Raritan Computer DKX232, DKX464, DKX432, DKX216 User Manual
Dominion® KX
DKX116
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Release 1.4.5
Copyright © 2006 Raritan Computer, Inc.
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May 2007
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential environment may cause harmful interference.
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Safety Guidelines
To avoid potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage to Raritan equipment:
• Do not use a 2-wire power cord in any product configuration.
• Test AC outlets at your computer and monitor for proper polarity and grounding.
• Use only with grounded outlets at both the computer and monitor. When using a backup UPS,
power the computer, monitor and appliance off the supply.
Rack Mount Safety Guidelines
In Raritan products which require Rack Mounting, please follow these precautions:
• Operation temperature in a closed rack environment may be greater than room temperature.
Do not exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of the appliances (please see
Appendix A: Specifications for additional information).
• Ensure sufficient airflow through the rack environment.
• Mount equipment in the rack carefully to avoid uneven mechanical loading.
• Connect equipment to the supply circuit carefully to avoid overloading circuits.
• Ground all equipment properly, especially supply connections, such as power strips (other
than direct connections), to the branch circuit.
Important Information
Login
• The default Dominion KX login user name is admin and the password is raritan. This user
has administrative privileges.
• Passwords are case sensitive and must be entered in the exact case combination in which they
were created.
• The default password raritan must be entered entirely in lowercase letters.
• To ensure security, change the default password as soon as possible.
• For backup and business continuity purposes, Raritan suggests that customers create a backup
administrator login and keep the password in a secure location.
Default IP Address
• Dominion KX ships with the default IP address of 192.168.0.192.
Service Pack
• Dominion KX users with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.01 or Windows 2000 must
upgrade to Service Pack 4 (SP4) or higher.
Version 1.4.5 Scope
• This User Manual applies to Dominion KX firmware version 1.4.5, which operates on all
Dominion models: DKX116, DKX1342, DKX216, DKX232, DKX416, DKX432, and
DKX64. To determine the firmware upgrade version on an existing KX device to upgrade
from the Raritan website (
System Information command on the setup menu in KX Manager (or press the F8 key from
the OSD) to display the current firmware version.
FIRMWARE VERSION KX FIRMWARE UPGRADE
0A28 Version 1.0
0A34 Version 1.0.3
0A47 Version 1.1
0B12 Version 1.2
0B1B Version 1.3
0B2O Version 1.4
• Please check the Release Notes included with this product for important information on each
firmware upgrade.
www.raritan.com) in the Firmware Upgrades section, click the
VERSION
Supported Browsers
Dominion KX supports the following browsers:
• Internet Explorer 6
• Netscape 7.2
• Firefox 1.0 or later
• Mozilla 1.7
Note: Netscape 8 has an option (radio button) to change the rendering engine. When Internet
Explorer is selected as the rendering engine from Netscape, the RRC is displayed. When Firefox
is selected as the rendering engine from Netscape, the MPC is displayed.
Supported Paragon CIMs
Dominion KX version 1.4 and higher support the following CIMs:
DCIM-PS2 for PS/2 KB/MS P2CIM-PS2
DCIM-SUN for SUN KB/MS P2CIM-SUN
DCIM-USB for USB KB/MS (not Sun) P2CIM-USB
DCIM-SUSB for SUN USB KB/MS P2CIM-SUSB
P2CIM-PWR for power strip control UKVMPD
UUSBPD USKVMPD
Local Port ─ Supported Keyboard and Mouse Devices
The Dominion KX supports on the local port:
• USB/USB keyboard and mouse (two distinct connectors).
• PS2/PS2 keyboard and mouse (two distinct connectors).
The Dominion KX does not support on the local port:
• Combination keyboard/mouse devices through a single USB cable
• AUSB mouse and a PS/2 keyboard
• A PS/2 mouse and USB keyboard
• Keyboards that allow additional USB devices to be plugged into the keyboard itself
(functioning as a hub)
CONTENTS i
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction................................................................. 1
Dominion KX Overview..............................................................................................................1
Product Photos...........................................................................................................................2
Product Features........................................................................................................................3
Terminology ...............................................................................................................................4
Package Contents......................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2: Installation .................................................................. 5
Configuring Target Servers........................................................................................................5
Server Video Resolution....................................................................................................................5
Desktop Background .........................................................................................................................5
Mouse Settings..................................................................................................................................5
Windows XP / Windows 2003 Settings..............................................................................................6
Windows 2000 / ME Settings.............................................................................................................6
Windows 95 / 98 / NT Settings ..........................................................................................................6
Linux Settings....................................................................................................................................7
Sun Solaris Settings ..........................................................................................................................7
Apple Macintosh Settings ..................................................................................................................8
IBM AIX Settings................................................................................................................................9
Configurable Hotkey..........................................................................................................................9
Configuring Network Firewall Settings.......................................................................................9
Physical Connections...............................................................................................................10
Initial Configuration ..................................................................................................................12
Assigning an IP Address..................................................................................................................12
Connecting and Naming Target Servers..........................................................................................12
Changing Default Password............................................................................................................13
Note to CC-SG Users......................................................................................................................14
Upgrading Device Firmware.....................................................................................................14
Updating User Password.................................................................................................................14
Connecting to Dominion KX Remotely Using Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan
Remote Client ..........................................................................................................................
MPC Requirements .........................................................................................................................15
Supported Browsers........................................................................................................................15
Installing and Launching MPC.........................................................................................................17
Installing and Launching RRC .........................................................................................................17
Establishing a Connection...............................................................................................................19
15
Chapter 3: Administrative Functions ...........................................23
Launching Dominion KX Manager...........................................................................................23
KX Manager Interface..............................................................................................................25
Network Configuration..............................................................................................................26
Security Settings......................................................................................................................29
Time and Date..........................................................................................................................31
Users, Groups, and Access Permissions.................................................................................32
Overview..........................................................................................................................................32
Relationship between Users and Group Entries..............................................................................32
Creating or Editing User Groups and Access Permissions..............................................................33
Moving Users Between Groups.......................................................................................................36
Deleting User Groups......................................................................................................................36
Creating or Editing Users.................................................................................................................37
Deleting Users.................................................................................................................................37
Remote Authentication.............................................................................................................38
Introduction......................................................................................................................................38
Remote Authentication Implementation...........................................................................................38
General Settings for Remote Authentication....................................................................................40
Forced User Logoff ..................................................................................................................48
Viewing KX Unit Event Log (Status) ........................................................................................48
Rebooting the Device...............................................................................................................49
Device Diagnostic Console......................................................................................................49
Device System Information......................................................................................................50
Configuration Backup and Restore..........................................................................................51
Performance Settings...............................................................................................................51
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PC Properties...........................................................................................................................52
Power Control (Dominion KX only)..........................................................................................53
Power Strip Management ........................................................................................................54
Power Supply Management (Dominion KX only).....................................................................55
CC UnManager........................................................................................................................56
Activating CC UnManager...............................................................................................................57
Event Management..................................................................................................................58
SNMP Agent Configuration......................................................................................................59
Chapter 4: Local Console Port Access.........................................61
Local Port Functionality............................................................................................................61
Local Factory and Password Reset.........................................................................................62
Selecting Servers.....................................................................................................................62
Local Port Administration.........................................................................................................64
Local User Security Settings....................................................................................................68
Appendix A: Specifications ..........................................................69
Remote Connection .................................................................................................................69
Raritan Remote Client (RRC) Applet.......................................................................................70
Dominion KX Manager (Remote Administration Applet)..........................................................70
TCP Ports Used.......................................................................................................................70
Target Server Connection Distance and Video Resolution .....................................................71
Supported Video Resolutions ..................................................................................................71
Certified Modems.....................................................................................................................72
Appendix B: Novell eDirectory .....................................................73
Appendix C: FAQs.........................................................................81
General Questions...................................................................................................................81
Remote Access........................................................................................................................82
Ethernet and IP Networking.....................................................................................................84
Servers.....................................................................................................................................86
Installation................................................................................................................................87
Local Port.................................................................................................................................89
Power Control ..........................................................................................................................90
Scalability.................................................................................................................................91
Computer Interface Modules (CIMs)........................................................................................92
Security ....................................................................................................................................92
Manageability...........................................................................................................................93
Miscellaneous ..........................................................................................................................94
FIGURES iii
Figures
Figure 1 Dominion KX Configuration............................................................................................................1
Figure 2 Dominion KX132............................................................................................................................2
Figure 3 Dominion KX464 with Dual Power Supply .....................................................................................2
Figure 4 Dominion KX Computer Interface Module (DCIM).........................................................................2
Figure 5 Terminology and Topology ............................................................................................................4
Figure 6 Solaris Mouse Configuration Window............................................................................................7
Figure 7 Back Panel of Dominion KX.........................................................................................................10
Figure 8 Rear Panel of Dominion KX 464 with Dual Power Ports..............................................................10
Figure 9 Change Password Window..........................................................................................................15
Figure 10 RRC Connection Window..........................................................................................................17
Figure 11 MPC Window Layout ................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 12 RRC Screen...............................................................................................................................20
Figure 13 Dominion KX Manager Login Screen......................................................................................... 24
Figure 14 KX Manager Main Screen..........................................................................................................25
Figure 15 Network Configuration Window.................................................................................................. 26
Figure 16 Access Control List Window ......................................................................................................27
Figure 17 Security Configuration Window..................................................................................................29
Figure 18 Time and Date Settings .............................................................................................................31
Figure 19 Add Group Window.................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 20 Edit Group Window....................................................................................................................34
Figure 21 Select Ports Window..................................................................................................................35
Figure 22 Set Access Control List for Group Window................................................................................ 36
Figure 23 Add User Window......................................................................................................................37
Figure 24 Edit User Window ...................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 25 Authorization Flow Diagram.......................................................................................................39
Figure 26 Remote Authentication Window.................................................................................................40
Figure 27 Create New Attribute Window....................................................................................................42
Figure 28 Adding the Attributes to the Class.............................................................................................. 43
Figure 29 ADSI Edit Window......................................................................................................................44
Figure 30 User Properties Screen..............................................................................................................45
Figure 31 Edit Attribute - adding user to KX group.....................................................................................45
Figure 32 Logoff User Menu Option...........................................................................................................48
Figure 33 Dominion KX Status Window..................................................................................................... 48
Figure 34 Device Diagnostic Window ........................................................................................................49
Figure 35 System Information Window (for Dominion KX).........................................................................50
Figure 36 System Information Window (for KX101)................................................................................... 50
Figure 37 Performance Settings Window................................................................................................... 51
Figure 38 PC Properties Screen (shown on a Dominion KX with a Power Strip association)....................52
Figure 39 Associating a Target with a Power Outlet..................................................................................53
Figure 40 Power Strip Properties Window .................................................................................................54
Figure 41 Power Strip View Window..........................................................................................................54
Figure 42 Active and Inactive Power Supplies in the Device Tree............................................................. 55
Figure 43 Power Supply Properties Window..............................................................................................55
Figure 44 KX Manager Warning if KX is Under CC-SG Management .......................................................56
Figure 45 KX Manager Removing KX from CC-SG Management..............................................................56
Figure 46 KX Manager Change Warning...................................................................................................56
Figure 47 CC UnManager Command ........................................................................................................57
Figure 48 Event Notification Activation Tab ............................................................................................... 58
Figure 49 SNMP Configuration Tab........................................................................................................... 59
Figure 50 Local User Panel on Dominion KX............................................................................................. 61
Figure 51 Local Server Display..................................................................................................................63
iv FIGURES
Figure 52 Administrative Menu ..................................................................................................................64
Figure 53 Channel Configuration Menu ..................................................................................................... 64
Figure 54 Power Management Screen ......................................................................................................65
Figure 55 Network Settings Menu..............................................................................................................65
Figure 56 Administrative Menu ..................................................................................................................66
Figure 57 User Station Profile Screen........................................................................................................66
Figure 58 Help Menu .................................................................................................................................67
Figure 59 System Information Window......................................................................................................67
Figure 60 User Security Menu ...................................................................................................................68
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Dominion KX Overview
Dominion KX is an enterprise-class, secure, digital KVM switch that provides BIOS-level access
and control of 64 servers from anywhere in the world via Web browser. At the rack, Dominion
KX provides BIOS-level control of up to 64 servers and other IT devices from a single keyboard,
monitor, and mouse. Dominion KX’s integrated remote access capabilities provide the same
BIOS-level control of your servers, from anywhere in the world, via Web browser.
Dominion KX is easily installed using standard UTP (Cat 5/5e/6) cabling. Its advanced features
include 128-bit encryption, remote power control, dual Ethernet, LDAP, RADIUS, Active
Directory, and syslog integration, and Web management. These features enable you to deliver
higher uptime, better productivity, and bulletproof security – at any time from anywhere.
For larger data centers and enterprises, multiple Dominion KX units (along with Dominion SX
units for remote serial console access and Dominion KSX for remote/branch office management)
can be integrated into a single logical solution via Raritan’s CommandCenter Secure Gateway
(CC-SG) management appliance.
With release 1.4, Raritan introduces two new KX models: KX132 and KX464. The new
Dominion KX132 offers an economical alternative with the same KX reliability, and the KX464
is the market’s first 64-port digital KVM switch. It also offers a dual power option for added
reliability. In addition, release 1.4 offers users intelligent mouse synchronization and SNMP
management.
UTP (Cat5/5e/6) Server Cablin
Computer Interface Module
Dominion KX
WinXP
Win2000
Linux/UNIX
Novell
Sun Solaris
Etc.
LAN
Local Rack
Access
Remote Network
Access
External Modem
(optional)
Modem
Access
PSTN
Figure 1 Dominion KX Configuration
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Product Photos
Figure 2 Dominion KX132
Figure 3 Dominion KX464 with Dual Power Supply
Figure 4 Dominion KX Computer Interface Module (DCIM)
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 3
Product Features
Hardware
• 1U or 2U rack-mountable (brackets included)
• Dual Power with Failover (with KX464)
• Dual-failover Ethernet Ports
• 16, 32, or 64 (on KX464) server ports
• Multiple User Capacity
• UTP (Cat5/5e/6) Server Cabling
• Dual failover 10/100 LAN
• Modem-ready via external Modem Port
• FLASH upgradeable
• Auto-switching power supply
• Local User Port for Rack Access
− PS/2 and USB keyboard/mouse ports
− Fully concurrent with remote users
− On-Screen display
• Centralized access security
• Integrated Power Control
• LED indicators for power, network activity, and remote user status
• Integrated KVM Over IP Remote Access
• Cross-platform server support
Software
• Plug and Play Appliance
• Web based access and management
• Intuitive Graphical User Interface
• Integration with Raritan’s CommandCenter Secure Gateway (CC-SG) management appliance
• High-color (15-bit+) palette support
• 128-bit encryption of complete KVM signal, including video
• LDAP, RADIUS, or Active Directory – or Internal Authentication
• DHCP or fixed IP addressing
• SNMP Management
• Intelligent Mouse Synchronization
• CC UnManage (via Dominion KX Manager)
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Terminology
This manual uses the following terms for components of a typical Dominion KX configuration.
Please refer to the diagram below for clarification, if needed.
Windows 2000
Unix
Figure 5 Terminology and Topology
Target Servers
Servers with graphical video cards and user interfaces (e.g.,
Windows, Linux, Solaris, etc.) to be accessed remotely via
Dominion KX.
Remote PC
A networked computer used to access and control target devices
connected to Dominion KX.
Local Access Console
An optional user console, consisting of a keyboard, mouse, and
multi-sync VGA monitor, directly attached to Dominion KX to
control target servers locally (directly at the rack, not through the
network).
CIM
(Computer Interface
Modules)
Server dongles (Raritan P/N DCIM-xxxx) that connect to each
target server. Available for PS/2, Sun, USB, and Sun USB
keyboard and mouse ports.
Package Contents
Dominion KX ships as a fully configured stand-alone product in a standard 1U 19" rackmount
chassis. Each Dominion KX unit ships with the following contents:
(1) Dominion KX unit
(1) Dominion KX printed Quick Setup Guide
(1) Raritan User Manuals CD-ROM
(1) Rackmount Kit
(1) AC Power Cord
(1) Cat5 Network cable
(1) Cat5 Network crossover cable
(1) Set of 4 rubber feet (for desktop use)
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION 5
Chapter 2: Installation
Configuring Target Servers
Before installing Dominion KX, you must configure any target servers to be accessed via
Dominion KX, to ensure optimum performance. Note that the following configuration
requirements apply only to target servers, not to the client workstations (Remote PCs) that you
use to access Dominion KX remotely (please see
additional information).
Server Video Resolution
Ensure that each target server’s video resolution and refresh rate is supported by Dominion KX
and that the signal is non-interlaced. Dominion KX supports the following video resolutions:
Text Modes
640x480 @ 60Hz 1024x768 @ 60Hz
640x480 @ 72Hz 1024x768 @ 70Hz
640x480 @ 75Hz 1024x768 @ 75Hz
640x480 @ 85Hz 1024x768 @ 85Hz
720x400 @ 70Hz 1152x864 @ 60Hz
720x400 @ 85Hz 1152x864 @ 70Hz
800x600 @ 56Hz 1152x864 @ 75Hz
800x600 @ 60Hz 1280x960 @ 60Hz
800x600 @ 72Hz 1280x1024 @ 60Hz
800x600 @ 75Hz
800x600 @ 85Hz
Chapter 1: Introduction, Terminology for
Desktop Background
For optimal bandwidth efficiency and video performance, target servers running graphical user
interfaces such as Windows, Linux, X-Windows, Solaris, and KDE should be configured with
desktop backgrounds set to a predominantly solid, plain, light-colored graphic. The desktop
background need not be completely solid; but desktop backgrounds featuring photos or complex
gradients should be avoided.
Mouse Settings
Dominion KX operates in Standard mouse mode (by default), which requires that acceleration be
disabled. However, depending on your OS, you can choose to work in Intelligent Mouse mode. In
either mode, mouse parameters must be set to specific values, which are described later in this
chapter. Although Absolute mouse mode appears on the Mouse menu, it is disabled at this time.
Please see the Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan Remote Client User Guide, available on
Raritan’s Website
Manuals & Quick Setup Guides CD ROM included with your Dominion KX shipment for
additional information on Intelligent Mouse mode. Please note that mouse configurations will
vary on different target operations system; consult your OS guidelines for further details.
http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx, or on the Raritan User
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Windows XP / Windows 2003 Settings
On target servers running Microsoft Windows XP, disable the Enhanced Pointer Precision
option, and set the mouse motion speed exactly to the middle speed setting. These parameters are
found in Control Panel → Mouse → Pointer Options.
Disable transition effects in Control Panel → Display → Appearance → Effects.
Note: For target servers running Windows NT, 2000, or XP, you may wish to create a user name
that will be used only for remote connections through Dominion KX. This will enable you to keep
the target server’s slow mouse pointer motion/acceleration settings exclusive to the Dominion
KX connection only.
Windows XP and 2000 login screens revert to pre-set mouse parameters that differ from those
suggested for optimal Dominion KX performance. As a result, mouse sync may not be optimal at
these screens. If you are comfortable adjusting the registry on Windows target servers, you can
obtain better Dominion KX mouse synchronization at login screens by using the Windows
registry editor to change the following settings: Default user mouse motion speed = 0; mouse
threshold 1= 0; mouse threshold 2 = 0.
Important: Only the default, Standard mouse mode, works in these Operating
Systems.
Windows 2000 / ME Settings
On target servers running Microsoft Windows 2000/ME, set the mouse pointer acceleration to
None and the mouse motion speed exactly to the middle speed setting. These parameters are
found in Control Panel → Mouse.
Disable transition effects in Control Panel → Display → Effects.
Windows 95 / 98 / NT Settings
On target servers running Microsoft Windows 95/98/NT, set the mouse motion speed to the
slowest setting in Control Panel → Mouse → Motion.
Disable window, menu, and list animation in Control Panel → Display → Effects.
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION 7
Linux Settings
On target servers running Linux graphical interfaces, set the mouse acceleration to exactly 1 and
set threshold to exactly 1. Enter this command: xset mouse 1 1.
Ensure that each target server running Linux is using a resolution supported by Dominion KX at a
standard VESA resolution and refresh rate. Each Linux target server should also be set so the
blanking times are within +/- 40% of VESA standard values.
To check for these parameters:
• Go to the Xfree86 Configuration file XF86Config
• Using a text editor, disable all non-Dominion KX supported resolutions
• Disable the virtual desktop feature, which is not supported by Dominion KX
• Check blanking times (+/- 40% of VESA standard).
• Restart computer
Note: In many Linux graphical environments, the command <CTRL+ALT+ + (plus key)> will
change the video resolution, scrolling through all available resolutions that remain enabled in
the XF86Config file.
Sun Solaris Settings
On target servers running the Solaris operating system, set the mouse acceleration value to
exactly 1 and threshold to exactly 1.
This can be performed from the graphical user interface, or with the command line:
xset mouse a t
where “a” is the acceleration and “t” is the threshold.
Figure 6 Solaris Mouse Configuration Window
All target servers must be configured to one of the display resolutions supported by Dominion
KX, as listed in the beginning of this chapter. The most popular supported resolutions for Sun
machines are:
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz
1024 x 768 @ 70 Hz
1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz
1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz
1152 x 900 @ 66 Hz
1152 x 900 @ 76 Hz
1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
Target servers running the Solaris operating system must output VGA video (H-and-V sync, not
composite sync). To change your Sun video card output from composite sync to the non-default
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VGA output, first issue the Stop+A command to drop to bootprom mode. Then, issue the
command:
setenv output-device screen:r1024x768x70
to change the output resolution. Issue the “boot” command to reboot the server.
You may also contact your Raritan representative to purchase a video output adapter. 13W3 Suns
with composite sync output require APSSUN II Guardian converter for use with Dominion KX.
HD15 Suns with composite sync output require the 1396C converter to convert from HD15 to
13W3 and an APSSUN II Guardian converter to support composite sync. HD15 Suns with
separate sync output require an APKMSUN Guardian converter for use with Dominion KX.
Note: Some of the standard SUN background screens may not center precisely on certain SUN
servers, that is, those with dark borders. Use another background or place a light colored icon in
the upper left hand corner.
Raritan Remote Client Key Combination Equivalents
The following keys are commands specific to the special keys on the Sun keyboard. Please use
the RRC key combinations in their place.
SUN KEY RRC
Again
Props
Undo
Front
Copy
Open
Paste
Find
Cut
Help
Mute
Compose
VOL+
VOLStop
CTRL+ALT+F2
CTRL+ALT+F3
CTRL+ALT+F4
CTRL+ALT+F5
CTRL+ALT+F6
CTRL+ALT+F7
CTRL+ALT+F8
CTRL+ALT+F9
CTRL+ALT+F10
CTRL+ALT+F11
CTRL+ALT+F12
CTRL+ALT+Kpd
CTRL+ALT+ +
CTRL+ALT+ Pause/Break
Special
Stop+A
Pause/Break,A
Apple Macintosh Settings
For target servers running an Apple Macintosh operating system, no specific mouse setting is
required. However, when using Dominion KX to access and control your target server, you must
set Raritan Multi-Platform Client (MPC) to “single cursor” mode.
Note: Please see the Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan Remote Client User Guide,
available on Raritan’s Website http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx, or on the
Raritan User Manuals & Quick Setup Guides CD ROM included with your Dominion KX
shipment for details on installing and operating MPC and RRC.
Dual cursor mode is not supported for Macintosh target servers; the two mouse pointers will not
appear in sync if you attempt to control a Macintosh server via Dominion KX in dual cursor
mode.
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION 9
IBM AIX Settings
For target servers running the IBM AIX operating system, go to the Style Manager, click on
Mouse Settings and set Mouse acceleration to 1.0 and Threshold to 3.0.
Configurable Hotkey
The Control+Alt+m key sequence displays the RRC/MPC Shortcut menu. This sequence can be
configured to a key other than the “m” key.
Please note, however, that some key sequences are pre-defined by certain operating systems. For
UK keyboards, the “a” and “i” keys should not be used. Press Control+Alt to see the current
hotkey sequence.
This hotkey sequence can be reconfigured from the Tools/Options panel.
Configuring Network Firewall Settings
If you wish to access Dominion KX through a network firewall, your firewall must allow
communication on TCP Port 5000. Dominion KX can also be configured to use a different TCP
port of your designation (please see
Configuration for additional information).
Optional: To take advantage of Dominion KX’s web-access capabilities, the firewall must also
allow inbound communication on TCP Port 443 – the standard TCP port for HTTPS
communication. To take advantage of Dominion KX’s automatic redirection of HTTP requests to
HTTPS (i.e., so users may type the more common, “http://xxx.xxx.xxxx” instead of
“https://xxx.xxx.xxxx”), then the firewall must also allow inbound communication on TCP Port
80 – the standard TCP port for HTTP communication.
Chapter 3: Administrative Functions, Network
Note: Depending on hardware status, firewall ports may require different settings. Please refer to
the table below:
PORT OLD DEVICE NEW DEVICE
5000 UDP Can be used for discovery Will be used for discovery
5002 UDP Can be used for discovery Not supported
5000 TCP Can be used for connecting to the
device
5001 TCP Can be used for connecting to the
device
Will be used for connecting to the
device
Not supported
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Physical Connections
1
2
Figure 7 Back Panel of Dominion KX
1. AC Power Line
Attach the included AC power cord to Dominion KX and plug into an AC Power Outlet.
If you are installing a KX464 and want dual power failover protection, attach the second included
AC power cord and plug it into a different power source than the first power cord.
Figure 8 Rear Panel of Dominion KX 464 with Dual Power Ports
2. Modem Port (optional)
Dominion KX features a dedicated modem port for remote access even when the LAN/WAN is
unavailable. Using a straight-through serial (RS-232) cable, connect an external serial modem to
the port labeled MODEM on the back of Dominion KX (please see
for a list of certified modems and
Chapter 3: Administrative Functions for additional
Appendix A: Specifications
information on modem functions). Use both network ports only if you want to use one as a
failover port; using both ports is not mandatory. As with failover power supply, plug the second
serial cable into a different switch than the first cable.
Note: Raritan recommends configuring the modem by enabling the CD (carrier detect) setting.
3. Network Ports
Dominion KX provides two Ethernet ports for failover purposes (not for load-balancing). By
default, only LAN1 is active and automatic failover is disabled. In the case that the Dominion KX
internal network interface or the network switch to which it is connected becomes unavailable,
the port labeled LAN2 will become enabled, using the same IP address.
Connect a standard Ethernet cable (included) from the network port labeled LAN1 to an Ethernet
switch, hub, or router. To make use of Dominion KX’s Ethernet failover capabilities, you must
also connect a standard Ethernet cable from the network port labeled LAN2 to an Ethernet switch,
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hub, or router and then Enable Automatic Failover on the Network Configuration screen in KX
Manager.
4. Local Access Console Ports (optional)
For convenient access to target servers while at the rack, use Dominion KX’s Local Access
Console ports. Attach a multisync VGA monitor, mouse, and keyboard to the ports labeled Local
User using either a PS/2 keyboard and mouse or a USB keyboard and mouse.
The USB keyboard and mouse ports are to be used only for keyboard and mouse access – other
USB devices such as external drives, scanners, etc. should not be connected to these ports.
5. Server Ports
Dominion KX uses standard UTP cabling (Cat5/5e/6) to connect to each target server. Please see
Appendix A: Specifications for additional information. To connect a target server to Dominion
KX, use the appropriate Computer Interface Module (CIM):
DCIM-PS2 PS/2 keyboard/mouse
DCIM-SUN Sun keyboard/mouse
DCIM-USB USB keyboard/mouse
DCIM-SUSB USB keyboard/mouse for Sun Microsystems servers
Attach the HD15 video connector of your CIM to the video card of your target server. Ensure that
your target server’s video has already been configured to a supported resolution and refresh rate.
For Sun servers, also ensure that your target server’s video card has been set to output standard
VGA (H-and-V sync) and not composite sync.
Attach the keyboard/mouse connector of your CIM to the corresponding ports of your target
server. Then, using a standard straight-through UTP (Cat5/5e/6) cable, connect the CIM to an
empty server port on the back of your Dominion KX unit.
Note: Other CIMs supported by DKX version 1.3 and higher include: P2CIM-PS2, P2CIM-SUN,
P2CIM-USB, P2CIM-SUSB, UKVMPD, USKVMPD, UUSBPD, and P2CIM-PWR (for power
strip control).
When using a DCIM-SUSB, please follow the steps below to change keyboard layout code:
1. Open a Text Editor window on the Sun workstation.
2. Ensure that the NUM LOCK key is active and press the left CTRL key and the DEL key on
your Keypad. The Caps Lock LED starts to blink, which indicates that the CIM is in Layout
Code Change mode.
3. The text window displays the following: Raritan Computer, Inc. Current keyboard layout
code = 22h (US5 Unix).
4. Type the layout code desired (for example, 31 for Japanese keyboard).
5. Press ENTER.
6. Shut down the unit and power ON once again so that the DCIM-SUSB performs a reset
(power cycle).
7. Use MPC or C/MPC to switch in again and press keys to verify all character is correct.
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Initial Configuration
IMPORTANT: In some environments, the default 10/100 Mb Auto-negotiation
does not properly set the network parameters, leading to network issues. For
an example, please visit
these cases, setting the Dominion KX to 100 Mbps/Full Duplex (or whatever is
appropriate to your network) addresses the issue. To set, in the Network
Settings screen, select Autonegotiate and set the values appropriate to your
network.
Assigning an IP Address
1. Power ON Dominion KX via the power switch on the back of the unit. Wait approximately
45 seconds as Dominion KX boots.
2. After the KX unit boots, the on-screen display (OSD) appears on the monitor attached to
Dominion KX’s Local Access Console. Log on with the default username/password of
admin/raritan and press Enter.
3. Press the F5 key on your keyboard to activate the Administrative Menu.
4. Select Option 3, Network Settings, and press ENTER.
5. Specify TCP/IP parameters for your Dominion KX unit: IP address, subnet mask, and default
gateway. When finished, press the S key to save the settings. The Dominion KX unit will
automatically reboot.
6. Connect one end of a straight-through Ethernet cable (included) to the port labeled LAN1 on
the rear panel of Dominion KX, and the other end to a network switch or router.
Your Dominion KX unit is now network accessible.
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/473/3.html. In
Note: If two Dominion KX units are assigned the same IP address, an IP conflict results. A
Raritan Remote Console attempting to connect to one of the units may get a “Bad Parameter”
message. This is because the RRC discovers devices and maintains a list of discovered devices
using the IP address of the device as the key. The device ID is also stored with the key. If another
KX is discovered with the same IP address, the RRC will not know there an IP conflict. When the
RRC starts communicating with the second device, it uses the device ID from the first device. As a
result, the second device issues the Bad Parameter message.
Connecting and Naming Target Servers
1. Connect one end of a standard, straight-through UTP cable (Cat5/5e/6) to an unoccupied
server port; connect the other end to the RJ45 port on a Dominion KX Computer Interface
Module (CIM): DCIM-PS2 (PS/2 ports); DCIM-USB (USB ports); DCIM-SUSB (USB ports
for Sun servers); or DCIM-SUN (Sun ports with HD15 video).
2. Connect the remaining ports on the CIM to the corresponding KVM ports of the server that
you wish to manage using Dominion KX.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect all servers that you wish to manage using Dominion KX.
4. On the Local Access Console, log on with the default username/password of admin/raritan.
5. Press the F5 key to activate the Administrative Menu, and select Option 5, Channel
Configuration.
6. Select a server port to rename, and press the ENTER key. When the cursor changes to a
green color, assign a name (up to 20 characters, alphanumeric, no symbols allowed) to
identify the server connected to that port. Press ENTER to complete the change.
7. Press ESC to exit the menu.
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Changing Default Password
1. Find and log on to any workstation with (a) network connectivity to your Dominion KX unit,
and (b) Java Runtime Environment v1.4.2_2 or higher installed (Java Runtime Environment
is available at
2. Launch a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla.
3. If you are using Internet Explorer (IE) type the following URL:
where IP-ADDRESS is the IP address that you assigned to your Dominion KX unit.
4. The Dominion KX remote management tool, Dominion KX Manager, will launch. Log on
with the default username and password (admin/raritan).
5. In the User Navigation tree in the left panel of the screen, select the Admin user icon.
6. Right-click on the Admin user icon and select Edit User from the shortcut menu.
http://java.sun.com/).
http://IP-ADDRESS/admin,
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7. Type a new password in the Password field. Retype the password in the Confirm Password
field. Passwords consist of twenty (20) English alphanumeric characters and the following
symbols: !"#$%&'()*+,-./:;<=>?@[\]^_`{|}~.
8. Click OK to save User properties or click Cancel to close the window without saving.
The Default Password can also be changed from Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan
Remote Client (MPC and RRC).
1. Log on to the device at RRC with default user name admin and default password raritan.
2. Click once on the device in the Navigator panel and then right-click on it.
3. Click Update and the click User Password. The Change Password screen appears.
4. Type your old password in the Old Password field.
5. Type your new password in the New Password field.
6. Retype your new password in the Retype Password field.
7. Click OK to save new password.
Note to CC-SG Users
If you are using Dominion KX in a CC-SG configuration, perform the installation steps as
outlined above, and when finished, consult the CommandCenter Secure Gateway User Guide,
Administrator Guide, or Deployment Guide to proceed (all found on Raritan’s Website under
Support:
applies primarily to users deploying their Dominion KX unit(s) without the integration
functionality of CC-SG.
http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx#com). The rest of this user guide
Upgrading Device Firmware
To update a device’s firmware, first connect to the device. Highlight the device’s icon in the MPC
Navigator, and click on the Tools menu, click Update and then click Update Device to perform
firmware upgrades.
MPC / RRC will prompt you to locate a Raritan firmware distribution file (*.RFP format), found
on the Raritan Website Firmware Upgrades page when available:
http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_upgrades.aspx. Copy the RFP file to a local drive, not a
network drive, and ensure that you read all instructions included in firmware ZIP files carefully
before upgrading your Dominion KX.
Note: When a user upgrades a device, the device goes into a "Maintenance Mode." All sessions
are disconnected and the device can execute only certain required software components. This
allows the system to be in a clean, well understood state so that firmware update operations can
occur reliably.
Updating User Password
After upgrading your firmware, the Change Password window automatically appears. Fill in new
password information. To manually change your password at any time, connect to the target using
its icon in the Navigator, and on the Tools menu, click Update and then click User Password.
The Change Password window appears.
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Figure 9 Change Password Window
1. Type your current password in the Old Password field.
2. Type the new password in the New Password field.
3. Retype the password in the Confirm New Password field.
4. When finished, click OK.
Connecting to Dominion KX Remotely Using Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan Remote Client
Raritan Multi-Platform Client (MPC) and Raritan Remote Client (RRC) are graphical interfaces
that allow you to remotely access the target devices connected to Raritan’s Dominion and IPReach units. Both can be installed to use stand-alone or accessed remotely.
After installing the Dominion device, either download a standalone version of Raritan MPC or
RRC and establish an initial network connection, or launch either application using the directions
that follow.
Non-Windows users must use MPC, and Windows users running Internet Explorer default to
RRC.
Note: Please see the Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan Remote Client User Guide,
available on Raritan’s Website http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx, or on the
Raritan User Manuals & Quick Setup Guides CD ROM included with your Dominion shipment
for additional information on installing and operating MPC and RRC.
MPC Requirements
To run the Raritan Multi-Platform Client and Raritan Remote Client, your computer must meet
the following minimum requirements:
• CPU speed of 1.0 GHz
• 512 Mbytes of RAM
All installations of MPC require Sun Microsystems’ Java Runtime Environment (JRE) version
JRE 1.4.2_05
or greater. You may need some configuration depending on your OS and browser;
configuration instructions are provided with the JRE download. Please note that modem use is not
supported with Raritan’s Dominion KX101.
Determine your version of the JRE on the Java webpage:
http://www.java.com/en/download/help/testvm.xml
Note: Raritan does not support JRE version 1.5.0_02 for use with MPC.
Supported Browsers
MPC supports the following browsers:
• Internet Explorer 6 or later
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• Netscape 7.2 or later
• Safari 1.2 or later
• Firefox 1.0 or later
• Mozilla 1.7 or later
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Installing and Launching MPC
1. To launch MPC from a machine running any browser except Internet Explorer, type
http://<IP address> into the address line, where <IP address> is the IP address of your
Raritan device. Please note that the MPC applet will launch in a new window that does not
contain a Menu bar, Tool bar, Scroll bar, or Address bar. Work in this window and toggle to
other open windows using the command ALT+TAB.
2. When MPC launches, a device tree of all automatically detected Raritan devices found on
your subnet is displayed on the left side of the screen. If you do not find your Dominion unit
listed by name, create an icon manually by selecting Connection Æ New Profile. The Add
Profile window appears.
3. Type a device Description, specify a Connection Type, and add the Dominion unit’s IP
Address, and click OK. These specifications can be edited later, as described in the
MPC/RRC User Guide (
4. In the Navigator panel on the left of the screen, double-click on the icon that corresponds to
your Dominion unit.
To install MPC as a standalone applet, please see Appendix A in the
Client and Raritan Remote Client User Guide.
Important: Regardless of the browser you use, you must allow pop-ups from
the Dominion device’s IP address in order to launch MPC.
http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx).
Raritan Multi-Platform
Installing and Launching RRC
Important: RRC works only with MS Internet Explorer. If you are using a
different Web browser, MPC automatically loads, instead of RRC.
1. Log on to any Windows-based computer with network access to your Dominion device.
2. If you are using Windows NT, 2000, XP, or 2003, ensure that you are not a “restricted” user.
3. Launch Microsoft Internet Explorer (ensure that your Internet Explorer security settings allow
the download and execution of ActiveX controls).
Note: The IE default security setting of Medium is sufficient.
4. In the Internet Explorer Address bar, type the IP address you assigned to your Dominion
device the previous section, Initial Configuration. Press ENTER to load and launch RRC.
Figure 10 RRC Connection Window
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5. When RRC launches, a device tree of all automatically detected Raritan devices found on
your subnet is displayed on the left side of the screen. If you do not find your Dominion unit
listed by name, create an icon manually by selecting Connection Æ New Profile. The Add
Profile window appears.
6. Type a device Description, specify a Connection Type, and add the Dominion unit’s IP
Address, and click OK. These specifications can be edited later, as described in the
MPC/RRC User Guide (
http://www.raritan.com/support/sup_prdmanuals.aspx).
7. In the Navigator panel on the left of the screen, double-click on the icon that corresponds to
your Dominion unit.
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Establishing a Connection
When you double-click on your Dominion unit’s icon in MPC or RRC, its login screen appears.
Log on using your username and password (default: admin/raritan) to connect to your Dominion
unit. Use the Navigator, on the left side of the MPC or RRC window, to select and connect to a
server port.
MPC Interface
MPC functions are grouped into six general sections on the screen. As a standalone product, or as
a Web applet, the MPC window contains these six main sections:
Menu Bar – offers
drop-down menus
of commands and
preferences.
Navigator– displays all known Raritan
networked devices. Connect to a device to
control the server or KVM switch attached
to that port.
Toolbar – shortcut buttons
to launch frequently-used
features and commands.
Message panel – simplified
log display of connection
attempts and other significant
s
stem events.
Remote KVM Console –
target device display.
Figure 11 MPC Window Layout
Status Bar – provides realtime information on
connection parameters.
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RRC Interface
The Navigator displays any known
Raritan networked appliances in a single
view. Select Connection Æ New
Profile to create new entries.
Click on the Synchronize Mouse
tool to converge the mouse
pointers displayed in KVM
windows.
The Toolbar provides shortcuts to
some of MPC’s and RRC’s most
frequently-used commands.
Double-click on any server
port to access and control the
attached target server.
When connected to a KVM console port,
keystrokes and video signals are
transmitted in real-time — exactly as if
you were situated locally.
Figure 12 RRC Screen
The Status Bar provides
real-time information on
connection parameters.
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