Network Technologies RACKMUX-UW15-4USB, RACKMUX-UW15-8USB, RACKMUX-UW17-4USB, RACKMUX-UW17-8USB User Manual

NTI

NETWORK

TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED

1275 Danner Dr Aurora, OH 44202

www.networktechinc.com

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

RACKMUX ®Series

RACKMUX-UW15-4USB RACKMUX-UW15-8USB RACKMUX-UW17-4USB RACKMUX-UW17-8USB

KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch

Installation and Operation Manual

MAN031 Rev Date 2/12/2007

Warranty Information

The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is two (2) years from the date of purchase. Please contact Network Technologies Inc at (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 or visit our website at http://www.networktechinc.com for information regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns.

Copyright © 2003-2007 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.

TRADEMARK

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................1

Available Options......................................................................................................................................................1

Types of CPUs Supported........................................................................................................................................1

Features....................................................................................................................................................................1

MATERIALS....................................................................................................................................................................2

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................3

INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................................................4

Rack Mounting Instructions .........................................................................................................................................4

Connect The Cables....................................................................................................................................................4

Power-Up Sequence....................................................................................................................................................5

USING THE RACKMUX..................................................................................................................................................6

Keyboard Control.........................................................................................................................................................6

OSD Control....................................................................................................................................................................6

Security Option............................................................................................................................................................6

Enabling the Security Feature ..................................................................................................................................6

User Login Mode .........................................................................................................................................................7

ADDITIONAL MODES AVAILABLE WITH SECURITY ..................................................................................................8

Administration Mode....................................................................................................................................................8

Administrator Password...............................................................................................................................................8

User Name List............................................................................................................................................................9

Edit user.....................................................................................................................................................................10

Alternate Command Hot Key.....................................................................................................................................11

USER ACCESS FUNCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................11

Introduction................................................................................................................................................................11

Command Mode........................................................................................................................................................11

Broadcast Mode.........................................................................................................................................................13

Scan Mode.................................................................................................................................................................13

Normal Mode.............................................................................................................................................................13

Edit Mode...................................................................................................................................................................13

Change Settings........................................................................................................................................................14

Select Ports For Broadcast........................................................................................................................................15

Select Ports For Scan................................................................................................................................................15

Language Selection...................................................................................................................................................16

MAC Ports Configuration...........................................................................................................................................16

Search Mode .............................................................................................................................................................17

Maintenance Mode....................................................................................................................................................17

Help Mode .................................................................................................................................................................18

F3- Display Information..............................................................................................................................................19

No Sun Sleep Mode...................................................................................................................................................19

CASCADING.................................................................................................................................................................20

Cascaded Installation ................................................................................................................................................20

Limitations..................................................................................................................................................................22

MOUSE CLICK EQUIVALENTS ...................................................................................................................................23

KEYBOARD FEATURES..............................................................................................................................................23

Keyboard-To-Computer Translation..........................................................................................................................23

Translation Capabilities ..........................................................................................................................................23

Translation Tables ..................................................................................................................................................23

International Sun Keyboards.....................................................................................................................................24

DDC SUPPORT............................................................................................................................................................24

TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................................................24

DEFAULT PASSWORD RESET...................................................................................................................................25

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TABLE OF FIGURES

Figure 1- Mount RACKMUX to rack...................................................................................................................................................4

Figure 2- Connect each CPU.............................................................................................................................................................5

Figure 3- Connect the power cord and AC adapter ...........................................................................................................................5

Figure 4- Administrator Login screen.................................................................................................................................................7

Figure 5- User Login screen ..............................................................................................................................................................7

Figure 6- Administration Mode menu.................................................................................................................................................8

Figure 7- Administrator password change .........................................................................................................................................8

Figure 8- User Name List screen.......................................................................................................................................................9

Figure 9- Edit the user access list....................................................................................................................................................10

Figure 10- Command Mode screen .................................................................................................................................................11

Figure 11- More Command Mode Features.....................................................................................................................................12

Figure 12- Edit Mode screen............................................................................................................................................................13

Figure 13- Change Settings menu...................................................................................................................................................14

Figure 14- Select ports for broadcasting..........................................................................................................................................15

Figure 15- Select ports for scanning................................................................................................................................................15

Figure 16- Select the keyboard language........................................................................................................................................16

Figure 17- Configure Ports for MAC screen .....................................................................................................................................16

Figure 18- Search Mode screen ......................................................................................................................................................17

Figure 19- Maintenance Mode screen .............................................................................................................................................17

Figure 20- Information provided by the F3 command ......................................................................................................................19

Figure 21- Connections for Cascading.............................................................................................................................................20

Figure 22- Cascaded configuration with multi-user slaves...............................................................................................................21

Figure 23- Master-to-slave device cable connections- single-user switches....................................................................................21

Figure 24- Master to slave cable connections- multi-user switches..............................................................

Figure 25- Locating the password reset button ................................................................................................................................25

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NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

INTRODUCTION

The RACKMUX-UW15-8USB (formerly referred to as RACKMUX-15-USBV-8) is a KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch (RACKMUX) that combines a rackmount 15" TFT/ LCD monitor, keyboard, trackball mouse, and USB KVM switch (UNIMUX) in a space-saving 1RU industrial strength drawer. The RACKMUX is equipped with a built-in switch function, which allo ws control of up to eight USB-enabled computers with a single keyboard, mouse and monitor.

The onboard USB KVM swtich allows access to any Windows, MAC, or SUN USB CPUs from one monitor, USB keyboard and USB mouse (up to 8 CPUs). Internal microprocessor circuitry allows all USB CPUs to be booted simultaneously without keyboard error. Port selection is accomplished through On Screen Display (OSD) menus provided for switch control and security administration.

Models Available

¾ RACKMUX-UW15-4USB - KVM Drawer with 15" TFT/LCD monitor and 4-port UNIMUX ¾ RACKMUX-UW17-4USB - KVM Drawer with 17" TFT/LCD monitor and 4-port UNIMUX ¾ RACKMUX-UW15-8USB - KVM Drawer with 15" TFT/LCD monitor and 8-port UNIMUX ¾ RACKMUX-UW17-8USB - KVM Drawer with 17" TFT/LCD monitor and 8-port UNIMUX

Available Option

• The integrated USB KVM switch (UNIMUX) is available with DDC support by adding "D" to model number (RACKMUX-

UW15/17-xUSB-D)

Types of CPUs Supported

Any USB CPU supporting USB version 1.0 or above including:

• USB WINxx

• USB MAC

• USB SUN

Features

• Entire unit is only 1RU (1.75") high.

• High-quality metal construction (ideal for most industrial and commercial settings)

• 15" or 17" Rack Mount LCD Monitor features a wide viewing angle

• 1024X768 resolution for 15" XGA monitor

• 1280x1024 resolution for 17" SXGA monitor

• LCD Power-up when raised; manual override.

• LCD Display controls (using on-screen menu).

• NEMA sealed front 2mm glass protects the LCD panel

• "Gold Crosspoint" keyboard contacts for high reliability

• Includes rack mount kit suitable for SUN and most EIA 19" racks

• Fits varying rack depths via adjustable mounting brackets (see chart on page 25)

• VGA/SVGA/XGA/ SXGA Compatible

• KVM Drawer powered by 110-240VAC, 50 or 60Hz via AC adapter w/ IEC connector and country-specific line cord

• Integrated USB KVM Switch powered by 110-24VAC, 50 or 60Hz via IEC connector and country-specific line cord

NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

MATERIALS

Materials supplied with this kit:

• NTI RACKMUX-UW15/17-4/8 KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch

• 2-Line cords, country specific

• 110-240VAC, 50 or 60Hz-12VDC/4A AC Adapter

• set of keys for keylock

• This manual

Materials Not supplied but REQUIRED:

A USBVEXT-xx-MM cable for each USB CPU being connected to the switch must be used for monitor, keyboard and mouse

interface. where:

xx is the length of the cable in feet MM indicates male-to-male connector

Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) in the US and Canada or (330) 562-7070 (worldwide).

NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

F r o n t V i e w R A C K M U X - U W 1 5 - 8 U S B

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

1. LCD Display Monitor- for user video interface

2. Keyboard with Trackball- for user data input

3. Mousepad - for user control

4. Buttons- to control display characteristics

5. Keylock- to secure the drawer and prevent unauthorized use

6. IEC Connector- for power cord connection to power the UNIMUX

7. Power Switch- to power up or power down the UNIMUX

8. RS232- 9D male connector- for attaching RS232 interface cable from a CPU to control the functions of one or more switches

9. CPU x- USB type B female connector-for connection of USB device cable from CPU(s)

10. 12VDC- for connection of a 12VDC AC Adapter to power the KVM Drawer

11. VIDEO x- 15HD female connectors- for connecting video cables from CPUs

12. Auto-power-ON/OFF button- to automatically power ON or OFF the monitor when it is raised or lowered

NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

INSTALLATION

Rack Mounting Instructions

The RACKMUX was designed to be mounted to a rack and includes mounting flanges to make attachment easy.

1. Determine the mounting height in the rack for the drawer. It should be a height comfortable to use the keyboard and see the LCD display. Mark holes in each of the 4 corner cabinet rails at points all level with each other.

2. Secure the rear brackets to the rear rack cabinet rails. Apply the top screws (not supplied) for each bracket to the holes marked in step 1.

3. Lift the keyboard into position and line the studs on the left and right sides up with the slotted openings in the rear bracket. Apply the nuts (supplied) to the studs but do not tighten the nuts yet.

FYI: There are 3 mounting studs provided on each side of the RACKMUX. Depending on the depth of the rack and distance apart of the cabinet rails, the position of the rear bracket may make all 3 studs available for use. In this case, apply the 2 nuts to the studs furthest apart from each other on each side.

4. Slide the drawer in until the top holes in the front bracket flanges line up with the holes marked in step 1. Secure the front brackets on the drawer to the front cabinet rails. Be sure to tighten the screws securely. Then tighten the nuts applied in step 3.

Front bracket

Front bracket flange on drawer

flange on drawer

Secure drawer

Secure drawer to rail us in g

to rail us in g

to rail us in g two screws

two screws

two screws (not supplied)

Figure 1- Mount RACKMUX to rack

Front Cabinet

Front Cabinet Rail

Rail

Drawer

St ud on dr aw e r

Rear bracket overlapping

Rear bracket overlapping drawer

drawer

Apply nuts (supplied) to studs and

Apply nuts (supplied) to studs and secure rear brackets to drawer.

secure rear brackets to drawer.

(Rear edge

(Rear edge of drawer)

of drawer)

Rear Cabinet

Rear Cabinet Rail

Rail

Rear bracket

Rear bracket flange

flange

Secure bracket

Secure bracket to rail us i n g

to rail us i n g

to rail us i n g two screws

two screws

two screws (not supplied)

Connect The Cables

FYI It is not necessary to turn the CPUs or monitors OFF during this installation.

1. Connect each CPU to the UNIMUX switch using a USBVEXT-xx-MM video and input device interface cable – REQUIRED (not supplied). (See Fig. 2 on page 5.)

2. Group the input device and monitor interface cables from each CPU, making sure that cables from the first CPU are connected to the UNIMUX switch at connectors "CPU 1" and "VIDEO 1". Cables from the second CPU should connect to "CPU 2" and "VIDEO 2" connectors...etc.

NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

N E T W O R K T E C H N O L O G I E S

N T I

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3. Connect the power cord to the IEC connector and the AC adapter to the "12VDC" connector.

N E T W O R K T E C H N O L O G I E S

N T I

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C P U 3

T e l : 3 3 0 - 5 6 2 - 7 0 7 01 2 7 5 D a n n e r D r , A u r o r a , O H 4 4 2 0 2 w w w . n t i 1 . c o m

Figure 3- Connect the power cord and AC adapter

R e a r V i e w o f U N I M U X i n R A C K M U X - U W 1 5 - 8 U S B

C P U 6 C P U 5

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C P U 2 C P U 1

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Figure 2- Connect each CPU

R e a r V i e w o f U N I M U X i n R A C K M U X - U W 1 5 - 8 U S B

C P U 6 C P U 5

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C P U 2 C P U 1

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V I D E OV I D E O

Power-Up Sequence

1. Using the key, unlock the drawer and slide the keyboard and LCD Display out far enough to raise the display to a comfortable viewing angle.

2. Power ON the KVM Drawer with the power switch located at the rear of the keyboard.

3. Adjust the screen's brightness and contrast with the controls also located at the rear of the keyboard– as needed.

4. Power ON the UNIMUX with the power switch at the rear of the unit.

5. Power ON any attached CPUs.

FYI: The CPUs can be powered at any time although if a CPU needs a keyboard and/or mouse at power-ON it should be powered after connecting to and powering-ON the UNIMUX switch.

Note: If the DDC support option is installed, the UNIMUX and the monitor must be powered up before any CPUs are powered up.

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