Samsung MCC8 User Manual

User Manual

MCC4, MCC8, MCC16
MCC4R, MCC8R, MCC16R
MCC8RD, MCC16RD

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Copyright ©2008 Raritan Computer, Inc.
MCC-0F-E
June 2008
255-80-3100

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Raritan Computer Inc.

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FCC Information

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.

Trademark Information

Product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. MasterConsole, and its respective logos are registered trademarks of
Raritan Computer, Inc. PS/2, RS/6000, and PC/AT are registered trademarks of the International
Business Machines Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Sun is a
registered trademark of Sun Microsystems. Alpha is a registered trademark of Digital Equipment
Corporation. HP9000 is a registered trademark of Hewlett Packard. SGI is a registered trademark
of Silicon Graphics, Inc.

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Contents

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................1

MasterConsole II Overview................................................................................................................................1

Product Photos.....................................................................................................................................................1

Product Features.................................................................................................................................................2

CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................1

Getting Started.....................................................................................................................................................1

Quick-Start Operation:........................................................................................................................................1

One-Tier and Two-Tier Configurations.............................................................................................................2

CHAPTER 3: ONE-TIER CONFIGURATION ............................................................................3

Installation.............................................................................................................................................................3

Configuration........................................................................................................................................................5

Assigning Names and Scan Rates...................................................................................................................6

Using MasterConsole II Security Feature........................................................................................................7

Passwords....................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Turning Security on/OFF and Changing Passwords:................................................................................................ 7

Operation: Using On-Screen User Interface (OSUI)......................................................................................8

Selecting a Computer .................................................................................................................................................... 8

Setting AutoScan ............................................................................................................................................................ 9

Operation: Using Front Panel Buttons..............................................................................................................9

CHAPTER 4: TWO-TIER CONFIGURATION..........................................................................11

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

Install Base Unit (First-Tier) MasterConsole II ......................................................................................................... 12

Connect Second-Tier MasterConsole(s) to the Base Unit...................................................................................... 13

Connect Computers to Second-Tier MasterConsole(s).......................................................................................... 13

Configuration......................................................................................................................................................13

Assigning Names and Scan Rates.................................................................................................................16

Using MasterConsole II Security Features....................................................................................................18

Operating MasterConsole II.............................................................................................................................18

Selecting a Computer .................................................................................................................................................. 18

CHAPTER 5: REMOTE ACCESS USING CAT5 REACH...........................................................21

APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................23

Main Unit.............................................................................................................................................................23

Desktop Model.............................................................................................................................................................. 23

Rackmount Model ........................................................................................................................................................ 23

Rackmount 48 Volt DC Model.................................................................................................................................... 23

Universal Cable Kits..........................................................................................................................................23

Accessories........................................................................................................................................................24

Remote Access Kit............................................................................................................................................24

APPENDIX B: SYSTEM DEFAULT SETTINGS.......................................................................25

APPENDIX C: ON-SCREEN USER INTERFACE FUNCTION KEYS............................................27

APPENDIX D: MASTERCONSOLE II CONFIGURATIONS........................................................29

Programming MasterConsole II at Power Up................................................................................................29

MasterConsole II Product Design Background and Considerations..................................................................... 29

Programming MasterConsole II.................................................................................................................................. 29

MasterConsole II Configuration Diagrams.....................................................................................................30

APPENDIX E: GLOSSARY ................................................................................................33

APPENDIX F: TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................35

Table of Figures

Figure 1 MCC4 – Front and Rear Views...................................................................................................... 1

Figure 2 MC8 – Front and Rear Views......................................................................................................... 1

Figure 3 MCC16 – Front and Rear Views.................................................................................................... 2

Figure 4 One-Tier Configuration................................................................................................................... 2

Figure 5 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access)................................................................. 2

Figure 6 MasterConsole II Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 3

Figure 7 One-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail........................................................................................... 3

Figure 8 Cable Adapters to Convert PS/2 to AT .......................................................................................... 4

Figure 9 MasterConsole II Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 4

Figure 10 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights............................................................................. 4

Figure 11 Configuration Menu...................................................................................................................... 5

Figure 12 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (One-Tier).............................................................................. 6

Figure 13 Administration Menu..................................................................................................................... 7

Figure 14 Selection Menu (One-Tier, sorted by Channel ID)....................................................................... 8

Figure 15 MasterConsole II Front Panel ...................................................................................................... 9

Figure 16 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights............................................................................. 9

Figure 17 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access Kit)........................................................ 11

Figure 18 MasterConsole II Rear Panel..................................................................................................... 12

Figure 19 Two-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail....................................................................................... 12

Figure 20 Configuration Menu (Two-Tier).................................................................................................. 14

Figure 21 Device Types.............................................................................................................................. 14

Figure 22 Device Field................................................................................................................................14

Figure 23 Default MasterConsole II Channel IDs and Names................................................................... 16

Figure 24 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Base MasterConole II)........................................................ 16

Figure 25 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Second-Tier MCC8)........................................................... 17

Figure 26 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Base MasterConsole II).................................................................. 18

Figure 27 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Second Tier Unit)............................................................................ 18

Figure 28 Remote Access with Cat5 Reach............................................................................................... 21

Figure 29 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit.................................................................................. 21

Figure 30 Basic One-Tier Configurations................................................................................................... 30

Figure 31 One-Tier with Remote Access Kit.............................................................................................. 30

Figure 32 Two-Tier Configuration of up to 256 Computers........................................................................ 31

Figure 33 Two-Tier Configuration with MasterConsole P Model................................................................ 31

Figure 34 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit.................................................................................. 32

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1

Chapter 1: Introduction

MasterConsole II Overview

Raritan's keyboard/video/mouse (KVM) switches are engineered to provide reliable, cost-effective,
central control of multiple computers. This eliminates the cost and clutter of unnecessary
equipment, reclaims space, and improves productivity for a host of applications.

MasterConsole II enables control of any mix of 2 to 256 computers from a single keyboard,
monitor, and mouse. The MasterConsole II user interface provides simple on-screen control and
system management. Raritan's unique emulation technology dedicates a keyboard/mouse
emulator for each computer to ensure that each computer always 'sees' its own keyboard and
mouse. This means smooth, flawless switching and operation, even when computers are running
the most demanding operating systems.

Product Photos

Figure 1 MCC4 – Front and Rear Views

Figure 2 MC8 – Front and Rear Views

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Figure 3 MCC16 – Front and Rear Views

Product Features

• MCC Models available for 4, 8, or 16 computers

• “Keep-alive” emulation ensures non-stop computer operation in the event of power loss to the switch

• High-resolution video – 1600 x 1200

• Tangle-proof, double-shielded coaxial cable in lengths from 2 to 30 feet

• On-screen user interface for simple control and system management

• Provision to mix any brand PCs, Macs, Suns, Alphas, RS/6000s, HP9000s, SGIs

• Name assignment availability for quick identification and selection

• Operation from either front panel buttons or hot-keys with on-screen menus

• AutoScan function to view other computers at variable rates

• Cascading from a multi-user MasterConsole MX4

• AutoSkip function provided to bypass inactive channels

• Password Security to ensure authorized access to computers

• Optional Dual Remote access capability with Cat5 Reach

• Compatibility with MasterView-ready MasterConsole P Models (MCPn)

• Two year warranty for parts and labor

CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION 1

Chapter 2: Installation

Getting Started

MasterConsole II is designed for quick, easy installation and operation. Follow the steps for either
one-tier or two-tier configuration to be up and running within minutes:

1. Install MasterConsole II (connect computers).

2. Configure MasterConsole II.

3. Assign computer names and set channel-specific scan rates for attached computers.

4. Turn ON security and change passwords to restrict access to computers connected to

MasterConsole II.

5. Operate using On-Screen User Interface or front panel buttons.

6. Install optional Cat5 Reach for remote console or satellite unit.

Quick-Start Operation:

After you connect computers to your MasterConsole II you may wish to explore MasterConsole II
operation with the default names and parameters.

You may operate using the front panel buttons and/or the On-Screen User Interface. To activate
On-Screen User Interface, press the <Scroll Lock> key twice rapidly. The Selection Menu will
appear. To select a computer, use the <Ç> (up arrow) /<È> (down arrow) keys to highlight the
desired channel (computer) and press <Enter>or press the desired computer's Key number
(located in the left-hand column). To select another computer, use front panel buttons or re­activate the On-Screen User Interface.

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One-Tier and Two-Tier Configurations

MasterConsole II can be configured in one or two tiers, depending on the number of computers
you want to control. In a one-tier configuration, only computers are connected to a single
MasterConsole II unit. In a two-tier configuration, either a computer or another MasterConsole
unit is connected to each channel of the base MasterConsole II unit.

Cat 5 Remote
KVM Model

Remote
Console

Figure 4 One-Tier Configuration

7’-30’

7’-30’ 7’-30’

Cat 5 Cable
up to 650’

7’-30’

Base Tier

Figure 5 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access)

7’-30’

Second Tier Second Tier

CHAPTER 3: ONE-TIER CONFIGURATION 3

Chapter 3: One-Tier Configuration

Installation

1. Shut down and power OFF all computers to be connected to MasterConsole II.

2. Plug a keyboard, monitor, and mouse into the keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports on the

rear panel of the MasterConsole II.

Mouse Port

Monitor Port Keyboard Port

Figure 6 MasterConsole II Rear Panel

3. Power ON the MasterConsole II.

4. Using a universal cable kit (CCPTnn), plug the 25-pin connector into one of the numbered

channels on the MasterConsole II back panel.

5. Plug the cable's other connectors into the computer's keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports,
using the supplied adapters for AT style PCs.

Figure 7 One-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail

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Figure 8 Cable Adapters to Convert PS/2 to AT

6. Power ON the connected computer.

7. Select the connected computer by pressing the corresponding front panel button. Verify that

the monitor attached to MasterConsole II displays the video for the connected computer. Use
the keyboard and mouse attached to MasterConsole II to verify that they operate the
connected computer.

Note: An amber channel light above a numbered channel button on the
MasterConsole II front panel indicates that the channel is active; that is, a
computer is connected and powered on. A green light above a numbered
channel button indicates the currently displayed channel.

Figure 9 MasterConsole II Front Panel

Figure 10 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights

8. Repeat steps 4 through 7 to connect the remaining computers to MasterConsole II.