Connect Pro Master-IT SUN SR-14 User manual

Master-IT SUN
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
Single Console Master-IT 1
Dual-Console Matrix Master-IT 1
Features 2
Single Master-IT Configuration 2
Cascade Configuration (Master/Slave) 3
INSTALLATION
Console Connections 4
Computer Connections 5
Multi-Media Module Connection 6
Power-ON Sequence 6
Rack-Mount Kit (Optional) 7

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Table of Contents – Cont.
OPERATION
Front Panel Buttons 9
Auto Scan 9
Hot-Key Commands 11
Master Computer Port Selection 11
Slave Computer Port Selection (Cascade) 11
Auto Scan 13
Audio Stick 14
Toggle Between Current & Last Computer 14
Configuration Changes 14
DUAL CONSOLE Master-IT SUN 15
SPECIFICATIONS 16
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Time-Out periods are adjusted by pressing and releasing the
CTRL key twice, followed by F6.
CTRL , CTRL , F6
Each time this hot key sequence is entered, 1 to 4 beeps will
sound, designating a time-out period of 5, 10, 20, or 40 seconds
respectively.
Specifications
Master-IT SUN
SR-14 SR-18 SR-28
# of Console ports 1 1 2
# of ports SUN computer 4 8 8
keyboard/mouse supported SUN( type 4, 5, 6 )
VGA bandwidth 180Mhz
VGA resolution 1920 x 1440
Computer power status LED 4 8
Computer selected LED 4 8
Front pushbuttons 4 8
Scan interval 3, 8, 15, 30 seconds
VGA connectors to SUN HDB15x4 HDB15 x8
Keyboard/mouse to SUN mini-DIN8 x 4 mini-DIN8 x 8
Console connector for VGA HDB15x1 HDB15x1 HDB15x2
Console connector for
keyboard/mouse mini-DIN8 x 1 mini-DIN8 x 1 mini-DIN8 x 2
User Timeout N/A 5, 10, 20,40 Sec
Multimedia module MAV-108
Weight
Power supply DC 9V 500mA
Dimension
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INTRODUCTION
Single Console Master-IT
The SR-14 and SR-18, 4-port and 8-port SUN KVM switches,
represent another addition of reliable KVM switches from
ConnectPRO. They allow one user to control up to 64 SUN
computers with one keyboard, mouse and monitor. This exciting
product is the answer most IT managers are looking for.
Each SUN computer is connected to the Master-IT KVM switch
by only two cables, one for the keyboard/mouse and the other
for the VGA monitor. Automatic keyboard and mouse simulation
technology ensures trouble-free SUN computer boot-up and
seamless switching among SUN computers. Selecting a SUN
computer is as easy as pushbutton pressings or hotkey
commands. Easy-to-use automatic scan facility catches system
failures early.
The SR-14 and SR-18 are built on ConnectPRO’s proven
success with the Master-IT Professional line, including hot
plug-and-play, hot configurability, reliable switching and ease of
use. This pure SUN KVM switch is the most cost-effective
solution for contemporary server room management. Now, save
space, eliminate extra costly peripherals, enhance control and
improve the Manageability of IT data centers with Connectpro’s
SR-14 and SR-18.
Dual-Console Matrix Master-IT SUN
The advanced Dual-console matrix Master-IT SR-28, enables
two separate users to manage over eight servers with two sets
of keyboards, mice, and monitors simultaneously. When
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cascaded, they can easily be expanded for dual user access of
up to 32 servers. Combined with all the advanced features, this
true 8-port matrix switch is the ultimate solution for network
managers.
Features
•Manage 4 or 8 SUN computers with one or two consoles.
•All hot-swappable ports.
•Select computers by front panel buttons, or hotkey
commands
•Supports 1920 x 1440 video resolution.
•Auto-Scan facility.
•19" rack-mountable.
•Two-Tier cascadable.
•Buzzer sound for switching confirmation
•Dual-Color front panel LEDs for each SUN computer.
Configurations
There are several models of SUN KVM switches each
supporting a different number of computers and consoles:
Master-IT SUN Models
Model SR-14 SR-18 SR-28
No. of consoles supported 1 1 2
No. of SUN systems supported 4 8 8
Single Master-IT SUN Configuration
Connecting a SUN keyboard, a SUN mouse and a monitor
directly to their designated CONSOLE ports will configure that
switch as the MASTER. (There are two CONSOLE ports on
the SR-28 for two sets of SUN keyboards, mice and monitors).
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Any computer can be changed to a different port without having
to be powered OFF, however, always issue a “STOP A”
command prior to disconnecting it, then issue a “GO” command
once it is reconnected to the desired port.
Dual Console Master-IT SUN
The advanced Dual-Console Master-ITSUN enables two
separate users to simultaneously manage over eight computers
with two sets of keyboards, mice, and monitors. When
cascaded, it can easily be expanded for dual user access of up
to 32 computers. Combined with all the advanced features, this
true 8-port matrix switch is the ultimate solution for network
managers.
Selecting a computer is the same as the Single Console version
if both users are not accessing the same computer.
Each computer can only be operated by one user at a time. If a
second user tries to access the computer already operated by
the other one; his screen becomes black and the keyboard
LED’s will flash on and off indicating the computer is restricted
from access. The restricted user can either wait until the
screen shows up again or select another computer with hot-
keys or the front panel buttons.
Once the time-out period has elapsed for the active console,
either user may gain access to that computer. The elapse
period for timeout can be adjusted.
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Audio Stick
An optional multimedia module (Part # MAV-108) can be
connected to the Master-IT SUN for selecting microphone and
stereo speaker signals. Audio Stick is either ON or OFF. When
set to ON, audio selection will follow computer selection. When
set to OFF, audio selection stops following computer selection,
which allows the monitoring of a particular computer's audio
signal while operating other computers.
To initiate an ON or OFF state, press and release the CTRL key
twice, followed by the F5 key once.
CTRL , CTRL , F5
Each time this hot-key sequence is entered, one or two beeps
will sound, indicating ON or OFF respectively.
Toggle Between Current & Last Computer
Switching back and forth between the currently selected
computer and the previous one is done by pressing and
releasing the CTRL key twice, followed by the F7 key once.
CTRL , CTRL , F7
Configuration Changes
Whenever a stand-alone MASTER, has a SLAVE added to it,
that slave MUST be powered OFF before being connected to
the master.
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Then, connect multiple sets of mini-DIN8 cables and monitor
cables to the "PC" ports of the Master-IT. See figure 1.
Figure 1. Single Console Connection
Cascade Configuration (Master/Slave)
A second level of one or more Master-IT SUN switches can be
connected to PC Ports 1~4 (SR-14) or PC Ports 1~8 (SR-18 &
SR-28) of a MASTER unit. Cascade configurations expand
system capacity allowing more computers to be selected from
the MASTER or SLAVE. There is only on MASTER. It has the
SUN keyboard, mouse and monitor directly connected to its
CONSOLE port, from which the operator will access any
computer.
Once connected, the Master-IT SUN will automatically
configure itself to be either MASTER or SLAVE. SR-14s, SR-
18s, & SR-28s can be mixed in cascade configuration. [Note:
The MASTER must have an equal number or more PC ports
than the Slaves, i.e., if an SR-14 is a Master, another SR-14
can be a slave, but an SR-18 or SR-28 can not be a slave.]
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Figure 2. Cascade Configuration
INSTALLATION
Prior to beginning the installation procedures, verify that all
computers are powered OFF.
Once all connections are made, first power ON the Master-IT
SUN KVM switch, then power ON the computers.
Console Connections
A SUN monitor or regular VGA monitor with either a 13W3 or
HDB15 cable connector can be connected to the CONSOLE
port.
Monitors with 13W3 connectors will use a 13W3 (Female) to
DB-15 (Male) Adapter (Provided with the Master-IT SUN) to
connect to the CONSOLE video port. (See Figure 3.)
Monitors with HDB-15 connectors do not require an adapter.
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Auto Scan
Auto Scan will automatically scans powered-ON computers one
at a time, at regular intervals. During Auto Scan mode, any
console activity that is detected will suspend the scanning and
reset the count down timer until console activity stops. It will
then resume with the next computer in sequence. The length of
the Auto Scan interval (Scan Rate) is adjustable.
To initiate Auto Scan mode, Press and Release the left CTRL
key twice, followed by the F1 key once.
CTRL , CTRL , F1
To discontinue Auto Scan mode, press and release the left
CTRL key twice.
CTRL , CTRL
During Auto Scan, the Scan Rate sets the duration before
switching to the next computer.
To adjust the Scan Rate, press and release the left CTRL key
twice, followed by the F3 key.
CTRL , CTRL , F3
Each time this hot-key sequence is initiated, one to four beeps
will sound, indicating a change in scan interval of 3, 8, 15 and
30 seconds respectively.
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In a cascade configuration, any port on the MASTER can be
used to cascade to the CONSOLE ports of the SLAVE.
For example: To select a computer which is connected to port
#5 on the SLAVE, when port # 1 of the MASTER is used as the
daisy-chain port, press and release the left CTRL key twice,
then press and release the #1 key, then press and release the
#5 key. (See Figure 8.)
CTRL , CTRL , 1, 5
A slave MUST have an equal or less number of computer ports
than the master. Do not attempt to configure a slave with more
ports than its’ master.
Figure 8. Cascade Port Diagram
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The SUN keyboard / mouse cable will connect to the
corresponding Mini-DIN 8 CONSOLE port.
Figure 3. Console Connections
Computer Connections
Each SUN computer is connected to the Master-IT SUN KVM
switchwith one straight-through (1-1, 2-2, 3-3…, 8-8) mini-DIN8
cable and one male-to-male HDB-15 VGA cable.
For SUN computers that have 13W3 video ports, a
13W3(male)-to-HDB-15(female) adapter is required. It will be
connected from the computers’ video port to the HDB-15 cable
(ConnectPROPart #: SR-C) (See Figure 4.).
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MASTER
SLAVE
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= Console Ports
= Computer Ports
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Figure 4. Computer Connections
Multi-Media Module Connection
The Master-IT SUN can facilitate the optional MAV-108 Multi-
Media module through it’s Mini-DIN-8 link port.
The MAV-108 allows the user to perform audio tasks from
either the currently selected computer, or from a computer that
is on a different port thereby achieving simultaneous multi-
tasking.
Power-ON Sequence
Once all cable connections have been made, initiate the Power-
ON sequence for single and cascade configurations as follows:
Single Master Configuration:
1. Power-ON the MASTER.
2. Power-ON each connected computer.
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Hot-Key Commands
Hot-Key commands are short keyboard sequences used to
initiate specific functions. The sequence will begin with two
strokes of the left CTRL key followed by one or more
keystrokes, which correspond to the particular function.
A built-in buzzer generates a single beep sound to indicate a
correctly keyed command.
A long beep, followed by a short beep indicates an incorrectly
keyed command and will not be initiated.
Master Computer Port Selection
To select a computer on a MASTER, press and release the left
CTRL key twice followed by the number key which corresponds
to the port which the computer is connected to.
For example: To select a computer that is on port # 4 of the
MASTER, press and release the left CTRL key twice, then
press and release the #4 key once. (See Figure 8.)
CTRL ,CTRL ,4
Slave Computer Port Selection (Cascade)
To select a computer on a SLAVE port, press and release the left
CTRL key twice, followed by the number of the port on the MASTER
which is being used as the daisy-chain port, then press the number
key which corresponds to the port on the SLAVE that the computer is
connected to.
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To initiate Auto Scan for the SR-14 from the front panel buttons,
simultaneously press and release buttons #3 & #4.
To initiate Auto Scan for the SR-18 from the front panel buttons,
simultaneously press and release buttons #7 & #8.
To initiate Auto Scan for the SR-28 from the front panel buttons,
simultaneously press and release buttons #7 & #8.
The SR-28 has an A/B button at the very lower right of the front
panel. It is used to toggle between User A and User B. Two red
LED’s are on when two users select different computers, and
one red LED is on when both users select the same computer.
To allow User A to select a computer:
Press and Release the A/B button once (the left side of the
A/B
LED will flash), then press any front panel button to select a
computer.
To allow User B to select a computer – Press and Release
the A/B button twice (the right side of the A/B LED will
flash),
then press any pushbutton to select a computer.
To allow User A to initiate Auto Scan, simultaneously press
and
release the A/B button and #7 front panel button.
To allow User B to initiate Auto Scan, simultaneously press and
release the A/B button and #8 front panel button.
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Cascaded / Daisy-Chain Configuration:
1. Power-ON the MASTER.
2. Power-ON each SLAVE.
3. Power-ON each connected computer.
Once, each Master-IT SUN KVM switch has been Powered-ON,
additional computers can be added at any time thereafter. These
additional computers MUST be Powered-OFF, prior to their
installation. Adding computers in this way will not affect any currently
operating computers that are already connected.
Rack-Mount Kit (Optional)
An optional Rack-Mount Kit (ConnectPROPart # RX-2) is
available for 19” Racks (Figure 5.). The kit includes side mount
brackets for the Master-ITSUN, and a cable support bar which
mounts on the back of the rack enclosure.
Figure 5. Side Mount Bracket Assembly
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Once the side brackets are fastened to the Master-ITSUN, and
the switch is mounted to the front of the rack, the cable support
bar can be assembled and mounted to the vertical rails of the
rack behind the switch. (Figure 6.)
Figure 6. Cable Support Bar Assembly
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OPERATION
The Master-IT SUN can be operated by either the front panel
buttons or keyboard hot-key sequences to initiate various
functions.
Auto Scan mode allows automatic monitoring of selected
computers one at a time, at pre-set intervals.
Front Panel Buttons
Switching is done by pressing the front panel push-button which
corresponds to the desired computer. The front panel indicator
will change to RED to indicate the selected computer. If the
selected port has a powered-ON computer, half of the indicator
will be GREEN. The indicator flashes red when it is in Auto
Scan mode. (Figure 7.)
Figure 7. Front Panel Button & Indicator
Auto Scan
The hot-key sequence used to initiate Auto Scan is different for
each model of Master-IT SUN.
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