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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Default Logon Information ......................11 Getting Started..........................12 Step 1: Connect the Dominion KX II..................12 Step 2: Configure the Dominion KX II ................15 Valid Special Characters for Target Names ..............20 Step 3: Configure KVM Target Servers................23 Step 4: Configure Network Firewall Settings..............33 Step 5 (Optional): Configure Keyboard Language ............34...
Page 4 Contents Video Properties ........................ 61 Mouse Options........................65 VKC Virtual Media ......................70 Tool Options ........................70 View Options........................72 Help Options ........................73 Chapter 4 Virtual Media Overview ............................75 Prerequisites for Using Virtual Media ..................77 File Server Setup (File Server ISO Images Only)................78 Using Virtual Media........................
Page 5 Contents Changing a Password........................118 Chapter 7 Device Management Network Settings........................119 Network Basic Settings....................120 LAN Interface Settings.....................122 Device Services .........................124 Modem Settings .........................125 Configuring Date/Time Settings....................126 Event Management........................128 Configuring Event Management - Settings..............128 Event Management - Destinations ..................130 Power Supply Setup ........................134 Port Configuration ........................136 Configuring Standard Target Servers................137 Configuring Powerstrip Targets (Non-PX)...............137...
Page 6 Setting Parameters......................210 Setting Network Parameters....................211 CLI Prompts ..........................211 CLI Commands ..........................211 Security Issues ........................212 Administering the Dominion KX II Console Server Configuration Commands ......213 Configuring Network ........................213 Interface Command ......................214 Name Command......................214 IPv6 Command ........................215 Chapter 13 Dominion KX II Local Console Overview ............................217...
Page 7 Hotkeys ............................222 Special Sun Key Combinations ....................222 Accessing a Target Server ......................223 Returning to the Dominion KX II Local Console Interface ............223 Local Port Administration......................223 Dominion KX II Local Console Local Port Settings ............224 Dominion KX II Local Console Factory Reset ..............228 Resetting the Dominion KX II Using the Reset Button ..............229...
Page 8 Target BIOS Boot Time with Virtual Media..............268 CC-SG ............................268 Virtual KVM Client Version Not Known from CC-SG Proxy Mode ........268 Single Mouse Mode - Connecting to a Dominion KX II Target Under CC-SG Control Via VKC Using Firefox ......................268 MPC and VKC Connection Settings ................268 Proxy Mode and MPC .....................268...
Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction
(on page 143) for more information. • Online help has been added to the Dominion KX II. A PDF version of the help, which contains the same information as the online help, can be found on the Firmware and Documentation page of Raritan's...
Page 10: Dominion Kx Ii Help
Raritan's website. Installation requirements and instructions for client applications used with the Dominion KX II can be found in the KVM and Serial Client User Guide, also found on the Raritan website. Where applicable, specific client functions used with the Dominion KX II are included in this...
Page 11: Dominion Kx Ii Overview
64 servers from anywhere in the world via a web browser. At the rack, the Dominion KX II provides BIOS-level control of up to 64 servers and other IT devices from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
Page 12 Chapter 1: Introduction Diagram key Cat5 cable Remote virtual media USB drive(s) Computer Interface Power strip Module (CIM) Dominion KX II Local access Remote KVM and serial IP LAN/WAN devices Modem PSTN Remote (network) access...
Page 13: Virtual Media
Chapter 1: Introduction Virtual Media All Dominion KX II models support virtual media. The benefits of virtual media - mounting of remote drives/media on the target server to support software installation and diagnostics - are now available in all of the Dominion KX II models.
Page 14: Product Photos
Chapter 1: Introduction Product Photos...
Page 15: Product Features
Chapter 1: Introduction Product Features Hardware • Integrated KVM-over-IP remote access • 1U or 2U (KX2-464) rack-mountable; brackets included • Dual power supplies with failover; autoswitching power supply with power failure warning • 8, 16, 32, or 64 (on KX2-464) server ports •...
Page 16: Software
• IPv4 and IPv6 support • Power control associated directly with servers to prevent mistakes • Integration with Raritan's CommandCenter Secure Gateway (CC-SG) management unit • CC Unmanage feature to remove device from CC-SG control Terminology This manual uses the following terminology for the components of a...
Page 17 Local Access Console Local User - an optional user console (consisting of a keyboard, mouse, and multi-sync VGA monitor) attached directly to the Dominion KX II to control KVM target servers (directly at the rack, not through the network). Remote PC Networked computers used to access and control KVM target servers connected to the Dominion KX II.
Page 18: Package Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction Package Contents Each Dominion KX II ships as a fully-configured stand-alone product in a standard 1U (2U for KX2-464) 19" rackmount chassis. Each Dominion KX II device ships with the following contents: Amount Item included Dominion KX II device...
Page 19: Chapter 2 Installation And Configuration
For example, the default password raritan must be entered entirely in lowercase letters. The first time you start the Dominion KX II, you are required to change the default password. IP address The Dominion KX II ships with the default IP address of 192.168.0.192.
Page 20: Getting Started
The letters in the diagram correspond to the topics in this section that describe the connection. A. AC Power To connect the power supply: 1. Attach the included AC power cord to the Dominion KX II and plug into an AC power outlet.
Page 21 B. Modem Port (Optional) The Dominion KX II features a dedicated modem port for remote access even when the LAN/WAN is unavailable. Using a straight-through serial (RS-232) cable, connect an external serial modem to the port labeled...
Page 22 D. Local Access Port (Local PC) For convenient access to target servers while at the rack, use the Dominion KX II Local Access port. While the local port is required for installation and setup, it is optional for subsequent use. The local port also provides a graphical user interface (the KX II Local Console) for administration and target server access.
Page 23: Step 2: Configure The Dominion Kx Ii
Step 2: Configure the Dominion KX II The first time you power up the Dominion KX II device, there is some initial configuration that you need to perform through the Dominion KX II Local Console: •...
Page 24 To change the default password: 1. Power on the Dominion KX II using the power switch(es) at the back of the unit. Wait for the Dominion KX II unit to boot. (A beep signals that the boot is complete.) 2. Once the unit has booted, the Dominion KX II Local Console is visible on the monitor attached to the Dominion KX II local port.
Page 25 None (Static IP) - This option requires that you manually specify the network parameters. This is the recommended option because the Dominion KX II is an infrastructure device and its IP address should not change. DHCP - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is used by networked computers (clients) to obtain unique IP addresses and other parameters from a DHCP server.
Page 26 DNS addresses that will be used if the primary DNS server connection is lost due to an outage. a. Primary DNS Server IP Address b. Secondary DNS Server IP Address 7. When finished, click OK. Your Dominion KX II device is now network accessible.
Page 27 Autodetect (autonegotiator) does not properly set the network parameters, which results in network issues. In these instances, setting the Dominion KX II LAN Interface Speed & Duplex field to 100 Mbps/Full Duplex (or whatever option is appropriate to your network) addresses the issue.
Page 28: Valid Special Characters For Target Names
Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration 2. Using the Dominion KX II Local Console, choose Device Settings > Port Configuration. The Port Configuration page opens. 3. Click the Port Name of the target server you want to rename. The Port Page opens.
Page 29 Power Supply Setup (on page 134). Note to CC-SG Users If you are using the Dominion KX II in a CC-SG configuration, perform the installation steps, and when finished, consult the CommandCenter Secure Gateway User Guide, Administrator Guide, or Deployment Guide to proceed (all found on Raritan's website, www.raritan.com,...
Page 30 II, local port users will be authenticated against the local user database or the remote authentication server (LDAP/LDAPS or RADIUS) configured on the Dominion KX II. They will not be authenticated against the CC-SG user database. For additional information about CC-SG authentication, see the...
Page 31: Step 3: Configure Kvm Target Servers
Step 3: Configure KVM Target Servers KVM target servers are the computers that will be accessed and controlled via the Dominion KX II. Before installing the Dominion KX II, configure all KVM target servers to ensure optimum performance. This configuration applies only to KVM target servers, not to the client workstations (remote PCs) used to access the Dominion KX II remotely.
Page 32 Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration b. Click the Motion tab. Set the acceleration to None. Set the mouse motion speed setting to exactly the middle speed. Click OK. 2. Disable transition effects: a. Select the Display option from the Control Panel. b.
Page 33 Note: For KVM target servers running Windows 2000 or XP, you may wish to create a user name that will be used only for remote connections through the Dominion KX II. This will enable you to keep the target server's slow mouse pointer motion/acceleration settings exclusive to the Dominion KX II connection.
Page 34 Choose Main Menu > System Settings > Display. The Display Settings dialog appears. b. From the Display tab, select a Resolution supported by the Dominion KX II. c. From the Advanced tab, verify that the Refresh Rate is supported by the Dominion KX II.
Page 35 2. Ensure that each target server running Linux is using a resolution supported by the Dominion KX II at a standard VESA resolution and refresh rate. 3. Each Linux target server should also be set so the blanking times are within +/- 40% of VESA standard values: a.
Page 36 Choose Main Menu > System Settings > Display. The Display Settings dialog appears. b. On the Settings tab, select a Resolution supported by the Dominion KX II. c. Click OK. Note: Once connected to the target server, in many Linux graphical environments, the <Ctrl>...
Page 37 1. Choose Desktop Preferences > Graphics Card and Monitor. The Card and Monitor Properties dialog appears. 2. Verify that a Resolution and Refresh Rate is in use that is supported by the Dominion KX II. See Supported Video Resolutions (on page 230) for more information.
Page 38 The command line xset mouse a t where a is the acceleration and t is the threshold. 2. All KVM target servers must be configured to one of the display resolutions supported by the Dominion KX II. The most popular supported resolutions for Sun machines are: Display resolution...
Page 39 2. Issue the following command to change the output resolution: setenv output-device screen:r1024x768x70 3. Issue the boot command to reboot the server. You can also contact your Raritan representative to purchase a video output adapter: If you have: Use this video output adapter:...
Page 40 Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration Video Settings (POST) Sun systems have two different resolution settings: a POST resolution and a GUI resolution. Run these commands from the command line. Note: 1024x768x75 is used as an example here; substitute the resolution and refresh rate you are using.
Page 41: Step 4: Configure Network Firewall Settings
Resolution and Refresh Rate. 4. Select the video card in use. 5. Click List. A list of display modes is presented. 6. Select a resolution and refresh rate supported by the Dominion KX II. Supported Video Resolutions (on page 230) for more information.
Page 42: Step 5 (Optional): Configure Keyboard Language
Del key on your keyboard. The Caps Lock light starts to blink, indicating that the CIM is in Layout Code Change mode. The text window displays: Raritan Computer, Inc. Current keyboard layout code = 22h (US5 UNIX). 3. Type the layout code desired (for example, 31 for the Japanese keyboard).
Page 43: Chapter 3 Working With Target Servers
Interfaces ....................35 Virtual KVM Client ...................49 Interfaces There are several user interfaces in the Dominion KX II providing you with easy access any time, anywhere. These include the Dominion KX II Local Console, the Dominion KX II Remote Console, and the Multi-Platform Client (MPC).
Page 44: Dominion Kx Ii Local Console Interface
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Dominion KX II Local Console Interface When you are located at the server rack, the Dominion KX II provides standard KVM management and administration via the Dominion KX II Local Console. The Dominion KX II Local Console provides a direct KVM (analog) connection to your connected servers;...
Page 45 3. Type the following URL: http://IP-ADDRESS, where IP-ADDRESS is the IP address that you assigned to your Dominion KX II. You can also use https, the DNS name of the Dominion KX II assigned by the administrator (provided that a DNS server has been configured), or just simply type the IP address in the browser (Dominion KX II always redirects the IP address from HTTP to HTTPS.) The Login...
Page 46 Dominion KX II functions available via the Remote Console. Dominion KX II Console Layout Both the Dominion KX II Remote Console and the Dominion KX II Local Console interfaces provide an HTML (web-based) interface for configuration and administration, as well as target server list and selection.
Page 47 Port Number sequence. Port Name - The name of the Dominion KX II port. Initially, this is set to Dominion-KX2-Port# but you can change the name to something more descriptive.
Page 48 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Availability - The Availability can be Idle, Connected, Busy, or Unavailable. Blade servers will have an availability of either shared or exclusive when a connection to that blade is in place. 2. Click View by Port or View by Group to switch between views. In addition to the Port Number, Port Name, Status, Type, and Availability, a Group column is also displayed on the View by Group tab.
Page 49 (KVM target server). This menu item is available only for KVM targets. This option is visible only when a Virtual KVM Client is opened. Note: This menu item is not available on the Dominion KX II Local Console. •...
Page 50 Retrieve discovered Dominion KX II devices from the connected KX device (after login) Note: This feature is available only on the Dominion KX II Remote Console (not the Dominion KX II Local Console). To access a favorite Dominion KX II device: •...
Page 51 PC's local subnet. Discover Devices - Dominion KX Discover the Raritan devices on II Subnet the Dominion KX II device subnet. Add New Device to Favorites Add, edit, and delete devices from your list of Favorites. Favorites List Page From the Favorites List page, you can add, edit, and delete devices from your list of favorites.
Page 52 Discovering Devices on the Local Subnet This option discovers the devices on your local subnet, which is the subnet where the Dominion KX II Remote Console is running. These devices can be accessed directly from this page or you can add them to your list of favorites.
Page 53 Discovering Devices on the Dominion KX II Subnet This option discovers devices on the device subnet, which is the subnet of the Dominion KX II device IP address itself. You can access these devices directly from this the Subnet page or add them to your list of favorites.
Page 54 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers To discover devices on the device subnet: 1. Choose Manage > Discover Devices - Dominion KX II Subnet. The Discover Devices - Dominion KX II Subnet page appears. 2. Click Refresh. The list of devices on the local subnet is refreshed.
Page 55 Important: Exercise caution in the removal of favorites. You are not prompted to confirm their deletion. 1. Select the checkbox next to the appropriate Dominion KX II device. 2. Click the Delete button. The favorite is removed from your list of favorites.
Page 56: Multi-Platform Client Interface
1. To open MPC from a client running any supported browser, type http://IP-ADDRESS/mpc into the address line, where IP-ADDRESS is the IP address of your Raritan device. MPC will open in a new window. Note: The Alt+Tab command will toggle between windows only on the local system.
Page 57: Virtual Kvm Client
Connecting to a KVM Target Server To connect to a KVM target server: 1. From the Dominion KX II Remote Console, click the Port Access tab to open it. The Port Access page opens. 2. Click the Port Name of the target you want to access. The Port Action menu appears.
Page 58: Vkc Toolbar
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers VKC Toolbar Button Button Description Name Connection Opens the Modify Connection Properties Properties dialog from which you can manually adjust bandwidth options (such as connection speed, color depth, and so forth). Same as choosing Connection > Properties or choosing Connection Properties on the shortcut menu, which is opened by pressing Ctrl+Left Alt+M.
Page 59: Switching Between Kvm Target Servers
Switching Between KVM Target Servers With the Dominion KX II, you can access several KVM target servers. The Dominion KX II provides the ability to switch from one target server to another. Note: This feature is available in the Dominion KX II Remote Console only.
Page 60: Power Controlling A Target Server
Note: These features are available only when you have made power associations. To power cycle a KVM target server: 1. From the Dominion KX II Remote Console, click the Port Access tab. The Port Access page opens. 2. Click the Port Name of the appropriate target server. The Port Action menu appears.
Page 61: Disconnecting Kvm Target Servers
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Disconnecting KVM Target Servers Note: This item is not available on the Dominion KX II Local Console. The only way to disconnect from the switched target in the Local Console is to use the hot key.
Page 62: Connection Properties
The Dominion KX II dynamic video compression algorithms maintain KVM console usability under varying bandwidth constraints. The Dominion KX II devices optimize KVM output not only for LAN use, but also for WAN use. These devices can also control color depth and limit video output, offering an optimal balance between video quality and system responsiveness for any bandwidth.
Page 63 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers 256 Kb (Cable) 128 Kb (Dual ISDN) 56 kb (ISP Modem) 33 kb (Fast Modem) 24 kb (Slow Modem) Note that these settings are an optimization for specific conditions rather than an exact speed. The client and server always attempt to deliver video as quickly as possible on the network regardless of the current network speed and encoding setting.
Page 64: Connection Information
The following information is displayed about the current connection: • Device Name - The name of the Dominion KX II device. • IP Address - The IP address of the Dominion KX II device. • Port - The KVM communication TCP/IP port used to access the target device.
Page 65 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Building a Keyboard Macro To build a macro: 1. Click Keyboard > Keyboard Macros. The Keyboard Macros dialog appears. 2. Click Add. The Add Keyboard Macro dialog appears. 3. Type a name for the macro in the Keyboard Macro Name field. This name will appear in the Keyboard menu after it is created.
Page 66 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers 8. Click OK to save the macro. Click Clear to clear all field and start over. When you click OK, the Keyboard Macros dialog appears and lists the new keyboard macro.
Page 67 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers 9. Click Close to close the Keyboard Macros dialog. The macro will now appear on the Keyboard menu in the application. Select the new macro on the menu to run it or use the keystrokes you assigned to the macro.
Page 68 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers 5. Click OK. To remove a macro: 1. Choose Keyboard > Keyboard Macros. The Keyboard Macros dialog appears. 2. Choose the macro from among those listed. 3. Click Remove. The macro is deleted. Hot-key combinations that coincide with blade chassis switching key sequences will not be sent to blades housed in those chassis.
Page 69: Video Properties
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Video Properties Refresh Screen The Refresh Screen command forces a refresh of the video screen. Video settings can be refreshed automatically in several ways: • The Refresh Screen command forces a refresh of the video screen. •...
Page 70 Warning: Exercise caution when changing the Clock and Phase settings. Doing so may result in lost or distorted video and you may not be able to return to the previous state. Contact Raritan Technical Support before making any changes. Clock - Controls how quickly video pixels are displayed across the video screen.
Page 71 Quick sense video mode With this option, the Dominion KX II device will use a quick video Auto Sense in order to show the target's video sooner. This option is especially useful for entering a target server's BIOS configuration right after a reboot.
Page 72 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Note: Some Sun background screens, such as screens with very dark borders, may not center precisely on certain Sun servers. Use a different background or place a lighter colored icon in the upper left corner of the screen.
Page 73: Mouse Options
You can operate in either single mouse mode or dual mouse mode. When in dual mouse mode, and provided the option is properly configured, the mouse cursors will align. When there are two mouse cursors, the Dominion KX II device offers several mouse modes: •...
Page 74 Be sure to follow these steps when configuring mouse synchronization: 1. Verify that the selected video resolution and refresh rate are among those supported by the Dominion KX II device. The Virtual KVM Client Connection Info dialog displays the actual values that the Dominion KX II is seeing.
Page 75 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Additional Notes for Intelligent Mouse Mode • Be sure that there are no icons or applications in the upper left section of the screen since that is where the synchronization routine takes place. • Do not use an animated mouse.
Page 76 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Intelligent Mouse Mode In Intelligent Mouse mode, the Dominion KX II device can detect the target mouse settings and synchronize the mouse cursors accordingly, allowing mouse acceleration on the target. In this mode, the mouse cursor does a “dance”...
Page 77 Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers Please note that mouse configurations will vary on different target operating systems. Consult your OS guidelines for further details. Also note that intelligent mouse synchronization does not work with UNIX targets. Absolute Mouse Mode In this mode, absolute coordinates are used to keep the client and target cursors in sync, even when the target mouse is set to a different acceleration or speed.
Page 78: Vkc Virtual Media
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers To exit single mouse mode: 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+O on your keyboard to exit single mouse mode. VKC Virtual Media See the chapter on Virtual Media for complete information about setting up and using virtual media. Tool Options From the Tools menu, you can specify certain options for use with the Virtual KVM Client, including logging, setting the keyboard type, and...
Page 79 Language Configuration on Linux Because the Sun JRE on Linux has problems generating the correct Key Events for foreign-language keyboards configured using System Preferences, Raritan recommends that you configure foreign keyboards using the methods described in the following table. Language...
Page 80: View Options
Chapter 3: Working with Target Servers View Options View Toolbar You can use the Virtual KVM client with or without the toolbar display. To toggle the display of the toolbar (on and off): • Choose View > View Toolbar. Scaling Scaling your target window allows you to view the entire contents of the target server window.
Page 81: Help Options
Help Options About Raritan Virtual KVM Client This menu command provides version information about the Virtual KVM Client, in case you require assistance from Raritan Technical Support. To obtain version information: • Choose Help > About Raritan Virtual KVM Client.
Page 82: Chapter 4 Virtual Media
Virtual Media Chapter 4 In This Chapter Overview....................75 Prerequisites for Using Virtual Media ............77 File Server Setup (File Server ISO Images Only) ........78 Using Virtual Media .................79 Connecting to Virtual Media ..............81 Disconnecting Virtual Media ..............84...
Page 83: Overview
Virtual media can include internal and USB-mounted CD and DVD drives, USB mass storage devices, PC hard drives, and ISO images (disk images). Note: ISO9660 is the standard supported by Raritan. However, other ISO standards can be used. Virtual media provides the ability to perform additional tasks remotely, such as: •...
Page 84 Chapter 4: Virtual Media...
Page 85: Prerequisites For Using Virtual Media
Prerequisites for Using Virtual Media With the Dominion KX II virtual media feature, you can mount up to two drives (of different types) that are supported by the USB profile currently applied to the target. These drives are accessible for the duration of the KVM session.
Page 86: File Server Setup (File Server Iso Images Only)
ISO9660 format is the standard supported by Raritan. However, other CD-ROM extensions may also work. Use the Dominion KX II Remote Console File Server Setup page to designate the files server(s) and image paths that you want to access using Dominion KX II virtual media. File server ISO image(s) specified...
Page 87: Using Virtual Media
KX2. Using Virtual Media With the Dominion KX II virtual media feature, you can mount up to two drives (of different types) that are supported by the USB profile currently applied to the target. These drives are accessible for the duration of the KVM session.
Page 88 However, other CD-ROM extensions may also work. 2. Open a KVM session with the appropriate target server. a. Open the Port Access page from the Dominion KX II Remote Console. b. Connect to the target server from the Port Access page: Click the Port Name for the appropriate server.
Page 89: Connecting To Virtual Media
NTFS-formatted partition (for example, the local C drive) has been redirected to them. If this occurs, close the Dominion KX II Remote Console and reconnect before redirecting another virtual media device. If other users are connected to the same target server, they must also close their connections to the target server.
Page 90: Conditions When Read/Write Is Not Available
Port Permission VM Access is set to Read-Only or Deny. CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/ISO Images This option mounts CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and ISO images. Note: ISO9660 format is the standard supported by Raritan. However, other CD-ROM extensions may also work. To access a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or ISO image: 1.
Page 91 File Server Setup page. Only items you configured using the Dominion KX II File Server Setup page will be in the drop-down list. See for more information. c. File Server Username - User name required for access to the file server.
Page 92: Disconnecting Virtual Media
Chapter 4: Virtual Media Disconnecting Virtual Media To disconnect the virtual media drives: • For local drives, choose Virtual Media > Disconnect Drive. • For CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and ISO images, choose Virtual Media > Disconnect CD-ROM/ISO Image. Note: In addition to disconnecting the virtual media using the Disconnect command, simply closing the KVM connection closes the virtual media as well.
Page 93: Chapter 5 Configuring Usb Profiles
BIOS level. USB profiles are configured on the Device Settings > Port Configuration > Port page of the Dominion KX II Remote and Local Consoles. A device administrator can configure the port with the profiles that best meet the needs of the user and the target server configuration.
Page 94: Cim Compatibility
(on page 242) for additional information. Available USB Profiles The current release of the Dominion KX II comes with the selection of USB profiles described in the following table. New profiles are included with each firmware upgrade provided by Raritan. As new profiles are added, they will be documented in the help.
Page 95 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description BIOS DellOptiplex Keyboard Dell Optiplex BIOS Access (Keyboard Only Only) Use this profile to have keyboard functionality for the Dell Optiplex BIOS when using D2CIM-VUSB. When using the new D2CIM-DVUSB, use 'Generic' profile.
Page 96 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description BIOS DellPowerEdge Dell PowerEdge BIOS Access Keyboard Only (Keyboard Only) Use this profile to have keyboard functionality for the Dell PowerEdge BIOS when using D2CIM-VUSB. When using the new D2CIM-DVUSB, use 'Generic' profile. Notice: •...
Page 97 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description BIOS Generic BIOS Generic Use this profile when Generic OS profile does not work on the BIOS. WARNING: USB enumeration will trigger whenever Virtual Media is connected or disconnected Restrictions: • USB bus speed limited to full-speed (12 MBit/s) •...
Page 98 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description BIOS Lenovo ThinkPad T61 BIOS Lenovo ThinkPad T61 and X61 & X61 (boot from Virtual Media) Use this profile to boot the T61 and X61 series laptops from Virtual Media. Restrictions: • USB bus speed limited to full-speed (12 MBit/s) BIOS Mac...
Page 99 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description HP Proliant DL360/DL380 G4 HP Proliant DL360/DL380 G4 (Windows 2003 Server (Windows 2003 Server Installation) Installation) Use this profile for the HP Proliant DL360/DL380 G4 series server when installing Windows 2003 Server without the help of HP SmartStart CD.
Page 100 Chapter 5: Configuring USB Profiles USB profile Description Supermicro Mainboard Supermicro Mainboard Phoenix Phoenix (AwardBIOS) AwardBIOS Use this profile for the Supermicro series mainboards with Phoenix AwardBIOS. Restrictions: • Virtual CD-ROM and disk drives cannot be used simultaneously Suse 9.2 SuSE Linux 9.2 Use this for SuSE Linux 9.2 distribution.
Page 101: Selecting Profiles For A Kvm Port
(12 MBit/s) Selecting Profiles for a KVM Port The Dominion KX II comes with a set of USB profiles that you can assign to a KVM port based on the characteristics of the KVM target server it connects to. You assign USB profiles to a KVM port in the Device Settings >...
Page 102: Chapter 6 User Management
Changing a Password ................118 User Groups The Dominion KX II stores an internal list of all user and group names to determine access authorization and permissions. This information is stored internally in an encrypted format. There are several forms of authentication and this one is known as “local authentication”.
Page 103: User Group List
Relationship Between Users and Groups Users belong to a group and groups have privileges. Organizing the various users of your Dominion KX II into groups saves time by allowing you to manage permissions for all users in a group at once, instead of managing permissions on a user-by-user basis.
Page 104 5. Set the IP ACL. See Group-Based IP ACL (Access Control List) (on page 99). This feature limits access to the Dominion KX II device by specifying IP addresses. It applies only to users belonging to a specific group, unlike the IP Access Control list feature that applies to all access attempts to the device (and takes priority).
Page 105 Chapter 6: User Management Note: Several administrative functions are available within MPC and from the Dominion KX II Local Console. These functions are available only to members of the default Admin group. Note: Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.
Page 106 Chapter 6: User Management...
Page 107 Group-Based IP ACL (Access Control List) Important: Exercise caution when using group-based IP access control. It is possible to be locked out of your Dominion KX II if your IP address is within a range that has been denied access.
Page 108 Chapter 6: User Management This feature limits access to the Dominion KX II device by users in the selected group to specific IP addresses. This feature applies only to users belonging to a specific group, unlike the IP Access Control List feature that applies to all access attempts to the device, is processed first, and takes priority.
Page 109 (channel names, power associations), event management (SNMP, Syslog), virtual media file server setup Diagnostics Network interface status, network statistics, ping host, trace route to host, Dominion KX II diagnostics Maintenance Backup and restore database, firmware upgrade, factory reset, reboot...
Page 110: Adding A New User Group
5. Set the IP ACL. See Group-Based IP ACL (Access Control List) (on page 99). This feature limits access to the Dominion KX II device by specifying IP addresses. It applies only to users belonging to a specific group, unlike the IP Access Control list feature that applies to all access attempts to the device (and takes priority).
Page 111 Chapter 6: User Management Note: Several administrative functions are available within MPC and from the Dominion KX II Local Console. These functions are available only to members of the default Admin group. Note: Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.
Page 112: Modifying An Existing User Group
3. When prompted to confirm the deletion, click OK. Users Users must be granted user names and passwords to gain access to the Dominion KX II. This information is used to authenticate users attempting to access your Dominion KX II.
Page 113: User List
Choose User Management > User List. The User List page opens. Adding a New User It is a good idea to define user groups before creating Dominion KX II users because, when you add a user, you must assign that user to an existing user group.
Page 114: Modifying An Existing User
Logging a User Off (Force Logoff) If you are an administrator, you are able to log off another locally authenticated user who is logged on to the Dominion KX II. To log off a user: 1. Open the User List page by choosing User Management > User List or click the Connected User link in the left panel of the page.
Page 115: Authentication Settings
The user's assigned privileges determine what type of access is allowed. This is called authorization. When the Dominion KX II is configured for remote authentication, the external authentication server is used primarily for the purposes of authentication, not authorization.
Page 116: Implementing Ldap/Ldaps Remote Authentication
8. Select the Enable Secure LDAP checkbox if you would like to use SSL. This will enable the Secure LDAP Port field. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is a cryptographic protocol that allows Dominion KX II to communicate securely with the LDAP/LDAPS server.
Page 117 LDAP/LDAPS (up to 31 characters), and where in the database to begin searching for the specified Base DN. An example Base Search value might be: cn=Users,dc=raritan,dc=com. Consult your authentication server administrator for the appropriate values to enter into these fields.
Page 118 Chapter 6: User Management 15. Active Directory Domain. Type the name of the Active Directory Domain. For example, testradius.com. Consult with your Active Directive Administrator for a specific domain name. Note: Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.
Page 119: Returning User Group Information From Active Directory Server
2. On your Active Directory server, create new groups with the same group names as in the previous step. 3. On your AD server, assign the Dominion KX II users to the groups created in step 2. 4. From the Dominion KX II, enable and configure your AD server properly.
Page 120: Implementing Radius Remote Authentication
8. The Timeout is recorded in seconds and default timeout is 1 second, but can be changed as required. The timeout is the length of time the Dominion KX II waits for a response from the RADIUS server before sending another authentication request.
Page 121 Chapter 6: User Management CHAP - With CHAP, authentication can be requested by the server at any time. CHAP provides more security than PAP. Note: Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.
Page 122: Returning User Group Information Via Radius
GROUP_NAME is a string denoting the name of the group to which the user belongs and Dial Back Number is the number associated with the user account that the Dominion KX II modem will use to dial back to the user account.
Page 123 Stop(2) - Stops the accounting NAS-Port-Type (61) VIRTUAL (5) for network connections. NAS-Port (5) Always 0. NAS-IP-Address (4) The IP address for the Dominion KX II. User-Name (1) The user name entered at the login screen. Acct-Session-ID (44) Session ID for accounting.
Page 124: User Authentication Process
Chapter 6: User Management User Authentication Process When the device is configured to authenticate and authorize local users from CC, the order in which the user credentials are validated follows the following process:...
Page 125 Chapter 6: User Management Remote authentication follows the process specified in the flowchart below:...
Page 126: Changing A Password
Chapter 6: User Management Changing a Password To change your password: 1. Choose User Management > Change Password. The Change Password page opens. 2. Type your current password in the Old Password field. 3. Type a new password in the New Password field. Retype the new password in the Confirm New Password field.
Page 127: Chapter 7 Device Management
• None (default) - This is the recommended option (static IP). Since the Dominion KX II is part of your network infrastructure, you most likely do not want its IP address to change frequently. This option allows you to set the network parameters.
Page 128: Network Basic Settings
(on page 119). 1. Choose Device Settings > Network. The Network Settings page opens. 2. Specify a meaningful Device Name for your Dominion KX II device using up to 16 alphanumeric characters, valid special characters, and no spaces. 3. In the IPv4 section, enter or select the appropriate IPv4-specific network settings: a.
Page 129 DNS addresses that will be used if the primary DNS server connection is lost due to an outage. a. Primary DNS Server IP Address b. Secondary DNS Server IP Address 7. When finished, click OK. Your Dominion KX II device is now network accessible.
Page 130: Lan Interface Settings
Autodetect (autonegotiator) does not properly set the network parameters, which results in network issues. In these instances, setting the Dominion KX II LAN Interface Speed & Duplex field to 100 Mbps/Full Duplex (or whatever option is appropriate to your network) addresses the issue.
Page 131 60 seconds. Note: The default ping interval and timeout causes remote sessions to be dropped when the Dominion KX II device tries to switch over. When this occurs, the remote session needs to be reestablished. Reducing these intervals to much lower values will allow remote sessions to stay connected, but will result in increased network traffic.
Page 132: Device Services
The Dominion KX II discovery occurs over a single, configurable TCP Port. The default is Port 5000, but you can configure it to use any TCP port except 80 and 443. To access the Dominion KX II from beyond a firewall, your firewall settings must enable two-way communication through the default Port 5000 or a non-default port configured here.
Page 133: Modem Settings
Chapter 7: Device Management Modem Settings To configure modem settings: 1. Click Device Settings > Modem Settings to open the Modem Settings page. 2. Select the Enable Modem checkbox. This will enable the Serial Line Speed and Modem Init String field. 3.
Page 134: Configuring Date/Time Settings
KX II via modem, see Creating, Modifying and Deleting Profiles in MPC - Generation 2 Devices in the KVM and Serial Access Clients Guide. Note: Modem access directly to the Dominion KX II HTML interface is not supported. You must use standalone MPC to access the Dominion KX II via modem.
Page 135 Chapter 7: Device Management 2. Choose your time zone from the Time Zone drop-down list. 3. To adjust for daylight savings time, check the "Adjust for daylight savings time" checkbox. 4. Choose the method you would like to use to set the date and time: User Specified Time - Choose this option to input the date and time manually.
Page 136: Event Management
3. In the Name, Contact, and Location fields, type the SNMP agent's name (that is, the device's name) as it appears in the Dominion KX II Console interface, a contact name related to this device, and where the Dominion device is physically located.
Page 137 Chapter 7: Device Management 2. Type the IP Address/Host Name of your Syslog server in the IP Address field. 3. Click OK. To reset to factory defaults: • Click Reset To Defaults. Note: Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. Note: IPv6 addresses cannot exceed 80 characters in length for the host name.
Page 138: Event Management - Destinations
Chapter 7: Device Management Event Management - Destinations System events, if enabled, can generate SNMP notification events (traps), or can be logged to Syslog or Audit Log. Use the Event Management - Destinations page to select the system events to track and where to send this information.
Page 139 Chapter 7: Device Management 3. Click OK.
Page 140 Click Reset To Defaults. Warning: When using SNMP traps over UDP, it is possible for the Dominion KX II and the router that it is attached to to fall out of synchronization when the Dominion KX II is rebooted, preventing the reboot completed SNMP trap from being logged.
Page 141 Power strip device outlet status notification. rebootCompleted The Dominion KX II has completed its reboot. rebootStarted The Dominion KX II has begun to reboot, either through cycling power to the system or by a warm reboot from the OS. securityViolation Security violation.
Page 142: Power Supply Setup
Virtual Media. Power Supply Setup The Dominion KX II provides dual power supplies, and can automatically detect and provide notification regarding the status of these power supplies. Use the Power Supply Setup page to specify whether you are using one or both of the power supplies.
Page 143 Deselect the checkbox for the appropriate power supply. To reset to factory defaults: • Click the Reset To Defaults button. Note: The Dominion KX II does NOT report power supply status to CommandCenter. Dominion I (generation 1), however, does report power supply status to CommandCenter.
Page 144: Port Configuration
Chapter 7: Device Management Port Configuration The Port Configuration page displays a list of the Dominion KX II ports. Ports connected to KVM target servers (blades and standard servers) and power strips are displayed in blue and can be edited. For ports with...
Page 145: Configuring Standard Target Servers
5. Click OK. Configuring Powerstrip Targets (Non-PX) The Dominion KX II allows you to connect powerstrips to Dominion KX II ports and configure the powerstrips from the Port page. Note that this is different then configuring PX powerstrip outlets. For information on...
Page 146 2. Connect the female RJ-45 connector of the D2CIM-PWR to any of the available female system port connectors on the Dominion KX II using a straight through Cat 5 cable. 3. Attach an AC power cord to the target server and an available power strip outlet.
Page 147 Naming the Power Strip (Port Page for Power Strips) This Port page opens when you select a port from the Port Configuration page that is connected to a Raritan remote power strip. The Type and the Name fields are prepopulated.
Page 148 Chapter 7: Device Management 3. Click OK.
Page 149 Port Access page. To use this feature, you will need: • Raritan remote power strip(s) • Power CIMs (D2CIM-PWR) To make power associations (associate power strip outlets to...
Page 150 Chapter 7: Device Management Removing Power Associations Do not physically remove a power strip from the Dominion KX II without first removing the power strip association in Device Settings. When a target has been associated with a power strip and the target is removed from the Dominion KX II, the power association remains.
Page 151: Configuring Blade Chassis
Dominion KX II once they are connected. When a blade server chassis is detected by the Dominion KX II, a default name is assigned to it and it is displayed on the Port Access page along with standard target servers...
Page 152 Chapter 7: Device Management The Dominion KX II also supports use of hot key sequences to switch KVM access to a blade chassis. For blade chassis that allow users to select a hot key sequence, those options will be provided on the Port Configuration page.
Page 153 Chapter 7: Device Management If you move a blade chassis from one KX II port to another KX II port, interfaces that were added to the blade chassis node in CC-SG will be lost in CC-SG. All other information will be retained.
Page 154 Required and Recommended Blade Chassis Configurations (on page 161) for important, additional information when configuring the blade chassis. 1. Connect the blade chassis to the Dominion KX II. See Step 1: Connect the Dominion KX II (on page 12) for details.
Page 155 (on page 263) for information on cable lengths and video resolutions when using Dell chassis with the Dominion KX II. 1. Connect the blade chassis to the Dominion KX II. See Step 1: Connect the Dominion KX II (on page 12) for details.
Page 156 Password - Enter the password used to access the blade chassis. Required for auto-discovery mode 2. If you want the Dominion KX II to auto-discover the chassis blades, select the Blade Auto-Discovery checkbox and then click the Discover Blades on Chassis Now button. Once the blades are discovered, they will be displayed on the page.
Page 157 Chapter 7: Device Management If operating in Auto-discovery mode, the Installed box will display the slots containing blades during discovery. 5. In the Blade Chassis Managed Links section of the page, you are able to configure the connection to a blade chassis web browser interface if one is available.
Page 158 Chapter 7: Device Management b. Maximum Number of Slots - The default maximum number of slots available on the blade chassis is automatically entered. c. Administrative Module Primary IP Address/Host Name - Not applicable. d. Port Number - The default port number for the blade chassis is 22.
Page 159 Required and Recommended Blade Chassis Configurations (on page 161) for important, additional information when configuring the blade chassis. 1. Connect the blade chassis to the Dominion KX II. See Step 1: Connect the Dominion KX II (on page 12) for details.
Page 160 Password - Enter the password used to access the blade chassis. Required for auto-discovery mode 2. If you want the Dominion KX II to auto-discover the chassis blades, select the Blade Auto-Discovery checkbox and then click the Discover Blades on Chassis Now button. Once the blades are discovered, they will be displayed on the page.
Page 161 Alternatively, use the Select All checkbox. If needed, change the blade server names. If it is not already named, the Dominion KX II assigns a name to the blade server. The default blade server naming convention is # Blade_Chassis_Port#_Slot#.
Page 162 Chapter 7: Device Management 4. In the Blade Chassis Managed Links section of the page, you are able to configure the connection to a blade chassis web browser interface if one is available. Click the Blade Chassis Managed Links icon to expand the section on the page.
Page 163 Chapter 7: Device Management Tips for Adding a Web Browser Interface You can add a Web Browser Interface to create a connection to a device with an embedded web server. A Web Browser interface can also be used to connect to any web application, such as the web application associated with an RSA, DRAC or ILO Processor card.
Page 164 These ports are eligible to be included in port groups. When Dominion KX II ports are connected to integrated KVM modules in a blade chassis and not to individual blades, the ports are configured as blade chassis subtypes.
Page 165 Note: This is especially important to CC-SG users who want HP blades to be organized on a chassis basis, although each blade has its own connection to a port on the Dominion KX II. 5. Click on a port in the Available box in the Select Ports for Group section.
Page 166 Supported Blade Chassis Models This table contains the blade chassis models that are supported by the Dominion KX II and the corresponding profiles that should be selected per chassis model when configuring them in the Dominion KX II application. A list of these models can be selected on the Port Configuration page from the Blade Server Chassis Model drop-down, which appears when the Blade Chassis radio button is selected.
Page 167 • DCIM-USBG2 • D2CIM-VUSB • D2CIM-DVUSB Following is a table containing supported CIMs for each blade chassis model that the Dominion KX II supports. Blade chassis Connection method Recommended CIM(s) • DCIM-PS2 Generic If a D2CIM-VUSB or D2CIM-DVUSB is used when connecting to a blade-chassis configured •...
Page 168 Chapter 7: Device Management Blade chassis Connection method Recommended CIM(s) • DCIM-USBG2 Dell PowerEdge The KVM Switch Module (iKVM) is Integrated M1000e with this chassis. The iKVM is compatible with the following peripherals: • USB keyboards, USB pointing devices • VGA monitors with DDC support.
Page 169 Source: IBM BladeCenter Products and Technology Required and Recommended Blade Chassis Configurations This table contains information on limitations and constraints that apply to configuring blade chassis to work with the Dominion KX II. Raritan recommends that all of the information below is followed.
Page 170 • Exit the iKVM GUI menu before attaching Dell's chassis to a Raritan CIM. iKVM may not work correctly if this is not done. • Configure the iKVM GUI Main menu to select target blades by Slot, not by Name. iKVM may not work correctly if this is not done.
Page 171 • Exit the iKVM GUI menu before attaching Dell's chassis to a Raritan CIM. iKVM may not work correctly if this is not done. • Configure the iKVM GUI Main menu to select target blades by Slot, not by Name. iKVM may not work correctly if this is not done.
Page 172 Chapter 7: Device Management Blade Chassis Sample URL Formats This table contains sample URL formats for blade chassis being configured in the Dominion KX II. Blade chassis Sample URL format • Dell M1000e URL: https://192.168.60.44/cgi-bin/webcgi/login • Username: root • Username Field: user •...
Page 173: Configuring Usb Profiles (Port Page)
(on page 85). Note: To set USB profiles for a port, you must have a VM-CIM connected with firmware compatible with the current firmware version of the Dominion KX II. See Upgrading CIMs (on page 190). The profiles available to assign to a port appear in the Available list on the left.
Page 174 Chapter 7: Device Management Ctrl-Click to select several discontinuous profiles. 2. Click Add. The selected profiles appear in the Selected list. These are the profiles that can be use for the KVM target server connected to the port. To specify a preferred USB profile: 1.
Page 175 Chapter 7: Device Management 2. Click Remove. The selected profiles appear in the Available list. These profiles are no longer available for a KVM target server connected to this port. To apply a profile selection to multiple ports: 1. In the Apply Selected Profiles to Other Ports section, select the Apply checkbox for each KVM port you want to apply the current set of selected USB profiles to.
Page 176: Chapter 8 Powerstrip Outlet Control
Note: For information on setting up a PX, see the Dominion PX User Guide. Once a PX or Baytech is setup and then attached to the Dominion KX II, the powerstrip and its outlets can be controlled from the Powerstrip page in the Dominion KX II interface.
Page 177: Turning Outlets On/Off And Cycling Power
Click the Refresh button to view this information and the outlet controls. If no powerstrips are connected to the Dominion KX II, a message stating "No powerstrips found" will be displayed in the Powerstrip Device section of the page.
Page 178 Chapter 8: Powerstrip Outlet Control 4. Click On. 5. Click OK to close the Power On confirmation dialog. The outlet will be turned on and its state will be displayed as 'on'. To turn an outlet off: 1. Click Off. 2.
Page 179 Chapter 8: Powerstrip Outlet Control 2. Click OK. The outlet will then cycle (note that this may take a few seconds). 3. Once the cycling is complete the dialog will open. Click OK to close the dialog.
Page 180: Chapter 9 Security Management
From the Security Settings page, you can specify login limitations, user blocking, password rules, and encryption and share settings. Raritan SSL certificates are used for public and private key exchanges, and provide an additional level of security. Raritan web server certificates are self-signed.
Page 181: Logon Limitations
Chapter 9: Security Management To reset back to defaults: • Click Reset to Defaults. Logon Limitations Using logon limitations, you can specify restrictions for single logon, password aging, and the logging off of idle users. Limitation Description Enable single logon When selected, only one login per user name is limitation allowed at any time.
Page 182: Strong Passwords
Strong passwords provide more secure local authentication for the system. Using strong passwords, you can specify the format of valid Dominion KX II local passwords such as minimum and maximum length, required characters, and password history retention. Strong passwords require user-created passwords to have a minimum of 8 characters with at least one alphabetical character and one nonalphabetical character (punctuation character or number).
Page 183: User Blocking
Chapter 9: Security Management Field Description Maximum length of strong The default is 16, but can be up to 64 password characters long. Enforce at least one lower When checked, at least one lower case case character character is required in the password. Enforce at least one upper When checked, at least one upper case case character...
Page 184: Encryption & Share
Dominion KX II Reset button is pressed. WARNING: If you select an encryption mode that is not supported by your browser, you will not be able to access the Dominion KX II from your browser. 1. Choose one of the options from the Encryption Mode drop-down list.
Page 185 Encryption Mode setting if not set to Auto. Note: If you are running Windows XP with Service Pack 2, Internet Explorer 7 cannot connect remotely to the Dominion KX II using AES-128 encryption. 2. Apply Encryption Mode to KVM and Virtual Media. When selected, this option applies the selected encryption mode to both KVM and virtual media.
Page 186 Reset button (at the back of the device) is depressed. For more information, see Resetting the Dominion KX II - Using the Reset Button. Choose one of the following options: Local device reset...
Page 187: Checking Your Browser For Aes Encryption
Chapter 9: Security Management Checking Your Browser for AES Encryption The Dominion KX II supports AES-256. If you do not know if your browser uses AES, check with the browser manufacturer or navigate to the https://www.fortify.net/sslcheck.html website using the browser with the encryption method you want to check.
Page 188 3. Choose the Default Policy. This is the action taken for IP addresses that are not within the ranges you specify. Accept - IP addresses are allowed access to the Dominion KX II device. Drop - IP addresses are denied access to the Dominion KX II device.
Page 189 Chapter 9: Security Management 2. Click Delete. 3. You are prompted to confirm the deletion. Click OK.
Page 190: Ssl Certificates
Chapter 9: Security Management SSL Certificates The Dominion KX II uses the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) protocol for any encrypted network traffic between itself and a connected client. When establishing a connection, the Dominion KX II has to identify itself to a client using a cryptographic certificate.
Page 191 Chapter 9: Security Management 2. Complete the following fields: a. Common name - The network name of the Dominion KX II once it is installed in the user's network (usually the fully qualified domain name). It is identical to the name that is used to access the Dominion KX II with a web browser but without the prefix “http://”.
Page 192 Important: If you destroy the CSR on the Dominion KX II there is no way to get it back! In case you deleted it by mistake, you have to repeat the three steps as described above.
Page 193: Chapter 10 Maintenance
Description - Detailed description of the event. To save the audit log: Note: Saving the audit log is available only on the Dominion KX II Remote Console, not on the Local Console. 1. Click Save to File. A Save File dialog appears.
Page 194: Device Information
Device Information The Device Information page provides detailed information about your Dominion KX II device and the CIMs in use. This information is helpful should you need to contact Raritan Technical Support. To view information about your Dominion KX II and CIMs: •...
Page 195: Backup And Restore
In addition to using backup and restore for business continuity purposes, you can use this feature as a time-saving mechanism. For instance, you can quickly provide access to your team from another Dominion KX II by backing up the user configuration settings from the Dominion KX II in use and restoring those configurations to the new Dominion KX II.
Page 196 • Protected Restore - Everything is restored except device-specific information such as IP address, name, and so forth. With this option, you can setup one Dominion KX II and copy the configuration to multiple Dominion KX II devices. • Custom Restore - With this option, you can select User and Group...
Page 197: Usb Profile Management
Raritan tech support. These profiles are designed to address the needs of your target server’s configuration, in the event that the set of standard profiles does not already address them. Raritan tech support will provide the custom profile and work with you to verify the solution for your target server’s specific needs.
Page 198: Handling Conflicts In Profile Names
(on page 189) for more information. Upgrading CIMs Use this procedure to upgrade CIMs using the firmware versions stored in the memory of your Dominion KX II device. In general, all CIMs are upgraded when you upgrade the device firmware using the Firmware Upgrade page.
Page 199: Upgrading Firmware
Upgrading Firmware Use the Firmware Upgrade page to upgrade the firmware for your Dominion KX II and all attached CIMs. This page is available in the Dominion KX II Remote Console only. Important: Do not turn off your Dominion KX II unit or disconnect CIMs while the upgrade is in progress - doing so will likely result in damage to the unit or CIMs.
Page 200 Upon completion of the upgrade, the unit reboots (1 beep sounds to signal that the reboot has completed). 8. As prompted, close the browser and wait approximately 5 minutes before logging in to the Dominion KX II again.
Page 201: Upgrade History
Choose Maintenance > Upgrade History. The Upgrade History page opens. Information is provided about the Dominion KX II upgrade(s) that have been run, the final status of the upgrade, the start and end times, and the previous and current firmware versions. Information is also provided about the CIMS, which can be obtained by clicking the show link for an upgrade.
Page 202 Chapter 10: Maintenance To reboot your Dominion KX II: 1. Choose Maintenance > Reboot. The Reboot page opens. 2. Click Reboot. You are prompted to confirm the action. Click Yes to proceed with the reboot.
Page 203: Stop Cc-Sg Management
Chapter 10: Maintenance Stop CC-SG Management While the Dominion KX II is under CC-SG management, if you try to access the device directly, you are notified that it the device is under CC-SG management. If you are managing the Dominion KX II through CC-SG and connectivity...
Page 204 Chapter 10: Maintenance 3. Click Yes to remove the device CC-SG management. Once CC-SG management has ended, a confirmation will be displayed.
Page 205: Chapter 11 Diagnostics
Ping Host Page..................200 Trace Route to Host Page ..............200 Device Diagnostics ................202 Network Interface Page The Dominion KX II provides information about the status of your network interface. To view information about your network interface: • Choose Diagnostics > Network Interface. The Network Interface page opens.
Page 206: Network Statistics Page
Chapter 11: Diagnostics Network Statistics Page The Dominion KX II provides statistics about your network interface. To view statistics about your network interface: 1. Choose Diagnostics > Network Statistics. The Network Statistics page opens. 2. Choose the appropriate option from the Options drop-down list:...
Page 207 Chapter 11: Diagnostics Interfaces - Produces a page similar to the one displayed here. Route - Produces a page similar to the one displayed here. 3. Click Refresh. The relevant information is displayed in the Result field.
Page 208: Ping Host Page
Ping is a network tool used to test whether a particular host or IP address is reachable across an IP network. Using the Ping Host page, you can determine if a target server or another Dominion KX II is accessible.
Page 209 Chapter 11: Diagnostics 2. Type either the IP address or host name into the IP Address/Host Name field. Note: The host name cannot exceed 232 characters in length. 3. Choose the maximum hops from the drop-down list (5 to 50 in increments of 5).
Page 210: Device Diagnostics
Chapter 11: Diagnostics Device Diagnostics Note: This page is for use by Raritan Field Engineers or when you are directed by Raritan Technical Support. Device diagnostics downloads the diagnostics information from the Dominion KX II to the client machine. Two operations can be performed on this page: •...
Page 211 Click the Save to File button. The File Download dialog opens. b. Click Save. The Save As dialog box opens. c. Navigate to the desired directory and click Save. d. Email this file as directed by Raritan Technical Support.
Page 212: Chapter 12 Command Line Interface (Cli)
Overview The Command Line Interface(CLI) can be used to configure the Dominion KX II network interface and perform diagnostic functions provided you have the appropriate permissions to do so. The following figures describe an overview of the CLI commands. See...
Page 213: Accessing The Dominion Kx Ii Using Cli
SSH Access from a Windows PC To open an SSH session from a Windows PC: 1. Launch the SSH client software. 2. Enter the IP address of the Dominion KX II server. For example, 192.168.0.192. 3. Choose SSH, which uses the default configuration port 22.
Page 214: Ssh Access From A Unix/Linux Workstation
Due to the lack of security, user name, password and all traffic is in clear-text on the wire. Telnet access is disabled by default. Enabling Telnet If you wish to use Telnet to access the Dominion KX II, first access the Dominion KX II from the CLI or a browser. To enable Telnet: •...
Page 215: Access Telnet From A Windows Pc
3. Click OK. The Telnet page opens. 4. At the prompt enter the following command: Microsoft Telnet> open <IP address> where <IP address> is the Dominion KX II IP address. 5. Press the Enter key. The following message appears: Connecting To <IP address>...
Page 216: Navigation Of The Cli
Chapter 12: Command Line Interface (CLI) After reviewing the following Navigation of the CLI (on page 208) section, perform the Initial Configuration tasks. Navigation of the CLI Before using the CLI, it is important to understand CLI navigation and syntax. There are also some keystroke combinations that simplify CLI use.
Page 217: Completion Of Commands
Following are the commands that are available at all CLI levels. These commands also help navigate through the CLI. Commands Description Return to the top level of the CLI hierarchy, or the “username” prompt. history Display the last 200 commands the user entered into the Dominion KX II CLI.
Page 218: Initial Configuration Using Cli
(on page 12) for more information. Dominion KX II devices come from the factory with default factory settings. When you first power up and connect to the device, you must set the following basic parameters so the device can be accessed securely from the network: 1.
Page 219: Setting Network Parameters
Important: If the password is forgotten, the Dominion KX II will need to be reset to the factory default from the Reset button on the back of the Dominion KX II. The initial configuration tasks will need to be performed again if this is done.
Page 220: Security Issues
Encrypting the data traffic sent between the operator console and the Dominion KX II device. • Providing authentication and authorization for users. • Security profile. The Dominion KX II supports each of these elements; however, they must be configured prior to general use.
Page 221: Administering The Dominion Kx Ii Console Server Configuration Commands
Note: CLI commands are the same for SSH, Telnet, and Local Port access sessions. The Network command can be accessed in the Configuration menu for the Dominion KX II. Configuring Network The network menu commands are used to configure the Dominion KX II network adapter. Commands Description interface Configure the Dominion KX II device network interface.
Page 222: Interface Command
Chapter 12: Command Line Interface (CLI) Interface Command The Interface command is used to configure the Dominion KX II network interface. The syntax of the interface command is: interface [ipauto <none|dhcp>] [ip <ipaddress>] [mask <subnetmask>] [gw <ipaddress>] [mode <mode>] Set/Get ethernet parameters ipauto <none|dhcp>...
Page 223: Ipv6 Command
Chapter 12: Command Line Interface (CLI) IPv6 Command Use the IPv6 command to set IPv6 network parameters and retrieve existing IPv6 parameters.
Page 224: Chapter 13 Dominion Kx Ii Local Console
Port Access Page (Local Console Server Display) .......220 Hotkeys....................222 Special Sun Key Combinations .............222 Accessing a Target Server ..............223 Returning to the Dominion KX II Local Console Interface.....223 Local Port Administration...............223 Resetting the Dominion KX II Using the Reset Button ......229...
Page 225: Overview
Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Overview The Dominion KX II provides at-the-rack access and administration via its local port, which features a browser-based graphical user interface for quick, convenient switching between servers. The Dominion KX II Local Console provides a direct analog connection to your connected servers, which provides the same performance is as if you were directly connected to the server's keyboard, mouse, and video ports.
Page 226: Using The Dominion Kx Ii Local Console
In either case, the Dominion KX II allows access only to those servers to which a user has access permissions. See User Management (on page 94) for additional information on specifying server access and security settings.
Page 227: Dominion Kx Ii Local Console Interface
Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Dominion KX II Local Console Interface When you are located at the server rack, the Dominion KX II provides standard KVM management and administration via the Dominion KX II Local Console. The Dominion KX II Local Console provides a direct KVM (analog) connection to your connected servers;...
Page 228: Port Access Page (Local Console Server Display)
Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Port Access Page (Local Console Server Display) After you login to the Dominion KX II Local Console, the Port Access page opens. This page lists all of the Dominion KX II ports, the connected KVM target servers, and their status and availability.
Page 229 Port Number sequence. Port Name - The name of the Dominion KX II port. Initially, this is set to Dominion-KX2-Port# but you can change the name to something more descriptive.
Page 230: Hotkeys
Hot key switching is also available for blade chassis. Blade chassis hot keys are either predefined or user defined based on the chassis model. The Local Port hot key allows you to rapidly access the Dominion KX II Local Console user interface when a target server is currently being viewed.
Page 231: Accessing A Target Server
Dominion KX II Local Console interface. Local Port Administration The Dominion KX II can be managed by either the Dominion KX II Local Console or the Dominion KX II Remote Console. Note that the Dominion KX II Local Console also provides access to: •...
Page 232: Dominion Kx Ii Local Console Local Port Settings
Note: This feature is available only on the Dominion KX II Local Console. To configure the local port settings: 1. Choose Device Settings > Local Port Settings. The Local Port Settings page opens.
Page 233 Select the Power Save Mode checkbox. b. Set the amount of time (in minutes) in which Power Save Mode will be initiated. 7. Choose the resolution for the Dominion KX II Local Console from the drop-down list: 800x600 1024x768 1280x1024 8.
Page 234 Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Note: If you initially choose not to ignore CC Manage mode on the local port but later want local port access, you will have to remove the device from under CC-SG management (from within CC-SG).
Page 235 Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Connectkey Examples Standard servers Connectkey action Key sequence example Access a port from Access port 5 from the local port GUI: the local port GUI • Press Left ALT > Press and Release 5 >...
Page 236: Dominion Kx Ii Local Console Factory Reset
Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Dominion KX II Local Console Factory Reset Note: This feature is available only on the Dominion KX II Local Console. The Dominion KX II offers several types of reset modes from the Local Console user interface.
Page 237: Resetting The Dominion Kx Ii Using The Reset Button
Chapter 13: Dominion KX II Local Console Resetting the Dominion KX II Using the Reset Button On the back panel of the Dominion KX II, there is a Reset button. It is recessed to prevent accidental resets (you will need a pointed object to press this button).
Page 238: Appendix A Specifications
Supported Video Resolutions Ensure that each target server's video resolution and refresh rate are supported by the Dominion KX II and that the signal is noninterlaced. Video resolution and cable length are important factors in the ability to obtain mouse synchronization. See...
Page 239: Supported Keyboard Languages
Note: Composite Sync and Sync-on-Green video require an additional adapter. Supported Keyboard Languages The Dominion KX II provides keyboard support for the languages listed in the following table. Note: You can use the keyboard for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean for display only;...
Page 240: Supported Operating Systems (Clients)
Windows 2000 SP4® Windows Vista® Red Hat® Linux 9.0 Yes. Locally held ISO image, Remote File Server mounting directly from Dominion KX II Red Hat Enterprise Yes. Locally held ISO image, Remote Workstation 3.0 and 4.0 File Server mounting directly from Dominion KX II SUSE Linux Professional 9.2...
Page 241: Supported Browsers
Windows Vista • Netscape 7.X • Firefox 1.06+ 64bit mode, 64bit Browsers: • Supported Browsers Dominion KX II supports the following browsers: • Internet Explorer 6, 7 and 8 • Firefox 1.5, 2.0, and 3.0 • Mozilla 1.7 • Safari 2.0...
Page 242: Supported Cims And Operating Systems (Target Servers)
Appendix A: Specifications Supported CIMs and Operating Systems (Target Servers) In addition to the new Dominion KX II D2CIMs, most Paragon® and Dominion KX I CIMs are supported. The following table displays the supported target server operating systems, CIMs, virtual media, and...
Page 243 Appendix A: Specifications Supported Operating system and Virtual Absolute Intelligent Standard Paragon CIMs serial devices (where media mouse mouse mouse applicable) mode mode mode • • P2CIM-PS2 Windows XP • Windows 2000 • Windows 2000 Server • Windows 2003 Server •...
Page 244 Appendix A: Specifications Supported Operating system and Virtual Absolute Intelligent Standard Paragon CIMs serial devices (where media mouse mouse mouse applicable) mode mode mode • • UKVMPD Windows XP • Windows 2000 • Windows 2000 Server • Windows 2003 Server •...
Page 245 Appendix A: Specifications Supported Target server Virtual Absolute Intelligent Standard Dominion KX I media mouse mouse mouse DCIMs mode mode mode • • DCIM-PS2 Windows XP • Windows 2000 • Windows 2000 Server • Windows 2003 Server • Windows Vista •...
Page 246 Appendix A: Specifications Supported Target server Virtual Absolute Intelligent Standard Dominion KX I media mouse mouse mouse DCIMs mode mode mode • • DCIM-USB G2 Windows XP • Windows 2000 • Windows 2000 Server • Windows 2003 Server • Windows Vista •...
Page 247 Appendix A: Specifications Supported Target server and Virtual Absolute Intelligent Standard Dominion KX II remote power strips media mouse mode mouse mouse D2CIMs (where applicable) mode mode • • D2CIM-VUSB Windows XP • Windows 2000 • Windows 2000 Server •...
Page 248: Certified Modems
Appendix A: Specifications Certified Modems • US Robotics 56K 5686E • ZOOM v90 • ZOOM v92 • US Robotics Sportster 56K • US Robotics Courier 56K Environmental Requirements Operating Temperature 0°C- 40°C (32°F - 104°F) Humidity 20% - 85% RH Altitude Vibration 5-55-5 HZ, 0.38mm, 1 minutes per cycle;...
Page 249 (WxDxH) (WxDxH) DKX2-108 8-Port 78581362410 Dual Power 8.58 lbs 1.75" x 17.32" 14.3 lbs 22" x 16.6" x Dominion KX II 100/240 V x 11.4" 6.5" with 1-user 50/60 Hz 3.9kg 44mm x 6.5 kg 559mm x Network 0.6A...
Page 250: Computer Interface Modules (Cims)
(WxDxH) (WxDxH) DKX2-416 16-Port 78581362535 Dual Power 9.04 lbs 17.3” x 11.6” x 14.94 lbs 22” x 16.5” x Dominion KX II 100/240 V 1.75” 6.5” with 4-user 50/60 Hz 4.1 kg 440 mm x 295 6.8 kg 560 mm x 420...
Page 251 0.2 lbs 7.2" x 9" x 0.6" 785813338549 Computer Interface Module [Sun Port, HD15 Video] D2CIM-PW Dominion KX II 0.2 lbs 1.3" x 3.0" x 0.6" 0.2 lbs 7.2" x 9" x 0.6" 785813332011 Computer Interface Module for Remote Power...
Page 252: Remote Connection
Appendix A: Specifications Part Line item Product Product Shipping Shipping UPC code number description weight dimensions weight dimensions (WxDxH) (WxDxH) D2CIM-DVU Bulk pack of 64 22.5 lbs, 9.4”x22.6”x13.0” 22.5 lbs, 9.4”x22.6”x13. 785813332097 SB -64PAC D2CIM-DVUSB 10.2 kg 10.2 kg 0” 240x575x330 (mm) 240*575*330...
Page 253 HTTPS for complete security. The Dominion KX II responds to Port 80 for user convenience, relieving users from having to explicitly type in the URL field to access the Dominion KX II, while still preserving complete security.
Page 254: Target Server Connection Distance And Video Resolution
150 ft (45 m) Note: Due to the multiplicity of server manufacturers and types, OS versions, video drivers, and so forth and the subjective nature of video quality, Raritan cannot guarantee performance across all distances in all environments. See the...
Page 255: Network Speed Settings
Appendix A: Specifications Network Speed Settings Dominion KX II network speed setting Network Auto 1000/Full 100/Full 100/Half 10/Full 10/Half switch port Highest 1000/Full Dominion 100/Half Dominion 10/Half setting Auto Available KX II: KX II: Speed 100/Full 10/Full Switch: Switch: 100/Half...
Page 256 Note: For reliable network communication, configure the Dominion KX II and the LAN switch to the same LAN Interface Speed and Duplex. For example, configure both the Dominion KX II and LAN Switch to Autodetect (recommended) or set both to a fixed speed/duplex such as...
Page 257: Appendix B Updating The Ldap Schema
From LDAP When an LDAP/LDAPS authentication is successful, the Dominion KX II determines the permissions for a given user based on the permissions of the user's group. Your remote LDAP server can provide these user group...
Page 258: Setting The Registry To Permit Write Operations To The Schema
Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema Setting the Registry to Permit Write Operations to the Schema To allow a domain controller to write to the schema, you must set a registry entry that permits schema updates. To permit write operations to the schema: 1.
Page 259: Adding Attributes To The Class
Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema 3. Click New and then choose Attribute. When the warning message appears, click Continue and the Create New Attribute dialog appears. 4. Type rciusergroup in the Common Name field. 5. Type rciusergroup in the LDAP Display Name field. 6.
Page 260 Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema 2. Scroll to the user class in the right pane and right-click it. 3. Choose Properties from the menu. The user Properties dialog appears. 4. Click the Attributes tab to open it. 5. Click Add.
Page 261: Updating The Schema Cache
Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema 6. Choose rciusergroup from the Select Schema Object list. 7. Click OK in the Select Schema Object dialog. 8. Click OK in the User Properties dialog. Updating the Schema Cache To update the schema cache: 1.
Page 262 Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema 3. Go to the directory where the support tools were installed. Run adsiedit.msc. The ADSI Edit window opens. 4. Open the Domain.
Page 263 Appendix B: Updating the LDAP Schema 5. In the left pane of the window, select the CN=Users folder. 6. Locate the user name whose properties you want to adjust in the right pane. Right-click the user name and select Properties.
Page 264 7. Click the Attribute Editor tab if it is not already open. Choose rciusergroup from the Attributes list. 8. Click Edit. The String Attribute Editor dialog appears. 9. Type the user group (created in the Dominion KX II) in the Edit Attribute field. 10. Click OK.
Page 265: Appendix C Informational Notes
KVM and Serial Access Clients User Guide for more information. The Dominion KX II Remote Console and MPC require the JRE to function. The Dominion KX II Remote Console checks the Java version. If the version is incorrect or outdated, you will be prompted to download a compatible version.
Page 266: Ipv6 Support Notes
Windows XP and Windows 2003 users will need to install the Microsoft IPV6 service pack to enable IPV6. Mac Leopard • IPv6 is not supported in Dominion KX II version 2.0.20 for Mac Leopard. Samba • IPv6 is not supported for use with virtual media when using Samba.
Page 267: Keyboards
Appendix C: Informational Notes Keyboards Non-US Keyboards French Keyboard Caret Symbol (Linux Clients Only) The Virtual KVM Client and the Multi-Platform Client (MPC) do not process the key combination of Alt Gr + 9 as the caret symbol (^) when using French keyboards with Linux clients.
Page 268 Keyboard Language Preference (Fedora Linux Clients) Because the Sun JRE on Linux has problems generating the correct KeyEvents for foreign-language keyboards configured using System Preferences, Raritan recommends that you configure foreign keyboards using the methods described in the following table. Language...
Page 269 Appendix C: Informational Notes Language Configuration method Norwegian Keyboard Indicator Swedish Keyboard Indicator Danish Keyboard Indicator Japanese System Settings (Control Center) Korean System Settings (Control Center) Slovenian System Settings (Control Center) Italian System Settings (Control Center) Note: The Keyboard Indicator should be used on Linux systems using Gnome as a desktop environment.
Page 270: Macintosh Keyboard
To resynchronize the mouse cursors: • Use the Synchronize Mouse option from the Virtual KVM Client. The following table summarizes the Dominion KX II mouse modes, and whether or not these modes remain synchronized when accessing KVM target servers running Fedora:...
Page 271: Dell Chassis Cable Lengths And Video Resolutions
Resolving Fedora Core Focus Using the Multi-Platform Client (MPC), occasionally there is an inability to log on to a Dominion KX II device or to access KVM target servers (Windows, SUSE, and so forth). In addition, the Ctrl+Alt+M key combination may not bring up the Keyboard Shortcut menu. This situation occurs with the following client configuration: Fedora Core 6 and Firefox 1.5 or 2.0.
Page 272: Suse/Vesa Video Modes
X.org configuration file. These video modes do not correspond exactly with VESA video mode timing (even when a VESA monitor is selected). The Dominion KX II, on the other hand, relies on exact VESA mode timing for proper synchronization. This disparity can result in black borders, missing sections of the picture, and noise.
Page 273: Help For Choosing Usb Profiles
Appendix C: Informational Notes Help for Choosing USB Profiles When you are connected to a KVM target server in VKC, you can view information about USB profiles via the Help on USB Profiles command on the USB Profile menu.
Page 274 The USB Profile Menu selections are configurable via the Console Device Settings > Port Configuration page. Should none of the standard USB profiles provided by Raritan meet your target server requirements, Raritan Technical Support can work with you to arrive at a solution tailored for that target. Raritan recommends that you do the following: 1.
Page 275: Cims
As a result, the “Safely Remove Hardware” system tray icon does not appear for drives mapped by the D2CIM-VUSB and a warning message may appear when disconnecting the device. Raritan has not observed any problems or issues from this message, however.
Page 276: Virtual Media
MPC or VKC. Proxy Mode and MPC If you are using Dominion KX II in a CC-SG configuration, do not use the CC-SG proxy mode if you are planning to use the Multi-Platform Client...
Page 277: Moving Between Ports Of The Dominion Kx Ii
Appendix C: Informational Notes Moving Between Ports of the Dominion KX II If you move a between ports of the same Dominion KX II and resume management within one minute, CC-SG may display an error message. If you resume management, the display will be updated.
Page 278: Appendix D Faqs
Appendix D FAQs In This Chapter General Questions.................271 Remote Access ..................273 Universal Virtual Media................275 USB Profiles ..................276 Ethernet and IP Networking ..............278 IPv6 Networking ..................285 Servers ....................287 Blade Servers ..................288 Installation .....................291 Local Port....................293 Power Control..................295 Scalability....................296 Computer Interface Modules (CIMs) .............297 Security....................298 Manageability ..................299 Miscellaneous..................300...
Page 279: General Questions
Dominion KX II still works flawlessly to enable these configurations to be made. How do the new features of the Dominion KX II compare to the KX The Dominion KX II has many new and exciting features, including virtual...
Page 280 How large is the Dominion KX II? The Dominion KX II is only 1U high (except KX2-464, which is 2U), fits in a standard 19" rack mount, and is only 11.4" (29 cm) deep.
Page 281: Remote Access
Yes, the local port is completely independent of the remote “ports.” The local port can access the same server using the PC-Share feature. In order to access the Dominion KX II from a client, what hardware, software or network configuration is required? Because the Dominion KX II is completely web-accessible, it doesn't require installation of proprietary software on clients used for access.
Page 282 Yes. Both the Virtual KVM Client and the Multi-Platform Client (MPC), allow non-Windows users to connect to KVM target servers through the Dominion KX I and Dominion KX II switches. MPC can be run via web browsers and standalone. Refer to...
Page 283: Universal Virtual Media
Yes. Virtual media sessions are secured using AES or RC4 encryption. What is required for virtual media? A Dominion KX II virtual media CIM is required. There are two of these CIMs: the D2CIM-VUSB and the new D2CIM-DVUSB. The D2CIM-DVUSB has dual USB connectors and should be purchased by customers who wish to utilize virtual media at the BIOS level.
Page 284: Usb Profiles
Individual or groups of ports can be configured by the administrator to use a specific USB profile in the Dominion KX II’s Port Configuration pages. A USB profile can also be selected in the Dominion KX II client when required. What happens if I don't choose the correct USB profile?
Page 285 You must use a D2CIM-VUSB or D2CIM-DVUSB with updated firmware. Will Raritan provide USB profiles for other target server configurations? Raritan will provide new USB profiles to suit customer needs. As these profiles become available, they will be included in firmware upgrades.
Page 286: Ethernet And Ip Networking
Yes. The Dominion KX II features dual gigabit Ethernet ports to provide redundant failover capabilities. Should the primary Ethernet port (or the switch/router to which it is connected) fail, the Dominion KX II will failover to the secondary network port with the same IP address, ensuring that server operations are not disrupted.
Page 287 Unlike KX I, the Noise Filter parameter does not generally have a large role in reducing bandwidth or improving performance. How much bandwidth does the Dominion KX II use for common tasks? Bandwidth primarily depends on the user's task and actions. The more the server's video screen changes, the more bandwidth is utilized.
Page 288 Appendix D: FAQs User task Default 1Mb speed & 1Mb speed & 15 bit color 8 bit color Close Start menu 75 - 100 KB/s 25 - 50 KB/s 10 - 15 KB/s Starfield screen 25 - 50 KB/s 10 - 15 KB/s 7 - 10 KB/s saver 3D pipes screen...
Page 289 How can I reduce bandwidth? The Dominion KX II provides a variety of settings in our remote clients to optimize bandwidth and performance. The default settings will provide an at-the-rack level of performance in standard LAN/WAN environments with economical use of bandwidth.
Page 290 Can I access the Dominion KX II over a wireless connection? Yes. The Dominion KX II not only uses standard Ethernet, but also very conservative bandwidth with very high quality video. Thus, if a wireless client has network connectivity to the Dominion KX II, servers can be configured and managed at BIOS-level wirelessly.
Page 291 No. The Dominion KX II is a completely self-sufficient. After assigning an IP address to the Dominion KX II, it is ready to use. Its web browser and authentication capabilities are completely built-in. If an external authentication server (such as LDAP, Active Directory, RADIUS, etc.) is used, the Dominion KX II allows this as well, and will...
Page 292 Appendix D: FAQs When changing the IP address of the Dominion KX II or swapping in a new Dominion KX II, sufficient time must be allowed for its IP and MAC addresses to be known throughout the Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks.
Page 293: Ipv6 Networking
How do I enable IPv6 on the Dominion KX II? Use the Network Settings page, available from the Device Settings menu in Dominion KX II. Enable IPv6 addressing and choose manual or auto-configuration. You must also enable it in MPC.
Page 294 Appendix D: FAQs The Dominion KX II’s default networking is set at the factory for IPv4 only. When you are ready to use IPv6, then follow the above instructions to enable IPv6/IPv4 dual stack operation. Where can I get more information on IPv6? See www.ipv6.org for general information on IPv6.
Page 295: Servers
Information Services (IIS) in order to use the Dominion KX II's web browser capability? No. The Dominion KX II is a completely self-sufficient device. After assigning an IP address to the Dominion KX II, it's ready to use since it comes with web browser and authentication capabilities completely built-in.
Page 296: Blade Servers
Appendix D: FAQs Blade Servers Can I connect blade servers to the Dominion KX II? Yes you can. The Dominion KX II supports popular blade server models from the leading blade server manufacturers: HP, IBM and Dell. Which blade servers are supported? The following models are supported: •...
Page 297 With the Dominion KX II, you don't have to use these hotkeys. Just click on the name of the blade server and the Dominion KX II will automatically switch to that blade without the explicit use of the hotkey.
Page 298 OS running on the blade does. Is blade access secure? Yes, blade access uses all of the standard Dominion KX II security features such as 128 bit or 256 bit encryption. In addition, there are blade-specific security features such as per blade access permissions and hotkey-blocking that eliminates un-authorized access.
Page 299: Installation
Servers that connect to the Dominion KX II require a Dominion or Paragon CIM, which connects directly to the keyboard, video, and mouse ports of the server. Then, connect each CIM to the Dominion KX II using standard UTP (twisted pair) cable such as Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6.
Page 300 How many servers can be connected to each the Dominion KX II device? The Dominion KX II models range from 8, 16, or 32 server ports in a 1U chassis to 64 server ports in a 2U chassis. This is the industry's highest digital KVM switch port density.
Page 301: Local Port
Local Port Can I access my servers directly from the rack? Yes. At the rack, the Dominion KX II functions just like a traditional KVM switch, allowing control of up to 64 servers using a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
Page 302 Raritan's optional CommandCenter Secure Gateway management device. To be clear, if the name of a server via the Dominion KX II onscreen display is changed, this updates all remote clients and external management servers in real-time.
Page 303: Power Control
If a power supply or input fails, will I be notified? The Dominion KX II front panel LED will notify the user of a power failure. An entry will also be sent to the Audit Log and displayed on the Dominion KX II Remote Client User Interface.
Page 304: Scalability
Appendix D: FAQs To take advantage of the Dominion KX II's integrated power control user interface, and more importantly, integrated security, use Raritan's Remote Power Control (RPC) power strips. RPCs come in many outlet, connector, and amp variations. The D2CIM-PWR must be purchased to connect the RPC to the Dominion KX II.
Page 305: Computer Interface Modules (Cims)
Dominion KX II. Also note that when connected to the Dominion KX II, Paragon CIMs transmit video at a distance of up to 150 feet, the same as the Dominion KX II CIMs; not at 1000 feet [300 meters], as they do when connected to Paragon.
Page 306: Security
Yes, the Dominion KX II has administrator-configurable, strong password checking to ensure that user-created passwords meet corporate and/or government standards and are resistant to brute force hacking. If the Dominion KX II encryption mode is set to Auto, what level of encryption is achieved?
Page 307: Manageability
Can the Dominion KX II integrate with Syslog? Yes. In addition to the Dominion KX II's own internal logging capabilities, the Dominion KX II can send all logged events to a centralized Syslog server. Can the Dominion KX II integrate with SNMP? Yes.
Page 308: Miscellaneous
I changed and subsequently forgot the Dominion KX II's administrative password; can you retrieve it for me? The Dominion KX II contains a hardware reset button that can be used to factory reset the device, which will reset the administrative password on the device.
Page 309: Index
Conditions when Read/Write is Not Available • Accessing Telnet from a Windows PC • 206 81, 82 Accessing the Dominion KX II Using CLI • 205 Configuring Blade Chassis • 1, 143 Adding a New User • 105, 106 Configuring Date/Time Settings • 126 Adding a New User Group •...
Page 310 Dominion KX II Help • 2 Implementing LDAP/LDAPS Remote Dominion KX II Local Console • 216 Authentication • 108 Dominion KX II Local Console Factory Reset • Implementing RADIUS Remote Authentication • 112 Dominion KX II Local Console Interface • 36, Informational Notes •...
Page 311 Relationship Between Users and Groups • 95 Mouse Settings • 23 Remote Access • 273 Moving Between Ports of the Dominion KX II • Remote Authentication • 22, 225 Remote Connection • 244 MPC and VKC Connection Settings • 268 Required and Recommended Blade Chassis Multi-Platform Client Interface •...
Page 312 Index Single Mouse Cursor • 69 Telnet Connection to the Dominion KX II • 206 Single Mouse Mode - Connecting to a Terminology • 8, 23 Dominion KX II Target Under CC-SG Tips for Adding a Web Browser Interface •...
Page 313 Index Windows Vista® Settings • 25 Windows XP®/Windows 2003® • 24 Working with Target Servers • 35, 144...
Page 314: United Kingdom
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Raritan Dominion KX II User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

In this Chapter What's New in the Help

Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration

Chapter 3 Working with Target Servers

Chapter 4 Virtual Media

Chapter 5 Configuring USB Profiles

Chapter 6 User Management

Chapter 7 Device Management

Chapter 8 Powerstrip Outlet Control

Chapter 9 Security Management

In this Chapter Audit Log

Chapter 10 Maintenance

In this Chapter Network Interface Page

Chapter 11 Diagnostics

In this Chapter Overview

Chapter 12 Command Line Interface (CLI)

Chapter 13 Dominion KX II Local Console

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Updating the LDAP Schema

In this Chapter Overview

Appendix C Informational Notes

Appendix D Faqs

Quick Links

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