Table of Contents
- 8/16-Port Short Depth PS/2-USB VGA Single Rail WideScreen LCD KVM Switch User Manual
- Chapter 1. Introduction
- Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
- Chapter 3. Basic Operation
- Chapter 4. OSD Operation
- Chapter 5. Keyboard Port Operation
- Chapter 6. Keyboard Emulation
- Chapter 7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility
- Appendix
ATEN CL3108 User Manual
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EMC Information
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT: 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 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
CE Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.
KCC Statement
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
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User Information
Online Registration
Be sure to register your product at our online support center:
Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
User Notice
All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual
are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any
warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of
the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is.
Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and
not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all
necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation
of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior
to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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Package Contents
The CL3108 / CL3116 package consists of:
1 CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mount Kit
1 Power Cord
2 Custom KVM Cables (VGA, USB; 1.8m/6ft)
1 Firmware Upgrade cable
1 User Instructions*
Note: 1. Check to make sure that all the components are present and that
nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact
your dealer.
2. Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of
the devices connected to it.
*Features may have been added to the CL3108 / CL3116 since this manual
was published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date
version of the manual.
© Copyright 2020 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2020-03-23
ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
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Contents
EMC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
1. Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Space Utility Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Reliability and Operational Versatility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation Flexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CL3108 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
CL3116 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. Hardware Setup
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Before you Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Standard Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Optional Rack Mount Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Single Level Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cable Connection Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
KVM Cable Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Two Level Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3. Basic Operation
Opening the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Powering Off and Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
The LCD Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
LCD Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Manual Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4. OSD Operation
OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OSD Hotkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OSD Login. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Manufacturing Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OSD Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
OSD Main Screen Headings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
OSD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
OSD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
F1: GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
F2: LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
F3: SET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
F4: ADM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
F5: SKP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
F6: BRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
F7: AUTO SCAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
F8: LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
5. Keyboard Port Operation
Hotkey Port Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Invoke Hotkey Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Number Lock and Minus Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Control and F12 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Select the Active Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Auto Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Invoking Auto Scan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Skip Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Quick Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
OSD Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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Port OS Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Set USB Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Restore Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Hotkey Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6. Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Starting the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Connection Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
CL3108 to Compatible 8-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
CL3108 to Compatible 16-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
CL3116 to Compatible 8-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
CL3116 to Compatible 16-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Supported KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
OSD Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
About SPHD Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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About this Manual
This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL3108 /
CL3116 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and
operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided
below.
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CL3108 / CL3116 system.
Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation. The
necessary steps – from a basic single level hookup to a complete 17-switch two
level operation are provided.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved
in operating the CL3108 / CL3116.
Chapter 4, OSD Operation, provides a complete description of the
CL3108 / CL3116 OSD (on-screen display), and how to work with it.
Chapter 5, Keyboard Port Operation, details all of the concepts and
procedures involved in the hotkey operation of your CL3108 / CL3116
installation.
Chapter 6, Keyboard Emulation, provides tables that list the PC to Mac
and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings.
Chapter 7, The Firmware Upgrade Utility, explains how to use this
utility to upgrade the CL3108 / CL3116 firmware with the latest available
versions.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CL3108 / CL3116.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Product Information
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect
without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized
Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to
press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear
together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them:
[Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for
example), that comes next. For example, Start
Run means to
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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North America http://www.aten-usa.com
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The ATEN CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch offers a space-saving,
streamlined approach to KVM switch technology by integrating a keyboard,
18.5" LED-backlit LCD monitor, and a touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable
sliding housing. The short-depth design maximizes space utility for equipping
rack-mounting devices in narrow spaces. In addition, its exclusive LED
illumination light provides users with proper visibility when working in low-
light conditions.
The CL3108 / CL3116 can control up to 8/16 computers; when 8/16 additional
KVM switches are cascaded, a single CL3108 / CL3116 LCD KVM Switch
can control up to 128/256 computers.
To achieve greater operational
efficiency, the CL3108 / CL3116 offers Broadcast mode, which the console
spreads out the commands to all computers to perform operations
simultaneously. Besides, the Auto scan mode fulfills the needs for continuous
monitoring a specific group of computers, and establishing a reliable working
environment for users.
To enhance information safety, the CL3108 / CL3116 provides two-level
password security which restricts unauthorized users from viewing and
controlling the computers. For added convenience, the CL3108 / CL3116
comes with an additional hot-pluggable USB mouse port that only supports
HID device for keyboard and mouse.
As a feature-rich LCD KVM Switch, the CL3108 / CL3116 is aimed not just
to achieve but exceed the requirements for space utility optimization, superior
video quality, adaptive deployment, and operational versatility, and thus is
ideal for control rooms with limited space in any industry.
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Features
Space Utility Optimization
Exclusive LED illumination light – designed by ATEN to illuminate the
keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in low-light conditions
Integrated LCD KVM console with an 18.5'' LED-backlit widescreen
LCD monitor in a single rail housing with top and bottom clearance for
smooth operation in a 1U high system rack
Short-depth design allows you to work with your rack-mounting
equipment in narrow spaces
Console lock – enables the console drawer to remain securely locked away
in position when not in use
Reliability and Operational Versatility
Superior video quality – up to 1366 x 768; DDC2B
Cascade up to 2 levels – CL3108 controls up to 128 computers or CL3116
controls up to 256 computers from a single console (With compatible
KVM Switches: CS1308, CS1316)
Dual Interface – supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and
mice
Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) for smooth switching and
simultaneously booting multiple computers even when the console focus
is elsewhere
Computer selection via pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen
display (OSD)
Broadcast mode – allows you to send commands from the console to all
computers to perform operations simultaneously
Two level password security – only authorized users can view and control
computers
Auto Scan mode – enables continuous monitoring of user-selected
computers
Keyboard Language supports: English (US), English (UK), German
(GER.), German (SWISS), French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean,
Russian, Spanish, Swedish, and Traditional Chinese
Additional hot-pluggable USB mouse port on front panel that supports
HID device for keyboard and mouse
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Requirements
Computers
The following hardware components are required for each computer:
A VGA, SVGA, or multisync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port.
PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin Mini-DIN), or at least one USB
port.
Cables
Substandard cables might damage the connected devices or degrade overall
performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout use the
high quality custom cable sets described below.
Operating Systems
Supported operating systems include Windows, Mac, Linux, and Sun.
Function Length Part Number
KVM switch to computer PS/2 1.2 m
1.8 m
3.0 m
6.0 m
1.8 m
2L-5201P
2L-5202P
2L-5203P
2L-5206P
2L-5702P
USB 1.2 m
1.8 m
3.0 m
5.0 m
2L-5201U
2L-5202U
2L-5203U
2L-5205U
PS/2-USB 1.2 m
1.8 m
3.0 m
2L-5301UP
2L-5302UP
2L-5303UP
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Components
Front View
Note: While it is the CL3108 that is pictured above, the CL3116 is identical
with the exception of having 16 KVM ports instead of 8.
5
12
13
15
11
10
8
7
6
4
3
9
1
2
EXIT LIGHT
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No. Component Description
1 Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide it in.
See Opening the Console / Closing the Console, page 19 for
sliding the console in and out.
2 LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out, flip up the cover to access
the LCD monitor by pressing the Handle, see Handle, page 6.
3 LED Illumination
Light Pushbutton
Press the Exit/Light pushbutton for two seconds to turn the
LED light ON or Off. (Default: Off)
4 LED Illumination
Light
Illuminates the keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in
low-light conditions.
5 Port Selection
Pushbutton /
LEDs (8 for
CL3108, 16 for
CL3116)
Press the port pushbuttons to bring the KVM focus to the
computer attached to the corresponding port.
An orange ON LINE LED lights to indicate that the computer
attached to its corresponding port is up and running. A green
Selected LED lights to indicate that the computer attached to
the corresponding port is selected for KVM control.
6 Keyboard Standard 105-key keyboard
7 Touchpad Standard mouse touchpad
8 External Mouse
Port
The USB port is available to connect a USB keyboard or
mouse device for users who prefer to use an external
keyboard and mouse.
9 Power LED Lights green to indicate that the unit is receiving power.
10 Lock LEDs The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located
here.
11 Reset Switch Located to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed
switch in with a small object to perform a system reset.
12 Firmware
Upgrade Port
The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware
upgrade data from the administrator's computer to the
CL3108 / CL3116 plugs into this 3.5 mm audio jack.
13 Firmware
Upgrade Switch
During normal operation and while performing a firmware
upgrade, this 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.
See Upgrade Failed, page 56, for details.
14 LCD On / Off
Button
Push this button to turn the LCD monitor on and off. The
button lights when the LCD monitor is off.
Note: The light indicates that only the monitor is off, not the
attached KVM switch.
15 LCD Controls The buttons to control the position and picture settings of the
LCD display are located here. See page 22, for details.
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CL3108 Rear View
No. Component Description
1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-prong AC power socket. The power cord
from an AC source plugs in here.
2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit on and off.
3KVM Port
Section
The cables that link to the computers plug in here.
Note: The shape of these SPHD connectors have been
specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to
work with this switch can plug in (see the Cables section on
page 4, for details). Do NOT attempt to use ordinary 15 pin
VGA connector cables to link these ports to the computers.
4 Grounding
Terminal
The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here.
1
4
2 3
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CL3116 Rear View
No. Component Description
1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-prong AC power socket. The power cord
from an AC source plugs in here.
2 Power Switch This standard rocker switch powers the unit on and off.
3 KVM Port
Section
The cables that link to the computers plug in here.
Note: The shape of these SPHD connectors have been
specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to
work with this switch can plug in (see the Cables section on
page 4, for details). Do NOT attempt to use ordinary 15 pin
VGA connector cables to link these ports to the computers.
4 Grounding
Terminal
The grounding wire used to ground the switch attaches here.
1
4
2 3
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Overview
The CL3108 / CL3116 is a switch designed to work with USB and PS/2
interfaces. It utilizes custom KVM cables that serve as intermediaries between
the switch and computers. A custom KVM cable is required for each computer.
Custom cables of various lengths are listed on page 4. Consult your dealer to
find out which custom KVM cables best fit your needs.
Before you Begin
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this
device is provided on page 57. Please review it before
proceeding.
2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting
up has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any
computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
3. The LCD KVM switch is designed for rack mounting. If the
KVM switch is not rack mounted be sure to place it on a
completely flat and firm surface before pulling the device in or
out to prevent damage due to uneven force on the module.
Place on Flat Surface
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Standard Rack Mounting
A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL3108 / CL3116 and can
be mounted in 1U of rack space. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in
rack with a depth of 42.0-72.0 cm. The installation procedures are described in
the following sections. Below is an image of the parts included with your
package that will be needed for rack installation.
Note: It takes two people to mount the console.
The standard rack mounting kit does not include screws or cage
nuts. If you need additional screws or cage nuts, contact your rack
dealer.
Left & Right L-shaped Brackets
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To rack mount the CL3108 / CL3116, do the following:
1. Attach the left and right mounting brackets to the back of the rack,
installing four screws in the brackets to secure them in place.
2. While one person inserts the unit into place by sliding its left and right side
bars into the left & right L-shaped brackets (on the rack), have a second
person screw the front brackets to the rack.
3. After the front brackets are secured, tighten all the screws.
Allow at least 5.1 cm on each side for proper ventilation, and at least 12.7
cm at the back for the power cord and cable clearance.
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Optional Rack Mount Kits
For convenience and flexibility, optional rack mount kits are available and are
listed in the table below:
Note: For more information, visit the product webpage and refer to the
Compatible Accessories.
For detailed installation steps, visit the product webpage and refer
to the Optional Rack Mount Kits Installation Guide.
Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded. Use a grounding wire to ground the CL3108 / CL3116 by
connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of
the wire to a suitable grounded object.
Note: The CL3116 is pictured above. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as
the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.
Mounting Kit Description
Standard Long Rack Mount
Kit
This kit is the long-railed version of your standard
mounting kit that lets you fit your device to racks with
greater depth.
Easy Installation Rack
Mount Kit
This kit is designed to be easy to install and can be
installed by one person
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Single Level Installation
In a single level installation, there are no additional switches cascaded from the
first unit. To set up a single level installation do the following:
Note: The CL3116 is pictured below. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as
the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.
1. Ground the CL3108 / CL3116 and make sure that power has been turned
off to all the computers you will be connecting.
2. Use KVM cable sets* (as described in the Cables section on page 4), to
connect any available KVM port to the keyboard, video and mouse ports
of the computer you are installing. Refer to the KVM Cable Installation
Diagrams on the following page.
3. Plug the power cable into an AC power source.
4. Turn on the power to LCD Console.
5. Turn on the power to the computers.
Single Level Installation Diagram
Note: The numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbered steps above.
* Contact your KVM dealer for ordering information.
1
3
2
2
5
5
4
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Cable Connection Diagrams
KVM Cable Installation Diagrams
USB KVM Cable Connection
PS/2 KVM Cable Connection
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Two Level Installation
To control even more computers, up to 8/16 additional switches can be cascaded
from the first CL3108 / CL3116 (see the Appendix for a list of compatible ATEN
switches). As many as 128 (CL3108) or 256 (CL3116) computers can be
controlled from a single console in a complete cascade installation. Tables
showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of
switches needed to control them are provided on page 63 in the Appendix.
To set up a two level installation, do the following:
Note: The CL3116 is pictured below. The CL3108 rear panel is the same as
the CL3116, except that it has 8 KVM ports instead of 16.
1. Ground the master CL3108 / CL3116 and make sure that power has been
turned off to all the computers you will be connecting up.
2. Using a KVM cable, connect any available KVM Port on the first level
switch to the Console port on the second level unit*.
3. Use KVM cable sets (described in the Cables section, page 4), to connect
any available KVM port on the CL3108 / CL3116 installation to the
keyboard, video and mouse ports of the computers you are installing.
4. Repeat the above steps for any additional units you wish to add to the
installation.
5. The Power On sequence requires that all slave units be powered on first.
After they are all on, the master unit must be powered on next. Only after
all the switches have been powered on in this sequence, can the computers
be powered on.
Note: The CL3108 / CL3116 can only be installed as the first switch in a two
level installation as its LCD, keyboard and mouse are used as the
console and all second level switches require an external console port to
be cascaded.
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Two Level Installation Diagram
1
2
3
5
54
4
5
5
5
CL3116
CS1316
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Chapter 3
Basic Operation
Opening the Console
The CL3108 / CL3116's console is located under the top cover. To access the
console, slide the console module out and raise the cover.
Note: As a safety precaution, to keep the console from accidentally sliding
out, the console is locked into the In position. Before you can pull the
console module out, you must release it by pulling the Release Bar on
the unit's front panel toward the center of the switch.
To slide the console module out, do the following:
1. Pull on the Release Bar on the handle.
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2. Slide the module all the way out until it automatically locks in place.
3. Open the cover
by pulling the Release Bar on the handle as pictured
below.
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4. Below picture is what the CL3108 / CL3116 looks like when it is opened
up.
Closing the Console
To slide the console module back in, do the following:
1. Close the cover.
2. Push the module all the way in until it automatically locks in place.
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Operating Precautions
Right!
Rest your hands and arms lightly on the
keyboard module as you work.
Wrong!
DO NOT lean your body weight on the
keyboard module.
DO NOT place heavy objects on the
keyboard module.
The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg.
Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the
keyboard module.
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Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to power off the CL3108 / CL3116, do the following
before restarting it:
1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to the CL3108 / CL3116.
Note: Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard
Power On function. Otherwise, the CL3108 / CL3116 will still
receive power from the computers.
2. Unplug the CL3108 / CL3116 from its power source.
3. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the CL3108 / CL3116 back in.
4. After the CL3108 / CL3116 has started and ascertained its station ID,
power on the computers.
Note: If you have shut down more than one station, power up the highest
station first and work your way down to the lowest one.
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LCD OSD Configuration
The LCD Buttons
The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four
buttons are used to perform the configuration, as described in the table, below:
Button Function
MENU
When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function,
pressing this button invokes the Menu function, and brings up
the Main Menu.
When you have entered the LCD OSD Menu function, and
have reached a setting choice with the navigation buttons,
pressing this button brings up its adjustment screen.
When navigating through the menus, this button moves you Right
or Up. When making an adjustment, it increases the value.
When navigating through the menus, this button moves you Left
or Down. When making an adjustment, it decreases the value.
EXIT / LIGHT
When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function,
pressing this button performs an auto adjustment. An auto
adjustment automatically configures all the settings for the LCD
panel to what the OSD considers their optimum values to be.
When you have entered the LCD OSD Menu function, pressing
this button exits the current menu and returns you to the
previous menu. Use it to leave an adjustment menu when you
are satisfied with the adjustment you made.
When you are at the Main Menu, pressing this button exits the
LCD OSD.
PANEL POWER
Push this button to turn the LCD monitor on and off. The button
lights when the LC monitor is off.
Note:The light only indicates that the monitor is off, not the attached
KVM switch.
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LCD Adjustment Settings
An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below:
Note: As an alternative to manually adjusting the LCD settings, you can have
the LCD auto-adjusted for optimum display by pressing the Exit button.
See EXIT / LIGHT, page 22.
Setting Explanation
Brightness Adjusts the background black level of the screen image.
Contrast Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image.
Phase If pixel jitter or horizontal line noise is visible on the display,
your LCD may have the wrong phase setting. Adjust the
phase setting to eliminate these problems.
Clock If vertical banding is visible on the display, your LCD may
have the wrong clock setting. Adjust the clock setting to
eliminate vertical banding.
H-Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel horizontally
(moves the display area left or right).
V-Position Positions the display area on the LCD panel vertically
(moves the display area up or down).
Color Temperature Adjusts the color quality of the display. You can adjust the
warmth value, color balance, etc. The Adjust Color
selection has a further submenu that lets you fine tune the
RGB values.
Language Selects the language that the OSD displays its menus in.
OSD Duration Lets you set the amount of time the OSD displays on the
screen. If there is no input for the amount of time you
choose, the OSD display turns off.
Reset Resets the adjustments on all menus and submenus to
their factory default settings.
Note:The Language setting does not return to the factory default,
but remains at the one that you have set it to.
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Hot Plugging
The CL3108 / CL3116 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:
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 the F3
SET (page 31) and F4 ADM (page 33), functions for details.
Note: If the computer's operating system does not support hot plugging, this
function may not work properly.
Port Selection
The CL3108 / CL3116 provides three port selection methods to access the
computers on the installation: Manual, OSD (on-screen display), and Hotkeys.
See Chapter 4, OSD Operation and Chapter 5, Keyboard Port Operation for
more information.
Manual Port Switching
Use the Port LED/Port Pushbuttons located on the keyboard module to switch
KVM focus to any port on the installation.
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Port ID Numbering
Each port on a CL3108 / CL3116 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 OSD
Operation, page 27), or with the Hotkey port selection method (see Keyboard
Port Operation, page 39).
A computer attached to a master unit has a two digit Port ID (from 01–08
for the CL3108; from 01–16 for the CL3116), that corresponds to the
KVM port number that it is connected to.
A computer attached to a slave 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 slave unit that
the computer is connected to. For example, a Port ID of 02–16 would refer
to a computer that is connected to KVM port 16 of a slave unit that links
back to KVM port 2 of the master unit.
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Chapter 4
OSD Operation
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.
To go into OSD, press the OSD Hotkey twice.
OSD Hotkey
The default Hotkey is [Scroll Lock]. You can change the Hotkey to the [Ctrl]
key should you wish to, refer to Hotkey Summary Table on page 47 for more
information.
OSD Login
The OSD incorporates a two level (administrator / user) password system.
Before the OSD main screen displays, a login screen appears requiring a
username and a password.
If this is the first time you are using the OSD, or if the password function has
not been set, simply press [Enter]. The OSD main screen will display under
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) as you like.
If the password function has been set, you must provide an appropriate
administrator/user password in order to access the OSD.
Manufacturing Number
The “MFG Number” (Manufacturing Number) is an internal serial number
used by ATEN’s factory and technical support staff to identify products. This
number does not affect products’ warranty. If your product requires after-sales
services, you may provide the MFG Number to ATEN’s sales or technical
support staff to identify the product and model number.
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OSD Main Screen
When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:
Note: 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 can't be accessed 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 accessible by the administrator for
the current logged in user are visible (see SET ACCESSIBLE
PORTS, page 33, for details).
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.
OSD Main Screen Headings
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 selected for quick view scanning (see Set Quick View Ports,
page 35), an arrowhead displays in this column.
The computers that are powered on and are online have a sun symbol
in this column.
NAME If a port has been given a name (see Edit Port Names, page 34), its
name appears in this column.
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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 (ST) 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, you automatically go back to the menu one
level above.
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.
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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.
To use the name method, key in 1; key in the port's Name; then press
[Enter].
To use the port ID method, key in 2; key in the Port ID; then press
[Enter].
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 SET
ACCESSIBLE PORTS, page 33), that match the name or port ID
pattern, regardless of the current list settings (see F2 LIST, page 30, for
details).
To return to the OSD main screen without making a choice, press [Esc].
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 the table below.
Move the highlight bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An icon
appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one.
Choice Meaning
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
SET QUICK VIEW PORTS, page 35).
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
SET QUICK VIEW PORTS, page 35), and that have their attached
computers powered on.
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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 it; 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 the following table:
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Setting Function
OSD HOTKEY Selects which hotkey activates the OSD function:
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] or [Ctrl] [Ctrl].
Since 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 F7 SCAN,
page 37). Key in a value from 1–255 seconds, then press [Enter].
Default is 5 seconds; a setting of 0 disables the SCAN function.
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Setting Function
SCAN–SKIP
MODE
Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode (see
F5 SKP, page 36), and Auto Scan mode (see F7 SCAN, page 37.
Choices are:
ALL - All the ports which have been set accessible (see SET
ACCESSIBLE PORTS, page 33);
QUICK VIEW - Only those ports which have been set accessible
and have been selected as quick view ports (see SET QUICK
VIEW PORTS, page 35);
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 he has Quick View setting rights (see SET QUICK VIEW
PORTS, page 35, for details).
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.
HOTKEY
COMMAND
MODE
Enables / disables the hotkey command function in case a conflict
with programs running on the computers occurs.
HOTKEY Sets the keyboard shortcut for invoking Hotkey Mode (see
page 39). Choices are: NUM LOCK + - (minus) (default), and
CTRL + F12.
TOUCHPAD Enables / disables the touchpad function.
OSD
LANGUAGE
Sets the language used in the OSD. Choices are: English (default),
German, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
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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].
After you select an item, 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 the following table:
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Setting Function
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 you select 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.
Note:
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.
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Setting Function
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 SET LOGIN MODE, page 35.
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.
Legal characters include:
All alpha characters: A–Z
All numeric characters: 0–9
* ( ) + : - , ? . / and Space
Case does not matter; the OSD displays the port name in all
capitals no matter how they were keyed in.
3. When you have 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 OSD FACTORY DEFAULT
SETTINGS, page 65) 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 F7 SCAN, page 37); or an invalid entry is made on an
OSD menu. The default is Y.
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(Continued from previous page.)
Setting Function
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 dis-
plays 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
F2 LIST, page 30), 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 SCAN/SKIP MODE, page 32), 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 com-
puter'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 CL3108 / CL3116 firmware (see page 52),
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.
SET 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 (UK), ENGLISH (US),
GERMAN (GER.), GERMAN (SWISS), FRENCH, HUNGARIAN,
ITALIAN, JAPANESE, KOREAN, RUSSIAN, SPANISH, SWEDISH,
and TRADITIONAL CHINESE.
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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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 available one.
The selection of computers to be available for skip mode switching is
made with the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see
page 31).
When you are in skip mode:
press [
] to switch to the previous computer in the list
press [
to switch to the next computer in the list
Note: When you skip, you only skip to the previous or next available
computer that is in the Scan–Skip mode selection (page 32).
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.
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.
To exit skip mode, press [Spacebar] or [Esc].
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.
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 hotkey), then click the
F6 field, or press [F6], to turn BRC mode off and the speaker symbol will
disappear.
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F7: AUTO SCAN
Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan mode. This function
allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular
intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the
trouble of switching yourself.
The selection of computers to be included for auto-scanning is made with
the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see page 32).
The amount of time that each port displays for is set with the Scan
Duration setting under the F3: SET function (see page 31). 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.
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 Invoking Auto Scan, page 41, for details.
To exit Auto Scan mode, press the [Spacebar] or [Esc].
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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], all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD
hotkey.
Note: 1. 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.
2. 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 hotkey
will bring up the main OSD screen.
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Chapter 5
Keyboard Port Operation
Hotkey Port Control
Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer
directly from the keyboard. The CL3108 / CL3116 provides the following
hotkey port control features:
Selecting the Active Port
Auto Scan Mode Switching
Skip Mode Switching
Computer Keyboard / Mouse Reset
The following settings can also be controlled in Hotkey mode:
Setting the Beeper
Setting the Quick Hotkey
Setting the OSD Hotkey
Setting the Port Operating System
Restoring the OSD Default Values
Invoke Hotkey Mode
All hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey mode.
1
There are two possible
keystroke sequences used to invoke Hotkey mode, though only one can be
operational at any given time:
Number Lock and Minus Keys
1. Hold down the Num Lock key;
2. Press and release the minus key;
3. Release the Num Lock key:
[Num Lock] + [-]
1. Make sure that the Hotkey Command Mode function is enabled and that you key in the
appropriate Hotkey. See page 32 for details.
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Control and F12 Keys
1. Hold down the Ctrl key;
2. Press and release the F12 key;
3. Release the Ctrl key:
[Ctrl] + [F12]
When Hotkey mode 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 hotkey information that you key in.
Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only hotkey
compliant keystrokes (described in the sections that follow), can be input.
Pressing [Esc] exits Hotkey mode.
Select the Active Port
Each KVM port is assigned a port ID (see Port ID Numbering, page 25). You
can directly access any computer on the installation with a hotkey combination
that specifies the port ID of the KVM port that a computer is connected to. To
access a computer using hotkeys:
1. Invoke hotkey mode 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 hotkey mode.
Note: In hotkey mode, 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 hotkey mode.
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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 Scan–Skip Mode on page 32 for
more information.
Invoking Auto Scan:
To start Auto Scan, key in the following Hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Press [A]. After you press A, then [Enter], you automatically exit hotkey
mode, and enter Auto Scan mode.
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. 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.
Note: Auto Scan duration could be adjusted via OSD menu.
3. To exit Auto Scan mode press [Esc] or [Spacebar]. Auto-scanning stops
when you exit Auto Scan mode.
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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. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Key in [Arrow]
Where [Arrow] refers to one of the arrow keys. After you press an
arrow, you automatically exit hotkey mode and enter Skip mode where
you can switch ports as follows:
Once you are in Skip mode, you can keep on skipping by pressing the
arrow keys. You don't have 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 in order to regain normal control of the
console.
3. To exit Skip mode, press [Esc] or [Spacebar].
Skips to the first accessible port. (See Scan/Skip Mode, page 32,
for information regarding accessible ports.)
Skips to the next accessible port.
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Computer 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
the keyboard and mouse on the target computer. To perform a computer
keyboard / mouse reset, key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Press [F5].
After you press [F5] you automatically exit Hotkey mode 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 Port Selection
Pushbutton / LEDs (8 for CL3108, 16 for CL3116), page 6.
Hotkey Beeper Control
The beeper (see Activate Beeper, page 34) can be hotkey toggled on and off.
To toggle the beeper, key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Press [B].
After you press [B], the beeper toggles on or off. The command line displays
Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second; then the message disappears and you
automatically exit hotkey mode.
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Quick Hotkey Control
The Quick Hotkey (see HOTKEY, page 32) can be toggled between
[Num Lock] + [-], and [Ctrl] + [F12]. To toggle the Quick Hotkey:
1. Invoke hotkey mode 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 Hotkey mode.
OSD Hotkey Control
The OSD Hotkey (see OSD HOTKEY, page 31) can be toggled between [Scroll
Lock], [Scroll Lock] and [Ctrl], [Ctrl]. To toggle the OSD Hotkey, key in the
following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode 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 Hotkey mode.
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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
hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode 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:
After pressing a function key you automatically exit Hotkey mode.
Set USB Speed
Users can use hotkeys to set the USB speed of the selected KVM port to low/
full speed to comply with the connected computers.
1. Invoke Hotkey mode (see Invoke Hotkey Mode on page 39).
2. Press [F11]
3. Key in [Function], where [Function] refers to one of the function keys in
the following table:
4. Press [Enter].
To set all KVM ports of the selected KVM station, add an [A] after the function
key: Under Hotkey mode, press [F11][L][A][Enter] or [F11][F][A][Enter].
Key Description
F1 Sets the Port OS to Windows
F2 Sets the Port OS to Mac
F3 Sets the Port OS to Sun
Key Description
L Set the KVM port to low speed USB
F Set the KVM port to full speed USB
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Restore Default Values
This administrator only hotkey restores the CL3108 / CL3116 default values.
See RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES, page 34. To restore the default values,
key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Press [R].
3. Press [Enter].
After you press [Enter], the command line displays RESET TO DEFAULT
SETTING for three seconds; then the message disappears and you
automatically exit Hotkey mode.
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Hotkey Summary Table
Invoke
HSM Hotkey Action
[Scroll] +
[Scroll]
[ScrollLock]
[ScrollLock]
Activate OSD mode.
Click [Esc] to close the OSD and go back to the normal
PC operation.
[Num
Lock] + [-]
or
[Ctrl] +
[F12]
[A] / [a] [Enter] Invokes Auto Scan mode. The KVM focus cycles from
port to port at 5-second intervals.
Auto Scan duration could be adjusted via OSD menu.
When Auto Scan mode is in effect, [P] or left-click pauses
auto-scanning.
When auto-scanning is paused, pressing any key or
another left-click resumes auto-scanning.
[Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer that corresponds to
that Port ID (CL3108: 01-08; CL3116: 01-16).
[B] Toggles the beeper on or off. (Default Setting is On)
[Esc] or [Spacebar] Exits hotkey mode or to quit the Setting Mode.
[F1] Set Windows keyboard emulation. (Default Setting)
[F2] Set Mac keyboard emulation.
[F3] Set Sun keyboard emulation.
[F5] Performs a keyboard / mouse reset on the target
computer.
[H] / [h] Toggles the Quick Hotkey invocation keys between [Ctrl]
+ [F12] and [Num Lock] + [-].
[R] / [r] [Enter] This administrator only hotkey restores the switch’s
default values. See RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES,
page 34.
[F11] [F] [Enter] Set the selected KVM port to full speed USB
[F11] [L] [Enter] Set the selected KVM port to low speed USB
[F11] [F] [A] [Enter] Set the selected KVM station to full speed USB
[F11] [L] [A] [Enter] Set the selected KVM station to low speed USB
[T] / [t] Toggles the OSD Hotkey between [Ctrl] [Ctrl] and [Scroll
Lock] [Scroll Lock].
[] Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the
first accessible port previous to it.
[] Invokes Skip mode and skips from the current port to the
next accessible port.
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Chapter 6
Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard
The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the
Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl),
then press and release the activation key.
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
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Sun Keyboard
The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the
Sun keyboard when the control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other
keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below.
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl),
then press and release the activation key.
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
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Chapter 7
The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction
The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility is to provide an
automated process for upgrading all CL3108 / CL3116 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.
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 our ATEN
website and choose 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.
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Preparation
To prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:
1. Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable provided with this unit to connect a COM
port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port of your CL3108 /
CL3116.
Note: Slide your firmware upgrade switch to Normal position for upgrade.
2. Shut down all the computers on the KVM installation.
3. From your KVM switch console, login to the OSD as the administrator
(see page 27) and select the F4 ADM function.
4. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to
invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see page 35)
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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 put up 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 didn't 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.
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Upgrade Succeeded
After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the
procedure was successful.
Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
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Upgrade Failed
If the firmware upgrade fails (Upgrade Succeeded screen does not appear), you
can recover the situation.
Possible reasons for firmware upgrade failure are:
When a firmware upgrade was manually aborted.
When the unit’s firmware becomes corrupted for some reason and you are
unable to operate it.
When a firmware upgrade procedure is interrupted.
When a firmware upgrade procedure fails.
To recover a failed firmware upgrade, do the following:
1. Power off the unit.
2. Connect the Firmware Upgrade Cable to its Firmware Upgrade Port.
3. Slide the Firmware Upgrade Switch to the Recover position.
4. Power the unit back on and repeat the upgrade procedure (see Starting the
Upgrade on page 53).
5. After the unit has been successfully upgraded, power it off, and slide the
Firmware Upgrade Switch back to the Normal position.
6. Power the unit back on again.
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Appendix
Safety Instructions
General
This product is for indoor use only.
Read all of these instructions. Save them 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 is provided with slots and openings to 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. Likewise, the device should not be
placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.
Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available,
consult your dealer or local power company.
The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V
phase-to-phase voltage.
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the
purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national
wiring codes.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the
power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.
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If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the
ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the
extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that 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, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or
un-interruptible power supply (UPS).
Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing
rests on any cables.
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 yourself. 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 those controls that are 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.
Avoid circuit overloads. Before connecting equipment to a circuit, know
the power supply’s limit and never exceed it. Always review the electrical
specifications of a circuit to ensure that you are not creating a dangerous
condition or that one doesn’t already exist. Circuit overloads can cause a
fire and destroy equipment.
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Rack Mounting
Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to
the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on
the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front
stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the
rack first.
Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from
the rack.
Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the
rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit
rating.
Make sure that all equipment used on the rack – including power strips and
other electrical connectors – is properly grounded.
Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.
Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment
does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the
equipment by the manufacturer
Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack.
Caution: Slide/rail (LCD KVM) mounted
equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work
space.
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Technical Support
International
For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation,
and software updates: http://support.aten.com
For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii:
North America
When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:
Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase.
Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level,
expansion cards, and software.
Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred.
The sequence of operations that led up to the error.
Any other information you feel may be of help.
Email Support support@aten-usa.com
Online
Technical
Support
Troubleshooting
Documentation
Software Updates
http://www.aten-usa.com/support
Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988
1-949-428-1111
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Specifications
Function CL3108NX CL3116NX
Computer
Connections
Direct 8 16
Max. 128 (via cascade) 256 (via cascade)
Port Selection OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton
Connectors KVM Ports 8 x SPHD-18 Female
(Yellow)
16 x SPHD-18 Female
(Yellow)
USB Port 1 x USB Type A Female
F/W Upgrade 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Jack Female (Black)
Power 1 x 3-prong AC Socket
Switches Rest 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
Power 1 x Rocker
Firmware Upgrade 1 x Slide
LCD Control 4 x Pushbutton
LCD On/Off 1 x Pushbutton
Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton 16 x Pushbutton
LEDs On Line 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
Selected 8 (Green) 16 (Green)
Power KVM 1 (Dark Green)
LCD 1 (Orange)
Lock Num 1 (Green)
Caps 1 (Green)
Scroll 1 (Green)
Emulation Keyboard / Mouse PS/2, USB
Video
Input Video Resolution
1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz
Panel Spec LCD Module 18.5” TFT-LCD
Resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz
Response Time 5 ms
Viewing Angle 170º (H), 160º (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.3 mm x 0.3 mm
Support Color 16.7M colors
Contrast Ratio 1000 : 1
Luminance 250 cd/m
2
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Note: 1. For some rack mount products, please note that the standard physical
dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format.
2. Body Dimensions exclude I/O ports, handles, and mounting brackets.
Scan Interval 1–255 Seconds
Maximum Input Power Rating AC 100-240V; 50-60 Hz; 1 A
Power Consumption AC
110V:14.1W:70BTU
AC
220V:14.9W:74BTU
Environment Operating Temp. 0–40ºC
Storage Temp -20–60ºC
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical
Properties
Housing Metal + Plastic
Weight 10.5 kg 10.6 kg
Body Dimensions
(L x W x H)
48.06 x 63.17 x 4.28 cm
(18.92 x 24.87 x 1.69 in.)
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
44.92 x 58.4 x 4.28 cm
(17.69 x 23 x 1.69 in.)
Function CL3108NX CL3116NX
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Connection Tables
The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of switches
and the maximum number of computers that they can control.
CL3108 to Compatible 8-Port Switches
CL3108 to Compatible 16-Port Switches
CL3116 to Compatible 8-Port Switches
CL3116 to Compatible 16-Port Switches
Switches Computers Switches Computers Switches Computers
1 8 429750
215536857
322643964
Switches Computers Switches Computers Switches Computers
1 8 453798
2 23 5 68 8 113
3 38 6 83 9 128
Switches Computers Switches Computers Switches Computers
1 16 7 58 13 100
2 23 8 65 14 107
3 30 9 72 15 114
4 37 10 79 16 121
5 44 11 86 17 128
6511293– –
Switches Computers Switches Computers Switches Computers
1 16 7 106 13 196
2 31 8 121 14 211
3 46 9 136 15 226
4 61 10 151 16 241
5 76 11 166 17 256
6 91 12 181 – –
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Supported KVM Switches
The table below lists KVM switches that are compatible with the CL3108 /
CL3116 and the type of expansion that they use. (KVM switches listed below
are sold separately. Contact your dealer for details.)
Expansion Type Brand Model Name
Cascade ATEN CS1308 8 Port USB / PS/2 KVM Switch
CS1316 16 Port USB / PS/2 KVM Switch
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OSD Factory Default Settings
The factory default settings are as follows:
Setting Default
OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner
Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds
Port ID Display Mode Port Number plus Port Name
Scan Duration 5 Seconds
Scan-Skip Mode All
Screen Blanker 0 (Disabled)
Logout Timeout 0 (Disabled)
Beeper Y (Activated)
Accessible Ports F (Full) For all Users on all Ports
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About SPHD Connectors
This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or
Console ports. We have specifically modified the shape of these
connectors so that only KVM cables that we have designed to
work with this product can be connected.
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Troubleshooting
Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving
them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely
in their sockets.
In addition, updating the product’s firmware may solve problems that have
been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released. If your
product is not running the latest firmware version, we strongly recommend that
you upgrade. See The Firmware Upgrade Utility, page 51, for upgrade details.
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Erratic behavior. Unit not receiving
enough power.
Check that the power adapter that was
supplied with the unit is plugged in
and functioning properly.
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Limited Warranty
ATEN warrants its hardware in the country of purchase against flaws in
materials and workmanship for a Warranty Period of two [2] years (warranty
period may vary in certain regions/countries) commencing on the date of
original purchase. This warranty period includes the LCD panel of ATEN LCD
KVM switches. Select products are warranted for an additional year (see A+
Warranty for further details). Cables and accessories are not covered by the
Standard Warranty.
What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty
ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty
Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option
to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the
entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills
the same function as the defective product. Replaced products assume the
warranty of the original product for the remaining period or a period of 90 days,
whichever is longer. When the products or components are replaced, the
replacing articles shall become customer property and the replaced articles
shall become the property of ATEN.
To learn more about our warranty policies, please visit our website:
http://www.aten.com/global/en/legal/policies/warranty-policy/