Network Technologies ST-NXM-U-HD User Manual
NTI
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NETWORK
TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED
1275 Danner Dr
Aurora, OH 44202
www.nti1.com
NODEMUX
Tel:330-562-7070
Fax:330-562-1999
TM
HD Series
ST-nXm-U-HD (Multi-user / Universal KVM Switch)
INSTALLATION / USER GUIDE
MAN001 Rev Date 1/6/2003
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is one (1) year 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.nti1.com for information
regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns.
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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.
Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................1
Definitions...................................................................................................................................................................1
Limitations..................................................................................................................................................................1
Compatibility..................................................................................................................................................................1
Ordering Information ....................................................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions................................................................................................................................................2
Additional Features ...................................................................................................................................................3
Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Using the ST-nXm-U-HD Switch ..................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operation .........................................................................................................................................................6
Keypad Control..........................................................................................................................................................6
OSD Control...................................................................................................................................................................7
Security Feature.........................................................................................................................................................7
Enabling The Security Feature..............................................................................................................................7
User Login Mode.....................................................................................................................................................8
Additional OSD Modes Available With Security.....................................................................................................8
Administration Functions......................................................................................................................................8
Administration Options..........................................................................................................................................8
Port Status Mode ....................................................................................................................................................9
Administrator Password ........................................................................................................................................9
User Name List......................................................................................................................................................10
System Access List..............................................................................................................................................10
User Access Functions...........................................................................................................................................11
Command Mode....................................................................................................................................................11
Scan Mode.............................................................................................................................................................12
Edit Mode...............................................................................................................................................................13
Search Mode..........................................................................................................................................................13
Maintenance Mode................................................................................................................................................14
Help Mode..............................................................................................................................................................15
Keyboards....................................................................................................................................................................15
Key Equivalents.......................................................................................................................................................15
SUN’s Startup Keys.................................................................................................................................................16
SUN’s 14 Extra Keys................................................................................................................................................16
RS232 Control..............................................................................................................................................................17
Remote Connection.................................................................................................................................................17
Baud Rate .................................................................................................................................................................17
Unit Address.............................................................................................................................................................17
Command Protocol..................................................................................................................................................17
RS232 INTERFACE TEST PROGRAM DESCRIPTION ..........................................................................................18
Matrix Switcher's Control Program For Windows 9X, NT, and 2000..................................................................20
Dual Redundant Power Supply..................................................................................................................................20
ST- MX Expansion Units.............................................................................................................................................21
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements...................................................................................................................21
Table of Figures
Figure 1- Connect devices to switch using interface cables....................................................................................4
Figure 2- Connect CPUs to switch using interface cables .......................................................................................5
Figure 3- User login screen..........................................................................................................................................7
Figure 4- Administration Mode Menu..........................................................................................................................9
Figure 5- Administrator password menu....................................................................................................................9
Figure 6- User Name List............................................................................................................................................10
Figure 7- Command Mode main menu......................................................................................................................11
Figure 8- Maintenance Mode menu ...........................................................................................................................14
Figure 9- Keyboard Layouts.......................................................................................................................................16
Figure 10- RS232 Connections for Daisy-chain.......................................................................................................17
Figure 11- Dual Redundant Power Supply Option...................................................................................................20
Appendices
Appendix A- Defaults..................................................................................................................................................21
Appendix B- General Information..............................................................................................................................22
Appendix C- Cables ....................................................................................................................................................22
Appendix D- Rack mounting Instructions ................................................................................................................22
Introduction
Introduction
The NTI ST-nXm-U-HD (also known as NODEMUX-HD) is a multi-user / Universal Multi-Platform Matrix KVM switch, (n= number
of users, m= number of CPUs) with high density construction to require less rack space. It allows multiple users, up to 4, eac h with
a keyboard, monitor, and mouse, to communicate directly with any PS/2 or SUN workstation connected to the switch. A single
switch can connect to 16 CPUs or up to 256 CPUs when switches are cascaded. These CPUs can be file servers, network
managers, etc. The auto-boot circuitry in the NTI switch allows all CPUs to boot simultaneousl y without keyboard and/or mouse
error.
Definitions
• CPU
• User Device
• System
• OSD
Enclosure that contains the operating system and processor
Keyboard or Mouse
One or more CPUs connected to one or more switches controlled by one or more user devices
On Screen Display
Limitations
• Only VGA multi-scan Monitors can be used with this product.
Compatibility
Compatibility
The ST-nXm-U-HD Universal Matrix KVM switch supports the following:
• Windows PS/2 CPUs
• SUN CPUs (including all SUN Ultras, SUN Blades and SUN Rays) (USB SUN CPU's need USB-SUN adapter)
• PS/2 laptops
Ordering Information
Ordering Information
The ST-nXm-U-HD switch is built to a specific size ranging from 2 to 4 users and 8 to 16 CPUs. The switch is built at the factory
based on the specified size ordered. The switch has high density connectors (similar to SCSI) for inputs and outputs that support
PS/2 and SUN platforms and are configured with interface cables, see interface cable section. The “n” in the part number STnXm-U-HD represents the number of users. Select either 2 or 4 user switches. The “m” in the part number repr esents the number
of CPUs. The switch is available with either 8 or 16 CPU ports. It is not necessary to connect a user or CPU to each port (ex. a
ST-2x16 switch has the capability of supporting 16 CPUs, but can have only 10 CPUs connected and 6 empty ports.
ST-nXm-U-HD
Replace the “n” with either 2 or 4
Replace the “m” with either 8 or 16
The following list represents the available sizes that can be ordered:
ST-2x8-U-HD ST-4X8-U-HD
ST-2x16-U-HD ST-4X16-U-HD
Options
The following options are available for the ST-nXm-U-HD switch.
Dual Redundant Power supply
This feature ensures constant power to the unit.
Ordered by adding a -DRP suffix to the main part number.
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Interface cables and adapters are not included and must be purchased separately.
A cable for each CPU being connected to the switch:
PS/2 CPU to Switch
SUN CPU to Switch
One of the following cables must be used to connect the keyboard/mou se and monitor:
• VMTINT-xx-MM for video, keyboard and mouse interface
OR
• SMTINT-xx-MM for video, keyboard and mouse interface
• 13W3M-15HDF (adapter for 13W3 to 15HD)
• USB-SUN Adapter (adapter for USB SUN CPU)
PS/2 keyboard/mouse
VMTINT-xx
OR
SUN keyboard/mouse SMTINT-xx
where:
xx is the length of the cable in feet (3/6/10/15/25 foot cables available)
MM indicates male-to-male connector
Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling 8 00-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) in the U.S. or (330) 56 2-7070
worldwide.
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Features and Functions
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1. Keypad buttons for user control over switch functions
2. LCD Display for visual indication of connection between the user and a specific CPU.
3. Power ON/OFF switch
4. Fuse Holder holder for replaceable overcurrent protection fuse
5. IEC Power Connector for attachment of power cord
6. RS232 for attaching RS232 interface cable from a CPU to control the functions of one or more
switches
7. USER x high density female connectors for connection of user device interface cables
8. CPU x high density female connectors- for connection of CPU interface cables
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Additional Features
• Users can work individually or share the same CPU.
• Up to n users can work with m CPUs where n and m are the switch size acquired.
• High density (similar to SCSI) input and output ports that interface cables plug into adapt to PS/2 and SUN platform devices.
• Power cycle circuit control allows the NTI switch to be powered OFF, then ON, at any time without affecting the attached
CPUs.
• Power cycle circuit control allows the attached CPUs to be powered OFF, then ON, at any time without affecting the switch or
other attached CPU.
• OSD enabled system with security features optionally enabled on a port by port basis.
• A microprocessor is dedicated to each CPU, preventing connected CPUs from locking up.
• Each connected CPU can boot without a keyboard or mouse.
• Keyboard and mouse interface cable can be hot-plugged during operation.
• LCD display on the front panel shows the CPU to which each user is connected.
• 10 connection setups can be saved in memory by the user for instant setup recall.
• No dip switches or jumpers necessary to configure.
• Video formats up to 1900X1200 can be displayed from all platforms. (A VGA multi-scan monitor must be used)
• User’s keyboard and mouse can control the switch using the On Screen Display (OSD) of each user’s co nnections :
• Names can be assigned to the CPUs
• Password security on a port-enabled basis.
• RS-232 control allows control of the switch with one CPU serial port.
• Power required is 110 or 220 VAC @ 50-60 Hz at less than 50 watts.
• ST-MX multi-console adapter is compatible for system expansion.
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Installation
Installation
Turn OFF power to all CPUs that will be connected to the NTI ST-nXm-U-HD switch before connecting or disconnecting any
cables.
1. If using RS-232 Control see RS-232 section for more information.
2. Connect the monitors to the 15HD female connector ends of the VMTINT-xx or SMTI NT-xx cables, depending upon what
type of devices will be connected (PS/2 or SUN). See Fig. 1.
3. Connect the keyboards to the purple 6 miniDIN female connector (PS/2) or orange 8 miniDIN female connector (SU N) of the
VMTINT-xx or SMTINT-xx (respectively). If using a PS/2 mouse, connect it to the green 6 miniDIN female connector on
the VMTINT-xx cable. See Fig. 1. Insure that the monitors and related keyboards are connected to the same interface
cables.
4. Connect the high density male connector end of the cable to a USER x port on the ST-nXm-U-HD switch.
NOTE: If it is desired for only a monitor to be connected to a user port, the device cable end(s) of the VMTINT-xx /
SMTINT-xx does not need to be connected to anything.
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5. For each CPU: Connect a VMTINT-xx-MM (PS/2 CPU) or SMTINT-xx-MM (SUN CPU) or MMTINT-xx-MM (MAC CPU) cable
to the devices port(s) and video port of the CPU as shown in Fig. 2.
NOTE: If the CPU is a SUN type with 13W3 video connector, use an NTI 13W3M-15HDF adapter to co nnect the SMTINTxx-MM cable to the CPU.
NOTE: If the CPU only has a serial port for mouse connection (via a com port), a VOPEX-IM9D must be used to convert the
signal from the serial port to PS/2 port. Do not use a 9D-to-6mD adapter, it will not work.
NOTE: For USB SUN CPUs, a USB-SUN adapter and a USB-AB-Xm cable must be used to connect the SMTINT-xx-MM
cable to the CPU. See Fig. 2.
6. Connect the high density end of each cable to a CPU x port on the ST-nXm-U-HD switc h. See F ig. 2.
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7. Plug the NTI Switch into an AC power outlet.
8. Turn ON power to the NTI Switch, the LCD should illuminate.
9. Turn ON power to any or all CPUs connected to the NTI Switch.
NOTE: The order in which the CPUs and switch are turned ON does not matter. A power strip can be used.
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