StarTech.com 8 Port StarView CAT5 UTP KVM User manual

StarView CAT5 UTP KVM
8 Port StarView CAT5 UTP KVM
16 Port StarView CAT5 UTP KVM
Instruction Manual
*8 Port Model Shown

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protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turn-
ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ....................................................................... iii
Introduction.................................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................................1
Package contents ........................................................................1
Hardware Guide ............................................................................. 2
Installation...................................................................................... 6
Stacking Switches and Rack Mounting .......................................6
Single Station Installation ............................................................8
Server Interface Module Installation............................................10
SV5PS2S (PS2 Module)..............................................................10
SV5USBS (USB Module) ............................................................10
Daisy Chaining ............................................................................11
Daisy Chain Installation Diagram ................................................12
Basic Operation............................................................................. 13
Port Selection ..............................................................................13
Hot Plugging................................................................................13
Powering Off and Restarting .......................................................14
Port ID Numbering.......................................................................15
OSD Operation............................................................................... 15
Overview......................................................................................15
OSD Navigation...........................................................................17
OSD Main Screen Headings .......................................................17
OSD Functions ............................................................................17
Hotkey Operation........................................................................... 27

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Hotkey Port Control .....................................................................27
Auto Scanning .............................................................................28
Skip Mode....................................................................................29
Hotkey Beeper Control.................................................................. 30
Hotkey Summary Table................................................................30
Keyboard Emulation...................................................................... 32
Mac Keyboard..............................................................................32
Sun Keyboard..............................................................................33
Firmware Upgrades....................................................................... 34
Introduction..................................................................................34
Performing the Upgrade ..............................................................35
Server Interface Module Upgrade ................................................ 37
Performing the Upgrade ..............................................................38
Firmware Upgrade Recovery.......................................................39
Connection Tables ......................................................................... 40
Administrator Login Failure ......................................................... 42
OSD Factory Default Settings ...................................................... 43
Specifications ................................................................................ 44
Technical Support........................................................................46
Warranty Information ...................................................................46

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Safety Precautions
The following precautions should be employed to ensure safe, reliable
operation of this device:
Read the enclosed instructions, and save them for future reference
Do not place the device on an unstable surface. If the device falls,•
serious damage will result
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device (if•
applicable)
Do not use the device near water•
Do not place the device near or over any device that produces heat (i.e.•
radiators, heat registers etc.)
To ensure adequate ventilation and reliable operation, never block the•
vent openings
Do not place the device on a soft surface (i.e. bed, carpet, etc.) as this•
will block ventilation openings. Similarly, never place the device in a
built-in enclosure unless adequate ventilation is provided
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device•
Unplug the device from the wall, prior to cleaning. Do not use liquid or•
aerosol cleaners, instead use a damp cloth
The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated•
on the marking label. If you are unsure of the type of power available,
please contact your local power company
The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a•
safety feature that should be left intact at all times. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace the
available (outdated) outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of or
bypass the grounding-type plug; always follow local wiring codes
Position system cables and power cables carefully. Do not allow•
anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord
and cables so that they cannot be stepped or tripped on
If an extension cord is used with this device, make sure that the•

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combined ampere rating of all products used on the cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of
all devices connected to the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes
To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and•
decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner
or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device (if•
applicable)
When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power•
supplies, observe the following guidelines:
Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the
power supply
Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power by
unplugging all power cables from the power supplies
Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out components,
risking fire or electrical shock.
Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Please refer all servicing•
to qualified service personnel
Unplug the device from the wall outlet, and consult with a qualified•
service technician, if any of the following conditions occur:
The power cord is frayed or damaged
Liquid has been spilled into the device, or the device has been
exposed to rain or water
The device has been dropped, or the casing has been damaged
The device exhibits a distinct decline in performance, indicating a

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need for service
The device does not operate normally, when following the operating
instructions
Only adjust controls that are described in the following operating•
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage that could lead to extensive repair

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com CAT 5 KVM switch. Allowing
control of up to 8 (SV831DUTP) or 16 (SV1631DUTP) computers over a
CAT 5 cable connection (between the switch and the slave computers),
this device provides a cost-effective solution that’s simple to install, and
equally easy to configure and control through pushbutton operation, hot-
key commands or the convenient On-Screen Display.
Features
Auto-scan function automates sequential computer selection•
Cascade configuration expands system capability up to 256 computers•
(SV831DUTP) or 512 computers (SV1631DUTP)
Allows for easy computer selection using front panel pushbuttons,•
hotkeys and intuitive On-Screen Display
Hot Pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power•
down the switch
Package contents
1 x StarView CAT5 KVM Switch
1 x User Manual
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Mounting Bracket Kit
1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
Please note that when accessing the Switch, you will be asked to supply
a Username and Password.
In the Username field, press the Enter key on the connected keyboard.
In the Password field, press the Enter key. You will then be logged into
the On Screen Display.

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Hardware Guide
Front Panel View SV831DUTP
Front Panel View SV1631DUTP
1&2 734 5 6
1&2
3764 5
Please refer to the tables on pages 3 and 4 for descriptions
of the above illustrations.

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Component Functions (Front Panel)
Component Description
1
Port
Selection
Switches
a. Press a switch to give the KVM focus to the
computer attached to its corresponding port.
b. Simultaneously pressing buttons 1 and 2 for 3
seconds performs a Keyboard and Mouse Reset.
c. Simultaneously pressing buttons 7 and 8 starts Auto
Scan Mode.
2 Port LEDs
The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches.
The upper ones are the On Line LEDs; the lower ones
are the Selected Port LEDs:
a. An On Line LED lights GREEN to indicate that the
computer attached to its corresponding port is up and
running. A flashing LED indicates that the Port is being
used for cascading to another switch.
b. A Selected LED lights ORANGE to indicate that the
computer attached to its corresponding port is the one
that has the KVM focus.
The LED is steady under normal conditions, but flashes
when its port is accessed under Auto Scan Mode.
3Reset
Switch
Pressing this switch in performs a system reset. Note:
The switch is recessed and must be pushed with a thin
object - such as the end of a paper clip, or a ballpoint
pen.
4
Firmware
Upgrade
Recovery
Switch
During normal operation and while performing a firmware
upgrade, this switch should be in the NORMAL position.
If a firmware upgrade operation does not complete
successfully, this switch is used to perform a firmware
upgrade recovery.

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Component Description
5
Firmware
Upgrade
Port
The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware
upgrade data from the administrator’s computer to the
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP, plugs into this RJ-11
connector.
6 Power LED Lights to indicate that the SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP is
powered up and ready to operate.
7Station ID
LED
The SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP’s Station ID is
displayed here. If this is a Single Station installation
(see page 12), or the First Station on a Daisy
Chained installation (see page 15), the SV831DUTP /
SV1631DUTP has a Station ID of 01.
On a Daisy Chained installation, the SV831DUTP /
SV1631DUTP autosenses its position and displays the
Station ID that corresponds to its place in the chain. (see
Port ID Numbering, page 15, for details).
Rear Panel View (SV831DUTP)
Rear Panel View (SV1631DUTP)
Please refer to the table on page 5 for descriptions of the
above illustrations.

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Component Functions (Rear Panel)
Component Description
1Power Socket
2Power Switch
3
Daisy Chain Ports
When Daisy Chaining Units, the daisy chain
cables plug in here. The port on the left is
the Chain In port; the port on the right is the
Chain Out port.
4
Local Console Port
Section
If this is a Single Station installation, or if
this is the First Station of a daisy chained
installation, the keyboard, monitor, and
mouse that make up the Local Console plug
in here.
5
KVM Port Section
The Cat 5 cables that link to the KVM Adapter
Cables (which link to the computers) plug in
here.

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Installation
Please ensure you have reviewed the safety precautions listed
on page iii - v, before proceeding with installation.
Please make sure that power to all of the devices that will
be connected to the switch has been shut off; similarly, you
must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the
Keyboard Power On function.
Stacking Switches and Rack Mounting
SV831DUTP and SV1631DUTP can be stacked on the desktop or rack
mounted at the front or rear of the rack. The following sections take you
through the procedures for each method.
Stacking
SV831DUTP and SV1631DUTP can be placed on any appropriate level
surface that can safely support its weight plus the weight of its attached
cables. To place SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP, or to stack units if you are
daisy chaining them, remove the backing material from the bottom of the
rubber feet that came with this package, and stick them onto the switch’s
bottom panel at the corners, as shown in the diagram, below:

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Please Note: To ensure adequate ventilation, allow at least 5.1cm (2”) on
each side, and 12.7cm (5”) at the back for power cord and cable clear-
ance.
Rack Mounting
SV831DUTP and SV1631DUTP can be mounted in a 19” (1U) rack. The
mounting brackets can screw into either the front or the back of the unit
so that it can attach to the front or the back of the rack. To rack mount the
unit:
Remove the screws at the front or the rear, as shown in the diagram1.
below:
Screw the mounting brackets into the sides of the unit at the front or2.
the rear, as shown in the diagram on the following page:
M3 x 6
Philips
head hex
M3 x 6
Philips
head hex

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M3 x 8
Philips
head hex
M3 x 8
Philips
head hex
3. Slide the unit into the front or rear of the rack and secure it to the rack.
Single Station Installation
In a Single Stage installation, there are no additional KVM switches cas-
caded down from SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP. To set up a single stage
installation, refer to the installation diagrams on the following page (the
numbers in the diagram correspond with the numbers of the instruction
steps), and do the following:
Plug your Local Console’s keyboard, monitor, and mouse into the1.
unit’s Console Ports. Each port is color coded and marked with an
appropriate icon to identify itself.
Use Cat. 5 cable to connect any available KVM port to a KVM Adapter2.
Cable that is appropriate for the computer you are installing.
Please Note: SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP does not support distances
between itself and the KVM Adapter Cable that exceed 40 m (130’).
Connect the KVM Adapter Cable to the computer. Plug the connectors3.
on the KVM Adapter Cable into the appropriate ports of the computer
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Plug the female end of the power cord into the SV831DUTP/4.
SV1631DUTP Power Socket; plug the male end into an AC power
source.
Turn on the power to SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP. After the switch is5.
powered up, you can turn on the computers.

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Server Interface Module Installation
SV5PS2S (PS2 Module)
SV5USBS (USB Module)

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Daisy Chaining
To control more computers than would be supported by SV831DUTP /
SV1631DUTP in a signal stage installation (eight and sixteen respec-
tively), up to 31 additional switches can be cascaded from the KVM ports
of the SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP. As many as 512 computers can be
controlled from a single console in a complete installation.
Tables showing the relation between the number of computers and the
number of SV831DUTP or SV1631DUTP units needed to control them
are provided on page 40. To set up a daisy chained installation, do the
following:
Use a Straight Through DB25 M/F cable ( see StarTech.com part num-1.
bers SC6MF or SC10MF) to connect the Chain Out port of the parent
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP unit to the Chain In port of the child
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP unit (First Station Out to Second
Station In, Second Station Out to Third Station In, etc.).
Please Note: You cannot use the Chain In port of the First Station, since
it is the highest level parent.
Use Cat. 5 cable to connect any available KVM port to the appropriate1.
KVM Adapter Cable.
Please Note: The SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP does not support
distances between itself and the KVM Adapter Cable that exceed 40 m
(130’)
Connect the KVM Adapter Cable to the computer.1.
Use the power cord supplied with this package to connect the2.
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP to an AC power source.
Repeat steps 1–4 for any other switches you wish to add to the chain.3.
Power up the installation according to the following procedure:4.
a) Plug in the power adapter for the First Station. Wait for the unit to
determine its Station ID and display it on the Station ID LED. (The
Station ID for the First Stage unit is 01, the ID for the Second Stage
unit is 02, the ID for the Third Stage unit is 03, etc.)
b) Power on each station on the installation in turn (Second Station,
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displayed before powering on the next station.
c) After all stations are up, power on the computers.
Daisy Chain Installation Diagram

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Basic Operation
Port Selection
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP installations provide three ways to obtain
instant access to any computer in your installation: Manual, OSD, and
Hotkey.
Manual
For manual port selection, simply press the Port Switch that corresponds
with the device you want to access. For cascaded switches, first press
the Port Switch on the parent unit that the cascaded switch is connected
to, then press the Port Switch on the cascaded switch that corresponds to
the device you wish to access.
OSD
OSD (On Screen Display), provides menu-driven computer switching.
Hotkey
Hotkeys allow you to conveniently direct KVM focus to a particular
computer from the keyboard, instead of having to manually select the
computer by pressing Port Selection switches.
Hot Plugging
SV831DUTP / SV1631DUTP supports hot plugging, allowing components
to be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging and
re-plugging their cables from their ports without having to shut the unit
down. In order for hot plugging to work properly, however, the procedures
described on the following page must be followed:
Hot Plugging Stations
You can switch station positions by simply unplugging from the old parent