NTI RACKMUX Console Drawer with UNIMUX Switch

INSTALLATION

Rack Mounting Instructions

The RACKMUX was designed to be mounted to a rack and includes mounting flanges to make attachment easy.

1.Determine the mounting height in the rack for the drawer. It should be a height comfortable to use the keyboard and see the LCD display. Mark holes in each of the 4 corner cabinet rails at points all level with each other.

2.Secure the rear brackets to the rear rack cabinet rails. Apply the top screws (not supplied) for each bracket to the holes marked in step 1.

3.Lift the keyboard into position and line the studs on the left and right sides up with the slotted openings in the rear bracket. Apply the nuts (supplied) to the studs but do not tighten the nuts yet.

FYI: There are 3 mounting studs provided on each side of the RACKMUX. Depending on the depth of the rack and distance apart of the cabinet rails, the position of the rear bracket may make all 3 studs available for use. In this case, apply the 2 nuts to the studs furthest apart from each other on each side.

4.Slide the drawer in until the top holes in the front bracket flanges line up with the holes marked in step 1. Secure the front brackets on the drawer to the front cabinet rails. Be sure to tighten the screws securely. Then tighten the nuts applied in step 3.

 

 

Front Cabinet

 

 

Front bracket

Rail

 

Stud on drawer

 

flange on drawer

Drawer

Rear bracket

overlapping

 

 

 

 

 

drawer

(Rear edge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of drawer)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Secure drawer

Apply nuts (supplied) to studs and

to rail using

two screws

secure rear brackets to drawer.

(not supplied)

 

Rear Cabinet

Rail

Rear bracket

flange

Secure bracket to rail using two screws (not supplied)

Figure 1- Mount RACKMUX to rack

Connect The Cables

FYI It is not necessary to turn the CPUs or monitors OFF during this installation.

1. Connect each CPU to the UNIMUX switch using a USBVEXT-xx-MM video and input device interface cable – REQUIRED (not supplied). (See Fig. 2 on page 5.)

2.Group the input device and monitor interface cables from each CPU, making sure that cables from the first CPU are connected to the UNIMUX switch at connectors "CPU 1" and "VIDEO 1". Cables from the second CPU should connect to "CPU 2" and "VIDEO 2" connectors...etc.

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Network Technologies RACKMUX-UW15-4USB, RACKMUX-UW15-8USB, RACKMUX-UW17-4USB, RACKMUX-UW17-8USB Installation
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RACKMUX-UW15-4USB, RACKMUX-UW15-8USB, RACKMUX-UW17-4USB, RACKMUX-UW17-8USB specifications

Network Technologies has developed a series of innovative products designed to enhance connectivity and functionality for various applications. Among these are the RACKMUX-UW15-4USB, RACKMUX-UW15-8USB, RACKMUX-UW17-4USB, and RACKMUX-UW17-8USB models. These devices serve as high-performance USB extenders and multiplexers suitable for enabling USB peripherals to connect over long distances while maintaining efficiency and integrity.

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The RACKMUX-UW15 models, available in both 4 and 8 USB port configurations, are designed with a compact form factor ideal for rackmount applications. They provide a straightforward and efficient solution for managing multiple USB connections in a single rack space. The 4USB version is perfect for setups requiring fewer devices, while the 8USB version accommodates more extensive requirements, supporting simultaneous connections with minimal interference.

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Another important characteristic of the RACKMUX series is their plug-and-play functionality. This facilitates quick and easy installations without the need for complex software configuration or specialized knowledge. Users can simply connect their devices and start utilizing them immediately, thus saving valuable time and resources.

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