Table of Contents
- CL6708MW
- EMC Information
- RoHS
- User Information
- Package Contents
- Contents
- About this Manual
- Conventions
- Product Information
- 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 CL6708MW 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
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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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International 886-2-8692-6959
China 86-400-810-0-810
Japan 81-3-5615-5811
Korea 82-2-467-6789
North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988
1-949-428-1111
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Package Contents
The basic CL6708MW package consists of:
1 CL6708MW Single Rail 8-Port DVI FHD LCD KVM Switch with
Standard Rack Mount Kit
1 Custom USB DVI KVM Cable Set
1 Power Cord
1 Firmware Upgrade Cable
1 User Instructions*
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.
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.
*Changes may have been made to the manual since it was published. Please
visit our web site to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.
© Copyright 2019 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
F/W Version: V1.0.081
Manual Date: 2019-04-30
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
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
External Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Standard Rack Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Single Level Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cabling Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Multi-Level Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 3.
Basic Operation
Opening the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Closing the Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Powering Off and Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
LCD OSD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The LCD Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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LCD Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Manual Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Chapter 4.
OSD Operation
OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OSD Login. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OSD Hotkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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: SCAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
F8: LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Chapter 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
Port OS Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Set USB Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Restore Default Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Hotkey Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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Chapter 6.
Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Chapter 7.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Starting the Upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Firmware Upgrade Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Consignes de sécurité. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Général . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Montage sur bâti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Connection Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
CL6708MW to Compatible 8-Port Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Supported KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
OSD Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Optional Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Standard - Long . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Easy Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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About this Manual
This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL6708MW
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 CL6708MW 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 CL6708MW.
Chapter 4, OSD Operation, provides a complete description of the
CL6708MW 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 CL6708MW 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 CL6708MW firmware with the latest available versions.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CL6708MW.
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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 CL6708MW Single Rail 8-Port DVI FHD LCD KVM Switch features an
integrated 17.3" LED-backlit LCD panel allowing access to and control of up
to 8 computers. As many as 8 additional switches can be cascaded bringing the
total number of connected computers to 64. Additionally, the CL6708MW
features a compact design that allows installation in a 1U system rack and
includes ports for a second KVM console (keyboard, mouse, speakers and DVI
monitor) on the rear panel.
Setup is fast and easy - plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is
needed. The switch supports DVI and USB connections for the external
console and computers. The CL6708MW also intercepts keyboard input
directly, eliminating the need to configure software. Switching between
computers is easily accomplished by pressing front panel pushbuttons, entering
hotkeys or via a menu-driven on-screen display (OSD).
The CL6708MW incorporates the YUV video format for greater compatibility
with high-definition signals from source devices. Similarly, the CL6708MW is
HDCP-compatible, making it effective for use with content-protected media in
corporate, educational and commercial settings. To further enhance usability,
ATEN’s LED illumination light brightens the keyboard and touchpad for easy
viewing in low-light conditions.
As a complete KVM solution, the CL6708MW offers an integrated 17.3"
widescreen LCD panel with keyboard and mouse console, management of 8
computers from a single console (or up to 64 computers when cascaded with
additional switches), YUV video format and HDCP support and additional
ports for an external console (keyboard, monitor, mouse) connection.
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Features
Integrated KVM switch with a 17.3” Widescreen DVI Full HD LCD
monitor
Single rail housing with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in
a 1U high system rack
Controls eight Single Link DVI computers
Supports an external console with DVI video port
Exclusive LED illumination light – designed by ATEN to illuminate the
keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in low-light conditions
KVM Port extendable via one level cascade (CS1768)
Computer selection via front panel 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
Supports YUV video format for greater compatibility
DVI monitor support – fully compliant with the DVI specifications
Video DynaSync™ – exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up
display problems and optimizes responsiveness when switching between
ports*
HDCP-compatible
Superior video quality – 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz; DDC, DDC2, DDC2B
Compatible with most ATEN DVI KVM Switches
Adjustable depth to fit within the rack
Audio support for connecting speakers
Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
Multiplatform support – Windows, Linux, Mac, Sun
Console lock – enables the console drawer to remain securely locked away
in position when not in use
DDC emulation – video settings of attached computers are automatically
adjusted for optimal output to the monitor
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Console mouse port emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse
drivers
Standard rack mount kit included – optional Easy Rack Mounting (single
person installation) rack mount kit available (requires separate purchase)
Firmware upgradable
Mac/Sun keyboard support and emulation*
Multilingual OSD supports English, German, Japanese, Traditional
Chinese and Simplified Chinese
Standard 105-key keyboard; Sun keyboard emulation
Keyboard Language support: English (US); English (UK); German;
German (Swiss); French; Spanish; Traditional Chinese; Japanese; Korean;
Swedish; Italian; Russian; Hungarian and Greek
Note: 1. Video DynaSync
TM
only works in conjunction with digital video
sources.
2. PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac/Sun keyboards; Mac/Sun
keyboard work only with their own computers
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Requirements
External Console
The following hardware components are required for the external console:
A DVI-I monitor capable of displaying the highest resolution provided by
any computer in the installation.
A USB keyboard and mouse.
Computers
The following equipment must be installed on each computer:
A DVI-I video graphics card.
Note: The integrated 17.3” LCD monitor's maximum resolution is
1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz. Make sure that none of the computer
resolution settings exceed the LCD monitor's maximum resolution.
At least one USB port.
Direct support Sun USB systems; or, for Sun legacy systems, an ATEN
CV130A Sun Console Converter.
Cables
Substandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall
performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we
strongly recommend that you use the high quality sets described below:
*Contact your KVM dealer for ordering information.
Function Length Part Number*
USB DVI-D Single Link KVM
cable
1.8 m
3.0 m
5.0 m
2L-7D02U
2L-7D03U
2L-7D05U
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Operating Systems
Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below:
OS Version
Windows 2000 and higher
Linux RedHat 9.0 and higher
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Components
Front View
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No. Component Description
1Upper Handle Pull to slide the LCD module out; push to slide it in.
See Opening the Console, page 19, for details on sliding the
console in and out.
2Module Release
Catches
In order to slide the console out, you must first release it by
sliding these catches to the inside.
3LCD Module After sliding the LCD module out, flip up the cover to access
the LCD display.
4LCD Controls The buttons to control the position and picture settings of the
LCD display are located here. See page 23 for details.
5LED Illumination
Light
Press the Exit/Light pushbutton for two seconds to turn the
LED light ON or Off. (Default: On)
6Keyboard Module Standard 105-key keyboard.
7Touchpad Standard mouse touchpad.
8USB Port The USB port is available to connect a USB peripheral
device (flash drive, CD-ROM drive, etc.) to the console, or a
USB mouse for users who prefer to use an external mouse.
9Power LED Lights (green) to indicate that the unit is receiving power.
10 Rack Mounting
Tabs
Rack mounting tabs are located at each corner of the unit.
See Standard Rack Mounting, page 10, for details.
11 Lock LEDs The Num Lock, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock LEDs are located
here.
12 Reset Switch Located to the right of the Lock LEDs. Press this recessed
switch in with a thin object to perform a system reset.
13 Port LEDs / Port
Switches
An orange ONLINE 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.
Press the port pushbuttons to bring the KVM focus to the
computer attached to the corresponding port.
14 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 Firmware Upgrade Recovery, page 56, for details.
15 Firmware
Upgrade Port
The firmware upgrade cable that transfers the firmware
upgrade data from the administrator’s computer plugs into
this RJ-11 connector.
16 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.
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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 is a standard rocker switch that powers the CL6708MW
on and off.
3 External
Console Section
For flexibility and convenience, the CL6708MW supports an
independent, external, KVM console. The external console's
USB keyboard and mouse, DVI, VGA, or HDMI monitor, and
audio cables plug in here.
4 KVM Port
Section
The custom KVM cable supplied with the package for linking
the CL6708MW to a computer or switch plugs in here.
5 Grounding
Terminal
The grounding wire (used to ground the unit) attaches here.
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Overview
The CL6708MW is a switch designed to work with USB 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.
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Standard Rack Mounting
A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL6708MW and can be
mounted in 1U of rack space. 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: 1. It takes two people to mount the switch: one to hold it in place, the
other to screw it in.
2. The standard rack mounting kit does not include screws or cage nuts.
If you need additional screws or cage nuts, contact your rack dealer.
3. 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.
4. Optional mounting kits – including single person Easy In stallation
kits – are available with a separate purchase. See Optional Rack
Mounting, page 69 for details.
Side Mountng
Brackets
L Brackets
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To rack mount the CL6708MW, do the following:
1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the
second person loosely screws the front brackets to the rack.
2. While the first person still holds the switch in place, the second person
slides the L brackets into the switch's side mounting brackets, from the
rear until the bracket flanges contact the rack, then screws the L brackets
to the rack.
3. After the L brackets have been secured, tighten the front bracket screws.
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Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded. Use a grounding wire to ground the CL6708MW by
connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of
the wire to a suitable grounded object.
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Single Level Installation
In a single level installation, there are no additional switches cascaded from the
first unit. The numbers in the diagram on page 14 correspond to the numbered
steps below (see page 15 for step 2). To set up a single level installation do the
following:
1. Ground the CL6708MW by connecting one end of a grounding wire to the
grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded
object.
Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to
the unit from surges or static electricity.
2. If you choose to connect an external console to the CL6708MW, connect
the keyboard, monitor and mouse to their respective ports in the External
Console Section. See Console Cable Installation, page 15.
Note: 1. Connecting an external console is optional.
2. The CL6708MW only supports USB keyboards and mice.
3. For each of the computers you are installing, use a KVM cable set (listed
in Cables, page 4) to connect any available KVM port to a computer's
keyboard, video and mouse ports. See Cabling Diagrams, page 15.
4. Plug the power cord into the CL6708MW power socket and into a AC
power source.
After you have completed the installation procedures, power on the
CL6708MW (see Powering Of f and Restarting, page 22, for details). Once the
CL6708MW is powered on, power on the computers in the installation.
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Single Level Installation Diagram
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Cabling Diagrams
Console Cable Installation
KVM Cable Installation
DVI
USB
2
USB KVM Cable Connection
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Multi-Level Installation
To control even more computers, up to 8 additional switches can be cascaded
from the first CL6708MW (see Supported KVM Switches, page 67). As many as
64 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 67 in the
Appendix.
To set up a multi-level installation, do the following:
1. Ground the master CL6708MW 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 custom DVI KVM cable sets (described in the Cables section, page 4)
to connect any available KVM port on the either of the two switches to the
keyboard, video and mouse ports of the computers you are installing.
4. Repeat the steps above to cascade additional switches to the installation.
5. The Power On sequence requires that all Second Stage units be powered
on first. After the second stage units are on, power on the First Stage unit.
After the Second and First stage units have been powered on, the
computers can be powered on.
*The CL6708MW 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
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Chapter 3
Basic Operation
Opening the Console
The CL6708MW'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 pushing the catches on the
unit's front panel toward the center of the switch.
To slide the console module out, do the following:
1. Push the catches inward.
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2. Slide the module all the way out until it automatically locks in place.
3. Open the cover.
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 CL6708MW, do the following before
restarting it:
1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to the CL6708MW.
Note: Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard
Power On function. Otherwise, the CL6708MW will still receive
power from the computers.
2. Unplug the CL6708MW from its power source.
3. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the CL6708MW back in.
4. After the CL6708MW 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.
Pressing this button for two seconds turns the LED light ON or
OFF. (Default: ON)
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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 23
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.
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Hot Plugging
The CL6708MW 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 CL6708MW provides three port selection methods to access the
computers on the installation: Manual, OSD (on-screen display), and Hotkeys.
See Chapter 4, OSD Operatio n 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 CL6708MW 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 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 02–08 would refer
to a computer that is connected to KVM port 08 of a slave unit that links
back to KVM port 2 of the master unit.
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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.
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) as you like. If the password function has
been set, you must provide an appropriate administrator/user password in order
to access the OSD.
OSD Hotkey
You can display the OSD on the console monitor while also viewing the
display of any port on the CL6708MW by pressing the [Scroll Lock] key
twice.
Note: You can optionally change the OSD hotkey to the Ctrl key, in which
case you would press [Ctrl] twice (see OSD HOTKEY, page 31). With
this method, you must press the same [Ctrl] key.
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 N AMES , 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 QU ICK VIEW PO R T S, 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 QU ICK VIEW PO R T S, 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: SK P, 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 PO RT S, page 33);
QUICK VIEW - Only those ports which have been set accessible
and have been selected as quick view ports (see SET QUICK
VIEW PO RT S , 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
QUIC K 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.
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 68) 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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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 CL6708MW firmware (see page 51), 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),
FRENCH, GERMAN (GER.), GERMAN (SWISS), GREEK,
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.
SET
COMPUTER
VIDEO INPUT
Sets the video signal for each KVM port for the computers attached
to the CL6708MW.
Options are:
DVI-A
DVI-D
Setting Function
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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.
F7: 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 Aut o Scan mode.
While Auto S can 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 CL6708MW 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 Hotk ey Com mand 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 26). 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, 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 A uto 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 Au to Sca n mode in order
to regain normal control of the console.
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.
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 could use the hotkey to set USB speed of the selected KVM port as low/
full speed to compliant with the connected computers.
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination.
2. Press [F11][L]/[F11][F]
.
3. Press [Enter].
[L] Indicates the selected KVM port set as USB low speed.
[R] Indicates the selected KVM port set as USB full speed.
If users need to set all KVM ports of the selected KVM station, the hotkey
commands should be [F11][L][A], [Enter]/[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
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Restore Default Values
This administrator only hotkey restores the CL6708MW 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
[Num Lock]
+ [-]
or
[Ctrl] + [F12]
[PN] [Enter] Switches KVM, Audio and USB focus
directly to the computer that corresponds to
that port ID. (PN = port number)
[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]) Hotkey Settings
Mode invocation keys.
[T] Toggles the OSD Hotkey between [Ctrl]
[Ctrl] and [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock].
[F1] Set the port OS to Windows.
[F2] Set the port OS to Mac.
[F3] Set the port OS to Sun.
[F5] Performs a keyboard / mouse reset on the
target computer.
[B] Enables / Disables the buzzer.
[R] [Enter] Resets hotkey settings to their default
values. See RESTORE DEFAULT
VALUES, page 34.
[D] Invokes Video DynaSync™, ATEN’s
exclusive technology that eliminates boot-
up display problems and optimizes
resolution when switching between ports.
[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 Hotkey Settings Mode.
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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 CL6708MW 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
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 Firmwar e Upgrade Cable provided with this 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, log into 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 Upg rade 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 Vers ion, 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.
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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.
Upgrade Failed
If the Upgrade Succeeded screen does not appear, it means that the upgrade
failed to complete successfully. See the next section, Firmware Upgrade
Recovery, for how to proceed.
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Firmware Upgrade Recovery
There are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery:
When a firmware upgrade is manually aborted.
When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails.
When the I/O firmware upgrade fails.
To perform a firmware upgrade recovery, do the following:
1. Power off the switch.
2. Connect the Firmware Upgrade Cable to its Firmware Upgrad e 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.
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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.
Do not connect the RJ-11 connector marked “UPGRADE” to a public
telecommunication network.
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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.
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Consignes de sécurité
Général
Ce produit est destiné exclusivement à une utilisation à l’intérieur.
Veuillez lire la totalité de ces instructions. Conservez-les afin de pouvoir
vous y référer ultérieurement.
Respectez l’ensemble des avertissements et instructions inscrits sur
l’appareil.
Ne placez jamais l’unité sur une surface instable (chariot, pied, table, etc.).
Si l’unité venait à tomber, elle serait gravement endommagée.
N’utilisez pas l’unité à proximité de l’eau.
Ne placez pas l’unité à proximité de ou sur des radiateurs ou bouches de
chaleur.
Le boîtier de l’unité est doté de fentes et d’ouvertures destinées à assurer
une ventilation adéquate. Pour garantir un fonctionnement fiable et
protéger l’unité contre les surchauffes, ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais
être bloquées ou couvertes.
L’unité ne doit jamais être placée sur une surface molle (lit, canapé, tapis,
etc.) car ses ouvertures de ventilation se trouveraient bloquées. De même,
l’unité ne doit pas être placée dans un meuble fermé à moins qu'une
ventilation adaptée ne soit assurée.
Ne renversez jamais de liquides de quelque sorte que ce soit sur l’unité.
Débranchez l’unité de la prise murale avant de la nettoyer. N’utilisez pas
de produits de nettoyage liquide ou sous forme d’aérosol. Utilisez un
chiffon humide pour le nettoyage de l’unité.
L’appareil doit être alimenté par le type de source indiqué sur l’étiquette.
Si vous n’êtes pas sûr du type d’alimentation disponible, consultez votre
revendeur ou le fournisseur local d’électricité.
Afin de ne pas endommager votre installation, vérifiez que tous les
périphériques sont correctement mis à la terre.
L’unité est équipée d’une fiche de terre à trois fils. Il s’agit d’une fonction
de sécurité. Si vous ne parvenez pas à insérer la fiche dans la prise murale,
contactez votre électricité afin qu’il remplace cette dernière qui doit être
obsolète. N’essayez pas d’aller à l’encontre de l’objectif de la fiche de
terre. Respectez toujours les codes de câblage en vigueur dans votre
région/pays.
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L’équipement doit être installé à proximité de la prise murale et le
dispositif de déconnexion (prise de courant femelle) doit être facile
d’accès.
La prise murale doit être installée à proximité de l’équipement et doit être
facile d’accès.
Veillez à ce que rien ne repose sur le cordon d’alimentation ou les câbles.
Acheminez le cordon d’alimentation et les câbles de sorte que personne ne
puisse marcher ou trébucher dessus.
En cas d’utilisation d’une rallonge avec cette unité, assurez-vous que le
total des ampérages de tous les produits utilisés sur cette rallonge ne
dépasse pas l’ampérage nominal de cette dernière. Assurez-vous que le
total des ampérages de tous les produits branchés sur la prise murale ne
dépasse pas 15 ampères.
Pour contribuer à protéger votre système contre les augmentations et
diminutions soudaines et transitoires de puissance électrique, utilisez un
parasurtenseur, un filtre de ligne ou un système d’alimentation sans
coupure (UPS).
Placez les câbles du système et les câbles d’alimentation avec précaution ;
veillez à ce que rien ne repose sur aucun des câbles.
Lors du branchement ou du débranchement à des blocs d’alimentation
permettant la connexion à chaud, veuillez respecter les lignes directrices
suivantes:
Installez le bloc d’alimentation avant de brancher le câble d’alimentation à
celui-ci.
Débranchez le câble d’alimentation avant de retirer le bloc d'alimentation.
Si le système présente plusieurs sources d’alimentation, déconnectez le
système de l'alimentation en débranchant tous les câbles d'alimentation des
blocs d'alimentation.
N’insérez jamais d’objets de quelque sorte que ce soit dans ou à travers les
fentes du boîtier. Ils pourraient entrer en contact avec des points de tension
dangereuse ou court-circuiter des pièces, entraînant ainsi un risque
d’incendie ou de choc électrique.
N’essayez pas de réparer l’unité vous-même. Confiez toute opération de
réparation à du personnel qualifié.
Si les conditions suivantes se produisent, débranchez l’unité de la prise
murale et amenez-la à un technicien qualifié pour la faire réparer:
Le cordon d’alimentation ou la fiche ont été endommagés ou éraillés.
Du liquide a été renversé dans l’unité.
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L’unité a été exposée à la pluie ou à l’eau.
L’unité est tombée ou le boîtier a été endommagé.
Les performances de l’unité sont visiblement altérées, ce qui indique la
nécessité d’une réparation.
L’unité ne fonctionne pas normalement bien que les instructions
d’utilisation soient respectées.
N’utilisez que les commandes qui sont abordées dans le mode d’emploi.
Le réglage incorrect d’autres commandes peut être à l’origine de
dommages qui nécessiteront beaucoup de travail pour qu’un technicien
qualifié puisse réparer l’unité.
Ne connectez pas le connecteur RJ-11 portant la marque « Sensor »
(Capteur) à un réseau de télécommunication public.
Montage sur bâti
Avant de travailler sur le bâti, assurez-vous que les stabilisateurs sont bien
fixées sur le bâti, qu’ils sont étendus au sol et que tout le poids du bâti
repose sur le sol. Installez les stabilisateurs avant et latéraux sur un même
bâti ou bien les stabilisateurs avant si plusieurs bâtis sont réunis, avant de
travailler sur le bâti.
Chargez toujours le bâti de bas en haut et chargez l’élément le plus lourd
en premier.
Assurez-vous que le bâti est à niveau et qu’il est stable avant de sortir une
unité du bâti.
Agissez avec précaution lorsque vous appuyez sur les loquets de libération
du rail d’unité et lorsque vous faites coulisser une unité dans et hors d’un
bâti ; vous pourriez vous pincer les doigts dans les rails.
Une fois qu’une unité a été insérée dans le bâti, étendez avec précaution le
rail dans une position de verrouillage puis faites glisser l’unité dans le bâti.
Ne surchargez pas le circuit de l’alimentation CA qui alimente le bâti. La
charge totale du bâti ne doit pas dépasser 80 % de la capacité du circuit.
Assurez-vous que tous les équipements utilisés sur le bâti, y-compris les
multiprises et autres connecteurs électriques, sont correctement mis à la
terre.
Assurez-vous que les unités présentes dans le bâti bénéficie d’une
circulation d’air suffisante.
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Assurez-vous que la température ambiante de fonctionnement de
l’environnement du bâti ne dépasse pas la température ambiante maximale
spécifiée pour l’équipement par le fabricant.
Ne marchez sur aucun appareil lors de la maintenance d’autres appareils
d’un bâti.
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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 CL6708MW
Computer
Connections
Direct 8
Max. 64
Console Selection OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton
Connectors KVM
Ports
KB / Mouse
8 x USB Type B Female
Monitor
8 x DVI-I Female
Speaker
8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)
External
Console
KB
1 x USB Type A Female
Mouse
1 x USB Type A Female
Monitor
DVI-I F
Speaker
1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)
External Mouse /
Peripheral
1 x USB Type-A Female
Firmware Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female
Power 1 x 3-prong AC Socket
LEDs Online 8 (Orange)
Selected 8 (Green)
Power KVM 1 (Dark Green)
LCD 1 (Orange)
Lock Num 1 (Green)
Caps 1 (Green)
Scroll 1 (Green)
Switches KVM Reset 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
Firmware Upgrade 1 x Slide
Power Switch 1 x Rocker
LCD Controls 4 x Pushbutton
LCD Power 1 x Pushbutton
Port 8 x Pushbutton
Emulation Keyboard / Mouse USB
Video 1920x1080 @ 60Hz ; DDC2B
I/P Rating 100-240VAC
Power Consumption TBD
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Environment Operating Temp. 0–40ºC
Storage Temp. -20–60ºC
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical
Properties
Housing Metal
Weight TBD
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
TBD
Function CL6708MW
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Connection Table
The following table indicates the relationship between the number of units and
the number of computers that they control on a cascaded installation.
CL6708MW to Compatible 8-Port Switches
Supported KVM Switches
The table below lists the KVM switch that is compatible with the CL6708MW
and the type of expansion that it uses. The switch listed below is sold
separately. Contact your dealer for details.
Number of Switches Computers
11-8
29–16
317–24
425–32
533–40
641–48
749–56
857–64
Expansion Type Brand Model Name
Cascade ATEN CS1768 8-Port USB DVI 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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Optional Rack Mounting
For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available:
A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 70.0–105.0 cm racks;
A short bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 57.0–70.0 cm racks;
A long bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 68.0–105.0 cm racks.
Standard - Long
To install the long bracket standard rack mount kit, simply replace the short L
brackets on the standard rack mount kit with the long ones, and mount the
switch according to the instructions given for Standard Rack Mounting,
page 10.
Easy Installation
With an Easy-Installation, kit, one person can mount the switch. To install the
Easy-Installation kit, do the following:
1. Remove the standard L brackets, and the side mounting brackets from both
sides of the switch.
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2. Attach the left and right easy-installation mounting rails to the inside of
the rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside.
a) Screw the front flanges to the rack first.
b) Slide the bars with the rear flanges toward the rack until the flanges
make contact with the rack, then screw the rear flanges to the rack.
(Continues on next page.)
Front Flang
Slide bar
Rear Flang
Rear Attachment
Support Flang
Sliding Bracket
Left Rail
Right Rail
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(Continued from previous page.)
3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with
this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack
(only tighten the screws part way).
4. Slide the rear attachment sliding brackets along the slide bars until they
contact the rear of the switch, then use the screws supplied with this
package to attach the bars to the rear of the switch (tighten the screws all
the way).
Phillips I Head
M4L6
Phillips I Head
M4L6
Phillips I Head
M4L6
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5. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is
properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See p. 19 for opening and
closing procedures.)
6. After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating
correctly, finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front
attachment screws inserted in step 3.
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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.
There are ghost
images on the
external monitor.
The distance between
the external console
and the CL6700MW is
too great.
The maximum DVI cable distance
should not exceed 20m and, in some
cases, may need to be shorter.
Replace the DVI cable with one of an
appropriately short length.
Some characters I
enter from the
keyboard do not
display correctly.
The keyboard layout
setting for the port
does not match the
keyboard you are
using.
On your switch, change the keyboard
layout setting for the port to match the
layout of the keyboard you are using.
I can’t use the special
keys on the Sun
external keyboard to
control Sun
computers.
Incorrect keyboard
emulation.
Use Sun keyboard emulation
keystrokes (page 50) to achieve all
Sun keyboard functions.
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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/
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Index
A
Activate Beeper, 34
ADM, 33
Auto Scanning, 37
Invoking Auto Scan, 41
Pausing Auto Scan, 41
Scan Duration, 31
Stopping, 41
B
Beeper
Activate, 34
Control, 43
Hotkey Control, 43, 44
BRC, 36
Broadcast Mode, 36
C
CL5708 / CL5716
AC Power Rear view, 8
Front view, 6
Clear the Name List, 34
Closing the console, 20
Components, 6
Connection Tables, 65
Console
Closing, 20
Opening, 19
console cable installation, 15
D
Daisy chain connection tables, 65
desktop mounting, 10
E
Easy installation rack mounting, 67
Edit Port Names, 34
F
F1: GOTO, 30
F2: LIST, 30
F3: SET, 31
F4: ADM, 33
F5: SKP, 36
F6: BRC, 36
F7: SCAN, 37
F8: LOUT, 38
factory default settings, 66
Firmware upgrade
OSD setting, 35
port, 50
recovery, 54
Front View, 6
G
GOTO, 30
Grounding, 12
H
Hardware requirements
cables, 4
computers, 4
external console, 4
Hot Plugging
KVM ports, 25
Hotkey
Beeper Control, 43, 44
Command Mode, 32
OSD, 31
Selecting the Active Port, 40
Summary Table, 46
Hotkey Mode
exiting, 40
invoking, 39
Hotkey Port Control, 39
I
Installation
single level, 13
two level, 16
Invoking Hotkey Mode, 39
K
Keyboard Emulation
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Mac, 47
Sun, 48
L
LCD
Adjustment settings, 24
LIST, 30
Logout, 38
Logout Timeout, 34
LOUT, 38
M
mounting
rack, 10
O
Online
Registration, iii
Opening the console, 19
Operating precautions, 21
Optional rack mounting, 67
OSD
factory default settings, 66
Functions, 29
Hotkey, 27, 31
Logout, 38
Main Screen, 27, 28
Main Screen Headings, 28
Navigation, 29
Overview, 27
Password, 27
P
Password, 27
Pause, 37
Port ID
Display Duration, 31
Display Mode, 31
Display Position, 31
Numbering, 26
Port Names, 34
Port Selection, 25
Manual, 25
ports
quick view, 35
set operating system, 35
Powering Off, 22
Q
quick view ports, 35
R
Rack mounting
Easy installation, 67
Optional, 67
rack mounting, 10
safety information, 57
Rear View
AC power, 8
Requirements
Operating systems, 4
OS Support, 5
Reset Switch, 7
Restarting, 22
Restore Default Values, 34
RoHS, ii
S
safety instructions
general, 55
rack mounting, 57
SCAN, 37
Scan Duration, 31
SCAN/SKIP MODE, 32
Screen Blanker, 32
Selecting the Active Port, 40
SET, 31
Accessible Ports, 33
Logout Timeout, 34
Quick View Ports, 35
single level installation, 13
Skip Mode, 36, 42
Specifications, 63
stacking, 10
