Setting up your network, Keyboards, Rack mounting your remote console switch unit – Dell KVM 2321DS User Manual

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Installation

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• Front Access Panel
• Port Expansion Module (PEM)

NOTE:

A virtual media session cannot be opened to a server that is connected to a

PEM.

Setting Up Your Network

The Remote Console Switch system uses IP addresses to uniquely identify

the Remote Console Switch units and the computers running Remote

Console Switch Software. The Remote Console Switch supports DHCP and

static IP addressing. (If you are connecting your remote software to the

previous 2161DS, you will need to use BootP instead of DHCP).

NOTE:

For how to use the Remote Console Switch Software, see the Dell Remote

Console Switch Software User’s Guide or the help included with the software.

Keyboards

USB or PS/2 type keyboards may be connected to the Analog Port of the

Remote Console Switch.

NOTE:

The Remote Console Switch also supports the use of multiple keyboards

and multiple mice on the Analog Port. The use of more than one input device

simultaneously, however, may produce unpredictable results.

Rack Mounting Your Remote Console Switch Unit

Obtain a Switch Mounting Bracket Kit (0U or 1U) to rack-mount your

Remote Console Switch unit. Before installing the Remote Console Switch

and other components in the rack, stabilize the rack in a permanent location.

Start rack mounting your equipment at the bottom of the rack, then work to

the top. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of racks.

CAUTION:

Before installing systems in a rack, install front and side stabilizers on

stand-alone racks or the front stabilizer on racks joined to other racks. Failure to
install stabilizers accordingly before installing systems in a rack could cause the
rack to tip over, potentially resulting in bodily injury under certain circumstances.
Therefore, always install the stabilizer(s) before installing components in the
rack.

To install the 0U switch mounting bracket (shipped as default):

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