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Page 1: Software Version
NETWORK 1275 Danner Dr Tel:330-562-7070 TECHNOLOGIES Aurora, OH 44202 Fax:330-562-1999 INCORPORATED www.networktechinc.com UNIMUX Series UNIMUX-nXm-U Multi-user USB KVM Switch Installation and Operation Manual Software Version 1.34 MAN028 Rev 3/26/07... - Page 2 TRADEMARK UNIMUX is a trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries. COPYRIGHT Copyright © 2002-2007 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Materials Not Supplied, but REQUIRED ......................... 2 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS............................3 Additional Features..............................4 RACK MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS..........................5 INSTALLATION................................6 USING THE NTI UNIMUX USB KVM SWITCH ......................10 Basic Operation ................................. 10 Keypad Control ................................10 OSD CONTROL ................................11 Security Option ................................11 Enabling The Security Feature .......................... - Page 4 SUN’s 16 Extra Keys .............................. 24 RS232 CONTROL................................. 26 Remote Connection ..............................26 Baud Rate................................26 Unit Address and Loop Back ..........................26 RS-232 Command Protocol............................28 RS-232 Command Protocol Quick Reference......................28 Autostatus................................28 Matrix Switcher's Control Program For Windows 9X, NT, AND 2000 ............... 29 SerTest- RS232 Interface Test Program ........................
- Page 5 Figure 21- Keyboard layouts................................25 Figure 22- RS232 connection with Matrix-Y-1 cable ........................26 Figure 23- Pinout of Matrix-Y-1 cable .............................. 27 Figure 24- Cascading with only multi-user units ..........................31 Figure 25- Cascaded configuration with single-user masters ......................32 Figure 26- Cascaded switch cable connections..........................
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Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The NTI UNIMUX-nXm-U (formerly referred to as ST-nXm-USBV-U) is a multi-user / USB KVM Switch, (n= number of users, m= number of CPUs). It allows multiple users (up to 8), each with USB user devices and monitor, to communicate directly with any WINDOWS, MAC and/or SUN USB CPU (up to 32) connected to the switch. -
Page 7: Materials
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH MATERIALS Materials Supplied: • NTI UNIMUX-nXm-U Multi-user USB KVM Switch • IEC Power cord- country specific • 4-#10-32 x 3/4" pan head screws and 10-32 cagenuts (server cabinet mounting hardware) • CD with pdf file of this manual Materials Not Supplied, but REQUIRED •... -
Page 8: Features And Functions
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH U N I M U X N T I E S C U S R N e t w o r k T e c h n o l o g i e s I n c... -
Page 9: Additional Features
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Additional Features • A single CPU can be used by one or shared by several users. • Any USB type user device can control any USB CPU (Windows, MAC, and SUN platforms). • Power cycle circuit control allows the UNIMUX switch to be powered OFF, then ON, at any time without affecting the attached CPUs. -
Page 10: Rack Mounting Instructions
This NTI switch was designed to be directly mounted to a rack and includes a mounting flange to make attachment easy. Install 4 cage nuts (supplied) to the rack in locations that line up with the holes (or slots) in the mounting flange on the NTI switch. -
Page 11: Installation
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH INSTALLATION It is not necessary to turn OFF power to CPUs or monitors during this installation unless RS-232 is going to be connected. All cables, except for the RS-232 cables, may be hot plugged. If using RS-232 Control see RS-232 section on page 26 for more information. -
Page 12: Figure 3- Install User Devices (Mouse And Keyboard)
Note: If device cables are not long enough to reach the UNIMUX switch, they can be extended either 5 or 10 meters using either 1 or 2 NTI USB-A+A-5M Improved Active USB 5 Meter Extensions (purchased separately). (See Figure 4.) Contact your NTI salesperson for more details by calling (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 or visit our website at http://www.networktechinc.com. -
Page 13: Figure 5- Group User Ports By Like Number
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH P o r t s f o r U s e r 1 C o n n e c t i o n s P o r t s f o r C P U... - Page 14 NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH 4. Power-up • Plug the UNIMUX switch into an AC power outlet. • Turn ON power to the UNIMUX switch, the LCD should illuminate. • Turn ON power to any or all CPUs connected to the UNIMUX switch (if they aren't ON already).
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Page 15: Using The Nti Unimux Usb Kvm Switch
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH USING THE NTI UNIMUX USB KVM SWITCH Basic Operation The UNIMUX switch enables a user or several users (with sharing enabled) to access any CPU at any time. A CPU can be shared so that more than one user can use a CPU and work on the same project – each from their own console. Resolution is 1920x1200 with no degradation –... -
Page 16: Osd Control
Once the password is setup, if it is lost or forgotten the administrator will have to contact NTI for assistance on clearing the password and set it up again. The administrator can setup each of the users and the limitations of their use of the individual CPUs . -
Page 17: User Login Mode
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH 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. -
Page 18: Administrator Password
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Change Alternate Command (See page 13 for details) Hot Key Exit Administration Mode and return to previous mode Administrator Password To enter the Administrator Password menu press <C> from the Administration Mode menu. The Administrator Password menu (see Figure 11) enables the administrator to change his password. -
Page 19: User Name List
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH User Name List To enter the User Name List press <U> from the Administration Mode menu. The User Name List (see Figure 12) enables the administrator to see a list of users. The administrator can select either an existing user to modify user settings, or an empty record to add a new user. - Page 20 NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH The list below describes the functions available in the Edit User mode: Function: Keystroke: Add a character to user name string, (Type any upper or lower case Shift password string, or verify password alphabetical or numeric character)
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Page 21: Alternate Command Hot Key
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Alternate Command Hot Key To enable the administrator to assign a key in addition to the <`> (accent key) to use with <Ctrl> to enter into OSD Command Mode, an Alternate Command Hot Key option is provided. The default factory setting for this option is <`> (disabling the option). -
Page 22: Figure 15- Command Mode Additional Options
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Note: While in Command Mode, the numbers on the NUM PAD on the keyboard are not active. If numbers are required while in Command Mode, use the numbers on the main key bank. The list below describes the command functions available from the keyboard within the OSD mode of control after entering into... -
Page 23: Scan Mode
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Command Mode (Cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Enter Switch to a selected port (Use this command to update the information Update Configuration Ctrl describing the structure of the cascaded switches. Used if a slave is powered-ON or OFF at any time after initial startup.) -
Page 24: Sharing Mode
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Sharing Mode To activate Sharing Mode press <Ctrl> + <H> from the Command Mode menu. Sharing Mode enables two or more users to access the same port. If Sharing Mode is disabled, the user cannot switch to a port that is already connected to by another user. -
Page 25: Broadcast Mode Configuration
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Change Settings (Cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Exit from Change Settings Return to Command Mode When the <T> is pressed, an edit field showing the actual value of the scan dwell time is displayed at the bottom of the Change Settings menu. -
Page 26: Maintenance Mode
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH NOTE: MAC mode must be enabled on any CPU ports that are connected to a CPU through an NTI ST-C5USBV extender. To enter the MAC Ports Configuration menu, the administrator must press <M> from the Change Settings menu, described on page 16. -
Page 27: Search Mode
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Maintenance Mode (cont'd) Function: Keystroke: Log current user out and return (Only displayed when security is active) to User Login Mode. Save OSD window parameters Enter for the port Return to Command Mode NOTE: Based on different scan rates, the OSD window may appear in different areas of the monitor as different CPU ports are selected. -
Page 28: F3- Display Information
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH F3- Display Information To display information about a selected port, pressing the <F3> key from within the Command Mode main menu will cause a window to open. The window will show the name of the port and its position in the system structure, level by level. This is most useful when cascading switches (see Cascading- page 31). -
Page 29: Keyboard Mapping
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Keyboard Mapping The keyboard configuration of each CPU is saved in the UNIMUX switch. For example, if the CPU attached to Port 4 had CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK selected the last time that CPU was accessed, then they will automatically be set when that CPU is accessed again. -
Page 30: Figure 21- Keyboard Layouts
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH E s c N u m B a c k s p a c e L o c k T a b E n t e r C a p s L o c k... -
Page 31: Rs232 Control
To allow multiple units to be controlled from a single host port, the RS232 control interface is designed to allow "daisy chaining" up to 15 units using an NTI Matrix-Y-1 cable. By setting the appropriate unit address with the keypad, each unit can be given a unique address (1-15). -
Page 32: Figure 23- Pinout Of Matrix-Y-1 Cable
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH W i r i n g S c h e m a t i c o f M a t r i x - Y - 1 c a b l e 9 D M a l e... -
Page 33: Rs-232 Command Protocol
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH RS-232 Command Protocol Host controller commands supported by the unit are defined below. RS-232 Command Protocol Quick Reference Legend: (All numbers must be two digits) SW : Switch (01-15) Save Into Memory Bank (00-09) BR :... -
Page 34: Matrix Switcher's Control Program For Windows 9X, Nt, And 2000
The Matrix Switcher's Control Program performs best on monitors set to a screen resolution of at least 800 X 600. Instruction for using the Matrix Switcher’s Control Program is available by opening "MSCP Help" in the "NTI" program group once the program has been installed and is open on the screen. -
Page 35: Setup Options
Press <Esc> or <Enter> to back out to the main menu and press again to exit. RMTEST-RS232 Interface Test Program This software also allows a user to test the functions of an NTI server switch, matrix switch or Multi-user/Multi-platform switch RS232 interface. The RMTEST program is automatically loaded when installing the MATRIX SWITCHER'S CONTROL PROGRAM as described on page 29. -
Page 36: Cascading
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH CASCADING The UNIMUX USB Matrix switch can be expanded to access up to 1024 CPUs by cascading multiple units together. As many switches as there are CPU ports may be connected to a UNIMUX USB Matrix switch. (See Figure 24) All downstream switches are referred to as "slaves"... -
Page 37: Cable Connections
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH U S E R 1 U S E R 2 U S E R 3 U S E R 4 U S E R P O R T U S E R P O R T... -
Page 38: Figure 26- Cascaded Switch Cable Connections
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH R E A R V I E W O F M A S T E R U N I M U X N T I U S E R 4 U S E R 3... -
Page 39: Operating Cascaded Switches
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH Operating Cascaded Switches Immediately after powering-ON the Master switch, the following splash screen will display on the monitor: All the downstream switches should be powered ON before pressing any key. If there are USB extenders connected, they should also be powered ON. -
Page 40: Safety Statements
Servicing NTI products are not intended to be serviced in the field and contain no user-serviceable parts. In the event repair is needed, all servicing must be performed by factory trained and authorized service personnel. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
CPU connected. SPECIFICATIONS Video Connectors female 15HD Video Resolution 1920 x 1200 (max.) Video Support SVGA, XGA, VGA most DVI monitors (when used with NTI DVIF-15HDM adapter) Video Bandwidth 150 Mhz USER Keyboard/Mouse female USB Type B connectors Mouse and Keyboard... -
Page 42: Index
NTI UNIMUX MULTI-USER KVM SWITCH INDEX A ctivate security, 21 Maintenance Mode, 21 A lternate command hot key, 16 M atrix Switcher's Control Program, 29 Apple Mouse, 24 mounting in rack, 5 Autostatus, 28 OSD, 11 P assword and User Name, 11...
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