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Contents
1 About This Manual ....................................................................... 5
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About This Manual
1 About This Manual
1.1 Scope
This manual describes how to install your (Cross) Repeater, how to
operate it and how to perform trouble shooting.
1.2 Validity
This manual is valid for all devices listed on the front page. The product
code is printed on the base of the devices.
1.3 Cautions and Notes
The following symbols are used in this manual:
This symbol indicates an important operating instruction that should be
followed to avoid any potential damage to hardware or property, loss of
data, or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important information to help you make the best use
of this product.
This symbol indicates best practice information to show recommended
and optimal ways to use this product in an efficient way.
To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your (Cross) Repeater
please note the following guidelines:
Installation
Only use in dry, indoor environments.
The (Cross) Repeater and the power supply units can get warm. Do
not install components in an enclosed space without any airflow.
Do not place the power supply directly on top of the device.
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 chassis.
Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each case, ensure
that the ground connection is maintained from the outlet socket
through to the power supply's AC power input.
Do not connect the link interface to any other equipment, particularly
network or telecommunications equipment.
Take any required ESD precautions.
In order to disconnect the device completely from the electric circuit, all
power cables have to be removed.
Repair
Do not attempt to open or repair a power supply unit.
Do not attempt to open or repair the (Cross) Repeater. There are no
user serviceable parts inside.
Please contact your dealer or manufacturer if there is a fault.
The (Cross) Repeater is basically used in order to double the maximum
cabling distance between a KVM extender CON or CPU Unit or even a
KVM matrix. In addition to that the device can also be used for media
conversion from Cat X to fiber or vice versa.
The device is available as a pure Cat X or fiber version (repeater) and as
a hybrid version of Cat X and fiber (cross repeater) for an additional
electrical/optical signal conversion.
The (Cross) Repeater consists of at least one module depending on the
application.
The device is connected between a KVM extender CON and CPU Unit via
the interconnect cable or can be alternatively connected between a KVM
extender unit and a KVM matrix.
The (Cross) Repeater communicates with both the KVM extenders and a
KVM-Matrix via the interconnect cables.
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System Overview
1 Source (computer, CPU)
2 KVM Extender CPU Unit
3 Interconnect cable (Cat X or fiber)
4 (Cross) Repeater
5 Interconnect cable (Cat X or fiber)
6 KVM Extender CON Unit
7 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
See Chapter 4.3, Page 23 for installation examples.
474-2RMK 19"/1U rack mount kit for 2-fold chassis
474-
2NRMK
474-4RMK 19"/1U rack mount kit for 4-fold chassis
474-6RMK 19"/1U rack mount kit for 6-fold chassis
474-
VPLATE
474-
OPTRED
474-PSU2 Power supply for 2-fold chassis (spare or redundancy)
474-PSU4 Power supply for 4-fold chassis (spare or redundancy)
474-PSU6 Power supply for 6-fold chassis (spare or redundancy)
474-PSU21 Power supply for 6-fold-chassis (spare or redundancy)
474-BLND1 Blind plate 3U/4HP for 2-, 4- and 6-fold chassis
474-BLND2 Blind plate 3U/8HP for 2-, 4- and 6-fold chassis
19"/1U rack mount kit for 2-fold chassis with internal PSU
Fastening strips for screw or snap on for 2-, 4- and 6-fold
chassis
Retrofitting for redundant power supply option (without
power supply) for 2- and 4-fold chassis
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Description
(Cross) Repeaters and the power supply units can get warm and must not
be installed in closed rooms with no air circulation. For rack-mount
installations, at least 0.5 U (height unit) is required above the (Cross)
1 Slot for modules #1
2 Connect to 5VDC power supply (standard)
3 Slot for modules #2
4 Connect to 5VDC power supply (redundancy, optional)
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3.6.2 2-fold Vario Chassis 474-BODY2N
CPU and CON Unit
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Rear View
1 Slot for modules #1
2 Connect to power supply (standard)
3 Slot for modules #2
4 Connect to 5VDC power supply (redundancy)
The 2-fold vario chassis with an internal power supply is not equipped with
a fuse on its primary side. Therefore the protection against excessive
currents has to be provided by the electrical installation of the building.
1 Slot for modules #3
2 Slot for modules #1
3 Connect to 5VDC power supply (standard)
4 Slot for modules #4
5 Slot for modules #2
6 Connect to 5VDC power supply (redundancy, optional)
For operation with three KVM Extender CON modules and a USB 2.0
CON module in a 4-fold vario chassis, two power supplies are necessary.
In this case, redundancy is inapplicable.
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Draco (Cross) Repeater
3.6.4 6-fold Vario Chassis 474-BODY6R
CPU and CON Unit
Rear View
1 Slot for modules #5
2 Slot for modules #3
3 Slot for modules #1
4 Connect to power supply (standard)
5 Connect to 5VDC power supply (standard)
6 Slot for modules #6
7 Slot for modules #4
8 Slot for modules #2
For operation with KVM Extender modules in a 6-fold vario chassis, two
power supplies are necessary. In this case, redundancy is inapplicable.
The 6-fold vario chassis is not equipped with a fuse on its primary side.
Therefore the protection against excessive currents has to be provided by
the electrical installation of the building.
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Description
3.6.5 6-fold Vario Chassis 474-BODY6BP
CPU and CON Unit
Front View
1 Connect to power supply 1
2 Connect to power supply 2 (redundancy)
3 Grounding
Rear View
1 Slot for modules #5
2 Slot for modules #3
3 Slot for modules #1
4 Slot for modules #6
5 Slot for modules #4
6 Slot for modules #2
1 Slot for modules #5
2 Slot for modules #3
3 Slot for modules #1
4 Connect to power supply 1
5 Connect to power supply 2 (redundancy)
6 Slot for modules #2
7 Slot for modules #4
8 Slot for modules #6
The (Cross) Repeater module is fitted with a multi color LED for overall
status indication and with two further LEDs for indication of the connection
status.
First time users are recommended to setup 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.
Please verify that interconnect cables, interfaces, and handling of the
devices comply with the requirements (see Chapter
1. Switch off all devices.
2. Connect the (Cross) Repeater with the interconnect cable(s).
3. Connect the chassis of the (Cross) Repeater to the power supply.
4. Power up the system.
To power up the system, the following sequence is recommended:
Monitor – CON Unit – (Cross) Repeater – CPU Unit – source.
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Installation
4.3 Example Applications
This section illustrates typical installations of (Cross) Repeaters:
1 Source (computer, CPU)
2 KVM Extender CPU Unit
3 Interconnect cable (Cat X)
4 (Cross) Repeater
5 Interconnect cable (fiber)
6 KVM Extender CON Unit
7 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
The example shown in this application scenario will be primarily
recommended, if connections through KVM matrix must be bypassed in
case of major matrix problems. Therefore KVM extenders with Cat X and
with fiber connector can be directly connected to each other.
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 Matrix, is not allowed.
Avoid routing Cat X cables along power cables.
If the site has 3-phase AC power, try to ensure that CPU Unit and
CON Unit are on the same phase.
To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, correctly installed shielded Cat X
cable must be used throughout the interconnection link.
To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, all Cat X cables need to carry
ferrites on both cable ends close to the device.
Type of Interconnect Cable
The (Cross) Repeater requires interconnect cabling specified for Gigabit
Ethernet (1000BASE-T). The use of solid-core (AWG24), shielded, Cat 5e
(or better) is recommended.
Cat X Solid-Core Cable
AWG24
S/UTP (Cat 5e) cable according to EIA/TIA568-B. Four pairs of wires AWG24.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B
(1000BASE-T).
Cat X Patch Cable
AWG26/8
S/UTP (Cat 5e) cable according to EIA/TIA568-B. Four pairs of wires AWG26/8.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B
(1000BASE-T).
The use of flexible cables (patch cables) type AWG26/8 is possible,
however the maximum possible extension distance is halved.
A point-to-point connection is necessary. Operation with multiple patch
panels is allowed. Routing over active network components, such as
Ethernet Hubs, Switches or Routers, is not allowed.
474-BODY6R 1,400 mA max. 100-240 V 47-63 Hz
474-BODY6BP 800 mA max. 100-240 V 50/60 Hz
474-BODY6BPF 800 mA max. 100-240 V 50/60 Hz
474-BODY21/4U 4,000 mA max. 2x 100-240 V 50/60 Hz
DC Power Supply
Model Max. Current Max. Voltage
474-BODY2/2R 3,000 mA 5 VDC
474-BODY2N 5,000 mA 5 VDC
474-BODY4/4R 5,000 mA 5 VDC
474-BODY6R 8,000 mA 5 VDC
Prior to contacting support please ensure you have read this manual, and
then installed and set-up your (Cross) Repeater as recommended.
9.1 Support Checklist
To efficiently handle your request it is necessary that you complete a
support request checklist (Download). Please ensure that you have the
following information available before you call:
Company, name, phone number and email
Type and serial number of the device (see bottom of device)
Date and number of sales receipt, name of dealer if necessary
Issue date of the existing manual
Nature, circumstances and duration of the problem
Components included in the system (such as graphic source/CPU,
OS, graphic card, monitor, USB-HID/USB 2.0 devices, interconnect
cable) including manufacturer and model number
Results from any testing you have done
9.2 Shipping Checklist
1. To return your device, contact your dealer to obtain a RMA number
(Return-Material-Authorization).
2. Package your devices carefully, preferably using the original box.
Add all pieces which you received originally.
3. Note your RMA number visibly on your shipment.
Devices that are sent in without a RMA number cannot be accepted. The
shipment will be sent back without being opened, postage unpaid.