B024DPU08 - Switch Tripp Lite - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	1U Rack-Mount DisplayPort/USB 3.0 KVM Switch
Available Models	B024-DPU08 (8 ports) and B024-DPU16 (16 ports)
Number of Ports	8 or 16 DisplayPort/USB/audio ports
Maximum Video Resolution	4K (DisplayPort 1.4)
Console Connectivity	2 DisplayPort ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, 1 HDMI port, front/rear audio jacks
Computer Connectivity	8 or 16 sets of DisplayPort + USB 3.0 + audio ports
USB Hub	2 front USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports
Power	External AC adapter (included)
Grounding	Grounding terminal (required)
Rack Mounting	Yes, 1U with included brackets
Switching Methods	Front panel buttons, OSD, hotkeys, RS-232
On-Screen Display (OSD)	Yes, activate by double-pressing Scroll Lock
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac, Sun/Linux
Mouse Emulation	Enable/disable via hotkeys
Auto Scan	Yes, adjustable interval (default 5 s)
Firmware Upgrade	Via dedicated front port
Warranty	1 year (limited)
Approximate Dimensions (W x D x H)	44 x 30 x 4.4 cm (1U standard)
Approximate Weight	2.5 kg
Included Accessories	2 DisplayPort cables, 2 USB 3.0 cables, 2 audio cables, firmware upgrade cable, AC adapter, mounting hardware

Frequently Asked Questions - B024DPU08 Tripp Lite

What cables are included with the KVM switch?

The switch comes with two DisplayPort 1.4 cables, two USB 3.0 cables, two audio cables, a firmware upgrade cable, and a power adapter.

How do I switch between connected computers?

You can switch via the front push buttons, the On-Screen Display (OSD) by double-pressing Scroll Lock, hotkeys (hold Num Lock + - then release), or via RS-232 commands.

Can I use an HDMI monitor with this switch?

Yes, the switch has HDMI ports on the console. The DisplayPort and HDMI ports display the same content when plugged in simultaneously.

How do I set up the OSD for the first time?

Double-press Scroll Lock to open the OSD. If no password is set, press Enter. For the administrator, use the username administrator and password password.

Is the switch compatible with Mac?

Yes, use the F2 hotkey in hotkey setting mode to configure the port for Mac, or set it via the OSD.

What should I do if the switch stops responding?

Use the KVM Reset button on the front to restart the device. Also ensure proper grounding.

Can I plug in a USB device like a flash drive?

Yes, plug it into one of the front USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These ports are shared among all connected computers.

How do I update the firmware?

Use the included firmware upgrade cable and connect it to the firmware upgrade port on the front. See the manual for the complete procedure.

What is the warranty for this product?

Tripp Lite offers a one-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. For repairs, obtain an RMA number before returning the product.

Does the switch support audio?

Yes, audio jacks are available on the front and rear. Speakers plugged into the front take priority over those on the rear.

USER MANUAL B024DPU08 Tripp Lite

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Package Contents

• 8- or 16-Port 4K DisplayPort/USB 3.0 KVM Switch
  • DisplayPort 1.4 Cables (x2)
• USB 3.0 Cables (x2)
• Audio Cables (x2)
• Firmware Upgrade Cable
• Foot Pads (x4)
• Power Adapter
• Mounting Hardware
• Quick Start Guide

Optional Accessories

• P580-Series DisplayPort Cables
• UR022-Series USB 2.0 Reversible A/B Cables
• P312-Series 3.5 mm Mini Stereo Audio Cables
• P783-0XX-DP DisplayPort/USB/Audio Custom KVM Cables Kits
• P134-000 DisplayPort to DVI Adapter

Product Features

B024-DPU08 Front View

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B024-DPU16 Front View

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1 Port Selection Buttons
2 Port LEDs
3 Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch
4 Audio Jack

5 Firmware Upgrade Port
6 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Peripheral Ports
7 Reset Button
8 Power LED

B024-DPU08 Rear View

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B024-DPU16 Rear View

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9 Grounding Terminal
10 Power Jack
11 Audio Jack

12 Console Ports
13 KVM Ports

Installation

Rack Mounting - Front

Note: Unless otherwise specified, rack screws mentioned in the following steps are user-supplied. If you need additional screws, contact your rack dealer.

1 Remove the screws, one each from the left and right sides near the front of the unit.

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2 Use the M3 x 6 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack-mounting kit to attach the rack mounting brackets to the sides near the front of the unit.

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3 Place the KVM switch in the rack. Position it so the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack. Secure the mounting brackets to the front of the rack.

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Installation

Single-Stage Installation

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To install the switch, refer to the installation diagram and perform the following steps:

1 Ground the B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 by connecting one end of a grounding wire to the Grounding Terminal and the other end to a suitable grounded object.

Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to the unit from power surges or static electricity.

2 Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB console ports from the console ports section located on the unit's rear panel.

3 Plug your DisplayPort and/or HDMI monitor(s) into the DisplayPort and/or HDMI console port(s) from the console ports section located on the unit's rear panel and power on the monitor(s).

Note: The B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 displays the same source content on both the DisplayPort and HDMI monitors when DisplayPort and HDMI console ports are plugged in simultaneously.

4 Plug your speakers into the audio jacks located on the unit's front and rear panel. Speakers plugged into the front panel have priority over those plugged into the rear panel.

5 Use the provided cable sets (DisplayPort cable, USB 3.0 cable and audio cable) with this package. Plug the DisplayPort connector into any available DisplayPort port in the KVM ports section of the switch (CPU 1, CPU 2, etc.), and then plug the USB 3.0 cable and audio cable into their corresponding ports.

Note: Verify that all the connectors are in the same KVM ports section (all in CPU 1, all in CPU 2, etc.).

6 Plug the other ends of the DisplayPort cable, USB 3.0 cable and audio cable into their respective ports on the computer. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for other PCs you are installing.

7 (Optional) Plug your USB peripherals into the USB Type-A ports in the USB 3.1 Gen 1 peripheral hub section located on the unit's front panel.

8 Plug the power adapter that came with your switch into an AC power source, then plug the power adapter cable into the switch's power jack. The B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 is now on.

9 Power on the computers.

Operation

The B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 provides four port selection methods to access the computers on the installation: Manual Switching, an On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system, Hotkeys, and RS-232 commands. For detailed information, please refer to the B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 Owner's Manual, available at tripplite.com/support/downloads.

Manual Switching

Use the front panel pushbuttons to manually switch to a port.

OSD (Port Switching)

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The on-screen display (OSD) is a mouse-and-keyboard enabled, menu-driven method to handle computer control and switching operations. All procedures start from the OSD main screen.

Default OSD Hotkey: Press the [Scroll Lock] key twice to display the OSD. If this is the first time the OSD is being run or if the password function has not been set, simply press [Enter].

To log in as an administrator, use default username and password: administrator / password. For more information, refer to the B024-DPU08 / B024-DPU16 Owner's Manual, available at tripplite.com/support/downloads.

Operation

Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM)

Hotkey Setting Mode is used to set functions on the switch. Follow the steps below to invoke HSM and perform a hotkey function.

1. Press and hold down the [Num Lock] key.
2. Press and release the [-] key.

3. Release the [Num Lock] key.

4. Press the hotkey to perform the desired function. Refer to the table below for the function.

HSM Summary Table

Key Function
[Port ID][Enter] Switches the KVM, audio and USB focus directly to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID (B024-DPU08: 1-8 / B024-DPU16: 1-16).
[Port ID][K][Enter] Switches the KVM and audio focus directly to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID (B024-DPU08: 1-8 / B024-DPU16: 1-16).
[Port ID][U][Enter] Switches only the USB focus directly to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID (B024-DPU08: 1-8 / B024-DPU16: 1-16).Note: This hotkey function works on single-stage installation only.
[A][Enter] Starts Auto	Scan. The KVM focus cycles from port to port at the default 5-second interval.
[F1] Sets the port OS	to Windows.
[F2] Sets the port OS	to Mac.
[F3] Sets the port OS	to Sun.
[M] Enables / disables	mouse emulation.

Warranty & Product Registration

1-Year Limited Warranty

TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. TRIPP LITE's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service under this warranty, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center. Products must be returned to TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, TRIPP LITE is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.

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WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)

Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:

• Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)
• Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste

WARNING

Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.

Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Photos and illustrations may differ slightly from actual products.

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Vista Posterior del B024-DPU16

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Instalación

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Installation

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Установка

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Kurzanleitung

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Installation

Einstufige Installation

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