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.
Trademarks
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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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
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IP Network
Figure 1 IP Link usage scenario
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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.
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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
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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
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3 in 1 CPU cable
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POWER
100-250 VAC 50/60 Hz
POWER
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RST
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ETHERNETSERIAL
Figure 4 IP Link connections to a computer
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SERIAL MOUSE
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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
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Serial
Mains
RST
ETHERNETSERIAL
Server
KVM
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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:
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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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