Network Technologies NTI PRIMUX PRIMUx-UZR User manual

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PRIMUX®
Control up to 64 servers in zero rack space
KVM SWITCH VIA CAT5
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The PRIMUX®Zero-U KVM Switch System allows you to control up to 64 computers without consuming rack space. The switch frees
up valuable space by eliminating large KVM switchboxes and bulky hard-to-manage coax cables.
The PRIMUX system consists of two components: the User Station that connects to a keyboard, monitor and mouse, and Host Adapter that
connects to a server. Up to 64 Host Adapters can be daisy-chained together providing user access to up to 64 servers. The User Stations
and Host Adapters can be located as far as 1,000 feet from each other via CAT5 UTP cable.
Features & Applications
A single, inexpensive CAT5/5e/6 UTP cable replaces bulky
KVM cables.
Ideal for hazardous/unsecured environments. User station can
be located up to 1,000 feet from servers.
Easy to install and use with plug-and-play functionality.
Provides a simple daisy-chained wiring configuration.
Hot-swap components with no disruption of server operation.
Crisp and clear 1024x768 video resolution at 1,000 feet;
higher resolution supported at shorter distances up to
1920x1440 (see resolution chart on page 17).
Keep-alive keyboard/mouse emulation for flawless operation.
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Interconnect multiple servers at different locations throughout
a building. Servers can be the same or different platforms
(PS/2, SUN or USB).
Dedicated microprocessors prevent computers from locking
up, ensuring reliable control.
OSD provides fine tuning for optimal video quality.
Color-coded LEDs on both the local and remote units indicate
power status and verify communication between the units.
Automatically adjusts the video quality to compensate for
varying lengths of CAT5/5e/6 cable.
Configuration is saved and restored even if unit loses power.
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Configuration and Cable Illustration
PRIMUX-UZR (Front and Back) and HA-USB Host Adapter
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Control up to 64 servers in zero rack space
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Specifications
User Station
Monitor
Female 15-pin HD connector.
A multiscan VGA monitor is required to display the different
video outputs from different platforms.
Maximum 1024x768 video resolution at 1,000 feet; higher
resolutions are supported at shorter distances (see page 17).
Supports Separate and Composite TTL level sync.
Supports the DDC2B protocol.
Devices
Two female USB Type A/two female 6-pin miniDIN
connectors.
Supports all standard PS/2 keyboards and most USB
keyboards with Windows or SUN keyboard layout.
Keyboards and mice are hot-pluggable.
NTI recommends using a USB SUN keyboard if there are
SUN hosts being controlled.
User keyboard and mouse must be of the same platform.
Supports standard 2-button PS/2 mice, as well as many other
styles.
USB SUN 3-button mice are supported.
Most USB mice (up to 3 buttons), including Microsoft USB
Intellimouse®.
Regulatory Approvals
CE
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Host Adapters
Hosts
A maximum of 64 host computers can be daisy-chained
together. One platform-specific (PS/2, SUN or USB)
HA-x host adapter is required for each computer.
HA-PS2
Compatible with any OS supporting PS/2, including
RS6000, SGI and HP 9000.
Male 15-pin HD/male 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
HA-SUN
Compatible with all legacy SUN computers,
including Ultras.
Male 15-pin HD/male 8-pin miniDIN connectors.
HA-USB
Compatible with USB-enabled PC, SUN and MAC
computers.
Male 15-pin HD/male USB Type A connectors.
Power
Host adapter: power provided by the host computer.
User station: 110 or 220 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz via AC adapter
Warranty
Two years.
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PRIMUX®
On Screen Display (OSD)
Locate and select computers by name, comment, index or ID.
Use keyboard or mouse to operate the switch from menus
superimposed onto the monitor.
Displays the platform, name, and power status of the
daisy-chained computers.
Allows color skew compensation and video compensation
fine tuning for optimal video quality.
OS and software-independent.
Security
Add or remove authorized users.
Set individual user names and passwords for each user.
Administrator can enable or disable all security features
and select which computers each user can access.
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Front Panel Interface of the User Station
Locally change ports with front panel buttons.
Provides eight “favorites” buttons allowing the user to
program buttons to select frequently used computers for
quick access.
Keyboard
Use the keyboard to command the user station to select ports
or configure the Scan delay.
Scan or Command Modes are available from the keyboard.
Scan Mode automatically and sequentially displays the video
from each powered-on computer. Duration of display can be
2-255 seconds.
Command Mode allows the user to give instructions to the
switch through the keyboard. Keystrokes are not passed to
the computer.
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Built-In Control Methods
Use CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 UTP cable to daisy chain host
adapters and user station.
Use CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 UTP straight through cable for
TIA/EIA-568B wiring terminated with standard
RJ45 connectors.
Cables not included.
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Cables
User Station and Host Adapter Models
PRIMUX-UZR PS/2, SUN User Station 11x11x1.75
or USB
HA-PS2 PS/2 Host Adapter 2.1x3.7x1.0
HA-USB USB Host Adapter 2.1x3.7x1.0
HA-SUN SUN Host Adapter 2.1x3.7x1.0
NTI Part # Platform Function Size WxDxH (in)
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