Installation; Pre-Configuration - Belkin OmniView F1DW116C Manuel De L'utilisateur

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OVERVIEW
Front View with Fascia Flipped Down (F1DW116C)
Flip-down front fascia
Back View of the KVM Switch (F1DW216C)
Console 1 Console 2 Video console
(on F1DW216C) ports VGA
Daisy-chain
port, In
PS/2 mouse
console port
PS/2 keyboard
console port
USB Console
ports, Type A
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Flash-upgrade port, Reset button
USB Type B
BANK selection
DIP switch
CAT5 connectors
Video compensation
switches
Daisy-chain
Power switch
port, Out
IEC power connector
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INSTALLATION

Pre-Configuration

The enclosure of the Switch is designed for desktop or rack-mount configuration. The
Switch is rack-mountable in standard 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount hardware is
included with these Switches for a sturdy rack installation. Anti-skid feet are
included for stable desktop configurations.
Consider the following when deciding where to place the Switch:
• Whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors
• The lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse
• The location of your computers in relation to your console
• The lengths of the cables you use to connect your computers to the Switch
• The placement of the daisy-chained BANKs in your server room, and the lengths
of the cables you use to connect the BANKs in your daisy-chain
Cable Length Recommendations
For PS/2 Computers
We recommend that PS/2 cable length be limited to 25 feet for best video
performance. Beyond that length, the probability of video degradation increases.
For USB Computers
We recommend that USB cable length be limited to 12 feet for best performance.
Installing the Switch into a Server Rack
The Switch includes mounting brackets ideal for installation in 19-inch racks.
Please consider the following before rack-mounting your Switch.
a) Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature – If installed in a closed or multiunit
rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be
greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing
the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer's maximum
rate ambient temperature.
b) Reduce Air Flow – Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that
the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not
compromised.
c) Mechanical Loading – Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such
that hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
d) Reliable Earthing – Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit.
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