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Owner’s Manual
NetDirector
®
8/16-Port 1U
Rack-Mount HDMI/USB
KVM Switch with Audio
and Peripheral Sharing
Models: B024-HU08, B024-HU16
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA • tripplite.com/support
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1. Product Features 3
2. Package Includes 3
3. Safety Instructions 4
4. System Requirements 5
4.1 Console 5
4.2 Computers 5
4.3 Supported Operating Systems 5
5. Introduction 6
5.1 Front Panel 6
5.2 Rear Panel 7
6. Rack-Mount Installation 8
6.1 Rack Mounting – Front 8
6.2 Rack Mounting – Rear 10
7. Installation 12
7.1 Single-Level Installation 12
7.2 Cascading 14
7.2.1 Two-Level Installation 14
7.2.2 Three-Level Installation 16
8. Multi-Display Installation 18
8.1 Cable Connections for Multi-Display Installation 18
8.2 Grouping Ports into “Vertical” Channels 20
9. Operation 21
9.1 Hot Plugging 21
9.1.1 Hot Plugging KVM Ports 21
9.1.2 Hot Plugging Console Ports 21
9.2 Port Selection 21
9.2.1 Manual Port Switching 21
9.3 Port ID Numbering 21
9.4 Powering Off and Restarting 21
10. On-Screen Display (OSD) Operation 22
10.1 OSD Overview 22
10.1.1 Manufacturing Number 22
10.1.2 OSD Login 22
10.1.3 OSD Hot Key 22
10.1.4 OSD Main Screen 22
10.1.5 OSD Main Screen Headings 23
10.1.6 Navigation 23
10.2 OSD Functions 23
10.2.1 F1: GOTO 23
10.2.2 F2: LIST 24
10.2.3 F3: SET 25
10.2.4 F4: ADM 26
10.2.5 F5: SKP 28
10.2.6 F6: BRC 28
10.2.7 F7: SCAN 28
10.2.8 F8: LOUT 29
11. Hot Key Operation 30
11.1 Hot Key Commands 30
11.2 Hot Key Setting Mode 30
11.2.1 Invoking HSM 30
11.3 Select the Active Port 30
11.4 Auto Scan Mode 31
11.4.1 Invoking Auto Scan 31
11.5 Skip Mode 31
11.6 Keyboard/Mouse Reset 32
11.7 Hot Key Beeper Control 32
11.8 Quick Hot Key Control 32
11.9 OSD Hot Key Control 32
11.10 Port OS Control 32
11.11 Restore Default Values 33
11.11.1 USB Reset 33
11.11.2 Hot Key Beeper Control 33
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control 33
11.12 HSM Summary Table 34
12. Keyboard Emulation 35
12.1 Mac Keyboard 35
12.2 Sun Keyboard 36
13. Firmware Management Utility 37
13.1 Introduction 37
13.1.1 Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package 37
13.2 Preparation 37
13.3 Starting the Upgrade 38
13.4 Upgrade Succeeded 39
13.5 Upgrade Failed 39
13.6 Firmware Upgrade Recovery 40
13.7 OSD Configuration Backup/Restore 40
13.7.1 Backup 40
13.7.2 Restore 41
14. Appendix 42
14.1 Factory Default Hot Keys and Settings 42
14.2 Specificiations 42
15. Warranty & Product Registration 43
Table of Contents
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1. Product Features
2. Package Includes
• Control up to eight (B024-HU08) or 16 (B024-HU16) HDMI computers and two USB 2.0 peripheral devices using one centralized monitor,
keyboard and mouse.
• Cascade up to three levels with the B024-HU08 (control up to 512 computers) or two levels with the B024-HU16 (control up to 256
computers).
• Effortlessly switch between computers using either the front panel buttons, hot keys or on-screen display (OSD).
• The KVM and USB focus can be switched independently of one another; for example, you can access one computer while simultaneously
printing from another computer.
• Support HDMI video resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz.
• Console mouse emulation supports multi-functional mice and most mouse drivers.
• OSD Backup/Restore feature allows the administrator to back up the switch’s configurations and user profile information.
• B024-HU08 or B024-HU16
• HDMI/USB Custom KVM Cable Kits (x2) – 6 ft.*
• Firmware Upgrade Cable – 6 ft.
• External Power Supply with C13 to NEMA 5-15P Power Cord (Input: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 0.7A; Output: 5V 4A)
• Rubber Feet (x4)
• Mounting Hardware
• Quick Start Guide
* Note: The microphone connector on the cable kit will not be used because the B024-HUXX supports speakers only.
Optional Accessories
• P569-Series High Speed HDMI Cables
• UR022-Series USB 2.0 Reversible A/B Cables
• P312-Series 3.5mm Mini Stereo Audio Cables
• P782-0XX-HA HDMI/USB/Audio Custom KVM Cable Kits*
* P130-000 HDMI to DVI adapter sold separately.
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• Read all instructions and save for future reference.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.
• Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.); if the device falls, serious damage will result.
• Do not use the device near water.
• Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers. The device cabinet’s slots and openings allow for adequate ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.
• The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.), as this will block its ventilation openings. The device should also not
be placed in a built-in enclosure, unless adequate ventilation is provided.
• Never spill liquid of any kind onto the device.
• Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Always use a damp cloth for cleaning.
• The device should operate from the power source type as indicated on the marking label. If unsure what power type is available, consult your
dealer or local power company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route power cord and cables so they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.
• If an extension cord is used with this device, make sure the total ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the
extension cord ampere rating. Make sure the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
• To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power, plugging your devices into a Tripp Lite surge
protector, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is recommended.
• When connecting or disconnecting power to hot-pluggable power supplies, observe the following guidelines:
• Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply.
• Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply.
• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies.
• Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of
fire or electrical shock.
• Do not attempt to service the device. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.
• The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.
• Liquid has been spilled into the device.
• The device has been exposed to rain or water.
• The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
• The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
• The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
• Only adjust controls covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require
extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.
• Do not connect the RJ11 port on the KVM marked UPGRADE to a public telecommunications network.
• The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 120V phase-to-phase voltage.
• To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded.
3. Safety Instructions
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4.1 Console
• HDMI-compliant monitor
• USB Mouse/Keyboard
• Speakers (Optional)
4.2 Computers
• Source with an HDMI port
• USB Type-A port
• Speaker ports (Optional)
4.3 Supported Operating Systems:
Operating System Version
Windows 2000 and higher
Mac OS 9.0 and higher
Linux Kernal 2.6 and higher
RedHat 9.0 and higher
SuSE 10 / 11.1 and higher
Debian 3.1 / 4.0
Ubuntu 7.04 / 7.10
UNIX AIX 4.3 and higher
FreeBSD 5.5 and higher
Sun Solaris 8 and higher
Novell Netware 6.0 and higher
4. System Requirements
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5. Introduction
5.1 Front Panel
Key Component Description
A Port Selection Pushbuttons
For manual port selection (for details, see section 9.2 Port Selection):
• Press a port selection pushbutton for less than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the
computer attached to its corresponding port.
• Press a pushbutton for longer than two seconds to bring the KVM and audio selection to the computer attached
to its corresponding port.
• Press pushbuttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds to start Auto Scan Mode (for details, see section 11.4
Auto Scan Mode).
• Press pushbuttons 7 and 8 simultaneously for 2 seconds to perform a keyboard and mouse reset (for details, see
section 11.6 Keyboard/Mouse Reset).
• For independent switching, enable mouse emulation (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
B Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. The KVM Port LEDs are on the left. The USB LEDs are on
the right.
KVM
• Illuminates dim orange to indicate the computer attached to the corresponding port is up and running (On Line).
• Flashes to indicate Firmware Upgrade mode is in effect.
• Illuminates bright orange to indicate the computer connected to the corresponding port has the KVM focus
(Selected).
• Flashes to indicate the computer connected to the corresponding port is being accessed under Auto Scan mode.
USB
• Lights green to indicate the computer connected to the corresponding port is the one with access to the
USB peripherals.
C Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch During normal operation and while performing a firmware upgrade, the switch should be in the NORMAL position.
If a firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully, this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade
recovery (for details, see section 13.6 Firmware Upgrade Recovery).
D Audio Port Connect speakers to this port (optional). The speakers plugged into this connector have priority over those plugged
into the rear panel.
E Firmware Upgrade Port This port is used to upgrade the firmware on the KVM switch. Connect the included Firmware Upgrade Cable to this port.
F USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can be connected to the port (a user-supplied power adapter may be
required).
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by computers on the second or third level or a
cascaded installation.
G Reset Switch Pressing this switch performs a system reset. When the system is reset, the unit beeps and the port LEDs flash in
succession until the reset is complete. After the reset is complete, you can log in again.
H Power LED Illuminates to indicate the switch is powered and ready to operate.
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Key Component Description
I Power Jack The power adapter cable connects here.
J Console Port Selection The cables from the console HDMI monitor, USB keyboard, USB mouse and speakers connect here.
Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate the connector type.
K Grounding Terminal Connect a grounding wire to ground the switch (optional).
L USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can be connected to the port.
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by computers on the second or third level of a
cascaded installation.
M KVM Port Selection Cables that link the switch to the computers connect here. Each KVM port selection includes a speaker jack,
a USB Type-B connector and an HDMI connector with screw lock.
5.2 Rear Panel (Model B024-HU08 shown)
5. Introduction
I J
K L
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6. Rack-Mount Installation
6.1 Rack Mounting – Front
1. Remove screws, one each from the left and right sides near the front of the switch.
2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides near the front
of the unit.
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6. Rack-Mount Installation
3. Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack. Secure the
mounting brackets to the front of the rack.
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6. Rack-Mount Installation
6.2 Rack Mounting - Rear
1. Remove the screws, one each from the left and right sides near the rear of the switch.
2. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack-mounting kit to screw the brackets into the sides near the rear of the unit.
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6. Rack-Mount Installation
3. Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack. Secure the mounting
brackets to the rear of the rack.
Note – Before beginning installation:
• Make sure power to all devices that you will be connecting has been turned off
• Properly ground the KVM switch to prevent damage to your installation from surges or static electricity
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7. Installation
7.1 Single-Level Installation
To set up single-level installation, refer to the installation diagram on the following page (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the steps
below) and perform the following:
1. Plug a USB keyboard and a USB mouse in the USB console ports located on the unit’s rear panel.
2. Connect an HDMI monitor into the HDMI console port and power it on.
3. Plug primary speakers into the speaker jack located on the unit’s front panel. Speakers plugged into the rear panel will be secondary to these
speakers.
4. Plug secondary speakers into the audio port located on the unit’s rear panel (optional).
5. Using Tripp Lite’s P782-0XX-HA HDMI/USB/Audio KVM cable kit or individual HDMI, USB and audio cables, plug the HDMI connector into any
available HDMI port, then plug in the accompanying USB and audio cables to their corresponding ports.
6. At the other end of the cable, plug the USB, video and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
7. Plug USB peripherals into the Type-A connectors in the USB hub section.
8. Plug the power adapter that came with the switch into an AC power source, then plug the power adapter cable into the switch’s power jack.
9. Power on connected computers.
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7. Installation
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USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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HDMI
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USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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7. Installation
7.2 Cascading
7.2.1 Two-Level Installation
To control even more computers, additional B024-HU08 or B024-HU16 units can be cascaded from the KVM ports of the first-level unit. The
cascaded B024-HUXX KVMs that connect back to the first-level unit are considered second-level units. As many as 64 (B024-HU08) or 256
(B024-HU16) computers can be controlled in a complete two-level installation.
To set up two-level installation, refer to the following Two-Level Installation diagram (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the steps below)
and perform the following:
1. Make sure power to all the devices you will be connecting, including all previously installed devices, has been turned off.
2. Using Tripp Lite’s P782-0XX-HA HDMI/USB/Audio KVM cable kit or individual HDMI, USB and audio cables, connect any available KVM port on
the first-level unit to the console port of the second-level unit.
Note: Plug the USB Type-A connector into the lower USB (keyboard) port in the Console section. Connectors are marked with icons to indicate
the correct USB port.
3. Using another Tripp Lite P782-0XX-HA HDMI/USB/Audio KVM cable kit or individual HDMI, USB and audio cables, plug the HDMI connector
into any available HDMI port on the second-level unit, then connect the accompanying USB and audio cables to their corresponding ports.
4. At the other end of the cable, plug the USB Type-A, video and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for any other computers you are connecting.
6. For each second-level unit, plug the power adapter cable into its power jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC source.
7. Plug the first-level unit’s power adapter cable into its power jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC source.
8. Power on connected computers.
Notes:
• The power-on sequence requires that all second-level units be powered on first. After all are on, the first-level units must be powered on next.
Only after all switches have been powered on in this sequece, can the computers be powered on.
• The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by computers on the second or third level of a cascaded installation.
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7. Installation
Two-Level Installation Diagram
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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7. Installation
7.2.2 Three-Level Installation – B024-HU08 Only
The procedures for setting up a three-level installation are the same as for a two-level installation. Using the B024-HU08 in a three-level setup,
as many as 512 computers can be controlled.
Notes:
• The B024-HU08 cannot be cascaded beyond the third level and the B024-HU16 cannot be cascaded beyond the second level.
• The B024-HU08 can only be cascaded with other B024-HU08 units.
Once all cables have been connected (refer to section 7.2.1 Two-Level Installation) to the third-level KVMs, power up devices according to
the following sequence:
1. For each third-level unit, plug the power adapter cable into the switch’s power jack. Plug the power adapter into an AC source.
2. For each second-level unit, plug the power adapter cable into the switch’s power jack. Plug the power adapter into an AC source.
3. Plug the first-level unit’s power adapter into its power jack. Plug the power adapter into an AC source.
4. Power on all computers.
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7. Installation
Three-Level Installation Diagram
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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8. Multi-Display Installation
The B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 include a multi-display feature to support two, three, four or up to eight units in a dual/triple/quad-display/multi-
display installation to control up to seven (B024-HU08) or fifteen (B024-HU16) computers at once. This installation requires slightly different
cabling than the standard cascade and offers an extra level of switching flexibility for multiple-monitor installations where each computer is fitted
with multiple video cards.
Note: In a Multi-display installation, the B024-HU08 can only be connected to B024-HU08 units, and the B024-HU16 can only be connected
to B024-HU16 units.
8.1 Cable Connections for Multi-Display Installation
To set up a multi-display installation, refer to the following installation diagram (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the steps below) and
perform the following steps:
1. Use a standard USB Type-A to USB Type-B cable to connect the Port 8 USB port on the first-stage unit to the USB port in the Console section
of the second switch.
Note: Port 8 is reserved to connect the units in a multi-display installation, so up to seven (B024-HU08) or fifteen (B024-HU16) computers
can be attached, using KVM ports 1–7 (B024-HU08) or ports 1–7/9–16 (B024-HU16).
2. Use HDMI cables to connect the HDMI KVM port on the second B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 unit to the second video-in port on the computer.
Note: Only HDMI video cables are necessary – the other ports in the KVM section are not required in this installation.
3. Connect a display to the console section of the second switch.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for any additional units, up to eight switches.
5. Connect the cables for the first switch. See section 7.1 Single-Level Installation for full details. All video, audio and peripheral devices must
be connected to the first switch.
6. Power up the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 units starting with the first switch, then power on the computers.
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8. Multi-Display Installation
Multi-Display Installation Diagram
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Computers with
2/3/4 video inputs
First Switch
5
HDMI cables
5
1
USB Type B to
Type A cable
Second Switch
3
Third / Fourth
Stage Units
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2
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8. Multi-Display Installation
8.2 Grouping Ports into “Vertical” Channels
Once the cables have been connected and multi-display mode has been selected in the on-screen display, the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 auto-
detects the channels and displaying modes. Users can then assign channel numbers as port names (the channels are represented by the vertical
columns in the diagram below). So, each Port 1 becomes Channel 1, each Port 2 becomes Channel 2, etc. The ports will all be switched at the
same time, channel by channel.
Depending on the number of stages in your stack, a B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 installation offers dual display (two stages), triple display (three
stages), quad display (four stages) or multi-display scenarios, up to eight stages. For reference, the example shows a four-stage installation with
quad display functionality.
Note: Only one HDMI video signal can be displayed at a time, depending on the configuration of the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 unit on the first switch.
Channels Diagram
Ch1
Ch7 Ch6
First
Switch
Second
Switch
Third
Switch
Fourth
Switch
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9. Operation
9.1 Hot Plugging
The B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 supports hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their
cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down. In order for hot plugging to work properly, the procedures described below must be
followed:
9.1.1 Hot Plugging KVM Ports
In order for the OSD menus to correspond to KVM port changes, you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new port information. See
Table 10-3 and Table 10-4 functions for details.
Note: If the computer’s operating system does not support hot plugging, this function may not work properly.
9.1.2 Hot Plugging Console Ports
The keyboard, monitor, and mouse can all be hot plugged. When hot plugging the mouse:
• You may unplug and replug the mouse (to reset the mouse, for example), as long as you use the same mouse.
• If you plug in a different mouse, all the computers on the installation must be shut down for 10 seconds, then restarted following the power up
sequence described under Steps 6, 7, and 8 in section 7.2.1 Two-Level Installation.
Note: If, after hot plugging, there is no response to keyboard and/or mouse input, perform a Keyboard and Mouse Reset by simultaneously pressing the
7 and 8 (B024-HU08) or 15 and 16 (B024-HU16) front panel pushbuttons.
9.2 Port Selection
The B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual, an OSD (on-screen
display) menu system, and Hot keys. See sections 10. On-Screen Display Operation and 11. Hot Key Operation for more information.
9.2.1 Manual Port Switching
Use the front panel pushbutton switches to switch to a port manually.
9.3 Port ID Numbering
Each port on a B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 installation is assigned a unique Port ID. You can directly access any computer on any level of the
installation by specifying the Port ID that the computer is connected to – either with the OSD (see section 10. On-Screen Display Operation),
or with the Hot key port selection method (see section 11. Hot Key Operation).
• A computer attached to a master unit has a two digit Port ID (from 01–08 for the B024-HU08, or 01–16 for the B024-HU16) that
corresponds to the KVM port number that it is connected to.
• A computer attached to a secondary unit has a four digit Port ID. The first two digits represent the KVM port number on the master and the
second two digits represent the KVM port number on the secondary unit that the computer is connected to. For example, a Port ID of 02–08
would refer to a computer that is connected to KVM port 8 of a secondary unit that links back to KVM port 2 of the master unit.
9.4 Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to power off a B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 unit, perform the following before restarting it:
1. Unplug the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 from its power source.
2. Shut down all computers connected to it.
Note: Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Otherwise, the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 will still receive
power from the computers.
3. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the KVM unit back in.
4. Power on the computers.
Note: If there are KVM units cascaded from the master B024-HU08 / B024-HU16, all the cascaded units and the computers attached to them must
be shut down as well.
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10. On-Screen Display (OSD) Operation
10.1 OSD Overview
The on-screen display (OSD) is a mouse- and keyboard-enabled, menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All
procedures start from the OSD main screen.
10.1.1 Manufacturing Number
The “MFG Number” (Manufacturing Number) is an internal serial number used by Tripp Lite’s technical support staff to identify products. This
number does not affect a product’s warranty.
10.1.2 OSD Login
The OSD incorporates a two level (administrator/user) password system. Before the OSD main screen displays, a login screen appears requiring a
password. If this is the first time that the OSD is used, or if the password function has not been set, simply press [Enter]. The OSD main screen
displays in administrator mode. In this mode, you have administrator privileges, with access to all administrator and user functions, and can
set up operations, including password authorization. If the password function has been set, you must provide an appropriate administrator/user
password in order to access the OSD.
10.1.3 OSD Hot Key
You can display the OSD on the console monitor while also viewing the display of any port on the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 by pressing the
[Scroll Lock] key twice.
Note: You can optionally change the OSD hot key to the Ctrl key, in which case you would press [Ctrl] twice (see section 10.9 OSD Hot Key Control).
With this method, you must press the same [Ctrl] key.
10.1.4 OSD Main Screen
When the OSD is invoked, a screen similar to the below appears:
Notes:
1. The diagram depicts the administrator’s main screen. The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions, since these are reserved for the
administrator and are not accessible by users.
2. The OSD always starts in list view, with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed.
3. Only the ports that have been set as accessible by the administrator for the current logged in user are visible (see Table 10-4 SET ACCESSIBLE
PORTS).
4. If the port list is collapsed, click on a switch number, or move the highlight bar to it then press the right arrow key to expand the list. Similarly, to
collapse a switch’s port list, click on the switch number, or move the highlight bar to it then press the left arrow key to collapse the list.
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10. On-Screen Display (OSD) Operation
10.1.5 OSD Main Screen Headings
Table 10-1
Header Description
PN This column lists the port ID numbers for all the KVM ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular
computer is move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
QV
If a port has been selected for quick view scanning (see Table 10-4 SET QUICK VIEW PORTS), an arrowhead displays in this
column.
Indicated connected computers are powered on and are online.
NAME
If a port has been named (see Table 10-4 EDIT PORT NAMES), its name appears in this column.
10.1.6 OSD Navigation
• To dismiss the menu and deactivate OSD, click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD window or press [Esc].
• To log out, click F8 at the top of the main screen or press [F8].
• To move up or down through the list one line at a time, click the up and down triangle symbols ( ) or use the up and down arrow keys. If
there are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen, the screen will scroll.
• To move up or down through the list one screen at a time, click the up and down arrow symbols (↑↓), or use the [Pg Up] and [Pg Dn] keys. If
there are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen, the screen will scroll.
• To activate a port, double-click it, or move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter].
• After executing any action, the display returns to the menu one level above.
10.2 OSD Functions
OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can rapidly switch to any port, scan selected ports, limit the list you
wish to view, designate a port as a quick view port, create or edit a port name, or make OSD setting adjustments.
To access an OSD function:
1. Either click a function key field at the top of the main screen, or press a function key on the keyboard.
2. In the submenus that appear, make your choice either by double-clicking it or moving the highlight bar to it, then pressing [Enter].
3. Press [Esc] to return to the previous menu level.
10.2.1 F1: GOTO
Clicking the F1 field or pressing [F1] activates the GOTO function. GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port’s Name,
or its Port ID. Enable mouse emulation for independent switching (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control) for this function to work.
• To use the name method, key in 1; key in the port’s Name; then press [Enter] to switch KVM, Audio and USB focus; or [Spacebar] to switch
KVM and Audio only.
• To use the port ID method, key in 2; key in the Port ID; then press [Enter] to switch KVM, Audio and USB focus; or [Spacebar] to switch KVM
and Audio only.
Note: You can key in a partial name or port ID. In that case, the screen will show all the computers that the user has View rights to (see Table 10-4
SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS) that match the name or port ID pattern, regardless of the current list settings (see section 10.2.2 F2: LIST for details).
To return to the OSD main screen without making a choice, press [Esc].
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10.2.2 F2: LIST
This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays on the main screen. The submenu choices and their meanings
are given in table 10-2.
Table 10-2
Selection Function
ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation that have been set accessible by the administrator for the current
logged in user.
QUICK VIEW
Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports (see Table 10-4 SET QUICK VIEW PORTS).
POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers powered on.
QUICK VIEW + POWERED ON
Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports (see Table 10-4 SET QUICK VIEW PORTS),
and that have their attached computers powered on.
Move the highlight bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An icon appears before the choice to indicate it is selected.
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10.2.3 F3: SET
This function allows the administrator and each user to set up his own working environment. A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is
activated according to the username that was provided during login.
To change a setting:
1. Double-click it; or move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
2. After you select an item, a submenu with further choices appears. To make a selection, either double-click or move the highlight bar to it, then
press [Enter]. An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is. The settings are explained in table 10-3:
Table 10-3
Selection Function
OSD HOT KEY Selects which hot key activates the OSD function:
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl].
Because the [Ctrl] key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers, the default is the
[Scroll Lock] combination.
PORT ID DISPLAY POSITION Allows each user to customize the position where the port ID appears on the screen. The default is the upper
left corner, but users can choose to have it appear anywhere on the screen.
Use the mouse or the arrow keys plus [Pg Up], [Pg Dn], [Home], [End], and 5 (on the numeric keypad with
Num Lock off), to position the port ID display, then double-click or press [Enter] to lock the position and return
to the Set submenu.
PORT ID DISPLAY
DURATION
Determines how long a port ID displays on the monitor after a port change has taken place. The choices are: 3
Seconds (default) and Always Off.
PORT ID DISPLAY MODE Selects how the port ID is displayed: the port number plus the port name (PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME)
(default); the port number alone (PORT NUMBER); or the port name alone (PORT NAME).
SCAN DURATION Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles through the selected ports in Auto Scan mode
(see section 10.2.7 F7: SCAN). Key in a value from 1–255 seconds, then press [Enter]. Default is 5 seconds;
a setting of 0 disables the SCAN function.
Note: Enable mouse emulation for auto scan to work (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
SCAN-SKIP MODE
Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode (see section 10.2.5 F5: SKP), and Auto Scan
mode (see section 10.2.7 F7: SCAN). The choices are:
ALL - All the ports which have been set accessible (see Table 10-4 SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS;
QUICK VIEW - Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as quick view ports
(see Table 10-4 SET QUICK VIEW PORTS);
POWERED ON - Only those ports which have been set accessible and are powered on;
QUICK VIEW + POWERED ON - Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as
quick view ports and are powered on. The default is ALL.
Note: The quick view choices only show up on the administrator’s screen, since only the administrator has
Quick View setting rights (see Table 10-4 SET QUICK VIEW PORTS). Enable mouse emulation for the scan-
skip mode to function.
SCREEN BLANKER If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function, the screen is blanked. Key in
a value from 1–30 minutes, then press [Enter]. The default setting of 0 disables this function.
HOT KEY COMMAND MODE Enables/disables the hot key command function in case of conflict with programs running on the connected
computers occurs.
HOT KEY
Sets the keyboard shortcut for invoking Hot Key Mode (see section 11.2 Hot Key Setting Mode). Choices are:
default setting of [NUM LOCK] + - (minus) and [CTRL] + [F12].
OSD LANGUAGE Sets the language used in the OSD. Choices are: English (default), German, Japanese, Simplified Chinese,
Traditional Chinese, Spanish, French and Russian.
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10.2.4 F4: ADM
F4 is an administrator-only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting,
double-click it or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
When an item is selected, a submenu with further choices to select from appears. Double-click an item or move the highlight bar to it, then press
[Enter]. An icon appears before the selected item so that you know which one it is. The settings are explained in table 10-4:
Table 10-4
Header Description
SET USER LOGIN This function is used to set usernames and passwords for the administrator and users:
1. Usernames and passwords for one administrator and four users can be set.
2. After selecting the administrator field or one of the user fields, a screen that allows you to key in the username
and password appears. Usernames and passwords can be from 1 to 16 characters long and can consist of
any combination of letters and numbers (A–Z, 0–9) and some additional keys: * ( ) + : - , ? . / space.
3. For each individual, key in the username and password, confirm the password, then press [Enter].
4. To modify or delete a previous username and/or password, use the backspace key to erase individual letters
or numbers. Press [Enter] when done.
Note: Usernames and passwords are not case sensitive. Usernames are displayed in capital letters in the OSD.
SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS This function allows the administrator to define user access to the computers on the installation on a port-by-
port basis.
For each user, select the target port; then press the [Spacebar] to cycle through the choices: F (full access),
V (view only), or blank. Repeat until all access rights have been set, then press [Enter]. The default is F for all
users on all ports.
Notes:
• A blank setting means that no access rights are granted. The port will not show up on the user’s LIST on the
main screen.
• The administrator always has full access to all ports.
SET LOGOUT TIMEOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function, the user is automatically
logged out. A login is necessary before the console can be used again. This enables other users to gain access
to the computers when the original user is no longer accessing them, but has forgotten to log out.
To set the timeout value, key in a number from 1–180 minutes, then press [Enter]. The default setting of 0 disables
this function.
Note: This feature does not function if Set Login Mode is disabled. See Table 10-4 SET LOGIN MODE.
EDIT PORT NAMES To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port, every port can be given a name. This
function allows the administrator to create, modify, or delete port names.
To edit a port name:
1. Click the port, or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
2. Key in the new port name, or modify/delete the old one. The maximum number of characters allowed for
the port name is 12. Allowed characters include:
• All alpha characters: A–Z
• All numeric characters: 0–9
• * ( ) + : - , ? . /
Case does not matter; the OSD displays the port name in all capitals no matter how they are keyed in.
3. When finished editing, press [Enter] to have the change take effect. To abort the change, press [Esc].
RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES This function is used to undo all changes and return the setup to the original factory default settings (see section
14.1 Factory Default Hot Keys and Settings) except for the port name list, username and password
information, which are saved.
CLEAR THE NAME LIST This function clears the port name list.
ACTIVATE BEEPER
Choices are Y (on), or N (off). When activated, the beeper sounds whenever a port is changed; when activating
the Auto Scan function (see section 10.2.7 F7: SCAN); or if an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu. The
default is Y.
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SET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the administrator select which ports to include as quick view ports.
• To select/deselect a port as a quick view port, double-click the port, or use the navigation keys to move the
highlight bar to it, then press [Spacebar].
• When a port has been selected as a quick view port, an icon displays in the QV column of the LIST on the
main screen. When a port is deselected, the icon disappears.
• If one of the quick view options is chosen for the LIST view (see section 10.2.2 F2: LIST), only a port that
has been selected here will display on the list.
• If one of the quick view options is chosen for auto-scanning (see Table 10-3 SCAN-SKIP MODE), only a
port that has been selected here will be auto-scanned.
The default has no ports selected for quick view.
SET OPERATING SYSTEM This function allows the administrator to define the operating system for the computer connected to each KVM port.
The default is WIN (PC compatible).
To set the port operating system:
1. From the list, select the port for which you wish to set the computer’s operating system.
2. Set the operating system by pressing [Spacebar] to cycle through WIN, MAC, SUN, or OTHER.
3. Press [Esc] to exit. The operating system you selected is assigned to the KVM port.
FIRMWARE UPGRADE
In order to upgrade the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 firmware (see section 13. Firmware Management Utility),
you must first enable Firmware Upgrade mode with this setting.
When you bring up this menu, the current firmware version levels are displayed. Select Y to enable Firmware
Upgrade mode, or N to leave this menu without enabling it.
KEYBOARD LANGUAGE Sets the language for the computer keyboard attached to the KVM port. To select a keyboard language,
double-click it, or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter].
Choices are: Auto (default), English (US), English (UK), German (GER.), German (SWISS), French, Hungarian,
Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese.
MOUSE EMULATION Enables / disables mouse emulation function.
Note: Supported in the first level of an installation only. Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent
switching of a port and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to function.
ACTIVATE MULTI-DISPLAY Enables multi-display mode for dual, triple or quad displays in multiple-monitor installations where each
computer is fitted with multiple video cards. See section 8. Multi-display Installation for full details.
Note: multi-display mode must be enabled on the OSD before the cables are connected.
OSD CONFIG BACKUP/
RESTORE
Enters OSD Configuration Backup / Restore mode. The Firmware Management Utility enables backup of the
current OSD configuration of the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16, and restore when necessary. Storing the OSD
configuration settings is useful when deploying more than one installation that uses the same settings. See
section 13.7 OSD Configuration Backup/Restore for full details.
SET LOGIN MODE This function allows the administrator to request users to login or not. When the login dialog box is disabled, the
system disables the login/logout function. If the system is re-started, the login/logout function remains disabled.
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10.2.5 F5: SKP
Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip (SKP) mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward – switching the console
focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next accessible one.
Enable mouse emulation for Skip mode to work (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
• The selection of computers available for skip mode switching is made with the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see Table 10-3).
• When you are in skip mode:
Press [ ← ] to skip to the previous accessible port on the list, in skip mode.
Press [ →] to skip to the next accessible port on the list, in skip mode.
Press [ ↑ ] to skip to the next accessible port. If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the first accessible port of
that switch.
Press [ ↓ ] to skip to the previous accessible port. If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the last accessible
port of that switch.
Note: When skipping, you can skip only to the previous or next accessible computer that is in the Scan-Skip mode selection (see Table 10-3).
• If a port has been selected for Scan–Skip mode, when the focus switches to that port a left/right triangle symbol appears before its port ID
display. When the port ID with the triangle symbol displays, the background screen is blank.
• While skip mode is in effect, the console will not function normally. You must exit skip mode in order to regain control of the console.
• When the selected port displays, skip mode is automatically disabled.
• To exit skip mode, press [Spacebar] or [Esc].
10.2.6 F6: BRC
F6 is an administrator-only function. Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], invokes Broadcast (BRC) mode. When this function is in effect,
commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers on the installation.
This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers, such as performing a system wide shutdown,
installing or upgrading software, etc.
• While BRC mode is in effect, a speaker symbol appears before the port ID display of the port that currently has the console focus. When the
port ID with the speaker symbol displays, the background screen is blank.
• While BRC mode is in effect, the mouse will not function normally. You must exit BRC mode in order to regain control of the mouse.
• To exit BRC mode, invoke the OSD (with the OSD hot key), then click the F6 field, or press [F6], to turn BRC mode off.
• When BRC mode is in effect, the Scroll Lock LED flashes. It stops flashing and reverts to normal status when you exit BRC.
10.2.7 F7: SCAN
Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan mode. This function enables automatic switching among the available computers at regular
intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to switch manually. Enable mouse emulation for Auto Scan to work (see section
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
• The selection of computers to be included for auto-scanning is made with the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see Table 10-3).
• The amount of time that each port displays for is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3: SET function (see see Table 10-3). When
you want to stop at a particular location, press the [Spacebar] to stop scanning.
• If the scanning stops on an empty port, or one where the computer is attached but is powered off, the monitor screen will be blank, and the
mouse and keyboard will have no effect. After the Scan Duration time is up, the scan function will move on to the next port.
• As each computer is accessed, an S appears in front of the port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan mode. When
the port ID with the symbol displays, the background screen is blank.
• While Auto Scan mode is in effect, the console will not function normally. You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain control of the console.
• While you are in Auto Scan mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P, or with
a left click of the mouse. See section 11.4.1 Invoking Auto Scan for details.
• To exit Auto Scan mode, press the [Spacebar] or [Esc].
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10.2.8 F8: LOUT
Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the console screen. This is different from simply
pressing [Esc] when you are at the main screen to deactivate the OSD. With this function, you must log in all over again to regain access to the
OSD, whereas with [Esc], simply tap the OSD hot key to reenter the OSD.
Notes:
• When you reenter the OSD after logging out, the screen stays blank except for the OSD main screen. You must input your username and
password before you can continue.
• If you reenter the OSD after logging out, and immediately use [Esc] to deactivate the OSD without having selected a port from the OSD menu,
a null port message displays on the screen. The OSD hot key will bring up the main OSD screen.
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11. Hot Key Operation
11.1 Hot Key Commands
Hot key commands enable switching between KVM ports directly from the keyboard. The B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 provides the following hot key
command features:
• Selecting the Active Port
• Auto Scan Mode Switching
• Skip Mode Switching
• Computer Keyboard/Mouse Reset
• Enable/Disable Mouse Emulation
The following setting can also be controlled in Hot Key Setting Mode:
• Setting the Beeper
• Setting the Quick Hot Key
• Setting the OSD Hot Key
• Setting the Port Operating System
• Restoring the OSD Default Values
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to function (see section
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
11.2 Hot Key Setting Mode
Hot Key Setting Mode is used to set up your B024-HU08 / B024-HU16 switch configuration. All operations begin with invoking Hot Key Setting Mode (HSM).
11.2.1 Invoking HSM
To invoke HSM, perform the following:
1. Press and hold [Num Lock];
2. Press and release [-];
3. Release [Num Lock]:
[Num Lock] + [-]
or
1. Hold down the [Ctrl] key.
2. Press and release the [F12] key.
3. Release the [Ctrl] key:
[Ctrl] + [F12]
When HSM is active:
• A command line appears on the monitor screen. The command line prompt is the word Hotkey in white text on a blue background, and
displays the subsequent hot key information that you key in.
• Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only hot key compliant keystrokes (described in the sections that follow), can be input.
Pressing [Esc] exits HSM.
11.3 Select the Active Port
Each KVM port is assigned a port ID (see section 9.3 Port ID Numbering). You can directly access any computer on the installation with a hot key
combination that specifies the port ID of the KVM port that a computer is connected to. To access a computer using hotkeys:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Key in the port ID.
The port ID numbers display on the command line as you key them in. If you make a mistake, use [Backspace] to erase the wrong number.
3. Press [Enter].
After you press [Enter], the KVM focus switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit HSM.
Note: In HSM, KVM focus will not switch to a port if an invalid switch or port number is entered. The hotkey command line will continue to display
on the screen until you enter a valid switch and port number combination, or exit HSM.
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11.4 Auto Scan Mode
Auto Scan automatically switches, at regular intervals, among all the KVM ports that have been set as accessible under Scan–Skip Mode, so that
their activity can be monitored automatically. See Table 10-3 Scan–Skip Mode for more information.
11.4.1 Invoking Auto Scan
To start Auto Scan, key in the following hot key combination:
1. Enable mouse emulation (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
2. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
3. Press [A]. After you press [A], then [Enter], you automatically exit HSM, and enter Auto Scan mode.
• While in Auto Scan mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing [P] or with a left
click of the mouse. During the time that auto-scanning is paused, the command line displays: Auto Scan: Paused.
• Pausing when you want to keep the focus on a particular computer is more convenient than exiting Auto Scan mode because when you resume
scanning, you start from where you left off. If, on the other hand, you exited and restarted, scanning would start over from the very first computer
on the installation.
• To resume Auto Scanning, press any key or left-click. Scanning continues from where it left off.
• While Auto Scan mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only Auto Scan mode compliant keystrokes and
mouse clicks can be input. You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain normal control of the console.
4. To exit Auto Scan mode, press [Esc] or [Spacebar]. Auto-scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan mode.
11.5 Skip Mode
This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long as you like –
as opposed to auto-scanning, which automatically switches after a fixed interval. To invoke Skip mode, key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Enable mouse emulation (see section 11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
2. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
3. Key in [Arrow], where [Arrow] refers to one of the arrow keys. After you press an arrow, you automatically exit HSM and enter Skip Mode,
where you can switch ports as follows:
Arrow Key Action
←
Skips to the previous computer on the list, in skip mode. (See Table 10-3 Scan-Skip Mode for information regarding
accessible ports.)
→
Skips to the next computer on the list, in skip mode.
↑
Skips to the next accessible port. If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the first accessible
port of that switch, in skip mode.
↓
Skips to the previous accessible port. If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the last
accessible port of that switch, in skip mode.
• Once the switch is in Skip mode, you can keep on skipping by pressing the arrow keys. It is not necessary to use the [Num Lock] + [-]
combination again.
• While Skip mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only Skip mode compliant keystrokes can be input. You
must exit Skip mode to regain normal control of the console.
4. To exit Skip mode, press [Esc] or [Spacebar].
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to function (see section
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
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11.6 Keyboard/Mouse Reset
If the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently selected port, you can perform a keyboard/mouse reset on
the computer. This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging they keyboard and mouse on the target computer. To perform a
computer keyboard/mouse reset, key in the following hot key combination:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [F5].
After you press [F5] you automatically exit HSM and regain keyboard and mouse control on the computer connected to the KVM port. If you fail
to regain keyboard / mouse control on the computer after pressing [F5], perform a console keyboard and mouse reset. For more information, see
section 5.1 Port LEDs.
11.7 Hot Key Beeper Control
The beeper (see Table 10-4 ACTIVATE BEEPER) can be toggled on and off with hot keys. To toggle the beeper, key in the following hotkey
combination:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [B].
Pressing [B] toggles the beeper on or off. The command line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second; then the message disappears and
you automatically exit HSM.
11.8 Quick Hot Key Control
The Quick Hot Key (see Table 10-3 HOT KEY) can be toggled between [Num Lock] + [-] and [Ctrl] + [F12]. To toggle the Quick Hot Key:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [H].
After you press [H], the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second; then the message disappears and you automatically
exit HSM.
11.9 OSD Hotkey Control
The OSD Hotkey (see Table 10-3 OSD HOT KEY) can be toggled between [Scroll Lock], [Scroll Lock] and [Ctrl], [Ctrl]. To toggle the OSD Hotkey,
key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [T].
After you press [T], the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second; then the message disappears and you automatically
exit HSM.
11.10 Port OS Control
A port’s operating system can be changed to match that of the computer attached to the port. To change a port’s operating system, key in the
following hot key combination:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Key in [Function], where [Function] refers to one of the function keys in the following table:
Function Key Action
F1
Sets the Port OS to Windows
F2
Sets the Port OS to Mac
F3
Sets the Port OS to Sun
After pressing a function key, HSM is exited automatically.
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11.11 Restore Default Values
This administrator-only hot key restores the KVM switch’s default values. To restore default values, key in the following hot key combination:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [R].
3. Press [Enter].
After pressing [Enter], the command line displays RESET TO DEFAULT SETTING for three seconds; then the message disappears and you
automatically exit HSM.
11.11.1 USB Reset
If the USB loses focus and needs to be reset, perform the following:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press and release [F5].
11.11.2 Hot Key Beeper Control
The beep can be enabled or disabled. The default setting is enabled. To disable, perform the following:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press and release [B].
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control
The default setting is enabled. To disable, perform the following:
1. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press and release [M].
This procedure is a toggle; repeat the actions above to enable.
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11.12 HSM Summary Table
Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination, then key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function:
Key Function
[PN] [Enter] Switches KVM, Audio, and USB focus directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID.
(PN = port number)
[PN]* [K] [Enter] Switches KVM focus only directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID.
(PN = port number)
[PN]* [U] [Enter] Switches USB focus only directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID.
(PN = port number)
Note: This hot key functions on the first level of an installation only.
[A] [Enter] Starts Auto Scan. The KVM focus cycles from port to port at the default 5-second intervals.
[A] [n] [Enter] Starts Auto Scan at n-second intervals.
(n = 1–255 seconds)
[H] Toggles between the default ([Num Lock] [-]) and alternate ([Ctrl] [F12]) HSM invocation keys.
[T] Toggles between the default ([Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]) and alternate ([Ctrl] [Ctrl]) OSD Hotkey.
[F1]
Sets the port OS to Windows.
[F2]
Sets the port OS to Mac.
[F3]
Sets the port OS to Sun.
[F5] Performs a keyboard / mouse reset on the target computer.
[B]
Enables/disables the beeper.
[R] [Enter]
Resets the hot key settings to their default status (see section 14.1 Factory Default Hot Keys and Settings).
[M]
Enables/disables mouse emulation.
←
Skips to the previous computer on the list, in skip mode.
→
Skips to the next computer on the list, in skip mode.
↑
Skips to the next accessible port. If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the first
accessible port of that switch, in skip mode.
↓
Skips to the previous accessible port. If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch, then it skips to the last
accessible port of that switch, in skip mode.
[ESC] or [Spacebar]
Exits hot key setting mode.
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to function (see section
11.11.3 Mouse Emulation Control).
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12.1 Mac Keyboard
A PC-compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of a Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are shown in the table below:
PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard
[Shift] Shift
[Ctrl] Ctrl
[Ctrl] [1]
[Ctrl] [2]
[Ctrl] [3]
[Ctrl] [4]
[Alt] Alt
[Print Screen] F13
[Scroll Lock] F14
=
[Enter] Return
[Backspace] Delete
[Insert] Help
[Ctrl]
F15
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl), then press and release the activation key.
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12.2 Sun Keyboard
A PC-compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of a Sun keyboard when the Control key (Ctrl) is used in conjunction with
other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below:
PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard
[Ctrl] [T]
Stop
[Ctrl] [F2]
Again
[Ctrl] [F3]
Props
[Ctrl] [F4]
Undo
[Ctrl] [F5]
Front
[Ctrl] [F6]
Copy
[Ctrl] [F7]
Open
[Ctrl] [F8]
Paste
[Ctrl] [F9]
Find
[Ctrl] [f10]
Cut
[Ctrl] [1]
[Ctrl] [2]
[Ctrl] [3]
[Ctrl] [4]
[Ctrl] [H]
Help
Compose
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl), then press and release the activation key.
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13. Firmware Management Utility
13.1 Introduction
The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Management Utility is to provide an automated process for upgrading all B024-HU08 / B024-HU16
switches in an installation. The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device.
As new firmware versions become available, new firmware upgrade packages are posted on our website. Check the website regularly to find the
latest information and packages.
13.1.1 Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package
To download the firmware upgrade package:
1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to tripplite.com/support and search for the model name that relates to your
device. A list of available firmware upgrade packages appears.
2. Choose the firmware upgrade package that you wish to install (usually the most recent) and download it to your computer.
13.2 Preparation
To prepare for the firmware upgrade, perform the following:
1. Use the firmware upgrade cable provided with the unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the firmware upgrade port of your switch.
2. Shut down all the computers on the KVM installation.
3. From your KVM switch console, login to the OSD as the administrator (see section 10.2) and select the F4 ADM function.
4. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see Table 10-4).
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13.3 Starting the Upgrade
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double-clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full
path to it.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility welcome screen appears:
Note: The screens shown in this section are for reference only. The wording and layout of the actual screens displayed by the Firmware Upgrade
Utility may vary slightly from these examples.
2. Read and agree to the License Agreement (enable the I Agree radio button).
3. Click [Next] to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List panel:
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4. Click [Next] to perform the upgrade.
If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device’s
version is higher than the upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel.
If you did not enable Check Firmware Version, the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a higher level, or not.
As the upgrade proceeds, status messages appear in the Status Messages panel, and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar.
13.4 Upgrade Succeeded
After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you the procedure was successful.
13.5 Upgrade Failed
If the Upgrade Succeeded screen does not appear, it means the upgrade failed to complete successfully. See section 13.6 Firmware Upgrade
Recovery for how to proceed.
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13.6 Firmware Upgrade Recovery
There are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery:
• A firmware upgrade is manually aborted
• The mainboard firmware upgrade fails
• The I/O firmware upgrade fails
To perform a firmware upgrade recovery, perform the following:
1. Power off the switch.
2. Connect the Firmware Upgrade Cable to its Firmware Upgrade Port.
3. Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch to the Recover position.
4. Power the switch back on and repeat the upgrade procedure.
5. After the switch has been successfully upgraded, power it off, and slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position.
6. If the switch is one of the cascaded switches, plug it back into the installation.
7. Power the switch back on.
13.7 OSD Configuration Backup/Restore
The Firmware Management Utility lets you back up the current OSD configuration of the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16, and restore it when necessary.
Storing the OSD configuration settings is useful when deploying more than one installation that uses the same settings.
13.7.1 Backup
Follow these steps to store a backup file to a local computer:
1. Make sure your computer is connected to the B024-HU08 / B024-HU16.
See section 13.2 Preparation and follow steps 1–3.
2. When you have selected the F4 ADM function, scroll down to OSD CONF BACKUP / RESTORE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to invoke OSD
Config Backup / Restore mode.
3. Run the Firmware Management Utility. In the dialog box, choose OSD Configuration Backup/Restore, then click [Next].
4. In the window that appears, click Connect Device.
5. In the Password field, key in a password for the file.
Note: Setting a password is optional. If you do not set one, the file
can be restored without specifying a password.
6. Click Backup.
7. When the browser asks what you want to do with the file, select
Save to disk, then save it in a convenient location.
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13.7.2 Restore
Follow these steps to restore a backup file from a local computer:
1. Perform steps 1 to 3 of section 13.7.1 Backup.
2. Click Restore to recover an OSD configuration stored in the local computer. If you have previously set a password for this feature, enter the
password in the provided field before clicking Restore. A confirmation window appears; click Yes to proceed.
3. Browse for the OSD configuration file you want to use and click Restore. Make sure the backup file is in the local computer.
4. A confirmation window appears when the restore process is done and successful. Click OK to close it.
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14. Appendix
14.1 Factory Default Hot Keys and Settings
Setting Hot Key Default
OSD Hot Key (Default / Alternate)
[T] [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
Invoking HSM
[H] [Num Lock] [-]
Auto Scan Interval
[A] [Enter] 5 seconds
Mouse Emulation
[M] Enabled
Port Switching Keys (on / Off)
[X] [Enter] Enabled
Beeper
[B] Enabled
14.2 Specifications
Model B024-HU08 B024-HU16
Computer Connections
Direct 8 16
Max. 512 (via cascade) 256 (via cascade)
Port Selection
OSD, Hot Key, Pushbutton
Connectors Console Ports
KB 1 x USB Type-A, Female (Black)
Video 1 x HDMI, Female
Mouse 1 x USB Type-A, Female (Black)
Speakers 2 x Mini Stereo Jack F (Green; 1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
KVM Ports KB / Mouse 8 x USB Type-B, Female (White) 16 x USB Type-B, Female (White)
Video 8 x HDMI, Female (White) 16 x HDMI, Female (White)
Speakers 8 x Mini Stereo Jack, Female (Green) 16 x Mini Stereo Jack, Female (Green)
F/W Upgrade 1 x RJ11, Female (Black)
Power 1 x DC Jack
USB 2.0 Hub 2 x USB Type-A, Female (White)
(1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
Switches
Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton 16 x Pushbutton
Reset 1 x Semi-Recessed Pushbutton
F/W Upgrade 1 x Slide Switch
LEDs
USB Link 8 (Green) 16 (Green)
On Line / Selected 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
Power 1 (Dark Green)
Emulation
Keyboard / Mouse USB
Video
480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p (HDTV) / 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Scan Interval
1-255 Seconds (Default: 5 seconds)
Power Consumption
DC 5.0V, 12.0W DC 5.0V, 12.2W
Environment
Operating Temp. 32°F - 122°F (0°C - 50°C)
Storage Temp. -4°F - 140°F (-20°C - 60°C)
Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-Condensing
Physical Properties
Housing Metal
Weight 7.7 lb. (3.5 kg) 8.5 lb. (3.9 kg)
Dimensions [H x W x D] 1.7 x 10.1 x 17.2 in. (44 x 256.6 x 437.2 mm)
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15. Warranty & Product Registration
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of initial
purchase. TRIPP LITE’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain
service under this warranty, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE
service center. Products must be returned to TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center with transportation charges prepaid and must
be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to
equipment, which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the
purchaser.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, TRIPP LITE is not
liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes,
claims by third parties, or otherwise.
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FCC Notice, Class A
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. The user must use shielded cables and connectors with
this equipment. Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Tripp Lite could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)
Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical
and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:
• Send old equipment for recycling on a one-on-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)
• Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste.
Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of life support
equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.
Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Photos and illustrations may differ slightly
from actual products.
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