Tripp Lite B024-DUA8-SL User manual

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Owner’s Manual
DVI/USB Rack-mount
KVM Switch with Audio
and Peripheral Sharing
Models: B024-DUA8-SL (Single-Link),
B024-DUA8-DL (Dual-Link)
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • www.tripplite.com/support
Copyright © 2017 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved.
Package Contents 2
Optional Accessories 2
System Requirements 2
Features 3
Safety Instructions 7
Installation 9
Basic Operation 17
Specifications 39
Warranty and 40
Product Registration
Regulatory Compliance 40
Español 41
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Package Contents
Optional Accessories
System Requirements
• B024-DUA8-SL or B024-DUA8-DL KVM Switch
• (x2) DVI/USB KVM Cable Kits, 6 ft.
• External Power Supply
B024-DUA8-SL – 1-15P Plug with 5 ft. Cord
(Input: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A; Output: 5.3V 2.4A)
B024-DUA8-DL – 1-15P Plug with 5 ft. Cord
(Input: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 0.7A; Output: 5.2V 4A)
• RJ11 to DB9 Firmware Upgrade Cable, 6 ft.
• Grounding Wire
• Rackmount Hardware
• Rubber Feet
• Owner’s Manual
• P312-Series 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Cables
• P502-Series High-Resolution VGA Monitor Cables
• P556-Series DVI to VGA Adapter Cables
• P560-Series DVI-D Dual Link Cables
• P561-Series DVI-D Single Link Cables
• P759-Series DVI/USB + Audio KVM Cable Kits
• U022-Series USB 2.0 A/B Device Cables
Console Requirements
• DVI or VGA (optional) monitor capable of supporting the highest resolution in the
installation
• USB keyboard and mouse
• Microphone and speakers with 3.5 mm connectors (optional)
Computer Requirements
• DVI* or VGA (optional) ports
• A USB port
• Microphone and speaker jacks with 3.5 mm connectors (optional)
*DVI dual-link ports required to obtain DVI dual-link video resolutions.
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System Requirements
Features
• 8-Port DVI/USB rack-mount KVM switch with audio and USB 2.0 peripheral sharing
• Connect up to 512 computers by cascading up to three levels of KVM switches
• Multi-view installation feature allows stacking of up to four KVMs for connecting
computers with up to four DVI output ports and displaying video on up to four
console monitors
• Built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub allows USB devices to be shared among computers
connected to the KVM switch
• 3.5 mm microphone jack provides audio input to connected computers
• 3.5 mm audio jack provides rich 2.1 channel sound with full bass response to a set
of speakers via the computer’s audio output
• Additional console audio jacks are conveniently located on the front panel of the
KVM switch, ideal for use with IP phones
• The KVM and USB focus can be switched independently of one other; for example,
you can access one computer while simultaneously printing from another computer
• Switch between connected computers via front panel pushbuttons, keyboard
hotkeys, and the on-screen display (OSD)
• Multilingual OSD supports English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese,
Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian and French
• Auto Scan mode scans connected computers without manually switching between
them
• Broadcast mode simultaneously sends console commands to all computers to
perform operations
Supported Operating Systems
OS Version
Windows™ 2000 and higher
Mac®OS 9.0 and higher
Linux®Kernel 2.6 and higher
Linux RedHat 9.0 and higher
Linux Debian 3.1 / 4.0
Linux SuSE 10 / 11.1 and higher
Linux Ubuntu 7.04 / 7.10
UNIX AIX 4.3 and higher
UNIX FreeBSD 5.5 and higher
UNIX Sun Solaris 8 and higher
Novell Netware 6.0 and higher
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Features
• OSD Backup and Restore feature allows back up of KVM configuration and user
profile information
• Supports analog and digital video signals, allowing VGA computer and/or monitor
connections
• Supports digital video resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 (B024-DUA8-DL),
1920 x 1200 (B024-DUA8-SL), and analog video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536
(both models)
• Console mouse port emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and
multifunction mice
• Multi-platform support – compatible with Windows, Mac, Sun and Linux
• Supports hot plugging – computers and devices can be unplugged and re-plugged
without shutting down the KVM switch
• The KVM switch stores the monitor’s EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to
optimize display resolution
• LEDs provide easy monitoring of connected computers
• HDCP compliant
• Complete keyboard emulation for error-free booting
• Quick installation—no software needed
• Sun/Mac keyboard support and emulation*
• Multilingual keyboard mapping supports English (US), English (UK), French, German,
Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese and Spanish
• Firmware upgradeable
*PC keyboard combinations emulate Sun/Mac keyboards. Sun/Mac keyboards are only
compatible with their respective computers.
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Features
Front Panel
1Port Selection Pushbuttons
• To simultaneously switch the focus of the KVM, audio, and USB hub to a port,
press and hold its pushbutton for two seconds.
• To switch the focus of the KVM and audio to one port only, press and hold its
pushbutton for less than two seconds.
• To initiate Auto Scan mode, simultaneously press and hold pushbuttons 1 and
2 for two seconds.
• To perform a keyboard/mouse reset, simultaneously press and hold
pushbuttons 7 and 8 for two seconds.
2Port LEDs
Each port contains two LEDs.
• The top LED will dimly illuminate orange to indicate a powered-on computer is
connected to its corresponding port.
• The top LED will brightly illuminate orange to indicate the corresponding port
currently has the KVM and audio focus.
• The top LED will flash when a port is currently being accessed in Auto Scan
mode.
• All top LEDs will flash to indicate Firmware Upgrade mode is in effect.
• The bottom LED will illuminate green to indicate the corresponding port
currently has the USB hub focus.
3Firmware Upgrade Recover Switch
During normal operation, this switch should remain in the NORMAL position. In
the event a firmware upgrade operation does not complete normally, this switch
should be set to RECOVER as a part of the Firmware Upgrade Recovery process.
See the Firmware Upgrade section in this manual for details.
4Console Audio Connectors
A separate set of console Speaker and Microphone jacks are located on the front
panel of the unit for greater accessibility. Devices plugged into these ports will
take priority over devices plugged into the console Speaker and Microphone jacks
located on the rear panel of the unit.
5USB 2.0 Peripheral Port
USB 2.0 devices (flash drives, printers, scanners, etc.) can be plugged into this
port and shared among connected computers.
Note: USB hub functionality is not provided to second- or third-level KVM switches in a
cascade installation.
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6Reset Button
Press this button with a small, thin object (such as a paper clip) to perform a
system reset. When the system resets, the switch will beep and the port LEDs will
flash in succession until the reset is complete.
7Power LED
Illuminates green to indicate the KVM switch is powered on.
Rear Panel
Features
1Power Jack
The included power supply connects to the KVM switch here.
2USB 2.0 Peripheral Port
USB 2.0 devices (flash drives, printers, scanners) can be plugged into this port
and shared among connected computers.
Note: USB hub functionality is not provided to second- or third-level KVM switches in a
cascade installation.
3Firmware Upgrade Port
During a firmware upgrade, the included RJ11 to DB9 firmware upgrade cable
connects to the KVM here.
4Grounding Terminal
When grounding the KVM switch, the grounding wire connects to the KVM here.
5Console Ports
Your monitor, keyboard, mouse, microphone and speakers plug into these ports.
6Computer Ports
The DVI/USB KVM cable kits connect from an available set of ports to a computer.
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Safety Instructions
• Read all instructions and save for future reference.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.
• Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the
device falls, serious damage will result.
• Do not use the device near water.
• Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers. The device cabinet’s
slots and openings allow for adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and
to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.
• The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.), as this
will block its ventilation openings. The device should also not be placed in a built-in
enclosure, unless adequate ventilation is provided.
• Never spill liquid of any kind onto the device.
• Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Always use a damp cloth for cleaning.
• The device should operate from the power source type as indicated on the marking
label. If unsure what power type is available, consult your dealer or local power
company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route power cord and
cables so they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.
• If an extension cord is used with this device, make sure the total ampere ratings of
all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
Make sure the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15
amperes.
• To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases
in electrical power, plugging your devices into a Tripp Lite surge protector, line
conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is recommended.
• When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, observe
the following guidelines:
o Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply.
o Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.
o If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system 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 parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical
shock.
• Do not attempt to service the device. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
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Safety Instructions
• If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it
to qualified service personnel for repair.
o The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.
o Liquid has been spilled into the device.
o The device has been exposed to rain or water.
o The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
o The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for
service.
o The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are
followed.
• Only adjust controls covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified
technician to repair.
• Do not connect the RJ11 port on the KVM marked UPGRADE to a public
telecommunications network.
• The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V phase-to-phase
voltage.
• To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly
grounded.
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Installation
Rack-mount Installation
Attach the included rack-mount brackets to the KVM switch. With the user-supplied
screws, fasten the rack-mount brackets to the rack.
Single Stage Installation
USB DVI
KVM Cable Set
VGA
or
DVI
USB DVI
KVM Cable Set
Note: Before making any connections, make sure power to all devices being connected to the
KVM switch are turned off. Unplug any computer power cords using the Keyboard Power-On
function.
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Installation
1Connect a monitor to the KVM using one of the three following methods:
a. DVI Monitor – Connect the DVI port on the monitor to the DVI-I console port
located on the rear of the KVM switch.
b. DVI + VGA Monitor – For monitors with DVI and VGA ports, you can connect
both to the KVM switch. Connect the DVI port on the monitor to the KVM’s
DVI-I console port, and the VGA port on the monitor to the KVM’s VGA console
port.
c. DVI and VGA Monitors – Connect a DVI monitor to the DVI-I console port on
the KVM, and a VGA monitor to the VGA console port.
Note: Only one video signal will transmit at a time. When connecting to both the DVI and
VGA ports on a single monitor, or when connecting DVI and VGA monitors at the same
time, the video output used will be determined by the OSD settings. See the Set Computer
Video Input section in this manual for details.
2Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the corresponding USB keyboard and
mouse console ports located on the rear panel of the KVM switch.
3Optional – Connect a microphone and speakers to the corresponding 3.5 mm
console jacks located on the unit’s front or rear panel. The front panel jacks will
take priority over those on the rear panel.
4Optional – Connect USB device(s) to the USB 2.0 hub port(s) on the front and
rear of the KVM switch.
5Connect the KVM cable kit to the KVM switch. The USB-B male connector side
plugs in to an available set of computer ports on the unit’s rear panel. Connect
the DVI-D connector to the DVI-I port, and the USB and 3.5 mm connectors to its
corresponding USB and 3.5 mm ports.
Note: KVMs include two 6 ft. cable kits. For the remaining ports requiring cables, or if a
longer cable is needed, separate P759-Series DVI/USB + Audio KVM Cable Kits are needed
(sold separately).
6Connect the other end of the KVM cable kit to the corresponding ports on the
computer you wish to add to the installation.
7Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional computer added to the installation.
8Connect the included power supply to the KVM switch, then plug it into an
appropriate power source. To help protect your system from sudden transient
increases and decreases in electrical power, plugging your devices into a Tripp
Lite surge protector, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is
recommended.
9Turn on the power to all connected computers and devices.
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