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NODEMUX HD Series
ST-nXm-U-HD (Multi-user / Universal KVM Switch)
INSTALLATION / USER GUIDE
MAN001 Rev Date 1/6/2003
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WARRANTY INFORMATION The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is one (1) year from the date of purchase. Please contact Network Technologies Inc at (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 or visit our website at http://www.nti1.com for information regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns. COPYRIGHT Copyright © 2003 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, s
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Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................1 Definitions...................................................................................................................................................................1 Limitations.....................................................................................................................
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Command Protocol..................................................................................................................................................17 RS232 INTERFACE TEST PROGRAM DESCRIPTION ..........................................................................................18 Matrix Switcher's Control Program For Windows 9X, NT, and 2000 ..................................................................20 Dual Redundant Power Supply..........................................
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Introduction Introduction The NTI ST-nXm-U-HD (also known as NODEMUX-HD) is a multi-user / Universal Multi-Platform Matrix KVM switch, (n= number of users, m= number of CPUs) with high density construction to require less rack space. It allows multiple users, up to 4, each with a keyboard, monitor, and mouse, to communicate directly with any PS/2 or SUN workstation connected to the switch. A single switch can connect to 16 CPUs or up to 256 CPUs when switches are cascaded. These CPUs can be
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Interface cables and adapters are not included and must be purchased separately. A cable for each CPU being connected to the switch: PS/2 CPU to Switch • VMTINT-xx-MM for video, keyboard and mouse interface OR SUN CPU to Switch • SMTINT-xx-MM for video, keyboard and mouse interface • 13W3M-15HDF (adapter for 13W3 to 15HD) • USB-SUN Adapter (adapter for USB SUN CPU) One of the following cables must be used to connect the keyboard/mouse and monitor: PS/2 keyboard/mouse VMTINT-xx OR SUN keyboard/mo
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Additional Features • Users can work individually or share the same CPU. • Up to n users can work with m CPUs where n and m are the switch size acquired. • High density (similar to SCSI) input and output ports that interface cables plug into adapt to PS/2 and SUN platform devices. • Power cycle circuit control allows the NTI switch to be powered OFF, then ON, at any time without affecting the attached CPUs. • Power cycle circuit control allows the attached CPUs to be powered OFF, then ON, at any
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Installation Installation Turn OFF power to all CPUs that will be connected to the NTI ST-nXm-U-HD switch before connecting or disconnecting any cables. 1. If using RS-232 Control see RS-232 section for more information. 2. Connect the monitors to the 15HD female connector ends of the VMTINT-xx or SMTINT-xx cables, depending upon what type of devices will be connected (PS/2 or SUN). See Fig. 1. 3. Connect the keyboards to the purple 6 miniDIN female connector (PS/2) or orange 8 miniDIN female
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Using the ST-nXm-U-HD Switch Using the ST-nXm-U-HD Switch Basic Operation This unit enables any user to access any CPU at any time with no restrictions or limitations. Users can even share a CPU and work on the same project – each from their own console. Resolution is supported through 1900x1200 with no degradation – guaranteed. A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) on the front panel indicates the port to which the user is attached. The ST-nXm-U-HD can be controlled by three methods, front panel k
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OSD Control 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 Feature The security feature in the OSD control
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User Login Mode User Login Mode requires a user to login with a user name and password from the list created by the administrator. With security enabled, the user will be locked to the current CPU and the login screen will remain on the monitor until the user logs in. Function: Keystroke: A-Z (Type any upper or lower case Add a character to the A-Z Shift or + 0-9 alphabetical or numeric character) user name/password Remove previous character Backspace from the user name/password If the pass
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Figure 4- Administration Mode Menu Function: Keystroke: Enter User Name List Mode U (xxx from 002 to 255. ie. t002 (0-2) (0-9) (0-9) Selects the idle time in minutes would set the time out period T - - - x x x for 2 minutes. 000 will disable it. ) Exit Administration Mode and Esc return to previous mode Port Status Mode Port Status mode enables the administrator to view extended status information about the port sel
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Administrator Password (cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Save new password. (The (If Password string and Verify Password string Enter are different, this command will have no effect, administrator will be prompted enabling the administrator to correct the password) for a Yes or No confirmation) Return to Administration Mode Esc User Name List To enter the User Name List press from the Administration Mode menu. The User Name List (see Fig. 6) enables the administrator to see a list of users.
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User Access Functions Command Mode In order to control the switch with the keyboard, Command Mode must be enabled. To enable Command Mode from the keyboard: Press (ACCENT ~ Ctrl + KEY) ` ` All the status lights on the keyboard will illuminate to indicate that Command Mode is enabled. At this point, the Command Mode menu will be displayed. The Command Mode menu (see Fig. 7) lists all CPUs by name and port number. Only 8 ports are listed on the screen at a time. To view the other porti
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Command Mode (Cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Enter Edit Mode Ctrl + E (Only available if administrator is logged in) (xxx from 002 to 255. ie. t002 (0-2) (0-9) (0-9) would set the time-out period Ctrl Selects scan time in seconds + T - - - x x x for 2 seconds) Enter Maintenance Mode Ctrl M + Display Help Menu F1 (0-9) (0-9) (Pxx would be P01, P02, etc.) Select a specific port Ctrl P - - + x x Home Select the first port on the switch End Select the last port on the switch Enter S
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Edit Mode To activate Edit Mode press + from the Command Mode menu. Edit Mode allows only the administrator to modify the names of the CPUs connected to the switch. Names of CPUs can be up to 12 characters in length. Characters typed can be upper or lower case. After changes have been made the administrator will be prompted by the menu to save the changes. Answer "Y" to save changes and answer "N" to continue using previously entered port names. Function: Keystroke: Move cursor
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Search Mode (cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Select the next port Add a character to the search A-Z string and select the best (Type any alphabetical or numeric character) 0-9 matching CPU name Exit Search Mode, return to Enter Esc Command mode or Maintenance Mode To enter Maintenance Mode (see Fig. 8) press + from the Command Mode menu. Maintenance Mode enables a user to customize the On Screen Display to their requirements. Also, the Security Mode can be activated/deactivated from thi
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Maintenance Mode (Cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Log current user out and return (Only displayed when security is active) Q to User Login Mode. Save OSD window parameters Enter for the port Return to Command Mode Esc NOTE: Based on different scan rates, the OSD window may appear in different areas of the monitor as different CPU ports are selected. The Maintenance Mode functions allow placement of the window in a particular area of the monitor and the window will return there wh
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SUN’s Startup Keys With a Sun CPU attached to the switch, the following emergency startup keys are supported: Key Function Stop Bypass POST Stop-A Abort Stop-D Enter diagnostic mode Stop-F Enter Forth on TTYA instead of probing Stop-N Reset NVRAM contents to default values This switch will also support other startup commands not listed above. SUN’s 14 Extra Keys PS/2,Win Keyboards Sun Extras SB+F1 Stop (L1) Use the chart to the left to type SUN’s SB+F2 Again (L2) additional 14 keys using a PS/2
