Network Technologies CAT5 User Manual

PRIMUX®Series

PRIMUX

CAT5 KVM System

Installation and Operation Manual

PRIMUX-UZR User Station

Host Adapter- (sold separatel

MAN024_v2.6 Rev 5/21/13

TRADEMARK

PRIMUX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.

Copyright © 2004, 2013 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.

CHANGES

The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.

FIRMWARE VERSION

PRIMUX Firmware Version 2.6

Please Note: This manual applies to PRIMUX with firmware version 2.0 and later. This version number can be found in the splash screen viewed when the PRIMUX is first powered ON (example shown below). If no version is shown, it is an earlier model. PRIMUX with earlier firmware versions are covered in manuals for the PRIMUX dated prior to January 1, 2009. An earlier manual can be found at www.networktechinc.com.

Please Note: A PRIMUX-UZR User Station with firmware version 2.0 and later will not recognize or work

with a Host Adapter programmed with firmware version 1.6 and earlier. If you have Host Adapters with firmware version 1.6 and earlier, they must first be updated to firmware version 2.0 using a PRIMUX-UZR User Station programmed with firmware version 1.9. After updating all User Station can then be updated to firmware version 2.0 to work with the newly updated Host Adap ters. Firmware version 1.9 (with version 1.6 Host Adapter firmware) and firmware version 2.0 can be found at

http://www.networktechinc.com/download/d-kvmswitch-cat5.html

. Instruction for changing the firmware in

the User Station and Host Adapters is included in the .zip file with the firmware.

Typographic Conventions

The table below offers examples of text format and its meaning when used in place of the standard font (Helvetica) used throughout this manual.

Typeface

AAaaBBaaCCcc123 On-screen computer output

AAaaBBaaCCcc123

---

See also “Standards of Operation” on page 16 for instruction on the use of the keyboard and mouse within OSD menus.

Meaning Example

What you type, contrasted with on-screen computer output; keyboard keys to press

Press the “K” key on the keyboard

Host Adapters, the PRIMUX-UZR

C:>

C:> L

(Press the L key) <K>

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................1

Materials ......................................................................................................................................................................2

Features and Functions................................................................................................................................................3

Preparation for Installation...........................................................................................................................................4

Installation......................................................................................................................................................................5

The Host Adapter.........................................................................................................................................................5

Installation of a PS/2 CPU........................................................................................................................................5

Installation of a USB CPU.........................................................................................................................................6

Installation of a Legacy SUN CPU............................................................................................................................6

Installation of a Serial-Controlled Server or Device..................................................................................................7

Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Host Adapter......................................................................................................8

Daisy-Chained Host Adapters.....................................................................................................................................9

Adding a Host Adapter to the Daisy-Chain...............................................................................................................9

The User Station........................................................................................................................................................10

Installation with PS/2 devices.................................................................................................................................10

Installation with USB devices..................................................................................................................................10

Connecting the CAT5 cable to the User Station.....................................................................................................11

Power Up for the first time......................................................................................................................................12

Using the PRIMUX.......................................................................................................................................................13

Hot Plugging..............................................................................................................................................................13

Initial Startup..............................................................................................................................................................13

User Rights vs. Administrator Rights......................................................................................................................13

Setup Host Adapter(s)............................................................................................................................................14

Quick Connect to a CPU.........................................................................................................................................14

Change or Disable “root” Auto-login.......................................................................................................................14

Administrator Login and Password.........................................................................................................................14

Change the Default Administrator Password.............................................................................................................15

Guidelines for Navigating OSD Menus......................................................................................................................16

Keypad Control..........................................................................................................................................................17

Using the Search buttons .......................................................................................................................................17

Security......................................................................................................................................................................18

Auto-login................................................................................................................................................................18

Administrator Login.................................................................................................................................................18

User Login...............................................................................................................................................................18

User OSD Menus.......................................................................................................................................................19

Command Mode .....................................................................................................................................................19

Scan Mode..............................................................................................................................................................20

Normal Mode ..........................................................................................................................................................20

Settings Menu.........................................................................................................................................................21

OSD Settings Menu................................................................................................................................................22

Change Scan Dwell Time.......................................................................................................................................22

Select Hosts to Scan ..............................................................................................................................................23

Favorite Hosts.........................................................................................................................................................24

Video Quality Adjustment .......................................................................................................................................25

Test Patterns for Color Skew Adjustment...............................................................................................................25

Administrator Controls...............................................................................................................................................26

Administration Menu...............................................................................................................................................26

System Configuration Menu ...................................................................................................................................27

Configure Host Adapters ........................................................................................................................................29

Edit Host Adapter....................................................................................................................................................29

Configure Users......................................................................................................................................................32

Edit Users ...............................................................................................................................................................32

Add New User.........................................................................................................................................................33

Host Access Controls .............................................................................................................................................33

User Station Configuration......................................................................................................................................34

Select Auto-login User............................................................................................................................................35

Firmware Configuration Menu ................................................................................................................................36

Select Keyboard Language ....................................................................................................................................39

Network Configuration............................................................................................................................................40

HA-RS Configuration.................................................................................................................................................41

Help Menu...............................................................................................................................................................42

Setup Screen..........................................................................................................................................................42

Programmable Keys ...............................................................................................................................................43

View the Buffer........................................................................................................................................................43

Stop and Resume Output.......................................................................................................................................43

Keyboard Mapping......................................................................................................................................................44

Key Equivalents.........................................................................................................................................................44

SUN’s 16 Extra Keys.................................................................................................................................................44

Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................46

Interconnection Cable wiring Method.......................................................................................................................47

Null Modem Cable Pinouts.........................................................................................................................................47

Menu Quick-Find Keystroke Table............................................................................................................................48

Index.............................................................................................................................................................................49

Warranty Information..................................................................................................................................................49

TABLE OF FIGURES

Figure 1- Typical Application..............................................................................................................................................................4

Figure 2- Connect an HA-PS2 Host Adapter to a PS/2 CPU.............................................................................................................5

Figure 3- Connect an HA-USB Host Adapter to a USB CPU.............................................................................................................6

Figure 4- Connect an HA-SUN Host Adapter to a Legacy SUN CPU................................................................................................6

Figure 5- Connect an HA-RS Host Adapter to a server .....................................................................................................................7

Figure 6- Connect an HA-RS Host Adapter to a DCE type device.....................................................................................................7

Figure 7- HA-RS mounting base........................................................................................................................................................8

Figure 8- Connect CAT5 cable to Host Adapter.................................................................................................................................8

Figure 9- Daisy-chained Host Adapters.............................................................................................................................................9

Figure 10- Connect the Extended PS/2 components to the User Station ........................................................................................10

Figure 11- Connect extended USB components to the User Station...............................................................................................11

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Figure 12- Connect CAT5 cable to User Station..............................................................................................................................11

Figure 13- Connect the AC adapter to the User Station...................................................................................................................12

Figure 14- OSD Menu Navigation....................................................................................................................................................16

Figure 15- PRIMUX-UZR front panel...............................................................................................................................................17

Figure 16- Login splash screen........................................................................................................................................................18

Figure 17- Command Mode main menu ..........................................................................................................................................19

Figure 18- Settings menu.................................................................................................................................................................21

Figure 19- OSD Settings Menu........................................................................................................................................................22

Figure 20- Scan Dwell Time field.....................................................................................................................................................22

Figure 21- Host Adapters to Scan list ..............................................................................................................................................23

Figure 22- Favorite Hosts list...........................................................................................................................................................24

Figure 23- Video Adjustment Screen...............................................................................................................................................25

Figure 24- Administration Menu.......................................................................................................................................................26

Figure 25- System Configuration menu ...........................................................................................................................................27

Figure 26- Configure DDC...............................................................................................................................................................28

Figure 27- Host Adapter List............................................................................................................................................................29

Figure 28- Edit Host Adapters menu................................................................................................................................................29

Figure 29- User Access Controls list................................................................................................................................................30

Figure 30- Share Mode Option (Matrix Mode only)..........................................................................................................................31

Figure 31- Configure Users menu....................................................................................................................................................32

Figure 32- Edit Users menu.............................................................................................................................................................32

Figure 33- Host Access Controls list................................................................................................................................................34

Figure 34- User Station Configuration screen..................................................................................................................................34

Figure 35- Select user for Auto-logIn...............................................................................................................................................35

Figure 36- Firmware Configuration Menu ........................................................................................................................................36

Figure 37- Update Host Adapters....................................................................................................................................................38

Figure 38- Select Keyboard Language menu ..................................................................................................................................39

Figure 39- Network Configuration page...........................................................................................................................................40

Figure 40- HA-RS User Interface.....................................................................................................................................................41

Figure 41- HA-RS Help Screen........................................................................................................................................................42

Figure 42- HA-RS Setup Screen......................................................................................................................................................42

Figure 43- HA-RS Programmable Keys Screen...............................................................................................................................43

Figure 44- Keyboard layouts............................................................................................................................................................45

Figure 45- View looking into RJ45 female........................................................................................................................................47

INTRODUCTION

The PRIMUX CAT5 KVM System (PRIMUX) allows the relocation of a VGA monitor, PS/2 or USB keyboard, and mouse from up to 64 PS/2, legacy SUN, or USB CPUs by as much as 1000 feet. The PRIMUX is comprised of one PRIMUX-UZR User Station for remote user control and at least one Host Adapter (HA-PS2, HA-USB, HA-SUN or HA-RS) connected to a local CPU. The PRIMUX-UZR User Station supports PS/2 or USB user keyboard and mouse (devices). This manual describes the installation and use of both components.

The PRIMUX Host Adapter and User Station are interconnected with either CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) or CAT5, CAT5e Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable.

The PRIMUX User Station may be used to control a PRIMUX Matrix Switch. When connected to one of up to 8 user ports, the PRIMUX User Station can be used to share access to up to 64 Host Adapters with the other User Stations connected to the PRIMUX Matrix Switch. Features unique to Matrix Switch operation are highlighted throughout this manual where applicable.

The PRIMUX Series CAT5 KVM System is easy to install and has been thoroughly tested to insure reliable performance. Through the use of CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6 cable it is possible to economically increase the flexibility of a computer system. Here are some of the features and ways this can benefit any workplace:

• Allows the placement of a monitor, keyboard, and mouse in a location where only these parts are needed without having

the CPU there too, taking up valuable space

• Rugged metal enclosure allows user to set the monitor directly on top

• Allows any PS/2, USB or legacy SUN CPU to be accessed by a remote user (up to 1000 feet away)

• Additional RJ45 port on the Host Adapter allows the daisy-chaining of up to 64 Host Adapters providin g user access to

up to 64 CPUs

• Control up to 64 CPUs from one keyboard, mouse, and monitor without "spaghetti" wiring

• Compatible with XGA, VGA, and SVGA systems

• Provides crisp and clear resolution up to 1024x768 /60Hz @ 1000 feet (usin g CAT 5 U TP cable- see pg 46 for details)

• Video quality adjustment is automatic providing optimum image q ua lity

• On Screen Display (OSD) menus enable easy configuration of the system (page 16)

• Allows for future expansion- buy what is needed now, add more later as desired

Supported Operating Systems

The PRIMUX is compatible with:

• Win9x • WinMe

• Windows 7

• WinNT • WinXP • MAC OS9.x , OSX

• Win2K

• WinVista

• Linux • Solaris

• Windo ws Serv er 2000,2003,2008

• FREE BSD

Materials

Materials Supplied with this kit:

NTI PRIMUX-UZR User Station

AC Adapter Line cord, country specific

PRIMUX CD w/ Owner's Manual and Quick Start Guide (pdf files)

Materials Not Supplied, but REQUIRED:

• NTI HA-PS2 PS/2 Host Adapter / HA-USB USB Host Adapter / HA-SUN Legacy SUN Host Adapter / HA-RS Serial Host Adapter (see pg. 5)

• CAT5/5e/6 unshiel de d twisted-pair cable(s) terminated with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru- pin 1 to pin 1, etc. (see pg. 47 for proper EIA/TIA 568B wiring method)

• NTI-RJ45MF-RS232- CO crossover adapter will be needed if an HA-RS Host Adapter is being used and connected to a DCE type device (see page 7)

Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling 800-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) or (330)-562-7070 or by visiting our website at www.networktechinc.com

Please Note: A PRIMUX-UZR User Station with firmware version 2.0 and later will not recognize or work with a Host Adapter programmed with firmware version 1.6 and earlier. If you have Host Adapters with firmware version 1.6 and earlier, they must first be updated to firmware version 2.0 using a PRIMUX-UZR User Station programmed with firmware version 1.9. After updating all

2.0 to work with the newly updated Host Adapters. Firmware version 1.9 (with version 1.6 Host Adapter firmware) and

firmware version 2.0 can be found at http://www.networktechinc.com/download/d-kvmswitch-cat5.html changing the firmware in the User Station and Host Adapters is included in the .zip file with the firmware.

Note: The HA-RS Host Adapter will only work with User Stations programmed with firmware version 2.0 and later.

Host Adapters, the PRIMUX-UZR User Station can then be updated to firmware version

120VAC or 240VAC @ 50 or 60Hz -5VDC/2A AC Adapter

INT-6-FF Null Modem Cable

PRIMUX Quick Start Guide (printed)

Terminating Plug

. Instruction for

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Monitor

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

1. LED Display- for visual indication of which Host Adapter the user is connected to

2. Search Buttons- to enable manual search for desired Host Adapter connection

3. Favorite Buttons- programmable buttons to quick selection of specific Host Adapters

4. Power Switch- to turn the User Station ON and OFF

5. Cable Clamp- to secure the cable from the AC adapter

6. 5VDC 2A- 3.5mm power jack- for connection of AC adapter

7. RS232- DB9 male- serial communication port for updating firmware

8. USB Devices- USB Type A female- for connection of USB user devices (keyboard and mouse)

9. PS/2 Devices- green and purple 6mD females- for connection of PS/2 type mouse (green) and keyboard (purple)

10. SUN Devices- black 8mD female- for connection of SUN mouse and keyboard (not supported at this time)

11. Cat5 - RJ45 female- for connection of CAT5 cable between Host Adapter and User Station

11a. Yellow LED- power indicator- illuminates when power has been supplied to the unit 11b. Green LED- traffic indicator- illuminates when there is communication between the User Station and Host

12. Monitor- for connecting the video monitor

13. Video Connector- blue 15HD male- for connecting to the video port on the CPU

14. Mouse Connector- green male 6 miniDIN (HA-PS2 only)- for connecting to the mouse port on a PS2 CPU

15. Keyboard Connector- purple male 6 miniDIN (HA-PS2 only)- for connecting to the keyboard port on a PS2 CPU

15a. Device Connector- male USB Type A (HA-USB only)- for connecting to a device port on a USB CPU 15b. Device Connector- orange male 8 miniDIN (HA-SUN only) - for connecting to the device port on a SUN CPU 15c. Power and Serial Connectors-USB Type A and RJ45 male(HA-RS only)- for connecting to the serial port on a t ermina l

and powering the Host Adapter

16. Cat5- RJ45 female- for connection of CAT5 cable between daisy-chained Host Adapters

Adapters.

15a

15b

15c

13 14 15

(Front View)

11b

(Rear View)

11a

PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION

• Choose a location for the User Station such that cables from the keyboard, mouse, and monitor will reach it.

• The CAT5 cables must be run between the locations where the Host Adapter will be connected and User Station is

NOTE: The installer must ensure that all CAT5 cable between the Host Adapter and User Station and between each Host Adapter (if more than one) is of the straight-through type and not

• A 120V or 240V electrica l supply (depending on the AC adapter being used) must be provided close enough to the position of

• All cables shou ld be installed such that they do not cause stress on their connections to the equipment. Extended lengths of

• Properly shut d own a nd disconnect the power from the CPU and devices to be extended. If other equipment is involved

Please Note: A PRIMUX-UZR User Station with firmware version 2.0 and later will not recognize or work with a Host

Adapter programmed with firmware version 1.6 and earlier. If you have Host Adapters with firmware version 1.6 and earlier, they must first be updated to firmware version 2.0 using a PRIMUX-UZR User Station programmed with firmware version 1.9. After updating all

2.0 to work with the newly updated Host Adapters. Firmware version 1.9 (with version 1.6 Host Adapter firmware) and

firmware version 2.0 can be found at http://www.networktechinc.com/download/d-kvmswitch-cat5.html. Instruction for changing the firmware in the User Station and Host Adapters is included in the .zip file with the firmware.

PS/2, USB, or SUN

Host Adapter

Terminating Plug in "IN"

Figure 1- Typical Application

positioned. Be careful to route the cables away from any sources of magnetic fields or electrical interference that might reduce the quality of the signal (i.e. AC motors, welding equipment, etc.) .

crossed.

the User Station to plug the AC adapter into.

cable hanging from a connection may interfere with the quality of that connection. Secure cables as needed to minimize this.

whose connections are being interrupted, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals for that equipment for proper disconnection and re-connection procedures before procee ding.

Host Adapters, the PRIMUX-UZR User Station can then be updated to firmware version

PS/2, USB, or SUN

CPU 1

VGA

Multi-Scan

CPU 64

CPU 2

PS/2, USB, or SUN

Monitor

Host Adapter

CAT5 Cable

Host Adapter

CAT5 Cable

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SUN USB Keyboard/Mouse

INSTALLATION

The Host Adapter

The PRIMUX HA Host Adapter is designed to support PS/2, SUN and USB CPUs, as well as serial-controlled servers and devices (see chart below). Host Adapters may be connected to or removed from a CPU without powering down the CPU, provided the CPU and operating system supports device hot plugging. (Operating systems known to support hot-plugging include Windows 2000 SP3 and higher, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Linux. )

CPU TYPE HOST ADAPTER MODEL

PS/2 HA-PS2 SUN HA-SUN USB HA-USB SERIAL HA-RS

Note: The HA-RS Host Adapter will only work with User Stations programmed with firmware version 2.0 and later.

Note: All Host Adapters must be programmed with firmware version 2.0 in order to work with a User Station programmed with firmware version 2.0 and later. See “Please Note...” on page i.

Installation of a PS/2 CPU

Plug the cables of the HA-PS2 Host Adapter into the back of the CPU after disconnecting the power cord from the CPU. (See Figure 2.)

a) Connect the green 6 pin miniDIN cable end with the mouse symbol

on it to the mouse port on the back of the CPU.

b) Connect the purple 6 pin miniDIN cable end with the keyboard symbol

on it to the keyboard port on the back of the CPU.

c) Connect the blue 15HD cable end to the VGA port on the back of the CPU.

6 pin miniDIN female connectors

15HD female

video connector

Figure 2- Connect an HA-PS2 Host Adapter to a PS/2 CPU

Rear View of PS/2 CPU

purple-keyboard

green-mouse

6 miniDIN

male connectors

15HD male video connector

PS/2 Mouse

PS/2 Keyboard

(Front View)

Installation of a USB CPU

Plug the cables of the HA-USB Host Adapter into the back of the CPU after disconnecting the power cord from the CPU. (See Figure 3.)

a) Connect the cable with the USB Type A male cable end on it to a USB Type A female port on the back of the

CPU.

b) Connect the blue 15HD cable end to the video connector on the back of the CPU.

Figure 3- Connect an HA-USB Host Adapter to a USB CPU

USB Type A

device port

15HD female

video connector

Rear View of USB CPU

USB Type A male

15HD male video connector

(Front View)

USB Devices

Installation of a Legacy SUN CPU

Plug the cables of the HA-SUN Host Adapter into the back of the CPU after disconnecting the power cord from the CPU. (See Figure 4.)

a) Connect the orange 8 pin miniDIN cable end on it to the devices port on the back of the CPU. b) Connect the blue 15HD cable end to the VGA port on the back of the CPU.

8 pin miniDIN female connector

Figure 4- Connect an HA-SUN Host Adapter to a Legacy SUN CPU

Rear View of SUN CPU

15HD female

video connector

orange-devices

FYI: The HA-SUN Host Adapter does not provide keyboard power-ON support for legacy SUN CPUs.

SUN Devices

(Front View)

Installation of a Serial-Controlled Server or Device

Plug the cables of the HA-RS Host Adapter into the serial port on a server or other serially-controlled data terminal equipment (DTE) device. If the device is a data communication equipment (DCE) type device, an NTI RJ45MF-RS232-CO crossover cable or adapter (see bottom of this page) will be required (sold separately).

a) Connect the RJ45 cable end to the serial control port on the serial device. A DB9 to RJ45 console adapter

(supplied with HA-RS) may be required to make this connection.

b) Connect the USB Type A cable to any available USB Type A female port. If the device being controlled does not have a USB port, connect it to any USB Type A port on a device nearby. Any USB Type A port will do, as the HA-RS is only using the power supplied by two of the four terminals in the connector.

Note: The HA-RS Host Adapter will only work with User Stations programmed with firmware version 2.0 and later.

Note: All Host Adapters must be programmed with firmware version 2.0 in order to work with a User Station programmed with firmware version 2.0 and later. See “Please Note...” on page i.

DB9F-RJ45F Console Adapter (Supplied with HA-RS)

SERIAL -CONTROLLE D SER VER (DTE)

Figure 5- Connect an HA-RS Host Adapter to a server

Figure 6- Connect an HA-RS Host Adapter to a DCE type device

Pinout for RJ45 Female to RJ45 Male crossover Adapter

CONNECT TO ANY AVAILABLE USB PORT (HA-RS USES POWER TERMINALS ONY)

NTI SERIMUX/ IPDU-S2/ (ETC.) (DCE DEVICE)

RJ45MF-RS232-CO SERIAL CROSSOVER ADAPTER (sold separately)

USB Type A male

(Front View)

USB Type A male

(Front View)

RJ45 Male

RJ45-F RJ45-M

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 CTS Connected to 8 RTS 2 DSR Connected to 7 DTR 3 RxD Connected to 6 TxD 4 GND Connected to 4 GND

5 DCD Connected to 1 CTS 6 TxD Connected to 3 RxD

7 DTR Connected to N/c 8 RTS Connected to 2 DSR

Note: The serial port on the device must be configured for a maximum baud rate of 115200 bps.

The HA-RS Host Adapter includes with a base for mounting to any desired surface. To Host Adapter snaps-in securely, and is quickly released from the base by applying pressure to the two release tabs, as shown in the image belo w.

To release adapter apply

ressure as shown

Figure 7- HA-RS mounting base

For instruction on configuration of the HA-RS to make connection to the serial device, see page 41.

Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Host Adapter

Connect CAT5 cable to the “OUT” port on the Host Adapter. (See Figure 8.) When properly inserted the cable end shou ld snap into place. Also be sure to insert the Terminating Plug (HA-PLGTRM) into the "IN" port on the Host Adapter if this is the only Host Adapter in the system. Otherwise, see "Daisy-Chained Host Adapters" on page 9 to add more Host Adapters to the system.

WARNING: Never connect the PRIMUX Host Adapter to an Ethernet card,

Ethernet router, hub or switch or other Ethernet RJ45 connector of an Ethernet device. Damage to devices connected to the Ethernet may result.

NOTE: The installer must ensure that all CAT5 cable between the Host Adapter and User Station is of the straight-through type and not

Figure 8- Connect CAT5 cable to Host Adapter

crossed.

Terminating Plug (Supplied)

(Rear View)

Cable to CPU

CAT5 Cable to User Station

Daisy-Chained Host Adapters

Up to 64 Host Adapters can be connected in a daisy-chain to create a series of CPUs that are controlled by a single user from a User Station. The first Host Adapter is connected to the User Station via the "OUT" port. The additional Host Adapters in the chain will have CAT5 cable going from their "OUT" port to another Host Adapter's "IN" port to enable communications between the user and each CPU in the system, as shown in Figure 9. A Terminating Plug must be installed in the "IN" port of the last Host Adapter in the daisy-chain.

NOTE: The installer must ensure that all CAT5 cable terminations between each Host Adapter are of the straight-through type (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, etc.) and not

NOTE: The total length of the CAT5 cable from the User Station to the last Host Adapter in the daisy-chain must not exceed 1000'.

Last Host

Adapter in

the daisy-chain

(Rear View)

Cable to CPU 64

Terminating Plug (Supplied)

CAT5 Cable

Figure 9- Daisy-chained Host Adapters

crossover.

(Rear View)

CAT5 Cable

Cable to CPU 3

(Rear View)

CAT5 Cable

Cable to CPU 2

(Rear View)

CAT5 Cable

to User Station

Cable to CPU 1

Adding a Host Adapter to the Daisy-Chain

When adding a Host Adapter to a daisy-chain, whether at the end, or inside the chain (between two other Host Adapters connected together), the administrator must follow some simple steps:

1. Make sure the Host Adapter being connected to a CPU is the proper type for the CPU. Host Adapters are either HA-PS2 (for PS/2 CPUS), HA-USB (for USB CPUs), HA-SUN (for legacy SUN CPUs) or HA-RS (for serial-controlled devices).

2. Determine what name the Host Adapter will be identified as in the Host Adapter list. The PRIMUX will automatically name it for the PN# (part number) found on the case of the Host Adapter. (This name can be changed later- page 29.)

3. Follow the installation instruction on page 5 for Host Adapters and above for Daisy-Chained Host Adapters.

FYI: A Host Adapter can be added to the last Host Adapter in the chain, or between two existing Host Adapters.

4. Once the installation procedure is complete the connected CPU must be powered ON.

Note: The connected CPU must be powered ON at least once in order for the Host Adapter to be identified and registered by the User Station as indicated in the Command Mode OSD list (for more on “Command Mode” see page 19).

5. This Host Adapter will be auto-discovered by the PRIMUX. If the Host Adapter is new (unused), it will identify itself as "PN:xxxxxxxx)" (where xxxxxxxx is the part number of the Host Adapter).

Note: If the Host Adapter has been previously connected and the name is still present in the Host Adapter list, it will still have the name and settings it was originally configured with. To delete those settings in the PRIMUX, delete the Host Adapter from the Edit Host Adapter menu (page 29).

Note: A PRIMUX in Matrix Mode (page 34) will not auto-discover a Host Adapter. To force a Host Adapter to be discovered after connecting it to a PRIMUX Matrix Switch, press <F5> while in Command Mode.

6. The administrator should assign a unique name to the Host Adapter (see page 29)

7. Only users with administrator rights will have access to the new Host Adapter unless the administrator assigns additional users access (see page 32).

Once access controls have been set, the administrator should verify the security access to the new Host Adapter.

The User Station

The PRIMUX-UZR User Station can be used with either PS/2 devices or USB devices.

NOTE: If the user keyboard connected is PS/2 (6mD connector), then the mouse must also be PS/2. If the user keyboard is USB (USB Type A connector), then the mouse must also be USB.

Installation with PS/2 devices

1. Position the User Station such that the CAT5 cable, the monitor cable, device cables, and the AC adapter power connector can each reach the User Station without cable strain.

2. Connect the monitor cable to the female 15HD video connector on the User Station.

3. Connect the PS/2 device(s) to the User Station (see Figure 10).

a. Connect the keyboard to the purple female 6 pin miniDIN connector labeled “Kybd” on the User Station. b. Connect the mouse to the green female 6 pin miniDIN connector labeled “Mouse” on the User Station.

5VDC 2A

male connectors

PS/2

Mouse

Figure 10- Connect the Extended PS/2 components to the User Station

6 pin miniDIN female connectors

Rear View of PRIMUX-UZR User Station

USB

Devices

RS232

Mouse

6 miniDIN

PS/2 Keyboard

PS/2

Devices

Kybd

SUN

Devices

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Cat5

1275 Danner Dr Aurora, OH 44202

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Monitor

Tel:330-562-7070 Fax:330-562-1999

15HD female video connector

15HD male video connector

VGA

Multi-Scan

Monitor

Installation with USB devices

1. Position the User Station such that the CAT5 cable, the monitor cable, device cables, and the AC adapter power connector

can each reach the User Station without cable strain.

2. Connect the monitor cable to the female 15HD video connector labeled “Monitor” on the User Station.

3. Connect the USB device(s) to the User Station (see Figure 11).

a. Connect the keyboard to a USB Type A female connector on the User Station. b. Connect the mouse to the other USB Type A female connector on the User Station.

USB Type A female

device ports

5VDC 2A

RS232

PRIMUX-UZR User Station

PS/2

Mouse

Devices

Kybd

SUN

Devices

USB

Devices

USB Type A male

USB

Mouse

USB Keyboard

Figure 11- Connect extended USB components to the User Station

15HD female video connector

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Cat5

1275 Danner Dr Aurora, OH 44202

www.nti1.com

Monitor

Tel:330-562-7070 Fax:330-562-1999

Multi-Scan

15HD male video connector

VGA

Monitor

Connecting the CAT5 cable to the User Station

Make sure the CAT5 cable has been installed in accordance with the “Preparation for Installation” instructions on pag e 4. Connect the CAT5 cable to the RJ45 connector labeled “Cat 5” on the User Station. (See Figure 12.) When properly in serted the CAT5 cable end should snap into place.

WARNING: Never connect the PRIMUX-UZR User Station to an Ethernet card, Ethernet router, hub or switch

or other RJ45 connector of an Ethernet device. Damage to devices connected to the Ethernet may

result.

Figure 12- Connect CAT5 cable to User Station

NOTE: If an RJ45 wall outlet is being used, connect the other end of the extension cable to the RJ45 wall outlet.

Rear View of PRIMUX-UZR User Station

5VDC 2A

RS232

USB

Devices

Mouse

PS/2

Devices

Kybd

SUN

Devices

NTI

NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORAT ED

Cat5

RJ45 male

CAT5 connector

1275 Danner Dr Aurora, OH 44202

www.nti1.com

Monitor

Tel:330-562-7070 Fax:330-562-1999

CAT5 cable to first Host Adapter in the daisy- chain

Power Up for the first time

Note: The user devices, monitor, and CAT5 cable should already be connected before powering up the User Station.

1. Connect the AC adapter power connector to the 5VDC port on the User Station (see Figure 13). Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet and press the power switch to turn the User Station ON. The yellow LED on the RJ45 connector of the User Station should illuminate, indicating that a proper power connection has been made to it.

2. Re-connect the power cord to the CPU.

FYI: The Host Adapter is powered by the CPU.

3. Power up the monitor.

5 VDC

ADAPTER

Rear View of PRIMUX-UZR User Station

PS/2 5VDC 2A

RS232

Devices

USB

Mouse

Rear View of PRIMUX-UZR

SUN

Devices

Kybd

Barrel

Power Connector

5VDC @ 2.0A OU TPUT

(Outside barrel)

(Inside barrel)

2.1 mm x 5.5 mm Female

NTI

Cat5

Yellow-Power LED

NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES INCOR POR A TED

Tel:330-562-7070

1275 Danner Dr

Fax:330-562-1999

Aurora, OH 44202

www.nti1.com

Monitor

Green-Communication LED

Figure 13- Connect the AC adapter to the User Station

4. With the User Station and Host Adapter connected via CAT5 cable, refer to "Using the PRIMUX " on page 13.

FYI: The green LED on each RJ45 connector will illuminate anytime data traffic is passing between the Host Adapter and User Station, indicating proper CAT5 cable connection and communication. (See Figure 13)

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