StarTech.com RACKCONS17HD User manual

Manual Revision: 05/09/2019
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RACKCONS17HD / RKCONS17HDGB
1U 17in 1080p LCD Rack Console with Front
USB Hub
*actual product may vary from photos

Instruction Manual
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
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
turning the equipment o 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.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Product Overview ..................................................................................1
Front View.................................................................................................................................................... 1
Rear View...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction............................................................................................2
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2
Front Panel Controls................................................................................................................................. 3
Installation .............................................................................................3
Rail Installation A....................................................................................................................................... 4
Rail Installation B....................................................................................................................................... 5
Rail Installation C....................................................................................................................................... 8
Console Installation...............................................................................12
PC / Server Connection........................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting to a KVM Switch ................................................................................................................ 14
Operation ................................................................................................14
Specications..........................................................................................15
Technical Support ..................................................................................16
Warranty Information............................................................................16

Instruction Manual 1
Product Overview
Front View
Rear View
Top Handle
Key Lock
Menu Buttons
USB 2.0 Hub Ports
USB Hub PC
Connection
Modular KVM
Dock Port
DC Jack PC/KVM
Connections
PS/2 - USB
Selector Switch

Instruction Manual 2
Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1 x 1U Rack Console
• 1 x Set, Mounting Rails
• 2 x Extended Brackets
• 2 x Short Brackets
• 2 x Short Bracket Attachments
• 2 x Keys
• 1 x 6ft (1.8m) PS/2 VGA KVM Cable
• 2 x 6ft (1.8m) USB A to USB-A Cables
• 6 x #6-32x6 Flat Screws
• 6 x M4x5 Screws
• 1 x Power Adapter
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual 3
Front Panel Controls
Controls Description
Soft power on/o button. Adjacent LED is lit when on.
Auto Auto-synchronize and scale down display to any valid
factory preset timings.
Up Press to scroll the function you want to adjust.
Down Press to scroll the function you want to adjust.
Menu To access the main menu. This button also acts as
the“Enter”button.
Power Indicator
GREEN
RED
RED
RED
ON
STANDBY
SUSPEND
OFF
The OSD (On-screen display) oers many dierent video, positioning and language
options. Use the table below to navigate through the menus and change settings as
needed.
Installation
NOTE: The Rack Console can be installed into racks where the depth measures
between 19.84 - 39.37in (504 - 1000 mm). The installation procedure will vary based on
the size of your rack:
For 24.17 – 31.5in (614 - 800mm) refer to Rail Installation A (most common).
For 19.84 – 24.17in (504 - 614mm) refer to Rail Installation B.
For 31.5 - 39.37in (800 - 1000mm) refer to Rail Installation C.

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Rail Installation A
1. Slide the rail outward until two screws appear.
2. Loosen (not remove) the seven screws shown and adjust the rail to t your rack.
3. Secure both the front and rear brackets to your rack using the appropriate screws /
nuts for your rack (not included).
rail
two screws

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4. Tighten the seven screws loosened in Step 2.
5. Repeat the above steps for the other side.
Rail Installation B
1. Slide the rail outward until two screws appear.
2. Remove the seven screws shown.
rail
two screws

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3. Remove the two original brackets from the rail.
4. Install the Short Bracket to the rail as shown.
original bracket
original bracket

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5. Add the Short Bracket Attachment piece to the rail and use four screws to secure
them to the rail (don’t fully tighten).
short bracket
bracket attachment
short bracket
6. Secure both the front and rear brackets to your rack using the appropriate screws /
nuts for your rack (not included).