Network Technologies RACKMUX-V15-4USB, RACKMUX-V15-8USB, RACKMUX-V17-8USB, RACKMUX-V17-4USB Installation Manual
NTI
NETWORK
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TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED
1275 Danner Dr
Aurora, OH 44202
www.networktechinc.com
Tel:330-562-7070
Fax:330-562-1999
RACKMUX ®Series
RACKMUX-V15-4USB
RACKMUX-V15-8USB
RACKMUX-V17-4USB
RACKMUX-V17-8USB
KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch
Installation and Operation Manual
MAN085 Rev Date 8/30/2007
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
Copyright © 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
Models Available.......................................................................................................................................................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 UNIMUX......................................................................................................................................................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
Display Functions..........................................................................................................................................................23
Standard Controls......................................................................................................................................................23
OSD Control Menu-...................................................................................................................................................23
OSD Main Menu .....................................................................................................................................................23
Brightness/Contrast Menu......................................................................................................................................24
Color Menu .............................................................................................................................................................24
Position Menu.........................................................................................................................................................24
Setup Menu.............................................................................................................................................................25
Keyboard Functions ......................................................................................................................................................26
RACKMUX-V15-x......................................................................................................................................................26
Number Pad...............................................................................................................................................................27
Other Functions of the "Fn" Key................................................................................................................................28
SUN Keyboard Keys...............................................................................................................................................28
Power Key...............................................................................................................................................................28
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................................................29
DEFAULT PASSWORD RESET...................................................................................................................................29
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Rackmux-KVM Drawer Standard Specifications...........................................................................................................30
General Specs...........................................................................................................................................................30
LCD – 15” ..................................................................................................................................................................30
LCD – 17” ..................................................................................................................................................................30
Display Controller: VGA (-15 & -17) ..........................................................................................................................30
OSD Control Board....................................................................................................................................................30
Keyboard....................................................................................................................................................................31
Touchpad...................................................................................................................................................................31
INDEX............................................................................................................................................................................31
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.................................................................................................22
Figure 25- OSD Controls .................................................................................................................................................................23
Figure 26- US(English) Keyboard Layout ........................................................................................................................................26
Figure 27- Keyboard LED Indications..............................................................................................................................................26
Figure 28- Keys of the Number Pad ................................................................................................................................................27
Figure 29- Additional multi-function keys.........................................................................................................................................28
Figure 30- Locating the password reset button ................................................................................................................................29
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NTI RACKMUX KVM Drawer with UNIMUX Switch
INTRODUCTION
The RACKMUX-V15-8USB is a KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch (RACKMUX) that combines a rackmount 15" TFT/ LCD
monitor, keyboard, touch pad, 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, touchpad and monitor. When access to a server rack is needed, the drawer can be pulled out a nd the display
lifted up like a notebook computer, revealing the keyboard and touchpad. When the drawer is not in use, the display can be folded
forward and down so the 1RU drawer can be pushed into the cabinet easily and smooth ly, helping to organize and streamline
busy server rooms.
The onboard USB KVM switch 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.
with wrist pads.
Models Available
¾ RACKMUX-V15-4USB - KVM Drawer with 15" TFT/LCD monitor and 4-port UNIMUX
¾ RACKMUX-V17-4USB - KVM Drawer with 17" TFT/LCD monitor and 4-port UNIMUX
¾ RACKMUX-V15-8USB - KVM Drawer with 15" TFT/LCD monitor and 8-port UNIMUX
¾ RACKMUX-V17-8USB - KVM Drawer with 17" TFT/LCD monitor and 8-port UNIMUX
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
• A forward-folding 15” or 17” TFT LCD with built-in OSD menu for screen adjustments
• Includes rack mount kit suitable for SUN and most EIA 19" racks
• Fits varying rack depths from 22” to 39” deep via adjustable mounting brackets
• VGA/SVGA/XGA/ SXGA Compatible
• Powered by 110-240VAC, 50 or 60Hz via IEC connector and country-specific line cord
• Auto shut-OFF switch: Turns OFF the power to the monitor when the LCD is in a folded-closed position.
• Standard 3-button touchpad
• Added security with a drawer lock to prevent unwanted access
• Locking rails to prevent movement of the drawer when fully extended
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MATERIALS
Materials supplied with this kit:
• NTI RACKMUX-V15/17-4/8 KVM Drawer with USB KVM Switch
• Line cord, country specific
• set of keys for keylock
• 2 Rear Mounting Brackets w/nuts
• 8 #10-32x3/4” screws and cage nuts for mounting to a rack
• CD with pdf of 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).
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Front View
RACKMUX-V17-8USB
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RACKMUX-V17-8USB
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
1. Power Button- press to turn the LCD monitor ON and OFF
2. Power LED- Indicates operation status
Green = Power-ON, Video Input Signal OK
Red = Suspend / Stand-by, or no Video Input Signal
3. Menu Button- press to turn ON the OSD menu
4. Up Arrow Button- press to move the cursor in the OSD menu up
5. Down Arrow Button- press to move the cursor in the OSD menu down
6. Select Button- press to select a menu item (when OSD menu is ON) or press to auto adjust the video quality (when OSD
menu is OFF)
7. NumLock LED- illuminates when the number lock is ON
8. CapsLock LED- illuminates when CapsLock is ON.
9. Scroll Lock LED- illuminates when the Scroll Lock keyboard feature is ON.
10. Fn LED- illuminates when Function Features (page 26) are enabled.
11. LCD Display- for viewing the video signal from the connected CPU
12. Auto Shut-OFF- switch automatically shuts OFF the LCD display when the monitor is folded down
13. 3-button touch pad- for controlling mouse movements on the monitor and controlling the computer
14. Keylock- to prevent unauthorized use of the RACKMUX
15. keyboard- for manual data entry and computer control
16. wrist rest- for user comfort
17. IEC Connector w/Built-in 2A 240VAC Replaceable Fuse- for attachment of the IEC power cord to power the RACKMUX
drawer
18. Switch- for powering ON and OFF the RACKMUX drawer
19. CPU x- USB type B female connector-for connection of USB device cable from CPU(s)
20. VIDEO x- 15HD female connectors- for connecting video cables from CPUs
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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 (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 4 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 4 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 with two screws per bracket. Be sure to tighten the screws securely. Then
tighten the nuts applied in step 3.
5. Apply one more screw to each of the rear brackets to finish.
Front brac ke t
flange on dra we r
Secure bracket
to rail using tw o
screws and nuts
(supplied)
Figure 1- Mount RACKMUX to rack
Front Cabine t
Rail
Drawer
Stud on dra wer
Rear bracket overlapping
drawer
Apply nuts (supplied) t o s tuds a nd
secure rear brackets to drawer.
(Rear edge
of dra w er)
Re ar Ca bi ne t
Rail
Rear bracket
flange
Secure bracket
to rail using two
screws and nut
(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.
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CPU 8
CPU 4
CPU 7
CPU 3
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Rear View of Windows USB CPU
Input Device Port
USB Ty p e A Fem a le
Video Port
15HD Female
Video Connector
3. Connect the power cord to the IEC connector.
CPU 8
CPU 4
CPU 7
CPU 3
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Figure 3- Connect the power cord and AC adapter
Rear View of UNIMUX in RACKMUX-V15-8USB
CPU 6 CPU 5
CPU 2 CPU 1
USB Ty pe B
Female
Figure 2- Connect each CPU
Rear View of UNIMUX in RACKMUX-V15-8USB
CPU 6 CPU 5
CPU 2 CPU 1
IEC Power Cord
8 4 7 3 6 2 5 1
USB Ty pe A Male
USBVEXT-xx-MM
15HD Male
Video Connector
8 4 7 3 6 2 5 1
USB Type B
Male
VIDEOVIDEO
15HD Female
Video Connector
VIDEOVIDEO
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 UNIMUX with the power switch at the rear of the unit.
3. Power ON the KVM Drawer with the power switch located on the monitor.
4. Adjust the screen's brightness and contrast with the controls also located on the monitor– as needed.
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.
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USING THE UNIMUX
Once the RACKMUX is properly connected, the UNIMUX switch will enable a connection to be made between the attached CPUs
and the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
The UNIMUX switch can be controlled by two methods:
• keyboard control through Command Mode
• mouse clicks from within some menus of Command Mode
Keyboard Control
Keyboard control of the UNIMUX switch is achieved using Command Mode - operated using the keyboard and mouse in
conjunction with OSD menus superimposed onto the monitor.
By pressing <Ctrl> + < ` > (accent key), the user can enter Command Mode. Once in Command Mode, typing a series of
commands will cause the UNIMUX switch to connect the user to any one CPU connected to the switch. Pressing the <Esc> key
will exit Command Mode. The following instruction describes how to use the menus to operate the UNIMUX switch.
OSD CONTROL
OSD superimposes a menu system on the user’s video screen with a list of all connected CPUs. OSD allows CPUs to be named
(with up to 12-character names). OSD then allows selection of CPUs by that name. Connected CPUs can be listed by name or
by port number. OSD Search Mode enables the user to type in the first few characters of the CPU's name and the OSD will locate
it. Help screens assist with all OSD functions.
Security Option
The security option of the OSD Control enables an administrator to control access to CPU ports for each user. Up to 63 users
can be created. These users have controlled access to any CPU. Only the administrator can activate or deactivate the secur ity
features. Security can be activated from the Maintenance Mode menu (page 17) with a successful administrator login for
verification purposes. Furthermore, the administrator can set a maximum idle time value after which the current user will be
logged out and the login screen displayed. This time out does not function while the OSD is active. The current security status,
idle time out, and scan dwell time are all saved and will be restored whenever power to the switch is cycled OFF, then ON.
If the security option is enabled, when the RACKMUX is powered up the user will be prompted for a username an d password to
continue. If the security option is not enabled the monitor will display the desktop image for the connected CPU a nd the user
can continue with normal operation of the connected CPU.
Enabling the Security Feature
To enable the security feature the administrator must first enter Command Mode from the keyboard using the se quence
<Ctrl> + <`> (accent key). The OSD menu will automatically appear on the monitor. This provides a visual way to control the
UNIMUX switch using the keyboard and mouse.
The administrator , when setting the UNIMUX switch up for the first time, may want to proceed directly to the
ADMINISTRATION Mode by typing <CTRL> +<M> , then <A>, and then <Y>.
The factory settings are:
• user name = ADMINISTRATOR
• password = ADMINISTRATOR
Note: The user name for the administrator cannot be changed from "ADMINISTRATOR".
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Once logged-in, follow the instructions on pages 8 and 9 for setting up
users and changing the password. Within the Administration Mode the
administrator can setup each of the users and the limitations of their
use of the individual CPUs attached to the switch.
Figure 4- Administrator Login screen
When a standard user powers up the system a security screen will appear if security has been enabled by the
administrator. The user will need to login to the switch by following the instructions below for the USER LOGIN. If the user
does not know the appropriate user name and password (setup by the administrator), contact the switch administrator for this
information. Once logged-in a user can follow the Command Mode functions described on page 10 to control the switch within
the limitations as determined by the administrator.
User Login Mode
User login mode requires a user to login with a user name and password from the list created by the administrator. This mode will
also disable use of the front panel until the user logs in.
Function: Keystroke:
Adds a character to the
user name/password
Removes previous character
from the user name/password
Submit user name/password
Exit USER LOGIN and return
to previous mode. This function
is only available if security is
not currently active.
If the password submitted is incorrect, the user will not
be able to proceed.
If the password submitted is correct, the user will
Figure 5- User Login screen
proceed to Normal Mode.
A-Z
(Type any alphabetical or numeric character)
0-9
Backspace
Enter
Esc
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