Network Technologies PRIMUX-16X64, PRIMUX-8X32 Installation Manual

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PRIMUX®Series

PRIMUX-16X64

PRIMUX-8X32

KVM Matrix Switch via CATx

Installation and Operation Manual

PRIMUX-16X64

(Front and Rear View)

PRIMUX-UZR User Station

sold separatel

HA-UNV PS/2 and USB Host

Adapter (sold separately)

MAN105 Rev 3/14/13

TRADEMARK

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

COPYRIGHT

Copyright © 2005, 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 Matrix Firmware Version 1.3

Please Note: The PRIMUX User Station and Host Adapters used in conjunction with the PRIMUX Matrix Switch must

all be running firmware version 2.0 or later in order to be compatible with the PRIMUX Matrix Switch. For updated
firmware with instruction for upgrading, go to

Typographic Conventions

The table below offers examples of text format and the meaning when that format is used when the font varies from the standard
font (Helvetica) used in this manual.

Typeface

Meaning Example

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

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

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

Features And Functions...............................................................................................................................................3

Preparation For Installation..........................................................................................................................................5

Installation......................................................................................................................................................................6

Install The Host Adapter..............................................................................................................................................6

Installation of a HA-UNV to a PS/2 CPU..................................................................................................................6

Installation of a HA-UNV to a USB CPU...................................................................................................................7

Installation of a Legacy SUN CPU............................................................................................................................7

Installation of a Serial-Controlled Server or Device..................................................................................................8

Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Host Adapter......................................................................................................9

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

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

Installation with USB devices..................................................................................................................................11

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

Install The Matrix Switch............................................................................................................................................12

Installation................................................................................................................... ............................................12

Power Up for the First Time.......................................................................................................................................14

Using the PRIMUX User Station.................................................................................................................................15

Hot Plugging..............................................................................................................................................................15

Initial Startup..............................................................................................................................................................15

User Rights vs. Administrator Rights......................................................................................................................15

Enable Matrix Mode................................................................................................................................................16

Setup Host Adapter(s)............................................................................................................................................16

Quick Connect to a CPU.........................................................................................................................................16

Change or Disable “root” Auto-login.......................................................................................................................17

Administrator Login and Password.........................................................................................................................17

Change the Default Administrator Password.............................................................................................................17

Guidelines for Navigating OSD Menus............................................................................................ ..........................18

Keypad Control..........................................................................................................................................................19

Security......................................................................................................................................................................20

Auto-login................................................................................................................................................................20

Administrator Login.................................................................................................................................................20

User Login...............................................................................................................................................................20

User OSD Menus.......................................................................................................................................................21

Command Mode .....................................................................................................................................................21

Scan Mode..............................................................................................................................................................22

Normal Mode ..........................................................................................................................................................22

Settings Menu.........................................................................................................................................................23

OSD Settings Menu................................................................................................................................................24

Change Scan Dwell Time.......................................................................................................................................24

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Select Hosts to Scan ..............................................................................................................................................25

Favorite Hosts.........................................................................................................................................................26

Video Quality Adjustment .......................................................................................................................................27

Test Patterns for Color Skew Adjustment...............................................................................................................27

Administrator Controls...............................................................................................................................................28

Administration Menu...............................................................................................................................................28

System Configuration Menu ...................................................................................................................................29

Configure Host Adapters ........................................................................................................................................31

Edit Host Adapter....................................................................................................................................................31

Configure Users......................................................................................................................................................34

Edit Users ...............................................................................................................................................................34

Add New User................................................................................................................... ......................................35

Host Access Controls .............................................................................................................................................35

User Station Configuration......................................................................................................................................36

Select Auto-login User............................................................................................................................................37

Firmware Configuration Menu ................................................................................................................................38

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

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

RS232 or Telnet Connection ......................................................................................................................................41

RS232 Connection.....................................................................................................................................................41

RS232 Command Protocol........................................................................................................................................42

RS232 Command Protocol Quick Reference.........................................................................................................42

Telnet Connection......................................................................................................................................................43

Telnet via HyperTerminal........................................................................................................................................43

Telnet via Command Prompt..................................................................................................................................43

Log In to the Main Menu............................................................................................................................................44

System Configuration Menu ......................................................................................................................................45

Host Configuration Menu...........................................................................................................................................46

Share Mode...............................................................................................................................................................47

User Configuration Menu...........................................................................................................................................48

User Station Configuration Menu ..............................................................................................................................49

Firmware Configuration .............................................................................................................................................50

Network Configuration...............................................................................................................................................50

View KVM Connections.............................................................................................................................................51

View System Info.......................................................................................................................................................51

Restore Settings to Defaults......................................................................................................................................52

HA-RS Configuration.................................................................................................................................................53

Help Menu...............................................................................................................................................................54

Setup Screen..........................................................................................................................................................54

Programmable Keys ...............................................................................................................................................55

View the Buffer........................................................................................................................................................55

Stop and Resume Output.......................................................................................................................................55

Update PRIMUX Matrix Switch Firmware........................................................................................... .......................56

Keyboard Mapping......................................................................................................................................................57

Key Equivalents.........................................................................................................................................................57

SUN’s 16 Extra Keys.................................................................................................................................................57

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Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................59

Interconnection Cable Wiring Method ......................................................................................................................60

PC-To-Matrix Switch Crossover Cable......................................................................................................................60

Null Modem Cable Pinouts.........................................................................................................................................61

Menu Quick-Find Keystroke Table............................................................................................................................62

Warranty Information..................................................................................................................................................63

Index.............................................................................................................................................................................63

TABLE OF FIGURES

Figure 1- Connect a HA-UNV Host Adapter to a PS/2 CPU ..............................................................................................................6

Figure 2- Connect a HA-UNV Host Adapter to a USB CPU...............................................................................................................7

Figure 3- Connect a HA-SUN-MTX Host Adapter to a Legacy SUN CPU .........................................................................................7

Figure 4- Connect an HA-RS-M Host Adapter to a server.................................................................................................................8

Figure 5- Connect an HA-RS-M Host Adapter to a DCE type device ................................................................................................8

Figure 6- Connect CAT5 cable to Host Adapter.................................................................................................................................9

Figure 7- Add terminating plug to HA-SUN-MTX Host Adapter .........................................................................................................9

Figure 8- Connect the extended PS/2 components to the User Station...........................................................................................10

Figure 9- Connect extended USB components to the User Station.................................................................................................11

Figure 10- Connect CAT5 cable to User Station..............................................................................................................................11

Figure 11- Connect User Stations to Matrix Switch .........................................................................................................................12

Figure 12- Connect Host Adapters to Matrix Switch........................................................................................................................12

Figure 13- Connect a terminal to use RS232 serial interface...........................................................................................................13

Figure 14- Connect the Matrix Switch to the Ethernet .....................................................................................................................13

Figure 15- Connect the IEC power cord to the Matrix Switch ..........................................................................................................14

Figure 16- Connect the AC adapter to the User Station...................................................................................................................14

Figure 17- OSD Menu Navigation....................................................................................................................................................18

Figure 18- PRIMUX-UZR front panel...............................................................................................................................................19

Figure 19- Login splash screen........................................................................................................................................................20

Figure 20- Command Mode main menu ..........................................................................................................................................21

Figure 21- Settings menu.................................................................................................................................................................23

Figure 22- OSD Settings Menu........................................................................................................................................................24

Figure 23- Scan Dwell Time field.....................................................................................................................................................24

Figure 24- Host Adapters to Scan list ..............................................................................................................................................25

Figure 25- Favorite Hosts list...........................................................................................................................................................26

Figure 26- Video Adjustment Screen...............................................................................................................................................27

Figure 27- Administration Menu.......................................................................................................................................................28

Figure 28- System Configuration menu ...........................................................................................................................................29

Figure 29- Configure DDC...............................................................................................................................................................30

Figure 30- Host Adapter List............................................................................................................................................................31

Figure 31- Edit Host Adapters menu................................................................................................................................................31

Figure 32- User Access Controls list................................................................................................................................................32

Figure 33- Share Mode Option (Matrix Mode only)..........................................................................................................................33

Figure 34- Configure Users menu....................................................................................................................................................34

Figure 35- Edit Users menu.............................................................................................................................................................34

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Figure 36- Host Access Controls list................................................................................................................................................36

Figure 37- User Station Configuration screen..................................................................................................................................36

Figure 38- Select user for Auto-logIn...............................................................................................................................................37

Figure 39- Firmware Configuration Menu ........................................................................................................................................38

Figure 40- Update Host Adapters....................................................................................................................................................39

Figure 41- Select Keyboard Language menu ..................................................................................................................................39

Figure 42- Network Configuration page...........................................................................................................................................40

Figure 43- RS232 Port Properties Configuration .............................................................................................................................41

Figure 44- Telnet connection via HyperTerminal.............................................................................................................................43

Figure 45- Telnet-login menu...........................................................................................................................................................44

Figure 46- Telnet- Main menu..........................................................................................................................................................45

Figure 47- Telnet- System Configuration.........................................................................................................................................45

Figure 48- Telnet- Configure Hosts..................................................................................................................................................46

Figure 49- Telnet- Edit Host.............................................................................................................................................................46

Figure 50- Telnet- Configure Users .................................................................................................................................................48

Figure 51- Telnet- Edit User.............................................................................................................................................................48

Figure 52- Telnet- Configure User Station.......................................................................................................................................49

Figure 53- Telnet- Edit User Station ................................................................................................................................................49

Figure 54- Telnet- Firmware Configuration......................................................................................................................................50

Figure 55- Telnet- Network Configuration........................................................................................................................................50

Figure 56- Telnet- View KVM Connections......................................................................................................................................51

Figure 57- Telnet- System Information.............................................................................................................................................51

Figure 58- Telnet- Restore Default Settings.....................................................................................................................................52

Figure 59- HA-RS User Interface.....................................................................................................................................................53

Figure 60- HA-RS Help Screen........................................................................................................................................................54

Figure 61- HA-RS Setup Screen......................................................................................................................................................54

Figure 62- HA-RS Programmable Keys Screen...............................................................................................................................55

Figure 63- Keyboard layouts............................................................................................................................................................58

Figure 64- View looking into RJ45 female........................................................................................................................................60

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NTI PRIMUX MATRIX KVM SWITCH VIA CAT 5

INTRODUCTION

The PRIMUX-16X64 KVM Matrix Switch via CAT5 is designed to enable the relocation of up to 16 VGA monitors, PS/2 or USB
keyboards and mice from up to 64 non-blocking PS/2, SUN, or USB CPUs by as much as 1000 feet. The PRIMUX is comprised
of at least one PRIMUX KVM Matrix Switch (SWITCH), at least one PRIMUX-UZR User Station and at least one Host Adapter
(HA-UNV,HA-SUN-MTX, or HA-RS-M) connected to a CPU to be controlled by the user. The PRIMUX-UZR User Station supports
PS/2 and USB user keyboard and mouse (devices). This manual describes the installation and operatio n of these three
components.

The PRIMUX Host Adapters and User Stations are connected to the SWITCH with either CAT5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) or
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable, CAT5e cable, or CAT6 cable.

The PRIMUX Series CAT5 KVM Matrix Switch is simple 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

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

• Non-blocking control- up to 16 users have a clear path to up to 64 CPUs 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 page 59 for details)

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

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

• Multi-user, multi-platform, multi-rack access

• Ideal for hazardous/unsecured environments. The User Stations can be located u p to 1,000 feet from the servers

• Inexpensive CAT5/5e/6 UTP cable replaces bulky KVM cables

• Simple plug-and-play auto-configured installation

• Servers are discovered as they are powered up, and can be accessed immediately by authorized users

• Hot-swap components with no disruption of server operation

• Dedicated microprocessors prevent CPUs from locking up, ensuring reliable control

• Real time power status of connected servers

• Provides connection to servers during power up at the BIOS level

• Platform-specific host adapters (PS/2+USB,SUN, and Serial computers)

• Command and control provided by OSD of connected User Station

• Flash firmware upgrades

Supported Operating Systems

The PRIMUX is compatible with:

• Win9x • WinMe

• WinNT • WinXP • MAC OS9.x , OSX • Solaris

• Win2K • WinVista • Linux • FREE BSD

• Windows 7 • Windows Server 2000,2003,2008

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Materials

Materials Supplied with this kit:

Materials Not Supplied, but REQUIRED:

• NTI PRIMUX-UZR User Station

• NTI HA-UNV PS2/USB Host Adapter (Includes a CT7038 USB-PS2 Adapter) / HA-SUN-MTX SUN Host Adapter / HA-RS-

• 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.

• A null modem cable will be required for future software updates (included with your PRIMUX-UZR). See pg. 61 for

• NTI RJ45MF-RS232-CO seria l crossover adapter will be required if an HA-RS-M is installed and connected to a DCE type

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.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

PRIMUX-8x32 Matrix Switch (above):

1. Power ON/OFF switch

2. LCD Display - for visual indication of connection between User Stations and Host Adapters

3. IEC Power connector

4. CPU 1-32- RJ45 female - for connection of CAT5 cable between Host Adapters and Switch

5. USER 1-8- RJ45 female - for connection of CAT5 cable between User Stations and Switch

6. RS232- DB9 male- serial communication port

7. SCSI68 – for stack expansion of the switch (not supported as of this printing)

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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 for quick selection of specific Host Adapters

4. Power Switch- to turn User Station On/Off

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

6. 5VDC 2A- female power connector- 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)

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11. CAT5 - RJ45 female- for connection of CAT5 cable between Host Adapter and Matrix Switch
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 Adapter.

12. Monitor- for connecting the video monitor

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

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

15. Device Connector- male USB Type A (HA-UNV only)- for connecting to a device port on a USB CPU

15a. PS2 Mouse Adapter Connector- green male 6 miniDIN to USB Type A female (HA-UNV only)- for connecting to a mouse
port on a PS2 CPU
15b. Device Connector- orange male 8 miniDIN (HA-SUN-MTX only)- for connecting to a device port on a legacy SUN CPU
15c. Power and Serial Connectors-USB Type A and RJ45 male(HA-RS-M only)- for connecting to the serial port on a terminal
and powering the Host Adapter

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PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION

• Choose a secure location for the Matrix Switch, such that cables from User Stations and Host Adapters will reach it. This

location should be secure enough to restrict personnel access.

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

• The CAT5 cables must be run between the Host Adapter locations and Matrix Switch position and between User Station

locations and Matrix Switch position. 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.).

NOTE: The installer must ensure that all CAT5 cable between Host Adapters and User Stations to the SWITCH is of the
straight-through type and not

• 120V or 240V electrical supplies (depending on the cord type being used) must be provided close enough to the Matrix

Switch positions to plug them into.

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

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

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

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.

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INSTALLATION

Install The Host Adapter

The PRIMUX HA Host Adapter is designed to support PS/2, SUN and USB CPUs, in addition to serial devices with an RS232
port. For PS/2 or USB CPUs use HA-UNV, for SUN CPUs use HA-SUN-MTX, and for serially-controlled servers or devices use
HA-RS-M. Before installing or removing a Host Adapter, power down the CPU to be connected/disconnected and disconnect the
power cord from the CPU.

CAUTION! DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE CPU AND HOST ADAPTER IF POWER IS NOT DISCONNECTED BEFORE

CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING CABLES

Installation of a HA-UNV to a PS/2 CPU

Plug the cables of the HA-UNV Host Adapter into the back of the PS/2 CPU after disconnecting the power cord from the CPU.
(See Figure 1.)

a) Connect the green 6 pin miniDIN to USB adapter (provided) to the USB cable

end and plug it into 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 1- Connect a HA-UNV Host Adapter to a PS/2 CPU

6 miniDIN

male connectors

Rear View of PS/2 CPU

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PS/2 Keyboard

PS/2 keyboard (purple)

USB-PS/2 Adapter

(mouse)

15HD male
video connector

(Front View)

Note: When hotplugging the
mouse and keyboard cables into
a PS/2 CPU, be sure to connect
the mouse cable first, then the
keyboard cable. Failure to
connect in this order may cause
the mouse to not be recognized
by the CPU.

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Installation of a HA-UNV to a USB CPU

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

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.

NOTE: The purple keyboard connector cannot be used when the HA-UNV is installed on a USB CPU. In this installation,
the USB connector will carry both the mouse and keyboard communication signals to the CPU.

Figure 2- Connect a HA-UNV Host Adapter to a USB CPU

USB Type A

device port

15HD female

video connector

Rear View of USB CPU

PS/2 Keyboard Connector cannot be used
when the USB connector is plugged directly
into the USB CPU.

USB Type A male

(Front View)

15HD male
video connector

Installation of a Legacy SUN CPU

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

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 3- Connect a HA-SUN-MTX Host Adapter to a Legacy SUN CPU

Rear View of SUN CPU

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FYI: The HA-SUN-MTX Host
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keyboard power-ON support
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Installation of a Serial-Controlled Server or Device

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

a) Connect the RJ45 cable end to the serial control port on the serial device. A DB9-to-RJ45 console adapter (supplied
with the HA-RS-M) 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-M is only using the power supplied by two of the four terminals in the connector.

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Figure 4- Connect an HA-RS-M Host Adapter to a server

CONNECT TO ANY AVAILABLE USB PORT
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Pinout for RJ45 Female to RJ45 Male crossover Adapter

RJ45MF-RS232-CO
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USB Type A male

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USB Type A male

RJ45 Male

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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.

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Connecting the CAT5 cable to the Host Adapter

Connect CAT5 cable to the “OUT” port on the Host Adapter (Figure 6). When properly inserted, the cable end should snap into
place.

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

extension cable to the RJ45 wall outlet.

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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 the Switch is of the straight-through type and not

Figure 6- Connect CAT5 cable to Host Adapter

NOTE: HA-SUN-MTX Host Adapters require the insertion of a Terminating Plug (included) into the "IN" port on the Host
Adapter. Be sure to insert this plug.

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CAT5 Cable
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Cable t o CPU

(Rear View)

Terminating
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CAT5 Cable
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Figure 7- Add terminating plug to HA-SUN-MTX Host Adapter

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Install The User Station

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

Note: Only PRIMUX-UZR User Stations running firmware version 2.0 or later can be used in conjunction with the PRIMUX
Matrix Switch. To upgrade the firmware, download firmware files and instruction from

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

Installation with PS/2 devices

1. Position the User Station such that the CAT5 cabl e, 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 8).

a. Connect the keyboard to the p urple female 6 pin miniDIN connector on the User Station.
b. Connect the mouse to the green female 6 pin miniDIN connector on the User Station.

Figure 8- Connect the extended PS/2 components to the User Station

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NTI PRIMUX MATRIX KVM SWITCH VIA CAT 5

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 on the User Station.

3. Connect the USB device(s) to the User Station (see Figure 9).

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
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Figure 9- Connect extended USB components to the User Station

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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 page 5.
Connect the CAT5 cable to the “Cat 5” port on the User Station. (See Figure 10.) When properly inserted 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 Ethernet RJ45 connector of an Ethernet device. Damage to devices connected to the Ethernet may

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Rear View of PRIMUX-UZR User Station

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Figure 10- Connect CAT5 cable to User Station

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NTI PRIMUX MATRIX KVM SWITCH VIA CAT 5

Install The Matrix Switch

The PRIMUX KVM Matrix Switch is designed to connect multiple User Stations to multiple Host Adapters.

Installation

1. Position the SWITCH such that the CAT5 cables from User Stations and Host Adapters, and the AC power cord can each
reach the SWITCH without cable strain. It may be desirable to position the SWITCH in a secure place, accessible only to the
administrator and trusted users.

2. Connect the CAT5 cables from User Stations to the SWITCH user ports, starting with the first user port.

1516

5VDC
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USB

Devices

RS232

Figure 11- Connect User Stations to Matrix Switch

3. Connect the CAT5 cables from Host Adapters to the SWITCH CPU ports.

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Figure 12- Connect Host Adapters to Matrix Switch

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4. To control the Matrix Switch using RS232 serial interface via a control terminal (page 41), connect a serial cable between the

control terminal and the "RS232" port on the Matrix Switch. This cable is supplied with your PRIMUX-UZR (DINT-6-FF) and you
can also see page 61 for specifications of the pinout for this cable.

Figure 13- Connect a terminal to use RS232 serial interface

5. Connect a CAT5 patch cable from the local Ethernet network connection (or directly from a PC using a crossover cable­pinout on page 60) to the connector on the Matrix Switch marked "ETHERNET".

Rear View of PRIMUX-Matrix Switch

CPU

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NTI PRIMUX MATRIX KVM SWITCH VIA CAT 5

Power Up for the First Time

NOTE: The user devices, monitor, and CAT5 cable should already be connected before powering up the User Stations
and the Switch.

1. Connect the AC power cord to the IEC pow er connector and turn ON the power to the unit. The LCD will display the boot
status after approximately 2 seconds.

Figure 15- Connect the IEC power cord to the Matrix Switch

2. Connect the AC adapter po wer connector to the 5VDC port on the User Station (see Figure 16). Plug the AC adapter into a
power outlet and turn ON power to the User Station. The yellow LED on the RJ45 connector of the User Station should
illuminate, indicating that a proper power connection has been made to it.

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

FYI: The Host Adapter is powered by the CPU.

Figure 16- Connect the AC adapter to the User Station

4. Power up the monitor.

5. With the Matrix Switch, User Stations and Host Adapters all connected via CAT5 cable, continue now with “USING THE
PRIMUX USER STATION” on page 15. For control using a terminal or remotely via Telnet, see “RS232 or Telnet
Connection” on page 41.

Rear View of PRIMUX-Matrix Switch

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NTI PRIMUX MATRIX KVM SWITCH VIA CAT 5

USING THE PRIMUX USER STATION

The NTI PRIMUX Matrix Switch is designed to be controlled either via OSD menus from a PRIMUX-UZR User Station, via RS232,
or remotely via Telnet. The following describes control via a User Station.

The PRIMUX-UZR User Station must first be installed as decribed under “Install the User Station” on page 10. Control is
achieved through the use of either the keypad on the front panel or On Screen Display (OSD) Menus. Access to one or more
CPUs is determined by the security configuration of the PRIMUX as set by the administrator. Once user access limitations are
defined, the user can select which CPU to connect to using either the OSD menu, the "Search" buttons on the front of the User
Station, or quickly make a selection after programming the "Favorite" buttons.

Please Note: The PRIMUX User Station and Host Adapters used in conjunction with the PRIMUX Matrix Switch must all
be running firmware version 2.0 or later in order to be compatible with the PRIMUX Matrix Switch. For updated
firmware, go to

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

Hot Plugging

The PRIMUX-UZR is designed to emulate the presence of a mouse and keyboard whenever the PRIMUX-UZR is po wered ON.
As a result, the keyboard and mouse may be hot plugged from the User Station at any time without causing a CPU error.

Note: Device types cannot be changed when hot plugging. If the device type is changed (i.e. from PS/2 to USB), the
PRIMUX-UZR must be power cycled (turned OFF, then ON again) for the device to work properly.

Note: Both devices must be either PS/2 or USB. There cannot be one of each connected to the User Station.

The PRIMUX Host Adapter may also be hot plugged to a CPU, provided the CPU and the operating system supports device hot
plugging. (Operating systems known to support PS/2 hot-plugging include Windows 2000 SP3 and higher, Windows XP,
Windows Vista, Linux, Windows Server 2000,2003 and 2008, and Windows 7.) All USB systems support hot-plugging.

Note: When hot plugging the mouse and keyboard cables into a PS/2 CPU that is kn own to support hot plugging, be
sure to connect the mouse cable first, then the keyboard cable. Failure to connect in this order may cause the mouse to
not be recognized by the CPU.

CAT5 cables can be hot plugged. If the CAT5 cable is disconnected, the User Station will continue to monitor all Host Adapters in
the Host Adapter List.

FYI: Once a Host Adapter is selected by the User Station it will stay connected or attempt to connect forever if the
selected Host Adapter is powered OFF or the CAT5 cable is disconnected. To properly remove a Host Adapter, the user
must delete it from the Host Adapter List (page 31).

Initial Startup

After installing the User Station, the Matrix Switch and one or more Host Adapters as described on pages 4-8, when first applying
power the user named “

root user has full administrator rights and access to all Host Adapters and their connected CPUs.

User Rights vs. Administrator Rights

The Administrator has full control over the functions of the PRIMUX CAT5 KVM system, while the User has limited control.
Administrator Rights Include:

¾ Change the Administrator Password
¾ Assign, edit, and remove user names and passwords
¾ Define user access rights to CPUs
¾ Adding and configuring Host Adapters
¾ Configure operating parameters of the User Station
¾ Update DDC information between the monitor and CPUs
¾ The ability to connect the User Station’s keyboard, mouse, and monitor to any CPU
¾ The ability to enable/disable and configure Scan Mode
¾ The ability to assign a list of favorite CPUs
¾ The ability to fine tune the video quality

FYI: Users can be given full administrative access rights by the administrator (see page 34).

root” will be automatically logged-in and the Command Mo de OSD menu will appear. By default, the

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