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2.2 Connections
2.2.1 Host or KVM Switch Connection Side
Use the supplied 3-in-1 combined KVM cable and USB cable to make the connections to the
host computer. The DC power supply connection is also made here. Use the second DC port
labelled backup for a redundant power supply if required.
1. Plug the power adapter into the mains and connect the jack to the DC power supply
socket
2. Connect the VGA port labelled PC connection to the VGA port on the host computer or
KVM switch
3. Connect the keyboard and mouse port connections to the PS/2 keyboard and mouse
ports labelled PC on the host computer or KVM switch
4. (Optional) If you want to use the remote mass storage control feature, use the supplied
USB A-B cable to connect the USB port on the IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC to a
USB port on the host system
2.2.2 Console Connection Side
Connect your local keyboard, monitor and mouse console to the VGA and PS/2 ports labelled
Console.
2.2.3 Network Connection
The IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC provides an RJ-45 port for an Ethernet connection.
The port can be used with a 100Mbps, 100Base-TX connection or a 10Mbps, 10Base-T
connection. The IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC will sense the connection speed and
automatically adjust to the appropriate operation mode.
10Mbps Connection
For 10Base-T Ethernet networks, the Ethernet adapter should use Category 3, 4, 5 or 6 UTP
cable. To establish a 10Mbps connection, the cable must be connected to a 10Base-T hub.
100Mbps Connection
For 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet networks, the IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC supports
Category 5 or 6 UTP cabling. To establish a 100Mbps connection the cable must be connected
to a 100Base-TX hub.
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2.2.4 Dial up Line / Modem Connection
The RS232 port of the IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC can either be used to connect to
an external Modem i.e. to set up a dial up line connection or can be used to connect to an
external RS232 managed power switch. Use the supplied cable to connect the appropriate unit.
2.2.5 Connecting an External Power Switch option
At the time of writing (June 2008) the IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC supports the
following external power switch options. Please refer to the individual manufacturers manuals
for advice on connecting to the IP ACCESS KVM SWITCH CLASSIC.
Peppercon IPM-220L
Avocent SPC1 800/1600
Sentry In-Line Power Module
Leaning ePowerSwitch
2.2.6. LED indicators and Switches
LED
Indication
Power
RED – On when power is applied
IOIOI
Blue – RS-232 Data Link Indicator
LAN
Ethernet
Link/Act
10/100Mbps
Orange (10) -- 10BaseT Ethernet connection established
Green (100) -- 100BaseT Ethernet connection established
Blinking: Activity
ON: When no data activity and link is connected
Link
Green -- Blinking when data is being transmitted
RESET button: on the rear panel, press the button to reboot the IP-KVM unit
