Titan 17??? LCD Rack Console with
User Manual
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Belkin Titan 17" LCD Rack Console with
Our diverse line of KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering
products at an affordable price.
Designed to give you control over
multiple servers, the LCD Rack Console provides an excellent
solution for the server administrator. It outperforms any other rack console
with KVM switch on the market.
Engineered to work with the most advanced server room and laboratory environments, this LCD Rack Console
offers:
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???Video resolution support of up to 1280x1024
???PS/2 and USB support for input devices
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This User Manual will provide details about your new LCD Rack Console, from installation and operation to
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Titan 17" LCD Rack Console with
PRO3 KVM Switch ???
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Introduction
Package Contents
Keys
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Overview
Feature Overview
???Hot Keys
???AutoScan
The AutoScan feature allows you to set your LCD Rack Console to scan and monitor the activities of all connected servers, one by one. The time interval allotted for each server can be adjusted through the
???Video Resolution
The LCD Rack Console supports video resolutions of up to 1280x1024@65Hz.
???Security
Allows you to specify user names and passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch.
???Dedicated
Up to 16 KVM switches can be
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The OSD feature simplifies server management by allowing you to assign individual names to each connected server throughout the system. It provides a visual means of switching between servers and assigning the
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Overview
Equipment Requirements
Cables:
Connecting the LCD Rack Console to a server requires a Belkin
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Belkin
Note: Product codes and availability may vary.
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System Requirements
OS Platforms
The LCD Rack Console is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms:
???Windows?? NT??, 95, 98, 2000, Me, XP, Server 2003, or Vista??
???Microsoft?? DOS 5.x and above
???Red Hat?? Linux?? 8.x and above
???Novell?? NetWare?? 5.x
???Mac OS?? X and above (with USB support)
???SunTM SolarisTM 8.x and above
Keyboards
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Mice
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???PS/2- and
Monitors
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???LCD (with VGA support)
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Unit Display Diagrams
Back View of the Titan 17??? LCD Rack Console with
Console: VGA, PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports,
USB mouse/keyboard ports
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Specifications
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Installation
Consider the following when deciding where to place the Titan 17??? LCD Rack Console with
???the location of your servers in relation to your console
???the lengths of the cables you use to connect your servers to the LCD Rack Console
For PS/2 Servers:
VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet (7.6m). Beyond that length, the probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, Belkin recommends that the length of the cables between the LCD Rack Console and the connected servers does not exceed 25 feet (7.6m).
For USB Servers:
USB signals can be transmitted up to 15 feet (4.5m) between the LCD Rack
Console and server. Beyond that length, the probability of
Note: The Belkin OmniView CAT5 Extender, F1D084 (PS/2) and F1D086U (USB), may be used to extend your console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor) by up to 300 feet (91m).
Cautions and Warnings!
Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights,
Before attempting to connect anything to the LCD Rack Console or your servers, ensure that everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables while servers are powered on may cause irreversible damage of the servers and/or the
LCD Rack Console. Belkin is not responsible for damage caused in this way.
You are now ready to begin installation of your LCD Rack Console. The following sections (pages
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Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack
Console (PS/2 Connection):
Step 1
Make sure your server is powered off.
Step 2
Using the Belkin
(Refer to diagram below.)
Step 3
Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and keyboard ports on the server.
(Refer to diagram below.)
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Step 4
Connect the Belkin
Step 5
Power up your server.
Step 6
Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for each additional PS/2 server you wish to connect.
Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console (USB Connection):
Step 1
Make sure your server is powered off.
Step 2
Using the Belkin
Step 3
Connect the USB connector to an available USB port on the server. (Refer to diagram on next page.)
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Step 4
Connect the Belkin
Step 5
Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for each additional USB server you wish to connect.
Note: We recommend that you attach the Belkin
Note: When a USB Cable Kit is connected to a Sun server, the Server
Interface Module emulates the Sun keys using a set of key combinations called ???combo keys???. Refer to the table on page 28 for a list of Sun functions supported by the LCD Rack Console.
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Connecting the LCD Rack Console with Multiple PRO3 KVM Switches
You can
console. Each
KVM switches.
Note: The LCD Rack Console
Secondary unit (BANK 01)
cable 2
Secondary unit (BANK 02)
cable 3
Secondary unit (BANK 03)
Note: A
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How to Assign a BANK Address
All PRO3 KVM Switches feature a ???BANK DIP??? switch. The ???BANK DIP??? switch is used to assign the proper BANK address to each PRO3 KVM Switch.
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BANK address (from 01 through 15). Refer to the chart below for ???BANK DIP??? switch settings.
ON = Up Position, OFF = Down Position
Example: Three
(between 01 and 03).
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Example of
Secondary unit (BANK 01)
cable 2
Secondary unit (BANK 02)
cable 3
Secondary unit (BANK 03)
Getting Started:
Step 1: Make sure that all servers, LCD Rack Console, and PRO3 KVM Switches are powered off and that each PRO3 KVM Switch has been assigned a unique BANK address.
Step 2: Place all primary and secondary KVM switches in the desired location.
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Connecting the Primary and Secondary KVM Switches:
Step 1
Using the
Step 2
Connect the other end of the
Step 3
To add secondary units, connect one end of the
Step 4
Repeat Step 3 for additional PRO3 KVM Switches you wish to
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Connecting the Servers:
Step 1:
Connect all servers to the primary and secondary KVM switches.
Refer to the ???Connecting Servers to the LCD Rack Console??? section on page 11 for instructions.
Step 2:
Power up the secondary KVM switches sequentially, beginning with the highest BANK, by connecting each unit???s power supply. Each KVM switch should display its corresponding
Step 3:
Verify that the primary KVM switch has detected all secondary KVM switches by scrolling through the BANKs by using the OSD.
Powering Up the Systems
Verify that all servers connected to the PRO3 KVM Switch are powered on. If any connected servers have not been powered on, it is okay to do so at this time (servers can be powered on simultaneously). The PRO3 KVM Switch emulates both a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your server to boot???normally.
The server connected to Port ???1??? will be displayed on the monitor. Check that the keyboard, monitor, and mouse are working normally. Check all occupied ports to verify that all servers are connected and responding correctly. If you encounter an error, check your cable connections for that server and reboot. If the problem persists, please refer to the ???Troubleshooting??? section in this User Manual.
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Now that you have connected your console and servers to your LCD Rack Console, it is ready for use. Select connected servers through the
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Using your LCD Rack Console
Selecting a Server or BANK Using
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Note: You will have approximately five seconds to complete each
See page 26 for instructions on how to change the
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AutoScan Mode
The AutoScan feature allows you to set your LCD Rack Console to scan and monitor the activities of all connected servers one by one. The LCD Rack Console remains on one server for a preset number of seconds, before switching to the next server. The time interval allotted for each server can be adjusted through the OSD menu (see the ???AutoScan Time??? section).
When the LCD Rack Console is in AutoScan mode, it is also in
This means that input from the console (keyboard and mouse) will not be transmitted to the server in focus. Cancel AutoScan to regain control of the server.
To activate the AutoScan function, press ???Scroll Lock???, ???Scroll Lock???, ???A???. To stop AutoScan, press any key on the keyboard.
Note: There is no mouse or keyboard control in AutoScan mode. This is necessary to prevent data and synchronization errors. If the user is using the mouse or keyboard when the LCD Rack Console is switching between ports, data flow may become interrupted and could result in erratic mouse movement and/or
The OSD allows you to switch servers, assign names to your servers, start and stop the AutoScan feature, set the desired
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Main OSD Page
The main OSD menu displays the current selected BANK and connected servers to that BANK. If you have only one the LCD Rack Console in your configuration, the OSD menu will display ???BANK 00???. A ???*??? symbol indicates that the connected server is powered up.
OSD Keyboard Commands
(): Navigate to different servers in the same BANK
(Page Up/Page Down): Select next or previous BANK
(Enter): Switch servers, complete action
(F1): Takes you to options in the Main Menu page
(F2): Session logout
(F3): Takes you to previous screen when navigating through OSD
(Esc): Exits the OSD
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To switch servers using the main OSD menu, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate to the desired server, and press the ???Enter??? key.
A ?????? symbol indicates which server is currently being accessed on your console. To select a different BANK, press the ???Page Up??? or ???Page Down??? key to select the next BANK or the previous BANK.
Main Menu Page
The following ???Main Menu??? options are available only to the administrator.
The ???Main Menu??? page allows you to:
???01 - Set the language for the OSD
???02 - Edit the naming of individual ports
???03 - Search for a port by its name
???04 - Assign user names and passwords
???05 - Access security settings
???06 - Change the
???07 - Set the AutoScan time interval
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(): Navigate to the next field
(Enter): To select an option
(F3): Return to the main OSD menu
(Esc): Exit OSD
Language
This allows you to select which language the OSD will display. You have eight languages to choose from:
???English
???French
???German
???Italian
???Spanish
???Simplified Chinese
???Japanese
???Russian
The default language is set to English. To designate a different language, use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired language field, and then press ???Enter??? to select and save the entry.
Port Name Edit
This option allows you to name each port with up to 10 characters. To name the port, use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired server port, and then press ???Enter??? to select and name the port. Press ???Enter??? again to save the entry.
User Setting
This option allows you to specify an administrator/user name and passwords to prevent unauthorized users from accessing the OSD and KVM Switch. One
administrator and eight users can be stored. To add the name and password, use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired field, and then press ???Enter??? to select and edit. Press ???Enter??? again to save the entry. The maximum characters for the name and password fields are eight characters.
The default administrator name and password are:
Username: admin
Password: belkin
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Access List
This feature allows you to discretely specify the user access at a port level. Only the administrator can set up the access list. The column on the left lists the port names. The users are listed by their number (1 to 8). Navigate to the user and port, and press the ???Enter??? key to enable/deny the access right for each user and port combination. ???X??? represents access is denied and ???O??? represents access
is enabled.
Note: User name and password fields cannot be left blank. If two identical user names are entered, the first
Hot Key
This allows you to select which key will be used to initiate
You have nine key options to choose from:
???Scroll Lock
???Number Lock
???Caps Lock
???Left Crtl
???Right Ctrl*
???Left Alt
???Right Alt
???Left Win
???Right Win
The default key for all
AutoScan Time
This specifies the amount of time the LCD Rack Console remains on a server before switching to the next server while in AutoScan mode. You can set the
To enable AutoScan, refer to the section on page 22. Note: The number keypad will not function in the OSD.
*Right Ctrl key is available only on the back of the auxiliary console. This hot key will not function on the console keyboard.
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Keyboard
Below is a complete list of
Note: You will have approximately three seconds to complete each
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Sun Combo and Mac?? Key Mapping
The keyboard does not support the Sun keypad to perform special functions in the Sun
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Updating Firmware
The LCD Rack Console features
To update your firmware, download the appropriate firmware file and utility from www.belkin.com/support/. The utility will guide you through the process of updating the firmware on your LCD Rack Console.
Warning! We strongly recommend that you update your firmware only if you are experiencing mouse and keyboard problems with your LCD Rack Console, as reconfiguring software may lead to unexpected operational problems. Please
contact Belkin Technical Support if you need assistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Which operating systems does the LCD Rack Console support?
A: The LCD Rack Console will support any operating system that runs on a
PS/2 and USB platform. Operating systems include, but are not limited to, DOS; Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, NT, XP, 2003 Server, Vista; Sun; Linux; and Mac OS.
Q:Can I mix PS/2 and USB servers on the host side?
A: Yes, the LCD Rack Console will support any mix of PS/2 and USB host servers at a time.
Q:What does
A: With
Q:How does the LCD Rack Console allow the user to switch between ports?
A: The LCD Rack Console supports two methods of port selection. The user . can select servers using specially designated keyboard hot keys or through the
Q:How far can the server be from the LCD Rack Console?
A: The LCD Rack Console can be placed up to 25 feet away from your PS/2 server and up to 15 feet away from your USB server.
Q:What is the maximum video resolution that the LCD Rack Console supports?
A: The advanced video circuit in the LCD Rack Console supports a maximum resolution of up to 1280x1024@65Hz.
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Q:Do I have to install any software to use the LCD Rack Console?
A: No, the LCD Rack Console does not require any drivers or software to be installed in your servers. Simply connect all your servers to the Belkin KVM Cable Kits and it is ready for use.
Q:Does the LCD Rack Console require an AC adapter?
A: Yes, the LCD Rack Console requires a
Q:Can I use the LCD Rack Console to switch video signals only?
A: No, the LCD Rack Console must be connected to both the video and keyboard/mouse ports on your servers. The LCD Rack Console detects the power from the PS/2 and USB ports on your servers in order to function.
Q:Can I use the LCD Rack Console on my Sun server that supports USB?
A: Yes, the LCD Rack Console works with any
Q:Does the LCD Rack Console support Linux?
A: Yes, the LCD Rack Console works with Red Hat and other Linux distributions configured for PS/2 or USB support.
Q:How long is the warranty for the LCD Rack Console?
A: The LCD Rack Console comes with a
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Troubleshooting
My server does not boot up when connected to the LCD Rack Console, but works fine when I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to the server.
???Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected tightly between the LCD Rack Console and the server.
???Check that the keyboard and mouse cables are not crossed.
???Check the cable connections.
I am getting ghosting, shadowing, or fuzzy images on my monitor.
???Check that all video cables are inserted properly to the Cable Kit.
???Check that the monitor supports the resolution and
???Lower the video resolution of the monitor.
???Check that the cable length does not exceed 25 feet.
???Check that the graphics card you are using supports the resolution and
I am getting a black screen on my monitor.
???Check that all video cables are inserted properly.
???Check that the keyboard cable is connected and inserted properly between the server the appropriate port on the LCD Rack Console.
???Move the mouse and see if it is necessary to log in as a user.
The server does not detect a keyboard and I get a keyboard error reported at boot up.
???Check that the cable kit on the LCD Rack Console is completely connected to your server. Tighten any loose connections.
???Check whether
???If you are using the keyboard software that was included with your keyboard, uninstall it and then reinstall the standard Microsoft keyboard driver.
???Try booting the problem computer while the port is selected and wait until the operating system loads before switching away to another computer.
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The mouse is lost when I switch to a different port.
???Tighten any loose cable connections.
???If you are using a mouse driver that was included with your mouse, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft mouse driver.
???If the server is coming out of standby mode, allow up to one minute to regain mouse function.
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The mouse is not detected at boot up.
??? Check the cables and make sure that they are inserted correctly.
The server boots up, but the mouse does not work.
???Try booting the problem computer while the port is selected and wait until the operating system loads before switching away to another computer.
When I switch from one port to another, mouse movement is completely erratic.
???Make sure you do not have more than one mouse driver installed. Make sure that the driver is either for a standard PS/2 or USB mouse, or a Microsoft
???Make sure you do not have any mouse drivers loaded in your ???CONFIG.SYS??? or ???AUTOEXEC.BAT??? files.
???Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the LCD Rack Console.
USB
I am connecting the USB Cable Kit to a USB server, and my keyboard and mouse do not work.
???Prior to connecting the LCD Rack Console, make sure that the HID USB driver is installed on each server. (To install the HID USB driver, connect a USB mouse and USB keyboard to the server. A Windows operating system should automatically install the drivers.)
Some of the keys on my keyboard are not functioning properly when I use a Mac server.
???If you are accessing a Mac system, a few of the option keys on your keyboard may be reversed. All major keys will function as labeled. Refer to the ???Sun Combo and Mac Key Mapping??? section in this User Manual.
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Glossary
The following definitions are used throughout this User Manual.
AutoScan: A mode of operation where the KVM switch scans from one port to another, on an ongoing basis, as configured by the user.
BANK: The address of a
DIP switch.
Console: The
Console Port: Receptors for the console to connect to the KVM switch.
Control: When discussing switching between ports, control means that the console is capable of sending input to the server. Control requires that the console also has focus on the port, and is viewing it.
DDC: Short for Display Data Channel, a VESA standard for communication between a monitor and a video adapter. Using DDC, a monitor can inform a computer???s video card about its properties, such as maximum resolution and color depth, to ensure that the user is presented with valid options for configuring the display.
HID: Human Interface Device, the USB device class that includes keyboards and mice.
KVM: Literally ???Keyboard Video Mouse???, this term refers to technology that allows two or more computers to be controlled by one keyboard, video monitor, and mouse; some switches that use KVM technology enable sharing of other peripherals such as audio speakers, microphones, and printers.
KVM Switch: A device that allows a user to access and control multiple servers from a single console. It has at least one console port and multiple server ports.
OSD:
Port: An interface receptor on a server through which you can attach a device or plug in a device cable.
Primary KVM Switch: The KVM switch that is connected to the console and is set to BANK address 00.
Secondary KVM Switch: Any KVM switch that is
KVM switch and is set to BANK address
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FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the products:
to which this declaration relates:
Comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, Belkin International, Inc., declare under our sole responsibility that the products
ICES
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
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Belkin International, Inc., Limited
Product Warranty
What this warranty covers.
Belkin International, Inc. (???Belkin???) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship.
What the period of coverage is.
Belkin warrants the Belkin product for two years.
What will we do to correct problems?
Product Warranty.
Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for shipping charges for the product). Belkin reserves the right to discontinue any of its products without notice, and disclaims any limited warranty to repair or replace any such discontinued products. In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example, because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a refund or
a credit toward the purchase of another product from Belkin.com in an amount equal to the purchase price of the product as evidenced on the original purchase receipt as discounted by its natural use.
What is not covered by this warranty?
All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin???s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with. The Belkin Product Warranty does not protect against acts of God such as flood, lightning, earthquake, war, vandalism, theft,
How to get service.
To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:
1.Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton, CA 90220, Attn: Customer Service, or call
Occurrence. Be prepared to provide the following information:
a.The part number of the Belkin product.
b.Where you purchased the product.
c.When you purchased the product.
d.Copy of original receipt.
2.Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with
your claim.
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Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled, Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under any existing insurance policies the purchaser may have.
How state law relates to the warranty.
THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THERE ARE
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW,
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY,
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUCH
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF
THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR
USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential, or other damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
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Titan 17??? LCD Rack Console with
Belkin Ltd.
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Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom
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