HP (Hewlett-Packard) 531671-001 Switch User Manual


 
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NOTE: Changes made in the Name Modify dialog box are not saved until you click OK in the
Names dialog box.
Managing console switch tasks using the OSD
You can manage the HP KVM Server Console Switch G2 system from the Commands dialog box
("Accessing the Commands dialog box" on page 38) with the OSD, including:
Engaging Scan mode ("Activating Scan mode" on page 28) and Broadcast mode
Managing user connections
Running diagnostics
Updating your firmware
Feature Purpose
Broadcast Enable Begins broadcasting to your servers. Configures a server list for broadcasting under
the Setup dialog box.
Scan Enable Begins scanning your servers. Sets up a list for scanning in the Setup dialog box.
IA Status Upgrades multiple interface adapters simultaneously.
Display Versions Displays version information for the console switch, and firmware information for
individual interface adapters. Enables you to upgrade individual interface adapter
firmware.
Run Diagnostics Validates the integrity of your system, including memory, firmware CRC,
communication interfaces, switch controllers, local and remote video, and interface
adapters.
Device Reset Resets local console PS2 devices
Log Out Logs you out of the OSD. If password protection is enabled, you must enter the
screen saver password to continue logging out of the OSD.