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KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxChanging an Attribute:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Miscellaneous . . . . . . . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual84Mouse SynchronizationAt times the local mouse movement may lose sync with the remote mouse movement. The Mouse Synchroniz

Chapter 6. The Java Client85The Button BarThe buttons on the Button Bar are toggles. Their actions are described in the table below:Button ActionEnab

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual86 Messages that users post to the board - as well as system messages - display in the Message Display panel. If you disab

Chapter 6. The Java Client87Port OperationJava Client port operation is the same as for the Windows Client. See page 62 for port operation details.Pa

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89Chapter 7The Log FileThe Main ScreenThe KN2108 / KN2116 logs all the events that take place on it. To view the contents of the log file, click the L

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91Chapter 8The Log ServerThe Windows-based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all the events that take place on selected KN2108 / KN

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual92Starting UpTo bring up the Log Server, either double click the program icon, or key in the full path to the program on th

Chapter 8. The Log Server93The Menu BarThe Menu bar consists of four items: Configure Events Options HelpThese are discussed in the sections that

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxiUser List Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78The Configuration P

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual94A description of the fields is given in the table, below:Fill in or modify the fields, then click OK to finish.EventsThe

Chapter 8. The Log Server95A description of the items is given in the table, below:Maintenance:Records are not automatically erased when their time l

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual96OptionsNetwork Retry allows you to set the number of seconds that the Log Server should wait before attempting to connect

Chapter 8. The Log Server97The Log Server Main ScreenOverviewThe Log Server Main Screen is divided into two main panels. The upper (List) panel list

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual98The List PanelThe List panel contains six fields:The Tick PanelThe lower panel displays tick information for the currentl

99Chapter 9AP OperationOverviewIn some cases, the Administrator may not want the KN2108 / KN2116 to be available via browser access. AP versions of th

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual100Starting UpTo connect to the KN2108 / KN2116, go to the location on your hard disk that you saved the Windows Client pro

Chapter 9. AP Operation101(Continued from previous page.)Item DescriptionServer This area is used when you want to connect to a KN2108 / KN2116 at a

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual102The File MenuThe File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open user created Work files. A Work File consists o

Chapter 9. AP Operation103Config:When you select Config, a screen similar to the one below appears: If Full Screen Mode is enabled (there is a check

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxiiThe Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Keyboard: . . . . . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual104ConnectingTo connect to a KN2108 / KN2116 unit:1. If it is in the Server List, double click it; if you are using the Ser

Chapter 9. AP Operation105OperationOnce the connection to the KN2108 / KN2116 has been accomplished, the remote system's video output is capture

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual106The Java ClientInstallationTo install the Java Client on your computer, do the following:1. Log into the KN2108 / KN2116

Chapter 9. AP Operation1073. Key in the IP address for the unit you want to connect to - including a forward slash followed by the login string (set

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual1084. Provide a valid Username and Password and Click OK. Once the authentication procedure completes successfully, the KN2

109AppendixTroubleshootingGeneral OperationSymptom Possible Cause ActionErratic Operation System needs to be reset Press and hold the Reset switch (se

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual110AdministrationThe Windows ClientSymptom Explanation ActionAfter upgrading the firmware, after logging in, the KN2108 / K

Appendix 111The Java ClientFor mouse synchronization problems, see Mouse Synchronization, page 84, and Additional Mouse Synchronization Procedures, pa

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual112Sun SystemsNote: These solutions work for most common Sun VGA cards. If using them fails to resolve the problem, consult

Appendix 113Trusted CertificatesOverviewWhen you try to log in to the device from your browser, a Security Alert message appears to inform you that th

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxiiiAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CC1000 system. It covers all aspects o

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual114Installing the CertificateTo install the certificate, do the following:1. In the Security Alert dialog box, click View C

Appendix 1155. Next, click Finish to complete the installation; then click OK to close the dialog box.Certificate TrustedThe certificate is now truste

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual116Additional Mouse Synchronization ProceduresIf the mouse synchronization procedures mentioned in the manual fail to resol

Appendix 1173. Windows ME:Set the mouse speed to the middle position; disable mouse acceleration (click Advanced to get the dialog box for this).4. Wi

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual118SpecificationsFunction KN2108 KN2116Computer Connections 8 16Port Selection OSD / HotkeyConnectors Console PortKeyboard

Appendix 119OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Supported KVM SwitchesWhile we recommend using the KH88 when casca

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual120Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password inform

Appendix 121Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPEC

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123IndexAAccess Port, 39Adapter cable installation, 21Administration, 27Configuration Page, 34Customization Page, 47List Function, 30Log Page, 34Main

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxivConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.[ ] Indicates key

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual124II/O Modules, 48InstallationSingle Station, 19Two Stage, 22Introduction, 1JJava Client, 106Configuration Page, 87Control

Index 125Rear, 17Split, 13RADIUS, 42Access Rights Examples, 44Access Rights Table, 43Rear ViewKN2108, 8KN2116, 8Recalling the OSD, 62SSafety Instructi

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxvALTUSEN InformationTechnical SupportGetting HelpFor additional help, advice, and information, ALTUSEN provides several su

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxviProduct InformationFor information about all of ALTUSEN's products and how they can help you connect without limits

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe KN2108 and KN2116 are IP-based KVM control units that allow both local and remote operators to monitor and access mu

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual2Remote operators can log in from anywhere on the net via their browser. Once they successfully log in, operators can take

Chapter 1. Introduction3Features 8 (KN2108) or 16 (KN2116) port remote access KVM switch – monitor and control up to 8 or 16 computers from a single

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualiiRegulatory InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual4System RequirementsRemote Computers For best results, computers that remotely access the switch should have at least a P

Chapter 1. Introduction5KVM Adapter Cables (CPU Modules) Cat 5 (or higher) cable is required to connect the KN2108 / KN2116 to one of the KVM Adapte

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Chapter 1. Introduction7No. Component Description1 Power LED Lights when the KN2116 is powered up and ready to operate.2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs prov

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Chapter 1. Introduction9No. Component Description1 Power Socket The power cable plugs in here.2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the u

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11Chapter 2Hardware SetupOverviewFor convenience and flexibility that allows mixing the PS/2 and USB interfaces, as well as multiple platforms, the KN

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual12Stacking and Rack MountingThe KN2108 / KN2116 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted in a variety of ways. The fol

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup13Rack Mounting - SplitThe KN2108 / KN2116 can be installed in most standard 19" (1U) racks. There are three configurat

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualiiiUser NoticeAll information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without pri

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual143. Position the device in the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack.4. Screw the m

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup15Rack Mounting - Front1. Remove the two screws at the front of the unit:2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual163. Position the device in the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack.4. Screw the m

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup17Rack Mounting - Rear1. Remove the two screws at the rear of the unit:2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied w

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual183. Position the device in the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack.4. Screw the m

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup19Single Station InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional KVM switches cascaded down from the KN2

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual20Single Stage Installation Diagram5643122by ATENPS/2 CPU MODULEMODEL NO. KA9120PS/2 CPU MODULEMODEL NO. KA9120LINKkn2116_2

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup21KVM Adapter Installation DiagramsKA9120by ATENPS/2 CPU MODULEMODEL NO. KA9120PS/2 CPU MODULEMODEL NO. KA9120LINKKA9170by A

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual22Two Stage InstallationTo control even more computers, up to 8 (KN2108) or 16 (KN2116) additional KVM switches can be casc

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup238. Turn on the power to all the computers.Note: The Power On sequence requires that all Second Stage units be powered on f

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualivSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and inst

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual24Hot PluggingThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup25Port ID NumberingEach computer on the installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is a one or two segment numbe

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27Chapter 3AdministrationOverviewThe OSD's Administration page lets the Administrator (and users with administration permission - see User Manage

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual28After you successfully log in, the Local Console OSD comes up:The OSD consists of four pages, each with a specific set of

Chapter 3. Administration29The Main PageThe Main page lists all of the KN2108 / KN2116’s ports and governs port access. Selecting a port and double c

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual30The List FunctionThe List Function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) in the Ma

Chapter 3. Administration31 The drop down list on the left offers four fixed choices as shown in the table, below: The text input box on the right

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual32Port NamesTo help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This field al

Chapter 3. Administration332. Key in the new Port Name, or modify/delete the old one.3. When you have finished editing the port name, click anywhere

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manualv Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables. When connecting or disconn

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual34The Configuration PageThe Configuration page sets the operating parameters for each port. Since these operations are the

Chapter 3. Administration35The Administration PageEach of the administrative functions is represented by an icon at the left of the page. Clicking th

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual36User ManagementThe User Management dialogs are used to create and manage user profiles. Up to 64 user profiles can be est

Chapter 3. Administration37Fill in the required information for a new User profile, or modify the existing information to edit a previous profile. A

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual38(Continued from previous page.)Heading DescriptionPort Access This function allows the Administrator or a User with Admin

Chapter 3. Administration39Service ConfigurationThe Service Configuration dialog is composed of two main panels: Access Port and Log Server:Access Po

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual40Log ServerImportant transactions that occur on the KN2108 / KN2116, such as logins and internal status messages, are kept

Chapter 3. Administration41NetworkThe Network dialog is used to specify the KN2108 / KN2116's network environment. The box is divided into two p

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual42ANMSThe Authentication Network Management Service dialog box allows you to set up login authorization management from ext

Chapter 3. Administration43RADIUS Server Access Rights Table:(Continues on next page.)Character MeaningC Grants the user administrator privileges, al

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviRack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor,

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual44(Continued from previous page.)Note: 1. Characters are not case sensitive. Upper or lower case works equally well.2. Char

Chapter 3. Administration45SecurityThe Security page controls access to the KN2108 / KN2116.IP and MAC Filtering If any filters have been configured

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual46Note: Each IP filter can consist of a single address, or a range of addresses. To filter a single IP address, key in the

Chapter 3. Administration47CustomizationThe Customization dialog box is arranged in four major sections, as described below:Login Failures Allowed:

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual48I/O ModulesUpgrade:Upgrade allows you to upgrade the I/O firmware of selected ports. When you click Upgrade..., a dialog

Chapter 3. Administration49Attributes:Attributes allows you to set attribute parameters for each of the ports. When you click Attributes..., a dialog

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual50 The Timeout field sets a time threshold for users on ports whose Share Mode has been set to Occupy (see Occupy:, page 5

Chapter 3. Administration511. Select the desired attributes for the port, then click OK. You return to the previous screen (Setting I/O Module Attrib

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual52Date/TimeThe Date/Time dialog box lets the Administrator set up the KN2108 / KN2116's time parameters: To establish

Chapter 3. Administration53Upgrading the FirmwareAs new versions of the KN2108 / KN2116 firmware become available, they can be downloaded from our we

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviiPackage ContentsThe KN2108 / KN2116 package consists of:1 KN2108 or KN2116 KVM Over the NET™ KVM Switch1Power Cord1 Rack

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55Chapter 4Browser OperationOverviewKN2108 / KN2116 computer control and switching operations are governed by an On Screen Display (OSD) interface. Th

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual563. Provide a valid Username and Password (set up by the administrator), then Click Login to continue.Note: 1. If you supp

Chapter 4. Browser Operation57Web Page LayoutThe General Dialog BoxAn explanation of the dialog box fields is given in the table below:Web Page Icons

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual58Web Page ButtonsThe purpose of the buttons at the left of the web page are explained in the table below:Icon FunctionClic

59Chapter 5The Windows ClientActivating the Browser OSDAfter you have successfully logged in (see Logging In, page 55), to activate the browser based

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual604. When a connection to the KN2108 / KN2116 has been established a screen similar to the one below appears: If Full Scre

Chapter 5. The Windows Client61The Main PageThe OSD comes up with the Main page visible: The Main Page lists all of the KN2108 / KN2116's ports

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual62Port OperationSelect a port on the OSD Main Screen either by moving the highlight bar to it with the Up and Down Arrow ke

Chapter 5. The Windows Client63The Toolbar IconsThe meanings of the toolbar icons are explained in the table below.Note: The administrator selects wh

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviiiContentsRegulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual64Hotkey Operation OverviewHotkeys allow you to provide KVM focus to a port directly from the keyboard. The KN2108 / KN2116

Chapter 5. The Windows Client65Pausing Auto Scan:While you are in Auto Scan Mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particul

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual66Panel Array ModeClicking the OSD Toolbar's Panel icon invokes Panel Array Mode. Under this mode, the OSD divides you

Chapter 5. The Windows Client67 You can access a computer connected to a port by moving the mouse pointer over its panel and clicking. You switch to

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual68Multiuser OperationThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports multiuser operation. Up to 32 users can log in at the same time. When mul

Chapter 5. The Windows Client69Windows Client Control PanelThe Windows Client Control Panel consists of an icon bar at the top, with two text bars be

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual70Hotkey SetupVarious configuration actions related to the keyboard, video, and mouse can be performed via hotkey combinati

Chapter 5. The Windows Client71Hotkey Actions:An explanation of the actions is given in the table, below:Note: To invoke an action, you must press an

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual72Hotkey Configuration:If you find the default Hotkey combinations inconvenient, you can configure them to whatever suits y

Chapter 5. The Windows Client73Video SettingsGeneral:You can adjust the placement and the picture quality of the remote screen (as displayed on your

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualixKVM Adapter Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Two Stage Installation. . . . . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual74The meanings of the adjustment options are given in the table below:Option UsageScreen Position Adjust the horizontal and

Chapter 5. The Windows Client75Gamma AdjustmentIf it is necessary to correct the gamma level for the remote video display, use the Gamma function of

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual76The Message BoardThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports multiple user logins, which can possibly give rise to access conflicts. To

Chapter 5. The Windows Client77The Button BarThe buttons on the Button Bar are toggles. Their actions are described in the table below:Message Displa

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual78User List PanelThe names of all the logged in users are listed in this panel. Your name appears in olive; other users&ap

Chapter 5. The Windows Client79The Configuration PageThe OSD Configuration page allows users to set up their own, individual, working environments. T

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual80The Configuration page settings are explained in the following table:Setting FunctionOSD Hotkey Selects which Hotkey cont

81Chapter 6The Java ClientActivating the Browser OSDAfter you have successfully logged in (see p. 55), to activate the browser Java Client OSD do the

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual82When you bring up the OSD, the Main Screen comes up in the center of your monitor.This is the same OSD Main Screen that a

Chapter 6. The Java Client83Video SettingsClicking this button brings up the Video Settings dialog box:This is similar to the Windows Client Video Se