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Dell PowerEdge KVM 1081AD User Manual

Dell PowerEdge KVM 1081AD
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Dell™ Remote Console Switch
Users Guide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of
your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of
data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal
injury, or death.
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
2161DS-2/4161DS/2321DS Remote Console Switch

Table of Contents

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Dell PowerEdge KVM 1081AD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product TypeKVM Switch
Ports8
Video Resolution1600 x 1200
Form FactorRack-mountable
Number of Users1 local user, 1 remote user

Summary

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE

Indicates important information for better computer use.

NOTICE

Indicates potential damage or data loss and how to avoid it.

CAUTION

Indicates potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

1 Product Overview

Remote Console Switch Features and Benefits

Details the key features and advantages of the remote console switch.

SIP Intelligent Module

Describes the SIP module's capabilities and benefits for connectivity.

OSCAR Interface

Explains the use of the Avocent OSCAR interface for switch management.

On-board Web Interface

Details the web interface for system configuration and device selection.

Virtual Media

Covers functionality for viewing, moving, or copying data via virtual media.

Security

Discusses system protection features like screen savers and passwords.

FLASH Upgradeable

Explains the ability to upgrade firmware for the switch and SIP modules.

Cascade (Tier) Expansion

Describes how to cascade additional switches for system expansion.

Remote Console Switch Software Features and Benefits

Highlights benefits of the management software like ease of use and customization.

2 Installation

Remote Console Switch Quick Setup Checklist

Provides a step-by-step guide for initial setup of the console switch.

Remote Console Switch Installation and Setup

Details the process of installing and configuring the console switch hardware.

Rack Mounting Your Remote Console Switch Unit

Instructions for securely mounting the console switch unit into a rack.

On-board Web Interface Installation and Setup

Guides users through installing and setting up the web interface.

3 Controlling Your System at the Analog Ports

Viewing and Selecting Ports and Devices

How to view, select, and control devices using the OSCAR interface.

Navigating the OSCAR Interface

Explains basic navigation within the OSCAR interface using keyboard and mouse.

4 Using the Viewer

Accessing Servers from the On-board Web Interface

How to connect to servers using the web interface.

Viewer Window Features

Describes the components and functionality of the Viewer window.

Adjusting the Viewer

Covers adjusting viewer settings like resolution, toolbar, and macros.

Preemption

Explains how users with higher privileges can take control of a server session.

5 Virtual Media

Common Virtual Media Terms

Defines key terms related to virtual media functionality.

Configuring Virtual Media Locally

Steps for enabling/disabling and setting virtual media options via OSCAR.

Configuring Virtual Media Remotely

Steps for enabling/disabling and setting virtual media via web interface.

Launching Virtual Media

Instructions on how to launch virtual media sessions.

6 Managing Your Remote Console Switch Using the On-board Web Interface

Migrating Switches from the Remote Console Switch Software

Procedure to migrate switches from AMP to the on-board web interface.

Viewing and Configuring Remote Console Switch Parameters

How to view and modify switch parameters via the web interface.

Setting Up User Accounts

Covers adding, modifying, and deleting users with different access levels.

Locking and Unlocking User Accounts

Explains security lock-out features for user accounts.

Enabling and Configuring SNMP

Details on configuring SNMP settings for network management.

7 Migrating Your Remote Console Switch

Accessing the AMP

Steps to access the Appliance Management Panel (AMP) for migration.

Upgrading Firmware Using the AMP

Procedure for upgrading firmware via AMP before migration.

Migrating Remote Console Switches to the On-board Web Interface

Guides for migrating switches to the on-board web interface.

Using the Resync Wizard

Steps to synchronize local and switch databases using the wizard.

8 LDAP Feature for the Remote Console Switch

The Structure of Active Directory

Explains the hierarchical structure of Active Directory objects.

Standard Installation

Steps for standard setup using Active Directory for authentication.

Configure the Override Admin Account

Setting up an override admin account for network failures.

Configuring the LDAP Authentication Parameters

Details on configuring authentication and authorization parameters.

LDAP SSL Certificates

Covers securing LDAP communication using SSL certificates.

Configuring Group Objects

Explains how to apply access control via Active Directory group objects.

Appendix A: Remote Console Switch Software Keyboard and Mouse Shortcuts

Table B.1: Divider Pane Keyboard and Mouse Shortcuts

Lists keyboard and mouse operations for divider pane navigation.

Table B.2: Tree View Control Keyboard and Mouse Shortcuts

Lists keyboard and mouse operations for tree view control.

Table B.3: Keyboard and Mouse Operations for the Unit List

Lists keyboard and mouse operations for unit list navigation.

Appendix B: TCP Ports

Table B-1. Ports Used

Lists the TCP ports used by the remote console switch and their functions.

Appendix C: MIBs and SNMP Traps

Product ID group (dsProductID) 1.3.6.1.4.1.10418.3.3.1.1

Details objects for identifying product information and firmware versions.

SIP Group (dsSIP) 1.3.6.1.4.1.10418.3.3.1.2

Contains information on SIPs connected to the remote console switch.

SNMP Trap Object Group

Describes variables for generating SNMP traps and alerts.

Appendix D: FLASH Upgrades

Upgrading the Remote Console Switch

Instructions for upgrading the switch firmware via serial or web interface.

Recovering From a Failed Flash Upgrade

Steps to recover the switch from a failed flash upgrade process.

Upgrading the SIP module firmware

Procedures for upgrading firmware for individual or multiple SIP modules.

Appendix E: Technical Specifications

Table E-1. 2161DS-2/4161DS Remote Console Switch Product Specifications

Technical specifications for the 2161DS-2/4161DS models.

Table E-2. 2321DS Remote Console Switch Product Specifications

Technical specifications for the 2321DS model.

Appendix F: Technical Support

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