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High specification KVM switches that interface 

precisely with the Black Box ServView Rack Tray 

series.  

  Sophisticated KVM switching that use Server Access Module technology to simplify cabling and 

avoid occupying a further rack slot

KVM Modules for ServView Rack Tray

 

KVT8CATUV KVT1IP8CATUV 

KVT16CATUV KVT1IP16CATUV KVT4IP16CATUV

Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)

FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746

Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018

Web site: www.blackbox.com   •   E-mail: [email protected]

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Page 1: ...VM Modules for ServView Rack Tray KVT8CATUV KVT1IP8CATUV KVT16CATUV KVT1IP16CATUV KVT4IP16CATUV Order toll free in the U S Call 877 877 BBOX outside U S call 724 746 5500 FREE technical support 24 hours a day 7 days a week Call 724 746 5500 or fax 724 746 0746 Mailing address Black Box Corporation 1000 Park Drive Lawrence PA 15055 1018 Web site www blackbox com E mail info blackbox com Customer Su...

Page 2: ...e is a registered trademark of Novell Inc Sun is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc Unix is a registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories Inc BSD is a registered trademark of UUNet Technologies Inc Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners We re here to help If you have any questions about your application or our products contac...

Page 3: ...n the equipment is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to oper ate ...

Page 4: ...pidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación 10 El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores registros de calor estufas u otros aparatos incluyendo amplificadores que producen calor 11 El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación o como se indique en el aparato 12 Pre...

Page 5: ...itional Items You May Need 8 3 Installation 10 3 1 Mounting 10 3 2 Connections 11 3 2 1 EXTernal link Network or Remote User 11 3 2 2 Server Access Module Links 12 3 2 3 Power Connection 13 4 Configuration 14 4 1 Initial Configuration 14 5 Operation 15 5 1 Selecting Server Channels With Rack Tray Buttons 15 Appendix A Safety Information 16 ...

Page 6: ...ServView KVM Module 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 6 1 Power Adapter Specifications Power DC jack power adapter included Input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Output 12VDC 60W ...

Page 7: ...gure 2 1 Figure 2 1 The rear panel of the KVM module INDOOR USE ONLY 4 12 3 11 2 10 1 9 8 16 7 15 6 14 5 13 COMPUTER CONNECTIONS COMPUTER CONNECTIONS OPTIONS 12V 5A EXT 1 ON 2 Power input socket Config switches Reserved for future use ensure that both are in the up off position Reserved Network or remote extender port Function is determined by the model of KVM module The green indicator is on when...

Page 8: ...If anything is missing or damaged contact Black Box at 724 746 5500 or info blackbox com KVM module Power adapter and power cord CD ROM containing this user manual in PDF format Safety leaflet Please carefully read this leaflet 2 2 Additional Items You May Need Upgrade serial null modem cable 6 5 feet P N EYN257T XXXX FF ...

Page 9: ...Chapter 2 Overview 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 9 ...

Page 10: ... that its universal Centronics 36 pin connector aligns with the socket on the connection plate See Figure 3 1 Figure 3 1 Aligning the KVM module with the connection plate of the rack tray 3 Carefully slide the KVM module in so that its connector and two locating holes mate correctly with the corresponding connec tor and locating pins on the connection plate 4 Tighten the locking screw until it is ...

Page 11: ...to login and control connected servers The EXT port provides one of the following links dependant on the model of KVM module An ethernet network link labeled or A remote extender link to attach a ServSwitch CX R or CX R USB labeled KVM only Note This port is NOT a network port 1 Wherever possible ensure that power is disconnected from the KVM module 2 Connect a CAT 5 5e or 6 link cable to the port...

Page 12: ...from the KVM module 2 Connect a CAT 5 5e or 6 link cable to one of the COMPUTER CONNECTIONS ports See Figure 3 3 Figure 3 3 Connect a CAT 5 5e or6 link cable to a COMPUTER CONNECTIONS port 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the Server Access Module SAM that is linked to the required server system For more information about connecting SAMs please refer to the appropriate ServSwitch user guide ...

Page 13: ...er to the rear panel power socket 2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country specific power lead to the socket of the power adapter 3 Connect the power cord to a nearby power outlet Note Both the KVM module and the power adapter generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment ...

Page 14: ...el being used For more information please refer to the Configuration section of the appropriate ServSwitch user guide as appropriate to the KVM module being used KVT8CATUV or KVT16CATUV use KV0081A KV0161A ServSwitch CX Uno user guide KVT1IP8CATUV or KVT1IP16CATUV use KV1081A KV1161A ServSwitch CX Uno IP user guide KVT4IP16CATUV use KV4161A ServSwitch CX Quad IP user guide ...

Page 15: ...itch CX Quad IP user guide Note On screen menus will show the ServView name not the ServSwitch CX name shown in the CX series user guides 5 1 Selecting Server Channels With Rack Tray Buttons With the rack tray keyboard exposed you will see a control panel in the top right corner See Figure 5 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A B C D E F G H Figure 5 1 Control panel To select channels Channels 1 to 8 Press and rel...

Page 16: ...contained within power adapter No user serviceable parts within power adapter do not dismantle Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the module that it is powering Replace the power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only Do not use the power adapter if the power adapter case becomes damaged cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not operating properly If you use a po...

Page 17: ...Appendices 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 17 ...

Page 18: ...power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free live 24 7 Tech support available in 30 seconds or less Copyright 2010 Black Box Corporation All rights reserved KVT8CATUV series rev 1 Black Box Tech Support FREE Live 24 7 Great tech support is just 30 seconds away at 724 746 5500 or blackbox com NETWORK SERVICES Tech support the way it should be ...

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