Black Box ACXC32, ACXC48, ACXC16 User Manual

ACX0 48 ACXIO8-C ACXSFPC ACX288 -PS ACX080 ACXIO8-SM ACXSFPS ACXC16 ACX160 ACXIO8-SPF ACX080 -PS ACXC32 ACX288 ACX288 -C TL AC X160- PS ACXC4 8

ServSwitch™ DKM FX and DKM FX Compact

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

Customer

Support

Information

Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (out side U.S. call 724-746-5500) FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax

724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corp oration, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 • Web site: ww w.blackbox.com • E-mail: info @blackbox.com

Trademarks Used in this Manual

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

Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

Java is a registered trademark of Oracle Corporation.

TOSLINK is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.

NOTE: The ServSwitch DKM FX and the ServSwitch DKM FX Compact function in

similar ways. The difference between them is described in the table below.

Table 1. ServSwitch DKM FX and DKM FX Compact comparison.

Serv Switch DKM FX Compact ServSwitch DKM FX

Number of Ports 16-, 32-, 48 -por t options 48-, 80-, 160-, 288-port options

Type of Ports CATx I/O ports only CATx/fiber I/O ports dependent on I/O card

Form Factor Small form factor (1U) Large form factor (4U+)

Modular or Not Not modular Modular

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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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NOM Statement

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.

• Only connect devices to the serial interface that are sufficiently secured against

short circuits and false voltages at the serial interface.

• To disconnect the switch from the power supply, remove the power cords of all

power supply units that are in use or set the power switch (if available) to the OFF position.

• 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 .........................................................................................11

1.1 I nte rf ac es .........................................................................................11

1.1.1 DVI-D Single Link ..................................................................11

1.1.2 USB HID ................................................................................11

1.1.3 RJ-45 (Network) ....................................................................12

1.1.4 RS -232 (Serial ) .......................................................................12

1.1.5 RJ-45 (Interconnect) ..............................................................12

1.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) ...........................................12

1.1.7 SDI (Interconnect) ..................................................................12

1.2 Interconnect Cable ..........................................................................12

1.2.1 CATx......................................................................................12

1.2.2 Fiber ......................................................................................13

1.2.3 Coaxial ..................................................................................14

1.3 Supported Peripherals .....................................................................15

1.4 Connector Pinouts ...........................................................................15

1.4.1 CPU Board .............................................................................15

1.4.2 I/O Board CATx .....................................................................17

1.4.3 I/O Board SFP ........................................................................17

1.4.4 I/O Board SDI ........................................................................17

1.5 Power Supply...................................................................................18

1.6 Environmental Conditions ................................................................18

1.7 Size......... . ........................................................................................18

1.8 Shipping Weight ..............................................................................18

2. Overview............ ......................................................................................19

2.1 Description ......................................................................................19

2.1.1 A ppl ic at io n ............................................................................19

2.1.2 Access Options ......................................................................19

2.2 System Overview ............................................................................ 20

2.3 Available Products ...........................................................................21

2.4 What’s Included ..............................................................................21

2.5 Device Views .................................................................................. 23

2.5.1 ServSwitch DKM FX 288-Port .............................................. 23

2.5.2 ServSwitch DKM FX 160-Port ...............................................24

2.5.3 ServSwitch DKM FX 80-Port .................................................25

2.5.4 ServSwitch DKM FX 48-Port .................................................26

2.5.5 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 48-Port ..................................26

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2.5.6 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 32-Port ................................. 28

2.5.7 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 16-Port ................................. 29

2.6 Diagnostics and Status ................................................................... 30

2.6.1 Status LEDs ........................................................................... 30

2.6.2 Port Status ............................................................................ 38

2.6.3 Extender OSD ....................................................................... 42

2.6.4 Network Status .................................................................... 43

2.6.5 Firmware Status .................................................................... 45

2.6.6 Firmware Status Extender ......................................................47

2.7 Trace Function ................................................................................ 48

2.8 Syslog Monitoring ........................................................................... 49

2.9 SNMP .........................................................................................51

3. Installation ............................................................................................. 53

3.1 System Setup .................................................................................. 53

3.2 Example Applications ..................................................................... 54

3.2.1 KVM Matrix ..........................................................................55

3.2.2 Video Matrix ........................................................................ 56

3.2.3 Parallel Operation (Stacking)................................................. 56

3.2.4 Cascading ............................................................................ 58

4. Configuration .........................................................................................59

4.1 Command Mode .............................................................................59

4.2 Control Options .............................................................................. 60

4.2.1 Control via OSD ....................................................................61

4.2.2 Control via Java Tool ............................................................ 65

4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface ................................................... 73

4.3 Assignment .....................................................................................74

4.3.1 Virtual CPU ............................................................................74

4.3.2 Virtual Console ..................................................................... 77

4.4 System Settings .............................................................................. 80

4.4.1 System Data ......................................................................... 80

4.4.2 Automatic ID ........................................................................ 83

4.4.3 Access .................................................................................. 85

4.4.4 Switch .................................................................................. 88

4.4.5 Network ................................................................................91

4.4.6 Date and Time ...................................................................... 94

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4.5 User Settings ................................................................................... 96

4.5.1 User Data ............................................................................. 96

4.5.2 Favorites List Users ............................................................. 100

4.5.3 User Macros ........................................................................103

4.6 Extender Settings ......................................................................... 106

4.6.1 Creating Flex-Port Extender Units ....................................... 109

4.6.2 Creating Fixed-Port Extender Units .................................... 109

4.6.3 Deleting Flex-Port Extender Units ....................................... 109

4.6.4 Deleting Fixed-Port Extender Units ..................................... 109

4.7 CPU Settings .................................................................................. 110

4.8 Console Settings ............................................................................114

4.8.1 CON Devices .......................................................................11 4

4.8.2 Mouse and Keyboard ..........................................................118

4.8.3 Extender OSD ......................................................................121

4.8.4 Favorite List Consoles ..........................................................123

4.8.5 Console Macros ..................................................................125

4.9 Saving and Loading of Configurations ...........................................129

4.9.1 Active Configuration ...........................................................129

4.9.2 Saving of Configurations (Internal) ......................................129

4.9.3 Loading of Configurations (Internal) ....................................131

4.9.4 Saving of Configurations (External) .....................................133

4.9.5 Loading of Configurations (External) ...................................134

4.10 Export and Import Options .........................................................135

4.10.1 Export Options ....................................................................135

4.10.2 Import Options ...................................................................136

4.11 Firmware Update ..........................................................................137

4.11.1 Matrix Update .....................................................................137

4.11.2 Extender Update .................................................................139

4.12 License Management ...................................................................143

5. Operation ........................................................................................145

5.1 Operation via Hotkeys .................................................................145

5.1.1 Direct Switching ...............................................................145

5.1.2 Scan Mode ......................................................................14 6

5.1.3 Function Keys <F1>–<F12> .............................................147

5.1.4 Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices .............................147

5.2 KVM Switching ........................................................................... 148

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5.3 Extended Switching ..................................................................... 151

5.4 USB 2.0 Switching .......................................................................157

5.5 Presets ........................................................................................157

5.6 Serial Interface .............................................................................159

5.7 Power On and Power Down Functions ........................................159

5.7.1 Restart .............................................................................159

5 .7. 2 Re se t ................................................................................160

5.7.3 Power Down ....................................................................160

6. Serial Control ........................................................................................161

7. Troubleshooting ...................................................................................173

7.1 External Failure ..............................................................................173

7.2 Video Interference .........................................................................173

7.3 Fans Malfunction ...........................................................................173

7.4 Power Supply Units Malfunction ...................................................174

7.5 Network Error ................................................................................174

7.6 ServSwitch DKM FX Failure ........................................................... 174

7.7 Blank Screen ..................................................................................175

7.8 Contacting Black Box.....................................................................175

7.9 Shipping and Packaging ................................................................176

Appendix. Glossary .....................................................................................177

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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, 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).

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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

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Table 1-11. DB9 connector.

Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

1 Not connected 6 DTR

2 CTS 7 TxD

3 RTS 8 RxD

4 DSR 9 Not connected

5 GND — —

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Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

1.4.2 I/O Board CATx

Picture Pin Signal Color Signal

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Table 1-12. RJ-45 connector.

1 D1+ 5 Not connected

2 D1- 6 D2-

3 D2+ 7 Not connected

4 Not connected 8 Not connected

Table 1-13. RJ-45 CATx connector.

1 D1+ 5 D3-

2 D1- 6 D2-

3 D2+ 7 D4+

4 D3 + 8 D4-

Table 1-14. RJ-45 connector.

Picture Diode Signal

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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 — ACXC48, ACXC32, ACXC16: 90–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz internal power

supply; All other 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); ACXC48, ACXC32, ACXC16: 1.7"H x 17.4"W x 16.9"D (4.4 x 44.4 x 42.9 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) ACXC48: 9 lb. (4.1 kg); ACXC32: 8.8 lb. (4 kg); ACXC16: 8.6 lb. (3.9 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview

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 Compact 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 16 (using the ACXC16), 32 (using the ACXC32), or 48 (using the ACXC48) 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:

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 or DKM FX Compact and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU units/CON units. The ServSwitch connects 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. The ServSwitch DKM FX Compact and the CPU units/CON units communicate over CATx cable.

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 units

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 80-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

Serv Switch DKM FX Compact

ACXC16 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 16-port

ACXC32 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 32-port

ACXC4 8 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 48-port

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-por t single-mode fiber SFP input/output (I / O) module

ACX288-CTL ServSwitch DKM F X controller card

ACXSFPC CATx SFP module

ACXSFPS Single-mode fiber SFP module

ACX080-PS Power supply for ACX04 8 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

ACX-JAV DKM F X Java Switch and Preset License

ACX-SYS DKM FX SNMP Switch and Syslog License

ACX-CAS DKM FX Cascade License

ACX-API DKM FX API License

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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.

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ACX048, ACX80 ACX160, ACX288:

• (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

• (1) cross-wired CATx network cable

ACXC16, ACXC32, ACXC48:

• (1) ServSwitch DKM FX Compact (ACXC16, ACXC32, or ACXC48)

• (2) U.S. power cords (one per built-in power supply unit)

• (2) mounting brackets

• (1) RJ-45/DB9 adapter

• (4) rubber feet

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

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2.5 Device Views

In Sections 2.5.1 through 2.5.4, Figures 2-2 through 2-5 illustrate the ServSwitch DKM FX chassis models. Tables 2-4 through 2-7 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 1–36

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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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

In Sections 2.5.5 through 2.5.7, Figures 2-6 through 2-11 illustrate the ServSwitch DKM FX Compact models. Tables 2-8 through 2-13 describe their components.

2.5.5 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 48-Port

1 2 3 4 5

Figure 2-6. Front view, ACXC48.

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Table 2-8. ACXC48 front-panel

components.

Number Component

1 I/ O ports 1–16

2 I/ O ports 17–32

3 I/ O ports 33–48

4 Serial connection (RJ-45)

5 Network connection (RJ-45)

1 2 3

Figure 2-7. Back view, ACXC48.

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Table 2-9. ACXC48 back-panel

components.

Number Component

1 Power supply unit 1

2 Power supply unit 2

3 Grounding

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2.5.6 ServSwitch DKM FX Compact 32-Port

1 2 3 4

Figure 2-8. Front view, ACXC32.

Table 2-10. ACXC32 components.

Number Component

1 I/ O ports 1–16

2 I/ O ports 17–32

3 Serial connection (RJ-45)

4 Network connection (RJ-45)

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Figure 2-9. Back view, ACXC32.

Table 2-11. ACXC32 back-panel components.

Number Component

1 Power supply unit 1

2 Power supply unit 2

3 Grounding

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1 2 3

Figure 2-10. Front view, ACXC16.

Table 2-12. ACXC16 components.

Number Component

1 I/ O ports 1–16

2 Serial connection (RJ-45)

3 Network connection (RJ-45)

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Figure 2-11. Back view, ACXC16.

Table 2-13. ACXC16 back-panel components.

Number Component

1 Power supply unit 1

2 Power supply unit 2

3 Grounding

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2.6 Diagnostics and Status

2.6.1 Status LEDs

The ServSwitch DKM FX and DKM FX Compact LED indicators are shown in Figures 2-12 through 2-22, and described in Tables 2-14 through 2-25.

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Figure 2-12. CPU board, front view.

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Table 2-14. 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

CATx SFP fiber SFP coax

Figure 2-13. LEDs on the I/O boards.

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Table 2-15. 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 2-14. Ports status LEDs on the I/O boards.

Table 2-16. 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 2-15. Status LEDs on the fan tray.

Table 2-17. 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 2-16. Status LEDs on the power supply unit (ACX288-PS or ACX160-PS).

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Table 2-18. 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 2-17. Status LEDs on the power supply unit (ACX080-PS).

(ACX288-PS or ACX160-PS).

Off Normal temperature

On High temperature

Table 2-19. 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

Status LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48

1 2

Figure 2-18. Status LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

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Table 2-20. Status LEDs on the ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Number LED Status Description

White CPU board is in registration process

1 Status 2

Red flashing Registration at the matrix is started

Off Operating condition

White CPU boad is in registration process

Blue flashing Registration at the matrix is started

2 Status 1

Red flashing Registration is in process

Green flashing Operating condition

Green CPU board de-registered

NOTE: Because LED type varies, “white” might also appear as light purple or light

blue.

LAN Port LEDs on the ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48

1 2

Figure 2-19. LAN port LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Table 2-21. LAN port LEDs on

ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Number LED Status Description

Status LED 1 (orange)

Status LED 2 (green)

On Connection to network is available

Off No connection to net work

Flashing Data traf fic is active

Off Data traf fic is not active

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I/O Port LEDs on the ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48

1 2

Figure 2-20. I/O port LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Table 2-22. I/O port LEDs on

ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Number LED

1 Link status port 1

2 Link status port 2

Table 2-23. Status LEDs at the ports of the

ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48 I/O boards.

Number LED Status Description

Off Initialization

1 Link status

Green Connection via interconnect cable is OK, data traffic is active

Orange Extender is not recognized

Power Supply Unit LEDs on the ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48

1 2

Figure 2-21. Power supply LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

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Table 2-24. Power supply unit LEDs of the

ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48 I/O boards.

Number LED Status Description

Status PSU 1 (green)

Status PSU 2 (green)

Fan Tray Status LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48

On Operating condition

Off Power supply unit off

On Operating condition

Off Power supply unit off

1 2

Figure 2-22. Fan Tray Status LEDs on ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Table 2-25. Fan Tray Status LEDs on the ACXC16, ACXC32, and ACXC48.

Number LED Status Description

Left Fan Status 1 (red)

Left Fan Status 2 (green)

Right Fan Status 2 (green)

Right Fan Status 1 (red)

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On Error indication

Off Operating condition

On Operating condition

Off Fan off

On Operating condition

Off Fan off

On Error indication

Off Operating condition

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2.6.2 Port Status

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

You can access the menu in two ways: OSD or Java.

Figure 2-23. OSD and Java icons.

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 2-24. Menu Status—Matrix View screen, Example #1.

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Figure 2-25. Menu Status—Matrix View screen, Example #1.

Table 2-26. Connection status.

Color Description

Gray Port not connected

Yel low Video connection

Green K VM connection

Red Fault y Port

The symbol in Table 2-27 indicates the extender that is recognized and defined at a certain port.

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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

Port is configured as a CON port for customer-specific applications.

Port is configured as a CPU por t for customer-specific applications.

Table 2-27. Extender recognized.

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

• The port with four static blue squares is currently selected.

• If a port is selected, all the other ports will be shown transparently, except for

those ports that are connected to the currently selected port. To clear a selected port, press the “Clear Selection” button.

• If there is a red cross shown on a port when switching by the matrix view, the

console chosen to be connected does not have access rights to the respective CPU at this port.

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 2-28 is available:

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Table 2-28. 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.

The context functions in Table 2-29 are available:

Table 2-29. 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:

• Press the “F5” key of a connected keyboard.

• Execute “Edit > Reload” in the menu bar.

• Press the “Reload ” button in the tool bar.

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2.6.3 Extender OSD

All extenders used with the matrix switch have an individual OSD to display the connection status of the console.

Figure 2-26. Example view of extender OSD.

Table 2-30. Extender OSD information.

Field Description

CON Name of the extender’s individual console

CPU Name of the currently connected CPU

Full Access: The extender’s indivdual console has a KVM connection to the displayed CPU.

Video Access: The extender’s individual console has a video only connection to the displayed CPU.

Access

Private Mode: The extender’s individual console has a Private Mode connection to the displayed CPU.

Not connected: The individual console is not connec ted to a CPU.

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NOTE: If the Mouse Connect or Keyboard Connect options are used, the name of

the console with keyboard/mouse control will be displayed at those consoles that do not have K/M control at the moment. The console is displayed in yellow under “Access.”

2.6.4 Network Status

The current network configuration is shown in this menu.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 2-27. OSD and Java icons.

OSD

Select “Status > Network” in the main menu.

Figure 2-28. Status—Network screen.

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The following information is shown in the Network Status menu:

Table 2-31. 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

Java Tool

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

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Figure 2-29. 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.

2.6.5 Firmware Status

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

You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 2-30. OSD and Java icons.

Figure 2-31. Menu status—firmware.

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Table 2-32. Menu status—firmware.

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

Java Tool

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

Figure 2-32. Menu Status—Slot Table.

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

“Switch > Save Firmware Status to File....”

3. To read 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 “Name” column by clicking the left-mouse button on the plus or minus symbols to get a better over view.

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Click on the plus resp. minus symbol in the upper right corner of the working area to expand and retract all module information with one click of the left-mouse button.

2.6.6 Firmware Status Extender

The current firmware status of the connected extenders is shown in this menu.

To access the menu, use the Java tool.

Figure 2-33. Java Tool icon.

The following information is shown in this menu:

Table 2-33. Menu status—firmware status extender.

Field Description

Name Description of the firmware

Type Type number

Ports Number of por ts

Cur. Ver sio n Complete description of the current firmware version

Cur. Date Date of the current firmware version

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Select “Status >EXT Firmware” in the task area.

Figure 2-34. Menu status—EXT firmware.

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.

You can request various trace views in the menu:

Figure 2-35. OSD icon.

The following information is shown in this menu:

Table 2-34. Trace menu function.

Field Description

Time Timestamp

Message Detailed description of the event

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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.

2.8 Syslog Monitoring

This menu logs matrix activities, switching operations, and the surveillance of function-critical components (such as fans or power supply units).

Click on the Java icon to access the menu:

Figure 2-36. Java icon.

To start Syslog Monitoring, proceed as follows:

Select the Monitoring symbol in the symbol bar.

Figure 2-37. Monitoring Menu—Syslog.

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Logging system activities start when opening the Monitoring menu, and remain active until the appropriate tab is closed.

During logging, the activities are written continuously into logging files and stored locally. This process can be set with various options.

Options

Select Extras > Options in the menu bar and open the Syslog tab.

The following options are available:

Table 2-35. Syslog options.

Option Description

Log File Directory Default director y to store the log files.

Log File Name Default name of the log file to be saved.

Log File Extension Default ex tension for the log file.

Maximum Log File Size (KB) Allowed maximum size of a log file.

Maximum Number of Log Files Allowd maximum number of log files.

NOTE: When the maximum log file size is reached, a new log file will be created.

When the maximum number of log files is reached, the oldest one will be overwritten with the new information.

Filter Function

To filter relevant messages out of a number of logged activities of the matrix switch, the Syslog Monitoring offers various filter options.

To set and activate a filter, follow these steps:

1. Set the desired filter option(s) by activating the respective checkbox(es).

2. Activate the filter settings by pressing the “Filter” button.

3. To deactivate an activated filter setting, press the “Clear” button.

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The following filter options are available:

Table 2-36. Filter options.

Option Description

Date Messages of a defined range will be filtered.

Facility Messages of a defined facility will be filtered.

Severity Messages of a defined severity will be filtered.

Host Messages of a defined host will be filtered.

Message Messages with defined text parts will be filtered.

NOTE: Filter options are not valid within the locally stored log files.

Recording Function

All messages shown in the Syslog are equipped with various recording functions.

• To store the messages shown in the Syslog (filtered or unfiltered), press the

“Save trace” button. The messages will be stored in a .txt file.

• To remove the messages shown in the Syslog, press the “Clear trace” button.

• To stop recording the messages, press the “Pause” button. To continue

recording, press the button again.

2.9 SNMP

Use SNMP to monitor all function-critical and safety-critical parts of the matrix and to query their status. This function complies with the RFC 1157 standard.

NOTE: During SNMP monitoring, we strongly recommend that you use a

dedicated network to ensure access security.

You can access the menu via OSD or Java:

Figure 2-38. OSD and Java icons.

OSD

To activate SNMP via OSD, follow these steps:

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

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2. Set the option SNMP Agent to “Y” (Yes) under Network Services. Activating this option grants permission to run an active query of the SNMP agent.

3. Set the IP address of the SNMP server under Network Services. This enables active sending of trap messages from the SNMP agent to the SNMP manager.

Java Tool

To activate SNMP via Java tool, follow these steps:

1. Select “System > Network” in the task area.

2. Activate the option SNMP Agent under SNMP. Activating this option grants permission for an active query of the SNMP agent.

3. Set the IP address of the SNMP server under SNMP Server. This enables active sending of trap messages from the SNMP agent to the SNMP manager.

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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 3.2.4 describe typical installations of the ServSwitch DKM FX.

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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).

1 2 3 4 3 5 6

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 ServSwitch DKM F X

5 CON units

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.

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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.

1 2 3 2 4

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 ServSwitch DKM F X

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 and must be connected to the master ServSwitch DKM FX via a network.

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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.

1 2 3 4 6 3 7 8

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

Table 3-3. Parallel operation

(stacking) components.

Number Description

1 Dual-head source computer, CPU

2 CPU units

3 Interconnect cable

4 Ser vSwitch DKM F X (master)

5 Ser vSwitch DKM F X (slave)

6 Network connection master/slave(s)

7 CON units

8 Console (two monitors, keyboards, and mice

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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 “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 units

3 Interconnect cable

4 Ser vSwitch DKM F X (slave)

5 Ser vSwitch DKM F X (master)

6 CON unit

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.

NOTE: If there is no keyboard command executed within 30 seconds after

activating Command Mode, it willl be automatically deactivated.

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-Shif t> (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).

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

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.

Set freely selectable “Hotkey” (exemplary)

To set a freely selectable Hotkey (for example, 2x <space>), use the following keyboard sequence:

Reset “Hotkey”

To set a Hotkey back to the default settings of the extender, press the key combination <Right-Shift> + <Del> within 5 seconds after switching on the CON unit or plugging in a keyboard.

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 can access the ServSwitch DKM FX for configuration and operation in three ways:

• via OSD

• via Java Tool

• via serial interface

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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.

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.

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.

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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

• Lower status area (lowest two text lines)

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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>

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Sorting Function

You can sort lists and tables in the Java Tool.

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.

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Figure 4-3. Login Menu screen.

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

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.

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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.

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 Matrix

NOTE: Administrator rights are required.

1. Open the Java tool.

2. Select Matrix > 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.

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

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

Figure 4-5. Menu Connection screen.

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NOTE: Up to 12 connections between the matrix and the Java tool can be

established at the same time because available sockets are limited.

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.

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The Java tool contains its own support function.

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

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

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

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 (Off-line Configuration)

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 “Matrix > 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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On-line Configuration

Configurations and system settings can be also edited via the Java tool in On-line mode with an active connection between matrix and Java tool.

Figure 4-7. Menu System—System Data.

To edit a configuration in online mode, proceed as follows:

1. Select the menu item “Matrix > Activate Online Configuration Mode.” This setting will also be shown in the lower part of the working area.

2. Make any edits at the configuration and system settings and confirm by pressing the “Apply” button. The changes will be applied immediately.

3. To deactivate the On-line mode, select the menu item “Matrix > Deactivate Online Configuration Mode” in the menu bar.

Options menu

You can adapt and customize the Java tool by editing various default settings.

To activate or change the default settings, proceed as follows:

Select “Extras > Options” in the menu bar. The tab Default Settings will open.

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The default settings parameters are:

Table 4-8. Default settings.

Option Description

IP/Hostname Default IP address of the matrix required for connection.

User Default user name used for connection.

Configuration Directory Default directory for configuration files.

Firmware Directory Default directory for update files.

Status Directory Default direc tory for the firmware status.

Import/ Export Directory Default directory for import and export files.

Presets Directory Default directory for macro files.

To set various font sizes for the Java tool, proceed as follows:

1. Select “Extras > Options” in the menu bar.

2. Open the tab Font.

3. Select the desired font size (normal or large).

Report

The Java tool is equipped with a report function that shows the current switching status and all relevant parts of the matrix configuration in a PDF file.

To create a report, proceed as follows:

1. Select “File > Report...” in the menu bar. A selection assistant will be opened.

2. Select those contents that should be included in the report (Matrix View, EXT Units, CPU Devices, CON Devices, and Users) and confirm with the “Next >” button.

3. Select the preferred location for storage of the report and confirm with the “Finish” button.

The report will be created as a PDF file.

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Figure 4-8. Menu File > Report.

NOTE: The report function can be used in both On-line or Off-line mode of the

Java tool.

4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface

Figure 4-9. 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.

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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

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.

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Figure 4-10. OSD and Java icons.

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OSD

Select “Assignments > Virtual CPU Devices” in the main menu.

Figure 4-11. Menu Assignments – Virtual CPU Devices.

For an assignment, proceed as follows:

1. Select the virtual CPU in the list Virtual Devices that has to be assigned to a real CPU.

2. Press the “Edit” button.

3. Select the CPU in the list Real Devices that has to be assigned to the selected virtual CPU.

4. Press the “OK” button to confirm the assignment.

The assignment will be done.

NOTE: Only one virtual CPU can be assigned to a real CPU.

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

Figure 4-12. Menu assignment—Virtual CPU devices 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 4-9. 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.

The Java tool also 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 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 4-13. OSD and Java icons.

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OSD

Select “Assignments > Virtual CON Devices” in the main menu.

Figure 4-14. Menu Assignments – Virtual CON Devices.

For an assignment, proceed as follows:

1. From the “Virtual Devices” list, select the real console that has to be assigned to a virtual CPU.

2. Press the “Edit” button.

3. Select the virtual console in the list Virtual Devices that has to be assigned to the selected real console.

4. Press the “OK” button to confirm the assignment.

NOTE: A virtual console can be assigned to more than one real console.

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

Figure 4-15. Menu Assignment—Virtual Console Devices screen.

To place an assignment, proceed as follows:

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

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 4-10. 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.

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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 4-16. OSD and Java icons.

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Select from the following settings:

Table 4-11. System data settings.

Field Selection Description

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

Name Te xt

Info Text

Activated

Sub matrix

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.

Slave matrix

Master IP address

Ho r. M ouse Speed 1/x

Ver. Mouse Speed 1/x

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Numerical value

1–9 Adjust the horizontal mouse speed, 1= slow, 9 = fast (default value: 5)

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

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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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Field Selection Description

Double click time

100–800 ms Adjusts the time slot for a double click (default value: 200 ms)

Keyboard layout

Info Text

Sub matrix

Auto Save

Region

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Set the OSD keyboard layout according to the used keyboard; Default: English (US)

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

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

OSD

Select Configuration > System in the main menu.

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Figure 4-17. Menu Configuration—System screen.

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Table 4-12. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Figure 4-18. 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 4-19. OSD and Java icons.

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You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-13. 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)

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.

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Figure 4-20. Menu Configuration—System screen.

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Table 4-14. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

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

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Figure 4-21. 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 4-22. OSD and Java icons.

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Table 4-15. Access settings.

Field Selection Description

Force User Login

Enable User ACL

Enable Console ACL

Enable new user

Enable new CON

Auto Disconnect

OSD Timeout

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

activated

deactivated Function not active (default)

activated Newly-created users automatically receive access to all CPUs

deactivated Function not active (default)

activated Newly-created CON devices automatically receive access to all CPUs

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.

CPU access is restricted according to the permissions of the respective Access Control List (ACL). No login is required.

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)

Auto Logout 0–999 seconds

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Period of inactivity of a logged-in user after which he will be automatically logged out at the console.

There might be a disconnect because of the logout, depending on the defined rights in each CON and user ACL.

• Select 0 minutes, for an automatic use logout when leaving OSD.

• Using the setting -1 allows the user to be logged in permanently,

until a manual logout is executed.

• The timer is not active as long as the OSD is open. (default: 0 minutes)

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Select “Configuration > Access” in the main menu.

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Figure 4-23. Menu Configuration Access screen.

You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-16. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Select “System > Access” in the task area.

Figure 4-24. 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 4-25. OSD and Java icons.

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You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-17. 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.

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CPU Auto Conne ct

CPU Timeout

Keyboard Conne ct

Mouse Conne ct

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)

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

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Table 4-17 (continued). Switch settings.

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 “Keyboard Connect” and/or “Mouse Connect” options are activated,

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

OSD

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)

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Figure 4-26. Menu configuration–System.

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Table 4-18. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

Java Tool

Select “System > Switch” in the task area.

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Figure 4-27. 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 4-28. OSD and Java icons.

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Table 4-19. Network settings.

Field Selection Description

DHCP

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

Subnet mask Byte

Gateway Byte

API service

FTP server

HTTP ser ver

Telnet server

SNMP agent

Syslog

Syslog server Byte Input of the OP address of the Syslog servers in the form “192.168.1.1”

Activated

Deactivated Function not active

Activated

Deactivated Function not active

Activated FTP server for tranmission of configuration files activated.

Deactivated Function not active

Activated HTTP server activated (not yet implemented)

Deactivated Function not active

Activated Telnet server activated (not yet implemented)

Deactivated Function not active

Activated SNMP agent for matrix monitoring active (not yet implemented)

Deactivated Function not active

Activated Syslog server for status request is active

Deactivated Function not active

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

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

LAN interface at the switch activated for access via Java tool (API service port 5555)

Trace

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DEB Activate debug messages in Trace (default: Yes)

INF Activate information messages in Trace (default: Yes)

NOT Activate notification messages in Trace (default: Yes)

WAR Activate warning messages in Trace (default: Yes)

ERR Activate error messages in Trace (default: Yes)

DEB Activate debug messages in Syslog (default: Yes)

INF Activate information messages in Syslog (default: Yes)

NOT Activate notification messages in Syslog (default: Yes)

WAR Activate warning messages in Syslog (default: Yes)

ERR Activate error messages in Syslog (default: Yes)

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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 4-29. Menu Configuration—Network screen.

Table 4-20. Cancel and Save

selection buttons.

Button Function

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Java Tool

Select “System > Network” in the task area.

Figure 4-30. 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 4-31. OSD icon.

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Table 4-21. Date and time settings.

Field Selection Description

Month 1 –12 Enter month

Date 1–31 Enter date

Yea r 1–99 Enter year

Day 1–7

Hours 0–23 Enter hour

Minutes 0–59 Enter minute

Seconds 0 –59 Enter second

OSD

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

Enter day of the week

Figure 4-32. Menu Configuration—Date and Time screen.

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You can select between the following buttons:

Table 4-22. 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:

4.5.1 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 4-33. OSD and Java icons.

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You can select between the following settings:

Table 4-23. User data settings.

Field Selection Description

Name Te xt User name (case-sensitive)

Password Tex t User password (case-sensitive)

Repeat Password

HTTP

FTP

Telnet access

Tex t Repeat user password (case-sensitive)

Activated Access permission via HTTP

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated

Deactivated Function not active (default)

Activated Access permission via Telnet

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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Power User

Super User

Administrator

activated

deactivated Function not active (default)

activated

deactivated Function not active (default)

activated

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

• Permission for system configuration and all switching operations

• User has administrator rights

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

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OSD

Select “Configuration > User” in the main menu.

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Figure 4-34. Menu Configuration—User screen.

Table 4-24. OSD settings.

Button Function

New Create a new user

Edit Edit an existing user

Delete Delete an existing user

Cancel Reject changes

Save Save changes

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Java Tool

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

Figure 4-35. Menu User—User Data screen.

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Table 4-25. OSD settings.

Button Function

New Create a new user

Delete Delete an existing user

Apply Create a new user account

Cancel Reject changes

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.

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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 a user name.

5. Set password.

6. Set general access permissions.

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

8. Set user favorites for OSD access.

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

You can select between the following keyboard commands:

Table 4-26. 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>

4.5.2 Favorites List Users

Individual favorites lists of CPUs that have to be switched frequently can be created for different users in this menu. A Favorites list can contain up to eight sdifferent CPUs.

The switching of the favorites is done via hotkeys using the keyboard.

You can access the menu in two ways: via OSD or Java.

Figure 4-36. OSD and Java tool icons.

OSD

Select “Assignments > User Favorites” in the main menu.

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