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KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxCertificate Trusted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147Self-Signed Private Ce

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual86Control PanelSince the WinClient ActiveX Viewer and WinClient AP Control Panel contains the most complete functionality o

Chapter 6. The User Interface87 Right clicking in the text row area brings up a menu that allows you to select options for the Screen Mode, Zoom and

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual88Control Panel FunctionsIcon FunctionThis is a toggle. Click to make the Control Panel persistent – i.e., it always displa

Chapter 6. The User Interface89The Hotkey Setup, Video Options and Message Board functions are discussed in the sections that follow.These icons show

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual90MacrosThe Macros icon provides access to two functions found in the Macros dialog box: Hotkeys and User Macros. Both are

Chapter 6. The User Interface91An explanation of the Hotkey actions is given in the table below: SearchSearch, at the bottom of the dialog box, lets

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual92User MacrosUser Macros are used to perform specific actions on the remote server. To create the macro, do the following:1

Chapter 6. The User Interface933. Click Record.The dialog box disappears, and a small panel appears at the top left of the screen:4. Press the keys f

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual945. If you haven’t brought up the Show dialog, click Done when you have finished recording your macro. You return to the M

Chapter 6. The User Interface95After creating your macros, you can run them either by opening this dialog box and clicking Play, or by opening the Ma

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxiAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KN2108 / KN2116 system. It covers all as

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual96Video SettingsClicking the Hammer icon on the Control Panel brings up the Video Settings dialog box. The options in this

Chapter 6. The User Interface97Video adjustment options:(Continues on next page.)Options UsageScreen Position Adjust the horizontal and vertical posi

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual98(Continued from previous page.)Enable Refresh The KN2108 / KN2116 can redraw the screen every 1 to 99 seconds, eliminatin

Chapter 6. The User Interface99Gamma AdjustmentIf it is necessary to correct the gamma level for the remote video display, use the Gamma function of

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual100The Message BoardThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports multiple user logins, which can possibly give rise to access conflicts. To

Chapter 6. The User Interface101The Button BarThe buttons on the Button Bar are toggles. Their actions are described in the table below:Message Displ

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual102User List PanelThe names of all the logged in users are listed in this panel. Your name appears in blue; other users&ap

Chapter 6. The User Interface103The On-Screen KeyboardThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports an on-screen keyboard, available in multiple languages, with all t

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual104To display/hide the expanded keyboard keys, click the arrow to the right of the language list arrow.

Chapter 6. The User Interface105Control Panel ConfigurationClicking the Control Panel icon brings up a dialog box that allows you to configure the it

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

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual106The dialog box is organized into six main sections as described, below:Note: The WinClient ActiveX Viewer has three func

Chapter 6. The User Interface107Mouse SynchronizationUntil you close the KN2108 / KN2116 connection, mouse movements have no effect on your local sys

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual108The Configuration PageThe OSD Configuration page allows users to set up their own, individual, working environments. The

Chapter 6. The User Interface109The Configuration page settings are explained in the following table:Setting FunctionOSD Hotkey Selects which Hotkey

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111Chapter 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

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113Chapter 8The Log ServerThe Windows-based Log Server is an administrative utility that records all the events that take place on selected KN2108 / K

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual114Starting UpTo bring up the Log Server, either double click the program icon, or key in the full path to the program on t

Chapter 8. The Log Server115The Menu BarThe Menu bar consists of four items: Configure Events Options HelpThese are discussed in the sections tha

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualxiiiTerminologyThroughout the manual we make reference to the terms Local and Remote in regard to the operators and equipme

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual116A 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 Server117A description of the items is given in the table, below:Maintenance:Records are not automatically erased when their time

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual118OptionsNetwork Retry allows you to set the number of seconds that the Log Server should wait before attempting to connec

Chapter 8. The Log Server119The Log Server Main ScreenOverviewThe Log Server Main Screen is divided into two main panels. The upper (List) panel lis

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual120The List PanelThe List panel contains six fields:The Tick PanelThe lower panel displays tick information for the current

121Chapter 9LDAP Server ConfigurationIntroductionThe KVM Over the NETTM switch allows log in authentication and authorization through external program

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual122Install the Active Directory Schema Snap-inTo install the Active Directory Schema Snap-in, do the following:1. Open a

LDAP Server Configuration123Extend and Update the Active Directory SchemaTo extend and update the Active Directory Schema, you must do the following

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual124(Continued from previous page.)5. Fill in the dialog box to match the entries for Description and Common Name shown be

LDAP Server Configuration125Extending the Object Class With the New AttributeTo extend the object class with the new attribute, do the following:1. O

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KVM Over the NET™ User Manual1265. On the Attributes page, click Add:6. In the list that comes up, select iKVM2116-userProfile, then click OK to compl

LDAP Server Configuration127Editing Active Directory UsersTo edit Active Directory Users With the Extended Schema, do the following:1. Run ADSI Edit.

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual128(Continued from previous page.)5. On the Attribute Editor page of the dialog box that appears, select iKVM2116-userPro

LDAP Server Configuration129(Continued from previous page.)7. Key in the KVM Over the NETTM switch permission attribute values. For example:Note: The

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual130OpenLDAPOpenLDAP is an Open source LDAP server designed for Unix platforms. A Windows version can be downloaded from:h

LDAP Server Configuration131OpenLDAP Server ConfigurationThe main OpenLDAP configuration file, slapd.conf, has to be customized before launching the

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual132Starting the OpenLDAP ServerTo start the OpenLDAP Server, run slapd (the OpenLDAP Server executable file) from the com

LDAP Server Configuration133Customizing the OpenLDAP SchemaThe schema that slapd uses may be extended to support additional syntaxes, matching rules,

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual134LDAP DIT Design and LDIF FileLDAP Data StructureAn LDAP Directory stores information in a tree structure known as the

LDAP Server Configuration135(Continued from previous page.)DIT CreationThe LDAP Data Interchange Format (LDIF) is used to represent LDAP entries in a

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

KVM Over the NET™ User Manual136(Continued from previous page.)Using the New SchemaTo use the new schema, do the following:1. Save the new schema file

137AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual138 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on t

Appendix 139Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the ful

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual140Technical SupportTechnical support is available both by email and online (with a browser over the web):InternationalNort

Appendix 141TroubleshootingGeneral OperationSymptom Possible Cause ActionErratic Operation System needs to be reset Press and hold the Reset switch (s

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual142AdministrationThe Windows ClientSymptom Explanation ActionAfter upgrading the firmware, after logging in, the KN2108 / K

Appendix 143The Java ClientFor mouse synchronization problems, see The On-Screen Keyboard, page 103, and Additional Mouse Synchronization Procedures,

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual144Sun SystemsNote: These solutions work for most common Sun VGA cards. If using them fails to resolve the problem, consult

Appendix 145Trusted 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 Manual2Remote operators can log in from anywhere on the net via their browser. Once they successfully log in, operators can take

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual146Installing the CertificateTo install the certificate, do the following:1. In the Security Alert dialog box, click View C

Appendix 1475. Next, click Finish to complete the installation; then click OK to close the dialog box.Certificate TrustedThe certificate is now truste

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual148Self-Signed Private CertificatesIf you wish to create your own self-signed encryption key and certificate, a free utilit

Appendix 149Additional Mouse Synchronization ProceduresIf the mouse synchronization procedures mentioned in the manual fail to resolve mouse pointer p

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual1503. Windows ME:Set the mouse speed to the middle position; disable mouse acceleration (click Advanced to get the dialog b

Appendix 151SpecificationsFunction KN2108 KN2116Computer Connections 8 16Port Selection OSD / HotkeyConnectors Console PortKeyboard 1 x 6-pin Mini-DIN

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual152OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Supported KVM SwitchesWe recommend using Altusen

Appendix 153Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become c

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual154Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRE

155IndexAAccess Port, 51Adapter cable installation, 21Administration, 37Configuration Page, 44Customization Page, 61List Function, 40Log Page, 46Main

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 Manual156Invalid login, 28IP Address, 70JJava Client, 35Activating the OSD, 76AP Installation, 35AP Login, 36AP Operation, 36Java

Index 157Administration Page, 77Configuration Page, 108Hotkey, 45, 109Main Page, 77Toolbar, 79Overview, 1PPanel Array Mode, 144Multiuser Operation, 85

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual158Log Server, 143Mac Systems, 143Panel Array Mode, 144Sun Systems, 144Windows Client, 142Trusted Certificates, 145Two Stag

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual4System RequirementsRemote User ComputersRemote user computers (also referred to as client computers) are the ones the user

Chapter 1. Introduction5VideoOnly the following non-interlaced video signals are supported:KVM Adapter Cables (CPU Modules) Cat 5 (or higher) cable

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

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual6Operating Systems Supported operating systems for remote user computers that log into the KVM Over the NETTM switch inclu

Chapter 1. Introduction7ComponentsFront ViewKN2108:KN2116:2561 3 42561 3 4

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual8No. Component Description1 Power LED Lights when the KN2116 is powered up and ready to operate.2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs p

Chapter 1. Introduction9Rear ViewKN2108:KN2116:1 2 34561 2 3456

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual10No. Component Description1 Power Socket The power cable plugs in here.2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers t

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 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 ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor te

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. KA9120LINK

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 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

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

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27Chapter 3Logging InOverviewKN2108 / KN2116 switches can be accessed from a local console; an internet browser; a Windows application (AP) program; a

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual28Browser LoginTo log into the KN2108 / KN2116 from an Internet browser:1. Open the browser and specify the IP address in t

Chapter 3. Logging In29WinClient AP LoginIn some cases, the Administrator may not want the KN2108 / KN2116 to be available via browser access. AP ver

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual30Starting UpTo connect to the KN2108 / KN2116, go to the location on your hard disk that you saved the WinClient AP progra

Chapter 3. Logging In31The Connection ScreenA description of the Connection Screen is given in the following tableItem DescriptionMenu Bar The Menu B

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual32 The File MenuThe File Menu allows the operator to Create, Save, and Open user created Work files. A Work File consists

Chapter 3. Logging In33ConnectingTo connect to a KN2108 / KN2116 unit:1. From the Server List box, double-click the device that you wish to connect t

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual34OperationOnce a connection to the KN2108 / KN2116 has been established, the remote system's video output is captured

Chapter 3. Logging In35Java Client AP LoginInstallationTo install the Java Client on your computer, do the following:1. Log into the KN2108 / KN2116

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualvContentsRegulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS. . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual362. Key in the IP address for the unit you want to connect to – including a forward slash followed by the login string (se

37Chapter 4AdministrationOverviewThe OSD's Administration page lets the Administrator (and users with administration permission – see User Manage

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual38After you successfully log in, the Local Console OSD comes up:The OSD consists of four pages, each with a specific set of

Chapter 4. Administration39The 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 Manual40The List FunctionThe List Function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) in the Ma

Chapter 4. Administration41 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 Manual42Port NamesTo help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This field al

Chapter 4. Administration432. 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 Manual44The Configuration PageThe OSD Configuration page allows users to set up their own, individual, working environments. The

Chapter 4. Administration45The Configuration page settings are explained in the following table:Setting FunctionOSD Hotkey Selects which Hotkey contr

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviRack Mounting – Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Rack Mounting – Rear . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual46The Log PageNote: Only the Local Console OSD has the Log tab. The Web browser and AP versions do not. However, the log ca

Chapter 4. Administration47The Administration PageEach of the administrative functions is represented by an icon at the left of the page. Clicking th

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual48User ManagementThe User Management dialogs are used to create and manage user profiles. Up to 64 user profiles can be est

Chapter 4. Administration49Fill in the required information for a new User profile, or modify the existing information to edit a previous profile. A

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual50(Continued from previous page.)Heading DescriptionPort Access This function allows the Administrator or a User with Admin

Chapter 4. Administration51Service ConfigurationThe Service Configuration dialog is composed of two main panels: Access Port and Log Server:Access Po

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual52Log ServerImportant transactions that occur on the KN2108 / KN2116, such as logins and internal status messages, are kept

Chapter 4. Administration53NetworkThe Network dialog is used to specify the KN2108 / KN2116's network environment. The box is divided into two p

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual54ANMSThe Advanced Network Management Settings page is used to set up login authentication and authorization management fro

Chapter 4. Administration55(Continued from previous page.)3. Set the time in seconds that the KN2108 / KN2116 waits for a RADIUS server reply before

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviiAccess Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Log Server. . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual56RADIUS Server Access Rights Table:Character MeaningC Grants the user administrator privileges, allowing the user to confi

Chapter 4. Administration57LDAP / LDAPSTo allow authentication and authorization for the KN2108 / KN2116 via LDAP / LDAPS, set the parameters as foll

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual58CC Management SettingsIf you want to allow authorization for the KN2108 / KN2116 through a CC (Control Center) server, ch

Chapter 4. Administration59SecurityThe Security page controls access to the KN2108 / KN2116.IP and MAC Filtering If any filters have been configured

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual60Note: Each IP filter can consist of a single address, or a range of addresses. To filter a single IP address, key in the

Chapter 4. Administration61CustomizationThe Customization dialog box is arranged in four major sections, as described below:Login Failures Allowed:

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual62I/O ModulesUpgrade:Upgrade allows you to upgrade the I/O firmware of selected ports. When you click Upgrade..., a dialog

Chapter 4. Administration63Attributes:Attributes allows you to set attribute parameters for each of the ports. When you click Attributes..., a dialog

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual64 The Timeout field sets a time threshold for users on ports whose Share Mode has been set to Occupy (see Occupy:, page 6

Chapter 4. Administration651. Select the desired attributes for the port, then click OK. You return to the previous screen (Setting I/O Module Attrib

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualviiiChapter 6.The User InterfaceThe Main Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual66Date/TimeNote: Only the Local Console OSD has the Date/Time function. The Web browser versions do not.The Date/Time dialo

Chapter 4. Administration67Upgrading the FirmwareAs new versions of the KN2108 / KN2116 firmware become available, they can be downloaded from our we

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69Chapter 5Browser OperationOverviewAfter you have successfully logged in (see Logging In, page 27), the KN2108 / KN2116 Main Web page appears. All of

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual70Web Page LayoutThere are four icons at the top of the web page: General; Sync; Maintenance; and Logout, as follows:The Ge

Chapter 5. Browser Operation71Web Page IconsThe purpose of the other icons at the top of the web page are explained in the table below:Icon FunctionC

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual72MaintenanceThe Maintenance page allows the Administrator to upgrade the KN2108 / KN2116’s firmware, and to download a pri

Chapter 5. Browser Operation73Private CertificateWhen logging in over a secure (SSL) connection, a signed certificate is used to verify that the user

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual74Web Page ButtonsThe purpose of the buttons at the left of the web page are explained in the table below:Icon PurposeClick

Chapter 5. Browser Operation75Activating the WinClient ActiveX ViewerAfter you have successfully logged in (see Browser Login, page 28), to activate

KN2108 / KN2116 User ManualixOptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118The Log Server

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual76Activating the Java Applet ViewerAfter you have successfully logged in (see page 27), to activate the Java Applet Viewer,

77Chapter 6The User InterfaceOverviewOnce you have successfully logged in (see Logging In, page 27), activate the browser-based OSD. The look of the u

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual78 Log out: clicking this button (or pressing F8) closes the OSD display and logs you out of the KN2108 / KN2116 session.

Chapter 6. The User Interface79Port OperationSelect a port on the OSD Main Screen either by moving the highlight bar to it with the Up and Down Arrow

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual80OSD Hotkey Summary TableThe following table presents a summary of the OSD Hotkey actions. To set the OSD Hotkey, see OSD

Chapter 6. The User Interface81Hotkey OperationHotkeys allow you to provide KVM focus to a port directly from the keyboard. The KN2108 / KN2116 provi

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual82Pausing Auto ScanWhile you are in Auto Scan Mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular c

Chapter 6. The User Interface83Panel Array ModeClicking on the OSD Toolbar's Panel icon invokes Panel Array Mode. Under this mode, the OSD divid

KN2108 / KN2116 User Manual84(Continued from previous page.) You can access a computer connected to a port by moving the mouse pointer over its panel

Chapter 6. The User Interface85Multiuser OperationThe KN2108 / KN2116 supports multiuser operation. Up to 32 users can log in at the same time. When