Minicom Advanced Systems RJ-45 User Manual

Smart IP Link
User Guide
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SMART IP LINK

Welcome

The Smart IP Link system is produced by Minicom Advanced Systems Limited.
Technical precautions
This equipment generates radio frequency energy and if not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause radio frequency interference.
This equipment complies with Part 15, Subpart J of the FCC rules for a Class A computing device. This equipment also complies with the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. These above rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operating the equipment in a commercial environment. If operation of this equipment in a residential area causes radio frequency interference, the user, and not Minicom Advanced Systems Limited, will be responsible.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Minicom Advanced Systems Limited could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Minicom Advanced Systems Limited assumes no responsibility for any errors that appear in this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Minicom Advanced Systems Limited.
© 2003 Minicom Advanced Systems Limited. All rights reserved.
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Features of IP Link ........................................................................................................................ 4
3. Remote power management ........................................................................................................5
4. System components ..................................................................................................................... 5
5. The IP Link cables ............................................. ............................................................................ 5
6. IP Link front panel ......................................................................................................................... 6
7. The IP Link rear panel ports ......................................................................................................... 6
8. Pre-installation instructions ................................................................................................. ........ 7
9. Connecting the IP Link to the host computer/KVM switch ....................................................... 7
10. Connecting the Power management option ............................................................................... 9
11. Connecting to Ethernet................................................................................................................. 9
12. 10 Mbps Connection ..................................................................................................................... 9
13. 100 Mbps Connection ................................................................................................................. 10
14. Switching on ................................................... ............................................................................. 10
15. Configuring the system .............................................................................................................. 10
16. Configuring system via DHCP server............................. ........................................................... 10
17. Configuring system via local console ....................................................................................... 11
18. IP Link Video Modes ................................................................................................................... 12
19. Operating the IP Link system .................................................................................................. ... 12
20. Logging in ..................................................... ............................................................................... 13
21. Server Power Status ................................................................................................................... 14
22. Timeout......................................................................................................................................... 14
23. Remote Console .......................................................................................................................... 14
24. Keyboard layout .......................................................................................................................... 15
25. Toolbar buttons and icons ......................................................................................................... 15
26. The Video settings ............................................................................................................ .......... 16
27. Mouse synchronization .............................................................................................................. 17
28. Single mouse mode ............................................................................................................. ....... 18
29. Synchronizing the client and host mice.................................................................................... 18
30. Remote Console Settings ........................................................................................................... 19
31. SSL settings................................................... .............................................................................. 19
32. Mouse Settings ................................................................................................................ ............ 21
33. Remote Console Type............................................ ..................................................................... 21
34. Mouse hotkey .............................................................................................................................. 22
35. Remote Console Button Keys .................................................................................................... 22
36. Network Settings ............................................... .......................................................................... 23
37. Dynamic DNS ................................................................................................................... ............ 25
38. Serial Settings ............................................................................................................................. 26
39. User settings................................................................................................................................ 30
40. Maintenance................................................................................................................................. 31
41. Frequently Asked Questions...................................................................................................... 33
42. Glossary of terms ............................................................................................................. ........... 34
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Appendix A: IP Link Video modes ........................................................................ 35
Appendix B: Key codes.......................................................................................... 36
Appendix C: Pin assignments ............................................................................... 38
Appendix D: Technical specifications .................................................................. 40
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1. Introduction
The Smart IP Link (IP Link) from Minicom Advanced Systems redirects a host keyboard, mouse and video data to a client computer. Data is transmitted via IP protocol.
IP Link features, remote KVM access and control via a LAN or Internet connection. IP Link provides a non-intrusive solution for remote access and control. Remote access and control software runs on the IP Link embedded processors only and not on the servers, so there is no interference with server operation or impact on server performance.
The IP Link can also be used in a multi-administrator and multi-server environment. Combining one or several IP Links with a matrix KVM switch allows access to multiple remote servers via a single remote console. The IP Link combines digital remote KVM access via IP networks with a comprehensive and integrated system management.
Figure 1 illustrates the connections of IP Link to its host, and to the local area network.
Administrator
Client server
SMART
IP Network
Figure 1 IP Link usage scenario
Smart IP Link
IP Link
Activity
SystemOK
KVM signals
MINICOM
Host Server
IP Link is multi-user capable, i.e. up to 20 concurrent users may use IP Link to manage a remote site.
2. Features of IP Link
KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) access over IP, or analogous telephone line.
Automatically senses video resolution for best possible screen capture
High-performance mouse tracking and synchronization
Client Mouse suppression (only when using SUN's Java Virtual Machine)
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IP Link supports PS/2 type keyboards and mice and HD 15 video output. See the pin assignments in Appendix C.
IP Link automatically detects the current video mode of the console, however manual tuning is recommended to get the best video quality. IP Link will accept video streams up to 110 MHz dot clock. This results in a screen resolution of 1280x1024 dots with a refresh rate of 75 Hz.
3.

Remote power management

The remote power management option can be the external Peppercon IPM 220-L, or any other option using the built-in Telnet server.
With this option it is possible to perform a remote reset, power cycle, and power on/off.
4.

System components

1 IP Link Extender box
Cables - 3in 1 CPU cable. Null Modem cable (illustrated below)
Power cord
Marketing & Documentation CD
5.

The IP Link cables

The IP Link package contains the following cables.
3 in 1 CPU cable
Null Modem cable
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6. IP Link front panel
Figure 2 illustrates the IP Link front panel.
SMART
IP Link
Activity
System OK
Figure 2 Front panel
The table below explains the front panel LEDs.
LED Function
Activity LED blinks when Network connection is functioning
System OK LED solid when IP Link system connected and functioning
7. The IP Link rear panel ports
The figure below illustrates the ports on the IP Link.
Power connector
100-250 VAC 50/60Hz
www.minicom.com
POWER
RST
ETHERNETSERIAL
Video Out port
USER COMPUTER
MINICOM
Video In port
Mouse In port
Serial port
Figure 3 IP Link ports
Ethernet port
Keyboard Out port
Mouse Out port
Keyboard In port
You can work locally on the host system by connecting a KVM console to IP Link rear panel.
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Reset button

The Reset button resets the IP Link.

Serial port

The Serial port is used as follows:
Serial pass-through via Telnet
Serial output for external modem dial-in connection
Initial configuration
External power option

Ethernet port

Connects the IP Link to an Ethernet network.
8.

Pre-installation instructions

Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners and other machines that are likely to generate electrical noise. Switch off the computer and disconnect the keyboard monitor and mouse.
9.

Connecting the IP Link to the host computer/KVM switch

Connect the host computer / KVM switch to the IP Link as follows:
1. Connect the connectors of one end of the 3 in 1 CPU cable to the Computer/Switch KVM ports of the IP Link.
2. Connect the connectors of other end of the 3 in 1 CPU cable to the KVM ports of the host computer / KVM switch.
3. Connect the power cord and Ethernet or modem connection.
4. You can connect a local KVM console to the IP Link and work on the host computer. Figure 4 and Figure 5 illustrate the connections to a computer and KVM switch respectively.
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Computer
SD
P110
3 in 1 CPU cable
www.minicom.com
www.minicom. com
POWER
100-250 VAC 50/60 Hz
POWER
100-250VAC 50/60 Hz
RST
USER CO MPUTER
ETHERNETSERIAL
Figure 4 IP Link connections to a computer
KVM switc h
SERIAL MOUSE
SD
P110
POWER
SCREENPS/2 MOUSEKB
3in1CPUcable
ProLiantDL360
10k
9.1-GB ULTRA2SCSI
ProLiantDL360
9.1-GB
USER
COMPUTER
RST
ETHERNETSERIAL
Smart IP Link
ProLiantDL360
ProLiantDL360
ProLiantDL360
ProLiantDL360
ULTRA2SCSI
9.1-GB ULTRA2SCSI
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9.1-GB ULTRA2SCSI
10k
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Computer rack
COMPUTER 6COMPUTER 5STATION 2
COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 2
COMPUTER 8COMPUTER7
COMPUTER 3 COMPUTER4
Figure 5 IP Link connections to a KVM switch
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10. Connecting the Power management option
Figure 6 gives an overview of the Power management option.
USER COMPUTER
POWER
100-250 VAC50/60 Hz
www.minicom.com
Serial
Mains
RST
ETHERNETSERIAL
Server
KVM
11.

Connecting to Ethernet

External power Switch ­IPM 220-L Inline Power module, or 3rd party unit
Figure 6 Power management option
Keybd
Mouse
100T
Parallel
VideoSerialA
SerialB
The Ethernet connector on the IP Link can be used either for a 100 Mbps 100BASE­TX connection or for a 10 Mbps 10BASE-T connection. The Ethernet adapter adjusts to the appropriate operation mode automatically.
12.

10 Mbps Connection

For 10BASE-T Ethernet networks, the Fast Ethernet adapter uses Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP/FTP cable. To establish a 10 Mbps connection, the cable must be connected to a 10BASE-T hub. Ensure the cable is wired appropriately for a standard 10BASE-T adapter. Align the RJ-45 plug with the notch on the adapter's connector and insert it into the adapter's connector.
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13. 100 Mbps Connection
For 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networks, the IP Link supports Category 5 UTP cabling. To establish a 100 Mbps connection, the cable must be connected to a 100BASE-TX hub.
1. Make sure that the cable is wired appropriately for a standard 100BASE-TX
adapter.
2. Align the RJ-45 plug with the notch on the adapter's connector and insert it into
the adapter's connector.
Note! The UTP/FTP wire pairs and configuration for 100BASE-TX cable are identical to those for 10BASE-T cable when used with Category 5 UTP/FTP cable.
14.

Switching on

After connecting IP Link to the computer, switch on IP Link first and then the computer.
15.

Configuring the system

The IP Link's communication interfaces are based on TCP/IP protocol, and it comes configured with the values listed below.
DHCP - active
IP address - 192.168.0.220
Net mask - 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway - None
If the above values are unsuitable, change the IP configuration. This can be done in a number of ways:
16.

Configuring system via DHCP server

By default, IP Link will try to contact a DHCP server in the subnet to which it is physically connected. If a DHCP server is found it may provide a valid IP address, gateway address and net mask. Before connecting the IP Link to your local subnet complete the corresponding configuration of your DHCP server.
We recommended configuring a fixed IP assignment to the MAC address of IP Link. You can find the MAC address on the IP Link's underside. If the DHCP connection fails on boot up, IP Link will boot with the last known IP configuration. So for the initial use this would be the preconfigured IP address as set out above.
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17. Configuring system via local console
There are two ways of doing this:
(A) Connect the NULL modem cable to the computer and to IP Link’s Serial
port. Use any Terminal software to connect to IP Link. The screen shots below use Windows Hyperterminal.
1. Choose Start/Programs/Accessories/Communications/Hyperterminal.
2. When prompted enter a name and click OK. The Connect To box appears. See Figure 7.
3. Fill in the connection details. Select COM 1 in the Connect using box and click OK. The COM 1 properties box appears. See Figure 8.
Figure 7 Connect To box
Figure 8 COM 1 Properties box
4. Set the port settings to the following values:
Bits/second - 115200
Data bits - 8
Parity - None
Stop bits - 1
Flow Control - None
5. Click OK. The Hyperterminal appears. See Figure 9.
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Figure 9 The Hyperterminal
6. Press Enter. Some device information and a prompt appear.
7. Type config and press Enter. Configuration questions appear. DHCP must be disabled. You can change the IP address, net mask and default gateway. Pressing Enter without entering values keeps the default values. To contact IP Link from outside the LAN configure a gateway. To remove an already configured gateway, type 0.0.0.0.
Enable IP access control – concerns switching IP packet filtering on or off. This
can re-enable access to IP Link after an incorrect IP access configuration has been activated.
8. Confirm the settings, IP Link resets the configuration.
(B) Use a crossover Ethernet cable to connect the IP Link to the computer back-to-
back.
Set the IP address of the computer to 192.168.0.1 and type 192.168.0.220 into the Address box of the web interface to carry out the IP configuration.
18.

IP Link Video Modes

IP Link recognizes a limited number of common video modes. When running X­Window on the host system, don't use any custom modelines with special video modes. If you do, IP Link may not be able to detect these. Use any standard VESA video mode. Refer to Appendix A on page 35 for a list of all known modes.
19.

Operating the IP Link system

Operate the IP Link system through one of the following interfaces:
1. HTTP/HTTPS - Any standard Web browser. Depending on the Web browser, you can access the IP Link using the unsecured HTTP protocol or, in case the browser supports it, the encrypted HTTPS protocol. We recommend using HTTPS when possible.
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