Belden thinklogical ICT18 Product Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Belden Manuals
  4. Transmitter
  5. Thinklogical ICT18
  6. Product manual
Belden thinklogical ICT18 Product Manual

Belden thinklogical ICT18 Product Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for thinklogical ICT18:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Revision B, August 2024

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the thinklogical ICT18 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Belden thinklogical ICT18

Summary of Contents for Belden thinklogical ICT18

  • Page 1 Revision B, August 2024...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Manual .............................. 4 Active Links ..............................4 Note and Warning Symbols .......................... 4 Introduction: ICT18 (4RU Chassis) ........................5 Introduction: ICT18 1RU ............................. 6 The ICT18 Chassis Configuration ........................ 7 The ICT18 1RU Chassis Configuration ......................7 The Processing Platform Cards ........................
  • Page 3 Appendix F : ICT18 1RU Rear Rack Supports ....................62 About Thinklogical ........................63 A BELDEN BRAND Copyright Notice Copyright © 2024. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    About This Manual Active Links This document contains active cross-reference links in the Table of Contents and for referenced pages throughout, shown in this format: [18], and for external hyperlinks, shown in this format: hyperlink.format. • For .pdf: point / left click •...

  • Page 5: Introduction: Ict18 (4Ru Chassis)

    Introduction: ICT18 (4RU Chassis) is another of Thinklogical’s ® The innovative ICT18 Integrated Client Transmitter solutions for uncompressed, high-resolution video and KVM systems over the fewest cables. The ICT18 houses up to 18 Integrated Client Transmitters in a single 4RU Chassis. This compact, all-in-one chassis eliminates the need for separate client devices in extended virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) applications, increasing system security, reducing IT complexity, and using dramatically less rack space than traditional configurations.

  • Page 6: Introduction: Ict18 1Ru

    Introduction: ICT18 1RU 1RU, Thinklogical’s ® Introducing the ICT18 newest Integrated Client Transmitter solution for uncompressed, high-resolution video and KVM systems over the fewest cables, in a lighter, more compact chassis. The ICT18 1RU houses up to 4 Integrated Client Transmitters in a single 1RU Chassis. This compact, all-in-one chassis uses the same PPC and Transmitter Cards as used in the ICT18 4RU, with the same status and update features.

  • Page 7: The Ict18 Chassis Configuration

    The ICT18 Chassis Configuration The ITC18’s 4RU Chassis houses up to 18 Processor Cards (accessible from the front) connected through a Mid-Plane to up to 18 KVM Transmitter Cards (accessible from the rear). ICT18 Chassis dimensions: Standard 19” rack-mount, 4RU – 17.47” w x 7.0” h x 27.75” d The ICT18 1RU Chassis Configuration The ITC18 1RU’s Chassis houses up to 4 Processing Platform Cards (accessible from the front) connected through a Mid-Plane to up to four KVM Transmitter Cards (accessible from the rear).

  • Page 8: The Kvm Transmitter Cards

    The MGMT Port (Firmware Updates & Control / Status) In addition to firmware updates, the MGMT Port provides Status and Configuration reports and can be used for set-up and de-bug. A USB mini-B to USB-A Cable is provided with each chassis. See pg. [30]. The KVM Transmitter Cards The KVM Transmitter Cards are configured for 10G (TLX) and are available in several video options.

  • Page 9: Pluggable Sfp+ Modules

    Pluggable SFP+ Modules Each Transmitter Card contains SFP+ modules that serve as the fiber-optic couplers for the fiber cables to and from the Thinklogical transmitter and receiver extenders. The SFP+ Optical Module is a 10Gbs Short-Wavelength Transceiver designed for use in bi-directional Fiber-Optic Channel links.

  • Page 10: Transmitter Card Sfp Configurations

    Transmitter Card SFP Configurations ICT18 Transmitter Card SFPs are configured for the following video and USB options. See the Ordering Guides, beginning on pg. [46], for all available options and applicable part numbers. ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 11: The Ict18 Modules

    The ICT18 Modules The Fan Tray The 1RU, hot-swappable Fan Tray, accessible from the front of the chassis (Processor Card side), is located below the Processor Cards. It features 8 horizontally mounted fans to cool the Processor Cards and the Transmitter Cards. The Fan Tray is monitored by an alarm on the Control Module (below). Warning! Do not operate the unit for more than 60 seconds without a Fan Tray installed.

  • Page 12: Ict18 Technical Specifications

    ICT18 Technical Specifications CHASSIS 18-Slot, Midplane Design Width: 17.47" (443.7 mm) - EIA 19" Rack Height: 7.0” (177.8 mm) - 4 RU Depth: 27.75" (704.9 mm) Dimensions Weight (chassis & fan tray only): 20.3 lbs. (9.2 kg) Weight (max., fully loaded): 87.3 lbs. (39.61 kg) Shipping Weight: 110.0 lbs.

  • Page 13: The Ict18 1Ru Modules

    The ICT18 1RU Modules The Control / Fan Module The hot-swappable Control/Fan Module, accessible from the front of the chassis (Processor Card side), is located to the left of the Processor Cards. It features two horizontally mounted fans to cool the Processor Cards and the Transmitter Cards.

  • Page 14: The Ict18 1Ru Chassis Midplane Assembly

    The ICT18 1RU Chassis Midplane Assembly The Chassis Midplane Assembly provides a pass-through mating platform for the Transmitter and Processor Cards, as well as connections for the Control/Fan Module and redundant Power Supplies. The Midplane Assembly also provides alarm connections, power distribution, and card status.

  • Page 15: Ict18 1Ru Technical Specifications

    ICT18 1RU Technical Specifications CHASSIS 4-Slot, Midplane Design Width: 17.47" (443.7 mm) - EIA 19" Rack Height: 1.74” (177.8 mm) - 1 RU Depth: 27.75" (704.9 mm) Dimensions Weight (Chassis, 2 PS & Control/Fan Module only): 13.0 lbs. (5.9 kg) Weight (max., fully loaded): 27.1 lbs.

  • Page 16: Set-Up & Installation

    Set-Up & Installation Contents, ICT18 The ICT18 is a four-rack-unit chassis designed to be mounted in a standard 19” EIA-310 compliant rack. All wiring connections to the product use industry-standard connectors. Non-supplied cables that may be needed are commercially available. Connections are found on both the front and the rear of the unit.

  • Page 17: Unpacking The Unit

    Unpacking the Unit 1. Carefully inspect the shipping container to ensure the “Tamper Evident Shipping Tape” has not been compromised. Two types of tape are used to seal the shipping box containing the product. One type looks like plain, blue tape until removed. A message will transfer onto the cardboard if the tape is removed, providing evidence of tampering.

  • Page 18: Product Serial Number

    Product Serial Number Thinklogical products have a unique serial number, which includes a date-code, printed on an adhesive label that is affixed to the unit. The format for the date-code is 2 digits for the month, dash, 2 digits for the year, plus at least four digits for a unique unit number.

  • Page 19: Connecting To The Ict18 And The Ict18 1Ru

    Connecting to the ICT18 and the ICT18 1RU The KVM Transmitter Cards Each Transmitter Card connects to a corresponding Processor Card through a Chassis Midplane. Fiber- optic cables, in a variety of configurations, transmit and receive KVM, audio and USB to and from Receivers in remote locations.

  • Page 20: Powering-Up For The Ict18 First Time

    Powering-Up for the ICT18 First Time After the unit has been successfully unpacked, inspected and installed in the desired location, it can be powered-up for the first time. Connection to our Products Connections and installation hardware for our products use industry-standard devices and methods.

  • Page 21: Initialization, Ict18

    Initialization, ICT18 Once the unit has been powered-up, look for the following between initialization and system-ready: • The LEDs of each Power Supply will be lit green. • The ALARM LED will be lit red until initialization is complete. • On each Transmit Card, red and green LEDs will flash during initialization. ➢...

  • Page 22: Powering-Up The Ict18 1Ru For The First Time

    Powering-Up the ICT18 1RU for the First Time After the ICT18 1RU has been successfully unpacked, inspected and installed in the desired location, it can be powered-up for the first time. Connection to our Products Connections and installation hardware for our products use industry-standard devices and methods.

  • Page 23: Initialization, Ict18 1Ru

    Initialization, ICT18 1RU Once the unit has been powered-up, look for the following between initialization and system-ready: • The LEDs of each Power Supply will be lit green. • The ALARM LED will be lit red until initialization is complete. •...

  • Page 24: The Transmitter Card Status Leds

    The Transmitter Card Status LEDs Each Transmitter Card’s SFP+ modules have helpful Status LEDs that allow users to asses the condition of each connection at a glance. ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 25: Updates And Maintenance

    Updates and Maintenance How to Power-Down, Remove and Replace a Processor Card There are several ways to power-down an operating Processor Card: A user may press an individual card’s HALT button for >10 seconds to power-down  that card. An individual PPC can be powered down by connecting to the card’s MGMT port and ...

  • Page 26: How To Remove And Replace An Ict18 Power Supply

    How to Remove and Replace an ICT18 Power Supply Note: The Power Supplies are redundant and current-sharing. When removing only one supply, shutdown IS NOT required. Each Power Supply Module is universal input 100-240VAC, 15A, 50- 60Hz. The receptacles are labeled PWR 1 (top) and PWR 2 (bottom). Use only the AC line cords (PWR-000102-R) supplied with the unit.

  • Page 27: How To Remove And Replace The Ict18 Fan Tray

    How to Remove and Replace the ICT18 Fan Tray Note: No shutdown is required prior to replacing the Fan Tray. Warning! Do not operate the ICT18 for > 60 seconds without a Fan Tray installed. The ICT18 uses 8 DC fans mounted in a single-unit, 1RU Fan Tray to move air vertically and horizontally through the enclosure.
  • Page 28 4. Orient the new module with the Alarm on the left. Hold it by the handle and align the interior tray with the card guides. Carefully slide the tray in until it reaches the backplane connector. At this point, use just enough force to firmly engage the module with the mating connector. If the module does not slide freely into the connector, do not force it.

  • Page 29: How To Remove And Replace The Ict18 Control Module

    How to Remove and Replace the ICT18 Control Module MGMT ALARM The Control Module is a field-replaceable unit that features a USB mini-B Update / Management Port and the System Alarms terminal. thinklogical ® 1. Remove any external cables (MGMT, Alarm Terminal). 2.

  • Page 30: The Mgmt Ports

    The MGMT Ports The MGMT Ports are used for configuration, status reporting, troubleshooting and updating firmware & software. Baud Rate: 115200, Data Bits: 8, Parity: None, Stop Bits: 1, Flow Control: None. Control Module (ICT18) and Control/Fan Module (ICT18 1RU) port – Used for Chassis, Tx Card and PPC related functions.

  • Page 31: Control Module Connection - Control Mod Com: Port

    Control Module Connection - Control Mod COM: Port Main Menu 1: Chassis Menu 1: Chassis / 1: Chassis Info 1: Chassis / 2: Chassis Parameters 1: Chassis / 2: Chassis Parameters / 1: Fan PWM setting Fan speed PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) range is 00h (off) to ffh (full on). Default is ffh. 1: Chassis / 2: Chassis Parameters / 2: >>...
  • Page 32 1: Chassis / 2: Chassis Parameters / a: Load Default Configuration 1: Chassis / 2: Chassis Parameters / b: Show Chassis Parameters 1: Chassis / 3: Chassis Thermal Status 1: Chassis / 4: Chassis Power Supply Status Note: In this example, the PS2 power cord is not connected. 2: Transmitter Cards / Menu ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV.
  • Page 33 2: Transmitter Cards / 1: TX Card Information Card ID = Unique number assigned to Thinklogical cards. 2: Transmitter Cards / 2: TX Card Status ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...
  • Page 34 2: Transmitter Cards / 3: TX Card Video Status Note: The 8 columns above will always be displayed, regardless of the hardware/software configuration. 2: Transmitter Cards / 4: TX Card SFP Status FTLX8574, etc., are Finisar ® SFP Part Numbers. ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV.
  • Page 35 2: Transmitter Cards / 5: TX Card HID Parameters Selections 1-6 are enable/disable settings similar to INT Mouse below. 2: Transmitter Cards / 5: TX Card HID Parameters / 7: Show HID Parameters 3: Processor Platform Cards / Menu ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...
  • Page 36 3: Processor Platform Cards / 1: PPC Information Card ID = Unique number assigned to Thinklogical cards. Network SFP P/N = Finisar P/N Card ID = Unique number assigned to Thinklogical cards. Network SFP Part# = Finisar ® Part Number. 3: Processor Platform Cards / 2: PPC Status ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV.
  • Page 37 3: Processor Platform Cards / 3: PPC EDID Parameters Note: Keep in mind the transmitter card configuration when loading EDID parameters to ensure the transmitter is capable of the EDID setting. For example, selecting 1: will yield: Then it will ask which port on that card to load the EDID: 3: Processor Platform Cards / 4: PPC EDID Status 3: Processor Platform Cards / 5: I7 Pushbutton Toggle 3: Processor Platform Cards / 6: I7 Power On...

  • Page 38: Ppc Card Connection - Ppc Com: Port

    PPC Card Connection - PPC COM: Port Main menu 1: System Information 2: Enable/Disable Video Ports 2: Enable/Disable Video Ports / 1:, 3:, 5:, 7: Disable Video Port 2: Enable/Disable Video Ports / 2:, 4:, 6:, 8: Enable Video Port ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV.
  • Page 39 3: Show TX Video Status 4: HALT/RUN CPU Halt CPU ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...
  • Page 40 Run CPU c: Set Video Resolution d: Show Current Resolutions ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 41: Ppc Card Connection - Transmitter Com: Port

    e: Ethernet SFP Parameters PPC Card Connection - Transmitter COM: Port Main Menu 1: System Information 2: Video Information ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...
  • Page 42 3: SFP Parameters 4: System Parameters 4: System Parameters / 1: Change Local Control Name 4: System Parameters / 2: Load Factory Default Settings 4: System Parameters / 3: Debug Message Parameters Note: The Debug menu and functions are for detailed troubleshooting with Thinklogical guidance and is not required for normal operation.
  • Page 43 5: HID Parameters Items 1-3 are enable / disable toggles. 5: HID Parameters / 4: Show HID Parameters ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 44: Firmware And Software Updating

    Firmware and Software Updating Updates are performed using the same USB mini-B cable as used for configuration. Because these procedures do not use ‘COM: ports,’ any open ‘COM: ports’ must be closed before continuing. Note: Close any open ‘COM: ports’ before performing updates. Also see Appendix B, FPGA Program Code Update Procedure, pg.
  • Page 45 PPC Connection This requires the Thinklogical tool FPGA_Download, version 4.70 or greater. 1. Connect the USB cable to the PPC MGMT port to be updated and run the FPGA_Download tool. 2. Select [Identify Product] to confirm the connection. The report will show several devices found. These are for the PPC itself and the corresponding Transmitter (TX) connected to it.

  • Page 46: Ordering Information, Ict18

    Ordering Information, ICT18 Part numbers for the various components of the ICT18 are as follows: See SFP configurations on pg. [10] ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 47: Ordering Information, Ict18 1Ru

    Ordering Information, ICT18 1RU Part numbers for the various components of the ICT18 1RU are as follows: CHS-HD0004 See SFP configurations on pg. [10] CHS-HDF004 CHS-HDBK0P CHS-HDP004 CHS-HDBK0T ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 48: Compliance

    This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take corrective action. European Union Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name & Address: A BELDEN BRAND Thinklogical, 100 Washington Street Milford, Connecticut 06460 USA Thinklogical’s products comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, the EMC...

  • Page 49: Standards With Which This Product Complies

    Standards with Which This Product Complies Safety EN IEC 62368-1:2020+A11 BS EN IEC 62368-1:2020+A11 CB Scheme Certificate Electromagnetic Emissions CENELEC EN 55032:2015+A11 Electromagnetic Immunity CENELEC EN 55035:2017+A11 BS EN 55035 EN 61000-3-2:2019+A1 Harmonics EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1; A2 Flicker EN 61000-4-2:2009 Electro-Static Discharge Test EN 61000-4-3:2006 A1:2008, A2:2010 Radiated Immunity Field Test EN 61000-4-4:2004 Electrical Fast Transient Test EN 61000-4-5:2006 Power Supply Surge Test...

  • Page 50: Thinklogical Support

    Thinklogical without a Return Merchandise Authorization. Our Address If you need to write us or return a product, please use the following address: Thinklogical, A BELDEN BRAND 100 Washington Street Milford, CT 06460 USA Attn: RMA# Please include the Return Merchandise Authorization number.

  • Page 51: Appendix A 1 : Ict18 Quick Start Guide

    Appendix A : ICT18 Quick Start Guide ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 52: Appendix A 2 : Ict18 1Ru Quick Start Guide

    Appendix A : ICT18 1RU Quick Start Guide ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 53: Appendix B: Ict18 Fpga Program Code Update Procedure

    Appendix B: ICT18 FPGA Program Code Update Procedure ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 54: Appendix C: Configuring The Ppc For Pxe Boot

    Appendix C: Configuring the PPC for PXE Boot PXE = Pre-Execution Environment PPC BIOS Boot Settings To get to the PPC BIOS Settings, select the <Delete> key while the PPC is booting. Navigate to: Advanced / Network Stack Configuration The Default setting is [Disabled] Enable each of the following: Network Stack, IPv4 PXE Support, IPv4 HTTP Support and IPv6 PXE Support.
  • Page 55 Navigate to the Boot menu and select: Boot Option #1: [UEFI: HTTP IPv4 Boot Option #2: [UEFI: PXE IPv4 Boot Option #3: [UEFI: PXE IPv6 Select F4 to Save and Exit. The PPC will now boot in PXE mode and connect to a local PXE server. Example of a PXE server menu: You may now choose to Install the image to the SSD or Run the image from RAM (zero client).

  • Page 56: Revert To Ssd Boot Settings

    Revert to SSD Boot Settings Reboot the unit and enter the BIOS settings. Navigate to Boot and select the SSD for Boot Option #1: Navigate to Advanced / Network Stack Configuration. Disable the following options from the bottom up: IPv6 PXE, IPv4 HTTP, IPv4 PXE and Network Stack. Select F4 to Save and Exit.

  • Page 57: Appendix D: Installing Windows 11 Drivers

    Appendix D: Installing Windows 11 Drivers ® The PPC is shipped with an SSD loaded with not-activated Windows11 . The default credentials for Windows 11 at turn-on are user/user. will display a series of yellow ‘bangs ’ to denote missing drivers, as ®...

  • Page 58: Windows 11 N Versions

    4. Install the remaining drivers in any order to clear the remaining bangs: • The Intel_DTT_8.7.10700.22502 driver clears out PCI Data Acquisition and an Unknown device. No restart required. • The SerialIO_30.100.2129.8_PV_TGL_PCH_Win11 driver clears out an Unknown device. No restart required. •...

  • Page 59: Appendix E: Rtc Battery Swap

    Appendix E: RTC Battery Swap Each PPC has a 3V Real Time Clock (RTC) Battery, HWR-174, that may one day need replacement. A system reboot is required after a battery swap on any PPC. This will typically result in a hang-up at the BIOS screen.
  • Page 60 Secure Boot 2. Scroll down and select Secure Boot Mode Custom 3. Select , then Restore Factory Keys Install factory defaults 4. Select , then <enter> to 5. Select Yes <enter> to Reset Without Saving. The ICT18 will now reboot and resume normal functionality. ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV.

  • Page 61: Appendix F 1 : Ict18 Rear Rack Supports

    Appendix F : ICT18 Rear Rack Supports ICT18 Rear Rack Support Kit: ENCA000815 46-50” Other available ICT18 Rear Support Bracket Kits: ENCA000816 42-46” ENCA000817 38-42” ENCA000818 34-38” ENCA000819 30-34” ENCA000820 28-32” ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 62: Appendix F 2 : Ict18 1Ru Rear Rack Supports

    Appendix F : ICT18 1RU Rear Rack Supports ICT18 1RU Rear Rack Support Kit: ENCA000827 39-42” Other available ICT18 1RU Rear Support Bracket Kits: ENCA000823 28-31” ENCA000824 31-34” ENCA000825 34-37” ENCA000826 36-39” ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

  • Page 63: About Thinklogical

    Thinklogical products are designed and manufactured in the USA and are certified to the ISO 9001:2015 standard. Thinklogical is headquartered in Milford, Connecticut and is owned by Belden, Inc., St. Louis, MO ( ). For more information about Thinklogical products and services, http://www.belden.com...
  • Page 64 NOTES: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ICT18 PRODUCT MANUAL, REV. B - AUGUST 2024...

This manual is also suitable for:

Thinklogical ict18 1ru

Table of Contents