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Connecting a remote reboot unit – Avocent SwitchView User Manual

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Connecting a Remote Reboot Unit

This section provides instructions for connecting a Remote Reboot Unit (RRU)
to the SwitchView IP. For information on RRU settings and configuration, see
Configuring RRU Power Settings in Chapter 4.

NOTE: The SwitchView IP supports many off-the-shelf RRU units. For more information, contact
Avocent Technical Support.

To connect a Remote Reboot Unit:

1.

Attach the RRU cable serial connector to the RRU serial port.

2. Attach the RRU cable RJ-12 connector to the RRU port of the SwitchView IP.

3. Attach the host computer power cable to the RRU power port.

4. Attach the RRU power cable to a grounded power source.

SwitchView IP Rear View

RRU Cable

Computer

Host Computer
Power Cable

RRU Serial Port

RRU Power Cable

Power Source

Remote Reboot Unit

Figure 2.3: Remote Reboot Unit Connection