rear panel

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Configuration
Almost all configuration and operational aspects of the SC5-IP units are
controlled via on-screen menu displays.
Overall initial configuration
When setting up a new installation, the following stages are recommended:
1 Enable the general ‘Security’ option.
With security disabled (default setting), a local or remote user attached to
the SC5-IP will have full and unrestricted access to all computers and all
SC5-IP settings. In larger installations, you are strongly recommended to
enable security and set up individual user accounts with access privileges.
2 Create an ADMIN (administration) password.
All SC5-IP units have a fixed user account that cannot be deleted or
renamed, called ADMIN. This user account is the only one that is able to
make important system changes. If you intend to use security, then it is
important to allocate a password to the ADMIN account.
3 Create user accounts and allocate access rights.
Use the ADMIN account to add user profiles, passwords and access rights
for each of the system users.
4 Provide names for computers.
When numerous computers are attached, you are strongly advised to
provide names for each, to assist with recognition.
5 Configure the required ‘Setup Options’ and ‘Global Preferences’
Use the ADMIN account to determine key SC5-IP settings and timing
characteristics.
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Initial configuration
The SC5-IP unit provides an initial configuration
sequence to assist you to make the necessary settings.
When the SC5-IP is switched on for the first time, you should see the unit
configuration screen, as shown here 
IMPORTANT: Complete the initial IP configuration and invoke security
measures BEFORE the unit is connected to an open IP network.
If the SC5-IP unit has been previously configured,
it will display either the Login dialog or the Select Host screen,
as shown here 
Admin password
Enter a password of at least six characters that has a mix of letters
and numerals. The background colour provides an indication of
password suitability and is initially red to indicate that the password is
not sufficient. When a password with reasonable strength has been
entered it will change to green.
Time and Date
Set these correctly as all entries in the activity log are time stamped
using them.
Encryption
See Encryption settings for a description of the issues and the settings.
Use DHCP/IP address/Net Mask/Gateway
You need to either set the DHCP option to ‘Yes’ or manually enter a
valid IP address, Net mask and Gateway. See Networking issues for
more details.
VNC and HTTP ports
These should remain set to 5900 and 80, respectively, unless they
clash with an existing setup within the network. See Networking
issues for more details.
Option port (serial) details
These two items control the use of the OPTIONS port on the rear
panel of the unit. The port can be used to synchronise the operation
of two separate SC5-IP units.
If neither of these features are required, then you do not need to
change anything on this screen.
Secure keys generation
With every mouse move and keypress, the single dash will move
across the screen (unless the same key is pressed repeatedly).
Periodically, a new star character will be added to the bar as the
random data are accepted as part of the new encryption key. When
the bar is full, the final encryption keys for your SC5-IP will be created
– this process takes roughly 30 to 40 seconds. Once the secure keys
have been calculated the SC5-IP will show either the Login dialog or
Select Host screen.
1
2
3
4
Note: Screen 5 of 5 is displayed while
the secure keys are being generated.
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If the Login is shown, enter
your ‘admin’ Username and
Password - or press twice if
none have yet been defined.
From the Select Host screen,
press to display the Main
Menu. See Main Menu for
more details.
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Within the Main Menu, use the
and keys to highlight an
option, then press to select.
The Configuration option
provides access to separate
Unit, Network and Serial
Configuration screens that are
similar in function to the first
three setup screens shown on
the right.