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KX II-101
User Guide
2.0.20
Copyright © 2008 Raritan, Inc.
KX2101-v2.20-0B-E
July 2008
255-62-4031-00
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This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into another language without express prior written consent of Raritan, Inc. © Copyright 2008 Raritan, Inc., CommandCenter®, Dominion®, Paragon® and the Raritan company logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Raritan, Inc. All rights reserved. Java® is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Internet Explo
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 What's New in the User Guide.......................................................................................................1 KX II-101 Overview........................................................................................................................2 Product Photos ..............................................................................................................................4 Product Features .........................
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Contents Keyboard Options..............................................................................................................46 Video Properties ................................................................................................................49 Mouse Options...................................................................................................................52 VKC Virtual Media ............................................................................
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Contents Device Services .........................................................................................................................141 Keyboard/Mouse Setup .............................................................................................................143 Serial Port Settings ....................................................................................................................144 Admin Port..........................................................
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Contents Analog KVM Switch ...................................................................................................................162 Resetting the KX II-101 Using the Reset Button .......................................................................163 Chapter 7 Managing USB Connections 165 Overview ....................................................................................................................................166 Basic USB Connection Settings ...........
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Contents CLI Syntax -Tips and Shortcuts.......................................................................................214 Common Commands for All Command Line Interface Levels ........................................214 CLI Commands..........................................................................................................................214 Diagnostics ...................................................................................................................
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Contents Attach the Brackets to KX II-101 for Vertical Mount........................................................244 Appendix D Informational Notes 246 Java Runtime Environment (JRE) .............................................................................................246 Keyboard, Video and Mouse Notes...........................................................................................246 Sun Blade™ Video, Keyboard, and Mouse Support Limitation............................
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Chapter 1 Introduction In This Chapter What's New in the User Guide ..................................................................1 KX II-101 Overview....................................................................................2 Product Photos ..........................................................................................4 Product Features .......................................................................................5 Terminology............................
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Chapter 1: Introduction KX II-101 Overview Thank you for purchasing the Dominion the KX II-101. The KX II-101 provides a single keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) port for connection to a target server and a single IP port for connection to an IP network. Within the KX II-101 device, KVM signals from your server are converted to IP format and compressed for transmission over an IP network. The KX II-101 dongle form-factor makes it easy to install near the target server, and each individu
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Chapter 1: Introduction Diagram key KX II-101 LAN Windows, Linux, and Sun servers TCP/IP LAN Remote (network) access 3
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Chapter 1: Introduction Product Photos Diagram key KX II-101 Mini-USB to USB cable Optional local port cable 4
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Chapter 1: Introduction Product Features Interfaces • Integrated PS/2 KVM connection • USB connection for control and virtual media • Serial Admin port for initial device configuration and diagnostics, as well as use with an external modem access and Raritan power strip control • Ethernet LAN port supporting 10/100-base-T autosensing, full duplex • LED network activity indicator and status • Backlit LED power ON indicator Network Configuration • DHCP or static IP device address
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Chapter 1: Introduction User Features • Web-based access through common browsers • Intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) • PC Share mode, which enables more than one remote user • TCP communication • English user interface • Virtual media access ™ • Absolute Mouse Synchronization • Plug-and-play • 256-bit encryption of complete KVM signal, including video and virtual media Power • Powered via Class 2 Power over Ethernet (PoE) provision • Alternately powered by an external AC
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Chapter 1: Introduction Term Description Local User port Enables a user in immediate proximity to the target server to use the native keyboard and mouse without unplugging the KX II-101. Virtual media Enables a KVM target server to remotely access media from client PC and network file servers. Package Contents Each KX II-101 device ships with: • KX II-101 - KVM over IP • USB Type A to Type B miniconnector • Power Adaptor Kit - AC-DC 6VDC • Three additional power outlet plugs
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Chapter 1: Introduction Related Documentation The KX II-101 User Guide is accompanied by a KX II-101 Quick Setup Guide, which can be found on the CD included with the device or on the Support page of Raritan's website (www.raritan.com). Installation requirements and instructions for client applications used with the KX II- 101 can be found in the KVM and Serial Client User Guide, also found on the Raritan website. Where applicable, specific client functions used with the KX II-101 are i
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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration In This Chapter Overview....................................................................................................9 Default Logon Information .........................................................................9 Getting Started ........................................................................................10 Overview This chapter describes how to install and configure the KX II-101. Installation and configuration consi
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Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration Getting Started KX II-101 users with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 or Windows 2000 must upgrade to Service Pack 4 (SP4) or higher. The KX II-101 ships with a static default IP address. On a network without a DHCP server, you must configure a new static IP address, net mask, and gateway address using either the KX II-101 serial admin console or the KX II-101 Remote Console. See Assigning an IP Address (on page 25) for information o
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Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration Resolutions 640x480 @66.6 Hz 800x600 @85 Hz 1152x870 @75.1 Hz 640x480 @72 Hz 800x600 @90 Hz 1152x900 @66 Hz 640x480 @75 Hz 800x600 @100 Hz 1152x900 @76 Hz 640x480 @85 Hz 832x624 @75.1 Hz 1280x960 @60 Hz 640x480 @90 Hz 1024x768 @60 Hz 1280x960 @85 Hz 640x480 @100 Hz 1024x768 @70 Hz 1280x1024 @60 Hz 640x480 @120 Hz 1024x768 @72 Hz 1280x1024 @75 Hz 720x400 @70 Hz 1024x768 @75 Hz 1280x1024 @85 Hz 720x400 @84 Hz 1024x768 @85 Hz 1600x1200 @60 Hz
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Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration GUI Resolution/64 Bit To check the GUI resolution on 64 bit cards: 1. Run the following command: # /usr/sbin/m64config –prconf To change the resolution on 64 bit cards: 1. Run the following command: # /usr/sbin/m64config – res1024x768x75 where 1024x768x75 is any resolution that the KX II- 101 supports. 2. Restart the computer. GUI Resolution/Solaris 8 To check the resolution on Solaris 8 for 32 bit and 64 bit cards: 1. Run the following com
