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HP IP and Server Console Switches G2

User Guide

Abstract

This document is for the person who installs racks and rack products. This procedure is performed only by trained personnel.

HP assumes you are

qualified in performing installations and trained in recognizing hazards in rack products.

Part Number: 585313-002a

May 2013

Edition: 2

Main Page

Default Chapter1
- User Guide1
- Table of Contents3
Product Features6
- Overview of Features6
- KVM Switching Capabilities6
- True Serial Capabilities7
- Local and Remote User Interfaces7
- Virtual Media Capabilities7
- Smart Card Capabilities7
- FIPS Cryptographic Module7
Component Identification9
- HP Server G2 Console Switch Components9
- HP IP G2 Console Switch Components9
- Interface Adapters11
Installing the Console Switch14
- Installation Overview14
  - Rack-Mount Safety Instructions14
- Installation Checklist14
- Rack-Mounting the Console Switch15
- Connecting the Console Switch19
- Verifying Connections20
- HP IP Console Viewer Overview21
Installing the Interface Adapter23
- Interface Adapter Overview23
- Selecting an Interface Adapter23
- Connecting the Interface Adapter24
Cascading Console Switches25
- Cascading Console Switches Overview25
  - Cascading Console Switches Matrix25
- Cascading Two HP Server Console Switches G226
  - Example of an HP Server Console Switch G2 Cascade Configuration27
- Cascading an HP Server Console Switch G2 under an HP IP Console Switch G228
Configuring the Console Switch29
- The User Interfaces29
  - Configuring the Console Switch Using the Local Console UI29
  - Configuring the Console Switch Using the Remote OBWI29
- Using the User Interfaces31
- Local Console User Interface31
- Target Devices31
- Filtering Target Devices32
- Appliance Tools32
- Viewing System Information35
  - System Alerts36
- Network Settings36
- Ports40
  - Interface Adapter Ports40
  - Cascade Devices Ports41
- Local Console UI Settings41
- Configuring Sessions42
- User Accounts47
  - Local User Accounts47
- Mergepoint Access Settings48
- Configuring LDAP49
  - LDAP Search50
  - LDAP Query51
- Override Admin53
- Connections53
- Active Sessions53
Video Session Viewer56
- The Video Session Viewer Overview56
  - Changing the Toolbar57
- Launching a Session58
  - Session Time-Out58
- Adjusting the View58
  - Window Size59
- Video Session Viewer Tasks59
- Closing a Session59
Using Virtual Media60
- Virtual Media Overview60
  - Limitations of Using USB 2.0 Composite Devices with Virtual Media60
- Virtual Media Resources61
- Configuring Virtual Media61
- Sharing and Preemption Considerations61
- Virtual Media Dialog Box61
- Using Virtual Media through the Video Session Viewer62
- Using Local Virtual Media62
- Using Virtual Media in a Two-Level Cascade Configuration63
Using Smart Cards64
- Smart Card Overview64
- Using a Smart Card through Video Session Viewer64
Ldap65
- LDAP Overview65
- LDAP Configuration65
- Setting up Active Directory for Performing Queries65
Console Switch Serial Management66
- Establishing LAN Connections66
- Connecting to the Serial Management and Setup Port66
  - Configuring Hyperterminal66
  - Configuring Minicom66
- Using the Main Menu67
- Configuring the Console Switch NIC69
- Recovering a Lost Console Switch Serial Management Password69
Firmware70
- Upgrading the Firmware70
Troubleshooting72
- Console Switch Troubleshooting72
- Connection Length Table73
Frequently Asked Questions75
- Console Switch Frequently Asked Questions75
Regulatory Information76
- Safety and Regulatory Compliance76
- Turkey Rohs Material Content Declaration76
- Ukraine Rohs Material Content Declaration76
- Warranty Information76
Support and Other Resources77
- Before You Contact HP77
- HP Contact Information77
Acronyms and Abbreviations78
Documentation Feedback80
Index81

Brand	HP
Model	Server Console Switch G2
Category	Switch
Language	English

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