Network Technologies RACKMUX-V17-4UNV Using the Rackmux, Keyboard Control, OSD Control

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NTI RACKMUX KVM Drawer with NODEMUX Switch

USING THE RACKMUX

Once the RACKMUX is properly connected, the NODEMUX will enable a connection to be made between the attached CPUs and the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

The NODEMUX can be controlled by three methods:

•keyboard control through Command Mode

•mouse clicks from within some menus of Command Mode

•RS232 control from a remote terminal

Keyboard Control

Keyboard control of the NODEMUX is achieved using Command Mode - operated using the keyboard and mouse in conjunction with OSD menus superimposed onto the monitor.

By pressing <Ctrl> + < ` > (accent key), the user can enter Command Mode. Once in Command Mode, typing a series of commands will cause the NODEMUX to connect the user to any one CPU connected to the switch. Pressing the <Esc> key will exit Command Mode. The following instruction describes how to use the menus to operate the NODEMUX Universal KVM switch.

OSD Control

OSD superimposes a menu system on the user’s video screen with a list of all connected CPUs. OSD allows CPUs to be named (with up to 12-character names). OSD then allows selection of CPUs by that name. Connected CPUs can be listed by name or by port number. OSD Search Mode enables the user to type in the first few characters of the CPU's name and the OSD will locate it. Help screens assist with all OSD functions.

Security Option

The security option of the OSD Control enables an administrator to control access to CPU ports for each user. Up to 63 users can be created. These users have controlled access to any selected CPU. Only the administrator can activate or deactivate the security features. Security can be activated from the Maintenance Mode menu (page 15) with a successful administrator login for verification purposes. Furthermore, the administrator can set a maximum idle time value after which the current user will be logged out and the login screen displayed. This time out does not function while the OSD is active. The current security status, idle time out, and scan dwell time are all saved and will be restored whenever power to the switch is cycled OFF, then ON.

If the security option is enabled, when the RACKMUX is powered up the user will be prompted for a username and password to continue. If the security option is not enabled the monitor will display the desktop image for the connected CPU and the user can continue with normal operation of the connected CPU.

Enabling the Security Feature

To enable the security feature the administrator must first enter Command Mode from the keyboard using the sequence <Ctrl> + <`> (accent key). The OSD menu will automatically appear on the monitor. This provides a visual way to control the NODEMUX using the keyboard and mouse.

The administrator , when setting the NODEMUX switch up for the first time, may want to proceed directly to the ADMINISTRATION Mode by typing <CTRL> +<M> , then <A>, and then <Y>.

The factory settings are:

•default user name = ADMINISTRATOR

•default password = ADMINISTRATOR

Note: The user name for the administrator cannot be changed from "ADMINISTRATOR".

Once logged-in, follow the instructions on page 10 for setting up users and changing the password. Within the Administration Mode the administrator can setup each of the users and the limitations of their use of the individual CPUs attached to the switch.

Figure 5- Administrator Login screen

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Contents RACKMUX-V15-4UNV Trademark Table of Contents Index Warranty Information Troubleshooting Default Password ResetOption FeaturesModels Available Types of CPUs SupportedMaterials Set of 2 cables for each CPU being connected to the switch17 18 19 20 21 Rear View Connect The Cables InstallationRack Mounting Instructions 13W3M-15HDF Pin miniDINIEC Connectxor Power-Up SequenceIEC Power Cord OSD Control Using the RackmuxEnabling the Security Feature Keyboard ControlAdditional Modes Available With Security User Login ModeAdministration Mode Exit Administration Mode Return to previous mode Esc Switch ConfigurationKeystroke Ctrl + a Ctrl + E Ctrl + P Esc Administrator PasswordUser Name List Keystroke Enter Esc User Access FunctionsSystem Access List Command ModeType to a CPU To exit Command Mode, either hold down any Edit Mode Broadcast ModeScan Mode Normal ModeEsc Enter Search ModeEdit Mode Contd Function FunctionKeystroke Maintenance ModeActivate security features RS232 Control RS232 Connections and ConfigurationHelp Mode RS232 Connector DB-9 FemaleLoop Back ConfigurationBaud Rate Unit Address Command ProtocolWiring Schematic of Matrix-Y-1 cable Exit Switch Configuration ModeFormat CA AA,XXCR Format RS AacrResponse Format CS AA,XX,YYCRFormat OSD Main Menu Display FunctionsStandard Controls OSD Control MenuPosition Menu Brightness/Contrast MenuColor Menu OSD Image can be moved to different points on the display Setup MenuFunction Key Operation Function Key to enable additional key functionsKeyboard Functions RACKMUX-V15-xKeys of the Number Pad Number PadAdditional multi-function keys Other Functions of the Fn KeyS. English keyboard with numeric keypad Numeric Keypad OptionTranslation Tables Keyboard FeaturesKeyboard-To-Computer Translation Translation CapabilitiesDefault Password Reset TroubleshootingDisplay Controller VGA -15 RACKMUX-KVM Drawer Standard SpecificationsGeneral Specs LCDIndex Warranty InformationKeyboard Touchpad

RACKMUX-V17-4UNV, RACKMUX-V17-8UNV, RACKMUX-V15-8UNV, RACKMUX-V15-4UNV specifications

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