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ServSwitch™ DKM FX

Provides flexible and super-fast crosspoint switching of Full HD video in KVM enterprises.

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Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND

INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)

Electrical Safety Statement

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para

referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de

operación deben ser respetadas.

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4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,

cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales

que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea

recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá

lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no

interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor

como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del

tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la

polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no

sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las

recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las

lineas de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea

usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

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17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean

derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Safety Instructions

For reliable and safe long-term operation of your ServSwitch DKM FX, follow these

guidelines:

Installation

• Only use in dry, indoor environments.

• The ServSwitch DKM FX and the power supply units can get warm. Don’t put them

in an enclosed space without any airflow.

• Do not obscure ventilation holes.

• Only use power supplies originally supplied with the product or manufacturer-

approved replacements. Do not use a power supply if it appears to be defective or has a damaged case.

• Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each case, make sure that the

ground connection is maintained from the outlet socket to the power supply’s AC power input.

• Do not connect the link interface to any other equipment, particularly network or

telecommunications equipment.

• Take any required ESD precautions.

Repair

• Do not attempt to open or repair a power supply unit.

• Do not attempt to open or repair the ServSwitch DKM FX. There are no

user-serviceable parts inside.

• Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com if there is a fault.

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Table of Contents

Chapter Page

1. Specifications .........................................................................................10

1.1 I nte rf ac es .........................................................................................10

1.1.1 DVI-D Single Link ..................................................................10

1.1.2 USB H I D ................................................................................10

1.1.3 RJ-45 (Network) ....................................................................10

1.1.4 RS-232 (Serial) .......................................................................11

1.1.5 RJ-45 (Interconnect) ..............................................................11

1.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) ...........................................11

1.1.7 SDI (Interconnect) ..................................................................11

1.2 Interconnect Cable ..........................................................................11

1.2.1 CATx...................................................................................... 11

1.2.2 Fiber ......................................................................................12

1.2.3 Coaxial ..................................................................................13

1.3 Supported Peripherals .....................................................................14

1.4 Connector Pinouts ...........................................................................14

1.4.1 CPU Board .............................................................................14

1.4.2 I/O Board CATx .....................................................................16

1.4.3 I/O Board SFP ........................................................................16

1.4.4 I/O Board SDI ........................................................................16

1.5 Power Supply...................................................................................17

1.6 Environmental Conditions ................................................................17

1.7 Size......... . ........................................................................................17

1.8 Shipping Weight ..............................................................................17

2. Overview.......... .......................................................................................18

2.1 Description ......................................................................................18

2.1.1 A ppl ic at io n ............................................................................18

2.1.2 Access Options ......................................................................18

2.2 System Overview .............................................................................19

2.3 Available Products .......................................................................... 20

2.4 What’s Included ............................................................................. 20

2.5 Device Views ...................................................................................21

2.5.1 ServSwitch DKM FX 288-Port ...............................................21

2.5.2 ServSwitch DKM FX 160-Port .............................................. 22

2.5.3 ServSwitch DKM FX 80-Port ................................................ 23

2.5.4 ServSwitch DKM FX 48-Port .................................................24

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2.6 Diagnostics and Status ....................................................................24

2.6.1 Status LEDs ............................................................................24

2.6.2 Port Status ............................................................................ 30

2.6.3 Network Status .................................................................... 33

2.6.4 Firmware Status .................................................................... 35

2.7 Trace Function .................................................................................37

3. Installation ............................................................................................. 39

3.1 System Setup .................................................................................. 39

3.2 Example Applications ..................................................................... 40

3.2.1 KVM Matrix ......................................................................... 40

3.2.2 Video Matrix .........................................................................41

3.2.3 Parallel Operation (Stacking)................................................. 42

3.2.4 Cascading ............................................................................ 43

4. Configuration ........................................................................................ 45

4.1 Command Mode ............................................................................ 45

4.2 Control Options .............................................................................. 46

4.2.1 Control via OSD ................................................................... 46

4.2.2 Control via Java Tool ............................................................ 50

4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface ................................................... 56

4.3 Assignment .................................................................................... 56

4.3.1 Virtual CPU to Real CPU ....................................................... 56

4.3.2 Real Console to Virtual Console ........................................... 58

4.4 System Settings ...............................................................................59

4.4.1 System Data ..........................................................................59

4.4.2 Automatic ID ........................................................................ 62

4.4.3 Access .................................................................................. 64

4.4.4 Switch .................................................................................. 67

4.4.5 Network ................................................................................70

4.4.6 Date and Time ...................................................................... 72

4.5 User Settings ....................................................................................74

4.6 Extender Settings ........................................................................... 77

4.7 CPU Settings ....................................................................................81

4.8 Console Settings ............................................................................. 84

4.8.1 CON Devices ........................................................................ 84

4.8.2 Mouse and Keyboard ........................................................... 88

4.9 Saving and Loading of Configurations ............................................ 90

4.9.1 Active Configuration ............................................................ 90

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4.9.2 Saving of Configurations (Internal) ........................................91

4.9.3 Loading of Configurations (Internal) ......................................93

4.9.4 Saving of Configurations (External) ...................................... 95

4.9.5 Loading of Configurations (External) .................................... 96

4.10 Export and Import Options ...........................................................97

4.10.1 Export Options ......................................................................97

4.10.2 Import Options .................................................................... 98

4.11 Firmware Update ........................................................................... 99

5. Operation ........................................................................................101

5.1 Operation via Hotkeys .................................................................101

5.1.1 Direct Switching ...............................................................101

5.1.2 Scan Mode ......................................................................102

5.1.3 Addressing of Master and Slave.......................................102

5.1.4 Function Keys <F1>– <F12> .............................................103

5.2 KVM Switching ............................................................................103

5.3 Serial Interface ............................................................................ 106

5.4 Power On and Power Down Functions ........................................107

5.4.1 Restart .............................................................................107

5.4.2 Reset ................................................................................107

5.4.3 Power Down ....................................................................107

6. Serial Control ....................................................................................... 108

7. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................120

7.1 External Failure ..............................................................................120

7.2 Video Interference .........................................................................120

7.3 Fans Malfunction ...........................................................................120

7.4 Power Supply Units Malfunction ...................................................121

7.5 Network Error ................................................................................121

7.6 ServSwitch DKM FX Failure ...........................................................121

7.7 Blank Screen ..................................................................................122

7.8 Contacting Black Box.....................................................................122

7.9 Shipping and Packaging ................................................................123

Appendix. Glossary .....................................................................................124

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1. Specifications

1.1 Interfaces

1.1.1 DVI-D Single Link

The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply with DVI-D single-link standard can be transmitted. This includes, for example, monitor

resolutions such as 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, Full HD (1080p), or 2K HD (up to 2048

x 1152). Data rate is limited to 165 MPixel/s.

1.1.2 USB HID

Devices with USB HID interface support a maximum of two devices with USB HID protocol. Each USB HID port provides a maximum current of 100 mA.

Keyboard

Compatible with most USB keyboards. Certain keyboards with additional functions may require custom firmware to operate. Keyboards with an integral USB Hub (Mac® keyboards, for example) are also supported.

Mouse

Compatible with most 2-button, 3-button, and scroll mice.

Other USB HID devices

The proprietary USB emulation also supports certain other USB HID devices, such as specific touchscreens, graphics tablets, bar-code scanners, or special keyboards. Support cannot be guaranteed, however, for every USB HID device.

NOTE: Only two USB HID devices are supported concurrently, such as keyboard

and mouse or keyboard and touchscreen. A hub is allowed, but it does not increase the number of HID devices allowed.

To support other USB “non-HID” devices, such as scanners, Web cams or memory devices, choose our devices with transparent USB support.

1.1.3 RJ-45 (Network)

CATx device communication requires a 1000BASE-T connection. Pin the cable according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T) standard with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. All four wire pairs are used in both directions. The cabling is suitable for full-duplex operation. For the cable connection to a source (computer, CPU), use a cross-pinned network cable.

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1.1.4 RS-232 (Serial)

The communication takes place with a transmission speed of up to 115.2 kbps, regardless of the file format. The transmission takes place with eight data bits and a stop bit, but without a parity bit. Limited hardware handshake (DSR) is possible.

1.1.5 RJ-45 (Interconnect)

CATx device communication requires a 1000BASE-T connection.

Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. All four wire pairs are used.

1.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect)

Fiber device communication is performed via Gigabit SFPs connected to suitable fibers fitted with LC connectors (see Section 1.2.2).

NOTE: The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs

provided by Black Box.

CAUTION: SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Follow

ESD handling precautions.

1.1.7 SDI (Interconnect)

SDI device communication requires a mini coax connection with mini BNC connectors or 3G SFPs with transmission speeds of 0.360 Gbps (SD-SDI, SMPTE 259M), 1.485 Gbps (HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M), and 2.70 Gbps (3G SDI).

1.2 Interconnect Cable

1.2.1 CATx

NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields

is possible. Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet hub, router, or ServSwitch DKM FX, is not allowed.

• Avoid routing CATx cables along power cables.

• If the site has three-phase AC power, make sure that the CPU Unit and

CON Unit are on the same phase.

NOTE: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, use correctly installed shielded

CATx cable throughout the interconnection link.

NOTE: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, all CATx cables need to carry

ferrites on both cable ends close to the device.

Type of Interconnect Cable

The ServSwitch DKM FX requires interconnect cabling specified for Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T). Use solid-core (24 AWG), shielded, CAT5e (or better) cable.

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Table 1-1. CATx interconnect cable.

Cable Type Description

CATx solid-core 24 AWG cable

This S/UTP (CAT5e) cable confoms to EIA/TIA-568-B. Uses four pairs of 24 AWG wires. Connects according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).

CATx solid-core 26/8 AWG cable

This S/UTP (CAT5e) cable confoms to EIA/TIA-568-B. Uses four pairs of 26/8 AWG wires. Connects according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).

NOTE: You can use use type 26/8 AWG flexible cables (patch cables), but the

maximum possible extension distance is cut in half.

Table 1-2. Maximum acceptable cable length.

Cable Type Distance

CATx 24 AWG installation cable 400 ft. (140 m)

CATx 26/8 AWG patch cable 200 ft. (70 m)

1.2.2 Fiber

NOTE: A point-to-point connection is necessary. Operation with multiple patch

panels is allowed. Routing over active network components, such as Ethernet hubs, ServSwitch DKM FXes, or routers, is not allowed.

Type of Interconnect Cable

Table 1-3. Fiber interconnect cable.

Cable Type Description

Single-mode, 9-µm

Multimode 50-µm

Multimode 62.5-µm

• Two fibers, 9-µm

• In-house patch cable (EFN092)

• Two fibers, 50-µm

• In-house patch cable (EFN6020)

• Two fibers, 62.5- µm

• In-house patch cable (EFN116 -LCLC)

NOTE: Only use single-mode cables for fiber connections that are based on 3G

SFPs.

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Table 1-4. Maximum acceptable fiber cable length.

Cable Type Distance

Single-mode 9-µm 32,800 ft. (10,00 0 m)

Multimode 50-µm ( OM3) 3280 ft. (1000 m)

Multimode 50-µm 1300 ft. (400 m)

Multimode 62.5µm 650 ft. (200 m)

NOTE: If you use single-mode SFPs with multimode fiber optic cable, you can

double the maximum acceptable cable length.

Type of Connector

The fiber cable uses LC connectors.

1.2.3 Coaxial

NOTE: A point-to-point connection is necessary.

Table 1-5. Coaxial interconnect cable.

Cable Type Description

Mini coaxial cable, 18 AWG

RG-6 Impedance: 75 ohms

Table 1-6. Maximum acceptable coaxial cable length.

Bandwidth Distance

0.270 Gbps 1312 ft. (400 m)

1.4 85 Gbp s 459 ft. (140 m)

2.970 Gbps 394 ft. (120 m)

Type of Connector

The coaxial cable uses mini BNC connectors.

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1.3 Supported Peripherals

You can use the KVM extenders described in Tables 1-7 and 1-8 with the ServSwitch DKM FX:

Table 1-7. KVM extender with CATx connection.

Produc t Code Description

AC X1 T-11 -C KVM CPU unit, single-head, 2x USB HID

ACX1R -11-C KVM CON unit, single -head, 2x USB HID

AC X1 T-11V - C KVM CPU unit, single-head, DVI-I input (VGA), 2x USB HID

ACX1R -11V-C KVM CON unit, single-head, IR receiver, 2x USB HID

Table 1-8. KVM extender with fiber (single-mode) connection.

Produc t Code Description

AC X1 T-11 -SM KVM CPU unit, single-head, 2x USB HID

ACX1R -11-SM KVM CON unit, single-head, 2x USB HID

AC X1 T-11V -S M KVM CPU unit, single-head, DVI-I input (VGA), 2x USB HID

ACX1R -11V-SM KVM CON unit, single-head, IR receiver, 2x USB HID

1.4 Connector Pinouts

1.4.1 CPU Board

Figure 1-1. DVI-D single-link connector.

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Table 1-9. DVI-D single-link connector pinout.

Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 T.M.D.S. data 2- 9 T.M.D.S. data 1- 17 T.M.D.S. data 0-

2 T.M.D.S. data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S. data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S. data 0+

3 T.M.D.S. data 2 GND 11 T.M.D.S. data 1 GND 19 T.M.D.S. data 0 GND

4 Not connnected 12 Not connected 20 Not connected

5 Not connected 13 Not connected 21 Not connected

6 DDC input (SCL) 14 +5 VDC high impedance 22 T.M.D.S. GND

7 DDC output (SDA) 15 GND 23 T.M.D.S. clock+

8 Internal use 16 Hot plug recognition 24 T.M.D.S. clock-

C1 Internal use — — C3 Internal use

C2 Not connected C5 GND C4 Internal use

Table 1-10. USB Type A connector.

Picture Pin Signal Color

1 VCC (+5 VDC) Red

2 Data - White

3 Data + Green

4 GND Black

Table 1-11. DB9 connector.

Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

1 Not connected 6 DTR

2 CTS 7 Tx D

3 RTS 8 RxD

4 DSR 9 Not connected

5 GND — —

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Table 1-12. RJ-45 connector.

Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

1.4.2 I/O Board CATx

Table 1-13. RJ-45 CATx connector.

Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

1.4.3 I/O Board SFP

Table 1-14. RJ-45 connector.

Picture Diode Signal

1 D1+ 5 Not connected

2 D1- 6 D2-

3 D2+ 7 Not connected

4 Not connected 8 Not connected

1 D1+ 5 D3-

2 D1- 6 D2-

3 D2+ 7 D4+

4 D3 + 8 D4-

1.4.4 I/O Board SDI

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1 Data OUT

2 Data IN

Table 1-15. RJ-45 connector.

Picture Pin Signal

1 Data In

2 GND

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1.5 Power Supply

Power — All models: Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz; ACX288, ACX288-PS: 202 W max. without I/O boards; ACX160, ACX160-PS: 188 W max. without I/O boards; ACX080, ACX080-PS: 99 W max. without I/O boards; ACX048: 94 W max. without I/O boards; I /O boards (ACXI08-C, ACXI08-SM, ACXI08-SPF): 13 W max.

1.6 Environmental Conditions

Temperature Tolerance — +41 to +113° F (+5 to +45° C)

Storage Temperature — -13 to +140° F (-25 to +60° C)

Relative Humidity — Max. 80%, non-condensing

1.7 Size

Size — ACX288: 19"H x 22.8"W x 12"D (48.3 x 57.8 x 33 cm),

Shipping box: 25.6"H x 26.8"W x 29.9"D (65 x 68 x 76 cm); ACX160: 19"H x 15.8"W x 12"D (48.3 x 40 x 33 cm), Shipping box: 25.6"H x 26.8"W x 12"D (65 x 68 x 54 cm); ACX080: 19"H x 7"W x 9.1"D (64 x 57 x 36 cm), Shipping box: 25.2"H x 22.4"W x 21.3"D (64 x 57 x 36 cm); ACX048: 19"H x 5.3"W x 9.1"D, Shipping box: 25.2" x 22.4"W x 12.4"D (64 x 57 x 23.1 cm)

1.8 Shipping Weight

Weight — ACX288: 76.2 lb (34.6 kg) fully equipped,

Shipping box: 90.6 lb. (41.1 kg); ACX160: 60 lb. (26.3 kg) fully equipped, Shipping box: 69.9 lb. (31.7 kg); ACX080: 24.5 lb. (11.1 kg) fully equipped, Shipping box: 34.4 lb. (15.6 kg); ACX048: 19.6 lb. (8.9 kg), Shipping box: 26.7 lb. (12.1 kg)

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2. Overview

2.1 Description

2.1.1 Ap plic ation

The ServSwitch DKM FX is used to establish connections from consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices) to various sources (computer, CPU).

In a maximum configuration, up to 288 independent ports can be defined and switched either as a console or a CPU.

The ServSwitch DKM FX is mainly specified for the use with extenders that are able to transmit video, KVM, and USB 2.0 signals. You can also use it as a video matrix.

For the connection between the ServSwitch DKM FX and the peripheral devices, such as KVM extenders or video sources, you can use CATx, fiber, or coaxial cables.

The ServSwitch DKM FX serves as a repeater. You can place it up to 6.2 miles (10 km) from the consoles and 6.2 miles (10 km) from the sources.

2.1.2 Access Options

You have the following options to access the ServSwitch DKM FX for configuration and operation:

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Table 2-1. Access options.

Access option Symbol

OSD

Java tool

Serial interface

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2.2 System Overview

A ServSwitch DKM FX system consists of a ServSwitch DKM FX and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU units/CON units. The ServSwitch DKM FX is connected to the CPU units/CON units by interconnect cables or is connected directly to the video devices when used as a video matrix.

The CPU units connect directly to the sources (computer, CPU), using the included cables.

Monitor(s), keyboard, and mouse connect to the CON units.

The ServSwitch DKM FX and the CPU units/CON units communicate over CATx, fiber, or coaxial interconnect cables.

Figure 2-1 shows the system overview. Table 2-2 describes its components.

1 2 3 4 3 5 6

Figure 2-1. System overview.

Table 2-2. System components.

Number Component

1 Source (computer, CPU)

2 CPU units

3 Interconnect cable

4 ServSwitch DKM FX

5 CON unit s

6 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)

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See Section 3.2 for installation examples.

2.3 Available Products

Table 2-3. Available products.

Number Description

Serv Switch DKM FX

ACX04 8 ServSwitch DKM FX 48-port with control card and power supply

ACX080 ServSwitch DKM FX 8 0-port with control card and power supply

ACX16 0 ServSwitch DKM F X 160-port with control card and power supply

ACX288 ServSwitch DKM FX 288-port with control card and power supply

Accessories

ACXIO8- C 8-port CATx input/output (I/ O) module

ACXI O8-SM 8-port single -mode fiber input /output (I/ O) module

ACXI O8-SFP 8-port single-mode fiber SFP input /output ( I /O ) module

ACX288-CTL ServSwitch DKM FX controller card

ACXSFPC CATx SFP module

ACXSFPS Single-mode fiber SFP module

ACX080-PS Power supply for ACX048 and ACX080

ACX16 0-P S Power supply for ACX160

ACX288-PS Power supply for ACX288

ACX080-FAN Tray for 48/ 80 port console

ACX288-FAN Tray for 160/288 port console

2.4 What’s Included

Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500

or info@blackbox.com.

• (1) ServSwitch DKM FX (ACX048, ACX080, ACX160, or ACX288)

• (1) power cord per built-in power supply unit

• (1) DKM FX controller card

• (1) serial control cable

• (1) set of mounting accessories

• This users’ manual in PDF format and Java tool on CD-ROM

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• (1) cross-wired CATx network cable

2.5 Device Views

In Sections 2.5.1 through 2.5.5, Figures 2-2 through 2-5 illustrate the ServSwitch DKM FX chassis models. Tables 2-4 through 2-8 describe their components.

2.5.1 ServSwitch DKM FX 288-Port

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Figure 2-2. Front view, ACX288.

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Table 2-4. ACX288 components.

Number Component

1 Slot for Power Supply Unit 1

2 Slot for Fan Tray 1

3 Slot for Power Supply Unit 2

4 Slot for Fan Tray 2

5 Slot for I /O Boards 1–36

6 Slot for Power Supply Unit 3

7 Slot for CPU board

8 Grounding

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Figure 2-3. Front view, ACX160.

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Table 2-5. ACX160 components.

Number Component

1 Slot for Power Supply Unit 1

2 Slot for Fan Tray 1

3 Slot for Power Supply Unit 2

4 Slot for Fan Tray 2

5 Slot for I /O Boards 1–20

6 Slot for Power Supply Unit 3

7 Slot for CPU board

8 Grounding

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Figure 2-4. Front view, ACX080.

Table 2-6. ACX080 components.

Number Component

1 Slot for fan tray

2 Slot for Power Supply Unit 1

3 Slot for I /O Boards 1–10

4 Slot for Power Supply Unit 2

5 Slot for CPU board

6 Slot for air filter

7 Slot for Fan Tray 2

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2.5.4 ServSwitch DKM FX 48-Port

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Figure 2-5. Front view, ACX048.

Table 2-7. ACX048 components.

Number Component

1 Slot for fan tray

2 Slot for Power Supply Unit 1

3 Slot for I /O Boards 1–10

4 Slot for Power Supply Unit 2

5 Slot for CPU board

6 Slot for air filter

7 Slot for Fan Tray 2

2.6 Diagnostics and Status

2.6.1 Status LEDs

The ServSwitch DKM FX components LED indicators are shown in Figures 2-6 through 2-11, and described in Tables 2-8 through 2-13.

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Figure 2-6. CPU board, front view.

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Table 2-8. Status LEDs on the CPU board.

Number LED Status Description

White CPU board is in registration process

Blue flashing Registration at the matrix is started

1 Status 1

2 Status 2

NOTE: Because of variations in the LED type, “white” may also appear as light

purple or light blue.

Red flashing Registration is in progess

Green flashing Operating condition

Green CPU board de-registered

White CPU board is in registration process

Red flashing Registration at the matrix is started

Off Operating condition

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CATx SFP fiber SFP coax

Figure 2-7. LEDs on the I/O boards.

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Table 2-9. Status LEDs on the I/O boards.

Number LED Status Description

Light blue I/ O board in boot process

1 Status 1

2 Status 2

Red flashing I/ O board in registration process

Green flashing Operating condition, I/O board registered at the matrix

Green I/O board de-registered (locking pin pulled out)

White I /O board in boot process

Blue I/O board in registration process

Blue flashing

Red flashing I/O board de-registered (locking pin pulled out)

Operating condition, communication active with CPU board active

CATx SFP fiber SFP coax

Figure 2-8. Ports status LEDs on the I/O boards.

Table 2-10. Port status LEDs on the I/O boards.

Number LED Status Description

Off Port not activated

1 Link status (green)

2 Link status (orange)

Flashing Port activated, no connection via interconnect cable

On Connection via interconnect cable OK, data traffic active

Off Port not activated

Flashing Port activated, no connection via interconnect cable

On Connection via interconnect cable OK, data traffic active

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Figure 2-9. Status LEDs on the fan tray.

Table 2-11. Status LEDs on the fan tray.

Number LED Status Description

1 Status 1 (green) On Operating condition

2 Status 2 (blue)

3 Hot swap (blue)

Off Operating condition

On Error indication

Off Hot swap option deactivated

On Hot swap option activated

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Figure 2-10. Status LEDs on the power supply unit (ACX288-PS or ACX160-PS).

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Table 2-12. Status LEDs on the power supply unit

Number LED Status Description

1 AC input OK (green) On Operating condition

2 DC output OK (green) On Operating condition

3 O/T (yellow)

Figure 2-11. Status LEDs on the power supply unit (ACX080-PS).

(ACX288-PS or ACX160-PS).

Off Normal temperature

On High temperature

Table 2-13. Status LEDs on the power supply unit

(ACX080-PS).

Number LED Status Description

DC input OK (green) On Operating condition

DC output OK (green) Off No power supply

2.6.2 Port Status

The connections and the switching status between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 2-12. OSD and Java icons.

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OSD

An on-screen display (abbreviated OSD) is an image superimposed on a screen picture, commonly used by modern television sets, VCRs, and DVD players to display information such as volume, channel, and time.

Java® Tool

The current port configuration of the ServSwitch DKM FX is illustrated in this menu.

Select Status > Matrix View in the task area in on-line mode.

Figure 2-13. Menu Status—Matrix View screen.

Table 2-14. Connection status.

Color Description

Black Port not connected

Yelllow Video connection

Green K VM connection

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The symbol in Table 2-15 indicates the extender that is recognized and defined at a certain port:

Table 2-15. Extender recognized.

Symbol Description

Port connected to a CPU unit

Port connected to a CON unit

Port connected to a USB 2.0 CPU unit

Port connected t a USB 2.0 CON unit

• Red framed ports are defined as “fixed” (for example, for USB 2.0 connections).

• The port with a static blue frame is currently selected.

• The ports with a flashing blue frame show the currently assigned connections.

NOTE: To show the extender information of the currently selected port in the right

part of the working area, press the left mouse button.

The information in Table 2-16 is available:

Table 2-16. Extender information.

Symbol Description

Extender name Name of the selected extenders

Extender type Type of the selected extender

Port I D Number of the selected port

Device name Name of the connected console or CPU

Connections Listing of assigned connections to the marked port (full access or video access)

NOTE: To open the context menu for the currently selected port with further

functions, press the right mouse button.

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The context functions in Table 2-17 are available:

Table 2-17. Context functions.

Function Description

Open extender The menu for definition of the currently selected extender is opened

Open device The menu for definition of the currently selected console or CPU is opened

Switch The menu for execution of switching applications is opened

To reload the Matrix View, you have the following possibilities:

• Press the key <F5> of a connected keyboard

• Execute Edit > Reload in the menu bar

• Press the Button Reload in the tool bar

2.6.3 Network Status

The current network configuration is shown in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 2-14. OSD and Java icons.

OSD

Select Status > Network in the main menu.

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Figure 2-15. Status—Network screen.

The following information is shown in the Network Status menu:

Table 2-17. Network status.

Field Description

DHCP Information if the network settings are applied dynamically. Display Y (Yes) or N (No)

IP address Information about the IP address as provided manually or via DHCP

Subnet mask Information about the subnet mask as provided manually or via DHCP

Gateway Information about the gateway address as provided manually or via DHCP

MAC ID Information about the MAC address in the matrix

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Java Tool

1. Select Status > Matrix View in the task area.

Figure 2-16. Menu status—matrix view.

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2. Use the left mouse button to click on the network port of the CPU board. The corresponding network status will be shown in the right part of the working area.

2.6.4 Firmware Status

The current firmware status of the installed boards is shown in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 2-17. OSD and Java icons.

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Figure 2-18. Menu status—firmware.

Table 2-18. Menu status—firmware.

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Field Description

Name Description of the modules

Type Type number

Ports Number of ports

Version Complete description of the firmware version

Date Date of the firmware version

Status Module status

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Java Tool

1. Select Status > Slot Table in the task area.

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Figure 2-19. Menu Status—Slot Table.

2. To read out the firmware status and store it locally (file extension .dtf), select

Switch > Save Firmware Status to File....

3. To read out the overall status of the ServSwitch DKM FX and store it locally (file

extension .zip), select Switch > Save Status to File....

The various modules can expanded and retracted in the column Name by clicking with the left mouse button on the plus or minus symbols to get a better overview.

By clicking on the plus resp. minus symbol in the upper right corner of the working area, you can expand and retract all module information with one click at the left mouse button.

2.7 Trace Function

All events—for example, activities and switching operations of the ServSwitch DKM FX—are logged and displayed in this menu.

This function is used for diagnostic purposes.

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You can request various trace views in the menu:

Figure 2-20. OSD icon.

The following information is shown in this menu:

Table 2-20. Trace menu function.

Field Description

Time Timestamp

Message Detailed description of the event

Trace possibilities

• Select Status > Trace IO Board in the main menu to check the events on your

current I/O boards.

• Select Status > Trace Matrix to check the ServSwitch DKM FX events.

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3. Installation

3.1 System Setup

NOTE: If you are a first-time user, we recommend that you set up the system

in the same room as a test setup. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently.

Setup of the ServSwitch DKM FX

1. Install the CPU and I/O boards.

2. Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the CPU board of the ServSwitch DKM FX.

3. Connect the ServSwitch DKM FX to the power supply.

4. Open OSD via hotkey and log in with administrator rights in the main menu under configuration (see Section 4.2.1).

5. Configure initially as requested.

NOTE: After configuring the system, we recommend that you save the

configuration by selecting Configuration > Save and restart the ServSwitch DKM FX by selecting Restart Matrix.

6. Optional: Establish a network connection between the ServSwitch DKM FX and the Java tool to set an extended configuration (see Section 4.2.2).

Setup of Extender

1. Connect the CON units to the ServSwitch DKM FX by using the interconnect cables (CATx or fiber).

2. Connect the CON units to the input devices to be used (for example, keyboard and mouse).

3. Connect the 5-VDC power supply units to the CON units.

4. Check the basic function of the CON unit by opening the OSD via hotkey.

5. Connect the source (computer, CPU) to the CPU unit of the extender by using the provided connection cables.

6. Connect the CPU unit to the ServSwitch DKM FX by using the provided interconnect cables (CATx or fiber).

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7. If you have a video matrix, connect the video source directly to the ServSwitch DKM FX by using the interconnect cables (coax, fiber).

8. Connect the 5-VDC power supply units to the CPU units.

9. Start the system.

3.2 Example Applications

The ServSwitch DKM FX supports a flexible configuration of your system environment:

For example, part of the ServSwitch DKM FX can be configured as a single-head workstation, part as dual-head, or quad-head, or even as a video ServSwitch DKM FX. You can also configure KVM and USB 2.0.

In addition to the access via OSD by the keyboard connected to the CPU board or an extender CON unit, you have the following access options:

• via Java Tool

• via serial interface

A connection to common media controls is possible, too.

Sections 3.2.1 through 3.2.5 describe typical installations of the ServSwitch DKM FX.

3.2.1 KVM Matrix

In single-head mode, up to 288 ports can be used either as an input or as an output port, depending on components and equipment. At the same time, all users have non-blocking access (user access is not limited by the activities of another user).

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Figure 3-1. KVM using ServSwitch DKM FX application.

Table 3-1. Single-head KVM matrix components.

Number Description

1 Source (computers, CPU)

2 CPU units

3 Interconnect cable

4 Ser vSwitch DKM FX

5 CON unit s

6 Consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse)

If you have a single-head console, you can also access a dual-head or quad-head console. However, you can control the system only at Monitor 1.

Any signal source can be switched to any number of monitors that will show the video signal at the same time. Even (optional) audio can be switched.

3.2.2 Video Matrix

If you use the ServSwitch DKM FX as a video matrix, it can switch up to 288 input ports to up to 288 output ports, depending on components and equipment.

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Figure 3-2. Video using ServSwitch DKM FX application.

Table 3-2. Video matrix components.

Number Description

1 Video sources, for example, an SDI camera

2 Interconnect cable

3 Ser vSwitch DKM FX

4 Video sinks, for example, a monitor

3.2.3 Parallel Operation (Stacking)

If you have special configurations, especially at installations with several monitors per workstation, or you need additional support for USB 2.0 transmission paths, you can increase the number of CPUs and consoles connected using a parallel operation (stacking) of several ServSwitch DKM FX devices.

One of the ServSwitch DKM FX matrices has to be defined as the master ServSwitch DKM FX, and all the others have to be configured as slaves (see Section 4.4.1) and must be connected to the master ServSwitch DKM FX via a network.

If you send a switching command via the OSD, the slave matrices will also switch.

NOTE: Switching of stacked devices might be delayed by several seconds.

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Figure 3-3. Parallel operation (stacking) application.

Table 3-3. Parallel operation

(stacking) components.

Number Description

1 Dual-head source computer, CPU

2 CPU unit s

3 Interconnect cable

4 ServSwitch DKM FX (master)

5 ServSwitch DKM FX (slave)

6 Network connection master/slave(s)

7 CON uni ts

8 Console (two monitors, keyboards, and mice

3.2.4 Cascading

For applications that exceed the number of available ports, you can extend the system by cascading.

In this case, the ServSwitch DKM FX devices are connected by so-called “tie lines.” The tie lines are dynamically configured to support connections in both directions.

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Figure 3-4. Cascading application.

Table 3-4. Cascading components.

Number Description

1 Source (computer, CPU)

2 CPU unit s

3 Interconnect cable

4 ServSwitch DKM FX (slave)

5 ServSwitch DKM FX (master)

6 CON uni t

7 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)

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4. Configuration

4.1 Command Mode

The ServSwitch DKM FX has a Command Mode that enables several functions via keyboard command during normal use.

To enter Command Mode, use a hotkey sequence and to exit Command Mode, press <Esc>. While in Command Mode, the Shift and Scroll LEDs on the console keyboard will flash.

NOTE: In Command Mode, normal keyboard and mouse operation will cease.

Only selected keyboard commands are available.

The following table lists the keyboard commands to enter and to exit Command Mode and to change the hotkey sequence:

Table 4-1. Command mode components.

Function Keyboard command

Enter Command Mode (default) 2x <Right-Shift> (or hotkey)

Exit Command Mode <Esc>

Change hotkey sequence

<Lef t-Ctrl> + <Left-Shif t> + <c>, <hotkey code>, <Enter> Since 8 /10/ 2011: <current hotkey> + <c>, <new hotkey code>, < Enter>

NOTE: <Key> + <Key> = Press keys simultaneously; <Key>, <Key> = Press keys

successively, 2x <Key> = Press key quickly, twice in a row (similar to a mouse double-click).

You can change the hotkey sequence to enter Command Mode. The following table lists the hotkey codes for the available key sequences:

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Table 4-2. Command mode components.

Hotkey code Hotkey

1 <Lef t-Ctrl> + <Left-Shif t> + <i>

2 2x <Scroll>

3 2x <Left-Shift>

4 2x <Left-Ctrl>

5 2x <Left-Alt>

6 2x <Right-Shift>

7 2x <Right-Ct rl >

8 2x <Right-Alt>

NOTE: In a combined KVM matrix/U-Switch configuration, choose different

hotkeys for the KVM matrix and the U-Switch.

4.2 Control Options

The ServSwitch DKM FX contains an internal CPU that enables you to control all functions from any console without the need for an external CPU or media control.

You have the following possibilities to access the ServSwitch DKM FX for configuration and operation:

• via OSD

• via Java Tool

• via serial interface

4.2.1 Control via OSD

Figure 4-1. OSD icon.

Via OSD (on-screen display), you set the configuration of the ServSwitch DKM FX operating system. The settings of the Configuration menu are described in this chapter. All other menus are described in later chapters.

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You can enter the OSD of the ServSwitch DKM FX:

• via keyboard connected to the CPU board

• via keyboard connected to a CON unit of an extender

Entering OSD

1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey (see Section 5.1).

2. Press <o> to open OSD. You will see a list of all available CPUs as a start menu.

3. Press <Esc> to enter the main menu.

Leaving OSD

• Press <Shift> + <Esc> simultaneously. The OSD will close without any further

changes and the currently active CPU connection will display.

Menu Structure

Figure 4-2. Menu structure.

The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas:

• Upper status area (top-most two text lines)

• Working area

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• Lower status area (lowest two text lines)

Keyboard control

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-3. Keyboard commands.

Function

Left cursor—only within an input field or a switching screen <Cursor-Left>

Right cursor—only within an input field or a switching screen < Cursor- Right>

• In input fields: Line up (with wrap-around)

• In menus: Line up (without wrap-around)

• In input fields: Line down (with wrap-around)

• In menus: Line down (without wrap-around)

Previous page in menus with more than one page <Page-Up>

Next page in menus with more than one page <Page-Down>

Next input field <Tab>

Previous input field <Left-Shift> + <Tab>

Next option in selection fields <+>

Previous option in selection fields <->

Switching in selection fields between two conditions, for example, between ON/OFF or Y(Yes)/N(No)

• In menus with input fields: Save data

• In menus: Select menu item

• In menus with input fields: Cancel data

• In menus with selection fields: Go back to the superior menu

Keyboard command

<Cursor-Up>

<Cursor-Dow n>

<Space>

<Enter>

<Esc>

Sorting Function

You can sort lists and tables in the Java Tool.

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Table 4-4. Sorting functions.

Function

Sort ID numbers in a descending order or in an ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (ID)

Sort ID names in a descending order or in an ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (Name)

Go to the next result in the list of results for the search field (Next) <F3>

Go to the previous result in the list of results for the search field ( Previous) <F3>

Refresh the currently shown list (Previous) <F4>

Refresh the currently shown field (Refresh) <F5>

Jump bet ween the search field and the list of results (Find) <F6>

Keyboard command

<F1>

<F2>

Password request

You have to log in with administrator rights to be able to set configurations.

Figure 4-3. Login Menu screen.

Access to the configuration menu requires administrator rights. User login is mandatory.

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Table 4-5. Menu login parameters.

Field Input

User admin

Password admin

NOTE: For security reasons, change the administrator password as soon as

possible.

4.2.2 Control via Java Tool

Figure 4-4. Java icon.

Requirements

If you want to use the Java tool, you need these items:

• Computer with an executable Java tool and an installed Java Runtime

Environment (JRE, version 1.6 or higher)

• Java Tool software

• Available network connection between the Java tool and the ServSwitch DKM

NOTE: Contact your system administrator concerning JRE and network

connection.

Installation of the Java Tool

The Java tool is available as a single executable program file that does not require a separate installation.

Copy the tool after receiving the file to a directory on your computer.

NOTE: If you do not have a Java tool, contact Black Box Technical Support

at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.

Computer Connection to the ServSwitch DKM FX

NOTE: For a direct connection between the computer and ServSwitch DKM FX,

use a cross-wired network cable.

For a connection between the computer and ServSwitch DKM FX via

switch or hub, use a straight-pinned network cable.

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Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 ports of the computer and CPU board of the ServSwitch DKM FX.

Start of the Java Tool

Open the Java tool by a double click on the program icon or use the <Enter> key on the keyboard.

Connection to the ServSwitch DKM FX

NOTE: Administrator rights are required.

1. Open the Java tool.

2. Select Switch > Connect in the menu bar.

3. Enter the IP address in the popup input field according to the network configuration of the ServSwitch DKM FX (see Section 4.2.3).

4. Enter the user name and password for the ServSwitch DKM FX (see Section

4.4.1).

5. Confirm your inputs with the button “OK” or reject with “Cancel.”

Figure 4-5. Menu Connection screen.

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Menu structure

Figure 4-6. Example menu view (system-switch).

The menu structure of the Java tools is subdivided into various sections:

• Menu bar (top line)

• Toolbar (second line)

• Tab bar (third line)

• Task area (left menu section)

• Working area (right menu section)

• Status bar (bottom line section)

Operating Instructions

The operation of the Java tool is intuitive and corresponds to the user interface of common operating systems.

The Java tool contains its own support function.

This ServSwitch DKM FX manual only describes how to find and open the appropriate menus in the Java tool. For further operation, use the support function of the tool.

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You can activate or deactivate the integrated help texts in the working area of the Java tool by checking the box in the upper right corner.

Mouse Control

You can select between the following mouse commands:

Table 4-6. Mouse commands.

Function Mouse command

Menu selection, marking Left mouse button

Open function-specific selection menus Double-click the left mouse button

Open content-specific selection menus Right mouse button

Keyboard Control

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-7. Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard command

Cursor to the left <Cursor Left>

Cursor to the right <Cursor Rig ht>

Line up <Cursor Up>

Line down <Cursor Down>

Previous page in input or status menus with more than one page <Page Up>

Next page in input or status menus with more than one page <Page Down>

Next field in input menus <Tab>

Previous field in input menus <Left-Shift> + <Tab>

• Switching in selection fields between t wo conditions (checkmark or not)

• Open already marked fields with editing or selecting capablility

• In menus: data saving

• Menu item selection

• Leave tables

• Jump from tables into the next field

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Table 4-7 (Continued). Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard command

• Leave tables

• Jump from tables into the previous filed

Open content-specific selection menus Right mouse button

NOTE: Various functions within the menus in the menu bar can be executed with

the provided keyboard commands (for example, press <Ctrl> + <S> to execute Save) that are listed to the right of the respective menu item.

Reload Options

The information shown in the Java tool can be reloaded in different ways.

• Via <F5> key on the used keyboard

• Via Edit > Reload in the menu bar

• Via “Reload” Symbol in the symbol bar

Context Function

The Java tool offers several context functions that support a user friendly and effective operation of the tool. The context functions are described in the respective chapters.

To execute a context function, use the right mouse button on the corresponding field and select the desired function.

Sorting Function

Lists and tables in the Java tool offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search.

1. For ascending sort status, use the left mouse button once to click into the header of the column you want to sort.

The sort status is indicated by an arrow that points upwards.

2. For descending sort, use the left mouse button twice to click on the header of the column that you want to sort. The sort is displayed by an arrow that points downwards.

3. To cancel the sort, use the left mouse button once or twice to click on the header of the column that is sorted until the displayed arrow disappears.

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Filter Function

Lists and tables in the Java tool offer a filter function that enables a fast and smooth search.

1. To activate a filter, use the right mouse button to click on the header of the column you want to filter and select Set Filter.

2. Write the word or part of a word you want to filter directly into the header.

The filter results are shown immediately.

3. To delete a filter, use the right mouse button to click on the header of the column you want to filter and select Clear Filter.

NOTE: An asterix in the header indicates an active filter.

The filter function is based on the functional principle of common Web

search engines.

Configuration in the Java Tool

You can only change configuration and system settings via Java tool in off-line mode without a direct connection between ServSwitch DKM FX and Java tool.

To activate a configuration in the ServSwitch DKM FX:

1. Select “File > Upload to” in the menu bar.

2. Enter the IP address of the ServSwitch DKM FX (see Section 4.2.3) and the name and password of the user authorization and select the storage location of the new configuration (default or config01-08) in the menu “Select Configuration.”

3. Select “Switch > Connect” in the menu bar and enter the IP address of the matrix and the name and password for user authorization.

4. Select “Administration > Activate Configuration” in the task area and select the storage location that you selected above.

5. Use the “Activate” button to open the selected configuration within the matrix.

The connection and the open tab will close, and the matrix will restart.

NOTE: During the activation of a configuration, the matrix is temporarily not

available.

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4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface

Figure 4-7. RS-232 icon.

The ServSwitch DKM FX operating system offers various functions for operation via serial interface. There are telegrams for switching single or all connections available, both unidirectional and bidirectional. There are also telegrams for an overall definition of the total switching status and for saving and loading such switching states.

The ServSwitch DKM FX has an option that provides an echo of all affected switching operations via serial interface or network interface. It enables you to track the current configurations of the matrix at any time so you can update your own applications.

You can also switch ServSwitch DKM FX clones as slaves (stacking) in parallel via a serial network interface.

4.3 Assignment

The ServSwitch DKM FX enables you to create a console-specific or a CPU-specific assignment.

• You can assign virtual CPUs to real CPUs.

• You can assign real consoles to virtual consoles.

4.3.1 Virtual CPU to real CPU

Switch several consoles to the same CPU. If there are several consoles connected to a virtual CPU that is assigned to a real CPU, you will only have to change the real CPU once and all the consoles will receive the video signal of the new CPU.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java.

Figure 4-8. OSD and Java icons.

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Select “Assignment > Virtual to Real CPU” in the task area.

Figure 4-9. Menu assignment—Virtual to Real CPU screen.

For an assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select a virtual CPU in the “Virtual CPU” list.

2. Double-click in the “Real CPU” column to get a list of all available real CPUs.

3. Select a real CPU.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-8. Selection buttons.

Button Function

Send Send assignments to the matrix

Reload Reload changes

NOTE: By activating the Auto Send function in the left lower corner of the

working area, switching operations will occur immediately without pressing the Send button to confirm.

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The selection boxes in the Real CPU column contain a filter function for an easy selection of single consoles from a larger pool of consoles (see Section 4.2.2).

The Java tool additionally offers the possibility to go directly from the Assignment menu to the Definition menu to check specific settings for the respective console or CPU.

Use the right mouse button to select the respective console or CPU and select “Open CON Device” or “Open CPU Device.”

4.3.2 Real Console to Virtual Console

You can assign real consoles to virtual consoles in this menu.

Using this function, you can change access permissions of the virtual console and apply them to all assigned real consoles, too.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java.

Figure 4-10. OSD and Java icons.

Java Tool

Select “Assignment > Real to Virtual Console” in the task area.

Figure 4-11. Menu Assignment—Real to Virtual Console screen.

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To place an assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select the required real console in the table Real Console.

2. Double-click in the Virtual Console column to get a list of all available virtual consoles.

3. Select the required virtual console.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-9. Send and Cancel

selection buttons.

Button Function

Send Send assignments to the matrix

Cancel Reject changes

NOTE: If you activate the Auto Send function in the left lower corner of the

working area, switching operations will occur automatically without pressing the Send button to confirm.

The selection boxes in the Virtual Console column contain a filter function so you can easily select a single CPU from a larger pool of CPUs (see Section 4.2.2).

4.4 System Settings

You can configure the following system settings at the ServSwitch DKM FX.

NOTE: Only users with administrator rights can configure the system settings.

4.4.1 System Data

The system configuration is set in this menu.

You can access the menu via OSD and Java:

Figure 4-12. OSD and Java icons.

Select from the following settings:

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Table 4-10. System data settings.

Field Selection Description

Device Tex t Enter the device name of the matrix (default: SWITCH 01)

Name Tex t

Info Tex t

Activated

Slave

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Auto Save

Enable COM echo

Enable LAN echo

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Enter the name of the configuration that is used to save the current settings (default: Standard)

Additional text field to describe the configuration (default: Factory settings)

If the matrix is defined as a slave in the OSD, the user will lose control automatically. Use the keyboard command <Shift><Shift><s><o>to recover control. The OSD will open again in the matrix defined as slave.

Save the current configuration of the matrix in the flash memory periodically.

Send all performed switching commands in the matrix as an echo via serial interface.

NOTE: Enable this function when using media control via the serial

interface.

Send all performed switching commands in the matrix as an echo via LAN connection.

NOTE: Enable this function when using media control via the serial

interface.

Synchronize

Master IP address

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Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Numerical value

Synchronize the slave matrix according to the switch status of the master matrix.

Set the network address of the master matrix (default value:

000.000.000.000)

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Select Configuration > System in the main menu.

Figure 4-13. Menu Configuration—System screen.

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Table 4-11. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Figure 4-14. Menu System—System Data.

4.4.2 Automatic ID

From this menu, you can automatically create CPU and CON devices‘ settings by connecting a new extender unit.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 4-15. OSD and Java icons.

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You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-12. Automatic ID settings.

Field Selection Description

Enable Auto Config

Activated

Deactivated Function not active

Automatically creates a new CPU or CON device if new extender unit s are connected (default)

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ID Real CPU Device

ID Virtual CPU Device

ID Real CON Device

ID Virtual CON Dev ice

Numerical value Initial value of the automatic ID for real CPUs (default value: 1000)

Numerical value Initial value of the automatic ID for virtual CPUs (default value : 200 0)

Numerical value Initial value of the automatic ID for real CONs (default value: 3000 )

Numerical value Initial value of the automatic ID for virtual CONs (default value: 4000)

OSD

Select Configuration > System in the main menu.

Figure 4-16. Menu Configuration—System screen.

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Table 4-13. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select “System > Automatic ID” in the task area.

Figure 4-17. Menu System—Automatic ID screen.

4.4.3 Access

The access configuration is set in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 4-18. OSD and Java icons.

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Field Selection Description

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Enable User Login

Enable User ACL

Auto Disconnect

OSD Timeout

Auto Logout 0–999 minutes

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

0–999 seconds

The user has to log in with a user name and a password code to enter OSD. Thereafter, the user remains logged in until he explicitly logs out or an auto logout is effected.

CPU access is restricted according to the permissions in the ACL (Access Control List).

• User login is required.

• Switching by keyboard hotkeys requires a prior login.

Upon opening the OSD, the console will automatically disconnect from the current CPU.

Period of inactivity after which OSD will close automatically.

• Select 0 seconds, for no timeout (default: 0 seconds)

Period of inactivity after which a user is automatically logged out from the OSD at this console.

• The timer is not active as long as the OSD is open.

• Select 0 minutes, for no timeout (default: 0 minutes)

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Select Configuration > Access in the main menu.

Figure 4-19. Menu Configuration Access screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-15. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Select System > Access in the task area.

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Figure 4-20. Menu System—Access screen.

4.4.4 Switch

The configuration of the switching parameters is set in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 4-21. OSD and Java icons.

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You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-16. Switch settings.

Field Selection Description

The user can switch to any CPU as an observer, even to ones that are already assigned to another user (observer without keyboard/mouse access).

Video Sharing

Force Conne ct

Force Disconnect

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

• NOTE: Switch with the <Space> key , not the <Enter> key.

• The operator will not be informed if further users connect as an

observer to the CPU that is connected to his console.

The user can connect to every single CPU as an operator, even to ones that are related to another user.

• NOTE: The previous user is set to video-only status.

• To share K /M control, Force Connect must be activated.

Extension of Force Connect: If the user connects to a CPU as an operator that is already related to another user, the connection to the previous user will be completely disconnected.

NOTE: To share K/M control, Force Connect must be deactivated.

CPU Auto Conne ct

CPU Timeout

Keyboard Conne ct

Mouse Conne ct

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Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

0–999 minutes

Activated Activate request of K/ M control by keyboard event (key will be lost)

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated Activate request of K/ M control by mouse event

Deactivated Function not active (default)

If a console is not connected to a CPU, you can establish an automatic connection to the next available CPU by pressing any key or mouse button.

Period of inactivity after which a console will automatically disconnect from its current CPU. (default value = 0 minutes)

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Field Selection Description

Period of inactivity of a connected console after which K/ M control can be requested by other consoles connected to the CPU.

Release Time

0–999 seconds

NOTE: If the options Keyboard Connect and/or Mouse Connect are activated, the

Release Time condition must be met until a new user gains control.

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Select Configuration > Switch in the main menu.

• NOTE: Set “0” for an immediate transfer in real time.

• Only one console can have keyboard and mouse control at the same

time. The other consoles that are connected to the same CPU have a video-only status (default value: 10 seconds)

Figure 4-22. Menu configuration–System.

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Table 4-17. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select “System > Switch” in the task area.

Figure 4-23. Menu system—switch.

4.4.5 Network

The network configuration is set in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 4-24. OSD and Java icons.

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Table 4-18. Network settings.

Field Selection Description

DHCP

Activated

Deactivated Function not active

IP address Byte Input of the IP address in the form “192.168.1.1,” if DHCP is not active

The net work settings are automatically supplied by a DNS server (default)

Subnet Mask

Gateway By te

Byte

Input of the subnet mask in the form “255.255.255.0,” if DHCP is not active (default 255.255.255.0)

Input of the subnet mask in the form “192.168.1.1,” if DHCP is not active

NOTE: To activate the modified network parameters, restart the ServSwitch DKM.

CAUTION: Consult your system administrator before modifying the network

parameters. Otherwise, unexpected results and failures can occur in combination with the network.

OSD

Select “Configuration > Network” in the main menu.

Figure 4-25. Menu Configuration—Network screen.

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Table 4-19. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select System > Network in the task area.

Figure 4-26. Menu system—network.

4.4.6 Date and Time

Date and Time are set in this menu.

You can access the menu via OSD:

Figure 4-27. OSD icon.

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Table 4-20. Date and time settings.

Field Selection Description

Month 1 –12 Enter month

Date 1–31 Enter date

Yea r 1–99 Enter year

Day of the week

Hours 0–23 Enter hour

Minutes 0–59 Enter minute

Seconds 0 –59 Enter second

OSD

Select “Configuration > Date+Time” in the main menu.

1–7 Enter week

Figure 4-28. Menu Configuration—Date and Time screen.

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You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-21. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

4.5 User Settings

You have the possibility to configure the following user settings:

User Data

New users and their user settings and permissions are set in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to access the menu:

Figure 4-29. OSD and Java icons.

You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-22. User data settings.

Field Selection Description

Name Tex t User name (case-sensitive)

Password Text User password (case-sensitive)

Repeat Password

HTTP

FTP

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Tex t Repeat user password (case-sensitive)

Activated Access permission via HTTP

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Access permission via FTP. This setting is necessary for file access from the Java tool or any Web browser.

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Field Selection Description

activated Access permission via Telnet

TEL

deactivated Function not active (default)

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activated

deactivated Function not active (default)

activated

ADM

deactivated Function not active (default)

• User has rights

• Permission for crosspoint operations

• Permission for system configuration and all switching operations

• User has administrator rights

• This setting is required for an online connection with the Java tool

OSD

Select “Configuration > User” in the main menu.

Figure 4-30. Menu Configuration—User screen.

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Table 4-23. OSD settings.

Button Func tion

New Create a new user

Edit Edit an existing user

Delete Delete an existing user

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select “User > User Data” in the task area.

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Figure 4-31. Menu User—User Data screen.

Table 4-24. OSD settings.

Button Func tion

New Create a new user

Delete Delete an existing user

Apply Create a new user account

Cancel Reject changes

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To configure user access rights for CPUs, proceed as follows:

1. Select a user in the User Data list.

2. By using the right mouse button once on a CPU in one of the respective access lists (Full Access, Video Access, and No Access), two lists for selection will appear in which the respective CPU can be moved and the access rights can be changed.

3. Confirm the configuration by pressing the “Apply” button.

To create a new user, proceed as follows:

1. Press the “New” button.

2. Select a template of an existing user if applicable (choose template).

3. Press the “OK” button.

4. Set password.

5. Set general access permissions.

6. Set user permissions for CPU access (paste function).

7. Set user favorites for OSD access.

8. Press the “Apply” button to save the new user settings.

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-25. Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard Command

Add CPU to Full Access list < F>

Add CPU to Video Access list <V>

Add CPU to No Access list <N>

4.6 Extender Settings

All extender units are managed in this menu. This also contains the creation of new extender units and the deletion of existing extender units.

The extender unit describes the connection of a physical extender to the matrix. Every extender board with a direct cable connection to the matrix is recognized as an extender unit. Dual-head KVM extenders will be recognized as two independent extender units.

NOTE: KVM extenders automatically create extender units inside the matrix.

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To access the menu, use OSD or Java:

Figure 4-32. OSD and Java icons.

Table 4-26. OSD settings.

Field Selection Description

ID Te xt

Name Tex t Name of the extender unit

Fixed

Port

Activated Create an extender unit with a fixed port assignment (default)

Deactivated Function not ac tive (default)

1–288 (depending on the matrix)

Numerical value of the extender ID (KVM extenders : ID is provided by extender unit [serial no.] and cannot be changed)

Port number of the ex tender unit

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Select “Configuration > EXT Units” in the main menu.

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Figure 4-33. Menu Configuration—EXT Units screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-27. Extender (EXT) units settings.

Button Func tion

New Create an ex tender unit

Edit Edit an existing extender unit

Delete Delete an existing extender unit

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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The settings for the tab OSD Data are described in Section 4.8.2.

Java Tool

Select “Definition > EXT Units” in the task area.

Figure 4-34. Menu Definition—EXT Units screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-28. OSD settings.

Button Func tion

New Create a new extender unit

Delete Delete an existing unit

Apply Confirm changes of an ex tender unit

Cancel Reject changes

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1. To create a new extender unit press the button “New.”

2. Select whether a template of an existing extender unit (“Choose extender as template”), a template of an predefined extender type (“Choose extender type”) or no template (“None”) should be used.

3. Press the “OK” button.

4. Set all relevant parameters for the extender unit.

5. Press the “Apply” button to save the new extender unit.

CAUTION: Created extender units are always set as fixed port extenders. These

configurations are necessary, if you want to switch, for example, USB

2.0 connections via the matrix.

4.7 CPU Settings

New CPU devices are configured in this menu including their assignment to extenders.

The assignment helps to describe and switch more complex computer configurations (for example, Quad-Head with USB 2.0) in the matrix.

You can access the menu via the OSD or Java icon:

Figure 4-35. OSD and Java icons.

You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-29. CPU settings.

Field Selection Description

ID Te xt ID of the CPU unit (see Section 4.4.2)

Name Tex t Name of the CPU device

Fixed

Activated Create new CPU device as a virtual one

Deactivated Function not ac tive (default)

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Select “Configuration > CPU Units” in the main menu.

Figure 4-36. Menu Configuration—CPU Devices screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-30. CPU unit buttons.

Button Function

New R. Create a new real CPU unit

Ne w V. Create a new virtual CPU unit

Edit Edit an existing CPU device

Delete Delete an existing CPU device

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Select “Definition > CPU Devices” in the task area.

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Figure 4-37. Menu Definition—CPU Devices screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-31. CPU devices buttons.

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Button Function

New Create a new CPU device

Delete Delete a new CPU device

Apply Confirm a created CPU device

Cancel Reject changes

> Assign selected extender units

>> Assign all available ex tender units

< Remove the selected extender units

<< Remove all extender units

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-32. Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard Command

Change assignment number of the extender unit upwards <+>

Change assignment number of the extender unit downwards <->

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To create a new CPU device, proceed as follows:

1. Press the “New” button.

2. Select whether a real CPU (“Create a real CPU”) or a virtual CPU (“Create a virtual CPU”) should be created or a template of an existing CPU should be used (“Choose template”).

NOTE: A template can be used only if there is at least one existing CPU device.

3. Press the “OK” button.

4. Determine all parameters that are relevant for the CPU.

5. To confirm the new CPU, press the “Apply” button.

To access a new CPU via matrix, an assignment of one or more CPU type extender units is required. Proceed as follows:

1. Select the new CPU in the CPU devices list.

2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender available list.

3. Perform the assignment by pressing the “>”button. To assign all available extenders to the CPU, press the “>>” button.

The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list.

4. Confirm the assignment by pressing the “Apply” button.

To remove an extender assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select a CPU in the CPU Devices list.

2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender assigned list.

3. Remove the assignment with the button <. To remove all existing assignments, press the button <<.

4. Confirm the removal with the “Apply” button.

4.8 Console Settings

You can perform the following console settings:

4.8.1 CON Devices

New CON devices are created in this menu including access rights and assignment to extenders.

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You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 4-38. OSD and Java icons.

You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-39. CON devices settings.

Field Selection Description

ID Te xt ID of the CON unit (see Section 4.4.2)

Name Tex t Name of the CON device

Virtual device

Allow login

Force login

Activated Create new CON devicd as a virtual one

Deactivated Function not ac tive (default)

Activated Allow user login at this CON device

Deactivated Function not active

Activated Force user login at this CON device

Deactivated Function not active

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Select “Configuration > CON Devices” in the main menu.

Figure 4-39. Menu Configuration—CON Devices screen.

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You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-34. CON devices buttons.

Button Function

New R. Create a real console

Ne w V. Create a virtual console

Edit Edit an existing console

Delete Delete an existing console

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Select “Definition > CON Devices” in the task area.

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Figure 4-40. Menu Configuration—CON Devices screen.

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Table 4-35. Menu configuration—

CON devices buttons.

Button Function

New Open a new CON device

Delete Delete a new CON device

Apply Confirm a created CON device

Cancel Reject changes

> Assign selected extender units

>> Assign all available ex tender units

< Remove the selected extender units

<< Remove all extender units

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-36. Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard Command

Decrease assignment number of the extender unit <+>

Increase assignment number of the extender unit <->

To create a new console, proceed as follows:

1. Press the “New” button.

2. Select “Create a real Console” to create a real console or a select “Create a virtual Console” to create a virtual console, or select “Choose template” to use the template of an existing console.

3. Press the “OK” button.

4. Determine all parameters that are relevant for the console.

5. To confirm a created console, press the “Apply” button.

To run a created CPU via matrix, you need to assign one or more CON units (extenders). To place an assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select the console in the CON devices list to be assigned to an extender.

2. Select the extender in the Extender available list to be assigned to the CON.

3. Perform the assignment by pressing the “>” button. To assign all available extenders to the console, press the “>>” button. The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list.

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4. Confirm the assignment by pressing the “Apply” button.

To remove an extender assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select the console in the CON devices to be modified list.

2. Select the extender(s) in the Extender assigned to be removed list.

3. Remove the assignment with the “<” button. To remove all existing assignments, press the “<<” button.

4. Confirm the changes by pressing the “Apply” button.

To configure the access rights of consoles to CPUs, proceed as follows:

1. Select a console in the CON devices list.

2. Open the “CPU Access Control” tab.

3. Assign new access rights by using the right mouse button or the respective keyboard commands (see below).

4. Confirm the configuration by pressing the “Apply” button.

NOTE: Once created, a new user automatically receives full access to all available

CPUs.

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-37. Keyboard commands.

Function Keyboard Command

Add CPU to Full Access list <F>

Add CPU to Video Access list <V>

Add CPU to No Access list <N>

4.8.2 Mouse and Keyboard

From this menu, you can set the OSD configuration for mouse and keyboard. You can access the menu via OSD or Java.

Figure 4-41. OSD and Java icons.

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Field Selection Description

Horizontal speed 1/x 1–9

Vertical speed 1/x 1–9

Double-click 100 –800

Keyboard layout Region

Adjusts the horizontal mouse speed: 1= slow, 9 = fast (default value = 4)

Adjusts the vertical mouse speed: 1= slow, 9 = fast (default value = 5)

Adjusts the time slot for a double-click (default value = 200 ms)

Set the OSD keyboard layout according to the keyboard you are using (default: German [ DE] )

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Video mode

Variable or specific resolution

Resolution that is used when opening OSD

NOTE: The mouse and keyboard settings are console specific. You can set them

separately for every console.

OSD

Select “Configuration > EXT Units” in the main menu.

Figure 4-42. Menu Configuration—EXT Units screen.

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You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-39. Buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select “Definition > EXT Units” in the task area.

NOTE: Set mouse and keyboard settings using the OSD Data tab.

Figure 4-43. Menu Definition—EXT Units screen.

4.9 Saving and Loading Configurations

You can set the following configurations:

4.9.1 Active Configuration

Use the OSD button to access the menu:

Figure 4-44. OSD button.

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Select “Configuration > Save” in the main menu.

By selecting this menu item, the active configuration of the matrix is saved to the permanent matrix memory. By default, the last configuration that has been saved in this way will be restored after the matrix restarts.

NOTE: Changing or saving configurations blocks the matrix memory and freezes

all OSD menus for a few seconds. The switching connections are not affected by this freeze.

If you select “Auto Save” within the system settings, it will automatically save the configuration periodically.

4.9.2 Saving Configurations (Internal)

In this menu, the current matrix configuration to predefined storage locations is saved. However, it does not replace configuration buffering.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 4-45. OSD and Java icons.

In Active, the name and detailed information of the current configuration are shown. This configuration can be saved now.

In Default and File #1 to File #8, the name and the detailed information of the respective saved configuration are shown. You can overwrite these storage locations.

The storage location to be overwritten by the current configuration must be selected explicitly.

Afterwards, the current configuration will be saved to this storage location and will be immediately shown in the menu. The previously saved configuration that was saved to this storage location is deleted.

OSD

You can save the created configuration within eight storage locations in the matrix (File #1–File #8). You can also save a configuration as the default configuration.

1. Select “Configuration > Save As…” in the main menu.

2. Select the required storage location “(File #1–File #8)” or “Default.”

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Figure 4-46. Menu Configuration—Save As screen.

Java Tool

To save the configuration into the internal matrix memory, proceed as follows:

1. Select “File > Upload to…” in the menu bar.

2. Enter the IP address of the matrix, your user name, and your password, and select the storage location where the configuration will be saved (default or config01–config08).

3. Press the “OK” button to confirm.

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Figure 4-47. Menu File—Upload to screen.

4.9.3 Loading of Configurations (Internal)

Previously saved configurations are loaded in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to load configurations from files:

Figure 4-48. OSD and Java icons.

In Active, the currently loaded configuration is displayed.

In addition to the default configuration, you can load up to eight further configurations.

Select the configuration to be loaded from eight personalizable configurations and the default settings.

The selected configuration will be immediately loaded and displayed in the menu as “Active.” The previously active configuration is deleted.

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OSD

1. Select “Configuration > Open” in the main menu.

2. Select the desired configuration.

3. Load the configuration by pressing the <Enter> key.

Figure 4-49. Menu Configuration—Open screen.

Java Tool

1. Select “Administration > Activate Configuration” during on-line mode in the task area.

2. Select the required configuration.

3. Load the configuration by pressing the “Activate” button.

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Figure 4-50. Menu Administration—Activate Configuration on Switch screen.

4.9.4 Saving Configurations (External)

You can save created configurations as a file, so that they will be independent of the matrix and transportable.

You have the following possibility to access the menu:

Figure 4-51. Java icon.

1. Select “File > Save As” in the menu bar.

2. Select the directory of the configuration on your storage medium where it will be saved.

NOTE: Configurations are always saved in a file with the ending “dtc.”

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Figure 4-52. Menu File—Save As screen.

4.9.5 Loading Configurations (External)

Externally saved configurations are opened and activated in this menu.

You have the following possibilities to load configurations from files:

1. Select “File > Open…” during off-line mode and select the storage location of the configuration file that has to be opened.

2. Open the configuration by pressing the “Open” button.

3. Select “File > Upload to…” in the menu bar to transfer the opened configuration to the matrix. Enter the necessary parameters.

4. Select “Switch > Connect” in the menu bar to make a connection between the matrix and the Java tool. Enter the necessary parameters.

5. Select “Administration > Activate Configuration” and select the configuration to be activated.

6. Confirm the process with the “Activate” button.

The opened configuration is activated now and can be used.

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Figure 4-53. Menu File–Open screen.

4.10 Export and Import Options

The ServSwitch DKM FX offers the possibility to read out available configuration lists (extender, CPUs, consoles and users) for exporting and importing again via Java tool. You have the following possibilities to handle configuration lists.

Exported configuration lists are always saved in “.csv” format that allows off-line editing with common spreadsheet applications.

You have the following possibilities to export or import configuration lists:

Figure 4-54. Java icon.

4.10.1 Export Options

Configuration lists are exported in this menu. To export, proceed as follows:

1. Select “File > Export” in the menu bar.

2. After opening the menu, select the list to export (Extender, CPU, Console or User).

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3. Select the storage location for the export file.

4. Confirm the export with the “Finish” button.

Figure 4-55. Menu File–Export screen.

4.10.2 Import Options

Configuration lists are imported in this menu. To import, proceed as follows:

1. Select “File > Import” in the menu bar.

2. After opening the menu, select the list to import (Extender, CPU, Console or User).

3. Select the directory of the list to import.

4. Confirm the import with the “Finish” button.

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Figure 4-56. Menu File–Import screen.

4.11 Firmware Update

The firmware of the matrix can be updated in this menu.

To access the menu, use the Java icon:

Figure 4-57. Java icon.

1. Select “Administration > Update Firmware” in the task area.

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Figure 4-58. Menu Administration–Update Firmware screen.

2. Select the directory in the lower part of the working area in which the update files can be found.

3. Select those modules in the list that have to be updated and enable the respective checkbox in the Update column.

4. Start the update by pressing the “Update” button in the lower part of the working area.

5. Restart the matrix by pressing the “Restart matrix” button in the lower part of the working area.

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