Black Box ACX048, ACX080, ACX160, ACX80, ACX80F, ACXC48 User Manual
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USER MANUAL
DKM FX MODULAR KVM MATRIX SWITCHES SERIES
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Repair ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Interfaces ..................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.1 DVI-D Single-Link ................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.2 USB-HID ................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.3 RJ-45 (Network) ..................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.4 RJ-45 (Serial) .......................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.5 RJ-45 (Interconnect) ..........................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) ....................................................................................................................................................................8
1.1.7 SDI (Interconnect) ...............................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2 Interconnect Cable ...................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.1 CATx ..................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.2 Fiber ..................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.2.3 Coaxial ............................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3 Connector Pinouts .................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3.1 CPU Board ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3.2 I/O Port CATx .....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
1.3.3 I/O Port SFP ......................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1.3.4 I/O Port SDI ........................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1.4 Power Supply ..........................................................................................................................................................................................12
1.5 Environmental Conditions .....................................................................................................................................................................13
1.6 Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................................................................14
1.7 Shipping Weight ......................................................................................................................................................................................14
1.8 MTBF .......................................................................................................................................................................................................14
2. OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1 Application ..............................................................................................................................................................................................16
2.2 Access Options ......................................................................................................................................................................................16
2.3 System Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................................17
2.4 Product Range ........................................................................................................................................................................................18
2.5 Options ....................................................................................................................................................................................................18
2.6 Device Views ...........................................................................................................................................................................................20
2.6.1 576-Port Chassis (ACX576, ACX576S) ........................................................................................................................................................20
2.6.2 288-Port Chassis (ACX288)...........................................................................................................................................................................21
2.6.3 160-Port Chassis (ACX160) ...........................................................................................................................................................................23
2.6.4 80-Port Chassis (ACX080) .............................................................................................................................................................................24
2.6.5 48-Port Chassis (ACX048) .............................................................................................................................................................................25
2.7 Diagnostics and Status ..........................................................................................................................................................................26
2.7.1 Status LEDs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................26
2.7.2 Port Status .........................................................................................................................................................................................................32
2.7.3 Port Status Matrix Grid ....................................................................................................................................................................................36
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2.7.4 Extender OSD ....................................................................................................................................................................................................37
2.7.5 Network Status .................................................................................................................................................................................................39
2.7.6 Firmware Status Matrix ...................................................................................................................................................................................41
2.7.7 Firmware Status Extender ..............................................................................................................................................................................43
2.8 Trace Function ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
2.9 Syslog Monitoring ..................................................................................................................................................................................45
2.10 SNMP .....................................................................................................................................................................................................47
2.11 System Check .......................................................................................................................................................................................51
2.12 Device Finder ........................................................................................................................................................................................52
3. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 54
3.1 Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................................54
3.2 System Setup .........................................................................................................................................................................................54
3.3 Example Applications ............................................................................................................................................................................55
3.3.1 KVM Matrix ........................................................................................................................................................................................................56
3.3.2 Video Matrix ......................................................................................................................................................................................................57
3.3.3 Parallel Operation (Stacking) .........................................................................................................................................................................58
3.3.4 Matrix Grid .........................................................................................................................................................................................................59
4. CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 60
4.1 Command Mode .....................................................................................................................................................................................60
4.2 Control Options ......................................................................................................................................................................................61
4.2.1 Control via OSD .................................................................................................................................................................................................61
4.2.2 Control via Java Tool .......................................................................................................................................................................................65
4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface .............................................................................................................................................................................71
4.3 Assignment .............................................................................................................................................................................................72
4.3.1 Virtual CPU ........................................................................................................................................................................................................72
4.3.2 Virtual Console .................................................................................................................................................................................................74
4.4 System Settings .....................................................................................................................................................................................76
4.4.1 System Data ......................................................................................................................................................................................................76
4.4.2 Automatic ID .....................................................................................................................................................................................................79
4.4.3 Access ................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
4.4.4 Switch .................................................................................................................................................................................................................84
4.4.5 Network ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................88
4.4.6 Date and Time ...................................................................................................................................................................................................92
4.5 User Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................95
4.5.1 User .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................95
4.5.2 Favorite List Users ...........................................................................................................................................................................................98
4.5.3 User Macros ....................................................................................................................................................................................................100
4.6 Extender Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................104
Flexible Port Extender Units ..................................................................................................................................................................................106
4.7 USB 2.0 Extender ..................................................................................................................................................................................107
4.8 Extenders for I/O Boards (USB 2.0/USB 3.0) .....................................................................................................................................109
4.9 Configuration of SDI ............................................................................................................................................................................. 112
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4.10 CPU Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................................114
4.11 Console Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................117
4.11.1 CON Devices ..................................................................................................................................................................................................117
4.11.2 Mouse and Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................................................122
4.11.3 Extender OSD ................................................................................................................................................................................................125
4.11.4 Favorite List Consoles .................................................................................................................................................................................127
4.11.5 Console Macros ............................................................................................................................................................................................130
4.11.6 Shared Operation ..........................................................................................................................................................................................133
4.11.7 Multi-Screen Control ....................................................................................................................................................................................135
4.12 Saving and Loading Configurations ..................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.1 Active Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.2 Saving Configurations (Internal) ...............................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.3 Loading Configurations (Internal) .............................................................................................................................................................141
4.12.4 Saving Configurations (External) ..............................................................................................................................................................142
4.12.5 Loading Configurations (External) ............................................................................................................................................................143
4.13 Export and Import Options ............................................................................................................................................................... 144
4.13.1 Export Options ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 144
4.13.2 Import Options ..............................................................................................................................................................................................145
4.14 Matrix Cascading ................................................................................................................................................................................146
4.15 Matrix Grid ...........................................................................................................................................................................................148
4.16 Firmware Update ................................................................................................................................................................................152
4.16.1 Matrix Update ................................................................................................................................................................................................152
4.16.2 Extender Update ...........................................................................................................................................................................................154
4.17 License Management .........................................................................................................................................................................157
5. OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................................................ 158
5.1 Operation via Hotkeys ..........................................................................................................................................................................158
5.1.1 Direct Switching ..............................................................................................................................................................................................158
5.1.2 Scan Mode .......................................................................................................................................................................................................159
5.1.3 Function Keys: <F1> — <F6> .........................................................................................................................................................................160
5.1.4 Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices .......................................................................................................................................................160
5.2 KVM Switching .....................................................................................................................................................................................161
5.3 Exended Switching ...............................................................................................................................................................................163
5.4 Switching of Single Extenders within Devices ..................................................................................................................................168
5.5 CON Switch ...........................................................................................................................................................................................169
5.6 Multi-Screen Control ............................................................................................................................................................................170
5.7 USB 2.0 Switching ................................................................................................................................................................................171
5.8 Presets ..................................................................................................................................................................................................171
5.9 Redundancy Function ..........................................................................................................................................................................173
5.10 Serial Interface ...................................................................................................................................................................................174
5.11 Power On and Power Down Functions ..............................................................................................................................................175
5.11.1 Restart .............................................................................................................................................................................................................175
5.11.2 Factory Reset ................................................................................................................................................................................................175
5.11.3 Power Down ...................................................................................................................................................................................................176
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5.12 Summary of Keyboard Commands ...................................................................................................................................................177
6. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 179
6.1 Power Supply Units ..............................................................................................................................................................................179
6.2 Fan Trays ...............................................................................................................................................................................................179
6.3 CPU Board .............................................................................................................................................................................................179
6.4 I/O Board ...............................................................................................................................................................................................180
6.5 Filter Pads .............................................................................................................................................................................................180
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................. 181
7.1 External Failure .....................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.2 Video Interference ................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.3 Fan Malfunction ....................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.4 Power Supply Units Malfunction .........................................................................................................................................................181
7.5 Network Error ........................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.6 Failure at the Matrix ..............................................................................................................................................................................182
7.7 Blank Screen .........................................................................................................................................................................................182
8. TECHNICAL SUPPORT .............................................................................................................................................................. 183
8.1 Support Checklist .................................................................................................................................................................................183
8.2 Shipping Checklist ...............................................................................................................................................................................183
9. REGULATORY INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................. 184
9.1 FCC Statement ......................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.2 CE Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................................................................................................184
9.3 Product Safety ......................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.4 WEEE .....................................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.5 RoHS/RoHS2 ........................................................................................................................................................................................184
10. GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................................................................... 185
10.1 Video and KVM Technology Terms ...................................................................................................................................................185
10.2 Matrix-Specific Terms ........................................................................................................................................................................186
11. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................................. 188
11.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................188
11.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual .......................................................................................................................................................188
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To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your Modular KVM Matrix Switch, note the following guidelines.
INSTALLATION
Only use the device according to this User Manual. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the user or installer.
Only use in dry, indoor environments.
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch and the power supply units can get warm. Do not install components in an enclosed space without any airflow.
Do not obscure ventilation holes.
Only use power supplies originally supplied with the product or manufacturer-approved replacements. Do not use a power supply if it appears to be defective or has a damaged chassis.
Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each case, ensure that the ground connection is maintained from the outlet socket through to the power supply’s AC power input.
In case the device is equipped with one or more grounding screws, be sure to use these for normal operation to ensure the grounding of the chassis.
Do not connect the link interface to any other equipment, particularly network or telecommunications equipment.
Only connect devices to the serial interface that are protected against short circuit currents and incorrect voltages at the serial interface.
To disconnect the Modular KVM Matrix Switch from the power supply, remove the power cord cables of all power supply units or switch supplies off.
Take any required ESD precautions.
To disconnect the device completely from the electric circuit, all power cables have to be removed.
REPAIR
Do not attempt to open or repair a power supply unit.
Do not attempt to open or repair the Modular KVM Matrix Switch. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected] if there is a fault.
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1.1 INTERFACES
1.1.1 DVI-D SINGLE-LINK
The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply with DVI-D Single Link norm can be transmitted.
This includes monitor resolutions such as 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, Full HD (1080p) or 2K HD (up to 2048 x 1152). Data rate is limited to 165 MPixel/s.
1.1.2 USB-HID
Modular KVM Desktop Switch devices with USB-HID interface support a maximum of two devices with USB-HID protocol.
Each USB-HID port provides a maximum current of 100 mA.
KEYBOARD
The Modular DKM Desktop Switch is compatible with most USB keyboards. Certain keyboards with additional functions may require custom firmware to operate. Keyboards with an integral USB Hub (e.g., Mac keyboards) are also supported.
MOUSE
The Modular DKM Desktop Switch is compatible with most 2-button, 3-button and scroll mice.
OTHER USB-HID DEVICES
The proprietary USB emulation also supports certain other USB-HID devices, such as specific touch screens, graphic tablets, barcode scanners or special keyboards. Support cannot be guaranteed, however, for every USB-HID device.
NOTE: Only two USB-HID devices are supported concurrently, such as keyboard and mouse or keyboard and touch screen.
A hub is allowed, but it does not increase the number of HID devices allowed.
To support other USB “non-HID” devices, such as scanners, web cams or memory devices, choose our devices with transparent
USB support.
1.1.3 RJ-45 (NETWORK)
The communication of the CATx devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
The cabling must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T) standards with RJ45 connectors at both ends. All four wire pairs are used in both directions. The cabling is suitable for a full duplex operation. For the cable connection to a source (computer, CPU), you must use a crossed network cable (cross cable).
1.1.4 RJ-45 (SERIAL)
Communication takes place with a transmission speed of 115.2 KBaud, regardless of the file format. The transmission takes place with eight data bits and a stop bit, but without a parity bit. Limited hardware handshake (DSR) is possible.
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1.1.5 RJ-45 (INTERCONNECT)
Communication between CATx devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. All four cable wire pairs are used.
1.1.6 FIBER SFP TYPE LC (INTERCONNECT)
Communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that are connected to suitable fibers fitted with LC type connectors
(see Section 1.2.2).
The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs provided by Black Box.
CAUTION: SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Consider ESD handling specifications.
1.1.7 SDI (INTERCONNECT)
Communication of the SDI devices requires a mini coax connection with mini BNC connectors or 3G SFPs with transmission speeds of 0.36 Gbit/s (SD-SDI, SMPTE 259M), 1.485 Gbit/s (HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M) and 2.97 Gbit/s (3G SDI).
1.2 INTERCONNECT CABLE
1.2.1 CATX
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible. Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed.
Avoid routing CATx cables along power cables.
CAUTION: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, correctly installed shielded CATx cable must be used throughout the interconnection link.
CAUTION: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, all CATx cables need to carry ferrites on both cable ends close to the device.
TYPE OF INTERCONNECT CABLE
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch requires interconnect cabling specified for Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T). The use of solid-core
(AWG24), shielded, CAT5e (or better) is recommended.
TABLE 1-1. CATX INTERCONNECT CABLE TYPES
CABLE TYPE
CATx Solid-Core Cable AWG24
CATx Patch Cable AWG26/8
DESCRIPTION
Cable S/UTP (CAT5e) cable according to EIA/TIA- 568-B. Four pairs of AWG24 wires.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).
Cable S/UTP (CAT5e) cable according to EIA/TIA- 568-B. Four pairs of AWG26/8 wires.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).
NOTE: The use of flexible cables (patch cables) type AWG26/8 is possible, but the maximum possible extension distance is halved.
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TABLE 1-2. MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE CATX CABLE LENGTHS
CABLE TYPE
CATx Solid-Core Cable AWG24
CATx Patch Cable AWG26/8
LENGTH
400 ft. (140 m)
200 ft. (70 m)
1.2.2 FIBER
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible. Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed.
CABLE TYPE
Single-mode 9-µm
Multimode 50-µm
Multimode 62.5–µm
TABLE 1-3. FIBER INTERCONNECT CABLE TYPES
DESCRIPTION
Two fibers 9-µm
In-house patch cable
In-house breakout cable
In-house or outdoor breakout cable, resistant
Outdoor cable, with protection against rodents
Two fibers 50-µm
In-house patch cable
In-house or outdoor breakout cable, resistant
Two fibers 62.5-µm
In-house breakout cable
Outdoor cable, with protection against rodents
NOTE: Only use single-mode connection cables for fiber connections that are based on 3G SFPs.
TABLE 1-4. MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE FIBER CABLE LENGTHS
CABLE TYPE
Single-mode 9-µm
Multimode 50-µm (OM3)
Multimode 50-µm
Multimode 62.5-µm
1.25 GBPS
32,800 ft. (10,000 m)
3280 ft. (1000 m)
1300 ft. (400 m)
650 ft. (200 m)
3.125 GBPS
16,400 ft. (5000 m)
1640 ft. (500 m)
650 ft. (200 m)
325 ft. (100 m)
NOTE: If you use single-mode SFPs with multimode fibers, you normally can increase the maximum acceptable length.
TABLE 1-5. TYPE OF CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR LC CONNECTOR
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1.2.3 COAXIAL
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required.
CABLE TYPE
MIni coaxial cable AWG 18
TABLE 1-6. INTERCONNECT COAXIAL CABLE TYPES
DESCRIPTION
RG 6, 75 ohms impedance
BANDWIDTH
0.270 Gbit/s
1.485 Gbit/s
2.970 Gbit/s
TABLE 1-7. MAXIMUM COAXIAL CABLE LENGTH
MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE CABLE LENGTH
1312 ft. (400 m)
459 ft. (140 m)
394 ft. (120 m)
TABLE 1-8. TYPE OF CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR MINI BNC CONNECTOR
1.3 CONNECTOR PINOUTS
1.3.1 CPU BOARD
TABLE 1-9. DVI-D SINGLE LINK CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
C1
C2
SIGNAL
T.M.D.S. data 2-
T.M.D.S. data 2+
T.M.D.S. data 2 GND
not connected
not connected
DDC input (SCL)
DDC output (SCL)
Internal use
Internal use
not connected
PIN
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
C5
SIGNAL
T.M.D.S. data 1-
T.M.D.S. data 1+
T.M.D.S. data 1 GND
not connected
not connected
+5 VDC high impedance
GND
Hot Plug recognition
GND
PIN
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
C3
C4
SIGNAL
T.M.D.S. data 0-
T.M.D.S. data 0+
T.M.D.S. data 0 GND
not connected
not connected
T.M.D.S. clock GND
T.M.D.S. clock +
T.M.D.S. clock -
Internal use
Internal use
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TABLE 1-10. USB TYPE A CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN
1
2
3
4
SIGNAL
VCC (+5 VDC)
Data -
Data +
GND
COLOR
Red
White
Green
Black
TABLE 1-11. DB9 SERIAL RS-232, DTE CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN
1
2
3
4
5
SIGNAL
not connected
RxD
TxD
DTR
GND
PIN
6
7
8
9
—
SIGNAL
DSR
RTS
CTS
not connected
—
TABLE 1-12. RJ-45 CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN
1
2
3
4
SIGNAL
D1+
D1-
D2+
not connected
PIN
6
7
8
9
SIGNAL
not connected
D2-
not connected
not connected
1.3.2 I/O PORT CATX
TABLE 1-13. RJ-45
PICTURE PIN
1
2
3
4
SIGNAL
D1+
D1-
D2+
D3+
PIN
5
6
7
8
SIGNAL
D3-
D2-
D4+
D4-
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1.3.3 I/O PORT SFP
TABLE 1-14. FIBER SFP TYPE LC
PICTURE DIODE SIGNAL
1 Data OUT
2
Data IN-
1.3.4 I/O PORT SDI
TABLE 1-15. MINI BNC (SDI)
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL
1 Data IN
2
GND
1.4 POWER SUPPLY
TABLE 1-16. MAXIMUM CURRENT/VOLTAGE
PRODUCT CODE
ACX576, ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080, ACX048
MAX. CURRENT/VOLTAGE
20 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
12 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
9 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
5 A, 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz
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TABLE 1-17. POWER REQUIREMENT
PRODUCT CODE
ACX576, ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080
ACX048
I/O board
MAX. CURRENT/VOLTAGE
450 W max.without I/O boards
202 W max.without I/O boards
188 W max.without I/O boards
99 W max.without I/O boards
94 W max.without I/O boards
13 W max
1.5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
TABLE 1-18. TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY
SPECIFICATION
Operating Temparature
Storage Temparature
Relative Humidity
VALUE
41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C)
-13 to 140°F (–25 to 60°C)
Max. 80% non-condensing
TABLE 1-19. NOISE EMISSION
SPECIFICATION
Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
VALUE
ACX576, ACX576S: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX288: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX160: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX080: max. 46 dBA per fan;
ACX048: max. 58 dBA per fan
SPECIFICATION
Thermal Output
TABLE 1-20. HEAT DISSIPATION
VALUE
Corresponds to power consumption in Watts (W)
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1.6 DIMENSIONS
PRODUCT CODE
ACX576
ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080
ACX048
TABLE 1-21. DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATION
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
DIMENSION
43.75"H x 17.7"W x 17.1"D (110.8 x 45 x 43.5 cm)
49"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (124.5 x 65.1 x 68.1 cm)
43.75"H x 17.7"W x 17.1"D (110.8 x 45 x 43.5 cm)
49"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (124.5 x 65.1 x 68.1 cm)
12"H x 19"W x 22.8"D (33 x 48.3 x 57.8 cm)
29.9"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (76 x 65 x 68 cm)
12"H x 19"W x 15.8"D (33 x 48.3 x 40 cm)
21.3"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (54 x 65 x 68 cm)
9.1"H x 19"W x 7"D (23 x 48.3 x 17.8 cm)
14.2"H x 25.2"W x 22.4"D (36 x 64 x 57 cm)
9.1"H x 19"W x 5.3"D (23 x 48.3 x 13.3 cm)
12.4"H x 25.2"W x 22.4"D (31.6 x 64 x 57 cm)
1.7 SHIPPING WEIGHT
PRODUCT CODE
ACX576, ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080
ACX048
TABLE 1-22. SHIPPING WEIGHT
SPECIFICATION
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
Matrix
Shipping Box
WEIGHT
170 lb. (77.3 kg) fully equipped
190.6 lb. (86.6 kg)
76.2 lb. (34.6 kg), fully equipped
90.6 lb. (41.1 kg)
60.0 lb. (26.3 kg), fully equipped
69.9 lb. (31.7 kg)
24.5 lb. (11.1 kg), fully equipped
34.4 lb. (15.6 kg)
19.6 lb. (8.9 kg), fully equipped
26.7 lb. (12.1 kg)
1.8 MTBF
The following table contains the mean time between failure (MTBF) in power-on hours (POH). The estimate is based on the FIT rates of the parts included. FIT rates are based on normalized environmental conditions of T = 140° F (60° C) and activation energy
(Ea) of 0.7 eV. Calculations are based on 90% confidence limit.
We estimate that inside the housing, temperature will be 59° F (15°C) higher than the ambient temperature. Therefore, the MTBF calculation refers to an ambient temperature of 113° F (45° C). The humidity is limited to 60%.
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TABLE 1-23. MEAN TIME BETWEEN
FAILURE (MTBF) IN POWER-ON HOURS
(POH)
PRODUCT CODE
ACX576
ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080
ACX048
CPU board
I/O board SFP
I/O board CATx
ACX288/ACX160 PSU
ACX080, ACX048 PSU
POH
200,000
200,000
260,000
310,000
320,000
350,000
480,000
500,000
410,000
200,000
130,000
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2.1 APPLICATION
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch is used to establish connections from consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices) to various sources (computer, CPU).
In its maximum configuration, up to 576 independent ports can be defined and switched either as a console or a CPU. The
Modular KVM Matrix Switch is designed to operate with extenders that are able to transmit video, KVM and USB 2.0 signals. But it can also be used as a video matrix.
The connection between the matrix and the peripheral devices, such as KVM extenders or video sources, can be made by CATx, fiber, or coaxial cables.
The matrix serves as a repeater and can be run at a maximum distance of 6.2 miles (10 km) from the consoles and 6.2 miles
(10 km) from the sources.
2.2 ACCESS OPTIONS
The following options are available to configure and operate the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
ACCESS OPTION
TABLE 2-1. SWITCH ACCESS OPTIONS
SYMBOL
OSD
OSD
Java Tool
Serial Interface
ControlBridge
RS232
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2.3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
A Modular KVM Matrix Switch system consists of a Modular KVM Matrix Switch and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU Units
/ CON Units. The Modular KVM Matrix Switch is connected to the CPU Units / CON Units by interconnect cables or directly to the video devices where used as a video matrix.
CPU Units are connected directly to the sources (computer, CPU) by the provided cables.
Monitor(s), keyboard and mouse are connected to the CON Units.
Communication between the Modular KVM Matrix Switch and the CPU Units / CON Units occurs over the respective interconnect cables.
FIGURE 2-1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
TABLE 2-2. SYSTEM OVERVIEW DIAGRAM COMPONENTS
4
5
6
2
3
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-1
1
COMPONENT
Source (computer, CPU)
CPU units
Interconnect cable
Modular KVM Matrix Switch
CON units
Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
NOTE: See Section 3.3 for installation examples.
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PART NUMBER
ACXIO8-C
ACXIO8-SM
ACXIO8-HS
ACXIO8-6G
ACX288-CTL
ACX-LPCAB-EU
ACX-LPCAB-US
ACXSFPC
ACXSFPS
ACXSFPHS
ACXUSB-MM-SFP
ACX3GSDI-COAX-SFP
ACX3GSDI-DIN123-SFP
ACX3GSDI-SM-SFP
ACXSDI-BNCCAB
ACX288-FAN
ACX080-FAN
ACX048-FAN
ACX288-PS
ACX080-PS
ACX288-FIL
ACX080-FIL
ACX048-FIL
2.4 PRODUCT RANGE
PART NUMBER
ACX576, ACX576S
ACX288
ACX160
ACX080
ACX048
2.5 OPTIONS
TABLE 2-3. PRODUCT RANGE
DESCRIPTION
Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 576 ports, unpopulated
Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 288 ports, unpopulated
Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 160 ports, unpopulated
Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 80 ports, unpopulated
Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 48 ports, unpopulated
TABLE 2-4. OPTIONS
DESCRIPTION
CATx I/O board
Fiber I/O board, single-mode
Fiber I/O board, single-mode, 3.125 Gbit/s
UNI I/O board for USB 3.0 and SDI
CPU board
IEC connection cable for power supply, lockable, EU power connector
IEC connection cable for power supply, lockable, US power connector
CATx GBIC for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3.125 Gbit/s)
Multimode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, USB 3.0 (6.25 Gbit/s), for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
Coaxial GBIC, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
DIN 1.0/2.3 GBIC, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
Adapter cable BNC to mini BNC to adapt regular BNC cables to mini BNC SFP
ACX288/ACX160 fan tray (spare part)
ACX080 fan tray (spare part)
ACX048 fan tray (spare part)
ACX288/ACX160 plug-in power supply unit (spare part or redundancy)
ACX080 plug-in power supply unit (spare part or redundancy)
ACX288, ACX160 filter pads as consumable supply
ACX080 filter pads as consumable supply
ACX048 filter pads as consumable supply
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2.6 DEVICE VIEWS
The following views of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch illustrate the various available chassis types.
2.6.1 576-PORT CHASSIS (ACX576, ACX576S)
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FIGURE 2-2. 576-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW
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TABLE 2-5. 576-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
6
7
4
5
8
2
3
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-2
1
COMPONENT
Grounding
Slot for power supply unit 1
Slot for power supply unit 2
Slot for fan tray 1
Slot for fan tray 2
Slot for power supply unit 3
Slot for I/O boards
Slot for CPU board
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2.6.2 288-PORT CHASSIS (ACX288)
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FIGURE 2-3. 288-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW
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TABLE 2-6. 288-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
6
7
4
5
8
2
3
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-3
1
COMPONENT
Slot for power supply unit 1
Slot for fan tray 1
Slot for power supply unit 2
Slot for fan tray 2
Slot for I/O boards #1–36
Slot for power supply unit 3
Grounding
Slot for CPU board
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2.6.3 160-PORT CHASSIS (ACX160)
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FIGURE 2-4. 160-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW
TABLE 2-7. 160-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
6
7
4
5
8
2
3
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-4
1
COMPONENT
Slot for power supply unit 1
Slot for fan tray 1
Slot for power supply unit 2
Slot for fan tray 2
Slot for I/O boards #1–20
Slot for power supply unit 3
Grounding
Slot for CPU board
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2.6.4 80-PORT CHASSIS (ACX080)
FIGURE 2-5. 80-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW
TABLE 2-8. 80-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
6
7
4
5
2
3
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-5
1
COMPONENT
Slot for fan tray 1
Slot for power supply unit 1
Slot for I/O boards #1–10
Slot for power supply unit 2
Slot for CPU board
Slot for air filter
Slot for fan tray 2
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2.6.5 48-PORT CHASSIS (ACX048)
FIGURE 2-6. 48-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW
TABLE 2-9. 48-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
5
6
3
4
7
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-6
1
2
COMPONENT
Slot for fan tray 1
Slot for power supply unit 1
Slot for I/O boards #1–6
Slot for power supply unit 2
Slot for CPU board
Slot for air filter
Slot for fan tray 2
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2.7 DIAGNOSTICS AND STATUS
2.7.1 STATUS LEDS
Modular KVM Matrix Switch components are fitted with the following LEDs for overall status indication.
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FIGURE 2-7. STATUS LEDS ON CPU BOARD
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-7
1
2
TABLE 2-10. CPU STATUS LEDS FUNCTIONS
LED
Status LED 1
Status LED 2
STATUS
White
Blue flashing
Red flashing
Green flashing
Green
White
Red flashing
OFF
DESCRIPTION
CPU board is in registration process
Registration of the matrix has started
Registration in progress
Operating condition
CPU board de-registered
CPU board is in registration process
Registration of the matrix has started
Operating condition
NOTE: Due to variations in type, “white” might also appear as light purple or light blue.
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CATx SFP Fiber SFP Coax
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FIGURE 2-8. STATUS LEDS ON I/O BOARDS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-8
1
2
LED
TABLE 2-11. STATUS LEDS ON THE I/O BOARDS
Status 1
Status 2
STATUS
Light Blue
Red flashing
Red/Yellow flashing
Green flashing
Green
White
Blue
Blue flashing
Red flashing
DESCRIPTION
I/O board boot process
I/O board registration process
I/O board in service mode or firmware conflict with CPU board
Operating condition. I/O board registered at the matrix
I/O board de-registered (locking pin pulled out)
I/O board boot process
I/O board registration process
Operating condition. Communication active with CPU board active
I/O board de-registered (locking pin pulled out)
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PORTS I/O BOARD
CATx SFP Fiber SFP Coax
FIGURE 2-9. STATUS LEDS ON THE PORTS OF THE I/O BOARDS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-9
1
2
TABLE 2-12. STATUS LEDS ON THE PORTS OF THE I/O BOARDS
LED
Link Status (orange)
Link Status (green)
STATUS
Off
Flashing
Off
Flashing
On
DESCRIPTION
Port not activated
Port activated, no connection via interconnect cable
Port not activated
Port activated, no connection via interconnect cable
Connection via interconnect cable OK, data traffic active
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FIGURE 2-10. STATUS LEDS ON THE PORTS OF THE I/O BOARDS
TABLE 2-13. FAN TRAY LEDS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-10
1
2
3
COMPONENT
Status LED 1
Status LED 2
Hot Swap LED
2
3
TABLE 2-14. STATUS LEDS ON THE FAN TRAYS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-10
1
LED
Status 1 (green)
Status 2 (red)
Hot Swap (blue)
STATUS
On
Off
On
Off
On
DESCRIPTION
Operating condition
Operating condition
Error indication
Hot Swap option deactivated
Hot Swap option activated
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FIGURE 2-11. STATUS LEDS ON THE POWER SUPPLY UNIT
TABLE 2-15. STATUS LEDS ON THE ACX288/ACX160 POWER SUPPLY UNIT
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-11
1
2
3
LED
AC Input OK (green)
DC Output OK (green)
O/T (yellow)
STATUS
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
DESCRIPTION
Operating condition
Operating condition
Normal temperature
HIgh temperature
POWER SUPPLY UNIT FOR ACX080 AND ACX048
FIGURE 2-12. STATUS LED ON THE POWER SUPPLY UNIT
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TABLE 2-16. STATUS LEDS ON THE ACX080/ACX048 POWER SUPPLY UNIT
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-12 LED
DC Input OK (green)
DC Input (red)
STATUS
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
DESCRIPTION
Operating condition
No power supply
Power supply unit not active. Matrix is powered by second power supply.
Operating condition
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2.7.2 PORT STATUS
The connections and the switching status between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
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The current port configuration of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch is illustrated in this menu.
Select Status > Matrix View in the task area when connected to the matrix.
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FIGURE 2-14. STATUS—MATRIX VIEW (EXAMPLE #2)
The colors indicate the connection status.
TABLE 2-17. STATUS LEDS
COLOR IN FIGURES 2-13 AND 2-14
Gray
Yellow
Green
Red
Blue
DESCRIPTION
Port not connected
Video connection
KVM connection
Faulty port
Port connected to another matrix via grid line
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CPU
CON
CSC
CON
CSC
CPU
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The symbol indicates the extender that is recognized and defined at a certain port.
TABLE 2-18. SYMBOLS
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Port connected to a CPU Unit
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P
Port is connected to a CPU Unit that is switched to a CON Unit in Private Mode
Port connected to a CON Unit
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Port is connected to a CON Unit that is connected to a CPU Unit in Private Mode
Port connected to a USB 2.0 CPU Unit
Port connected to a USB 2.0 CON Unit
Port is configured as Cascade-CON port for cascading of matrices
Port is configured as Cascade-CPU port for cascading of matrices
Port is a UNI port of an I/O board that can be used for USB 3.0 or SDI switching
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SYMBOL
UNI
CON
UNI
CPU
TABLE 2-18 (CONTINUED). SYMBOLS
DESCRIPTION
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NOTES:
Red framed ports are defined as "fixed" (e. g. for USB 2.0 connections).
The port with four static blue squares is currently selected.
If a port is selected, all other ports are transparent, except those connected to the currently selected port. To clear a selection, press the Clear Selection button.
In Matrix View, a red cross on a port indicates that the console to be connected does not have access rights to the respective CPU at this port.
Press the left mouse button to show the extender information of the currently selected port on the right hand side of the working area.
The following information is available:
TABLE 2-19. EXTENDER INFORMATION OF THE CURRENTLY SELECTED PORT
FIELD
Extender Name
Extender Type
Port ID
Device Name
Connections
DESCRIPTION
Name of selected extender
Type of selected extender
Number of selected port
Name of connected console or CPU
Listing of assigned connections to marked port (Full Access or Video Access)
Press the right mouse button to open the context menu with additional functions for the currently selected port.
The following functions are available:
TABLE 2-20. CONTEXT FUNCTIONS
FUNCTION
Open Extender
Open Device
Switch
DESCRIPTION
The menu for definition of the currently selected extender will be opened
The menu for definition of the currently selected console or CPU will be opened
The menu for execution of switching operations will be opened
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To reload the Matrix View, you have the following options:
Press <F5> on a connected keyboard
Execute Edit > Reload in the menu bar
Press the Reload button in the tool bar
2.7.3 PORT STATUS MATRIX GRID
In this menu, the connections and the switching status between the various CON and CPU Devices are shown within the Matrix Grid.
The port view is divided into the different Grid matrices. As a result, each matrix is displayed in an optimized view of 24 ports per line to be able to show also a larger number of ports.
You have the following option to access the menu:
JAVA TOOL
The current port configuration of the Matrix Grid is illustrated in this menu.
Select Status > Grid Port View in the task area when connected to the matrix.
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NOTE: Functions, colors and symbols used in the Grid Port View are identical to those in the port status of the Matrix View.
2.7.4 EXTENDER OSD
All extenders used with the Modular KVM Matrix Switch are provided with their own OSD to display the connection status of the console.
FIGURE 2-16. EXTENDER OSD
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The following information is shown in the OSD menu:
FIELD
CON
CPU
ACCESS
SHARED
TABLE 2-21. OSD MENU INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Name of console
Name of currently connected CPU
Color Coding:
Green: The connection to the selected CPU is completely established.
Yellow: The connection to the selected CPU is partially established.
Red: The connection to the selected CPU cannot be established.
NOTE: Possible reasons for any incomplete or non-established connection can be switched off extenders or insufficiently available Grid lines in Matrix Grid operation.
Full Access: Console has a KVM connection to the displayed CPU.
Video Access: Console has a video only connection to the displayed CPU.
Private Mode: Console has a Private Mode connection to the displayed CPU.
not connected: Console is not connected to a CPU.
x device(s) shows the exact number of devices that are connected to the current CPU of the console (e.g. 3 devices).
If the field remains empty, no other devices are connected to the current CPU.
NOTE: If the options Mouse Connect or Keyboard Connect are used, the name of the console with keyboard / mouse control will be displayed on those consoles that do not have current K/M control. The console is displayed in yellow under Access.
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2.7.5 NETWORK STATUS
The current network configuration is shown in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu:
OSD
The following information is shown in this menu:
FIELD
DHCP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Gateway
MAC ID
TABLE 2-22. NETWORK CONFIGURATION
DESCRIPTION
Information whether the network settings are applied dynamically. Display Y (Yes) or N (No)
Information about the IP address as provided manually or via DHCP
Information about the subnet mask as provided manually or via DHCP
Information about the gateway address as provided manually or via DHCP
Information about the MAC address of the matrix
OSD
Select Status > Network in the main menu.
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1. Select Status > Matrix View in the task area.
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2. Use the left mouse button to click on the network port of the CPU board. The corresponding network status will be shown on the right hand side of the working area.
The available information can be faded in or hidden by pressing the left mouse button on the “plus” or “minus” icon.
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2.7.6 FIRMWARE STATUS MATRIX
The current firmware status of the installed boards is shown in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu:
OSD
The following information is shown in this menu:
FIELD
Name
Type
Ports
Version
Date
Status
TABLE 2-23. FIRMWARE STATUS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Description of modules
Type number
Number of ports
Complete description of firmware version
Date of firmware version
Module status
OSD
Select Status > Firmware in the main menu.
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1. Select Status > Matrix Firmware in the task area.
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FIGURE 2-20. STATUS—MATRIX FIRMWARE
2. To read out the overall status of the matrix and store it locally (file extension .zip), select Matrix > Save Status or press the respective button in the symbol bar.
The various modules can expanded and retracted in the Name column by clicking with the left mouse button on the plus or minus symbols.
By clicking on the plus or minus symbol in the upper right corner of the working area you can expand and retract all module information with one click of the left mouse button.
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2.7.7 FIRMWARE STATUS EXTENDER
The current firmware status of connected extenders is shown in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
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The following information is shown in this menu:
FIELD
Name
Type
Ports
Cur. Version
Cur. Date
TABLE 2-24. FIRMWARE STATUS OF CONNECTED EXTENDERS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Description of firmware
Description of extender module
Number of ports
Description of current firmware version
Date of current firmware version
Select Status > EXT Firmware in the task area.
FIGURE 2-21. STATUS—EXT FIRMWARE
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2.8 TRACE FUNCTION
All events, e.g. activities and switching operations of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch are logged and displayed in this menu.
This function is used for diagnostic purposes.
You have the following option to request various trace views in the menu:
OSD
The following information is shown in this menu:
FIELD
Date
Time
Message
TABLE 2-25. TRACE FUNCTION MENU
DESCRIPTION
Date stamp
Time stamp
Detailed description of the event
Trace possibilities:
Select Status > Trace IO Board in the main menu to check the events on your current I/O board.
Select Status > Trace Matrix to check the matrix events.
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2.9 SYSLOG MONITORING
The complete logging of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch activities, switching operations and surveillance of the function of critical components such as fans or power supply units takes place in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
To start Syslog Monitoring, proceed as follows:
Select the Monitoring symbol in the symbol bar.
FIGURE 2-22. MONITORING—SYSLOG
Logging of system activities starts when the Monitoring menu is opened and remains active until the tab is closed.
NOTE: Syslog messages are transmitted via UDP. Therefore, port 514 within the used network should not be blocked, e.g. by a firewall.
During logging, the activities are written continuously into logging files and stored locally. This process can be set with various options.
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Select Extras > Options in the menu bar and open the tab.
The following options are available:
OPTION
Log File Directory
Log File Name
Log File Extension
Daily Log files
Maximum Log File Size (KB)
Maximum Number of Log Files
Autostart
Open Monitoring Tab
TABLE 2-26. SYSLOG OPTIONS
DESCRIPTION
Default directory to store the log files
Default name of the log file
Default extension for the log file
Log files are stored every 24 hours (daily)
Allowed maximum size of log file
Allowed maximum number of log files
When starting the Java Tool, the Syslog function will be started in the background
When starting the Java Tool, the Monitoring tab will be opened
NOTE: When reaching the maximum log file size, a new log file will be created. When reaching the maximum number of log files, the oldest one will be overwritten with the new information.
FILTER FUNCTION
To filter relevant messages out of a number of logged activities of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch, the Syslog Monitoring offers various filter options.
To set and activate a filter, proceed as follows:
1. Set the desired filter option(s) by activating the respective checkbox(es).
2. Activate the filter settings by pressing the Filter button.
3. To deactivate an activated filter setting, press the Clear button.
The following filter options are available:
TABLE 2-27. FILTER OPTIONS
OPTION
Date
Facility
Severity
Host
Message
DESCRIPTION
Messages for a defined date range will be filtered
Messages for a defined facility will be filtered
Messages for a defined severity will be filtered
Messages for a defined host will be filtered
Messages with defined text parts will be filtered
NOTE: Filter options are not valid within the locally stored log files.
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RECORDING FUNCTION
All messages shown in the Syslog are equipped with various recording functions.
To store messages shown in the Syslog (filtered or unfiltered), press the Save trace button. The messages will be stored in a .txt file.
To remove messages shown in the Syslog, press the Clear trace button.
To stop recording messages, press the Pause button. To continue, press the button again.
2.10 SNMP
The SNMP function allows all function-critical and safety-critical elements of the matrix to be monitored and queried.
This function complies with the RFC 1157 standard.
NOTE: When using SNMP monitoring, we recommend using a dedicated network to maintain continuous access.
You have the following options to configure the SNMP monitoring:
OSD
OSD
To activate the SNMP agent, proceed as follows:
1. Select Configuration > SNMP in the main menu.
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2. Set the Enable option to Y (Yes) under SNMP Agent. By activating this option, the permission for an active query of the SNMP agent is granted.
To configure an SNMP server, proceed as follows:
Select Configuration > SNMP in the main menu.
Set the Enable Traps option to Y (Yes) within SNMP Server. This function allows an active transmission of trap messages from the SNMP agent to the SNMP server.
Set the IP address of the SNMP server within Server Address.
Activate the requested traps by enabling them to Y (Yes).
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You can select the following traps:
TRAP
Status
Temperature
Insert Board
Remove Board
Invalid Board
Insert Extender
Remove Extender
Switch Command
Fan Tray #1
Fan Tray #2
Power Supply #1
Power Supply #2
Power Supply #3
TABLE 2-28. TRAPS
DESCRIPTION
Notification about matrix status
Notification about temperature within the matrix
Notification about insertion of a new I/O board into a slot
Notification about removal of an I/O board out of a slot
Notification about a faulty I/O board
Notification about a newly connected extender to the matrix, notification about a switched on extender, notification about a newly established link between extender and matrix
Notification about a removed extender from the matrix, notification about a switched off extender, notification about an interrupted link between extender and matrix
Notification about a performed switching operation at the matrix
Notification about the status of fan tray #1
Notification about the status of fan tray #2
Notification about the status of power supply unit #1
Notification about the status of power supply unit #2
Notification about the status of power supply unit #3
To query the SNMP status, proceed as follows:
1. Select Status > SNMP in the main menu.
NOTE: To activate the SNMP agent function or the SNMP server function, you must restart the matrix.
Two SNMP servers can be used at the same time.
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To activate the SNMP agent, proceed as follows:
1. Select System > Network in the task area.
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FIGURE 2-24. SYSTEM—NETWORK
2. Activate the SNMP Agent option in the SNMP tab. By activating this option, the permission for an active query of the SNMP agent is granted.
To configure an SNMP server, proceed as follows:
Select Configuration > Network in the task area.
Activate the Enable Traps option within SNMP Server. This function allows an active transmission of trap messages from the SNMP agent to the SNMP server.
Set the IP address of the SNMP within SNMP Server.
Activate the requested traps.
NOTE: To activate the SNMP agent function or the SNMP server function, you must restart the matrix.
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2.11 SYSTEM CHECK
System Check offers a diagnostic function for checking the matrix configuration. The feature indicates suboptimal and faulty settings.
System Check is exclusively used for a confidence check and does not make any active changes in the configuration.
You have the following option to access the menu:
The following configuration parts are checked:
Matrix Firmware
Extender Firmware
Multi-Screen Control
Ext Units
CPU Devices
CON Devices
User
System Configuration
Matrix Grid
The following notification levels can be shown:
LEVEL
OK (green)
WARNING (yellow)
ERROR (red)
TABLE 2-29. NOTIFICATION LEVELS
DESCRIPTION
System Check completed without any abnormalities
System Check revealed abnormalities in the configuration that point to incomplete parts of the configuration, firmware differences, duplications or unconnected extenders but without being system critical
System Check revealed errors in the configuration that can have both functional and system-critical influences on the system
NOTE: If the messages "WARNING" and "ERROR" are generated by the System Check function, the respective problem will be described and a basic guideline will be provided.
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To start System Check, proceed as follows:
Select the System Check symbol in the symbol bar.
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2.12 DEVICE FINDER
The Device Finder offers the possibility to find all matrices or SNMP boards that are located in the same subnetwork. This is useful, for example, if the IP address of a specific matrix is unknown and should be accessed via IP.
You have the following option to access the function:
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The following device information is shown in the Device Finder:
TABLE 2-30. DEVICE INFORMATION
INFORMATION
Device
Name
IP Address
MAC Address
Type
DESCRIPTION
Name of device
Name of the active configuration
Current IP address of the device
MAC address of the device
Type of device
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NOTE: You can use the last column of the Device Finder to access the respective matrix directly using the Connect button.
To start the Device Finder, proceed as follows:
Select the symbol Device Finder in the symbol bar.
FIGURE 2-26. DEVICE FINDER
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3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your package contains the following items:
(1) Modular KVM Matrix Switch
(1) power cord per built-in power supply unit
(1) serial control cable
Mounting accessories
Java tool
(1) CATx newtork cable (cross-wired)
(1) Quick Start Guide
If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected].
3.2 SYSTEM SETUP
NOTE: We recommend that first-time users set up the system in the same room as a test setup. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently.
MATRIX SETUP
1. Install the CPU and CPU boards.
2. Connect keyboard, mouse and monitor to the CPU board of the matrix.
3. Connect the matrix to the power supply.
4. Open OSD via keyboard command <hotkey>, <o> and log in with administrator rights in the main menu under configuration
(see Section 4.2.1).
5. Configure initially as requested.
NOTE: After you configure the system, we recommend that you save the configuration by selecting Configuration > Save and restart the matrix by selecting Restart Matrix.
6. Optional: Establish a network connection between the matrix and the Java Tool so you can set an extended configuration
(see Section 4.2.2).
The default IP address is 192.168.100.99 and DHCP is deactivated. When installing several matrices at the same time, we strongly recommend that you install them in sequence and to assign unique IP addresses in order to avoid IP address conflicts.
EXTENDER SETUP
1. Connect the CON Units to the matrix by using the interconnect cables (CATx or fiber).
2. Connect the CON Units to the input devices to be used (for example, keyboard and mouse).
3. Connect the 5-VDC power supply units to the CON Units.
4. Check the basic function of the CON Unit by opening the OSD via keyboard command <hotkey>, <o>.
5. Connect the source (computer, CPU) to the CPU Unit of the extender using the provided connection cables.
6. Connect the CPU Unit to the matrix using the interconnect cables (CATx or fiber).
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7. If you have a video matrix, connect the video source directly to the matrix using the interconnect cables (coax, fiber).
8. Connect the 5-VDC power supply units to the CPU Units.
9. Start the system.
3.3 EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch supports a wide and flexible range of system configurations:
A part of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch can be configured as a Single-Head work station, a part as Dual-Head, as Quad-Head or even as a video matrix for example. In addition to that, there are configurations with KVM and USB 2.0 available.
In addition to OSD access by a keyboard connected to the CPU board or and extender CON Unit, other methods of control are available, including:
Java Tool
Serial interface
A connection to common media controls is also possible.
The following sections show typical example installations of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
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3.3.1 KVM MATRIX
In Single-Head mode, up to 288 ports can be used either as an input or as an output port depending on components and equipment. Non-blocking access is available for all users, i.e. user access is not limited by the activities of another user.
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TABLE 3-1. SINGLE-HEAD KVM MATRIX INSTALLATION COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 3-1
3
4
5
6
1
2
COMPONENT
Source (computer, CPU)
CPU Unit
Interconnect cable
Modular KVM Matrix Switch
CON Unit
Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
If you have a Single-Head console, you can also get access to a Dual-Head or Quad-Head console for example. However, control is only possible at monitor 1.
Any signal source can be switched to any number of monitors that will show the video signal at the same time. Audio may also be switched if required.
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3.3.2 VIDEO MATRIX
If you use the Modular KVM Matrix Switch as a video matrix, up to 288 input ports can be switched to up to 288 output ports, depending on components and equipment.
FIGURE 3-2. VIDEO MATRIX INSTALLATION EXAMPLE
TABLE 3-2. VIDEO MATRIX INSTALLATION COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 3-2
3
4
1
2
COMPONENT
Video source (e.g., SDI camera)
Interconnect cable
Modular KVM Matrix Switch
Video sink (e.g., monitor)
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3.3.3 PARALLEL OPERATION (STACKING)
If you have special configurations, especially at installations with several monitors per workstation or additional support of USB 2.0 transmission paths, the number of connectable CPUs and consoles can be increased by a parallel operation (stacking) of several
Modular KVM Matrix Switches.
One Modular KVM Matrix Switch is defined as the Master Matrix and its IP address entered into the Master IP Address field (see
Section 4.4.1). All other matrices are defined as Sub Matrices. Sub matrices must be connected to the master matrix via a network connector (RJ-45) on the CPU board. The Enable LAN Echo option has to be activated at the master matrix (see Section 4.4.1).
If a switching command is performed using the OSD, the synchronized matrices will also switch automatically.
NOTE: Switching of stacked devices might be delayed by several seconds.
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TABLE 3-3. PARALLEL OPERATION (STACKING) INSTALLATION COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 3-3
7
8
5
6
1
2
3
4
COMPONENT
Dual-Head Source (computer, CPU)
CPU Unit
Interconnect cable
Master matrix
Synchronized matrix
Network connection master matrix/synchronized matrix
CON Unit
Console (two monitors, keyboard, mouse)
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3.3.4 MATRIX GRID
You can use a matrix grid for applications where the required number of ports is not sufficient or important connections need to be made to several matrices to provide redundancy.
A matrix grid consists of one master matrix and at least one slave matrix. In its maximum configuration, it can consist of up to 16 matrices.
To build a matrix grid, the grid matrices are interconnected by “Grid Lines.” In this case, the slave matrices can be connected directly to the master matrix or between themselves.
When arranging the grid lines, various grid setups can be realized, for example: a ring setup, a hub and spoke setup or a fully connected setup of matrices.
Grid lines can process signals bidirectional (Smart Connect). Per grid line, one KVM connection can be transmitted.
All switching operation will be exclusively performed through the Grid Master.
To configure the matrix grid, see see Section 4.15.
FIGURE 3-4. MATRIX GRID INSTALLATION EXAMPLE
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4.1 COMMAND MODE
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch includes a Command Mode that allows several functions to be controlled by keyboard commands during normal use.
To enter Command Mode, use a Hotkey sequence, and to exit Command Mode, press <Esc>. While in Command Mode, the Shift and Scroll LEDs on the console keyboard will flash.
NOTE : In Command Mode, normal keyboard and mouse operation will cease. Only selected keyboard commands are available.
If there is no keyboard command executed within 10 seconds after activating Command Mode, it will be deactivated automatically.
The following table lists the keyboard commands to enter and to exit Command Mode and to change the Hotkey sequence.
Change Hotkey Sequence
TABLE 4-1. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Enter Command Mode (default)
Exit Command Mode
KEYBOARD COMMAND
2x <Left Shift> (or Hotkey)
<Esc>
<current Hotkey>, <c>, <new Hotkey code>, <Enter>
Until 2011-30-09:
<Left Ctrl> + <Left Shift> + <c>, <Hotkey code>, <Enter>
NOTE :
<Key> + <Key> Press keys simultaneously
<Key>, <Key> Press keys successively
2x <Key> Press key quickly, twice in a row (similar to a mouse double-click)
The Hotkey sequence to enter Command Mode can be changed. The following table lists the Hotkey Codes for the available key sequences:
HOTKEY CODE
3
4
5
0
2
6
7
8
TABLE 4-2. HOTKEY CODES AND KEY SEQUENCES
HOTKEY
Freely selectable (from 2012-01-12 on)
2x <Scroll>
2x <Left Shift>
2x <Left Ctrl>
2x <Left Alt>
2x <Right Shift>
2x <Right Ctrl>
2x <Right Alt>
NOTE : In a combined KVM matrix / U-Switch configuration, choose different Hotkeys for the KVM matrix and the U-Switch.
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SET FREELY SELECTABLE HOTKEY (EXAMPLE)
To set a freely selectable Hotkey (e.g. 2x <Space>), use the following keyboard sequence:
<current Hotkey>, <c>, <0>, <Space>, <Enter>
SET HOTKEY FOR DIRECT OSD ACCESS
Next to the Hotkey for standard functions, this Hotkey can be exclusively used for opening the OSD directly.
To select a Hotkey from the Hotkey table for a direct opening of the OSD, use the following keyboard sequence:
<current Hotkey>, <f>, <Hotkey code>, <Enter>
To select a freely selectable Hotkey (e.g. 2x <Space>) for opening OSD directly, use the following keyboard sequence:
<current Hotkey>, <f>, <0>, <Space>, <Enter>
RESET HOTKEY
To set a Hotkey back to default settings of the extender, press the key combination <Right Shift> + <Del> within 5 seconds after switching on the CON Unit or plugging in a keyboard.
To delete the Hotkey for direct OSD access, use the following keyboard sequence:
<current Hotkey>, <f>, <0>, <Del>, <Enter>
4.2 CONTROL OPTIONS
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch contains an internal CPU that allows you to control all functions from any console without the need for an external CPU or media control.
You have the following options to access the Modular KVM Matrix Switch for configuration and operation:
via OSD
via Java Tool
via serial interface
4.2.1 CONTROL VIA OSD
OSD
Via OSD (On-Screen-Display), you set the configuration of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch operating system. The settings of the Configuration menu are described below. All other menus are described in later chapters.
You have the following options to enter the OSD of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch:
via keyboard connected to the CPU board
via keyboard connected to a CON Unit of an extender
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ENTERING OSD
1. Start Command Mode with the Hotkey (see Section 4.1).
2. Press <o> to open OSD. You will see a list of all available CPUs as a start menu.
3. Press <Esc> to enter the main menu.
NOTE : If the Enable CPU Selection option is enabled in the Configuration menu, the selection list for switching CPU devices will be opened initially. To skip this list, press the <F7> key.
LEAVING OSD
Press <Esc> in the main menu or simultaneously <Left Shift> + <Esc> anywhere within the OSD.
The OSD will be closed without any further changes and the currently active CPU connection will be displayed.
MENU STRUCTURE
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FIGURE 4-1. EXAMPLE VIEW
The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas:
Upper status area (topmost two text lines)
Working area
Lower status area (lowest two text lines)
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KEYBOARD CONTROL
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-3. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Left cursor - only within an input field or a switching screen
Right cursor - only within an input field or a switching screen
In input fields: Line up (with wrap around)
In menus: Line up (without wrap around)
In input fields: Line down (with wrap around)
In menus: Line down (without wrap around)
Previous page in menus with more than one page
Next page in menus with more than one page
Next input field
Previous input field
Next option in selection fields
Previous option in selection fields
Switching in selection fields between two conditions, e. g. between ON / OFF or Y (Yes) / N (No)
In menus with input fields: Save data
In menus: Select menu item
In menus with input fields: Cancel data input without saving
In menus with selection fields: Go back to the superior menu
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<Cursor Left>
<Cursor Right>
<Cursor Up>
<Cursor Down>
<Page Up>
<Page Down>
<Tab>
<Left Shift> + <Tab>
<+>
<->
<Space>
<Enter>
<Esc>
SORTING FUNCTION
Lists and tables in the Java Tool offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search.
The following sorting functions are available.
TABLE 4-4. SORTING FUNCTIONS
FUNCTION
Sort ID numbers in descending order by pressing the keyboard command once.
Sort ID numbers in ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (ID).
Sort ID names in descending order by pressing the keyboard command once.
Sort ID names in ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (Name).
Go to the next result in the list of results of the search field (Next).
Go to the previous result in the list of results of the search field (Previous).
Refresh the currently shown list (Refresh).
Jump between the search field and the list of results (Find).
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<F1>
<F2>
<F3>
<F4>
<F5>
<F6>
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PASSWORD REQUEST
You have to login with administrator rights to be able to set configurations.
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FIGURE 4-2. LOGIN
Access to the configuration menu requires administrator rights. User login is mandatory.
TABLE 4-5. LOGIN
FIELD
User
Password
INPUT admin admin
By pressing <F10> in the main menu of the OSD, the login mask will be opened. To log out a user, press <F10> again.
For security reasons, please change the administrator password as soon as possible (see Section 4.4.1).
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REQUIREMENTS
If you want to use the Java Tool, you will need:
Computer with an executable Java Tool and an installed Java Runtime Environment (JRE, version 1.7 or higher)
Java Tool software
Available network connection between the Java Tool and the matrix
NOTE: Contact your system administrator concerning JRE and network connection.
INSTALLATION OF THE JAVA TOOL
The Java Tool is available as a single executable program file that does not require a separate installation.
Copy the tool after receiving the file to a directory on your computer.
NOTE: If you do not have a copy of the Java Tool, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected].
COMPUTER CONNECTION TO THE MATRIX
For a direct connection between computer and matrix, a cross-wired network cable is required.
For a connection between computer and matrix via switch or hub, a parallel assembled network cable is required.
Do not use a network connection between Java Tool and the matrix that is primarily used for transmitting audio data.
Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 ports of computer and CPU board of the matrix.
START OF THE JAVA TOOL
Open the Java Tool by double-clicking on the program icon or press the <Enter> key of the keyboard.
CONNECTION TO THE MATRIX
NOTE: At least FTP rights are required.
1. Open the Java Tool.
2. Select Matrix > Connect in the menu bar.
3. Enter the IP address in the popup input field according to the network configuration of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch
(see Section 4.2.3).
4. Enter the user name and password for the Modular KVM Matrix Switch (see Section 4.4.1).
5. Confirm your inputs with the OK button or reject with Cancel.
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FIGURE 4-3. CONNECT
NOTE: Up to twelve connections between the matrix and the Java Tool can be established at the same time due to a limitation of available sockets.
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The menu structure of the Java Tool is subdivided into various sections:
Menu bar (top line)
Toolbar (second line)
Tab bar (third line)
Task area (left menu section)
Working area (right menu section)
Status bar (bottom line section)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The operation of the Java Tool is intuitive and corresponds to the user interface of common operating systems.
The Java Tool contains its own support function.
The integrated help texts in the working area of the Java Tool can be activated or deactivated by the checkbox in the upper right corner.
MOUSE CONTROL
You can select the following mouse commands.
TABLE 4-6. MOUSE COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Menu selection, marking
Open function-specific selection menus
Open context-specific selection menus
MOUSE COMMAND
Left mouse button
Double-click left mouse button
Right mouse button
KEYBOARD CONTROL
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-7. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Cursor to the left
Cursor to the right
Line up
Line down
Previous page in input or status menus with more than one page
Next page in input or status menus with more than one page
Next field in input menus
Previous field in input menus
MOUSE COMMAND
<Cursor Left>
<Cursor Right>
<Cursor Up>
<Cursor Down>
<Page Up>
<Page Down>
<Tab>
<Left Shift> + <Tab>
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FUNCTION
Switching in selection fields between two conditions (checkmark or not).
Open already marked fields with editing or selecting possibility.
In menus: Data saving
Menu item selection
Leave tables
Jump from tables into the next field
Leave tables
Jump from tables into the previous field
MOUSE COMMAND
<Space>
<Enter>
<Ctrl> + <Tab>
<Ctrl> + <Left Shift> + <Tab>
NOTE: Various functions within the menus in the menu bar can be executed with the provided keyboard commands
(e. g. press <Ctrl> + <S> to execute Save) that are listed to the right of the respective menu item.
RELOAD OPTIONS
The information shown in the Java Tool can be reloaded in different ways.
Via <F5> on the keyboard used
Via Edit > Reload in the menu bar
Via ”Reload” Symbol in the symbol bar
CONTEXT FUNCTION
The Java Tool offers several context functions that support user-friendly and effective operation. The context functions are described in the respective chapters.
To execute a context function, use the right mouse button on the corresponding field and select the desired function.
SORTING FUNCTION
Lists and tables in the Java Tool offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search.
1. Ascending: Click left mouse button once on the header of the column to be sorted. The sort status is indicated by an arrow that points upwards.
2. Descending: Click left mouse button once on the header of the column to be sorted. The sort is displayed by an arrow that points downwards.
3. Cancel sort: Click left mouse button once or twice on the head of the sorted column. The arrow displayed disappears.
FILTER FUNCTION
Lists and tables in the Java Tool offer a filter function that allows a fast and smooth search.
1. To activate a filter, use the right mouse button to click on the header of the column to be filtered and select Set Filter.
2. Write the word or part of a word that has to be filtered into the header. The filter results are shown immediately.
3. To delete a filter, use the right mouse button to click on the header of the column that has to be filtered and select Clear Filter.
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NOTE: An active filter is indicated by an asterisk in the header.
The filter function is based on the functional principle of common web search engines.
OFFLINE CONFIGURATION
Configuration and system settings via Java Tool can be changed in offline mode without a direct connection between matrix and Java Tool.
To activate a matrix configuration, proceed as follows:
1. Select File > Upload in the menu bar.
2. Enter the IP address of the matrix (see Section 4.2.3) and the name and password of the user authorization and select the storage location of the new configuration (default or config01-08) in the Select Configuration menu.
3. Select Matrix > Connect in the menu bar and enter the IP address of the matrix and the name and password for user authorization.
4. Select Administration > Activate Configuration in the task area and select the storage location that has been selected above.
5. Use the Activate button to open the selected configuration within the matrix.
The connection and the open tab will be closed and the matrix will be restarted.
NOTE During the activation of a configuration, the matrix is temporarily unavailable.
ONLINE CONFIGURATION
Configurations and system settings can be also edited via Java Tool in online mode with an active connection between matrix and Java Tool.
FIGURE 4-5. SYSTEM—SYSTEM DATA
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To edit a configuration in online mode, proceed as follows:
1. Select the menu item Matrix > Activate Online Configuration Mode. This setting will also be shown in the lower part of the working area.
2. Make any edits at the configuration and system settings and confirm them by pressing the Apply button. The changes will be applied immediately.
3. To deactivate the online mode, select the menu item Matrix > Deactivate Online Configuration Mode in the menu bar.
On newer firmware, you will need to enable the Java Tool using the local OSD from a receiver by logging into the Configuration Menu as admin, and go to System options. You will then find a setting to allow Java communication. Save the settings and the Java tool will be able to work using the Online Configuration Mode.
OPTIONS MENU
The Java Tool can be adapted and customized by editing various default settings.
To activate or change the default settings, proceed as follows:
Select Extras > Options in the menu bar. The Default Settings tab will open.
The following default settings parameters can be changed.
TABLE 4-8. DEFAULT SETTINGS PARAMETERS OPTIONS
OPTION
IP / Hostname
User
Configuration Directory
Firmware Directory
Status Directory
Import / Export Directory
Presets Directory
DESCRIPTION
Default IP address of the matrix required for connection
Default user name required for connection
Default directory for configuration files
Default directory for update files
Default directory for the firmware status
Default directory for import and export files
Default directory for macro files
To set various font sizes for the Java Tool, proceed as follows:
1. Select Extras > Options in the menu bar.
2. Open the Font tab.
3. Select the desired font size (normal or large).
REPORT
The Java Tool is equipped with a report function that shows the current switching status and all relevant parts of the matrix configuration in a PDF file.
To create a report, proceed as follows:
1. Select File > Report... in the menu bar. A selection assistant will be opened.
2. Select contents that should be included in the report (Matrix View, EXT Units, CPU Devices, CON Devices and Users) and confirm with the Next > button.
3. Select the preferred location for storage of the report and confirm with the Finish button.
The report will be created as a PDF file.
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FIGURE 4-6. REPORT
NOTE: The report function can be used in both online or offline mode of the Java Tool.
4.2.3 CONTROL VIA SERIAL INTERFACE
RS232
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch operating system offers various functions for operation via a serial interface. There are telegrams for switching single or all connections available, both unidirectional and bidirectional. In addition, there are telegrams for an overall definition of the total switching status and for saving and loading such switching states.
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch optionally provides an echo of all affected switching operations via a serial interface or a network interface. This aids continuous tracking of a matrix configuration and enables your own applications to be updated.
As an additional application, you can switch matrix clones in parallel as synchronized matrices (Stacking) via a serial network interface.
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4.3 ASSIGNMENT
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch offers the option of a console-specific or a CPU-specific assignment.
Assign virtual CPUs to real CPUs.
Assign real consoles to virtual consoles.
4.3.1 VIRTUAL CPU
You can assign virtual to real CPUs in this menu.
With this function, the effort of switching several consoles to the same CPU can be reduced. If several consoles are connected to a virtual CPU that is assigned to a real CPU, you only have to change the real CPU once and all consoles will receive the video signal of the new CPU.
You have the following options to access the menu:
OSD
OSD
Select Assignments > Virtual CPU Devices in the main menu.
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For an assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select the virtual CPU in the Virtual Devices list that has to be assigned to a real CPU.
2. Press the Edit button.
3. Select the CPU in the Real Devices list that has to be assigned to the selected virtual CPU.
4. Press the Okay button to confirm the assignment.
The assignment will be made.
NOTE: Only one virtual CPU can be assigned to a real CPU.
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FIGURE 4-8. VIRTUAL CPU DEVICES
For an assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select a virtual CPU in the Virtual CPU list.
2. Double-click in the Real CPU column to display a list of all available real CPUs.
3. Select a real CPU.
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Send
Reload
TABLE 4-9. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Send assignments to the matrix
Reload changes
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NOTE: When the Auto Send function in the left lower corner of the work area is ticked, switching operations will be completed immediately without user confirmation via the Send button.
The selection boxes in the Real CPU column contain a filter function for easy selection of a single CPU from a larger pool of CPUs
(see Section 4.2.2).
The Java tool offers the option to switch directly from the Assignment menu to the Definition menu to check specific settings for the respective console or CPU.
Use the right mouse button to select the respective console or CPU and select Open CON Device or Open CPU Device.
4.3.2 VIRTUAL CONSOLE
You can assign real consoles to virtual consoles in this menu.
This function reflects changes in permission made to virtual consoles onto real consoles.
Virtual consoles can be switched in the same way as real consoles. Real consoles that are assigned to a virtual console that is connected to a CPU will receive the video signal. The last-assigned console will also have control of the keyboard and mouse.
You have the following options to access the menu:
OSD
OSD
Select Assignments > Virtual CON Devices in the main menu.
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For an assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select the real console in the Real Devices list that has to be assigned to a virtual CPU.
2. Press the Edit button.
3. Select the virtual console in the Virtual Devices list that has to be assigned to the selected real console.
4. Press the Okay button to confirm the assignment. The assignment will be made.
NOTE: A virtual console can be assigned to more than one real console.
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FIGURE 4-10. VIRTUAL CON DEVICES
To place an assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select the required real console in the Real Console table.
2. Double-click in the Virtual Console column to display a list of all available virtual consoles.
3. Select the required virtual console.
You can select the following buttons:
TABLE 4-10. BUTTONS
BUTTON
Send
Cancel
FUNCTION
Send assignments to the matrix
Reject changes
NOTE: When the Auto Send function in the lower left corner of the work area is ticked, switching operations will be completed immediately without user confirmation via the Send button.
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The selection boxes in the Virtual Console column contain a filter function for easy selection of a single CON from a larger pool of CON devices (see Chapter 4.2.2).
4.4 SYSTEM SETTINGS
You have the option to configure the system settings of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
The configuration of the system settings can only be done by users with administrator rights.
4.4.1 SYSTEM DATA
The system configuration is set in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Device
Name
Info
Sub Matrix
Load Default
Auto Save
SELECTION
Text
Text
Text activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
TABLE 4-11. SYSTEM DATA SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
Enter the device name of the matrix
(default: SWITCH_01)
Enter the name of the configuration that is used to save the current settings
(default: Standard)
Additional text field to describe the configuration
(default: Factory settings)
If the matrix is defined as a sub matrix in the OSD, the user will lose control. Control can be recovered by using the keyboard command <Shift>, <Shift>, <s>, <o>. The OSD for the matrix that has been defined as a sub matrix will be reopened.
Function not active (default)
Starting the matrix after a restart or a switch-on with the default configuration
Starting the matrix after a restart or a switch-on with the last saved configuration
(default).
Save the current configuration of the matrix in the flash memory periodically.
NOTE: During the save operation, the matrix will not operate. Saving takes place every
600 seconds, as long as changes of the configuration or switching operations have been executed in the meantime.
Function not active (default)
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FIELD
Enable COM Echo
Enable LAN Echo
Enable Redundancy
Synchronize
Echo Only
Master IP Address
Invalid IO-Boards
Hor. Mouse Speed 1/x
Ver. Mouse Speed 1/x
Double Click Time
Keyboard layout
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SELECTION activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
Numerical value activated deactivated
1–9
1–9
100–800
Region
DESCRIPTION
Send all switching commands performed in the matrix as an echo via serial interface.
NOTE: This function should be enabled when using a media control via serial interface.
Function not active (default)
Send all switching commands performed in the matrix as an echo via LAN connection.
NOTE: This function should be enabled when using a media control via LAN connection or when using stacking with two ore more matrices.
Function not active (default)
Automatically switch to the second link of a connected redundant CON Unit when losing the primary link of a CPU Unit (default).
NOTE: This function will have to be activated for both matrices in a fully redundant setup.
Function not active
Synchronize the slave matrix to the switch status of the master matrix.
Function not active (default)
Synchronize the matrix according to the echo of a second matrix.
NOTE: This is a bidirectional synchronization where both matrices have to be configured as Synchronize with the Master IP of the respective other matrix.
Function not active (default)
Set the network address of the master matrix (default value: 000.000.000.000)
Keep I/O boards with incorrect or invalid firmware online in the matrix.
NOTE: To keep an I/O board with wrong or damaged firmware online in the matrix, the maintenance mode of the matrix will be activated.
Shut down I/O boards with incorrect or invalid firmware automatically (default).
Adjustment of the horizontal mouse speed, 1 = slow, 9 = fast (default value: 4)
Adjustment of the vertical mouse speed, 1 = slow, 9 = fast (default value: 5)
Adjustment of the time slot for a double-click (default value: 200 ms)
Set the OSD keyboard layout according to the keyboard used (default: German (DE))
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Select Configuration > System in the main menu.
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You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-12. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
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FIGURE 4-12. SYSTEM DATA
4.4.2 AUTOMATIC ID
Settings for automatic creation of CPU and CON Devices when a new extender unit is connected are made in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
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You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Enable Auto Config
ID Real CPU Device
ID Virtual CPU Device
ID Real CON Device
ID Virtual CON Device
SELECTION activated deactivated
Numerical value
Numerical value
Numerical value
Numerical value
TABLE 4-13. AUTOMATIC ID SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
Automatic creation of a new CPU or CON Device if new extender units are connected
(default)
Function not active
Initial value of the automatic ID for real CPUs (default value: 1000)
Initial value of the automatic ID for virtual CPUs (default value: 2000)
Initial value of the automatic ID for real CONs (default value: 3000)
Initial value of the automatic ID for virtual CONs (default value: 4000)
OSD
Select Configuration > System in the main menu.
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You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-14. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-13. CONFIGURATION—SYSTEM
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4.4.3 ACCESS
The access configuration is set in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
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You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Force User Login
Enable User ACL
Enable Console ACL
Enable new User
Enable new CON
Auto Disconnect
OSD Timeout
Auto Logout deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
SELECTION activated deactivated activated
0-999 seconds
0-999 minutes
TABLE 4-15. ACCESS SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
The user has to login with a user name and a password once to enter the OSD.
The user remains logged in until he explicitly logs out or an auto logout occurs.
NOTE: When using the Force User Login function, console favorites and console macros still remain active.
Function not active (default)
CPU access is restricted according to the permissions in the ACL (Access Control List).
User login is required.
Switching by keyboard Hotkeys requires a prior login.
Function not active (default)
CPU access is restricted according to the permissions in the respective Console ACL
(Access Control List). No login required.
Function not active
Newly created users automatically receive access to all CPUs
Function not active (default)
Newly created CON Devices automatically receive access to all CPUs
Function not active (default)
Upon opening the OSD, the console will be automatically disconnected from the current CPU.
Function not active (default)
Period of inactivity after which OSD will be closed automatically.
Select 0 seconds for no timeout
(default: 0 seconds)
Period of inactivity of a logged-in user at a console after which he will be automatically logged out. There may be a disconnect because of the logout, depending on the defined rights in each CON and user ACL.
Select 0 minutes for an automatic user logout when leaving OSD.
Using the setting -1 allows the user to be logged in permanently, until a manual logout is executed.
The timer is not active as long as the OSD is open
(default: 0 minutes)
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Select Configuration > Access in the main menu.
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You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-16. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-15. CONFIGURATION—ACCESS
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FIGURE 4-16. SYSTEM—ACCESS
4.4.4 SWITCH
The configuration of the switching parameters is set in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
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FIELD
Video Sharing
Force Connect
Force Disconnect
CPU Auto Connect
CPU Timeout
Keyboard Connect
Mouse Connect
Release Time
SELECTION activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
0–999 minutes activated deactivated activated deactivated
0–999 seconds
TABLE 4-17. SWITCH SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
The user can switch to any CPU as an observer, including ones that are already assigned to another user (observer is without keyboard/mouse access).
NOTE: Switch with the <Space> key, not the <Enter> key.
The operator will not be informed if further users connect as an observer to the CPU that is connected to his console.
Function not active (default)
The user can connect to every single CPU as an operator, including ones that are related to another user.
NOTE: The previous user is set to video-only status.
To share K/M control, Force Connect has to be activated.
Function not active (default)
Extension of Force Connect: If the user connects as an operator to a CPU
already related to another user, the previous user will be disconnected.
NOTE: To share K/M control Force Disconnect has to be deactivated.
Function not active (default)
If a console is not connected to a CPU, you can establish an automatic connection to the next available CPU by pressing any key or mouse button.
Function not active (default)
Period of inactivity after which a console will be automatically disconnected from its current CPU (default value: 0 minutes)
Activate request of K/M control by keyboard event (key will be lost)
Function not active (default)
Activate request of K/M control by mouse event
Function not active (default)
Period of inactivity of a connected console after which K/M control can be requested by other consoles connected to the CPU.
NOTE: Set "0" for an immediate transfer in real-time.
Only one console can have keyboard and mouse control at the same time.
The other consoles that are connected to the same CPU have a video only status
(default value: 10 seconds)
NOTE: If the Keyboard Connect and/or Mouse Connect options are activated, the Release Time condition will have to be met until a new user will gain control.
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Select Configuration > Switch in the main menu.
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You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-18. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-17. CONFIGURATION—SWITCH
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4.4.5 NETWORK
The network configuration is set in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
DHCP
IP address
Subnet Mask
Gateway
API Service
FTP Server
Syslog #1/#2
Syslog Server #1/#2
LDAP
LDAP Server
LDAP Base DN
Trace activated deactivated
Byte
Byte
Byte activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
Byte activated deactivated
Byte
Text
SELECTION
DEB
INF
TABLE 4-19. NETWORK SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
The network settings are automatically supplied by a DNS server
NOTE: If DHCP is activated and there is no physical network connection available, the boot times might increase.
Function not active (default)
Input of the IP address, if DHCP is not active (default: 192.168.100.99)
Input of the subnet mask in the form “255.255.255.0” if DHCP is not active
(default: 255.255.255.0)
Input of the subnet mask in the form “192.168.1.1” if DHCP is not active
LAN interface at the Modular KVM Matrix Switch activated for access via Java tool
(API service port 5555)
Function not active
FTP server for transmission of configuration files activated
Function not active
Syslog server for status request is active
Function not active (default)
Input of the IP address of the Syslog servers in the form “192.168.1.1” and of the Syslog port (default: 514)
LDAP for the request of information from a user administration is active
Function not active (default)
Input of the IP address for the LDAP-Servers in the form "192.168.1.1" and the LDAP port (Default: 389)
Input of the LDAP Base DN according to the existing stucture of the user directory
Activate debug messages in Trace
(default: NO)
NOTE: The debug messages are exclusively for matrix diagnostics. They only should be activated after consultation with the manufacturer. Otherwise, increased data traffic might limit the performance of the CPU board.
Activate information messages in Trace
(default: NO)
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FIELD
Trace (continued)
Syslog #1/#2
NOT
WAR
ERR
DEB
INF
NOT
WAR
ERR
TABLE 4-19 (CONTINUED). NETWORK SETTINGS
SELECTION DESCRIPTION
Activate notification messages in Trace
(default: YES)
Activate warning messages in Trace
(default: YES)
Activate error messages in Trace
(default: YES)
Activate debug messages in Syslog
(default: NO)
NOTE: The debug messages are exclusively for matrix diagnostics. They only should be activated after consultation with the manufacturer. Otherwise, increased data traffic might limit the performance of the CPU board.
Activate information messages in Syslog
(default: NO)
Activate notification messages in Syslog
(default: YES)
Activate warning messages in Syslog
(default: YES)
Activate error messages in Syslog
(default: YES)
NOTE: Activate the modified network parameters by restarting the matrix.
CAUTION: Consult your system administrator before modifying the network parameters. Otherwise, unexpected results and failures can occur in combination with the network.
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Select Configuration > Network in the main menu.
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BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-20. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-19. CONFIGURATION—NETWORK
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RELEASE OF NETWORK PORTS
The following ports are used by the matrix depending on the configuration and have to be released at the security gateway, if necessary. The ports only will have to be released if you want to use the respective function.
TABLE 4-21. NETWORK PORTS
FUNCTION
FTP
DNS
SNTP
SNMP
LDAP
Syslog
API
Broadcast
Matrix-Grid
PORT
21
53
123
161/162
389
514
5555
5556
5557
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Select System > Networik in the task area.
FIGURE 4-20. SYSTEM—NETWORK
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4.4.6 DATE AND TIME
Date and Time are set in this menu, based on Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP).
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
SNTP Client
SNTP Server
Time Zone
Month
Date
Year
Day
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
SELECTION activated deactivated
Byte
Region
1–12
1–31
1–99
1–7
0–23
0–59
0–59
TABLE 4-22. DATE AND TIME SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
Enable network time server synchronization
Function not active (default)
Input of the SNTP server IP address (default: 000.000.000.000)
Set your specific time zone
Enter month
Enter date
Enter year
Enter day of week
Enter hour
Enter minutes
Enter seconds
NOTE: This is date format according to the English notation.
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Select Configuration > Date + Time in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-21. CONFIGURATION—DATE + TIME
To configure a time server, follow these steps:
1. Set the SNTP Client option to Y (Yes).
2. Enter the IP address of your SNTP server in the SNTP Server field.
3. Select your time zone in the Time Zone field.
4. Press the Okay button to confirm your settings.
5. Restart the matrix. The system time will be now provided by the SNTP server.
To set the real time clock without using SNTP, follow these steps:
1. Set the current date in the Date field.
2. Set the current Day in the Day field.
3. Set the current time in the Time field.
4. Press the RTC button to confirm your settings.
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Select System > Date + Time in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-22. CONFIGURATION—DATE + TIME
To configure a time server, follow these steps:
1. Enable SNTP option.
2. Enter the IP address of your SNTP server in the SNTP Server field.
3. Select your time zone in the Time Zone field.
4. Press the Apply button to confirm your settings.
5. Restart the matrix. The system time will be now provided by the SNTP server.
To set the real time clock without using SNTP, follow these steps:
1. Set the current date in the Date and Time field.
2. Set the current time in the Day and Time field.
3. Press the Apply button to set the system time.
4. Option: If you want to receive the time from your currently used computer, press the Get Local Time button.
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4.5 USER SETTINGS
You have the option to configure the following user settings.
4.5.1 USER
New users and their user settings and permissions are set in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Name
Password
Repeat Password
FTP
Power User
Super User
Administrator
LDAP User
SELECTION
Text
Text
Text activated desactivated activated desactivated activated desactivated activated desactivated activated desactivated
TABLE 4-23. USER SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
User name (case-sensitive)
User password (case-sensitive)
Repeat user password (case-sensitive)
Access permission via FTP. This setting is necessary for file access from the Java tool or any web browser.
Function not active (default).
User has user rights
Permission to switch consoles to CPUs in Extended Switching according to the CON or User ACL
Function not active
Permission to switch any console to any CPU in Extended Switching.
Function not active
Permission for system configuration and all switching operations
User has administrator rights
This setting is required for an online connection with the Java tool
Function not active
Permission to login via domain user
Function not active
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Select Configuration > User in the main menu.
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BUTTON
New
Edit
Delete
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-24. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Create a new user
Edit an existing user
Delete an existing user
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-23. CONFIGURATION—USER
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FIGURE 4-24. DEFINITION—USER
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New
Delete
Apply
Cancel
TABLE 4-25. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Open a new user configuration
Delete an existing user
Create a new user account
Reject changes
To configure user access rights for CPUs, follow these steps.
1. Select a user in the User list.
2. Click the right mouse button once on a CPU in one of the respective access lists (Full Access, Video Access and No Access).
Two lists for selection will appear in which you can move the respective CPU and change the access rights.
3. Confirm the configuration with the Apply button.
To create a new user, follow these steps.
1. Press the New button.
2. Select a template of an existing user if applicable (Choose template).
3. Press the OK button.
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4. Set a user name.
5. Set a password.
6. Set general access permissions.
7. Set user permissions for CPU access (paste function).
8. Set user favorites for OSD access.
9. Press the Apply button to save the new user settings.
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-26. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Add CPU to Full Access list
Add CPU to Video Access list
Add CPU to No Access list
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<F>
<V>
<N>
4.5.2 FAVORITE LIST USERS
Individual favorite lists of CPUs that will be switched frequently can be created for different users in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 16 different CPUs.
The switching of the favorites is done via hotkey using the keyboard (see Section 5.1.1).
You have the following options to access the menu.
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Select Assignments > User Favorites in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-25. ASSIGNMENTS—USER FAVORITES
To create a favorite list for your user, proceed as follows:
1. Select a CPU to be moved to the favorite list on the CPU Devices list. Press <a> to move a CPU Device to the favorite list.
Press <r> to remove a CPU.
2. The order of the CPU Devices within the favorite list can be changed by pressing <+> and <->.
3. Press the Save button to save the settings.
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FIGURE 4-26. DEFINITION—USER
To create a favorite list for any user, proceed as follows:
1. Select the CPUs in the CPU available list that should be added to the favorite list (CPU assigned). By pressing the <Ctrl> at the same time, more than one CPU Device can be marked.
2. Press the > button to move the marked CPU Devices to the favorite list. If you press the >> button, the first eight CPU Devices from the CPU available list will be moved to the favorite list (CPU assigned).
3. The order of marked CPU Devices within the favorite list can be changed by pressing <+> and <->.
4. To remove marked CPU Devices from the favorite list, press the < button. If you press the << button, all CPU Devices will be removed from the favorite list.
4.5.3 USER MACROS
In this menu, macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. Macro commands are created for each user separately.
A macro can execute up to 16 switching commands successively.
The execution of the macros is done via hotkey and the <F1>-<F16> function keys (see Section 5.1.3).
To execute user macros, the user has to be logged in to the matrix.
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You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Function (01–16)
P1
P2
TABLE 4-27. USER MACROS SETTINGS
SELECTION
Connect
(P1 = CON, P2 = CPU)
Connect Video
(P1=CON, P2=CPU)
Disconnect (P1=CON)
Logout User
Set Real CPU
(P1=VCPU, P2=RCPU)
Set Virtual CON
(P1=RCON, P2=VCON)
Push (P1=CON)
DESCRIPTION
Set bidirectional connection from console P1 to CPU P2
Set video connection from console P1 to CPU P2
Disconnect console P1
Logout current user
Assign a virtual CPU to a real CPU
Assign a real console to a virtual console
Push Video (P1=CON)
Get (P1=CON)
Get Video (P1=CON)
Login User console P2
CON or CPU Device
CPU or CPU Device
You have the following options to access the menu.
The user’s KVM connection is forwarded to console P1 and is changed to a video only connection.
The video signal of the current connection (KVM or video only) is forwarded to console
P1. The user’s connection remains unchanged (KVM or video only).
The user’s console gets a KVM connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1. The connection of console P1 is changed into a video only connection.
The user’s console gets a video only connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1. The connection of console P1 remains unchanged (KVM or video only).
Login a certain user P1 at console P2
Name of CON or CPU Device
Name of CPU or CPU Device
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Select Configuration > User Macros in the main menu and select the user for which a user macro will be created.
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FIGURE 4-27. CONFIGURATION—USER MACROS
To create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows:
1. Select in the Key field the function key (F1–F16) for which a macro has to be created.
2. Select the position in the Key list where a macro command is to be inserted.
3. Select a macro command in the Macro Data field.
4. Set the necessary parameters P1 and P2 (e.g., CON Devices or CPU Devices) for the selected macro command.
5. Confirm your selection by pressing <Enter> and repeat the process for further macro commands, if necessary.
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Select in the working area of the Definition > User menu the user for which macros are to be created and open the Macros tab.
FIGURE 4-28. DEFINITION—USER
To create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows:
1. Select in the Key field the function key (F1–F16) for which a macro has to be created.
2. Select in the Function column the commands that should be part of the macro. The selection list is opened by a double-click on the empty fields.
3. Select in the P1 and P2 columns the respective parameters for the macro functions (e.g. corresponding consoles and CPUs).
4. Confirm your selections by pressing the Apply button.
For an efficient macro configuration, the following context functions are available:
Via right-click on the Macros tab, macros can be assigned to other users by using the Assign Macros to ... function and can be copied from other users by using the Copy Macros from ... function.
Via right-click on the macro list, macros of the selected key can be copied into the cache by using the Copy Key Macros function.
You can paste the macros from the cache into a key by using the Paste Key Macros function and you can reset all macros of the selected key by using the Reset Key Macros function.
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4.6 EXTENDER SETTINGS
All extender units are managed in this menu. This includes the creation of new extender units and the deletion of existing extender units.
The extender unit describes the connection of an physical extender to the matrix. Every extender board with a direct cable connection to the matrix is recognized as an extender unit. Dual-Head KVM extenders will be recognized as two independent extender units.
NOTE: KVM Extenders automatically create extender units inside the matrix.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
ID
Name
Fixed
Port
SELECTION
Text
Text activated deactivated
1–288 (depending on the matrix)
TABLE 4-28. EXTENDER SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
Numerical value of the extender ID (KVM extenders: ID is provided by extender unit
[Serial No.] and cannot be changed)
Name of the extender unit
Create an extender unit with a fixed port assignment (default)
Function not active.
Port number of the extender unit
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FIGURE 4-29. CONFIGURATION—EXT UNITS
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New
Edit
Delete
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-29. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Create a new extender unit
Edit an existing extender unit
Delete an existing extender unit
Reject changes
Save changes
The settings fo the OSD Data are described in Section 4.11.2.
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FIGURE 4-30. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New
Delete
Apply
Cancel
TABLE 4-30. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Create a new extender unit
Delete an existing extender unit
Confirm changes of an extender unit
Reject changes
FLEXIBLE PORT EXTENDER UNITS
Extenders with auto-ID functionality are automatically recognized and cannot be created manually. This is the Flex Port function of the matrix.
CAUTION : The connection of a fixed port extender unit (e.g., USB 2.0) to a Flex-Port can cause unintended results.
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4.7 USB 2.0 EXTENDER
This section helps you to configure and use your USB 2.0 extenders. These extenders will have to be connected to standard I/O boards in this case. USB 2.0 extenders can be configured for independent switching or can be assigned to already existing KVM extenders.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
OSD
Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu.
FIGURE 4-31. CONFIGURATION—EXT UNITS
1. To configure a USB 2.0 extender unit, press the New button. An extender with an eight-digit ID will be created, starting with digit 9.
2. Assign an appropriate name to the extender in the Name field.
3. Enter the port number of the matrix physically connected to the USB 2.0 extender unit into the Port field.
4. To configure the created extender as a CON Unit, set the USB-CON (standalone) option to Y (C#1 in the Input Signals column) and confirm by pressing the Okay button.
5. To configure the created extender as a CON Unit, set the USB-CPU (standalone) option to Y (C#1 in the Output Signals column) and confirm by pressing the Okay button.
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6. To create an individually switchable Device for the USB 2.0 CON extender, select Configuration > CON Devices and press the New R button. Alternatively, you can assign the USB 2.0 CON extender to an already existing CON Device. For this purpose, select the Device and move the USB 2.0 CON extender from the EXT available field into the EXT assigned field.
7. Give an appropriate name to the new Device in the Name field.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all USB 2.0 CPU extenders in the Configuration > CPU Devices menu.
9. If you use parallel operation within the matrix, set the Release Time in the Configuration > Switch menu to 10 seconds or more
(see Section 4.11.6).
10. Restart all I/O boards on which USB 2.0 extenders have been configured or alternatively restart the matrix.
The USB 2.0 extenders are now configured and can be used.
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FIGURE 4-32. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
1. Press the New button. A popup window opens.
2. Select (Templates) in the selection box, if you want to use a template for a USB 2.0 CON Unit (USB CON Unit) or a USB 2.0 CPU
Unit (USB CPU Unit). An extender with an eight-digit ID will be created, starting with digit 9.
3. Give an appropriate name to the extender in the Name field.
4. Enter the port number of the matrix physically connected to the USB 2.0 extender unit into the Port field.
5. Confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
6. The USB 2.0 CON extender now has to be either assigned to an existing CON Device in the menu Definition > CON Devices or a new CON Device has to be created for the assignment by pressing the New button.
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7. The USB 2.0 CPU extender now has to be either assigned to an existing CON Device in the Definition > CPU Devices menu or a new CON Device has to be created for the assignment by pressing the New button.
8. If you use parallel operation within the matrix, set the Release Time in the Configuration > Switch menu to 10 seconds or more
(see Section 4.11.6).
9. Restart all I/O boards on which USB 2.0 extenders have been configured or alternatively restart the matrix.
The USB 2.0 extenders are now configured and can be used.
NOTE: Created extender units are always set as fixed-port extenders. This configuration is necessary if you want to switch, e.g. USB 2.0 connections via the matrix.
NOTE: To make a fixed port available again for Flex-Port extender units after deleting a fixed-port extender unit, you must restart the I/O board.
4.8 EXTENDERS FOR UNI I/O BOARDS (USB 2.0/USB 3.0)
This section will help you to configure and use your USB 2.0/3.0 extenders. To use USB 3.0 extenders, you need at least one UNI
I/O board and SFP modules based on 6.25 Gbit/s for the matrix.
You have the following options to configure the system:
OSD
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Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-33. CONFIGURATION—EXT UNITS
1. Insert the SFP modules into the matrix and connect the extenders according to the required application.
One extender will be created for each SFP module in the EXT Units list. The appropriate names always start with “UNI.”
2. To configure a CON Unit, select one of the extenders in the EXT Units list that are physically connected to a USB CON Unit.
3. Edit the extender by setting the USB-CON (standalone) option in the Input Signals field to Y for C#1. Set also the Universal-CPU option in the Output Signals field to N for C#1.
4. To configure a CPU Unit, select one of the extenders in the Ext Units list that are physically connected to a USB CPU Unit.
5. Edit the extender by setting the USB-CPU (standalone) option in the Output Signals field to Y for C#1. Set also the Universal-CPU option in the Input Signals field to N for C#1.
6. The edited EXT Units for the respective USB CON Units now have to be either assigned to an existing CON Device or you have to create a new CON Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CON Devices menu.
7. The edited EXT Units for the respective USB CPU Units now have to be either assigned to an existing CPU Device or you have to create a new CPU Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CPU Devices menu.
8. If you use parallel operation within the matrix, set the Release Time in the Configuration > Switch menu to 10 seconds or more.
9. Restart the matrix.
The USB extenders are completely configured now and can be used.
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FIGURE 4-34. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
1. Insert the SFP modules into the matrix and connect the extender according to the required application.
One extender will be created for each SFP module in the Ext Units list. The appropriate names always start with “UNI.”
2. To configure a CON Unit, select one of the extenders in the Ext Units list that are physically connected to a USB CON Unit.
3. Select the item UNI CON USB in the Type selection box of the Extender Type tab and confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
4. Restart the I/O board upon request in the popup window by pressing the Yes button.
5. To configure a CPU Unit, select one of the extenders in the Ext Units list that are physically connected to a USB CPU Unit.
6. Select the item UNI CPU USB in the Type selection box of the Extender Type tab and confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
7. Restart the I/O board upon request in the popup window by pressing the Yes button.
8. The edited EXT Units for the respecting USB CON Units now have to be either assigned to an existing CON Device
or you have to create a new CON Device by using the New button for an assignment in the Definition > CON Devices menu.
9. The edited EXT Units for the respecting USB CPU Units now have to be either assigned to an existing CPU Device
or you have to create a new CPU Device by using the New button for an assignment in the Definition > CPU Devices menu.
10. If you use parallel operation within the matrix, set the Release Time in the System > Switch menu to 10 s or more ().
The USB extenders are completely configured now and can be used.
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4.9 CONFIGURATION OF SDI
This section will help you to configure the matrix for the use of SDI. Using SDI requires at least one I/O board and appropriate SFP modules according to the SDI video signal to be used.
OSD
OSD
Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-35. CONFIGURATION—EXT UNITS
1. Insert the SFP modules into the matrix. One extender will be created for each SFP module in the EXT Units list. The appropriate names always start with “UNI.”
2. To configure an SDI input, select one of the extenders in the EXT Units list that corresponds to the respective SFP and is intended to be used as input.
3. Edit the extender by setting the Universal-CPU option in the Output Signals field to Y for C#1. Set also the Universal-CON option in the Input Signals field to N for C#1.
4. To configure an SDI output, select one of the extenders in the EXT Units list that corresponds to the respective SFP and is intended to be used as output.
5. Edit the extender by setting the Universal-CON option in the Input Signals field to Y for C#1. Set also the Universal-CPU option in the Output Signals field to N for C#1.
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6. The edited EXT Units for the SDI inputs now have to be either assigned to an existing CPU Device or you have to create a new CPU Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CPU Devices menu.
7. The edited EXT Units for the SDI outputs now have to be either assigned to an existing CON Device or you have to create a new CON Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CON Devices menu.
8. Restart the Matrix.
The SDI inputs and outputs are completely configured now and can be used.
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Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area.
FIGURE 4-36. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
1. Insert the SFP modules into the matrix.
One extender will be created for each SFP module in the EXT Units list. The appropriate names always start with “UNI.”
2. To configure an SDI input, select one of the extenders in the EXT Units list that corresponds to the respective SFP and is intended to be used as input.
3. Select the item UNI CPU in the Type selection box of the Extender Type tab and confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
4. Restart the I/O board upon request in the popup window by pressing the Yes button.
5. To configure an SDI output, select one of the extenders in the EXT Units list that corresponds to the respective SFP and is intended to be used as output.
6. Select the item UNI CON in the Type selection box of the Extender Type tab and confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
7. Restart the I/O board upon request in the popup window by pressing the Yes button.
8. The edited EXT Units for the SDI inputs now have to be either assigned to an existing CPU Device or you have to create a new CPU Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CPU Devices menu.
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9. The edited EXT Units for the SDI outputs now have to be either assigned to an existing CON Device or you have to create a new CON Device by using the New R. button for an assignment in the Configuration > CON Devices menu.
The SDI inputs and outputs are completely configured now and can be used.
4.10 CPU SETTINGS
New CPU Devices are configured in this menu including their assignment to extenders.
The assignment helps to describe and switch more complex computer configurations (e.g. Quad-Head with USB 2.0) in the matrix.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
ID
Name
Virtual Device
Allow Private
Force Private
Fix Frame
SELECTION
Text
Text activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
TABLE 4-31. CPU SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
ID of the CPU Unit (see Section 4.4.2)
Name of the CPU Device
Create new CPU Device as a virtual one
Function not active (default)
Allow switching to the respective CPU Device in Private Mode
Function not active (default)
Force switching to the respective CPU only in Private Mode
Function not active (default)
Force showing a red frame when switching to the respective CPU
Function not active (default)
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FIGURE 4-37. CONFIGURATION—CPU DEVICES
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New R.
New V.
Edit
Delete
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-32. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Create a new real CPU device
Create a new virtual CPU device
Edit an existing CPU device
Delete an existing CPU device
Reject changes
Save changes
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FIGURE 4-38. DEFINITION—CPU DEVICES
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New
Delete
Apply
Cancel
>
>>
<
<<
TABLE 4-33. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Open a new CPU device
Delete a new CPU device
Confirm a created CPU device
Reject changes
Assign selected extender units
Assign all available extender units
Remove selected extender units
Remove all extender units
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-34. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Change assignment number of EXT unit upwards
Change assignment number of EXT unit downwards
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<+>
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To create a new CPU Device, proceed as follows:
1. Press the New button.
2. Select a real CPU (Create a real CPU) or a virtual CPU (Create a virtual CPU) or a template of an existing CPU (Choose template).
NOTE: A template can only be used if there is at least one existing CPU Device.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Determine all parameters that are relevant for the CPU.
5. To confirm the new CPU, press the Apply button.
To access a new CPU via matrix, an assignment of one or more CPU type extender units is required. Proceed as follows:
1. Select the new CPU in the CPU Devices list.
2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender available list.
3. Perform the assignment by pressing the > button. To assign all available extenders to the CPU, press the >> button.
The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list.
4. Confirm the assignment by pressing the Apply button.
To remove an extender assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select a CPU in the CPU Devices list.
2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender assigned list.
3. Remove the assignment with the < button. To remove all existing assignments, press the << button.
4. Confirm the removal with the Apply button.
4.11 CONSOLE SETTINGS
You have the option to perform the following console settings.
4.11.1 CON DEVICES
New CON Devices are created in this menu including access rights and assignment to extenders.
You have the following options to access the menu.
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You can select the following settings.
FIELD
ID
Name
Virtual Device
Allow User ACL
Force Login
LOS Frame
Allow CPU Scan
Force CPU scan
Scan Time
Port Mode
Redundancy OFF
SELECTION
Text
Text activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
0-99 seconds activated deactivated activated deactivated
TABLE 4-35. CON DEVICES SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
ID of the CON Unit (see Section 4.4.2)
Name of the CON Device
Create new CON Device as a virtual one
Function not active (default)
Allow activation of the User ACL at the local console
Function not active (default)
Force user login at this CON Device
Function not active (default)
When the video signal between source (computer, CPU) and the CPU Unit or the connection between matrix and the CON Unit is lost, an orange frame will be displayed.
When switching to a CPU without video signal, a blank screen will appear surrounded by an orange frame.
Function not active (default)
Allow a scan mode with an automatic change of the video signal for the favorite list
(CPU Devices) of the respective console or a logged in user
Function not active (default)
Force a scan mode with an automatic change of the video signal for the favorite list
(CPU Devices) of the respective console or a logged in user
Function not active (default)
Retention period until switching to the next CPU Device
The favorite list will be replaced by a port list where the ports from 1-99 can be directly selected at each matrix.
NOTE: The selection only works for CPU Devices and has to be made according to the switching of favorites.
When using the Port Mode, CON and User favorites will be deactivated
Function not active (default)
Function not active
Automatically switch to the second link of a connected redundant CON Unit when losing the primary link of a CPU Unit (default)
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FIGURE 4-39. CONFIGURATION—CON DEVICES
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New R.
New V.
Edit
Delete
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-36. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Create a real console
Create a virtual console
Edit an existing console
Delete an existing console
Reject changes
Save changes
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FIGURE 4-40. DEFINITION—CON DEVICES
You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
New
Delete
Apply
Cancel
>
>>
<
<<
TABLE 4-37. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Open a new CON device
Delete a new CON device
Confirm a created CON device
Reject changes
Assign selected extender units
Assign all available extender units
Remove the selected extender units
Remove all extender units
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-38. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Decrease assignment number of EXT unit
Increase assignment number of EXT unit
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<+>
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To create a new console, proceed as follows:
1. Press the New button.
2. Select a real console (Create a real Console) or a virtual console (Create a virtual Console) or a template of an existing console
(Choose template).
NOTE: A template can only be used if there is at least one existing CON Device.
3. Press the OK button.
4. Determine all parameters that are relevant for the console.
5. To confirm a created console, press the Apply button.
To run a CPU via a matrix, one or more CON Units (extender) must be assigned. To place an assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select the console in the CON Devices list that has to be assigned to an extender.
2. Select the extender in the Extender available list that should be assigned to the CON.
3. Perform the assignment by pressing the > button. To assign all available extenders to the console, press the >> button.
The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list.
4. Confirm the assignment by pressing the Apply button.
To remove an extender assignment, proceed as follows:
1. Select the console in the CON Devices list to be modified.
2. Select the extender(s) in the Extender assigned list to be removed.
3. Remove the assignment with the < button. To remove all existing assignments, press the << button.
4. Confirm the changes by pressing the Apply button.
To configure CPU access rights of consoles, proceed as follows:
1. Select a console in the CON Devices list.
2. Open the CPU Access Control tab.
3. Assign new access rights by using the right mouse button or the respective keyboard commands.
4. Confirm the configuration by pressing the Apply button.
You can select the following keyboard commands.
TABLE 4-39. KEYBOARD COMMANDS
FUNCTION
Add CPU to Full Access list
Add CPU to Video Access list
Add CPU to No Access list
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<F>
<V>
<N>
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4.11.2 MOUSE AND KEYBOARD
The OSD configuration for mouse and keyboard is made in this menu.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Hor. Speed 1/x
Ver. Speed 1/x
Double Click
Keyboard layout
Video Mode
TABLE 4-40. MOUSE AND KEYBOARD SETTINGS
SELECTION DESCRIPTION
1–9
1–9
100–800
Adjustment of the horizontal mouse speed, 1 = slow, 9 = fast (default value: 4)
Adjustment of the vertical mouse speed, 1 = slow, 9 = fast (default value: 5)
Adjustment of the time slot for a double click (default value: 200 ms)
Region Set the OSD keyboard layout according to the used keyboard (default: German [DE])
Variable or specific resolution Resolution that is used when opening OSD
NOTE: The mouse and keyboard settings are console specific and can be set separately for each console.
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You can select the following buttons.
BUTTON
Cancel
Save
TABLE 4-41. BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Reject changes
Save changes
FIGURE 4-41. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
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FIGURE 4-42. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
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4.11.3 EXTENDER OSD
In this menu, the settings for the Extender OSD can be adjusted. These are local settings that can be made individually for each console.
You can select the following Extender OSD settings.
FIELD
Enable CPU Selection List
Enable Connection Info
Update Connection Info
Display Time
Horizontal Position
Vertical Position
SELECTION activated deactivated activated deactivated activated deactivated
0–999 seconds
10 pixels
10 pixels
TABLE 4-42. EXTENDER OSD SETTINGS
DESCRIPTION
When executing the key sequence for opening the OSD, a selection list for switching
CPU Devices will be displayed in the center of the monitor. Pressing the <F7> button within the selection list opens the standard OSD.
Function not active (default)
Enable Extender OSD (default: YES)
Function not active
Update connection changes during fade-in of Extender OSD (default: YES)
Function not active
Duration of OSD fade-in (default: 10)
Horizontal OSD position (default: -2)
Vertical OSD position (default: 2)
NOTE: When setting the horizontal OSD position, a prefixed minus describes the orientation to the right edge of the monitor, e.g. -2 means 2 x 10 = 20 pixels to this edge. When setting a vertical position, a prefixed minus describes the orientation to the bottom edge of the monitor.
If the Update Connections function is deactivated, the Extender OSD only appears when switching via OSD.
You have the following options to access the menu.
OSD
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FIGURE 4-43. CONFIGURATION—EXT UNITS
To change the Extender OSD settings, proceed as follows:
1. Select the console extender in the EXT Units list whose Extender OSD settings has to be adjusted.
2. When confirming the selection by pressing <Enter>, the respective console extender will be enabled for editing.
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Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area.
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FIGURE 4-44. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
To change the Extender OSD settings, proceed as follows:
1. Select the console extender in the EXT Units list for which the Extender OSD settings are to be adjusted.
2. Open the Extender OSD Data tab.
3. Adjust the desired settings and confirm your changes by pressing the Apply button.
4.11.4 FAVORITE LIST CONSOLES
Individual favorite lists of CPUs to be switched frequently can be created for all consoles in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 16 different CPUs.
The switching of the favorites is done via hotkey using the keyboard (see Section 5.1.1).
You have the following options to access the menu.
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Select Assignments > CON Favorites in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-45. ASSIGNMENTS—CON FAVORITES
To create a favorite list for your own console, proceed as follows:
1. Select a CPU to be moved to the favorite list on the CPU Devices list. Press <a> to move a CPU Device to the favorite list.
Press <r> to remove a CPU from the favorite list.
2. The order of the CPU devices within the favorite list can be changed by pressing <+> and <->.
3. Press the Save button to save the settings.
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Select the user in the working area of the CON Devices menu for the favorite list and open the Favorites tab.
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FIGURE 4-46. DEFINITION—CON DEVICES
To create a favorite list for any console, proceed as follows:
1. Select the CPUs in the CPU available list that should be added to the favorite list (CPU assigned). At the same time, multiple CPU
Devices can be marked by pressing and holding <Ctrl>.
2. Press the > button to move the marked CPU Devices to the favorite list. If you press the >> button, the first eight CPU Devices from the list will be moved to the favorite list (CPU assigned).
3. To change the order of marked CPU Devices within the favorite list, press <+> and <->.
4. To remove marked CPU Devices from the favorite list, press the < button. If you press the << button, all CPU Devices will be removed from the favorite list.
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4.11.5 CONSOLE MACROS
In this menu, macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. The macro commands are created for each console separately.
A macro can execute up to 16 switching commands successively.
The execution of the macros is done via hotkey and the function keys <F1>-<F16> (see Section 5.1.3).
You can select the following settings.
FIELD
Function (01–16)
P1
P2
TABLE 4-43. CONSOLE MACROS SETTINGS
SELECTION
Connect
(P1 = CON, P2 = CPU)
Connect Video
(P1=CON, P2=CPU)
Disconnect (P1=CON)
Logout User
Set Real CPU
(P1=VCPU, P2=RCPU)
Set Virtual CON
(P1=RCON, P2=VCON)
Push (P1=CON)
DESCRIPTION
Set bidirectional connection from console P1 to CPU P2
Set video connection from console P1 to CPU P2
Disconnect console P1
Logout current user
Assign a virtual CPU to a real CPU
Assign a real console to a virtual console
Push Video (P1=CON)
Get (P1=CON)
Get Video (P1=CON)
Login User
CON or CPU Device
CPU or CPU Device
The user’s KVM connection is forwarded to console P1 and is changed to a video only connection.
The video signal of the current connection (KVM or video only) is forwarded to console
P1. The user’s connection remains unchanged (KVM or video only).
The console gets a KVM connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console
P1. The connection of console P1 is changed into a video only connection.
The console gets a video only connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1. The connection of console P1 remains unchanged (KVM or video only).
Login a certain user P1 at console P2
Name of CON or CPU Device
Name of CPU or CPU Device
You have the following options to access the menu.
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Select via Configuration > CON Macros in the main menu the console for which a console macro is to be created.
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FIGURE 4-47. CONFIGURATION—CON MACROS
To create a macro for the selected console, proceed as follows:
1. Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro should be created.
2. Select the respective place on the list (1-16) the key that should be set with a macro key.
3. Select for the highlighted position on the list a macro command in the Macro Data field.
4. Set the necessary parameters P1 and P2 (e.g. CON Devices or CPU Devices) for the selected macro command.
5. Confirm your inputs by pressing <Enter> and repeat the process for further macro commands, if necessary.
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Select the console in the working area of the Definition > CON Devices menu for which a macro has to be created and open the Macros tab.
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FIGURE 4-48. DEFINITION—CON DEVICES
To create a macro for the selected console, proceed as follows:
1. Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro has to be created.
2. Select in the Function column the commands that should be part of the macro. The selection list will be opened by a double-click on the empty fields.
3. Select the respective parameters for the macro functions (e.g. corresponding consoles and CPUs) in the P1 and P2 columns.
4. Confirm your inputs by pressing the Apply button.
For an efficient macro configuration, the following context functions are available:
When clicking on the Macros tab, macros can be assigned to other consoles by using the Assign Macros to ... function and can be copied from other consoles by using the Copy Macros from ... function.
When clicking on the macro list, macros of the selected key can be copied into the cache by using the Copy Key Macros function.
You can paste the macros from the cache into a key by using the Paste Key Macros function and you can reset all macros of the selected key by using the Reset Key Macros function.
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4.11.6 SHARED OPERATION
This menu enables shared operation of a CPU Device by two or more CON Devices. A CPU Device can be controlled by only one CON
Device at a time but can be taken over successively by other CON Devices. Control of a CPU Unit by a CON Unit is relinquished after the expiration of an inactivity timer associated with the controlling CON Device. The mouse or keyboard may also be used to take control.
To allow a smooth and accurate function of the shared operation, you should use identical mice and keyboards.
They should be connected to the same USB-HID ports of each CON Unit.
The alternative is using USB-HID Ghosting (see Section 5.11).
When taking over control within 10 seconds, any assigned USB 2.0 / 3.0 extenders, if available, will not be switched because of security and stability aspects.
You have the following options to configure shared operation.
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Select via Configuration > Switch in the main menu.
FIGURE 4-49. CONFIGURATION—SWITCH
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To configure shared operation, proceed as follows:
1. Activate the Enable Video Sharing function.
2. Activate the Force Connect function.
3. Activate the Keyboard Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard event should be possible.
4. Activate the Mouse Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard movement should be possible.
5. Define a Release Time of inactivity (0–999 sec.) after which control can be taken over.
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Select via System > Switch in the task area.
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FIGURE 4-50. SYSTEM—SWITCH
To configure shared operation, proceed as follows:
1. Activate the Enable Video Sharing function.
2. Activate the Force Connect function.
3. Activate the Keyboard Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard event is to be permitted.
4. Activate the Mouse Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard movement should be possible.
5. Define a Release Time of inactivity (0 - 999 sec.) after which control can be taken over.
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4.11.7 MULTI-SCREEN CONTROL
This menu configures the USB-HID switching operation, allowing a CON Device with several monitors to control several connected sources (computers, CPUs). Smooth switching can be performed for up to four connected sources by dragging the mouse pointer beyond the respective monitor to an adjacent one.
Monitors can be arranged side-by-side or in a grid layout.
CAUTION : When using sources (computers, CPUs) in multi-head operation (e.g. dual-head), switching only works manually via keyboard commands. Noncompliance may have a negative influence on the stability of the system.
When using CON Units with the possibility to connect a local source (computer, CPU) in a Multi-Screen Control environment, the local switching will be disabled.
NOTE : To enable Multi-Screen Control, all Extender Units assigned to the related CON Device, must be physically connected to the same block of 4 ports on the I/O board of the matrix.
CON Units that have been already configured for Multi-Screen Control can be connected together to other blocks of 4 ports.
In this case, any further configuration is not necessary; their functionality will remain as set previously.
You have the following options to access the menu.
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Select Assignments > Multi-Screen Control in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-51. ASSIGNMENTS—MULTI-SCREEN CONTROL
To configure the Multi-Screen Control, proceed as follows:
1. In the Arrangement field, select the layout for the CON Device you want to configure (1 x 4 or 2 x 2). The fields for the configuration of the individual displays will be arranged accordingly.
2. Activate Manual option, if USB-HID switching is to be restricted to keyboard commands (see Section 5.6). Manual switching allows the use of multi-head consoles.
3. Ensure that the Enabled option is set to Y on all displays in order to activate the respective display for Multi-Screen Control.
4. Select one or more control displays within the CON Device by setting the Control function to Y in the display field. Control displays are referred to the extender units within the Multi-Screen Control that are connected to keyboard and mouse.
5. When using the Owner function, you can determine which control display is permitted for USB-HID switching to the different displays. Select that display from the list. To make a display accessible to all neighboring control displays, set the Owner function to shared.
6. Use the Frame function to configure a red frame that shows the current display with mouse control after the expiration of a selectable timer. The frame to fade in can be individually activated by using a timer >0 seconds.
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Select Assignment > Multi-Screen Control in the task area.
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FIGURE 4-52. ASSIGNMENTS—MULTI-SCREEN CONTROL
To configure the Multi-Screen Control, proceed as follows:
1. Select the block of four ports in the list of the working area that should be configured for Multi-Screen Control. Only blocks of four ports that contain at least one CON Unit are shown.
2. Activate Manual option, if the USB-HID switching is to be restricted to keyboard commands (see Section 5.6). Manual switching allows the use of multi-head consoles.
3. In the Arrangement field, select the layout for the CON Devices you want to configure (1 x 4 or 2 x 2). The fields for the configuration of the individual displays will be arranged accordingly.
4. Select one or more control displays within the CON Device by setting the Control function to Y in the respective display field.
Control displays are referred to the extender units within the Multi-Screen Control that are connected to keyboard and mouse.
5. When using the Owner function, you can determine which control display is permitted for USB-HID switching to the different displays. Select that display from the list. To make a display accessible for all neighboring control displays, set the Owner function to shared.
6. Use the Frame function to configure a red frame that shows the current display with mouse control after the expiration of a selectable timer. The frame to fade-in can be individually activated by using a timer >0 seconds.
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4.12 SAVING AND LOADING CONFIGURATIONS
You have the option to set the following administration of configurations.
4.12.1 ACTIVE CONFIGURATION
You have the following option to access the menu.
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Select Configuration > Save in the main menu.
By selecting this menu item, the active configuration of the matrix is saved to the permanent matrix memory. By default, the last configuration that has been saved in this way will be restored after a restart of the matrix.
NOTE: Changing or saving configurations blocks the matrix memory and leads to a freeze of all OSD menus for a few seconds.
The switching connections are not affected by this freeze.
If you select Auto Save within the system settings, an additional automatic saving of the configuration will be periodically performed
(see Secton 4.3.2).
4.12.2 SAVING CONFIGURATION (INTERNAL)
In this menu, the current matrix configuration is saved to predefined storage locations. However, it does not replace the buffering of configuration (see Section 4.12.1).
You have the following options to access the menu.
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In Active, the name and detailed information of the current configuration are shown. This configuration can be saved.
In Default and File #1 to File #8, the name and detailed information of the respective saved configuration are shown. These storage locations can be overwritten.
The storage location to be overwritten by the current configuration must be selected explicitly.
The current configuration will be saved to this storage location and will be shown immediately in the menu. The previously saved configuration saved to this storage location is deleted.
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You have the possibility to save the created configuration within eight storage locations in the matrix (File #1 – File #8).
Additionally, a configuration can also be saved as default configuration.
1. Select Configuration > Save As… in the main menu.
2. Select the required storage location (File #1 – File #8) or Default.
FIGURE 4-53. CONFIGURATION—SAVE AS
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To save the configuration into the matrix memory, proceed as follows:
1. Select File > Upload in the menu bar.
2. Enter the IP address of the matrix, your user name and your password and press the Next button to confirm your inputs.
3. Select the storage location where the configuration will be saved (default or config01–config08) and press the OK button to confirm.
FIGURE 4-54. FILE—UPLOAD
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4.12.3 LOADING CONFIGURATION (INTERNAL)
Previously saved configurations are loaded in this menu.
You have the following options to load configurations from files.
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In Active, the currently loaded configuration is displayed.
In addition to the default configuration, up to eight further configurations can be loaded.
The selection of the configuration to be loaded can be made between eight personalizable configurations and the default settings.
The selected configuration is immediately loaded and displayed in the menu as Active. The previously active configuration is deleted.
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1. Select Configuration > Open in the main menu.
2. Select the desired configuration.
3. Load the configuration by pressing <Enter>.
FIGURE 4-55. CONFIGURATION—OPEN
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1. Select Administration > Activate Configuration during online mode in the task area.
2. Select the desired configuration.
3. Load the configuration by pressing the Activate button.
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FIGURE 4-56. ADMINISTRATION—ACTIVATE CONFIGURATION
4.12.4 SAVING CONFIGURATIONS (EXTERNAL)
Configurations can be saved as files that can be stored independent of the matrix.
You have the following option to access the menu.
1. Select File > Save As in the menu bar.
2. Enter a name for the configuration.
3. Select the directory of the configuration on your storage medium where it is to be saved.
NOTE: Configurations are always saved in a file with the ending dtc.
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FIGURE 4-57. FILE—SAVE AS
4.12.5 LOADING CONFIGURATIONS (EXTERNAL)
Externally saved configurations are opened and activated in this menu.
You have the following option to load configurations from files.
1. Select File > Open… during offline mode and select the storage location of the configuration file that has to be opened.
2. Open the configuration by pressing the Open button.
3. Select File > Upload in the menu bar to transfer the opened configuration to the matrix. Enter the necessary parameters.
4. Select Matrix > Connect in the menu bar to make a connection between the matrix and the Java tool. Enter the necessary parameters.
5. Select Administration > Activate Configuration and select the configuration to be activated.
6. Confirm the process with the Activate button.
The opened configuration is activated.
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FIGURE 4-58. FILE—OPEN
4.13 EXPORT AND IMPORT OPTIONS
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch offers the ability to read out available configuration lists (extender, CPUs, consoles and users) for export and import again via Java tool. You have the following option to handle configuration lists.
Exported configuration lists are always saved in .csv format that allows offline editing with common spreadsheet applications.
You have the following option to export or import configuration lists:
4.13.1 EXPORT OPTIONS
Configuration lists are exported in this menu. In order to export, proceed as follows:
1. Select File > Export in the menu bar.
2. After opening the menu, select the list to export (Extender, CPU, Console or User).
3. Select the storage location for the export file.
4. Confirm the export with the Finish button.
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FIGURE 4-59. FILE—EXPORT
4.13.2 IMPORT OPTIONS
Configuration lists are imported in this menu. To import, proceed as follows:
1. Select File > Import in the menu bar of an offline configuration.
2. After opening the menu, select the list to import (Extender, CPU, Console or User).
3. Select the directory of the list to import.
4. Confirm the import with the Finish button.
NOTE: Importing configuration lists is only possible in offline configurations.
FIGURE 4-60. FILE—IMPORT
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4.14 MATRIX CASCADING
This simple method of cascading allows a switchable connection between two matrices via Tie Lines.
The Matrix Cascading does not require Bundle 4.
This kind of configuration may become necessary if the number of ports in the entire system has to be increased or if certain important connections should be distributed to several matrices because of redundancy.
The Tie Lines are unidirectional and can only be used in one direction according to their configuration. For bidirectional use of cascading, you have to configure opposite Tie Lines.
To connect Tie Lines to the matrices, you have to create intended Master/Slave CON and Master/Slave CPU Devices that have to be switched within the cascaded environment.
You have the following options to configure Matrix Cascading:
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GENERAL PREPARATION
1. Define a Master Matrix. All further matrices will be configured as Sub Matrices in the configuration process.
2. Ensure that the Tie Lines will only be connected after finishing the configuration.
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Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu of the master matrix.
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1. Press the New button. A new Extender Unit will be created that is needed for the connection of Tie Lines.
2. Enter an appropriate extender name into the Name field.
3. Enter a port number into the Port field according to the required connection of the Tie Line.
4. If the Tie Line should be directed from the Sub to the Master, set the Cascade-CON option to Y (C#1) in the Input Signals column.
If the Tie Line should be directed from the Master to the Sub, set the Cascade-CPU option to Y (C#1) in the Output Signals column.
5. Save your settings by pressing the Okay button.
6. If you have created a Master/Slave CON Unit, select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu of the master matrix and press the New R button. A switchable CON Device will be created.
7. If you have created a Master/Slave CPU Unit, select Configuration > CPU Devices in the main menu of the master matrix and press the New R button. A switchable CPU Device will be created.
8. Enter an appropriate Device name into the Name field.
9. Assign the previously configured Extender Unit to the just created Device by moving the Extender Unit from the Ext available field into the Ext assigned field and save your settings.
10. Repeat steps 1 to 9 for the Sub Matrix.
11. Select Configuration > System in the main menu of the Sub Matrix and set the Sub Matrix option to Y.
The OSD of the Sub Matrix will immediately freeze and will be only accessible by using the keyboard command <Hotkey>, <s>,
<o>.
12. Restart all I/O boards on which any Master/Slave CON or CPU Units have been configured or alternatively restart the matrix.
13. Connect the Tie Lines to the matrices. Ensure that each Master/Slave CON on one matrix is connected to Master/Slave CPU on the other matrix to achieve switchability between two matrices.
The Matrix Casacading is now configured and can be used. Additional Tie Lines are configured accordingly. The use of cascading is described in Section 5.1.4.
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1. Connect to the Master Matrix and activate the Online Configuration Mode.
2. Select the menu Definition > EXT Units in the task area and press the New button. A popup window opens.
FIGURE 4-62. DEFINITION—EXT UNITS
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3. If the Tie Line should be directed from the Sub to the Master, select Master/Slave CON Unit in the Choose Extender Type selection box. If the Tie Line should be directed from the Sub to the Master, select Master/Slave CPU Unit in the Choose Extender
Type selection box.
4. Enter an appropriate extender name into the Name field.
5. Enter a port number into the Port field according to the required connection of the Tie Line.
6. Confirm your settings by pressing the Apply button.
7. If you have created a Master/Slave CON Unit, select Definition > CON Devices in the task area of the master matrix and press the New button. A switchable CON Device will be created.
8. If you have created a Master/Slave CPU Unit, select Definition > CPU Devices in the task area of the Master Matrix and press the New button. A switchable CPU Device will be created.
9. Enter an appropriate extender name into the Name field.
10. Assign the previously configured Extender Unit to the just created Device by moving the Extender Unit from the Extender available field into the Extender assigned field and save your settings by pressing the Apply button.
11. Connect to the Sub Matrix and repeat steps 1 to 10.
12. Select System > System Data in the task area of the Sub Matrix and activate the Sub Matrix option.
The OSD of the Sub Matrix will immediately freeze and will be only accessible by using the keyboard command <Hotkey>, <s>, <o>.
13. Restart all I/O boards on which any Master/Slave CON or CPU Units have been configured or alternatively restart the matrix.
14. Connect the Tie Lines to the matrices. Ensure that each Master/Slave CON on one matrix is connected to Master/Slave CPU on the other matrix in order to achieve switchability between two matrices.
The Matrix Cascading is now configured and can be used. Additional Tie Lines are configured accordingly. The use of cascading is described in Section 5.1.4.
4.15 MATRIX GRID
In this menu, you can configure a Matrix Grid to connect two or more matrices. This kind of configuration may be necessary if the number of ports in the entire system has to be increased or if certain important connections should be distributed to several matrices because of redundancy.
The connections between two matrices have to be established by Grid Lines that are connected between particular I/O ports as connecting links. The Grid Lines can be used bidirectionally and can respectively handle a full access connection of a CON Device to a CPU Device.
The number of Grid Lines in the system specifies if a CON Device can be switched to a CPU Device in Non-Blocking Access or in Blocking Access and has to be separately determined for each Grid environment.
In this case, Non-Blocking Access means that a Grid Line for a cross-matrix switching operation of a CON Device to a CPU Device is available at any time.
Blocking Access means that for a certain switching operation no Grid Line may be available according to the switching status within the Grid. As a result, no cross-matrix switching will be possible.
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You have the following options to configure Matrix Grid:
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ADMINISTRATION OF SETTINGS
Within a Matrix Grid, you have to differ between settings that have to be made locally for each matrix and settings that can be made globally so that they are valid for the whole Matrix Grid.
The settings in the following menus have to be made separately for each matrix or within the master matrix to affect all matrices in the Grid:
System, Access, Switch, Network, Date + Time, SNMP, Matrix Grid, Multi-Screen Control
The settings in the following menus have to be made globally and only once within the Matrix Grid:
EXT Units, CPU Devices, CON Devices, User, CON Macros, User Macros, CON Favorites, User Favorites, Virtual CPU Devices,
Virtual CON Devices
NOTE: If global settings are made in the respective menus, they will be immediately available on each matrix within the Matrix Grid.
GENERAL PREPARATION
The following requirements have to be fulfilled before starting the Matrix Grid configuration:
1. The Matrix Grid function (Bundle 4) must be activated on all matrices to be connected to the Grid by a license key
(see Section 4.17).
2. Firmware V03.10 must be installed on all matrices to be connected to the Grid.
3. All matrices to be connected to the Grid must be within the same TCP/IP network (see Section 4.4.5).
4. The port 5556 needed for network communication must not be blocked by a firewall.
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To configure a Matrix Grid, proceed as follows. The following configuration steps have to be repeated for each matrix separately:
Select Configuration > System in the main menu.
FIGURE 4-63. CONFIGURATION—SYSTEM
1. Enter a unique name for each matrix into the Device field. Each name only may exist once within the Matrix Grid.
2. Enter a unique Grid name into the Name field. The Grid name has to be same within all Grid matrices.
3. Select Configuration > Matrix Grid in the main menu.
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FIGURE 4-64. CONFIGURATION—MATRIX GRID
4. Activate the Enable Matrix Grid function.
5. Write all device names of the Grid matrices into the Matrix Grid list, starting in the left column. Based on the listings, a Grid master will be automatically determined for the Matrix-Grid. The more on the top a matrix is listed in the matrix Grid list, the more likely the matrix is considered in the automatic master selection, provided that certain criteria like system availability are fulfilled.
6. Activate the single matrices in the Matrix Grid list by enabling the Y (YES) function.
7. Enter the number of chassis ports for each matrix (8, 16, 32, 48, 64, 80, 160 or 288).
8. Restart all matrices, beginning with the master matrix.
The Matrix Grid can be used now and offers the possibility for a cross-matrix switching of CON Devices to CPU Devices.
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To use the Matrix Grid, execute the configuration wizard in the menu System > Matrix Grid. It guides you through the configuration of Matrix Grids.
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4.16 FIRMWARE UPDATE
4.16.1 MATRIX UPDATE
The firmware of the matrix can be updated in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
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NOTE: To update the matrix, only use computers that are not integrated into the KVM extender / matrix setup.
Ensure that the computer used for the update is not set into standby mode or sleep mode during the update.
Ensure that your configuration has been saved externally before you start the update.
For network stability, we do NOT recommend updating via a WLAN.
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PREPARATION
Take the following steps to prepare for the matrix update:
1. Save the matrix configuration externally (see Section 4.12.4).
2. Open Extras > Options in the menu bar and insert in the setting Firmware Directory the directory from which the update files should be standardly sourced.
3. Put all hot spare boards into the matrix.
4. Activate the Syslog function (see Section 4.12.4) for the monitoring of the update, if unlocked via license key.
NOTE: Ensure that all USB 2.0 extenders are only connected to the provided ports (fixed ports) before you start the matrix update.
Non-compliance may affect the stability of the update.
PERFORMING THE UPDATE
Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the matrix update:
1. Select Administration > Update Matrix Firmware in the task area.
All components of the matrix that can be updated will be automatically selected and highlighted in green.
FIGURE 4-66. ADMINSTRATION—UPDATE MATRIX FIRMWARE
2. Start the update by pressing the Update button in the appearing pop up window.
3. Restart the Matrix after the update by pressing the Restart matrix button in the lower part of the working area.
For a safe initialization of the matrix, we recommend a cold start (power cycle).
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4.16.2 EXTENDER UPDATE
The firmware of the extenders connected to the matrix can be updated in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
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PREPARATION
Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the extender update:
1. Save the matrix configuration externally (see Section 2.9). Open Extras > Options in the menu bar and insert the name of the directory from which the update files should be sourced in Firmware Directory.
2. Connect all hot spare extenders to the matrix.
CAUTION: For network stability, an update via WLAN is not recommended.
PERFORMING THE UPDATE IN STANDARD MODE (PARALLEL UPDATE)
1. Select Administration > Update EXT Firmware in the task area. The standard mode for the parallel update will be selected by default and the Upload Firmware tab will be opened.
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FIGURE 4-67. ADMINISTRATION—UPDATE EXT FIRMWARE
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2. Before the actual update process, all firmware files have to be uploaded to the respective I/O boards on that extenders will have to be updated. If a newer firmware is available, appropriate I/O boards will be automatically selected for the upload in the Selected column and highlighted in green.
3. Start the upload and distribution of the update files by pressing the Upload button.
NOTE: By performing the upload process, no update files will be installed. The update process can be performed at a later time.
If all I/O cards are not selected, the upload of the update files will be performed in sequence.
4. After finishing the upload process, successful completion will be confirmed by a popup message. If you want to directly start the actual update process, you will have to confirm this by pressing the Yes button. You will be immediately forwarded to the
Update Firmware tab.
NOTE: When updating an identical or an older firmware version than the version currently installed, the Force Update option in the lower part of the working area must be enabled.
FIGURE 4-68. ADMINISTRATION—UPDATE EXT FIRMWARE
5. Start the actual update process by pressing the Update button.
NOTE: Just before the update process, all affected I/O boards will be set into Service Mode and retrieved gradually after finishing the respective updates.
PERFORMING THE UPDATE IN EXPERT MODE (SEQUENTIAL UPDATE)
Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the extender update:
1. Select Administration > Update EXT Firmware and select Expert Mode in the upper part of the working area. All extenders that can be updated will be automatically selected and highlighted in green.
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FIGURE 4-69. ADMINISTRATION—UPDATE EXT FIRMWARE
2. Set the matrix into Service Mode upon request in the popup window or via Matrix > Activate Service Mode in the menu bar.
During activation, all matrix functions are disabled on the I/O boards on which an update is currently performed. An OSD picture indicates the activation of the Service Mode and is displayed on all monitors that are connected to the matrix via a CON device.
In addition, the Service Mode is indicated by a red tool icon in the lower part of the working area.
FIGURE 4-70. OSD VIEW—SERVICE MODE
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3. Start the update by pressing the Update button in the lower part of the working area.
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4. Quit Service Mode after updating after responding to the confirmation request in the popup window or via Matrix > Deactivate
Service Mode in the task area.
5. Verify after the update in the Java tool via Administration > Update EXT Firmware in the Protocol tab of the Expert Mode that the updates for all extenders have been installed correctly.
4.17 LICENSE MANAGEMENT
In this menu, the matrix can be upgraded with new function bundles by installation of license keys.
To obtain license keys to upgrade matrix functions, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected].
You have the following option to access the menu.
JAVA TOOL
To activate a function bundle, proceed as follows:
1. Select Administration > Miscellaneous > License Management in the task area.
FIGURE 4-71. ADMINISTRATION—MISCELLANEOUS—LICENSE MANAGEMENT
2. Enter your license key in the working area under Activate Bundles in the License Key field.
3. To activate the license key, press the Activate button. The new functions will be immediately enabled; a restart of the matrix will not be necessary.
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The Modular KVM Matrix Switches can be operated in three different ways.
1. Direct Switching
via a keyboard connected to a CON port and the favorites
by a macro keyboard connected to a console port
2. OSD
via keyboard/mouse directly connected to the CPU board of the matrix
via keyboard/mouse connected to a CON Unit and the OSD
3. External Switching Commands
via an external computer via Java tool (network connection required)
via a media control (network or serial connection required)
5.1 OPERATION VIA HOTKEYS
5.1.1 DIRECT SWITCHING
Direct switching by favorites on a keyboard is the fastest way for a user to switch at his console between different CPUs.
This offers the option to switch video, keyboard and mouse or video only.
DIRECT SWITCHING OF VIDEO, KEYBOARD AND MOUSE
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey. Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if Command Mode is activated.
2. Enter the index number of the new CPU from the list of favorites and confirm with <Enter>.
At the same time, the Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the new CPU, which takes over complete control.
Example: Switching to favorite CPU 7 with video, keyboard and mouse
<left Shift>, <left Shift>, <7>, <Enter>
NOTE: Fastest switching time can be achieved by using identical mice, keyboards and monitors. This contributes to a smooth and seamless direct switching of the matrix.
SWITCHING IN PRIVATE MODE
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey. Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if command mode is activated.
2. Enter the index number of the new CPU from the list of favorites and confirm with <left Shift>, <Enter> pressed at the same time.
At the same time, the Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the new CPU with complete control in Private
Mode.
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Example: Switching to favorite CPU 3 in Private Mode
<left Shift>, <left Shift>, <3>, <left Shift>, <Enter>
DIRECT SWITCHING OF VIDEO
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey.
Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if command mode is activated.
2. Enter the index number of the new CPU from the list of favorites and confirm with <Space>.
At the same time, Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the new CPU with video only.
Example: Switching to favorite CPU 1 with video only
<left Shift>, <left Shift>, <1>, <Space>
SWITCH TO PREVIOUS CPU
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey. Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if Command Mode is activated.
2. Press the key <p> of your keyboard.
At the same time, Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the previous CPU with complete control.
NOTE: If you switch to a CPU that was previously connected with Video Access only, you will be connected to this CPU with full
KVM access.
NOTE: You can only switch to valid, unused CPUs using hotkeys. The options Force Connect and Force Disconnect as well as the restrictions of the User ACL and CON ACL are taken into account.
Hotkeys are only supported if neither Enable User Login nor the Enable User ACL is selected and the user is logged in the OSD.
DISCONNECT CURRENT CONNECTION
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey. Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if Command Mode is activated.
2. Press the <Backspace> key on your keyboard.
The Command Mode is closed and the console is disconnected from the previous connected CPU.
5.1.2 SCAN MODE
Scan Mode enables fast switching between video signals from different CPUs registered as favorites without continuously using the hotkey.
Switching between two video signals can even take place within one frame.
1. Start command mode with the hotkey. Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash if command mode is activated.
2. Press the key <Left Shift> and hold it down. You can now enter the index numbers of the various CPUs from the list of favorites with the keyboard and immediately switch to the video signal of the respective CPU after entering the index number.
3. Leave Scan Mode by pressing <Left Shift> + <Esc>.
NOTE: Optimal results can be achieved by the use of as identical resolutions as possible. This contributes to a smooth and seamless function of the scan mode.
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5.1.3 FUNCTION KEYS <F1>–<F6>
In Command Mode, you can retrieve the macros 1–16 with the function keys <F1>–<F16> on the connected standard keyboard instead of the special macro keyboard.
The stored command sequence for the appropriate function key is executed and Command Mode is left immediately.
NOTE: It is not necessary to use <Enter> to confirm selection of macros.
5.1.4 ADDRESSING OF MAIN AND SUB MATRICES
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch can be cascaded over two levels. You can send the commands (including opening the OSD) to either the main or the sub matrix.
When in command mode, you can select whether commands should be handled in the main or the sub matrix.
OSD Access
OSD access to the main matrix: <Left Shift>, <Left Shift>, <m> (optional), <o>
OSD access to the sub matrix: <Left Shift>, <Left Shift>, <s>, <o>
To do a cross-matrix switching, proceed as follows:
1. Open the OSD of the master matrix with the following keyboard sequence:
<hotkey>, <o>
2. Select the CPU device configured as Tie Line in the CPU selection list and press <Enter> to switch.
3. Open the OSD of the sub matrix with the following keyboard command:
<hotkey>, <s>, <o>
4. Select your target CPU in the CPU selection list of the sub matrix.
NOTE: The selected master matrix / sub matrix mode is permanently activated until the other mode will be manually activated.
This means that if you select <s>, all prospective commands will be sent to the sub matrix, but not if the Command Mode is left in the meantime.
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5.2 KVM SWITCHING
You have the following option to perform switching operations with the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
OSD
OSD
Select Switch in the main menu.
Press <F8> to show inactive CPU devices to expand the current view.
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FIGURE 5-1. SWITCH MENU
To switch the console to any available CPU, proceed as follows:
1. Select in the CPU Devices list on the left hand side that one that should be connected to the CON Device.
2. Confirm desired connection type with the appropriate keyboard command.
Switching operations from the own CON Device can only be performed on CPU Devices that are available in the CPU Devices list.
NOTE: Listed CPU Devices highlighted in red color are currently connected in Private Mode and are blocked by the connected CON
Device.
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SWITCHING VIA SELECTION LIST FOR CPU DEVICES
The matrix offers the ability to execute KVM switching operations via a selection list for CPU Devices next to the OSD in full screen.
To use the selection list for CPU Devices, proceed as follows:
1. Activate the Enable CPU Selection List option in the Configuration menu for those consoles where the selection list for CPU Devices should be available.
2. Execute the key sequence for opening the OSD. The selection list immediately appears in the preset position of the extender OSD.
NOTE: Pressing <F8> hides inactive CPU Devices to provide a clearer overview.
3. Execute the desired switching operation by pressing the respective key (see Section 5.3). To prevent a switching operation and access OSD, press <F7>. To close the selection list, press <Esc>.
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FIGURE 5-2. SELECTION LIST CPU DEVICES
ACTIVATING THE AUTOMATIC SCAN MODE FOR CPU DEVICES
The matrix offers the ability to use a scan mode based on the favorite list of each console or user. Scan mode allows the matrix to switch in sequence between the CPU Devices in the favorite list within a predefined time. All scans are performed in video only mode.
To configure scan mode, refer to Section 4.11.1.
You have the following option to activate the scan mode:
OSD
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To activate scan mode, proceed as follows:
1. Define a favorite list for the respective CON Device or user (see Section 4.11.4 for CON Devices or see Section 4.5.2 for users).
2. Start Command Mode with the hotkey and press <o> to open OSD.
3. Select one of the CPU Devices in the CPU selection list that are defined in your favorite list.
4. Confirm your selection by pressing the CPU Scanner button. The scan will automatically start.
5. If you have enabled the Force CPU Scan option, the scan will automatically start after switching the respective CON Device to any CPU Device from the favorite list without the need to press the CPU Scanner button.
5.3 EXTENDED SWITCHING
You have the following option to perform switching operations with the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
OSD
OSD
To switch any console to any available CPU, proceed as follows:
Select Extended Switch in the main menu.
NOTE: Pressing <F8> hides inactive CPU Devices to provide a clearer overview.
FIGURE 5-3. EXTENDED SWITCH MENU
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1. Select in the CON Devices list on the left hand side the one that should be switched to a CPU Device and open it by pressing
<Enter>.
2. Select in the CPU Devices list on the left hand side that one that should be connected to the open CON Device.
3. Confirm the desired connection type with the respective keyboard command.
Switching operations from the user’s CON Device can only be performed on CPU Devices that are available in the CPU Devices list.
The following information is shown in this menu.
TABLE 5-1. EXTENDED SWITCH MENU OPTIONS
FIELD
CON device
CON assigned
CPU connected
CON status
EXT list
CPU device
CPU assigned
CON connected
CPU status
EXT list
DESCRIPTION
Assigned physical extender unit (CON Unit)
Virtual CON Device that is assigned to the real CON Device
Currently connected CPU Device
Current connection status (CON Device)
List of all available physical extender units (CON Units)
Assigned physical extender unit (CPU Unit)
Real CPU Device that is assigned to a virtual CPU Device
Currently connected CON Device
Current connection status (CPU Device)
List of all available physical extender units (CPU Units)
You can select the following switching functions.
TABLE 5-2. SWITCHING FUNCTIONS
FUNCTION
Set a video only connection
Set a KVM connection
Set a KVM connection in private mode (video sharing disabled).
Disconnect a CON Device from a CPU Device.
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<Space>
<Enter>
<Shift> + <Enter>
<Backspace>
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You have two options to perform switching operations for the Modular KVM Matrix Switch via Java tool.
Possibility 1:
Select Control > Extended Switch in the task area.
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FIGURE 5-4. CONTROL—EXTENDED SWITCH
All connected consoles and the associated CPU connections are shown in columns in the working area in this menu.
NOTE: Switching operations can only be performed in online mode. That means an active network connection is required between the matrix and the Java Tool.
To set a KVM connection between a console and a CPU, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Full Access column and select the requested CPU.
To set a video connection between a console and a CPU, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Video Only column and select the requested CPU.
To set a Private Mode connection between a console and a CPU, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Private
Mode column and select the requested CPU.
NOTE: If a CPU console does not have access rights, it will not appear in the list.
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The following symbols are shown in the connection overview.
TABLE 5-3. SYMBOLS
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
CON Device is connected via Shared Access with at least one further console to the same CPU. The CON Device has Full
Access at the moment.
CON Device is connected via Shared Access with at least one further console to the same CPU. The CON Device has a Video
Access connection at the moment.
You can use the following buttons to perform a switching operation.
BUTTON
Send
Reset
Reload
TABLE 5-4. SWITCHING BUTTONS
FUNCTION
Send switching operations to the matrix
Disconnect all existing connections within the matrix
Reload switching status
NOTE: When the Auto Send function in the left lower corner of the work area is ticked, switching operations will be completed immediately without user confirmation via the Send button.
When the Hide Devices w/o Extender Assignment function in the left lower corner of the work area is ticked, only CON and CPU
Devices that are assigned to extenders are shown.
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Possbility 2:
Select Status > Matrix View in the task area or select Status > Grid Port View when using a Matrix Grid.
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FIGURE 5-5. STATUS—MATRIX VIEW
To perform switching operations between CON and CPU Devices, proceed as follows:
1. Move the mouse cursor to the port that has to be switched.
2. Hold down the left mouse button and move the cursor to the port that has to be connected to the initial port. The current cursor movement will be displayed by a black auxiliary line.
3. Release the left mouse button. A popup to select the available switching type (Full Access, Video Access or Private Mode) will be opened.
4. Select the desired switching type. The switching operation will be immediately executed. At the same time all extender units that are assigned to the involved devices will be switched.
NOTE: If a port is shown with a red cross on Matrix View, the console does not have access rights to the CPU connected to that port.
To disconnect an existing connection between CON and CPU Devices, proceed as follows:
1. Click on the port that is to be disconnected by using the right mouse button.
2. Select the Disconnect function in the popup that appears. The connected ports will be immediately disconnected. At the same time, all further connections of the extenders assigned to the involved devices will be disconnected.
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5.4 SWITCHING OF SINGLE EXTENDERS WITHIN DEVICES
You can independently switch single extenders within configurations consisting of CON and CPU devices with multiple extenders.
You have the following option to switch single extenders.
OSD
OSD
To switch a single extender a device with multiple extender, proceed as follows:
Select Switch in the main menu.
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FIGURE 5-6. SWITCH MENU
1. Select the respective CPU Device in the CPU selection list containing the extender you want to have access to.
2. Press the function key <F7> on the keyboard. The standard will change into the switching mode for single extenders.
3. Select the extender you want to switch within your CON Device.
4. Access the extender list of the selected CPU Device by pressng the key <Tab>.
5. Select the CPU extender you want to switch to and press the key <Space> to execute the switching operation.
NOTE: Switching of single extenders from a Device is only possible in video only mode. Single exenders of a Device that are already switched will be highlighted with "!".
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5.5 CON SWITCH
KVM extender CON Units connected to a local source (computer, CPU) can be locally switched via the matrix. Switching is performed between the local source and the KVM connection and can be executed via hotkeys or via OSD.
If you switch to the local source, the KVM connection will be automatically disconnected.
NOTE: When using CON Units with the possibility to connect a local source (computer, CPU) in a Multi-Screen Control environment, the local switching will be disabled.
You have the following option to switch to the local source.
OSD
OSD
Select Switch in the main menu.
FIGURE 5-7. CON SWITCH
To switch to a local source, proceed as follows:
1. If you are not in the Switch menu of the OSD, start Command Mode with the hotkey (see Section 4.1).
2. Press <o> to open OSD. You will see a list of all available CPUs as a start menu.
3. Switch to the CPU in the Local CPU list. The switching operation to the local source will be performed immediately.
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NOTE: The local source (computer, CPU) will be only shown in the OSD if the connected CON Unit includes the option for a local connection.
As an alternative, the following keyboard commands are available to switch to the local source.
TABLE 5-5. KEYBOARD COMMANDS TO SWITCH TO A LOCAL SOURCE
FUNCTION
Switching to extender connection
Switching to extender connection 2 (only with redundant CON Units)
Switching to the local source (computer, CPU)
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<hotkey>, <k>, <1>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <k>, <2>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <|>, <Enter>
5.6 MULTI-SCREEN CONTROL
The Multi-Screen function contains a switching of the USB-HID signal between different statically connected sources (computer,
CPU) within a CON Device and can be performed in two different ways:
SWITCHING VIA MOUSE
The switching of the USB-HID signal can be made by a movement of the mouse pointer beyond the edge of the current display to a neighboring display (see Section 4.11.7).
To perform a switching operation by movement of the mouse pointer, proceed as follows:
1. Move the mouse pointer to the edge of the display that borders the neighboring display vertically or horizontally.
2. Move the mouse pointer beyond the edge of the display. The mouse pointer will appear on the adjacent display. The switching operation has been performed and the USB-HID signal will now be available at the target display.
SWITCHING VIA KEYBOARD
Switching of the USB-HID signal can also be achieved using the keyboard (for configuration, see Section 4.11.7).
To perform a switching operation via keyboard command, proceed as follows:
1. Start Command Mode with the hotkey (see Section 4.1).
2. Select the target display by pressing the respective key on the numeric pad of the keyboard. The switching operation will be performed and the USB-HID signal will be available at the target display.
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You can select the following switching operations.
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<current hotkey>, <Num 0>
<current hotkey>, <Num 1>
<current hotkey>, <Num 2>
<current hotkey>, <Num 3>
<current hotkey>, <Num 4>
TABLE 5-6. SWITCHING OPERATIONS
FUNCTION
Switching of the USB-HID signal to the display (CON Unit with keyboard and mouse)
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #1
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #2
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #3
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #4
5.7 USB 2.0 SWITCHING
Switching USB 2.0 extenders basically works like switching KVM extenders. The following scenarios to switch USB 2.0 extenders are possible.
1. An extender unit with USB 2.0 will be created and assigned to an already existing device with existing KVM extender units
(see Section 4.10 or Section 4.11.1).
2. A separate device for the extender unit with USB 2.0 will be created without assigning a KVM extender unit to that device.
This possibility offers separate switching of the USB 2.0 signal (see Section 4.10 or Section 4.11.1).
NOTE: Switching USB 2.0 signals uses Extended Switching functionality (see Section 5.3).
When using parallel operation within the matrix, set the Release Time in the Configuration > Switch menu to 10 seconds or more
(see Section 4.11.6). Otherwise, the connection of the USB 2.0 extender will not be established for security and stability reasons.
5.8 PRESETS
Predefined macros to switch the matrix without loading a new configuration can be created and activated in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu.
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Select Control > Presets in the task area.
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FIGURE 5-8. CONTROL—PRESETS
To create a new switch macro, proceed as follows:
1. Open a new switch macro by clicking the New symbol in the right column of the working area.
You are asked if the existing connections should be taken over for the new switch macro.
2. Set the desired switching operations in the corresponding columns (Full Access, Video Only or Private Mode) by using a double click on the appropriate selection box or use the function for a disconnect (Disconnect CPU).
3. Save the created switch macro by clicking the Save symbol in the right column of the working area. A save dialog will be opened.
4. Enter a name or the new switch macro and confirm by pressing the Ok button in the save dialog.
5. By clicking on a selected switch macro with the right mouse button, you can create a copy of the current switch macro when using the Save as... option.
6. Previously saved macros can be deleted by pressing the Delete symbol.
To load a predefined switching, proceed as follows:
1. Select the switch macro in the right column of the working area that has to be loaded.
2. Activate the selected switch macro by pressing the Send button on the bottom right of the working area.
NOTE: A predefined switch macro can only be activated in online mode. When loading presets, only those switching operations that are compliant with the hardware and the configuration of the currently used matrix are taken into account.
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5.9 REDUNDANCY FUNCTION
KVM extenders with redundant connectors for interconnect cables can be simultaneously operated with both connectors at a single Matrix or a Matrix Grid (from firmware version V04.00).
The connector labeled with Link 1 at the KVM extender is meant for the primary connection. If the connection on CON or CPU Unit side is interrupted due to any problem, the connection will be automatically re-established through the second connector labeled with Link 2.
For this kind of redundancy function, there is no need for any configuration of the KVM matrix or the KVM extenders.
If needed, you can manually switch between Link 1 and Link 2 at the CON Unit (see Section 5.5).
You have the following possibilities to check the status of redundancy.
OSD
OSD
Select Switch in the main menu.
FIGURE 5-9. SWITCH
When using redundant KVM extenders, the respectively active connector is shown in this view under EXT list in the field CON/CPU
Data. If the first connector (Link 1) is active, it will be highlighted with :1 behind the respective extender. If the second connector
(Link 2) is active, this will be highlighted with :2.
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Select Status > Matrix View in the task area.
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FIGURE 5-10. MATRIX VIEW
To check the connection status of the redundant KVM extenders, proceed as follows:
1. Activate the checkbox Show Redundant Links (L1/L2) under Options on the right side of the working area.
2. Open the menu Redundancy on the right side of the working area, in order to receive the respective legend information.
Redundant connectors are highlighted in the Matrix View with L1 and L2. The respectively active link is highlighted with a light green label.
5.10 SERIAL INTERFACE
Predefined macros to switch the matrix without loading a new configuration can be created and activated in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu.
RS232
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch offers the option to switch via a serial interface (RS-232).
Detailed information for the serial interface and the corresponding switching commands are available in form of an API (application programming interface) at blackbox.com or ftp://ftp.blackbox.com/manuals/A/acx048_API_rev2.pdf.
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5.11 POWER ON AND POWER DOWN FUNCTIONS
5.11.1 RESTART
You have the following options to perform a restart.
OSD
OSD
1. Select Configuration > Restart Matrix or Restart IO Board in the main menu to restart either the matrix or the I/O boards.
2. Confirm the selection with Okay button.
The matrix and the I/O boards will be restarted with the current settings.
JAVA TOOL
Select Matrix > Restart Matrix in the menu bar.
The matrix will be restarted with the current settings.
NOTE: The boot process of the matrix might take longer if there is no physical network connection available.
5.11.2 FACTORY RESET
You have the following option to perform a restart.
OSD
CAUTION: If you perform a (factory) reset, all current settings and all configurations stored in the matrix will be lost. This also applies to the network parameters (reset to DHCP) and the admin password.
NOTE: If a firmware update has been installed since the delivery, the matrix will be set to the state defined there.
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1. Select Configuration > Factory Reset in the main menu.
2. Confirm the selection with the Okay button.
The matrix will be reset to factory settings.
5.11.3 POWER DOWN
You have the following option to shut down the system or single components.
OSD
OSD
To shut down the system, proceed as follows:
1. Select Configuration > Shut down Matrix in the main menu.
2. Confirm the selection with the Okay button.
The matrix will be shut down.
To shut down an I/O board, proceed as follows:
1. Select Configuration > Shut Down IO Board in the main menu.
2. Confirm the selection with the Okay button.
The I/O board will be shut down.
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5.12 SUMMARY OF KEYBOARD COMMANDS
The following table contains a summary of keyboard commands that can activate extender and matrix functions after executing the hotkey.
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<hotkey>, <a>
<hotkey>, <k>, <1>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <k>, <2>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <|>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <h>, <w>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <h>, <e>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <h>, <d>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <h>, <r>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <d>, <1>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <d>, <2>, <Enter>
TABLE 5-7. EXTENDER KEYBOARD COMMANDS
DESCRIPTION
Download of DDC information for the monitor connected to the CON Unit into the CPU Unit
Switch to the KVM connection 1 (only with HDMI CON Units with available connection for a local source)
Switch to the KVM connection 2 (only with HDMI CON Units with available connection for a local source and a redundant interconnection)
Switch to local source (computer, CPU) (only with HDMI CON Units with available connection for a local source)
USB-HID Ghosting: Write device descriptions of the input devices connected to the CON Unit into the CPU Unit.
Activate the emulation in the CPU Unit.
Activate the emulation of already stored device descriptions in the CPU Unit
Deactivate the emulation of active device descriptions in the CPU Unit. The input devices connected to the CON
Unit will be passed transparently to the source (computer, CPU)
Deactivate the emulation of active device descriptions in the CPU Unit. Delete the descriptions out of the CPU
Unit. The input devices connected to the CON Unit will be passed transparently to the source (computer, CPU)
Switch to video channel 1 of the Dual-Head CPU Unit (dual-head series only)
Switch to video channel 2 of the Dual-Head CPU Unit (dual-head series only)
TABLE 5-8. MATRIX KEYBOARD COMMANDS
KEYBOARD COMMAND
<hotkey>, <o>
<hotkey>, <m>, <o>
<hotkey>, <s>, <o>
<hotkey>, <Enter>
<hotkey>, <Space>
<hotkey>, <Left-Shift> + <Enter>
<hotkey>, <Backspace>
<hotkey>, <p>
<hotkey>, <1>…<16>, <Enter>
(<Space> or <Left-Shift> + <Enter>)
<hotkey>, <F1>…<F16>
<hotkey>, <c>, <new hotkey code> <Enter>
<hotkey>, <c>, <0>, <new hotkey key> <Enter>
<hotkey>, <f>, <new hotkey key code> <Enter>
<hotkey>, <f>, <0>, <new hotkey key> <Enter>
<hotkey>, <Num 0>
<hotkey>, <Num 1>
<hotkey>, <Num 2>
DESCRIPTION
Open OSD
Open OSD of the master matrix in a cascaded environment
Open OSD of the sub matrix in a cascaded environment
Set a KVM connection (keyboard, mouse and video) to the selected source (computer, CPU)
Set a video only connection to the selected source (computer, CPU)
Set a Private Mode connection to the selected source (computer, CPU)
Close the current connection of the console
Switch back to the previous connected source (computer, CPU) with a KVM connection
Switch to a source (computer, CPU) stored in the Favorite List with a KVM connection (video only or Private-Mode connection)
Execute a predefined macro
Change the hotkey according to the predefined hotkey table
Define freely selectable hotkey
Change the hotkey for direct OSD access according to the predefined hotkey table
Define freely selectable hotkey for direct OSD access
Switch the USB-HID signal to the user’s display (CON Unit with keyboard and mouse)
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #1
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #2
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<hotkey>, <Num 3>
<hotkey>, <Num 4>
TABLE 5-8 (CONTINUED). MATRIX KEYBOARD COMMANDS
DESCRIPTION
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #3
Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #4
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CHAPTER 6: MAINTENANCE
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The Modular KVM Matrix Switch contains various components and assemblies that can be maintained. All relevant components and assemblies are hot swappable and can be removed and exchanged during operation.
The following exchangeable components can be found within the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
6.1 POWER SUPPLY UNITS
To exchange the power supply units, proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the power cord cable is removed from the power supply that has to be exchanged.
2. Unlock the locking screw(s).
3. With the power supply units of ACX288 and ACX160, turn the unlocked bracket down.
4. Pull the power supply unit out of the corresponding slot.
5. Push a new or maintained power supply unit into the slot and lock it accordingly.
6. Connect the power cord cable to the power supply unit. It will be recognized by the system and can be used afterwards.
6.2 FAN TRAYS
To exchange the fan trays, proceed as follows:
1. Unlock the locking screw(s).
2. Pull the fan tray out of the corresponding slot by using the provided mount.
3. Push a new or maintained fan tray into the slot.
4. Lock the fan tray accordingly. It will be recognized by the system and can be used afterwards.
6.3 CPU BOARD
To exchange the CPU board, proceed as follows:
1. Pull the locking pin slowly out of the CPU board up to the stop. Wait until the CPU board is deregistered from the matrix. The deregistration will be confirmed by a permanent green light of the status LED #1 on the CPU board (see Section 2.7.1).
2. Remove all cables from the CPU board.
3. Pull the CPU board out of the corresponding slot by using the locking pin.
4. Push a new or maintained CPU board into the slot and lock it accordingly.
A successful registration of the CPU board will be shown by a permanent green flashing of status LED #1.
5. Connect all cables to the CPU board according to the exchanged board.
NOTE: When exchanging a CPU board the new one will automatically receive the current matrix configuration. During CPU board exchange the Modular KVM Matrix Switch should not be switched off.
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6.4 I/O BOARD
To exchange a I/O board, proceed as follows:
1. Pull the locking pin slowly out of the I/O board up to the stop. Wait until the I/O board is deregistered from the matrix. The deregistration will be confirmed by a permanent green light of the status LED #1 on the CPU board (see Section 2.7.1).
2. Remove all cables from the I/O board.
3. Pull the I/O board out of the corresponding slot by using the locking pin.
4. Push a new or maintained CPU board into the slot and lock it accordingly.
A successful registration of the CPU board will be shown by a permantent green flashing of status LED #1.
5. Connect all cables to the I/O board according to the exchanged board.
NOTE: For a 24/7 operation, we recommend that you maintain a stock of critical spare parts, including a chassis.
6.5 FILTER PADS
Filter pads should be checked regularly for accumulated dust and cleaned with low pressure compressed air or suction.
The inspection cycle depends on the ambient air and cannot be determined generally, but a period of 6 months should not be exceeded.
Filter pads or filter trays should be replaced at regular intervals not exceeding one year.
To replace a filter pad, proceed as follows:
1. Pull the filter pad together with the mounting frame out of the proper slot by using the handle.
2. Press the used filter pad out of the proper mounting frame.In Chapters 7 and 8, support for problems with the Modular KVM
Matrix Switch is provided. It is assumed that fully operational CPU and CON Devices are available, which can be tested over a peer-to-peer connection using CATx or fiber cables. Refer to the relevant manuals for assistance with this if necessary.
3. Insert a new filter pad into the mounting frame.
4. Replace the mounting frame in the slot.
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7.1 EXTERNAL FAILURE
TABLE 7-1. EXTERNAL FAILURE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM
Matrix cannot be started anymore
POSSIBLE REASON
Fuse at the standard appliance outlet
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Check fuse
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7.2 VIDEO INTERFERENCE
PROBLEM
Cannot open the OSD
Incorrect video display
TABLE 7-2. VIDEO INTERFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
POSSIBLE REASON
No OSD jumper set
Cable connection disabled
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Set jumper 11 on the CON unit
Check the connection, length and quality of the interconnect cable to the units
7.3 FAN MALFUNCTION
PROBLEM
Fans only run under full load
Fans do not run, LED OK on
Fans do not run, LED OK off
TABLE 7-3. FAN MALFUNCTION TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
POSSIBLE REASON
Communication to fan tray is not working
Fans defective
Power supply
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Remove and reinstall fan tray
Swap both fan trays to the other slot
Restart the matrix
Contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected]
Check power supply and power connection
7.4 POWER SUPPLY UNITS MALFUNCTION
TABLE 7-4. POWER SUPPLY UNITS MALFUNCTION TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM
Matrix does not start
POSSIBLE REASON
Power supply units could not be locked correctly
No power supply available
Power supply units are not switched on
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Check lock and plug-in of the power supply units
Check if power supply cables are connected correctly
Check switch on the power supply units
7.5 NETWORK ERROR
TABLE 7-5. NETWORK ERROR TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM
Network settings are not assumed after editing
POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Restart of the matrix is not yet completed Restart the matrix
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TABLE 7-6. FAILURE AT THE MATRIX TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM
Serial control impossible or only restrictedly possible
Serial control via RS-232 port not possible
Port definitions as USB 2.0 invalid
POSSIBLE REASON
CPU and matrix operating at different baud rates
Wrong network cable
Restart of the matrix not yet completed
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Change baud rate in the matrix and CPU (see Section 4.3.2)
Use a crossed network cable
Restart the matrix
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TABLE 7-7. BLANK SCREEN TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM
Monitors remain dark after switching operation
LED 1 ON or LED 2 OFF
LED 3 OFF
POSSIBLE REASON
Switching to a CPU port without an active source (computer, CPU)
Connections CON unit, matrix and CPU unit
Power supply
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Switching to a CPU port with an active source (computer,
CPU)
Check connected cables and connectors. (No cable, cable break, CPU/CON unit offline, CPU/CON unit connected to the wrong port)
Check power supply units and the connection to the power network
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Before contactng technical support, make sure you have read this manual and then installed and set up your Modular KVM Matrix
Switch as recommended.
8.1 SUPPORT CHECKLIST
To efficiently handle your request, make sure that you have the following information available before you call:
Company, name, phone number and email
Type and serial number of the device (see bottom of device)
Nature, circumstances and duration of the problem
Components included in the system (such as graphic source/CPU, OS, graphic card, monitor, USB-HID/USB 2.0 devices, interconnect cable) including manufacturer and model number
Results from any testing you have done
Contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox
8.2 SHIPPING CHECKLIST
1. To return your device, contact your Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [email protected] to obtain an RMA
(Return Material Authorization) number.
2. Package your devices carefully, preferably using the original box. Add all pieces that you received originally.
3. Note your RMA number visibly on your shipment.
NOTE: Devices that are sent in without a RMA number cannot be accepted. The shipment will be sent back without being opened, postage unpaid.
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9.1 FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been 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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards.
9.2 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch as delivered complies with the provisions of the following European Directives:
2014/30/EU Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility
2014/35/EU Council Directive on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.
9.3 PRODUCT SAFETY
The product safety of the devices is proven by the compliance to the following standards:
IEC 60950-1A1:2010
EN 60950-1/A12:2011/A1:2010/A11:2009
UL 60950-1-2007
CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1-07
9.4 WEEE
The manufacturer complies with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
9.5 ROHS/ROHS2
This device complies with the Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS 2, RoHS II).
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10.1 VIDEO AND KVM TECHNOLOGY TERMS
AES/EBU : Digital audio standard that is officially known as AES3 and that is used for carrying digital audio signals between devices.
CATx : Any CAT5e, CAT6, CAT7 cable.
CGA : Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog graphic standard with up to 16 displayable colors and a maximum resolution of 640 x 400 pixels.
Component Video : Component Video (YPbPr) is a high-quality video standard that consists of three independently and separately transmittable video signals, the luminance signal and two color difference signals.
Composite Video : Composite Video is also called CVBS and it is part of the PAL TV standard.
CON Unit : Component of a KVM Extender or Media Extender to connect to the console (monitor[s], keyboard and mouse; optionally also with USB 2.0 devices).
Console : Keyboard, mouse and monitor.
CPU Unit : Component of a KVM Extender or Media Extender to connect to a source (computer, CPU).
CVBS : The analog color video baseband signal (CVBS) is also called Composite Video and it is part of the PAL TV standard.
DDC : Display Data Channel (DDC) is a serial communication interface between monitor and source (computer, CPU). It allows a data exchange via a monitor cable and an automatic installation and configuration of a monitor driver by the operating system.
DisplayPort : A VESA standardized interface for an all-digital transmission of audio and video data. It is differentiated between the
DisplayPort standards 1.1 and 1.2. The signals have LVDS level.
Dual Access : A system to operate a source (computer, CPU) from two consoles.
Dual Link : A DVI-D interface for resolutions up to 2560 x 2048 by signal transmission of up to 330 MPixel/s (24-bit).
Dual-Head : A system with two video connections.
DVI : Digital video standard, introduced by the Digital Display Working Group (http://www.ddwg.org). Single Link and Dual Link standards are distinguished. The signals have TMDS level.
DVI-I : A combined signal (digital and analog) that allows running a VGA monitor at a DVI-I port—in contrast to DVI-D (see DVI).
EGA : The Enhanced Graphics Adapter (EGA) is an old analog graphic standard, introduced by IBM in 1984. A DB9 connector is used for connection.
Fiber : Single-mode or multimode fiber cables.
HDMI : An interface for an all-digital transmission of audio and video data. It is differentiated between the HDMI standards 1.0 to
1.4a. The signals have TMDS level.
KVM : Keyboard, video and mouse.
Mini-XLR : Industrial standard for electrical plug connections (3-pole) for the transmission of digital audio and control signals.
Multimode : 62.5μ multimode fiber cable or 50μ multimode fiber cable.
OSD : The On-Screen Display is used to display information or to operate a device.
Quad-Head : A system with four video connections.
RCA (Cinch) : A non-standard plug connection for transmission of electrical audio and video signals, especially with coaxial cables.
S/PDIF : A digital audio interconnect that is used in consumer audio equipment over relatively short distances.
SFP : SFPs (Small Form Factor Pluggable) are pluggable interface modules for Gigabit connections. SFP modules are available for
CATx and fiber interconnect cables.
Single Link : A DVI-D interface for resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 by signal transmission of up to 165 MPixel/s (24-bit). Alternative frequencies are Full HD (1080p), 2K HD (2048 x 1080) and 2048 x 1152.
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Single-Head : A system with one video connection.
Single-mode : 9μ single-mode fiber cable.
S-Video (Y/C) : S-Video (Y/C) is a video format transmitting luminance and chrominance signals separately. It has a higher quality standard than CVBS.
TOSLINK : Standardized fiber connection system for digital transmission of audio signals (F05 plug connection).
Triple-Head : A system with three video connections.
USB-HID : USB-HID devices (Human Interface Device) allow for data input. There is no need for a special driver during installation;
“New USB-HID device found” is reported. Typical HID devices include keyboards, mice, graphics tablets and touch screens. Storage, video and audio devices are not HID.
VGA : Video Graphics Array (VGA) is a computer graphics standard with a typical resolution of 640 x 480 pixels and up to 262,144 colors. It can be seen as a follower of the graphics standards MDA, CGA and EGA.
10.2 MATRIX-SPECIFIC TERMS
Auto Disconnect : Matrix function that allows an automatic disconnect between a console and a CPU if OSD is opened via this console.
Auto Logout : Matrix function that describes the duration of inactivity after the user has been logged out from the OSD at this console.
CON Device : Logical term that summarizes several physical extenders to switch more complex console systems via matrix.
CON Timeout : Matrix function that allows an automatic disconnect of a console from the connected CPU after a predefined time.
Console ACL : Console Access Control List is a list that shows the respective switching rights for the various consoles.
CPU Auto Connect : Matrix function that allows an automatic connection establishment between a console and a random CPU that is available.
CPU Device : Logical term that summarizes several physical extenders to switch more complex CPU systems via matrix.
CPU Timeout : Matrix function that allows the user to disconnect after a predefined period of time of inactivity from the respective
CPU.
EXT Unit : Part or extender board of a CON or CPU unit with a connection to the matrix. A CON or CPU unit can consist of several
EXT devices.
Force Connect : Matrix function that allows you to switch a console to a CPU that is already used to take keyboard and mouse control. The console that is connected before switching loses K/M control, but keeps video.
Force Disconnect : Matrix function that allows you to switch a console to a CPU that is already used to take KVM control.
The console that is connected before switching loses complete KVM control.
Java Tool : Java based control and configuration tool for the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
Keyboard Connect : Matrix function that allows taking over the keyboard control of an inactive console.
Macro Keys : Programmable keys that can execute a stringing together of commands to the matrix.
Mouse Connect : Matrix function that allows taking the mouse control of an inactive console.
Non-Blocking Access : Matrix configuration where no user can be disturbed by an activity of another user.
OSD Timeout : Matrix function that closes the OSD automatically after a predefined period of time of inactivity.
Release Time : Matrix function that allows a console that is connected with the same CPU to release the K/M control after a predefined time.
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Service Mode : Defined maintenance condition that allows updating of extenders that are connected to the matrix.
Tie Line : Communication connection to and between extension modules in a network environment.
User ACL : User Access Control List is a list that shows the respective switching rights for the various users.
Video Sharing : Matrix function that allows switching from the user’s console to any CPU with video.
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11.1 DISCLAIMER
Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation may revise this document at any time without notice.
11.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Black Box logo type and mark are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.
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