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ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual2There is no better way to save time and money than with a Master View ACS1208A / ACS1216A installation. By allowing a

Chapter 1. Introduction3Features A Single Console Controls Up To 8 (ACS1208A) or 16 (ACS1216A) Computers Daisy-chain Up To 31 Additional Units – Con

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual4Hardware RequirementsConsole A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be usi

Chapter 1. Introduction5Front ViewNote: The ACS1216A is pictured above. The ACS1208A front panel is the same as that of the ACS1216A, except that it h

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual6Rear ViewNote: The ACS1216A is pictured above. The ACS1208A front panel is the same as that of the ACS1216A, except th

7Chapter 2Hardware SetupOverviewFor convenience and flexibility using a PS/2 interface, the ACS1208A / ACS1216A's design utilizes KVM adapter cab

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual8Rack MountingThe ACS1208A / ACS1216A can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience and flexibility, the mounting

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup9Single Stage InstallationIn a single stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy-chained down from the first

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual10Daisy-chained InstallationTo control even more computers, up to 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained down from

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup11Daisy-chained Installation Diagram

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual12Hot PluggingThe ACS1208A / ACS1216A supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the install

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup13Port ID NumberingEach KVM port on a ACS1208A / ACS1216A installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The Port ID is made up o

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15Chapter 3Hotkey OperationHotkey Port ControlHotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual16When Hotkey Mode is active: The Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so. They s

Chapter 3. Hotkey Operation17Auto ScanningAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active KVM ports that are accessible to the currently logged

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual18To resume Auto Scanning, press any key or Left Click. Scanning continues from where it left off. While Auto Scan mod

Chapter 3. Hotkey Operation19Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a partic

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual20Hotkey Beeper ControlThe Beeper (see Activate Beeper, page 29) can be Hotkey toggled On and Off. To toggle the Beeper

21Chapter 4OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All proce

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFo

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual22OSD Main ScreenWhen you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Ad

Chapter 4. OSD Operation23OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu, and deactivate OSD, Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window; or press [

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual24OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any por

Chapter 4. OSD Operation25F2 LIST:This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual26F3 SET:This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up his own working environment. A separate profile

Chapter 4. OSD Operation27(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionPORT ID DISPLAYMODE Selects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alo

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual28F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operati

Chapter 4. OSD Operation29(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is att

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual30(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the Administrator select which

Chapter 4. OSD Operation31F5 SKP:Clicking the F5 field or pressing [F5] invokes Skip (SKP) mode. This function enables you to easily skip backward or

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualivPackage ContentsThe ACS1208A / ACS1216A package consists of: 1 ACS1208A / ACS1216A KVM Switch withStandard Rack Moun

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual32F6 BRC:F6 is an Administrator only function. Clicking the F6 field, or pressing [F6], invokes Broadcast (BRC) mode. W

Chapter 4. OSD Operation33F7 SCAN:Clicking the F7 field or pressing [F7] invokes Auto Scan mode. This function allows you to automatically switch amon

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual34F8 LOUT:Clicking the F8 field, or pressing [F8] logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console

35Chapter 5The Firmware Upgrade UtilityPreparationTo prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:1. From a computer that is not part of your KV

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual36Starting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file, either by double cl

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility374. After you have made your device selection(s), click Next to perform the upgrade.If you enabled Check Firmw

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual38Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful:Cl

Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility39Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When

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41AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRo

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual42 To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppres

Appendix43Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual44Technical SupportTechnical support is available both by email and online (with a browser over the web):InternationalN

Appendix45SpecificationsFunction ACS1208A ACS1216AComputer ConnectionsDirect 8 16Max 256 (via daisy-chain) 512 (via daisy-chain)Port Selection OSD (On

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual46ACS1208A / ACS1216A Connection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of Master View

Appendix47OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual48Restoring Original Factory Default SettingsYou can restore the original factory default settings for the ACS1208A / A

Appendix49TroubleshootingOverviewOperation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual50About SPHD ConnectorsThis product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or Console ports. We have specifically modifie

51IndexAACS1208A / ACS1216AComputer Connection Table, 46Front View, 5Rear View, 6Activate Beeper, 29ADM, 28Administrator functions, 28Auto Scanning, 3

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualviChapter 4.OSD OperationOSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User Manual52IInstallationDaisy-chaining, 10overview, 7Single Stage, 9Invoking Hotkey Mode, 15KKVM adapter cables, 7LLIST, 25Logou

53TTechnical Support, 44Telephone support, iiiTimeout, 28UUser Notice, iiiUsername, 28

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualviiAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your ACS1208A / ACS1216A system. It cove

ACS1208A / ACS1216A User ManualviiiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products an

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe Master View ACS1208A / ACS1216A KVM Switches are control units that allow access to multiple computers from a single