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USER MANUAL
Draco tera flex
KVM Matrix Switch
Series K480-xxF
Document K480-xxF_REV01.00_en
Edition: 2021-04-20

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Draco tera flex KVM Matrix Switch Series K480-xxF Document K480-xxF_REV01.00_en Edition: 2021-04-20...
  • Page 2 Product Identification The model and serial number of your products are indicated on the bottom of our products. Always refer to this information when you need to contact your dealer or the support of IHSE GmbH (see chapter 13, page 324).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Draco tera flex Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents................................3 Important Information ..........................10 Firmware and Software ........................10 Symbols for Warnings and Helpful Information ................. 10 Spellings ............................. 10 Intended Use ............................11 EU Declaration of Conformity ......................11 Safety instructions ............................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Draco tera flex 4.8.6 Status LEDs for Power Supply ................... 45 Access Options ............................46 Control Options via OSD ........................46 5.1.1 Command Mode ......................... 46 5.1.2 OSD Keyboard Control ....................... 48 5.1.3 OSD Keyboard Commands ....................48 5.1.4 OSD Menu Structure ......................
  • Page 5 Draco tera flex Table of Contents 7.3.8 Date and Time ........................85 User Settings ............................87 7.4.1 User Settings ........................87 7.4.2 User Favorite List ........................ 90 7.4.3 User Macros ........................91 7.4.4 User Groups ........................93 Extender Settings ..........................95 Configuring an USB 2.0 Extender ......................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Draco tera flex 8.4.7 Setting Syslog Function ....................151 8.4.8 Setting SNMP Function ....................155 8.4.9 Setting LDAP Configuration (Active Directory) ..............161 8.4.10 Setting Date and Time ...................... 163 Configuring User Settings ........................ 165 8.5.1 Setting User Access ......................165 8.5.2 Setting User Favorites ......................
  • Page 7 Draco tera flex Table of Contents 8.14 Updating the Extender Firmware ..................... 251 8.15 License Management ........................257 Operation ..............................258 Switching Operation via Keyboard ....................258 9.1.1 Direct Switching ........................ 258 9.1.2 Scan Mode ........................259 9.1.3 Function Keys <F1> to <F16> ..................260 9.1.4 Switching a CON Unit to a local Source ................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Draco tera flex 9.9.2 Restarting the I/O Board ....................300 9.9.3 Restarting the Controller Board ..................301 9.9.4 Resetting the Matrix to the Factory Settings ..............302 9.9.5 Powering Down the Matrix ....................303 9.9.6 Powering Down the I/O Board ..................304 9.10 Restarting, Resetting, and Powering down Functions via Management Software ......
  • Page 9 Draco tera flex Table of Contents 12.6 Failure at the Matrix ......................... 322 12.7 Failure at the Interconnection Port ....................322 12.7.1 Error Indication at the 1G Cat X Port ................322 12.7.2 Error Indication at the 3G Cat X Port ................322 12.7.3 Error Indication at the Fiber Port ..................

  • Page 10: Important Information

    Important Information Draco tera flex Important Information Firmware and Software The release information for the firmware and software described in this user manual is listed below. The manual is updated when firmware or software changes affect user behavior or system behavior. Firmware Version from Release date MATAPP...

  • Page 11: Intended Use

    EU Declaration of Conformity Please find the EU Declaration of Conformity for the product series under: www.ihse.com/eu-declaration-of-conformity A copy of the original, product-specific EU Declaration of Conformity can be provided upon request. For contact details, see page 2 of this manual.

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Draco tera flex Safety instructions To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your device, please note the following guidelines:  Read this user manual carefully.  Only use the device according to this user manual. Failure to follow the instructions described can damage the device or endanger the security of your data.
  • Page 13 Draco tera flex Safety instructions Disconnect the Device from the Circuit NOTICE The cable plugs on the device side can contain a lock. In the event of a necessary quick and complete disconnection from external electric circuits:  remove all corresponding cable plugs from the socket, ...

  • Page 14: Consignes De Sécurité

    Consignes de Sécurité Draco tera flex Consignes de Sécurité Pour garantir un fonctionnement fiable et sûr de votre périphérique à long terme, veuillez respecter les directives suivantes :  Lisez attentivement ce manuel d'utilisation.  N'utilisez le périphérique que conformément à ce manuel d'utilisation. Le non-respect des instructions décrites peut endommager le périphérique ou mettre en danger la sécurité...
  • Page 15 Draco tera flex Consignes de Sécurité Connexion  Avant de connecter le périphérique et les unités d'alimentation, vérifiez qu'ils ne présentent pas de dommages visibles.  Seulement connectez le périphérique et les unités d'alimentation que si l'appareil et les ports ne sont pas endommagés.

  • Page 16: Description

    Description Draco tera flex Description System Overview A Draco tera matrix system consists of a Draco tera matrix and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU Units / CON Units. The Draco tera matrix is connected to the CPU Units / CON Units by interconnect cables.

  • Page 17: Fig. 2 Example - System Overview Single-Head Installation With Multi-Screen Control

    Draco tera flex Description Any signal source can be switched to any number of monitors that will show the video signal at the same time. Audio may also be switched if required. Single-Head Installation with Multi-Screen Control When using Multi-Screen Control, switching control between up to eight connected sources (computers, CPUs) can be performed at one sink with only one connected mouse or keyboard.

  • Page 18: Fig. 3 Example - System Overview Dual-Head Installation With Multi-Screen Control

    Description Draco tera flex Dual-Head Installation with Multi-Screen Control When using Multi-Screen Control, switching control between up to eight connected sources (computers, CPUs) can be performed at one sink with only one connected mouse or keyboard. In a Dual-Head installation, the sink can consist of up to sixteen monitors when operating Dual-Head Sources. In a matrix system, Multi-Screen Control can be set up at multiple sinks.

  • Page 19: Product Range

    Draco tera flex Description Product Range Product Range - Standard Systems 4.4.1 Draco tera flex Cat X 1G Part No. Description Rack unit K480-C16 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 16-Port, Cat X 1G 1 RU K480-C24 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 24-Port, Cat X 1G 1 RU K480-C32 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 32-Port, Cat X 1G...

  • Page 20: Draco Tera Flex Fiber 1G

    Description Draco tera flex 4.4.3 Draco tera flex Fiber 1G Part No. Description Rack unit K480-F16 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 16-Port, fiber 1G 1 RU K480-F24 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 24-Port, fiber 1G 1 RU K480-F32 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 32-Port, fiber 1G 1 RU K480-F40 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 40-Port, fiber 1G...

  • Page 21: Draco Tera Flex Hybrid 1G

    Draco tera flex Description 4.4.5 Draco tera flex Hybrid 1G Part No. Description Rack unit K480-C24F16 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 40-Port, hybrid 1G 1 RU K480-C24F40 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 64-Port, hybrid 1G 2 RU K480-C40F24 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 64-Port, hybrid 1G 2 RU K480-C40F40 Draco tera flex KVM Matrix 80-Port, hybrid 1G...

  • Page 22: Scope Of Delivery

    Description Draco tera flex Scope of Delivery The scope of delivery contains the following items: Product type Scope of delivery • Draco tera flex Standard systems • 2x IEC connection cable for power supply lockable 2,0 m • 2x Mounting brackets •...

  • Page 23: Device Views

    Draco tera flex Description Device Views The following views of the Draco tera flex matrix illustrate the currently available variants: 4.7.1 Overview Draco tera flex 16-Port Fig. 4 Front side - K480-C16 and K480-CX16 Fig. 5 Front side - K480-F16 and K480-FX16 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16...

  • Page 24: Overview Draco Tera Flex 24-Port

    Description Draco tera flex 4.7.2 Overview Draco tera flex 24-Port Fig. 7 Front side - K480-C24 and K480-CX24 Fig. 8 Front side - K480-F24 and K480-FX24 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 1 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 17 to 24 Reset button Fig.

  • Page 25: Overview Draco Tera Flex 32-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.3 Overview Draco tera flex 32-Port Fig. 10 Front side - K480-C32 and K480-CX32 Fig. 11 Front side - K480-F32 and K480-FX32 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16 Reset button I/O-Ports 17 to 24 I/O-Ports 25 to 32 Network port 1 (RJ45)

  • Page 26: Overview Draco Tera Flex 32-Port With Grid

    Description Draco tera flex 4.7.4 Overview Draco tera flex 32-Port with Grid The following products are expected to be available from Q3/2021. Fig. 13 Front side - K480-C32G Fig. 14 Front side - K480-F32G I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16 Reset button Grid port 1...

  • Page 27: Overview Draco Tera Flex 40-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.5 Overview Draco tera flex 40-Port Fig. 16 Front side - K480-C40 and K480-CX40 Fig. 17 Front side - K480-F40 and K480-FX40 Fig. 18 Front side - K480-C24F16 and K480-CX24FX16 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16 Reset button I/O-Ports 17 to 24...

  • Page 28: Overview Draco Tera Flex 48-Port

    Description Draco tera flex 4.7.6 Overview Draco tera flex 48-Port Fig. 20 Front side - K480-C48 and K480-CX48 Fig. 21 Front side - K480-F48 and K480-FX48 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 I/O-Ports 57 to 64 I/O-Ports 41 to 48 Network port 1 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 9 to 16 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 49 to 56...

  • Page 29: Overview Draco Tera Flex 64-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.7 Overview Draco tera flex 64-Port Fig. 23 Front side - K480-C64 and K480-CX64 Fig. 24 Front side - K480-F64 and K480-FX64 Fig. 25 Front side - K480-C24F40 and K480-CX24FX40 Fig. 26 Front side - K480-C40F24 and K480-CX40FX24 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 1 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 41 to 48...

  • Page 30: Fig. 27 Rear Side - 64-Port

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 27 Rear side - 64-Port Power supply connector (standard) Grounding Power supply connector (redundancy)

  • Page 31: Overview Draco Tera Flex 80-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.8 Overview Draco tera flex 80-Port Fig. 28 Front side - K480-C80 and K480-CX80 Fig. 29 Front side - K480-F80 and K480-FX80 Fig. 30 Front side - K480-C40F40 and K480-CX40FX40 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 Network port 2 (RJ45) I/O-Ports 41 to 48 Reset button I/O-Ports 9 to 16...

  • Page 32: Fig. 31 Rear Side - 80-Port

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 31 Rear side - 80-Port Power supply connector (standard) Grounding Power supply connector (redundancy)

  • Page 33: Overview Draco Tera Flex 120-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.9 Overview Draco tera flex 120-Port Fig. 32 Front side - K480-C120 and K480-CX120 Fig. 33 Front side - K480-F120 and K480-FX120...

  • Page 34: Fig. 34 Front Side - K480-C80F40 And K480-Cx80Fx40

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 34 Front side - K480-C80F40 and K480-CX80FX40 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 10 I/O-Ports 25 to 32 I/O-Ports 41 to 48 11 I/O-Ports 65 to 72 I/O-Ports 9 to 16 12 I/O-Ports 33 to 40 I/O-Ports 49 to 56 13 I/O-Ports 73 to 80 I/O-Ports 17 to 24 14 I/O-Ports 81 to 88...

  • Page 35: 4.7.10 Overview Draco Tera Flex 128-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.10 Overview Draco tera flex 128-Port Fig. 36 Front side - K480-C128 and K480-CX128 Fig. 37 Front side - K480-F128 and K480-FX128 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 11 I/O-Ports 65 to 72 I/O-Ports 41 to 48 12 I/O-Ports 33 to 40 I/O-Ports 9 to 16 13 I/O-Ports 73 to 80 I/O-Ports 49 to 56...

  • Page 36: Fig. 38 Rear Side - 128-Port

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 38 Rear side - 128-Port Power supply connector (standard) Grounding Power supply connector (redundancy)

  • Page 37: 4.7.11 Overview Draco Tera Flex 144-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.11 Overview Draco tera flex 144-Port Fig. 39 Front side - K480-C144 and K480-CX144 Fig. 40 Front side - K480-F144 and K480-FX144 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 12 I/O-Ports 33 to 40 I/O-Ports 41 to 48 13 I/O-Ports 73 to 80 I/O-Ports 9 to 16 14 I/O-Ports 81 to 88 I/O-Ports 49 to 56...

  • Page 38: Fig. 41 Rear Side - 144-Port

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 41 Rear side - 144-Port Power supply connector (standard) Grounding Power supply connector (redundancy)

  • Page 39: 4.7.12 Overview Draco Tera Flex 160-Port

    Draco tera flex Description 4.7.12 Overview Draco tera flex 160-Port Fig. 42 Front side - K480-C160 and K480-CX160 Fig. 43 Front side - K480-F160 and K480-FX160...

  • Page 40: Fig. 44 Front Side - K480-C120F40 And K480-Cx120Fx40

    Description Draco tera flex Fig. 44 Front side - K480-C120F40 and K480-CX120FX40 Fig. 45 Front side - K480-C80F80 and K480-CX80FX80 I/O-Ports 1 to 8 13 I/O-Ports 73 to 80 I/O-Ports 41 to 48 14 I/O-Ports 81 to 88 I/O-Ports 9 to 16 15 I/O-Ports 121 to 128 I/O-Ports 49 to 56 16 I/O-Ports 89 to 96...

  • Page 41: Fig. 46 Rear Side - 160-Port

    Draco tera flex Description Fig. 46 Rear side - 160-Port Power supply connector (standard) Grounding Power supply connector (redundancy)

  • Page 42: Status Indication At The Device

    Description Draco tera flex Status Indication at the Device 4.8.1 Status LEDs for Device Status Fig. 47 Front side - LEDs for device status Device status LED 1 Device status LED 2 LEDs for Device Status (CPU Module) LED 1 LED 2 Description White...

  • Page 43: Status Leds For Link Connection, 3G Cat X

    Draco tera flex Description An interconnection failure is indicated as follows: LED 1 / 2 Description Flashing Extender is not detected orange 4.8.3 Status LEDs for Link Connection, 3G Cat X Fig. 49 Front side - LEDs at I/O Ports, 3G Cat X Link status LED 1 for lower port Link status LED 1 for upper port Link status LED 2 for lower port...

  • Page 44: Status Leds For Link Connection, Fiber

    Description Draco tera flex 4.8.4 Status LEDs for Link Connection, Fiber Fig. 50 Front side - LEDs at I/O Ports, Fiber Link status LED 1 for lower port Link status LED 1 for upper port Link status LED 2 for lower port Link status LED 2 for upper port Status LEDs at the I/O Ports, Fiber When an interconnection is established, the LEDs light up in the following sequence:...

  • Page 45: Status Leds For Power Supply

    Draco tera flex Description Status LEDs of the Network Port Pos. Status Description 1 /3 Activity No network connection available or data traffic not active status Network connection available, data traffic active (orange) 2 /4 Link status No network connection available (green) Network connection available 4.8.6...

  • Page 46: Access Options

    The Tera Tool (below referred to as “management software”) is available as a single executable program file (desktop) does not require installation. The management software can be downloaded from the link https://www.ihse.com/software. Advanced settings can be configured on the Draco tera operating system using the management software: •...
  • Page 47 Draco tera flex Access Options The following keyboard commands are used to enter, and to exit the command mode, and to change the Hot Key. Function Keyboard command Enter command mode 2x <Left Shift> (Hot Key) (default) Exit command mode <Esc>...

  • Page 48: Osd Keyboard Control

    Access Options Draco tera flex 5.1.2 OSD Keyboard Control Via OSD (On-Screen-Display) you set the basic configuration of the matrix operating system, query several states, and control several functions by keyboard commands during normal use.  To enter the OSD of the matrix, connect a keyboard to a CON Unit of an extender. The following keyboard commands are used to open and to exit the OSD: Keyboard command Function...
  • Page 49 Draco tera flex Access Options Keyboard command Function <Page Down> Next page in menus with more than one page <Tab> In menus with input fields: next input field <Left Shift> + In menus with input fields: previous input field <Tab> <+>...

  • Page 50: Osd Menu Structure

    Access Options Draco tera flex 5.1.4 OSD Menu Structure The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas: • upper status area (topmost two text lines) • working area • lower status area (lowest two text lines) Fig. 53 OSD Main menu The following functions are available in most of the menus: Button...

  • Page 51: Osd Sort Function

    Draco tera flex Access Options 5.1.5 OSD Sort Function Lists and tables in the OSD offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search. The following sorting functions are available: Keyboard command Function Sort ID numbers in descending order by pressing the keyboard command once. <F1>...

  • Page 52: Control Options Via Management Software

    Access Options Draco tera flex Control Options via Management Software 5.2.1 Management Software Menu Structure The menu structure of the management software is subdivided into various sections: Fig. 54 Management software Menu structure Menu bar (top line) Task area (left menu section) Toolbar (second line) Working area (right menu section) Tab bar (third line)

  • Page 53: Management Software Toolbar

    Draco tera flex Access Options Information for Operating and for Support Functions The operation of the management software is intuitive and corresponds to the user interface of common operating systems. • Help texts: The management software contains its own support function. The integrated help texts in the working area of the management software can be activated or deactivated by clicking the checkbox in the upper right corner.

  • Page 54: Management Software Keyboard Control

    Access Options Draco tera flex 5.2.4 Management Software Keyboard Control The following keyboard commands are available for the navigation and configuration within the menus: Keyboard command Function <Cursor Left> Cursor to the left <Cursor Right> Cursor to the right <Cursor Up> Line up <Cursor Down>...

  • Page 55: Management Software Sort Function

    Draco tera flex Access Options 5.2.7 Management Software Sort Function Lists and tables in the management software offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search. An active filter is indicated by an arrow in the header. Sort function Action Result •...

  • Page 56: Management Software Report Function

    Access Options Draco tera flex 5.2.9 Management Software Report Function The management software is equipped with a report function that shows the current switching status and all relevant parts of the matrix configuration in a PDF file. The report function can be used in both online and offline mode of the management software. To create a report, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 57: Fig. 57 Management Software File - Report - Save Report

    Draco tera flex Access Options 4. Navigate to the preferred location for storage of the report. 5. Click the Finish button to confirm the report. The report will be created as a PDF file. Fig. 57 Management software File - Report - Save Report...

  • Page 58: Installation

    Installation Draco tera flex Installation NOTICE Please verify that interconnect cables, interfaces, and handling of the devices comply with the requirements (see chapter 10, page 314). First-time users are recommended to set up the system in a test environment that is limited to a single room.

  • Page 59: Initial Commissioning Of The Matrix

    Draco tera flex Installation 6.2.2 Initial Commissioning of the Matrix 1. Connect the monitor, keyboard, and mouse to a functionally tested CON Unit. 2. Connect the CON Unit to an I/O port of the matrix by using the interconnect cables (Cat X or fiber). 3.

  • Page 60: Connecting The Matrix Via Management Software

    Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Management software Tera Tool Downloaded from https://www.ihse.com/software with integrated Java Runtime Network connection Available between computer and matrix If you want to use the management software without integrated Java Runtime, the following requirements...

  • Page 61: Setting Up Network And Firewall Releases

    Draco tera flex Installation 6.4.1 Setting up Network and Firewall Releases Releasing Network Ports The following ports are used by the matrix depending on the configuration and have to be released at the security gateway if necessary. The ports will only have to be released if you want to use the respective function.

  • Page 62: Starting The Management Software

    Installation Draco tera flex 6.4.3 Starting the Management Software  Open the management software by a double-click on the program icon on the desktop or the file in the directory. The management software starts in offline mode. Fig. 58 Management software Offline mode There are two options to connect to a matrix.

  • Page 63: Connecting To The Matrix Via Device Finder

    Draco tera flex Installation 4. Enter the username and password of the administrator (see chapter 8.5, page 165). By default, the username is admin, and the password of the administrator is admin. 5. Click the Login button to confirm your entries. Fig.
  • Page 64 Installation Draco tera flex The following device information is shown in the Device Finder: Information Description Broadcast/Multicast Search parameters for finding devices. Search via broadcast: 255.255.255.255 (default). Input for search within a multicast group: multicast address (chapter 8.4.6, page 149) Device Name of the device Name...

  • Page 65: Configuration Via Osd

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Configuration via OSD NOTICE Possible loss of configuration changes By clicking the Okay button, changes are applied to the active configuration and saved in the volatile memory of the matrix. In the event of a sudden power failure, these changes are lost. To save changes permanently: ...

  • Page 66: Overview Configuration Menu

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex NOTICE For security reasons, please change the administrator password as soon as possible (see chapter 7.4.1, page 87). To log out a user, press the <F10> key again. When leaving the configuration or assignment menu, the administrator is logged out automatically. Overview Configuration Menu Various system functions and options are available in the configuration menu.

  • Page 67: System Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD System Settings 7.3.1 Setting System Configuration The parameters for the system configuration are set in this menu: Fig. 63 OSD Menu Configuration - System The following parameters can be configured: System Field Entry Description Device Text Enter the device name of the matrix (default: SWITCH_01)
  • Page 68 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Field Entry Description Auto Save Save the current configuration of the matrix in the flash memory periodically. Note: During the save operation, the matrix will not react to commands. Saving takes place every 600 seconds if changes of the configuration or switching operations have been executed in the meantime.
  • Page 69 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Field Entry Description Remove IO-Boards Note: Only for Draco tera enterprise 576: Shut down of I/O boards if the second controller board is not available. Connection will be disconnected. Keep Gridlines Function not available in the firmware described in this manual Function not active (default) OSD Data CPU Field...
  • Page 70 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex To set the parameters for the system configuration, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > System in the main menu. 2. Modify the desired settings. 3. Click the Okay button to confirm your entries.

  • Page 71: Enabling Automatic Creation Of Cpu And Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.3.2 Enabling Automatic Creation of CPU and CON Devices Settings for automatic creation of CPU and CON Devices when a new CON extender module or CPU extender module is connected are set in this menu. Fig.

  • Page 72: Setting Access Configuration

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.3.3 Setting Access Configuration The access configuration is set in this menu. Fig. 65 OSD Menu Configuration - Access The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Force User Login The user has to login with a username and a password once to enter OSD.
  • Page 73 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Field Entry Description OR User/CON ACL The user obtains the sum of access rights from the CON Device and his personal access rights after logging in (extended access) Function not active (default) AND User/CON ACL The user obtains the common divisor of access rights from the CON Device and his personal access rights after logging in (reduced access)

  • Page 74: Setting Switch Configuration

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.3.4 Setting Switch Configuration This menu enables shared operation of a CPU Device by two or more CON Devices. A CPU Device can be controlled by only one CON Device at a time but can be taken over successively by other CON Devices. Control of a CPU Unit by a CON Unit is relinquished after the expiration of an inactivity timer associated with the controlling CON Device.
  • Page 75 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Field Entry Description Force Connect The user can connect to every single CPU Device as an operator, including those that are related to another user. Note: The previous user is set to Video Only status. To share K/M control, Force Connect has to be activated.

  • Page 76: Setting Network Configuration

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.3.5 Setting Network Configuration NOTICE To initialize system-relevant configuration changes, the matrix must be restarted. Restarting the matrix can take several minutes and the matrix is not available during the restart. NOTICE Consult your system administrator before modifying the network parameters. Otherwise, unexpected results and failures can occur in combination with the network.
  • Page 77 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD The following parameters can be configured: Network Interface #1 Field Entry Description Dual Interface Redundant network connection is deactivated Redundant network connection is activated (default) DHCP The network settings are automatically supplied by a DHCP server.
  • Page 78 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Field Entry Description Activate information messages in Trace (default: N) Activate notification messages in Trace (default: Y) Activate warning messages in Trace (default: Y) Activate error messages in Trace (default: Y) Syslog #1/#2 Activate debug messages in Syslog (default: N) Note: The debug messages are exclusively for matrix diagnostics.

  • Page 79: Setting Ldap Configuration (Active Directory)

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.3.6 Setting LDAP Configuration (Active Directory) NOTICE To initialize the LDAP configuration changes, the matrix must be restarted. Restarting the matrix can take several minutes and the matrix is not available during the restart. The KVM matrix can be synchronized with the directory service Active Directory with regard to user authentication.
  • Page 80 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description LDAP LDAP for the request of information from a user administration is active Function not active (default) LDAP TLS/SSL Enable a secured transmission (transport layer security) for the Active Directory access.

  • Page 81: Setting Snmp Function

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.3.7 Setting SNMP Function The SNMP function allows all function-critical and safety-critical elements of the matrix to be monitored and queried. This function complies with the RFC 1157 conformal standard. Two SNMP servers can be used at the same time.
  • Page 82 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: SNMP Agent Traps Description Enable Permission for an active query of the SNMP agent for traps is granted. This activation is a prerequisite for using the SNMP server. Read Community The read only community for the MIB file is draco.
  • Page 83 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Activate SNMP Traps To activate active reporting of the SNMP traps, proceed as follows: 1. Set the Enable Traps option to Y (Yes) within SNMP Server. This function allows an active transmission of trap messages from the SNMP agent to the SNMP server.
  • Page 84 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex...

  • Page 85: Date And Time

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.3.8 Date and Time The parameters for the system configuration are set in this menu, based on Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP): Fig. 70 OSD Menu Configuration - Date+Time The following parameters can be configured: Time Server Field Entry...
  • Page 86 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Real Time Clock Field Entry Description Date* 1 to 12 Enter month 1 to 31 Enter date 1 to 99 Enter year 1 to 7 Enter day of the week Time 0 to 23 Enter hour 0 to 59 Enter minute...

  • Page 87: User Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD User Settings You have the option to configure the following user settings: 7.4.1 User Settings New users and their user settings and permissions are set in this menu. Fig. 71 OSD Menu Configuration - User Data The following functions are available: Button Function...
  • Page 88 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description ID/Priority Numerical User ID / User priority Name Text For standard users it is the login name (case sensitive, input of minimum 1 character up to 16 characters). Can be used to log in to the OSD.
  • Page 89 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Creating a new Standard User Account To create a new user, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > User Data in the main menu. 2. Click the New U. button. 3. Enter a name. 4.

  • Page 90: User Favorite List

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.4.2 User Favorite List Individual favorite lists of CPUs that will be switched frequently can be created for different users in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 32 different CPU Devices (from firmware V3.05). The switching of the favorites is done via keyboard commands (see chapter 9.1.1, page 258).

  • Page 91: User Macros

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.4.3 User Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. Macro commands are created for each user separately. A macro can execute up to 16 switching commands successively. The execution of the macros is done via Hot Key and the <F1>...
  • Page 92 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Field Selection Description Function Assign CON Assign a Real CON Device to a Virtual CON Device (01 to 16) (P1=RCON, P2=VCON) Push (P1=CON) The user’s Full Access connection is forwarded to CON Device P1 and is changed into a Video Only connection. Push Video (P1=CON) The video signal of the current connection (Full Access or Video Only) is forwarded to CON Device P1.

  • Page 93: User Groups

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.4.4 User Groups The KVM matrix allows to bundle the users of a configuration into User Groups. The groups can be used to subdivide the users logically or thematically. As an application example you can group all power users together.
  • Page 94 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Creating and Configuring a Standard User Group To create and configure a Standard User Group, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > User Data in the main menu. 2. Click the New G. button. 3.

  • Page 95: Extender Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Extender Settings The matrix automatically recognizes every extender module, physically connected to the matrix with a direct cable connection, reads out its serial number and creates EXT Units automatically. This is the Flex Port function of the matrix.

  • Page 96: Configuring An Usb 2.0 Extender

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Numerical value of the KVM extender module ID. The ID is provided by the extender module (serial number) and cannot be changed. Name Text Name of the EXT Unit Fixed Create an EXT Unit with a fixed port assignment (default) Function not active (default)
  • Page 97 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD To configure a USB 2.0 EXT Unit, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. 2. Click the New button. An EXT Unit with an eight-digit ID will be created, starting with digit 9. 3.

  • Page 98: Configuring Cpu Settings

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Configuring CPU Settings 7.7.1 Setting CPU Devices New CPU Devices are configured in this menu including their assignment to EXT Units. The assignment helps to describe and switch more complex computer configurations (e.g., Quad-Head with USB 2.0) in the matrix.
  • Page 99 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Field Entry Description Remote CPU Selection Assign an IP CPU Device to the respective IP CPU EXT Unit CPU assigned ID and name of the assigned Virtual CPU Device, cannot be changed, is retrieved automatically Group Automatically set if the CPU Device is assigned to a CPU Group Function not active (default)

  • Page 100: Setting Cpu Groups

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex To create a CPU Device, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > CPU Devices in the main menu. 2. Click the New R. button to create a new real CPU Device or click the New V. button to create a new virtual CPU Device.
  • Page 101 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD The following functions are available: Button Function New G. Create a new CPU Group Edit Edit an existing CPU Group Delete Delete an existing CPU Group Cancel Reject changes Okay Apply changes The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description...

  • Page 102: Configuring Cpu Switch (484 Series)

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.7.3 Configuring CPU Switch (484 Series) The CPU Switch (484 Series) is an 8:1 port concentrator for up to eight sources (computer, CPU) attached via VGA and USB-HID (K/M). This CPU Switch can be specifically configured for a use with a KVM matrix. The configuration allows to individually switch the up to eight input signals via OSD.
  • Page 103 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Text Ident number of the CPU Device Name Text Name of the CPU Device Member of Switch Selection Assign the CPU input to the respective CPU Switch Switch Automatically set for a CPU Switch (484 Series) Function not active (default)

  • Page 104: Assigning Virtual Cpu Device

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.7.4 Assigning Virtual CPU Device In this menu, either one or more Virtual CPU Devices can be assigned to a Real CPU Device. With a Virtual CPU Device, the effort of switching several CON Devices to the same CPU Device can be reduced.
  • Page 105 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD To assign Virtual CPU Devices to Real CPU Devices, proceed as follows: 1. Select Assignments > Virtual CPU Devices in the main menu. 2. Select the Virtual CPU Device in the Virtual Devices list that has to be assigned to a Real CPU Device.

  • Page 106: Configuring Console Settings

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Configuring Console Settings Connecting a CON Unit to the matrix creates an EXT Unit in the matrix, reading the serial number of the CON Unit. An EXT Unit has to be assigned to a CON Device. Switching operation is only possible between CON Device and CPU Device.

  • Page 107: Setting Extender Osd

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD To change the settings for mouse and keyboard, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. 2. Select the console extender in the EXT Units list whose Extender OSD settings has to be adjusted. 3.
  • Page 108 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Enable CPU selection When executing the key sequence for opening the OSD, a selection list for switching CPU Devices will be displayed in the center of the monitor. Pressing the <F7> key within the selection list opens the standard OSD.

  • Page 109: Setting Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.8.3 Setting CON Devices New CON Devices are created in this menu including access rights and assignment to EXT Units. Fig. 83 OSD Menu Configuration - CON Devices The following functions are available: Button Function New R.
  • Page 110 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Text ID of the CON Device Priority 0 to 999 Priority of the CON Device Note: There is no K/M sharing between CON Devices with a different priority and the release time does not come into account.
  • Page 111 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Field Entry Description Port Mode The favorite list will be replaced by a port list where the ports from 1-999 can be directly selected at each matrix or Matrix Grid. Note: The selection only works for CPU Devices and has to be made according to the switching of favorites.

  • Page 112: Setting Con Device Favorites

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.8.4 Setting CON Device Favorites Individual favorite lists of CPUs to be switched frequently can be created for all consoles in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 32 different CPU Devices (from firmware V3.05). The switching of the favorites is done via Hot Key using the keyboard (see chapter 9.1.1, page 258).

  • Page 113: Setting Con Device Macros

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.8.5 Setting CON Device Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. The macro commands are created for each console separately. Up to 32 macros can be configured for each CON Device.
  • Page 114 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Field Selection Description Function Assign CON Assign a Real CON Device to a Virtual CON Device (01 to 16) (P1=RCON, P2=VCON) Push (P1=CON) The user’s Full Access connection is forwarded to CON Device P1 and is changed into a Video Only connection. Push Video (P1=CON) The video signal of the current connection (Full Access or Video Only) is forwarded to CON Device P1.

  • Page 115: Assigning Virtual Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.8.6 Assigning Virtual CON Devices In this menu, several Real CON Devices can be assigned to a Virtual CON Device. This function reflects changes in permission made to Virtual CON Devices onto Real CON Devices. Virtual CON Devices can be switched in the same way as Real CON Devices.

  • Page 116: Enabling Multi-Screen Control

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.8.7 Enabling Multi-Screen Control Due to limited options via OSD, we recommend configuring the Multi-Screen Control only via management software to carry out the extended configuration options (from firmware V03.08), see chapter 8.9.7, page 223. When using Multi-Screen Control, switching up to eight connected sources (computers, CPUs) can be performed at one sink with only one connected mouse and/or keyboard.
  • Page 117 Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Enable Activate the respective display for Multi-Screen Control Function not active (default) Control Enable the CON Device for USB-HID control of other CON Devices if access is permitted Function not active (default) •...
  • Page 118 Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex Access Restriction when using Multiple Control CON Devices Dragging the mouse pointer over the display border is only permitted for those displays whose CON Device is enabled for access by the owner of the respective Control CON Device. To enable access to a display for only one Control CON Device, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 119: Configuring Matrix Cascading

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD Configuring Matrix Cascading This simple method of cascading allows a switchable connection between two matrices via so called Tie Lines. The Matrix Cascading does not require Bundle 4. This kind of configuration may become necessary if the number of ports in the entire system has to be increased or if certain important connections should be distributed to several matrices due to reasons of redundancy.

  • Page 120: Fig. 89 Osd Menu Configuration - Cpu Devices

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 2.2. Enter an appropriate name for the Cascading CPU Unit into the Name field. 2.3. Enter a port number into the Port field according to the required connection of the Tie Line. 2.4. Set the Cascade-CPU option to Y (C#1) in the Output Signals column. 2.5.

  • Page 121: Fig. 90 Osd Menu Configuration - Ext Units

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 4. Open the OSD of the Sub Matrix. 5. Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 5.1. Click the New button. A new EXT Unit will be created. Fig.

  • Page 122: Fig. 91 Osd Menu Configuration - Con Devices

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 6. Select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 6.1. Click the New R. button. A switchable CON Device will be created. Fig. 91 OSD Menu Configuration - CON Devices 6.2.

  • Page 123: Fig. 92 Osd Menu Configuration - System

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7. Select Configuration > System in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 7.1. Set the Sub Matrix option to Y. 7.2. Click the Okay button to confirm the Sub Matrix option. The OSD of the Sub Matrix will immediately freeze and will be only accessible by using the keyboard command <Hot Key>, <s>, <o>...

  • Page 124: Directing A Tie Line From The Master To The Sub

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.9.2 Directing a Tie Line from the Master to the Sub To configure settings for using Matrix Cascading and to direct the Tie Line from the Master to the Sub, proceed as follows: 1. Open the OSD of the Master Matrix. 2.

  • Page 125: Fig. 94 Osd Menu Configuration - Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 3. Select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu of the Master Matrix. 3.1. Click the New R. button. A switchable CON Device will be created. Fig. 94 OSD Menu Configuration - CON Devices 3.2.

  • Page 126: Fig. 95 Osd Menu Configuration - Ext Units

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 4. Open the OSD of the Sub Matrix. 5. Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 5.1. Click the New button. A new EXT Unit will be created. Fig.

  • Page 127: Fig. 96 Osd Menu Configuration - Cpu Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 6. Select Configuration > CPU Devices in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 6.1. Click the New R. button. A switchable CPU Device will be created. Fig. 96 OSD Menu Configuration - CPU Devices 6.2.

  • Page 128: Fig. 97 Osd Menu Configuration - System

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7. Select Configuration > System in the main menu of the Sub Matrix. 7.1. Set the Sub Matrix option to Y. 7.2. Click the Okay button to confirm the Sub Matrix option. The OSD of the Sub Matrix will immediately freeze and will be only accessible by using the keyboard command <Hot Key>, <s>, <o>...

  • Page 129: Saving And Activating A Configuration

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.10 Saving and Activating a Configuration NOTICE By default, the last configuration that has been saved in the permanent matrix memory will be restored after a restart of the matrix. First starting the matrix, the factory configuration will be copied into the current configuration. There are two possibilities to save configuration changes: •...

  • Page 130: 7.10.2 Saving A Predefined Configuration

    Configuration via OSD Draco tera flex 7.10.2 Saving a Predefined Configuration In this menu the current matrix configuration can be saved to predefined storage locations in the permanent memory of the matrix. You have the possibility to save the created configuration within eight storage locations in the matrix (File #1 to File #8).

  • Page 131: 7.10.3 Activating A Predefined Configuration

    Draco tera flex Configuration via OSD 7.10.3 Activating a Predefined Configuration Previously saved configurations are displayed in this menu. In Active, the currently loaded configuration is displayed. To replace the current configuration by another configuration, in addition to the default configuration (Default), one out of eight further, customized configurations (File #1 to File #8) can be activated.

  • Page 132: Configuration Via Management Software

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software NOTICE Possible loss of configuration changes By clicking the Apply button changes are applied to the active configuration and saved in the volatile memory of the matrix. In the event of a sudden power failure, these changes are lost. To save changes permanently: ...

  • Page 133: Configuring In Offline Mode

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Configuring in Offline Mode Configuration and system settings via management software can be changed in offline mode without a direct connection between matrix and management software. Afterwards, the configuration must be uploaded to the matrix. Hereby, the following steps are necessary: 1.

  • Page 134: Setting Management Software Options

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Setting Management Software Options The settings of the management software can be customized and optimized to support the configuration of your matrix. The settings can be set in the offline mode. A restart of the management software is required to activate changes in the options menu. 8.3.1 Setting Program Default Settings To avoid the repeated entry of data in the management software, this data can be saved in the default...

  • Page 135: Setting Font Size, Tooltip, And Theme

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software To activate or set the default settings, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extras > Options in the menu bar. The Options menu opens and shows the Default Settings tab. 2. Enter the appropriate data. 3.

  • Page 136: Setting Language Of The Management Software

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.3.3 Setting Language of the Management Software The language within the management software is set in this menu. The charset must match the selected language to ensure correct representation. 1. Select Extras > Options in the menu bar and open the Language tab. 2.
  • Page 137 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software The following options can be enabled: Option Description Device Finder on Start the Device Finder automatically when starting the management software startup Name adoption Entered name for a device is also applied to the extender and vice versa Show Super Grid Show the Super Grid option in the task area View...

  • Page 138: System Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex System Settings 8.4.1 Setting System Configuration The system configuration is set in this menu. Fig. 105 Management software menu System Settings - System - General The following parameters can be configured: System Field Entry Description Device...
  • Page 139 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description Save the current configuration of the matrix in the flash memory Auto Save Activated periodically. Note: During the save operation, the matrix will not be operational. Saving takes place every 600 seconds if changes of the configuration or switching operations have been executed in the meantime.
  • Page 140 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Field Entry Description Remove IO-Boards Activated Note: Only for Draco tera enterprise 576: Shut down of I/O boards if the second controller board is not available. Connections will be disconnected. Deactivated Function not active (default) To set parameters for the system configuration, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 141: Enabling Automatic Creation Of Cpu And Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.2 Enabling Automatic Creation of CPU and CON Devices Settings for automatic creation of CPU and CON Devices when a new CON extender module or CPU extender module is connected to the matrix are set in this menu. Fig.

  • Page 142: Configuring The Matrix Osd Access

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.4.3 Configuring the Matrix OSD Access The Hot Key for accessing the command mode and the Fast Key to open the matrix OSD are configured in this menu. Fig. 107 Management software menu System Settings - System - Global OSD Settings The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry...
  • Page 143 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Valid values for the Hot Key and the Fast Key are USB-HID keyboard scan codes according to US keyboard layout. To set modifier keys for the Hot Key and the Fast Key use the following values: Entry Modifier Key Left CTRL...

  • Page 144: Setting Access Configuration

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.4.4 Setting Access Configuration The access configuration is set in this menu. Fig. 108 Management software menu System Settings - System - Access The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description The user has to login with a username and a password once to Force User Login Activated enter OSD.
  • Page 145 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description Deactivated Function not active (default) AND User/CON ACL Activated The user obtains the common divisor of access rights from the console and his personal access rights after logging in (reduced access) Deactivated Function not active (default)

  • Page 146: Setting Switch Configuration

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.4.5 Setting Switch Configuration This menu enables shared operation of a CPU Device by two or more CON Devices. A CPU Device can be controlled by only one CON Device at a time but can be taken over successively by other CON Devices. Control of a CPU Unit by a CON Unit is relinquished after the expiration of an associated inactivity timer with the controlling CON Device.
  • Page 147 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Enable Video Sharing Activated The user can switch to any CPU Device as an observer, including ones that are already assigned to another user (observer without keyboard/mouse access).
  • Page 148 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex To configure shared operation, proceed as follows: 1. Select System Settings > Switch in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3. Activate the Enable Video Sharing function. 4.

  • Page 149: Setting Network Configuration

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.6 Setting Network Configuration NOTICE To initialize system-relevant configuration changes, the matrix must be restarted. Restarting the matrix can take several minutes and the matrix is not available during the restart. NOTICE Consult your system administrator before modifying the network parameters. Otherwise, unexpected results and failures can occur in combination with the network.
  • Page 150 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Network Settings - Controller Board Field Entry Description DHCP Activated The network settings are automatically supplied by a DHCP server. Note: If DHCP is activated and there is no physical network connection available, the boot times might increase. Deactivated Function not active (default) IP Address...

  • Page 151: Setting Syslog Function

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.7 Setting Syslog Function NOTICE For an activation of the Syslog function or changes of the IP address, a restart of the matrix or the CPU board is necessary. Restarting the matrix or the CPU board can take several minutes, and the matrix is not available during the restart.

  • Page 152: Fig. 112 Management Software Menu Extras - Options - Syslog

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex To set parameters for the syslog function, proceed as follows: 1. Select System Settings > Network in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3. Select the Syslog tab in the working area. 4.

  • Page 153: Fig. 113 Management Software Menu Status & Updates - Miscellaneous - I/O Board Diagnosis

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Option Description Maximum Log File Allowed maximum size of log file Size [KB] When reaching the maximum log file size, a new log file will be created. Maximum Number of Allowed maximum number of log files Log Files When the maximum number of log files is exceeded, the oldest logfile will be overwritten with the new information (log rotate).
  • Page 154 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following options are available in the Additional selection options drop-down menu on the right upper side in the working area: Option Description Select All Select all I/O boards Deselect All Deselect all selected I/O boards To activate the diagnostic option for individual I/O board messages, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 155: Setting Snmp Function

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.8 Setting SNMP Function The SNMP function allows all function-critical and safety-critical elements of the matrix to be monitored and queried. This function complies with the RFC 1157 conformal standard. Two SNMP servers can be used at the same time.
  • Page 156 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: SNMP Agent Traps Description SNMP Agent Permission for an active query of the SNMP agent for traps is granted. This activation is a prerequisite for using the SNMP server. Port The SNMP port is called up automatically (default: 161).
  • Page 157 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Activating the SNMP Agent To activate the SNMP agent, proceed as follows: 1. Select System Settings > Network in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 158: Fig. 115 Management Software Menu Extras - Options - Snmp

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Setting up SNMP Options Presets for an SNMPv3 user can be set up for the computer on which the management software is operated are set in this menu. To set or activate the presetting, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 159: Fig. 116 Management Software Menu Extras - Options - Snmp - Manage Snmpv3 Users - Add User

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Creating an SNMPv3 User for the SNMP Server In the following menu, the login data for an SNMPv3 user can be set up for the computer on which the management software is operated (SNMP server). The SNMP server authenticates itself with the agent using this login data.
  • Page 160 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following parameters are required to create a new SNMPv3 user on the SNMP server: Option Description Username SNMPv3 username Authentication Only SHA protocol, no selection available Protocol Authentication Authentication password for the SNMPv3 user (case sensitive, input of minimum Password 8 characters up to 16 characters) Privacy Protocol...

  • Page 161: Setting Ldap Configuration (Active Directory)

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.9 Setting LDAP Configuration (Active Directory) NOTICE To initialize the LDAP configuration changes, the matrix must be restarted. Restarting the matrix can take several minutes and the matrix is not available during the restart. The KVM matrix can be synchronized with the directory service Active Directory regarding user authentication.
  • Page 162 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description LDAP Activated LDAP for the request of information from a user administration is active Deactivated Function not active (default) Use TLS/SSL Activated Enable a secured transmission (transport layer security) for the Active Directory access.

  • Page 163: 8.4.10 Setting Date And Time

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.4.10 Setting Date and Time The parameters for the system configuration are set in this menu, based on Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP): Fig. 118 Management software menu System Settings - Date and Time The following parameters can be configured: SNTP Field...
  • Page 164 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuring the Time Server To configure a time server, proceed as follows: 1. Select System Settings > Date and Time in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 165: Configuring User Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Configuring User Settings 8.5.1 Setting User Access New users and their user settings and permissions are set in this menu. Fig. 119 Management software menu User Settings - Users & Groups - Users The following functions are available: Button Function...
  • Page 166 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Numerical Ident number of the user Name Text For standard users it is the login name (case sensitive, input of minimum 1 character up to 16 characters). Can be used to log in to the OSD.
  • Page 167 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description AD Group Locked Activated Lock synchronization of group attribute for an Active Directory user. This setting is required for a manual change of user groups for a specific Active Directory user. Deactivated Function not active (default) NOTICE...
  • Page 168 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Changing a User Account To modify user settings, proceed as follows: 1. Select User Settings > Users & Groups in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 169: Setting User Favorites

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.5.2 Setting User Favorites Individual favorite lists of CPU Devices that will be switched frequently can be created for different users in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 32 different CPU Devices (from firmware V3.05). The switching of the favorites is done via keyboard command (see chapter 9.1.1, page 258).

  • Page 170: Fig. 121 Management Software Menu Users & Groups - Users - Select Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8. Click the button to change the order of the CPU Devices within the favorites list. Or press the <+> or <-> key to change the order of the CPU Devices within the favorites list. 9.

  • Page 171: Fig. 122 Management Software Menu Users & Groups - Users - Assign Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Fig. 122 Management software menu Users & Groups - Users - Assign Settings Copying Settings from another User To copy settings from a user to another user, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2.

  • Page 172: Fig. 124 Management Software Menu Users & Groups - Users - Copy Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex A query to start the assignment appears. 7. Select the user in the selection list from which the settings are to be copied. 8. Click the Finish button. The settings are immediately copied to the selected user. Fig.

  • Page 173: Setting User Macros

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.5.3 Setting User Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. Macro commands are created for each user separately. A macro can execute up to 16 commands successively. The execution of the macros is done via Hot Key and the <F1>...
  • Page 174 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Field Selection Description Assign CON Assign a Real CON Device to a Virtual CON Device (P1=RCON, P2=VCON) Push (P1=CON) The user’s Full Access connection is forwarded to CON Device P1 and is changed into a Video Only connection. Push Video (P1=CON) The video signal of the current connection (Full Access or Video Only) is forwarded to CON Device P1.

  • Page 175: Setting User Groups

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.5.4 Setting User Groups The KVM matrix allows to bundle the users of a configuration into User Groups. The groups can be used to subdivide the users logically or thematically. As an application example you can group all power users together.
  • Page 176 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Button Function Assign the selected user to a user group Assign all available users to a user group Remove the selected user from a user group Remove all users from a user group Creating a Standard User Group To create and configure a User Group, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 177 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Assigning a User to a Group To assign a user to a group, proceed as follows: 1. Select User Settings > Users & Groups in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 178: Main Extender Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Main Extender Settings 8.6.1 Extender Settings The matrix automatically recognizes every extender module, physically connected to the matrix with a direct cable connection, reads out its serial number and creates EXT Units automatically. This is the Flex Port function of the matrix.

  • Page 179: Extender Type

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description • 0 if the primary interconnect port of the extender module is Port 0 or 1 to 160 (depending on currently not connected to the matrix. the matrix) • 1 to 160 if the primary interconnect port of the extender module is currently connected to the matrix.

  • Page 180: Extender Firmware Version

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.6.3 Extender Firmware Version To display the firmware version of an extender module, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 3. Select the EXT Unit of an extender module to be displayed. 4.

  • Page 181: Extender Parameters

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.6.4 Extender Parameters To read out and display parameters of an extender module, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 182: Fig. 131 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Displayed Parameters

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The parameters of the extender module are displayed on the right side of the working area. Fig. 131 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Displayed parameters The following functions are available: Button Function Open…...

  • Page 183: Fig. 132 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Transmission Finished

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Modifying Parameters To modify parameters of an extender module, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 184: Fig. 133 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Select Ext Units

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Assigning Parameter To assign parameters of an extender module to another one, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 185: Fig. 134 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Start Parameter Assignment

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 12. Click the Confirm to continue checkbox to confirm the start of the assignment. 13. Click the Next button to start of the assignment. Fig. 134 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Start parameter assignment The progress of the parameter assignment is displayed.

  • Page 186: Configuring An Usb 2.0 Extender

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuring an USB 2.0 Extender This chapter helps you to configure and use your USB 2.0 EXT Units. USB 2.0 EXT Units can be configured for independent switching or can be assigned to already existing CON Devices or CPU Devices. Fig.

  • Page 187: Fig. 137 Management Software Dialog Activate Usb Fixed Port

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Fig. 137 Management software dialog Activate USB Fixed Port After restart of the I/O board, the parameters and settings of the USB 2.0 extender module are shown in the working area of the respective EXT Unit. 9.

  • Page 188: Configuring Cpu Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuring CPU Settings 8.8.1 Managing Extender USB-HID Ghosting This function allows specific keyboard and mice descriptors (device descriptions) to be permanently stored in the CPU Unit. This eliminates the need to register and deregister the keyboard and mouse on an operating system each time there is a shared use of a source (computer, CPU) by two or more consoles within a matrix.
  • Page 189 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Button Function Transmit Transmit the USB-HID Ghosting to the extender module and activate Activate Activate the USB-HID Ghosting Deactivate Deactivate the USB-HID Ghosting Reset Reset the USB-HID Ghosting of the extender module to factory settings Assign Assign the USB-HID Ghosting to several extender modules at the same time During reading and writing USB-HID Ghosting information, there will be a short interrupt of the USB-HID...

  • Page 190: Fig. 139 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Transmission Finished

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Fig. 139 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Transmission finished 10. Click the Deactivate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. To assign any manually activated USB-HID Ghosting of an extender module to any connected extender module, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 191: Fig. 140 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Assign To

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Fig. 140 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Assign to A query to start the assignment appears. 12. Click the Confirm to continue checkbox to confirm the start of the assignment. 13.

  • Page 192: Fig. 142 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Assignment Finished

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Fig. 142 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Assignment finished The USB-HID Ghosting assignment is finished. 15. Click the Deactivate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. Further options: •...

  • Page 193: Managing Extender Edid

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.8.2 Managing Extender EDID By default, the extender modules transmit the factory preset EDID to the sources (computer, CPU). This information is suitable in most cases. The EDID can be retrieved and uploaded as a binary file to the CPU Unit.

  • Page 194: Fig. 144 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Assign Edid To

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex To read out and display the EDID of an extender module, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 195: Fig. 145 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Confirm Assignment

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 11. Click the Confirm to continue checkbox to confirm the start of the assignment. 12. Click the Next button to start of the assignment. Fig. 145 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Confirm assignment The progress of the USB-HID Ghosting assignment is displayed.

  • Page 196: Fig. 147 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Transmission Finished

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex To load a EDID template (file extension .bin ) for a further distribution, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 197: Setting Cpu Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.8.3 Setting CPU Devices New CPU Devices are configured in this menu including their assignment to EXT Units. The assignment helps to describe and switch more complex computer configurations (e.g., Quad-Head with USB 2.0) in the matrix. Fig.
  • Page 198 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Keyboard Command Function <+> Change the assignment number of EXT Unit upwards <-> Change the assignment number of EXT Unit downwards The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Text Ident number of the CPU Device Name Text Name of the CPU Device...
  • Page 199 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Creating a new CPU Device To create a new CPU Device, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > CPU Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 200: Setting Cpu Groups

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.8.4 Setting CPU Groups The KVM matrix allows to bundle the CPU Devices of a configuration into CPU groups. The groups can be used to subdivide the CPU Devices logically or thematically. As an application example you can group all CPU Devices together that are connected to a specific matrix within a matrix grid.
  • Page 201 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Assigning a CPU Group To assign a CPU Device to a CPU Group, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > CPU Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 202: Assigning Virtual Cpu Devices

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.8.5 Assigning Virtual CPU Devices In this menu, either one or more Virtual CPU Devices can be assigned to a Real CPU Device. With a Virtual CPU Device, the effort of switching several CON Devices to the same CPU Device can be reduced.
  • Page 203 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software For an assignment, proceed as follows: 1. Select Assignment > Virtual CPU Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3. Select a Virtual CPU Device in the Virtual CPU list. 4.

  • Page 204: Configuring Console Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuring Console Settings Connecting a CON Unit to the matrix creates an EXT Unit in the matrix, reading the serial number of the CON Unit. An EXT Unit has to be assigned to a CON Device. Switching operation is only possible between CON Device and CPU Device.

  • Page 205: Fig. 152 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Select Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description Hot Key Keyboard Calling the command mode via keyboard sequence command Fast Key Keyboard Open the OSD via direct access command How often the shortcut key has to be pressed depends on the specified key: 1x for function keys or print key, 2x for all other keys The settings for mouse and keyboard are console-specific and can be set separately for each console.

  • Page 206: Fig. 153 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Assign Settings To

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex A query to start the assignment appears. 7. Select the EXT Units of the extender modules in the Available to assign settings to list to assign the settings to. By pressing and holding down the <Ctrl> key at the same time, more than one EXT Unit can be highlighted.

  • Page 207: Fig. 154 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Select Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Fig. 154 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Select Settings A query to start the assignment appears. 7. Select the EXT Units of the extender module in the selection list from which the settings are to be copied.

  • Page 208: Setting Extender Osd

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.9.2 Setting Extender OSD In this menu the parameters for the Extender OSD can be set. These are local settings that can be made individually for each console. When setting the horizontal OSD position, a prefixed minus describes the orientation to the right edge of the monitor, e.g., -2 means 2 x 10 = 20 pixels to this edge.
  • Page 209 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Field Entry Description Display Time 0-999 Duration of OSD fade-in (default: 10) seconds Horizontal Position 10 pixels Horizontal OSD position (default: -2) Vertical Position 10 pixels Vertical OSD position (default: 2) Changing the Extender OSD Settings To change the extender OSD settings, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 210: Setting Con Devices

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.9.3 Setting CON Devices New CON Devices are created in this menu including access rights and assignment to EXT Units. Fig. 157 Management software menu Extender & Devices - CON Devices The following functions are available: Button Function New Device...
  • Page 211 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Text Ident number of the CON Device Name Text Name of the CON Device Priority 0 to 999 Priority of the CON Device Note: There is no K/M sharing between CON Devices with a different priority and the release time does not come into account.
  • Page 212 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Field Entry Description Scan Time [sec] 0 to 99 Retention period until switching to the next CPU Device seconds Port Mode Activated The favorite list will be replaced by a port list where the ports from 1 to 999 can be directly selected at each matrix or Matrix Grid.

  • Page 213: Fig. 158 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Con Devices - Select Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Assigning Settings to other CON Devices To assign settings of a CON Devices to other CON Devices, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > CON Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 214: Fig. 159 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Con Devices - Assign Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 7. Select the CON Device in the Available to assign settings to list to which the settings are to be assigned. By pressing and holding down the <Ctrl> key at the same time, more than one CON Device can be highlighted.

  • Page 215: Fig. 160 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Con Devices - Select Settings

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Copying Settings from another CON Device To copy settings from a CON Device to another CON Device, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 216: Fig. 161 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Con Devices - Copy Settings

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Fig. 161 Management software menu Extender & Devices - CON Devices - Copy Settings Assigning a CON Device to an EXT Unit To run a CON Device via a matrix, one or more CON EXT Units must be assigned. To do an assignment, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 217 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Removing an EXT Unit Assignment To remove an EXT Unit assignment, proceed as follows: 1. Select Extender & Devices > CON Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 218: Setting Con Device Favorites

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.9.4 Setting CON Device Favorites Individual favorite lists of CPUs to be switched frequently can be created for all consoles in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 32 different CPU Devices (from firmware V3.05). The switching of the favorites is done via keyboard commands (see chapter 9.1.1, page 258).

  • Page 219: Setting Con Device Macros

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software For an efficient favorite configuration, favorite settings can be assigned to CON Devices (see description on page 213) or can be copied from a CON Device (see description on page 215). 8.9.5 Setting CON Device Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created.
  • Page 220 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Field Selection Description Function Logout User Logout the current user (01 to 16) Assign CPU Assign a Virtual CPU Device to a Real CPU Device (P1=VCPU, P2=RCPU) Assign CON Assign a Real CON Device to a Virtual CON Device (P1=RCON, P2=VCON) Push (P1=CON) The user’s Full Access connection is forwarded to CON Device...

  • Page 221: Assigning Virtual Con Devices

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.9.6 Assigning Virtual CON Devices In this menu, several Real CON Devices can be assigned to a Virtual CON Device. This function reflects changes in permission made to Virtual CON Devices onto Real CON Devices. Virtual CON Devices can be switched in the same way as Real CON Devices.
  • Page 222 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Configuring EXT Unit Assignments To assign a Real CON Device to a Virtual CON Device, proceed as follows: 1. Select Assignment > Virtual CON Devices in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3.

  • Page 223: Configuring Multi-Screen Control

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.9.7 Configuring Multi-Screen Control When using Multi-Screen Control, switching up to eight connected sources (computers, CPUs) can be performed at one sink with only one connected mouse or keyboard. The sink can consist of up to eight CON Units and accordingly up to eight monitors, or up to sixteen monitors when using Dual-Head extender modules.
  • Page 224 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex The following parameters can be configured: Field Entry Description Dual-Head Extender Enable configuring two displays for the Dual-Head extender Function not active (default) Enable Activate the respective display for Multi-Screen Control Function not active (default) Control Enable the CON Device for USB-HID control of other CON Devices if access is permitted...
  • Page 225 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8. Click the Control checkbox for one or more CON Devices to be enabled as Control CON Device. Enabled Control CON Devices are shown as dark blue screens in the arrangement field. 9. Use the Frame function to configure a red frame that shows the display with current mouse control, for the duration of a specified time by flashing briefly.
  • Page 226 Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Deleting Multi-Screen Control Changes of the Multi-Screen Control are permitted only if the control is switched to the Control CON Device. To delete the Multi-Screen Control for a setup, proceed as follows: 1. Switch control to the Control CON Device. 2.

  • Page 227: Fig. 166 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Cpu Devices - Monitor Arrangement

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Fig. 166 Management software menu Extender & Devices - CPU Devices - Monitor Arrangement For an additional configuration of the CPU Devices for the use of Multi-Head sources (computer, CPU), proceed as follows. 1.

  • Page 228: Fig. 167 Management Software Dialog Monitor Arrangement - Restart Extender

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex A dialog appears to restart the extender module. 11. Click the Yes button to restart the extender module to with the new configuration. The CPU Device is now configured for the Multi-Head operation. Fig.

  • Page 229: Configuring Matrix Cascading

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.10 Configuring Matrix Cascading This simple method of cascading allows a switchable connection between two matrices via so called Tie Lines. The Matrix Cascading does not require Bundle 4. This kind of configuration may become necessary if the number of ports in the entire system has to be increased or if certain important connections should be distributed to several matrices due to reasons of redundancy.

  • Page 230: 8.10.1 Directing A Tie Line From The Sub To The Master

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.10.1 Directing a Tie Line from the Sub to the Master To configure settings for using Matrix Cascading and to direct the Tie Line from the Sub to the Master, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 231: Fig. 170 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices > Cpu Devices - Cascading Cpu Device

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 4. Select Extender & Devices > CPU Devices in the task area of the Master Matrix. 4.1. Click the New Device button. A switchable CPU Device will be created. 4.2. Enter an appropriate name for the Cascading CPU Device into the Name field. Fig.

  • Page 232: Fig. 171 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices > Ext Units - Cascading Con Unit

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 5. Connect to the Sub Matrix. 6. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 7. Select the menu Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 7.1. Click the New Unit button. A selection dialog appears.

  • Page 233: Fig. 172 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices > Con Devices - Cascading Con Device

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8. Select Extender & Devices > CON Devices in the task area of the Sub Matrix. 8.1. Click the New Device button. A switchable CON Device will be created. 8.2. Enter an appropriate name for the Cascading CON Device into the Name field. Fig.

  • Page 234: 8.10.2 Directing A Tie Line From The Master To The Sub

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.10.2 Directing a Tie Line from the Master to the Sub To configure settings for using Matrix Cascading and to direct the Tie Line from the Master to the Sub, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 235: Fig. 174 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices > Con Devices - Cascading Con Device

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 4. Select Extender & Devices > CON Devices in the task area of the Master Matrix. 4.1. Click the New Device button. A switchable CON Device will be created. 4.2. Enter an appropriate name for the Cascading CON Device into the Name field. Fig.

  • Page 236: Fig. 175 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices - Ext Units - Cascading Cpu Unit

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 5. Connect to the Sub Matrix. 6. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 7. Select the menu Extender & Devices > EXT Units in the task area. 7.1. Click the New Unit button. A selection dialog appears.

  • Page 237: Fig. 176 Management Software Menu Extender & Devices > Cpu Devices - Cascading Cpu Device

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8. Select Extender & Devices > CPU Devices in the task area of the Sub Matrix. 8.1. Click the New Device button. A switchable CPU Device will be created. 8.2. Enter an appropriate name for the Cascading CPU Device into the Name field. Fig.

  • Page 238: Saving And Activating Configurations

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.11 Saving and Activating Configurations NOTICE By default, the last configuration that has been saved in the permanent matrix memory will be restored after a restart of the matrix. First starting the matrix, the factory configuration will be copied into the current configuration. There are three possibilities to save configuration changes: •...

  • Page 239: 8.11.2 Saving Of Configurations Locally

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.11.2 Saving of Configurations Locally Configurations can be saved as a file that can be stored independent of the matrix. To save a configuration file locally, proceed as follows: 1. Select File > Save or File > Save As in the menu bar. 2.

  • Page 240: 8.11.3 Opening A Locally Saved Configuration

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.11.3 Opening a Locally Saved Configuration To open a locally saved configuration, proceed as follows: 1. Click the Open… menu item in the toolbar. 2. Navigate to the location of the configuration file to be opened. 3.

  • Page 241: 8.11.4 Uploading A Predefined Configuration To The Matrix

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.11.4 Uploading a Predefined Configuration to the Matrix Using the function Upload, the created configuration can be saved within eight storage locations in the matrix (File#1 to File#8). However, it does not replace the buffering of configuration (see chapter 8.11.1, page 238).

  • Page 242: Fig. 181 Management Software Menu Upload - Select Configuration Slot

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 7. Click the Finish button to save the configuration to the selected storage location. A message appears to inform about successful upload. Fig. 181 Management software menu Upload - Select Configuration Slot...

  • Page 243: 8.11.5 Activating A Predefined Configuration

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.11.5 Activating a Predefined Configuration Previously saved configurations are loaded in this menu. In Active Configuration, the name and detailed information of the currently loaded configuration is displayed. The selection of the configuration to be loaded can be made between eight customizable configurations and the default settings.

  • Page 244: 8.11.6 Downloading A Predefined Configuration From The Matrix

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.11.6 Downloading a Predefined Configuration from the Matrix Configurations saved in the matrix can be downloaded for offline editing in this menu. To download a configuration from the matrix, proceed as follows: 1. Click the Download menu item in the toolbar. An access window appears.

  • Page 245: Export And Import Options

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.12 Export and Import Options The matrix offers the ability to read out available configuration lists (e.g., extender modules, CPUs, consoles, users, etc.) for export and import via management software. Exported configuration lists are always saved in .csv format that allows offline editing with common spreadsheet applications.

  • Page 246: 8.12.2 Import Options

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Fig. 186 Management software menu File - Export - Export Configuration to CSV File 8.12.2 Import Options Importing configuration lists is only possible in offline configurations. Configuration lists are imported in this menu. Fig.

  • Page 247: Fig. 188 Management Software Menu File - Import - Import Config To Csv File

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software To import configurations, proceed as follows: 1. Select File > Import in the menu bar of an offline configuration. 2. After opening the menu, select the configuration type to be imported. 3. Click the Next button. 4.

  • Page 248: Updating The Matrix Firmware

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex 8.13 Updating the Matrix Firmware NOTICE To process successful firmware updates and avoid failures:  Only use computers to update the matrix that are not integrated into the KVM system.  Ensure that the computer used for the update is not set into standby mode or sleep mode during the update.
  • Page 249 Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software The following information is displayed in the working area: Option Description • Name of the chassis or I/O board Name • Name of the chassis firmware or I/O board firmware Type Type of the chassis firmware or I/O board firmware Current Version Installed firmware version Update Version...

  • Page 250: Fig. 190 Management Software Dialog Save Matrix Status

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Performing the Update To update the matrix firmware, proceed as follows: 1. Select Status & Updates > Update - Matrix Firmware in the task area. All updateable components of the matrix will be automatically selected and highlighted in green. 2.

  • Page 251: Updating The Extender Firmware

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.14 Updating the Extender Firmware The firmware of the extender modules connected to the matrix can be updated in this menu, except for the xxxMSD firmware type that has to be updated via Mini-USB service port if necessary. The firmware type is part of the file name such as the MSD firmware the file extension .pfw , e.g., EXTMSD.pfw .

  • Page 252: Fig. 192 Management Software Menu Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Parallel Mode - Upload

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex There are two possibilities to update the extender modules via matrix: • Parallel Mode: By default, used for parallel updates of several extender modules. The extender modules of all selected I/O boards are updated in parallel. Advantage: The Parallel Mode offers the fastest method for updating the extender modules.

  • Page 253: Fig. 193 Management Software Dialog Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Parallel Mode - Update

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 2. Before the actual update process, all firmware files have to be uploaded to the respective I/O boards to which the extender modules to be updated are connected. If a newer firmware is available, appropriate I/O boards will be automatically selected for the upload in the Selected column and highlighted in green.

  • Page 254: Fig. 194 Management Software Menu Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Parallel Mode - Update

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Updating the Extender Firmware by passing the Extender Firmware from the Memory of the I/O Board When updating an identical or an older firmware version than the version currently installed, the Enable Downgrade option in the upper part of the working area must be enabled. To update the extender firmware via standard update, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 255: Fig. 195 Management Software Menu Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Sequential Mode

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software Performing the Update in Sequential Mode (Expert Update) In the Sequential Mode, individual firmware to be updated can be selected / deselected in this menu. Fig. 195 Management software menu Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Sequential Mode The following information is displayed in the working area: Option Description...

  • Page 256: Fig. 196 Management Software Menu Status & Updates - Update Extender Firmware - Sequential Mode

    Configuration via Management Software Draco tera flex Option Description Expand Tree View Expand the tree view to show detailed information. This allows to select or deselect individual firmware to be updated. Collapse Tree View Collapse the tree view to hide detailed information. An individual selection of firmware to be updated is not possible.

  • Page 257: License Management

    Draco tera flex Configuration via Management Software 8.15 License Management In this menu the matrix can be upgraded with new function bundles by installation of license keys. To obtain license keys to upgrade matrix functions, contact your distributor Fig. 197 Management software menu Status &...

  • Page 258: Operation

    Operation Draco tera flex Operation The matrix can be operated in three different ways: 1. Direct Switching • via a keyboard connected to a CON Unit port and the CON Device favorites • by a macro keyboard connected to a CON Unit port 2.

  • Page 259: Scan Mode

    Draco tera flex Operation Direct Switching of Video 1. Start the command mode by entering the Hot Key. The Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs on the keyboard are flashing. 2. Enter the index number of the new source (computer, CPU) from the list of favorites. 3.

  • Page 260: Function Keys To

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.1.3 Function Keys <F1> to <F16> In the command mode you can retrieve the macros 1 to 32 with the <F1> to <F16> function keys on the connected standard keyboard instead of the special macro keyboard. Executing macros 17 to 32 is realized by the simultaneous use of the <left Shift>...

  • Page 261: Multi-Screen Control Switching Via Keyboard

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.1.5 Multi-Screen Control Switching via Keyboard The Multi-Screen Control function contains a switching of the USB-HID signal between different statically connected sources (computer, CPUs) within a CON Device and can be performed via keyboard (configuration see chapter 8.9.7, page 223 or mouse (see chapter 9.4, page 274).

  • Page 262: Switching Via Osd

    Operation Draco tera flex Switching via OSD 9.2.1 KVM Switching Fig. 198 OSD Menu Switch To switch the CON Device to any available CPU Device, proceed as follows: 1. Select Switch in the main menu. 2. Select in the CPU Devices list on the left-hand side that CPU Device that should be connected to the CON Device.

  • Page 263: Fig. 199 Example View Selection List Cpu Devices

    Draco tera flex Operation Switching via Selection List for CPU Devices The matrix offers the ability to execute KVM switching operations by means of a selection list for CPU Devices next to the OSD in full screen. To use the selection list for CPU Devices, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 264: Extended Switching

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.2.2 Extended Switching Fig. 200 OSD Menu Extended Switch The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description CON device Real CON Device with assigned CON EXT Unit CON assigned Virtual CON Device that is assigned to the Real CON Device CPU connected Currently connected CPU Device CON status...
  • Page 265 Draco tera flex Operation The following keyboard commands are available for switching operations: Keyboard command Function <Space> Set a Video Only connection. <Enter> Set a KVM connection. <Shift> + <Enter> Set a KVM connection in Private Mode (video sharing disabled). <Backspace>...

  • Page 266: Usb 2.0 Switching

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.2.3 USB 2.0 Switching Switching of USB 2.0 extender modules basically works like switching of KVM extender modules. The following scenarios to switch USB 2.0 extender modules are possible. 1. An EXT Unit with USB 2.0 will be created and assigned to an already existing device with existing KVM EXT Units (see chapter 7.7.1, page 98 or chapter 7.8.3, page 109).

  • Page 267: Switching Via Macro List

    Draco tera flex Operation To switch to a local source, proceed as follows: 1. Select Switch in the main menu. 2. If you are not in the Switch menu of the OSD, enter the <Hot Key> to start the command mode. 3.

  • Page 268: Switching Of Single Ext Units Within Devices

    Operation Draco tera flex 5. Press the <Enter> key to execute the macro. The macro will be immediately executed. If the Macro List should be directly displayed upon opening OSD, activate the option Show Macro List in the menu Configuration > CON Devices for the respective CON Devices. 9.2.6 Switching of single EXT Units within Devices You can independently switch CON Devices and CPU Devices with single EXT Units within configurations...

  • Page 269: Addressing Of Master And Sub Matrices

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.2.7 Addressing of Master and Sub Matrices The matrix can be cascaded over two levels. You can either send the commands (including opening the OSD) to the master or the sub matrix. When in the command mode, you can select whether commands should be handled in the master or the sub matrix.

  • Page 270: Switching Operation Via Management Software

    Operation Draco tera flex Switching Operation via Management Software 9.3.1 Extended Switching Switching operations can only be performed in online mode. That means an active network connection is required between the matrix and the management software. You have two options to perform switching operations for the matrix via management software: Possibility 1 All connected CON Devices and the associated CPU Device connections are shown in columns in the working area in this menu.

  • Page 271: Fig. 205 Management Software Menu View - Matrix

    Draco tera flex Operation  To set a video connection between a CON Device and a CPU Device, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Video Access column and select the requested CPU Device.  To set a Private Mode connection between a CON Device and a CPU Device, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Private Access column and select the requested CPU Device.

  • Page 272: Usb 2.0 Switching

    Operation Draco tera flex To perform switching operations between CON and CPU Devices proceed as follows: 1. Select View > Matrix in the task area or select View > Port when using a Matrix Grid. 2. Move the mouse cursor to the port that has to be switched. 3.

  • Page 273: Predefining Macros

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.3.3 Predefining Macros Predefined macros to switch the matrix without loading a new configuration can be created and activated in this menu. This is a function of the management software, not of the matrix. The predefined macros are locally saved on your computer.

  • Page 274: Multi-Screen Control Switching Via Mouse (Panning)

    Operation Draco tera flex Copying a Switch Macro To copy a switch macro, proceed as follows: 1. Select Control > Presets in the task area. 2. Click the Activate Edit Mode menu item in the toolbar. 3. Click with the right mouse button on a selected switch macro in the right column to copy the current switch macro when using the Save as...

  • Page 275: Querying A Status For Diagnosis Via Osd

    Draco tera flex Operation Querying a Status for Diagnosis via OSD Various statuses can be queried for diagnosis: Fig. 207 OSD Menu Status 9.5.1 Network Status The current network configuration is displayed in this menu.  Select Status > Network in the main menu to query the network configuration. Fig.

  • Page 276: Snmp Status

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.5.2 SNMP Status The current SNMP status is displayed in this menu.  Select Status > SNMP in the main menu to query the SNMP status. Fig. 209 OSD Menu Status - SNMP The procedure for activating the SNMP agent or configuring an SNMP server is described in chapter 7.3.6, page 79.

  • Page 277: Firmware Status

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.5.3 Firmware Status The current firmware status is displayed in this menu.  Select Status > Firmware in the main menu to query the firmware status. Fig. 210 OSD Menu Status - Firmware...

  • Page 278: Trace

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.5.4 Trace The trace function is used for diagnostic purposes. All recorded events for activities and switching operations of the matrix are displayed in this menu. To display the recorded events of an I/O board, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 279: Redundancy Function

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.5.5 Redundancy Function Extender modules with redundant connectors for interconnect cables can be simultaneously operated with both connectors at a single Matrix or a Matrix Grid (from firmware version V04.00). The connector labeled with Link 1 at the extender module is meant for the primary connection. If the connection on CON Unit or CPU Unit side is interrupted due to any problem, the connection will be automatically re-established through the second connector labeled with Link 2.

  • Page 280: Querying A Status Via Management Software

    Operation Draco tera flex Querying a Status via Management Software 9.6.1 Device Status The connections to the matrix are displayed in this menu.  Select View > Matrix in the task area to display the current connections. Fig. 213 Management software menu View - Matrix Network port color Description Green...

  • Page 281: Network Status

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.2 Network Status The current network configuration is displayed in this menu.  Select System Settings > Network in the task area to query the network configuration. Fig. 214 Management software menu System Settings - Network - General For information about the parameters, please refer to chapter 8.4.6, page 149.

  • Page 282: Matrix Firmware Status

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.6.3 Matrix Firmware Status The firmware status of the extender modules is displayed in this menu.  Select Status & Updates > Status - Matrix Firmware in the task area to query the current firmware status of the extender modules. Fig.

  • Page 283: Extender Firmware Status

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.4 Extender Firmware Status The firmware status of the extender modules with its name, type, and version is displayed in this menu.  Select Status & Updates > Status - Extender Firmware in the task area to query the current firmware status of the extender modules.
  • Page 284 Operation Draco tera flex The tree view can be expanded and collapsed by clicking with the left mouse button once on the + and - symbols in the ID column to show and hide detailed information. By clicking with the left mouse button once on the + and - symbol in the upper right corner of the working area, you can expand and collapse all information in the tree view.

  • Page 285: Extender Firmware Status On I/O Board

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.5 Extender Firmware Status on I/O Board The extender modules firmware currently stored in the memory on the I/O board via extender firmware update in Parallel Mode is displayed with its name, type, and version in this menu. The firmware can be passed to the extenders if necessary, using the update step of the Parallel Mode (see page 254).

  • Page 286: Syslog Monitoring

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.6.6 Syslog Monitoring The syslog function offers a complete logging of the matrix activities and switching operations in this menu. During logging the activities are written continuously into log files and stored locally. NOTICE Syslog messages are transmitted via UDP. Therefore, port 514 within the used network should not be blocked, e.g., by a firewall.
  • Page 287 Draco tera flex Operation Filter Function To filter relevant messages from the multitude of logged activities of the matrix, the extender modules and the chassis, the Syslog monitoring offers various filter options. To set and activate a filter, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 288: Fig. 219 Management Software Menu Monitoring - Syslog - Example For Search Result

    Operation Draco tera flex Find Function The find function can be used to find specific Syslog messages from a variety of logged activities and relevant messages from the matrix, extender modules, and chassis. Fig. 219 Management software menu Monitoring - Syslog - Example for search result To find specific Syslog messages, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 289: Snmp Monitoring

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.7 SNMP Monitoring The SNMP function allows all function-critical and safety-critical elements of the matrix, the extender modules, and the chassis to be monitored and queried. This function complies with the RFC 1157 conformal standard. NOTICE When using SNMP monitoring, for reasons of access security, the use of a dedicated network according to the IT-Grundschutz catalog is recommended.
  • Page 290 Operation Draco tera flex Filter Function To filter relevant messages from the multitude of logged activities of the matrix, the extender modules and the chassis, the SNMP monitoring offers various filter options. To set and activate a filter, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 291: Fig. 221 Management Software Menu Monitoring - Snmp - Example For Search Result

    Draco tera flex Operation Find Function The find function can be used to find specific SNMP messages from a variety of logged activities and relevant messages from the matrix, extender modules, and chassis. Fig. 221 Management software menu Monitoring - SNMP - Example for search result To find specific SNMP messages, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 292: Redundancy Function

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.6.8 Redundancy Function Extender modules with redundant connectors for interconnect cables can be simultaneously operated with both connectors at a single matrix or a matrix Grid (from firmware version V04.00). The connector labeled with Link 1 at the KVM extender is meant for the primary connection. If the connection on CON Unit or CPU Unit side is interrupted due to any problem, the connection will be automatically re-established through the second connector labeled with Link 2.

  • Page 293: System Check

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.9 System Check The system check offers a diagnostic function for checking the device configuration. The feature indicates non-optimal as well as incorrect settings and displays issues instructions. The system check is only used to check plausibility and does not make any active configuration changes. The following configuration parts are checked: •...

  • Page 294: Fig. 224 Management Software Report System Check

    Operation Draco tera flex A report is displayed after the system check. Fig. 224 Management software report System Check...

  • Page 295: 9.6.10 Network Check

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.6.10 Network Check The network check checks the firewall settings for the ports available in the network. NOTICE Available ports are shown in green. If a port is not available, the corresponding entry appears in red, and instructions are displayed.

  • Page 296: Saving A Status Via Management Software

    Operation Draco tera flex Saving a Status via Management Software 1. Click the Save Status menu item in the toolbar to read out the overall status of the device and store it locally (file extension .zip ). A dialog appears. 2.

  • Page 297: Fig. 228 Management Software Menu Save Status - Anonymization

    Draco tera flex Operation 6. Click the Anonymize checkbox to anonymize your personal data when saving the status file if necessary (not recommended for trouble shooting). If you want to use the status file as a backup, do not click the Anonymize checkbox. 7.

  • Page 298: Fig. 230 Management Software Menu Save Status - Save Status

    Operation Draco tera flex 10. Wait until all steps show green checkmarks and the “Saving status successful” message is displayed. 11. Click the Finish button to finish the saving. Fig. 230 Management software menu Save Status - Save Status...

  • Page 299: Opening A Locally Saved Status Via Management Software

    Draco tera flex Operation Opening a Locally Saved Status via Management Software To load a locally saved status, proceed as follows: 1. Select Device > Load Status… in the menu bar. 2. Navigate to the storage location of the status file to be opened. 3.

  • Page 300: Restarting, Resetting, And Powering Down Functions Via Osd

    Operation Draco tera flex Restarting, Resetting, and Powering down Functions via OSD 9.9.1 Restarting the Matrix To perform a restart of the matrix, proceed as follows:  Select Configuration > Restart Matrix in the main menu. The current configuration is saved in the permanent memory of the matrix and matrix will be restarted with the current configuration.

  • Page 301: Restarting The Controller Board

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.9.3 Restarting the Controller Board To perform a restart of the controller board, proceed as follows:  Select Configuration > Restart CPU Board in the main menu. The current configuration of the controller board is saved in the permanent memory of the matrix and the controller board will be restarted with the current configuration.

  • Page 302: Resetting The Matrix To The Factory Settings

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.9.4 Resetting the Matrix to the Factory Settings NOTICE If you perform a (factory) reset, all current settings and all configurations stored in the matrix will be lost. This also applies to the network parameters (reset to default IP-address) and the admin password. If a firmware update has been installed since the delivery, the matrix will be set to the state defined there.

  • Page 303: Powering Down The Matrix

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.9.5 Powering Down the Matrix To shut down the system, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > Shut down Matrix in the main menu. 2. Click the Okay button to confirm the selection. The current configuration of the matrix is saved in the permanent memory of the matrix and the matrix will be shut down.

  • Page 304: Powering Down The I/O Board

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.9.6 Powering Down the I/O Board To shut down the I/O board, proceed as follows: 1. Select Configuration > Shut down IO Board in the main menu. 2. Click the Okay button to confirm the selection. The current configuration of the I/O boards is saved in the permanent memory of the matrix and the I/O board will be shut down.

  • Page 305: Restarting, Resetting, And Powering Down Functions Via Management Software

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.10 Restarting, Resetting, and Powering down Functions via Management Software 9.10.1 Restarting the Matrix NOTICE When restarting the matrix, the current configuration is saved in the permanent memory of the matrix and the matrix will be restarted with the active configuration. To perform a restart of the matrix, proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 306: 9.10.2 Restarting The Controller Board

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.10.2 Restarting the Controller Board To perform a restart of the controller board, proceed as follows: 1. Select View > Matrix in the task area. 2. Click with the right mouse button on the symbol of a network port of the controller board to be restarted. A context menu appears.

  • Page 307: 9.10.3 Restarting An I/O Board

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.10.3 Restarting an I/O Board To perform a restart of the I/O board, proceed as follows: 1. Select View > Matrix in the task area. 2. Click with the right mouse button on the symbol of the extender of the I/O board to be restarted. A context menu appears.

  • Page 308: 9.10.4 Restarting An Extender Module

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.10.4 Restarting an Extender Module To perform a restart of an extender module, proceed as follows: 1. Select View > Matrix in the task area. 2. Click with the right mouse button on the symbol of the extender to be restarted. A context menu appears.

  • Page 309: 9.10.5 Powering Down The Matrix

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.10.5 Powering Down the Matrix NOTICE After shutting down, the matrix can be disconnected from the power supply. To shut down the matrix, proceed as follows: 1. Select Device > Advanced Service > Shut down Matrix in the menu bar. An access window appears.

  • Page 310: 9.10.6 Resetting The Matrix To The Factory Settings

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.10.6 Resetting the Matrix to the Factory Settings NOTICE If you perform a (factory) reset, all current settings and all configurations stored in the matrix will be lost. This also applies to the network parameters (reset to default IP-address) and the admin password. If a firmware update has been installed since the delivery, the matrix will be set to the state defined there.

  • Page 311: 9.10.7 Resetting An I/O Board To The Factory Settings

    Draco tera flex Operation 9.10.7 Resetting an I/O Board to the Factory Settings NOTICE If you perform a (factory) reset, all current settings and all configurations of the I/O board will be lost. If a firmware update has been installed since the delivery, the I/O boards will be set to the state defined there.

  • Page 312: Summary Of Keyboard Commands

    Operation Draco tera flex 9.11 Summary of Keyboard Commands In the following you find a summary of keyboard commands that can activate extender and matrix functions after executing the Hot Key. Extender Keyboard Command Description <Hot Key>, <a> Download of an EDID for the monitor connected to the CON Unit into the CPU Unit <Hot Key>, <k>, Switch to the KVM connection 1 (only with HDMI CON Units with available...
  • Page 313 Draco tera flex Operation Keyboard Command Description <Hot Key>, <c>, Change the Hot Key according to the predefined Hot Key table <new Hot Key code>, <Enter> <Hot Key>, <c>, Define a freely selectable Hot Key <0>, <new Hot Key>, <Enter> <Hot Key>, <f>, Change the Hot Key for direct OSD access according to the predefined Hot Key <new Hot Key...

  • Page 314: Specifications

    Specifications Draco tera flex Specifications 10.1 Interfaces 10.1.1 RJ45 (Network) The network communication of the devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection. The cabling has to be done according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T) with RJ45 connectors at both ends. All four wire pairs are used in both directions. The cabling is suitable for a full duplex operation. For the cable connection to a source (computer, CPU), a crossed network cable (cross cable) has to be used.

  • Page 315: Interconnect Cable

    Draco tera flex Specifications 10.2 Interconnect Cable 10.2.1 Cat X NOTICE Transmission problems Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed. Operation with several patch fields is possible.  Establish a point-to-point connection. ...

  • Page 316: 10.2.2 Fiber

    Specifications Draco tera flex 10.2.2 Fiber NOTICE Transmission problems Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed. Operation with several patch fields is possible.  Establish a point-to-point connection.  Avoid routing Cat X cables along power cables. Type of Interconnect Cable* Type of cable Specification...

  • Page 317: Connector Pinouts

    Draco tera flex Specifications 10.3 Connector Pinouts 10.3.1 RJ45 (Network) Connector Signal Signal 10.3.2 RJ45 (Interconnect) Connector Signal Signal 10.3.3 Fiber SFP Type LC Connector Diode Signal Data OUT Data IN 10.4 Power Supply, Current Draw and Power Consumption 10.4.1 Power Supply, Current Draw and Power Consumption Draco tera flex Cat X 1G Product type Maximum current Maximum voltage...

  • Page 318: 10.4.2 Power Supply, Current Draw And Power Consumption Draco Tera Flex Cat X 3G

    Specifications Draco tera flex 10.4.2 Power Supply, Current Draw and Power Consumption Draco tera flex Cat X 3G Product type Maximum current Maximum voltage Frequency Power (AC) consumption K480-CX16 5,318 mA 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz 72.9 W K480-CX24 7,157 mA 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz...

  • Page 319: 10.4.5 Power Supply, Current Draw And Power Consumption Hybrid 3G

    Draco tera flex Specifications 10.4.5 Power Supply, Current Draw and Power Consumption Hybrid 3G Product type Maximum current Maximum voltage Frequency Power (AC) consumption K480-CX24FX16 9,434 mA 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz 129.4 W K480-CX24FX40 14,033 mA 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz 185.1 W K480-CX40FX24...

  • Page 320: Mtbf

    Maintenance Draco tera flex 10.8 MTBF The following table contains the mean time between failure (MTBF) in power-on hours (POH). The estimate is based on the FIT rates of the parts included. FIT rates are based on normalized environmental conditions of T = 60°C and activation energy (E ) of 0.7 eV.

  • Page 321: Troubleshooting

    Draco tera flex Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The following chapters provide help in case of problems with the matrix. The content of this help is based on an already functioning extender section. Before operating your extender modules with the matrix, please make sure that the extender modules work via a direct point-to-point connection. A Cat X or fiber optic coupler can be used to support this.

  • Page 322: Failure At The Matrix

    Troubleshooting Draco tera flex 12.6 Failure at the Matrix Diagnosis Possible reason Measure  Restart the matrix. Port definitions as Restart of the matrix not yet USB 2.0 invalid. completed.  Reset Hot Key if necessary (see No OSD access Wrong Hot Key possible.

  • Page 323: 12.7.3 Error Indication At The Fiber Port

    Draco tera flex Troubleshooting 12.7.3 Error Indication at the Fiber Port Fig. 251 LEDs of I/O module fiber Diagnosis Possible reason Measure  Check connecting cables and connectors LED 1 or LED 2 Connections CON Unit, matrix flashing red and CPU Unit. (cable break, CPU/CON Unit offline).

  • Page 324: Technical Support

    Technical Support Draco tera flex Technical Support Prior to contacting support, please ensure you have read this manual, and then installed and set-up your matrix as recommended. 13.1 Support Checklist To efficiently handle your request, it is necessary that you complete a support request checklist (Download).

  • Page 325: Certificates/Directives

    Draco tera flex Certificates/Directives Certificates/Directives 14.1 North American Regulatory Compliance This equipment has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 326: Glossary

    Glossary Draco tera flex Glossary The following terms are commonly used in this manual or in video and KVM technology. Term Description Auto Disconnect Matrix function that allows an automatic disconnect between a CON Device and a CPU Device, if the OSD is opened via this CON Device. Auto Logout Matrix function that describes the duration of inactivity after the user has been logged out from the OSD at this CON Device.
  • Page 327 Draco tera flex Glossary Term Description Multi-Screen Control Control of USB-HID of up to eight sources (computer, CPU) at one sink with only one connected mouse or keyboard. The sink can consist of up to eight monitors, or up to sixteen monitors when operating Dual-Head Sources. In a matrix system, Multi-Screen Control can be set up at multiple sinks.

  • Page 328: Table Of Figures

    Table of Figures Draco tera flex Table of Figures Fig. 1 Example - System overview Single-Head installation ..............16 Fig. 2 Example - System overview Single-Head installation with Multi-Screen Control ......17 Fig. 3 Example - System overview Dual-Head installation with Multi-Screen Control ......18 Fig.
  • Page 329 Draco tera flex Table of Figures Fig. 43 Front side - K480-F160 and K480-FX160 ..................39 Fig. 44 Front side - K480-C120F40 and K480-CX120FX40 ..............40 Fig. 45 Front side - K480-C80F80 and K480-CX80FX80 ................. 40 Fig. 46 Rear side - 160-Port ........................41 Fig.
  • Page 330 Table of Figures Draco tera flex Fig. 86 OSD Menu Assignments - Virtual CON Device ..............115 Fig. 87 OSD Menu Assignments - Multi-Screen Control ..............116 Fig. 88 OSD Menu Configuration - EXT Units ..................119 Fig. 89 OSD Menu Configuration - CPU Devices ................120 Fig.
  • Page 331 Draco tera flex Table of Figures Fig. 128 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Expert View - Extender Type ....................179 Fig. 129 Management software menu Extender & Devices - EXT Units - Firmware Version....180 Fig.
  • Page 332 Table of Figures Draco tera flex Fig. 170 Management software menu Extender & Devices > CPU Devices - Cascading CPU Device ......................231 Fig. 171 Management software menu Extender & Devices > EXT Units - Cascading CON Unit ..232 Fig.
  • Page 333 Draco tera flex Table of Figures Fig. 205 Management software menu View - Matrix ................271 Fig. 206 Management software menu Control - Presets ................ 273 Fig. 207 OSD Menu Status ........................275 Fig. 208 OSD Menu Status - Network ..................... 275 Fig.
  • Page 334 Table of Figures Draco tera flex Fig. 247 Management software dialog Factory Reset Matrix ..............310 Fig. 248 Management software View - Matrix - Context menu .............. 311 Fig. 249 LEDs of I/O module 1G Cat X ..................... 322 Fig. 250 LEDs of I/O module 3G Cat X .....................

  • Page 335: Change Log

    Draco tera flex Change log Change log This table offers an overview about the most important changes available through firmware updates, such as new functions, changed configuration or operation. Edition Date Firmware version Software version Chapter New functions / changes REV01.00 2021-04-20 See chapter 1.1 See chapter 1.1...

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