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- Page 1 ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch (SM27A17643) User Guide...
- Page 2 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925 Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, and ThinkSystem are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both.
- Page 3 In Lenovo products that require Rack Mounting, please follow these precautions: Operation temperature in a closed rack environment may be greater than room temperature. Do not exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of the appliances. See Specifications (on page 34) in User Guide.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch Product Overview..........................2 Product Features..........................2 Package Contents..........................3 Structure Diagrams.......................... 3 Front View ..........................4 Rear View ..........................4 ThinkSystem USB Conversion Cables for Analog KVM (SC17A30048).......... - Page 5 Contents Channel Scan..........................24 Video Adjustment..........................25 Viewing Firmware Version ......................26 Resetting to Factory Defaults......................26 More Channel Information ......................27 Active and Inactive Channels ....................27 Chapter 5 Two-Tier System Overview............................
- Page 6 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing Lenovo's ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch (model: SM27A17643). SM27A17643 switch is the most user-friendly 1U KVM switch for accessing 8 servers. If establishing a two-tier SM27A17643 KVM system, you can even access a maximum of 64 servers.
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Page 7: Chapter 2 Thinksystem Analog 1X8 Kvm Switch
Chapter 2 ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch A ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch is a KVM (keyboard/video/mouse) switch that enables you to control multiple servers from a single set of keyboard, mouse, and monitor. There is only one model, and its model name is SM27A17643. With the SM27A17643 switch, a user can access a maximum of 8 connected servers. -
Page 8: Package Contents
Chapter 2: ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch Total number of accessible servers can be increased up to 64 servers by cascading SM27A17643 switches Support the following keyboard, mouse, video and audio signals transmission Standard USB keyboards and mice ... -
Page 9: Front View
Chapter 2: ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch Front View Turn on after powering on the SM27A17643 switch. Power LED Turn off for "inactive" channels. Channel LEDs Turn on for "active" channels. The color is white, and will turn green when any channel is being accessed. -
Page 10: Thinksystem Usb Conversion Cables For Analog Kvm (Sc17A30048)
Connect a computer for upgrading the SM27A17643 switch's Firmware upgrade firmware. connector Note: Usually it is not needed to upgrade the firmware unless instructed by Lenovo. Connect servers. Channel ports Total of channels depends on your model. ThinkSystem USB Conversion Cables for Analog KVM (SC17A30048) One SC17A30048 cable is a combination of Computer Interface Module (CIM) and standard network patch cable. -
Page 11: Step 1: Attach The Cable-Support Bar
Chapter 2: ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch Step 1: Attach the Cable-Support Bar You can install the cable-support bar onto the rackmount brackets to bear all cables connected to the SM27A17643 switch. The proper position to attach this bar depends on the switch's front panel position in the rack. -
Page 12: Step 2: Rack Mount The Sm27A17643
Chapter 2: ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch Step 2: Rack Mount the SM27A17643 When rack-mounting the SM27A17643 switch, you can let it face either the front or the rear of the rack to meet your needs. To rack-mount the SM27A17643: 1. -
Page 13: Chapter 3 Quick Start
Chapter 3 Quick Start This section provides instructions on setting up a basic SM27A17643 KVM system and accessing connected servers. Rackmount For instructions on rack-mounting each product, see Procedure (on page 5). Major steps for setting up a basic system include: Basic Installation 1. -
Page 14: Step B: Connect Servers
Chapter 3: Quick Start 2. Connect a keyboard, mouse and monitor to the 'Console' connectors on the SM27A17643 switch. If using a VGA monitor, a DVI-I to VGA adapter is required. The headphone or speakers are optional. Step B: Connect Servers For documentation purpose, ThinkSystem USB conversion cables for Analog KVM are called "SC17A30048"... -
Page 15: Initial Osd Operation
1. Type the default user credentials and press Enter. User credentials are case sensitive. User Name: admin Default Password: lenovo 2. The Selection Menu displays, indicating the login is successful. Using the Channel Selection Menu To select a channel, see... -
Page 16: Accessing A Server
Chapter 3: Quick Start Important: It is strongly recommended to change the default password for the security of your SM27A17643 system. For details, User Management refer to " (on page 18)" in the User Guide. Accessing a Server After login, you can select any channel to view and/or control the connected server. -
Page 17: Logout
Chapter 3: Quick Start If you select a channel where a 2nd-tier switch is connected, the OSD Selection Menu of that switch displays for you to select its channels. Using Hot Keys You can switch between channels without triggering the OSD. The default hot key for the first procedure below is 'Scroll Lock,' but you can change the hot key. -
Page 18: Chapter 4 Using The On-Screen Display Interface
Chapter 4 Using the On-Screen Display Interface The On-Screen Display (OSD) interface offers these functions: Channel selection System configuration Channel scan In This Chapter OSD Layout....................13 Specifying Channel Names................17 User Management ..................18 System Settings ..................21 Channel Scan .....................24 Video Adjustment..................25 Viewing Firmware Version.................26 Resetting to Factory Defaults..............26... -
Page 19: Selection Menu
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface The ID number of your console. User Port 01 refers to Console 1. The fields for entering user credentials. User Name, Login For details, see (on page 10). Password Selection Menu In addition to the OSD menu's main layout, the Selection Menu provides additional elements, which are helpful for locating and selecting channels. - Page 20 Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Frequently-used keys for operating the current OSD. Operation keys The current page number and total pages. Page information 2nd-tier Selection Menu: After selecting any channel with a 2nd-tier SM27A17643 switch connected, the Selection Menu of that switch appears. Your 1st-tier SM27A17643 switch's model name.
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Page 21: Channel Id
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Channel ID Whenever you access a channel, a channel ID is displayed onscreen. By default, it displays for only 5 seconds. To extend the display time, see System Settings (on page 21). If you turn on the channel scan function, the channel IDs are also displayed to indicate the channel that is being scanned. -
Page 22: Specifying Channel Names
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Specifying Channel Names Default channel names for active channels are 'PC'. You have to assign unique channel names to identify each connected server. Note that channel names are stored on each connected SC17A30048 cable. -
Page 23: User Management
User Management The product provides one administrator and 127 user accounts. Administrator account: Default name: admin Default password: lenovo User accounts: Default names: user001 through user127 Default passwords are NOT available. You CANNOT remove the built-in administrator and user accounts, but you can change their passwords or rename any user accounts. - Page 24 Important: It is strongly recommended to change the admin password. Then note it down and keep it in a secure place. If you forget the password, contact the local dealer or Lenovo for RMA service. 1. In the New Password field, type the new password, and press Enter.
- Page 25 Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface To abort the changes, press Esc instead. To rename a user account and/or change the password: 1. To rename it, type the new name in the User Name field, and press Enter. The name can comprise up to 16 characters. ...
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Page 26: System Settings
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface System Settings You can adjust the SM27A17643 KVM system settings, such as changing the hot key or scan rate. Only the administrator has the permission to change system settings. To change system settings: admin Login 1. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Osd Position
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Field Options/values Function All, or PC ON This determines which servers will be scanned after activating the Scan Mode Channel Scan channel scan function. See (on page 24). : All channels are scanned. ... - Page 28 Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface 2. On the Selection Menu, press F1. The SETUP page displays. 3. Press to select the desired option in the Position field - Menu or ID. Menu : Main OSD pages, such as Selection Menu and the login screen.
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Page 29: Channel Scan
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface 5. Now move it to the position you prefer by pressing the arrow keys. 6. To confirm the new position, press Esc. Then the OSD returns to the SETUP page shown in step 2. 7. -
Page 30: Video Adjustment
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Generic channel ID 2nd-tier channel ID Video Adjustment You can adjust the following video properties of the channel that is being accessed. Brightness Contrast To adjust a channel's video: 1. -
Page 31: Viewing Firmware Version
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface Viewing Firmware Version You can check the current versions of OSD and USB driver implemented on the SM27A17643 switch. To view the current firmware version: 1. If the OSD is not displayed, press the hot key 3 times. ... -
Page 32: More Channel Information
Chapter 4: Using the On-Screen Display Interface To cancel instead, press Esc. 4. Wait until the Login screen re-appears, indicating the reset is completed. More Channel Information Active and inactive channels are determined with the power status of the connected SC17A30048 cable. -
Page 33: Chapter 5 Two-Tier System
Chapter 5 Two-Tier System You can connect multiple SM27A17643 KVM switches to organize a two-tier system, expanding the number of available channels. The number of connected servers can be expanded up to 64. In This Chapter Overview ....................28 Establishing a Two-Tier System ............... 29 Accessing or Exiting 2nd-Tier Channels........... -
Page 34: Establishing A Two-Tier System
Chapter 5: Two-Tier System SM27A17643 KVM switch as the base switch Keyboard, mouse, and monitor Establishing a Two-Tier System Major steps include: STEP (a): Connect the 2nd-tier switch(es) to the base switch STEP (b): Connect the keyboard, mouse, monitor and audio devices to the base switch ... - Page 35 Chapter 5: Two-Tier System c. Connect the RJ-45 end of the 2nd-tier's SC17A30048 cable to any channel port of the base switch. 3. Repeat the above step to connect more 2nd-tier switches to the base switch. 4. Turn on all "2nd-tier" switches. 5.
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Page 36: Step (B): Connect A Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor And Audio Device
Chapter 5: Two-Tier System Step (b): Connect a Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor and Audio Device You must connect one set of keyboard, mouse and monitor to the base switch. For details on connecting keyboards, mice, monitors and optional audio input devices, see Step A: Connect the Keyboard/Mouse/Monitor page 8). -
Page 37: Step (C): Connect Servers
Chapter 5: Two-Tier System Step (c): Connect Servers You can connect servers to any channel ports in the two-tier system, including those on the base and second-tier switches. Basic Installation For details on server connections, see (on page 8). Accessing or Exiting 2nd-Tier Channels The only method to access the 2nd-tier channels is the OSD's Selection Menu. - Page 38 Chapter 5: Two-Tier System If the desired 2nd-tier switch is not listed on the current page, press Page Down or Page Up. 3. Press Enter. The Selection Menu of the selected 2nd-tier switch appears, showing a list of 2nd-tier channels. ...
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Page 39: Appendix A Specifications
Appendix A Specifications Items SM27A17643 KVM switch Supported console users Channel ports (female RJ-45) Female USB-A ports (for keyboard/mouse) Female DVI-I ports (for video output) Female 3.5mm audio jack (for audio output) Female Micro USB (for firmware upgrade) Reset button (for power cycle) AC socket Power switch Channel LEDs (white, but turn green when... - Page 40 Appendix A: Specifications AC100-240V/1.5A, DC12V/5.42A Max. power input DC 12V/5.42A (65W) Power consumption 0 to 50°C Operating temperature -20°C to 60°C Storage temperature 0-80% RH , Non-condensing Humidity 440 x 150 x 44 mm Dimension (L x W x H) 1963 Weight (g) CE/FCC/VCCI/UL...
- Page 41 Appendix B Troubleshooting What is ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch? Lenovo’s ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch (SM27A17643) consolidates access and control of multiple servers with a single console. It features KVM ports for 8 servers and can be cascaded two levels to support up to 64 connections at distances up to 13 feet (4 meters).
- Page 42 USB hub function, such as Mac wired keyboard? ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch does not support USB keyboards with USB hub functions. What to do when I forget the administrator password? If you forget the password, contact the local dealer or Lenovo for RMA service.
- Page 44 Index A Q Accessing a Server • 11, 25 Quick Start • 8 Accessing or Exiting 2nd-Tier Channels • 32 R Active and Inactive Channels • 3, 4, 11, 22, 27 Adjusting the OSD Position • 22 Rackmount Procedure • 5, 8 Available Settings and Options •...
- Page 45 Index Using the Channel Selection Menu • 10, 11 Using the On-Screen Display Interface • 13 V Video Adjustment • 25 Viewing Firmware Version • 26...