Amulet Hotkey DXH4 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ® emote oRkstation aRds ser manUal DXH4 and DXH4-M HB-DXH4-0002 Revision 3.1 June 2018...
  • Page 2 The information contained in this document represents the current view of Amulet Hotkey® as of the date of publication. Because Amulet Hotkey must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Amulet Hotkey, and Amulet Hotkey cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication.
  • Page 3 FCC logo or FCC ID on the label. The DXH4 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, as defined by Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1.7.2 WoL not supported - RPC cable required ..Video inputs ........... 10 STEP 7: Complete the installation ..16 1.8.1 Standard video resolution ......STEP 8: Connect a zero client to the DXH4 ............... 17 1.8.2 High video resolution ........Management tools and connection 3.8.1 Connect to a DXH4 using SLP Discovery ..
  • Page 5 Contents 5. Install a DXH4 with a network expansion 7.2.1 Auto Detect ............ card (DXEC) ........21 7.2.2 Connect directly to a specified host ....7.2.3 Connect to a choice of hosts using SLP Before you install a network expansion Discovery ............
  • Page 6 Remote Workstation Host Cards 9. Additional information ....... 33 Make sure the DXH4 firmware is up to date ............33 9.1.1 Check the BSM firmware on an individual host card ..............9.1.2 How to remove the DXH4 ....... Fan maintenance ........33 9.2.1 Fan fault LED indication (firmware dependent)
  • Page 7 List of figures Figure 1: Front panel features �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �11 Figure 2: STATUS (link) LED ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �12 Figure 3: Network LEDs on the DXH4 ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �13 Figure 4:. D XH4.connections ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �14 Figure 5: Examples of PCIe slots ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �15 Figure 6: PCIe auxiliary power socket���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 8: List Of Tables

    Figure 22:. C onnection.Management.Interface.selection ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������28 Figure 23:. O SD.Automatic.connection.screen ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29 Figure 24:. D isconnect.option.on.the.OSD ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29 Figure 25: Status LEDs on the DXH4 ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������34 List of tables Table 1:. S TATUS.PCoIP.LED.activity �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12 Table 2:. A CTIVITY.status.LED.indication ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13 Table 3:. S PEED.status.LED.indication ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13 Table 4: Zero client management tools �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������25...
  • Page 9: Before You Start

    DXH4 models the distances over which they can drive a signal can vary. This The DXH4 is a x4 PCI express (PCIe) card that also fits in x8 and especially applies to fiber SFP modules. x16 slots. It is available with the following variations:...
  • Page 10: Wake On Lan And Remote Power Cycling

    Management tools are available to establish and configure PCoIP power cycle the host computer from a remote zero client links between the DXH4 and a zero client. You can connect a zero requires the installation of a Remote Power Cable (RPC).
  • Page 11: Your Dxh4

    2. Your DXH4 1. Network port: The standard DXH4 has an RJ45 socket. The The DXH4 has four LEDs, a network port, four video input sockets and a recessed button. These are described in the DXH4-M has a socket that accepts an SFP module. See the...
  • Page 12: I/O Bracket Status Leds

    Remote Workstation Host Cards I/O bracket status LEDs 2.2.2 STATUS LED The status LEDs on the I/O bracket (see Figure 1) show the status The host card has a STATUS (link) LED to indicate the type and status of the network connection. of the network connection including: •...
  • Page 13: Network Activity And Network Speed Leds

    It is a good idea to use video inputs 1 and 2 fall-back address of 192.168.1.75) on the DXH4 and video outputs 1 and 2 on the zero client. BSM update is complete. The BSM network...
  • Page 14: Internal Card Connections

    5. Auxiliary (‘aux’) power socket: Use this socket to power an alternative to using the recessed button (see 2.1), you can a DXH4 card if there are no free PCIe sockets in the host use this jumper to restore the DXH4 factory settings. Close computer.
  • Page 15: Set Up The Host Card

    Make sure you wear a wriststrap and follow anti-static precautions before you handle any cards, or work on the PC. 1. Make a note of the MAC address on the label of the DXH4. Auxilliary power You may need this when pairing the DXH4 to a zero client.
  • Page 16: Connect Remote Power Cable (Optional)

    1. Disconnect the existing power cable between the power Important! It is best to use video inputs 1 and 2 on the DXH4 button (4) and the motherboard (3). See Figure and video outputs 1 and 2 on the zero client.
  • Page 17: Step 8: Connect A Zero Client To The Dxh4

    Amulet Hotkey host cards and zero new PCoIP session. clients is ahkdante. The zero client connects to the DXH4 via the network port. 3.10 Set up is complete Note: We recommend reading 6. Introduction to PCoIP...
  • Page 18 Remote Workstation Host Cards Page 18...
  • Page 19: How To Install Dual Dxh4 Cards

    DXH4. links (Option C below) onto a single network unless that network supports Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). 2. Install the first DXH4 into any free x8 or x16 PCIe slot in the host PC. See Figure...
  • Page 20: Install The Second Dxh4

    Install the second DXH4 1. (For network solution B only) Connect the free end of the interlink cable to the second DXH4. 2. Install the second DXH4 into any free x1, x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slot in the host PC. Interlink...
  • Page 21: Install A Dxh4 With A Network Expansion Card (Dxec)

    DXH4. See item 4. in Figure 4: DXH4 connections. The large LED on the DXEC card turns OFF. 2. Install the DXH4 into a free x1, x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slot in the host PC or workstation. www.amulethotkey.com | Page 21...
  • Page 22 Remote Workstation Host Cards Page 22...
  • Page 23: Introduction To Pcoip

    LAN/WAN connection Example host: Up to four displays per DXZ4 M630 blade PowerEdge server Remote Workstation Host DXH4 and Tower PC Figure 14: Typical PCoIP set up www.amulethotkey.com | Page 23...
  • Page 24: Multi-Codec Display Processing

    The DXP4 is a PCoIP host card that installs into a PCIe slot. 6.4.1 Increased security Other Amulet Hotkey PCoIP hosts are available in various form As PCoIP zero clients have a stateless architecture and no local factors. Some install inside a PC while others are located near to data storage, they are the most secure endpoint available.
  • Page 25: Low Maintenance

    For more Console define configuration profiles, and apply information on the PCoIP Management Console, contact configuration profiles to groups. Amulet Hotkey Technical Support. A web application that you can use Administrative Web to remotely configure individual zero Interface (AWI) clients and PCoIP hosts.
  • Page 26: Administrative Web Interface (Awi)

    Remote Workstation Host Cards 6.5.2 Administrative Web Interface (AWI) 6.5.3 On Screen Display (OSD) The AWI is an embedded HTTPS web interface for PCoIP devices. The OSD appears when the zero client is powered on and It enables you to remotely configure individual PCoIP hosts and a PCoIP session is not in progress.
  • Page 27: Set Up A Pcoip Session

    et ConneCted 7. Set up a PCoIP session The following connection methods are available: • Auto Detect This section describes how to connect a zero client to a remote PCoIP host or virtual desktop. • Connect directly to a specified host Power up the zero client •...
  • Page 28: Pcoip Connection Manager

    Remote Workstation Host Cards advanced settings to remember the last connected PCoIP host. 7.2.6 Connect using VMware View You can configure zero clients to use PCoIP to connect to a 7.2.3 Connect to a choice of hosts using SLP Discovery virtual desktop in a VMware View environment.
  • Page 29: Set An Automatic Connection

    Get connected 2. Enter the IP address (or DNS name) for the third party connection broker. 3. Click OK. See section for more information about third party connection brokers. Set an automatic connection You can set up zero clients to automatically connect to a remote PCoIP host or virtual desktop when the end-user logs on.
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  • Page 31: Manage The Network

    • settings made by the user. linked via an additional cable so that traffic can be routed Exact bandwidth requirements for PCoIP are difficult to predict, through either DXH4. The network ports are connected to use the values in Table 5 as a guide only: an internal, unmanaged network switch.
  • Page 32: Choose A Connection Broker If Required

    Remote Workstation Host Cards Choose a connection broker if required All Amulet Hotkey zero clients can be configured to use a third party connection broker (also known as a connection management server). For example, the following connection broker products include PCoIP support: •...
  • Page 33: Additional Information

    3. Unplug the power cable. Wait for at least 60 seconds. 4. Remove any covers to provide access to the PCIe sockets. 5. Wait for the DXH4 to cool down before you remove it from the PCIe socket. 6. Re-assemble the host computer and reconnect the power cable.
  • Page 34: Check The Function Of The Ethernet Connection In An Octal Configuration

    For the DXH4 with Ethernet cable connected, the ACTIVITY LED is flashing and the SPEED LED is ON and AMBER (or GREEN). The ACTIVITY and SPEED LEDs are OFF on the other DXH4. 6. Remove the Ethernet connector, and re-connect to the first DXH4 card.
  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    Via PCIe bus. Switch-able to RPC cable option Wake-On-LAN Note: Because of the SFP module power requirements, the DXH4-M does not support Wake-on-LAN on some PCs. Contact Amulet Hotkey Technical Support for details Remote power control of...
  • Page 36: Environment

    Remote Workstation Host Cards 10.3.3 Environment Description Specification Cooling Dynamic fan cooling. Fan operates between 0-100% as required, depending on load and ambient conditions Card: PCIe small form factor (low profile, half-length) PCIe form factor Bracket: Half-height fitted as standard and full-height bracket supplied. Unit weight 175g (0.4 lbs) - excludes packaging and other kit parts Regulatory...

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