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Avocent AUTOVIEW 3008 User Manual

Avocent AUTOVIEW 3008
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AUTOVIEW
®
3008/3016
Installer/User Guide

Table of Contents

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Avocent AUTOVIEW 3008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Ports8
Video ResolutionUp to 1920 x 1200
Maximum Resolution1920 x 1200
USB PortsYes
Audio SupportNo
Form Factor1U Rackmount
Weight2.5 kg
Product TypeKVM Switch
KVM Ports8
Local Users Supported1
On-Screen Display (OSD)Yes
Video BandwidthUp to 200 MHz
Operating Temperature0 to 50 °C
Connector TypeUSB
Storage Temperature-20 to 60°C
Humidity0 to 80% non-condensing

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Overview

Features and Benefits

Overview of AutoView 3008/3016 switch features and benefits for flexible control of servers.

Chapter 2: Installation

Switch Connectivity

Describes how the switch transmits KVM information and its network connectivity.

Installation Overview

Outlines the general procedure for setting up and installing the switch.

Rack Mounting

Provides instructions and safety considerations for mounting the switch in a rack.

Connecting Hardware

Details the steps for connecting the switch hardware and powering it on.

Network Configuration

Explains how to configure network settings via OSCAR or OBWI interfaces.

Firewall Configuration

Discusses opening firewall ports for OBWI access and typical configuration scenarios.

Verifying Connections

Explains how to verify Ethernet and IQ module connections using LEDs.

Cascading Switches

Describes how to cascade multiple AutoView switches using CAT 5 cables.

Chapter 3: Local Port Operation

Selecting a Target Device

Steps to select a target device to reconfigure local keyboard and mouse settings.

Viewing System Status

Interpreting status symbols for target devices in the OSCAR interface.

Navigating the OSCAR Interface

Guide to using keyboard and mouse for OSCAR interface navigation.

Displaying Version Information and Upgrading Firmware

Accessing firmware version details and performing firmware upgrades.

Chapter 4: Web Interface Operations

AutoView 3008/3016 Switch OBWI

Overview of the On-Board Web Interface for KVM switching.

Viewing and Selecting Ports and Servers

Logging into the OBWI and navigating the Explorer window.

Launching a KVM Session

Initiating a KVM session via the Explorer browser window.

Viewing and Terminating User Sessions

Managing active user connections through the OBWI Status tab.

Managing Users

Creating, modifying, and deleting user accounts and managing security.

Access Levels

Defining user roles and their allowed operations.

Managing Device Properties

Viewing and changing appliance configuration parameters.

Upgrading Firmware

Procedures for upgrading switch and IQ module firmware.

Configuring LDAP

Setting up LDAP for user authentication and directory services.

Chapter 5: The Video Viewer

The Video Viewer Window

Description of the Video Viewer window and its Java-based operation.

Video Viewer Window Features

Overview of the Video Viewer window's interactive elements and capabilities.

Adjusting the View

Options for aligning cursors, refreshing screens, and scaling images.

Chapter 6: Terminal Operations

Network Configuration

Steps to configure network settings using the Console menu.

Appendix A: Flash Upgrades

Using the Console menu interface

Procedure to upgrade switch firmware via the Console menu.

Recovering from a failed Flash upgrade

Steps to recover the switch after a failed firmware upgrade.

Appendix B: Using Serial IQ Modules

Configuring the Serial IQ Module

Steps to configure serial port communication parameters and appearance.

Appendix F: Technical Support

To Resolve an Issue

Steps to follow to get technical assistance for product issues.

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