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HP AF600A - Server Console Switch - User Manual

HP AF600A - Server Console Switch
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HP KVM Server Console Switch G2
User Guide
Part Number 531671-001
March 2009 (First Edition)

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • A
    Angela SmithAug 12, 2025
    Why is my HP IP Console Switch not being recognized?
    • K
      Kaitlyn McclainAug 13, 2025
      If the system is not recognizing the HP IP Console Switch, ensure that all HP IP Console Switches are upgraded with firmware version 3.0.0 or later.
  • C
    Christy BurnettAug 16, 2025
    Why are the video displays on my HP AF600A - Server Console all green or red?
    • L
      lee69Aug 17, 2025
      If the video displays are all green or red, verify the following: * Check the UTP CAT5 cable for any breaks or bad crimps. * Inspect the VGA connection for bent pins.
  • T
    tara33Aug 20, 2025
    What to do if the local user cannot view the OSD flag on the HP Switch?
    • R
      Rodney JacksonAug 20, 2025
      If the local user cannot view the OSD flag on the HP Switch, preview the preferences in the OSD to determine if the local port display has been disabled or set to time out. If the preferences are set to not display the OSD flag or to have the flag time out, then the OSD flag does not appear.
  • T
    Timothy GrayAug 23, 2025
    What to do if the local user cannot activate or view the OSD on the HP AF600A - Server Console Switch?
    • T
      Traci DaltonAug 25, 2025
      If the local user cannot activate or view the OSD, and the OSD flag disappears on your HP Switch, make sure that the local port keyboard is properly connected and that the keyboard is working correctly.
  • M
    macdonaldvictoriaAug 27, 2025
    What to do if the activity indicator light does not display when the HP AF600A - Server Console is powered on?
    • M
      Mary JonesAug 27, 2025
      If the activity indicator light does not display when the HP console switch is powered on: * Ensure that the console switch is powered on and the power source is valid. * Make sure the cables are connected properly.
  • S
    scottjustinSep 1, 2025
    Why is the OSD distorted on the local port video display of my HP AF600A - Server Console?
    • K
      Karen SmithSep 1, 2025
      If the OSD is distorted or not readable on the local port video display of your HP Switch, ensure that the monitor supports the refresh rate to which the target server is set.
  • C
    Cheryl MitchellSep 4, 2025
    What to do if numeric keypad keys don't map to VT100 emulation on HP AF600A - Server Console Switch?
    • G
      Gerald AndersonSep 4, 2025
      When connecting a serial interface adapter to a server running Linux Red Hat or SLES, and the numeric keypad keys on a PC keyboard do not map to VT100 emulation under the Linux shell, you can: * Use the "printenv" command to show the TERM assigned under Linux. It can be matched appropriately with other termcap entries by editing the profile or setting the TERM = "ansi". For PC keyboards, ANSI is the most compatible emulation. * Edit your /etc/inittab as: s0:2345:respawn:sbin/agetty -h ttyS0 115200, 9600 ansi Where ttyS0 is the serial device name where the serial interface adapter is connected. Then at a shell prompt, enter init q, or reboot the system.
  • M
    Mr. Corey MccoySep 8, 2025
    What to do if the local user cannot view the OSD copyright notice on the HP Switch?
    • J
      Jeffrey WoodsSep 8, 2025
      If the local user cannot view the OSD copyright notice or the OSD copyright notice is distorted on your HP Switch: * Ensure the power source is valid. * Ensure the cables are connected properly. * Ensure the monitor is working correctly.

Summary

Installing the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2

Installation Checklist

Components and steps required before installing the console switch.

Installing a PS;2 or USB Interface Adapter

Local Port Operation

Accessing the Main Dialog Box

Key sequences to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) interface.

Selecting Servers

How to choose and switch to a specific server from the OSD.

Setting Local Console Switch Security

Configuring password protection and screen saver.

Upgrading the Firmware

Upgrading the Console Switch Firmware

Step-by-step guide to update the console switch's firmware.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Table

Common problems encountered and their solutions.

HP AF600A - Server Console Switch Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelAF600A
TypeKVM Switch
Form FactorRack-Mountable
Rack Height1U
Number of Local Users1
Power Supply100-240 VAC
Dimensions43.2 x 17.0 x 4.4 cm
Number of Ports8-port
InterfaceRS-232, Ethernet

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