Rose electronic 2xE manual System Overview, KVM station, KVM Station Keyboard and Mouse

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OVERVIEW

System Overview

The UltraMatrix switch is designed with the latest in KVM switching technology. It has the capability and flexibility to configure to most keyboards, video monitors, mice, servers and computers. The modular design of the UltraMatrix makes the Unit easy to install, expand, and maintain. The addition of an expansion card(s) and additional switches can increase the number of computers that can be connected and accessed to 1,000.

The UltraMatrix series switches are available in several configurations depending on your system switching needs. The “E” series switch is available with 4, 8, or 16 CPU ports and one to four KVM ports.

(See appendix F for KVM station placement and conflicts)

KVM station

A KVM station, consisting of a Keyboard, Video monitor, and Mouse, connects to the DB25F KVM connectors on the rear panel using a KVM adapter cable. The KVM adapter cable is available with a variety of connector types to accommodate the different types of keyboards, video monitors and mice. The KVM adapter cable connectors must be compatible with the keyboard, video monitor, and mouse cable connectors.

KVM adapter cables are available in lengths of 1 – 100 feet. (Refer to the compatibility table on page 3)

KVM Station Keyboard and Mouse

PC Models (EP): Require a PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse.

Multi-platform Models (EE): Can use a PS/2 keyboard and mouse or a Sun Keyboard and Mouse.

Note: When using a PS/2 keyboard, the PS/2 keyboard must be capable of communicating in Mode 2 and Mode 3 if the CPU's are PC Mode 3, USB, SUN, or a Rose Translator is used in conjunction with an Apple computer.

KVM Station Video Monitor

The KVM Station video monitor must be capable of supporting the resolution, frequency, and sync type being sent by all connected computer. It is recommended that the KVM monitor be a multi-sync monitor capable of resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz or better. The quality of the video depends largely on the type of monitor used, the KVM cable length and cable type. For cable lengths greater than 20 feet, coax cable must be used. Appendix I. shows the video quality distance table for different cable types.

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Contents Installation and Operations Manual Limited Warranty FCC/IC STATEMENTS, EU Declaration of Conformity Table of Contents Tables AppendicesPage Introduction DisclaimerAbout this manual IntroductionFeatures Upgradability SecurityFlexibility On-screen display technology CompatibilityKVM compatibility CPU compatibilityPackage contents Cable requirementsRose Electronics web site Models Overview System OverviewKVM station KVM Station Keyboard and MouseComputers ExpansionInstalled in the 4xE model Two expansion cards areRS232 port Cabling System securitySite planning Installation Switch Installation Single UnitPre-Configuration procedure Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Switch Installation Multiple units BUS topology Connecting the expansion units Starting computerMaximum computers Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Connecting the computers Verifying the Video pathUltramatrix E-SERIES Manual Switch Installation Multiple units Ring topology Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Switch Installation Multiple units Split-BUS topology Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Configuration Menus Menu structureMain Menu KVMConfigure System menu System settings selectionsStarting computer number Default Maximum computers DefaultPC keyboard delay Default Fast Sun keyboard language Default US Appearance settings selectionsScreen saver time seconds Default 1800 seconds Background / Text color Default Cyan / BlackConfigure Computer menu Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Configure KVM menu BUSUltramatrix E-SERIES Manual Configure User menu Configure user menuUltramatrix E-SERIES Manual Configure Profile menu Configure profile menuUltramatrix E-SERIES Manual Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Configure Group menu Power System Status displayPos Position Ver VersionSave menu YESFollowing instructions apply to all UltraMatrix switches Keyboard commandsCommand Key Sequence Description OperationUser ID Password Computer select menu Connection successful to NT Server On Admin Share mode Disconnected from Payroll On Sharon Timed outConnecting the Serial Cable Setting up Windows HyperTerminalSerial Port Serial port usage RS232Starting a serial communication session Serial menuSerial menu options Option 1. Change Starting Computer From card #1 onlyOption 2. Change the serial port baud rate Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Option 7. Save Changes Option 8. Exit Restart the UnitSwitching using the serial port Serial Device Support Serial device supportComputer Serial 9600,N,8,1 Service Service InformationMaintenance and Repair Technical SupportSafety SafetySafety and EMC Regulatory Statements GroundingServicing Ultramatrix E-SERIES Manual Troubleshooting TroubleshootingMouse does not move PS/2 mouse gets out of syncVideo fuzzy Video not synchronized or wrong colorAppendices KVMAppendix B. General specifications CPU/KVM DB25FCPU Cables Rack Mount KitsCPU Appendix E. Disconnect Status Reasons Description Action Appendix F. KVM placement / conflicts Appendix G. Password jumper Appendix H. Diagnostic check / error messages Diagnostic DescriptionUltramatrix E-SERIES Manual Kernel halt error messages Message DescriptionAppendix I. Video distance table Appendix J. Rack mount Appendix K. Rack mount illustrationPage Page Stancliff Road Phone 281 Houston, Texas