Matrix Plus™ MP0101 User Manual
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1. 2 gt MSN ap a Va SI Os IP YAY E 000 E MP0120 gt O Ld o MP0130 na MP0131 gg O 13 MP0101 User Manual Standalone Chain To install the MP0101 system as a standalone chain refer to the installation diagrams on pp 13 and 15 the numbers in the diagram correspond with the numbers of the instruction steps and do the following 1 Plug your keyboard mouse and monitor into their respective ports on the Console Module Each port is marked with an icon to indicate itself Use the KVM cable supplied with your module to connect your Local computer one that is not part of your MP0101 chain to the LOCAL PC port of the Console Module Use Cat 5 cable to connect the Console Module s Link port to the Chain In port of a KVM Adapter Cable that is appropriate for the computer you are connecting it to see the table on p 5 for details Connect the KVM Adapter Cable s KVM cables to their respective ports on the computer you are installing see the installation diagram on p 13 for details Use Cat 5 cable to connect the KVM Adapter Cable s Chain Out port to the Chain In port of the next KVM Adapter Cable you will be using Plug the KVM Adapter Cable2. o ooo o oo 18 Standalone Installations 0 0 cee eee eee 18 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD OVeNIEW oca ips 19 OSD Navigation o 21 OSD Main Screen Headings 00 00 e eee eee eee 21 OSD Functions cr i ee ee a ee ed eee 22 FA RGOTO ka ii Ae 22 FIESTA alot TE APA A tali ala 23 A aLaaa 24 FA ADM tti ee bite 26 ESSKP LA tipo do direi ei E E de edo den o e Us dla dl atte 30 A A A tein ES 31 HEN A O 32 ES LOUT sio A A ali REY 33 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Controls ci id de 35 Invoking Hotkey MoOde oo ooocococco ees 35 Local or Chained Remote Selection 36 Selecting the Active Port cece tees 36 AULO SCANNING A eat See Sole eich Geek ei Plann eae flea i Slat Se 37 Setting the Scan Interval 0 0 0 00 0 37 Invoking Auto Scan i 38 Skip Mode ARA ieee o oh wk os 39 Hotkey Beeper Control 40 Hotkey Summary Table 00000 cece eee 40 Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard Emulation LL 42 Sun Keyboard Emulation 43 MP0101 User Manual Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction Before You Begin 0 cee eee eee eee Performing the Upgrade nn Starting the Upgrade Upgrade Failed Firmware Upgrade Recovery Appendix Specifications a s e Lara A Master Module o Console Modules a KVM Adapter Cables Clear Lo
3. SET LOGOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with TIMEOUT this function the Operator is automatically logged out A login is necessary before the console can be used again This enables other Operators to gain access to the computers when the original Operator is no longer accessing them but has forgotten to log out To set the timeout value key in a number from 1 180 minutes then press Enter If the number is 0 zero this function is disabled The default is O disabled continues on next page 26 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function EDIT PORT NAMES To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port every port can be given a name This function allows the Administrator to create modify or delete port names To Edit a port name 1 Click the port you want or use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 Key in the new Port Name or modify delete the old one The maximum number of characters allowed for the Port Name is 15 Legal characters include All alpha characters All numeric characters andSpace Case does not matter the OSD displays the Port Name in all capitals no matter how they were keyed in 3 When you have finished editing press Enter to have the change take effect To abort the change press Esc RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES Thi
4. 25 When the focus switches to a Port has been selected for Scan Skip Mode a Left Right Triangle symbol appears before its Port ID Display to indicate so While Skip Mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Skip Mode in order to regain control of the console To exit Skip Mode press Spacebar or Esc 30 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F6 BRC F6 is a Super Administrator or Administrator only function Clicking the F6 field or pressing F6 invokes Broadcast BRC Mode When this function is in effect commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers on the installation This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers such as performing a system wide shutdown installing or upgrading software etc BRC works in conjunction with the F2 LIST function The LIST function see p 23 is used to broaden or narrow the focus of which Ports appear on the OSD Main Screen When you Broadcast a command it only goes to the Ports currently selected to be listed on the OSD Main Screen e While BRC Mode is in effect a Speaker symbol appears before the Port ID Display of the port that currently has the console focus e While BRC Mode is in effect the mouse will not function normally You must exit BRC Mode in order to regain control of the mouse To exit BRC Mode invoke the OSD with the OSD hotkey then Click the F6 fie
5. Searching for devices gt Preparing firmware upgrade gt Firmware version is not newer than device MP0131 102 016 gt Firmware version is not newer than device MPO101P 000 000 5 Preparing firmware upgrade OK 7 Upgrading device b MEDI 102 016 ule 01 gt Upgrading device MP0131 102 016 OK gt Upgrading device MPO101P 000 000 gt U e device MPO101P 000 000 OK Help View Log 5 When upgrading for all the devices has completed click Finish to close Upgrade Failed the Firmware Upgrade Utility If a member of a device group fails to complete the upgrade successfully 1 2 Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility Start the firmware upgrade procedure again see p 47 When the Device List is complete Click on the device group that the failed device belongs to in the Device List panel see p 48 Click Next to start the upgrade 50 Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility Firmware Upgrade Recovery If the firmware upgrade procedure is unnaturally aborted due to a power outage for example the switch that was being upgraded at the time may become inoperable and may be incapable of accepting a normal firmware upgrade If this occurs to recover do the following l Di Power the unit off Slide the unit s Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch to the RECOVER position see pp 6 8 and 10 Power the unit back on Slide the Recovery Switch b
6. 3 Chain Out Port The Cat 5 cable that connects the unit to the first KVM Adapter Cable plugs in here 4 Station ID LED The MP0101M s Station ID displays here As the first station on the chain of modules it has a Station ID of 01 5 Link LED Flashes to indicate that data transmission is taking place 6 Mounting You can use this bracket to attach the MP0101M toa Bracket system rack 7 FW Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Cable plugs in here Firmware Port upgrading is discussed in Chapter 7 8 FW Upgrade During normal operation and while performing a Recovery firmware upgrade this switch should be in the Switch NORMAL position See page 51 for firmware upgrade recovery details 9 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here Chapter 1 Introduction Console Module Components Console Modules are used in a standalone installation They provide the OSD and Hotkey control of the computers on your installation They also provide flexibility by allowing either PS 2 or USB based keyboards and mice to be used with the system Console conversion permits either type of console to access and control any type of computer PS 2 USB Mac or Sun The Console Module models are shown in the table below Module Type MP0101P For PS 2 Consoles MP0101U For USB Consoles Front View AUTUSEN o aan o o o O 1 2 3 4 Note Although the MP0101P module is shown in the diagram
7. 60 Hz 150m Power Consumption DC5V 2 0W DC5V 2 6W Environment Operating Temp 0 40 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Physical Housing Metal ds Weight 0 725 kg 54 Appendix KVM Adapter Cables Function MP0120 MP0131 MP0130 Connectors KB 1 x mini DIN 6 M 1 x USB Type AM 1 x mini DIN 8 M Mouse 1 x mini DIN 6 M Video 1x HDB 15 M 1x13W3M Chain In 1 x RJ 45 Female Chain Out 1 x RJ 45 Female LEDs Station ID 2 x 7segments Link 1 Green Switches 1 x Slide FW Upgrade Recovery Power Consumption DC5V 1 2W DC5V 1 5W DC5V 1 0W Environment Operating Temp 0 40 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Physical Housing Plastic Properties Weight 0 250 kg 0 260 kg Dimensions 13 83 x 4 20 x 4 20 cm 55 MP0101 User Manual Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an Administrator login because the Username and Password information has become corrupted or you have forgotten it for example you can clear the login information with the following procedure 1 Power off the switch and remove the top cover of the Switch module case 2 Short the jumper labeled Restore Default Password at the right front of the switch s main board MP0101P MP0101U 3 Power on the switch When you power the switch on the following message appears on the LC
8. Chain 14 Invoking Hotkey Mode 35 K Keyboard Emulation Mac 42 Sun 43 59 MP0101 User Manual L Limited Warranty 57 LIST 23 Local selection 7 36 Logout 33 Logout Timeout 26 LOUT 33 M Master Module 6 MP0101M Front View 6 Multiplatform Support 41 O OSD Factory Default Settings 57 Functions 22 Hotkey 24 Logout 33 Main Screen 20 Main Screen Headings 21 Navigation 21 Overview 19 P Password 26 Pause 32 Port Names 27 Selection 18 Port ID Display Duration 25 Display Mode 25 Display Position 24 Numbering 18 Powering Off and Restarting 17 Q Quick View Ports 28 R Remote selection 7 Restore Default Values 27 S Safety Instructions General iv Rack Mounting vi SCAN 32 Scan Duration 25 SCAN SKIPMODE 25 Screen Blanker 25 Selecting the Active Port 36 Selection Local or Chained 36 Local or Remote 7 SET 24 Accessible Ports 28 Logout Timeout 26 Password 26 Quick View Ports 28 USERNAME 26 Setting the Auto Scan Interval 37 Skip Mode 25 30 39 SKP 30 Specifications Console Modules 54 Master Module 53 Sun keyboard emulation 43 T Timeout 26 U User Notice iii Username 26 60
9. MP0120 MP0130 MP0131 vii About This Manual 0 2 0 0 ce ee ees xi QOVEIVICW Sign SE a AA xi Conventions 0 ccc eee eee eee ee xii ALTUSEN Information o xiii Technical Supp rte Siae ia lec xiii EU GANA Npa ARA eee DALAGA xiii Product Information xiv Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Sc Sak i A a nie Rit 1 A sro ee iaia aca ra 3 MP0101M Master Module LL 3 Console Modules a 3 KVM Adapter Cables cette 4 Requirements asan iia seu NG kag io PURA NP is 5 COnsole ssi fet tel NG dt AA tne sees PG lit nacho Me 5 GOMPUtersz ana a NAN Reseed PE ne ne iy RAS CARRS Fes ade 5 Cables and Modules eee eee eee 5 MP0101M Master Module Components 6 Console Module Components 7 Front Vie Wiee gioia e a esd de 7 Rear VIEWS aras AA BO eS a 8 KVM Adapter Cables aana n aane a ana 9 OQVGIVIGW 32 ce Solesino a be KB in ne NATO ENG ela 9 KVM Adapter Cable Components 10 Chapter 2 Installation Matrix KVM Switch Cascade Chain 11 Standalone Ghana ace tel al E ia NA 14 viii MP0101 User Manual Chapter 3 Basic Operation Topology Considerations cece tetas 17 Hot Plugging iv eet Bie eho pad eda ani 17 Powering Off and Restarting 00 0 cece eee eee eee eee 17 Port Selection tati week a ce chy ade Sa ane Dace weet 18 Port ID Numbering 0 00 0 cece tee 18 Matrix KVM Switch Chain Installations
10. Manual Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables When connecting or disconnecting power to hot pluggable power supplies observe the following guidelines Install the power supply before connecting the power cable to the power supply Unplug the power cable before removing the power supply If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel If the following conditions occur unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed e Liquid has been spilled into the device The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged e The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified tech
11. Powered On QVIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS p 28 QVIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as Quick View Ports POWERED ON see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS p 28 and that have their attached computers Powered On Move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want then press Enter An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one 23 MP0101 User Manual F3 SET This function allows each operator to set up his own working environment A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the Username that is provided during Login To change a setting 1 Double Click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears To make a selection either Double Click it or move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is Note All your setting changes are stored in temporary memory and remain in effect for the duration of your session The changes only become permanent when you Log out of the OSD see p 33 If you shut down the MP0101 without first logging out your changes are discarded The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function OSD HOTKEY Selects which hotkey activates the OSD function Scroll Lo
12. Submenus that appear make your choice either by Double Clicking it or moving the Highlight Bar to it then pressing Enter 3 Press Esc to return to the previous menu level A complete description of the MP0101 s OSD operations are given in the sections that follow F1 GOTO GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port s Name or its Port ID To use the Name method key in 1 key in the port s Name then press Enter To use the Port ID method key in 2 key in the Port ID then press Enter Note You can key in a partial Name or Port ID In that case the screen will show all the computers that the User has View rights to see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS p 28 that match the Name or Port ID pattern regardless of the current List settings see F2 LIST p 23 for details To return to the OSD Main Screen without making a choice press Esc 22 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F2 LIST Many of the OSD functions only operate on the computers that are currently displayed listed on the Main Screen This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD lists on the Main Screen The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below Choice Meaning ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation that have been set Accessible for the user see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS p 28 POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers
13. To bring the KVM focus to a port Double Click it or move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter After executing any action you automatically go back to the menu one level above OSD Main Screen Headings Heading Explanation PN This column lists the Port Numbers for all the computers on the installation The Port Number refers to the position of the KVM Adapter Cable that the computer is connected to in the chain The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter QV If a port has selected for Quick View scanning see Set Quick View Ports p 28 an arrowhead displays in this column to indicate so xt The computers that are powered on and are On Line have a Sun symbol in this column to indicate so NAME If a port has been given a name see Edit Port Names p 27 its name appears in this column 21 MP0101 User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions configure and control the OSD Examples of what can be accomplished with the OSD include rapidly switching to any port auto scanning specifically selected ports limiting the list of ports you wish to view designating a port as a Quick View Port managing port names user management system administration and making OSD setting adjustments To access an OSD function 1 Either Click a Function Key field at the top of the Main Screen or press a Function Key on the keyboard 2 In the
14. and the numbers display on the Command Line as you key them in If you make a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number 3 Press Enter After you press Enter you automatically exit HKM and are ready to invoke Auto Scanning 37 MP0101 User Manual Invoking Auto Scan To start Auto Scanning key in the following Hotkey combination 1 2 3 Invoke HKM see p 35 Press A After you press A you automatically exit HKM and enter Auto Scan Mode and Auto Scanning begins e While you are in Auto Scan Mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a Left Click of the mouse During the time that Auto Scanning is paused the Command Line displays Auto Scan Paused Pausing and Exiting are the two ways to stop scanning and keep the focus on a particular computer If you intend to continue scanning after a brief stop Pausing is more convenient than Exiting Auto Scan Mode completely e This is because when you Resume scanning after Pausing you start from where you left off On the other hand if you Exit and then restart Auto Scan you start over from the very first computer on the installation To Resume Auto Scanning after you Pause press any key or Left Click Scanning continues from where it left off e While Auto Scan Mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Auto Scan Mode compliant keys
15. appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar 25 Firmware Upgrade Utility E xj If Check Firmware Version is checked the utility compares the device s firmware level with the upgrade files If the device s version is newer the utility lets you decide whether to continue or not If it is not checked the utility performs the upgrade directly Click Next to begin Device List Status Messages gt Preparing firmware upgrade gt Firmware version is not newer than device MP0131 102 016 gt Firmware version smin newer than device MPO101P 000 000 Device Description NG Check Firm ion Progress mm View Log lt Back 49 MP0101 User Manual As each device update completes its status is reported in the Status Messages panel When a device group upgrade is successful the background behind the device group name changes to pink to indicate so if a member of a device group fails to upgrade successfully the background behind the group name changes to red to indicate that there was an upgrade failure in the group Check the Status Messages to ascertain which device failed to upgrade 95 Firmware Upgrade Utility x The Firmware upgrade was successful Click Finish to close the utility Device List Device Description FF Check Firmware Version Progress I gt Loading amp testing files OK gt
16. attached to the MP0101 modules as part of its cascaded OSD setup Therefore this chapter only deals with the OSD operation of a standalone MP0101 installation You can refer to the switch s User Manual for its OSD operation details The MP0101 On Screen Display OSD provides a visual menu driven mouse enabled interface that offers quick and convenient computer access and control as well as efficient system administration including user management access rights passwords etc Each OSD menu option activates a function that configures and controls the operation of the KVM installation All procedures start from the OSD Main Screen To bring up the OSD Main Screen tap the Seroll Lock key twice Note Scroll Lock is the default OSD hotkey You can optionally change the hotkey to the Ctrl key see OSD HOTKEY page 24 for details The login dialog box appears ENTER NAME AND PASSWORD Key in a valid username and password then press Enter MP0101 User Manual Note If this is the first time that the OSD is being run or if the password function has not been set simply press Enter The OSD Main Screen comes up in Super Administrator Mode In this mode you have access to all Administrator and User functions and can set up operations including password authorization for the future as you would like After you log in a screen similar to the one below appears F1 GOTO F3 SET F5 SKP F7
17. here 7 KVM Cables These cables connect the module to the computer The cables have different plug configurations depending on the module type See the installation diagrams on p 13 for details 8 Mounting If you choose not to attach the module to a system rack Bracket and want to remove the bracket press this button and Release Button slide the bracket out 10 Chapter 2 Installation Matrix KVM Switch Cascade Chain To install the MP0101 system as a chain cascaded from a Matrix KVM Switch port refer to the Installation Diagrams on pp 12 and 13 the numbers in the diagram correspond with the numbers of the instruction steps and do the following 1 Use Cat 5 cable to connect any port on the Matrix KVM Switch s rear panel to the Chain In port of the Master Module MP0101M Note The distance between the switch and the Master Module must not exceed 150m 500 2 Connect the Master Module s KVM cables to the video and USB ports of the computer you are installing Note The computer must have a USB port and USB host controller installed on the system 3 Use Cat 5 cable to connect the Chain Out port of the Master Module to the Chain In port of a KVM Adapter Cable that is appropriate for the computer you are connecting it to see the table on p 5 for details Note The distance between the Master Module and the KVM Adapter Cable must not exceed 0 5 m 4 Connect the KVM Adapter Cable s KV
18. high video resolution eliminating the need for KVM extenders Setup is fast and easy plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed Access to any computer is easily accomplished either by means of a powerful menu driven OSD On Screen Display system or by entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard A convenient Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one Chapter 1 Introduction Features MP0101M Master Module Chain down from any available Matrix KVM Switch computer port supports a chain of up to 16 KVM Adapter Cables plus a single USB PC connection MP0101M Master Module can be up to 150 m away from the Matrix KVM Switch Hot pluggable add or remove any components modules and computers without having to power off the Matrix KVM Switch Firmware can be upgraded live without taking down any components on the chain Chain Alive function supports power from both the attached computers and the chain bus ensuring that the entire chain functions even if one of the computers on the chain loses power Keyboard and mouse emulation computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere Superior video quality supports resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 60 Hz DDC2B Console Modules Supports a daisy chain of up to 62 KVM Adapter Cables plus attached computers Allows a sing
19. to purchase an entire KVM switch when it comes time to add a server or two The MP0101 can be configured in two ways 1 as part of a Matrix KVM Switch installation and 2 as an independent standalone chain When used with a Matrix KVM Switch installation a Master Module MP0101M acts as a bridge between the switch and a KVM Adapter Cable The KVM Adapter Cable then connects to a server s keyboard video and mouse ports One computer can connect to the Master Module and up to 15 additional KVM Adapter Cables can be daisy chained from the first one so that up to 16 servers can be controlled from a single Matrix KVM Switch port Matrix KVM Switch MP0120 MP0130 l MP0131 MP0101M E MP0101 User Manual With the independent standalone configuration a Console Module is used to bridge between a keyboard video mouse console and the KVM Adapter Cable Up to 61 additional KVM Adapter Cables can be daisy chained from the first one so that up to 62 servers can be controlled from a single KVM console MP0120 MP0130 MP0131 MP0101P or MP0101U The combination of Console and KVM Adapter Cables allows any combination of PS 2 and USB consoles to control any combination of PS 2 USB or Sun computers The use of Cat 5 cable and RJ 45 connectors combined with Auto Signal Compensation ASC allow signals to travel up to 500 feet 150 meters away and still maintain
20. AULTUSCN Enterprise KVM Solutions by ATEN Matrix PlusTM MP0101 User Manual www aten com MP0101 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense RoHS This product is RoHS compliant FE CE 2a MP0101 User Manual User Notice All information documentation and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any of the manufacturer s soft
21. D display USERNAME AND PASSWORD INFORMATION HAS BEEN CLEARED PLEASE POWER OFF THE SWITCH REMOVE THE JUMPER CLOSE THE CASE THEN RESTART 4 After you start back up the OSD login function acts exactly the way it did the first time the switch was run and you can reset passwords for the Administrators and Users 56 Appendix OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows Setting Default OSD Hotkey Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Port ID Display Position Upper Left Corner Port ID Display Duration 3 Seconds Port ID Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name Scan Duration 5 Seconds Scan Skip Mode All Screen Blanker 0 Disabled Hotkey Command Mode Enabled Logout Timeout 0 Disabled Beeper Y Activated Quick View Ports No ports selected Accessible Ports F Full For all Users on all Ports Access Timeout 5 seconds KB Lang Operating Platform PC compatible Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to the contents or use of th
22. M cables to their respective ports on the computer you are installing see the installation diagram on p 13 for details 3 Repeat steps 3 and 4 for all the computers you wish to install on the chain Note The distance between the modules must not exceed 0 5 m 6 After all your computers have been cabled up plug the Master Module s power adapter into an AC source then plug the power adapter cable into it s Power Jack MP0101 User Manual Matrix KVM Switch Cascade Chain Installation Diagram di i TAT e ANA 4 lt gt h Weg E BE 6 O 7 L ale a j Q LIE RI ay pr KP MAS W 4 BG o OTO of 12 Chapter 2 Installation KVM Adapter Cable Connection Diagram PTS LE HEN AS OBS eo E 3 EQ ieee BE gt LA gt n E 8
23. SCAN X F2 LIST F4 ADM F6 BRC F8 LOUT 2 SUPERADMINISTRATOR LIST ALL av lo NAME ATEN INTL CO 1 ATEN INTL CO 2 ATEN INTL CO 3 FAX SERVER 1 FAX SERVER 2 WEB SERVER 1 WEB SERVER 2 MAIL SERVER 1 Note 1 The diagram depicts the Super Administrator s Main Screen The User Main Screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the Administrator and can t be accessed by ordinary Users 2 The OSD always starts in List view with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed 3 Only the ports that have been set accessible by the Administrator for the currently logged in User are visible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 28 for details 20 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Navigation To dismiss the Main Screen and deactivate OSD Click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD Window or press Esc e To Logout Click F8 or the zZ symbol at the top of the Main Screen or press F8 To move up or down through the list one line at a time Click the Up and Down Triangle symbols A W or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys If there are more list entries than there is room for on the Main Screen the screen will scroll To moveupor down through the list one screen at a time Click the Up and Down Arrow symbols AN or use the Pg Up and Pg Dn keys If there are more list entries than there is room for on the Main Screen the screen will scroll
24. Scan Mode press the Spacebar or Esc 32 Chapter 4 OSD Operation F8 LOUT LOUT Log Out logs you out of OSD control of the computers and blanks the Console screen This is different from simply pressing Esc to deactivate the OSD when you are at the Main Screen With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD whereas with Esc all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD hotkey Note 1 When you reenter the OSD after logging out the screen stays blank except for the OSD Main Screen You must input your password before you can continue 2 If you reenter the OSD after logging out and immediately use Esc to deactivate the OSD without having selected a port from the OSD menu a Null Port message displays on the screen The OSD hotkey will bring up the Main OSD Screen 33 MP0101 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 34 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation On a Matrix KVM Switch Chain Installation the switch s Hotkey feature governs the computers attached to the MP0101 modules Therefore this chapter only deals with the Hotkey operation of a standalone MP0101 installation You can refer to the switch s User Manual for its Hotkey operation details Hotkey Port Control Hotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard Note Hotkeys work best in single stage and basic cascaded or daisy chain
25. The following equipment must be used for each console A VGA SVGA or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation Either a PS 2 or a USB keyboard and mouse Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer An HDB 15 video port or a Sun 13W3 video port for legacy Sun systems Either a PS 2 style 6 pin mini DIN mouse port and PS 2 style keyboard port or USB ports for a USB keyboard and USB mouse or for legacy Sun systems a Sun style keyboard port 8 pin mini DIN Note The computer that attaches to the MP0101M Master Module must have a USB port for the attachment Cables and Modules The following cables and modules are required for use with the MP0101 Matrix Plus KVM system Function Cable Matrix KVM Switch to MP0101M Master Module Console Module to KVM Adapter Cable KVM Adapter For PS 2 Computers MP0120 Cable Cat 5 Ethernet cable For Sun Legacy Computers MP0130 For USB Computers PC Mac and Sun MP0131 MP0101 User Manual MP0101M Master Module Components 6 NANG NG a Fa A 5 No Component Description 1 KVM Cables These cables connect to the video and USB ports of the computer attached to the MP0101M 2 Chain In Port The Cat 5 cable that connects the unit to a port on the Matrix KVM Switch plugs in here
26. ack to the NORMAL position Start the firmware upgrade procedure see p 47 51 MP0101 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 52 Specifications Appendix Master Module Function MP0101M Connectors Local Computer KB amp Mouse 1x USB Type A On Molded Cable Local Computer Video 1 x HDB 15 Male On Molded Cable Link to Matrix KVM Switch 1 x RJ 45 Female Link to KVM Adapter Cable 1 x RJ 45 Female Firmware Upgrade 4 Pin Earphone Jack Power 1 x DC 5V Jack LEDs Station ID 2 x 7 Segments Link 1 Green Switches 1 x Slide FW Upgrade Recovery Power Consumption DC5V 1 75W Environment Operating Temp 0 40 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH NC Physical Housing Metal Properties Weight 0 445 kg Dimensions 17 85 x 4 20 x 3 50 cm MP0101 User Manual Console Modules Function MP0101P MP0101U Connectors Console KB 1 x mini DIN 6 Female 1 x USB Type A Female Console Video 1 x HDB 15 Female Console Mouse 1 x mini DIN 6 Female 1 x USB Type A Female Link to KVM Adapter 1 x RJ 45 Female Cable Link to LOCAL 1 x SPHD 15 Female Computer Yellow for PS 2 or Green for USB Firmware Upg 4 Pin Earphone Jack Power 1 x DC 5V Jack LEDs Link 1 Green Local 1 Orange Remote 1 Orange Switches FW Upg Recov 1 x Slide Local Remote 1 x Pushbutton Video 1280 x 1024
27. apter 5 Although hotkeys are handy for a single stage installation we strongly recommend you use the more powerful and versatile OSD especially for daisy chained cascaded and combined installations Port ID Numbering Each computer port on an MP0101 installation is assigned a unique Port ID You can access and control any computer on the installation by specifying the Port ID of the port that it is connected to Matrix KVM Switch Chain Installations Computers that are part of an installation that is chained down from a Matrix KVM Switch computer port have a two part Port ID The first part represents the switch s computer port that the MP0101 chain connects to The second number is the number that displays on the KVM Adapter Cable s Station ID LED For example a computer attached to a KVM Adapter Cable with a Station ID of 06 that is part of a chain that connects back to computer port 12 of a KM0432 switch would have a Port ID of 12 06 See the Matrix KVM Switch s User Manual for more details about Port ID numbering Standalone Installations For computers that are part of a standalone installation the Port ID is simply the number that displays on the KVM Adapter Cable s Station ID LED For example a computer attached to a KVM Adapter Cable with a Station ID of 14 would have a Port ID of 14 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview On a Matrix KVM Switch Chain Installation the switch s OSD governs the computers
28. ck Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers the default is the Scroll Lock combination PORT ID Allows you to position where the Port ID appears on the monitor DISPLAY The default is the upper left corner but you can have it appear POSITION anywhere on the screen Use the Mouse or the Arrow Keys plus Pg Up Pg Dn Home End and 5 on the numeric keypad with Num Lock off to position the Port ID display then Double Click or press Enter to lock the position and return to the Set submenu continues on next page 24 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function PORT ID DISPLAY DURATION Determines how long a Port ID displays on the monitor after a port change has taken place The choices are User Defined which lets you select the amount of time from 1 255 sec and Always On which displays the Port ID at all times If you select User Defined key in the number of seconds then press Enter The default is 3 Seconds A setting of O zero disables this function PORT ID DISPLAY MODE Selects how the Port ID is displayed the Port Number alone PORT NUMBER the Port Name alone PORT NAME or the Port Number plus the Port Name PORT NUMBER PORT NAME The default is PORT NUMBER PORT NAME SCAN DURATION Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles through th
29. d Cat 6 wiring built in to most modern commercial buildings Note Although the MP0101 supports legacy Cat 5 wiring the performance and video quality may degrade over longer distances Since the data signals are not transmitted in packets the transmission cannot go through network hubs or switches Passive components such as patch panels keystone jacks patch cables etc can be used to channel the traffic instead Hot Plugging The MP0101 supports hot plugging modules can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut down any of the components on the installation Powering Off and Restarting Powering off the Matrix KVM Switch or Console Module does not affect the KVM Adapter Cables or the computers chained to them When you restart you regain control immediately To replace a Matrix KVM Switch switch or Console Module simply power it down unplug the cables and plug them into the new unit then power the new unit on Note If any of the computers behave strangely after powering off and restarting or changing a switch simply restart the computer MP0101 User Manual Port Selection Port Selection is accomplished either by means of a menu driven OSD On Screen Display or by entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard OSD port selection is discussed in OSD Operation Chapter 4 hotkey port selection is discussed in Hotkey Operation Ch
30. e Spacebar to cycle through the choices US English Japanese or French The default is US English SET OPERATING PLATFORM This function allows the Administrator to define the operating platform for the computer connected to each port To assign an operating platform select the target port then press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices Windows PC compatible Mac and Sun The default is Windows PC compatible FIRMWARE UPGRADE In order to upgrade the MP0101 s firmware see Chapter 7 you must first invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode with this setting Only the Super Administrator on the Master Station can utilize this function 29 MP0101 User Manual F5 SKP This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previous or next available one The selection of computers to be available for Skip Mode switching is made with the Scan Skip Mode setting under the F3 SET function see p 24 When you are in Skip Mode Press lt to cycle down through the ports 5 4 gt 3 etc When you get to the first port you cycle back to the last one Press to cycle up through the ports 3 4 gt 5 etc When you get to the last port you cycle back to the first one Note When you Skip you only Skip to the previous or next available computer that is in the Scan Skip Mode selection see p
31. e bed sofa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided Never spill liquid of any kind on the device Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company The device is equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or uninterruptible power supply UPS MP0101 User
32. e selected ports in Auto Scan Mode see F7 SCAN p 32 Key in a value from 1 255 seconds then press Enter Default is 5 seconds a setting of O disables the Scan function SCAN SKIP MODE Selects which computers will be accessed under Skip Mode see F5 SKP p 30 and Auto Scan Mode see F7 SCAN p 32 Choices are ALL All the Ports which have been set Accessible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS p 28 POWERED ON Only those Ports which have been set Accessible and are Powered On QUICK VIEW Only those Ports which have been set Accessible and have been selected as Quick View Ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS p 28 QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Only those Ports which have been set Accessible and have been selected as Quick View Ports and are Powered On The default is ALL Note The Quick View choices only show up on an Administrator s screen since only he has Quick View setting rights see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS p 28 for details SCREEN BLANKER If there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the screen is blanked Key in a value from 1 30 minutes then press Enter A setting of 0 disables this function The default is O disabled HOTKEY COMMAND MODE Enables Disables the hotkey Command function in case a conflict with programs running on the computers occurs The default is enabled 25 MP0101 User Manual F4 ADM F4 is a Super Administra
33. e utmost in flexibility for your installation by offering multiplatform support Through the use of Console Modules and KVM Adapter Cables PS 2 and USB interfaces can be mixed and matched at the console side and PS 2 USB and Sun interfaces can be mixed and matched at the computer side With this approach either type of console can access and control multiple computer types PC compatible Sun and Mac The PC Compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun and Mac keyboards The corresponding functions are shown in the tables on the following pages 41 MP0101 User Manual Mac Keyboard Emulation PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Shift Shift Ctrl Ctrl ga Ctrl 1 Mute Ctrl 2 V_DN Ctrl 3 V UP Ctrl 4 A Alt L Alt Option Prt Sc F13 Scroll Lock F14 E Enter Return Back Space Delete Ins Help Ctrl BE F15 Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 42 Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard Emulation PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl F9 Find Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 1 m Ctrl 2 D ad Ctrl 3 O 0 Ctrl 4 C Ctrl H H
34. ed installations For complicated daisy chain cascaded installations it is simpler more convenient and more efficient to use the OSD The MP0101 System provides the following Hotkey Port Control features e Local or Remote Selection e Selecting the Active Port Auto Scanning e Skip Mode Switching Invoking Hotkey Mode Most hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Mode HKM Invoking HKM takes three steps 1 Hold down the Num Lock key 2 Press the key or the minus key 3 Simultaneously release both keys Num Lock or Num Lock 35 MP0101 User Manual When HKM is active The Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit HKM A Command Line appears at the bottom of the monitor screen The command line prompt is the word Hotkey in white text on a blue background Text that you key in while in HKM displays here e Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Hotkey compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks described in the sections that follow can be input Pressing Esc or Spacebar exits HKM Local or Chained Remote Selection You can toggle the console focus between the Local Computer and the Chained installation this is similar to using the Console Module s Local Remote switch as follows 1 Hold down the Num Lock key 2 Press and release the key or the m
35. elp E Compose Sa Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 43 MP0101 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 44 Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility Introduction The purpose of the Windows based Firmware Upgrade Utility FWUpgrade exe is to provide an automated process for make upgrading the MPO0101 s firmware as smooth and painless as possible The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device As new firmware revisions become available new firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site http www aten com support Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them 45 MP0101 User Manual Before You Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 From a computer that is not part of your MP0101 installation go to our Internet support site and choose the model name that relates to your device to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages Note On a standalone installation this would be a computer different from the one connected to the LOCAL PC port Choose the Firmware Upgrade Package you want to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer On a Matrix KVM Switch chained installation disconnect the chain from the switch by unplugging the Cat 5 cable tha
36. gin Information OSD Factory Default Settings Limited Warranty Index MP0101 User Manual About This Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CC1000 system It covers all aspects of installation configuration and operation An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below Overview Chapter 1 Introduction introduces you to the MP0101 System Its purpose features and benefits are presented and its front and back panel components are described Chapter 2 Installation takes you through the procedures for installing the MP0101 both as a chained component of a Matrix KVM Switch setup and in an independent standalone chained configuration Chapter 3 Basic Operation explains the fundamental concepts involved in MP0101 operations Chapter 4 OSD Operation provides detailed information for operating the MP0101 in an independent configuration using the MPO101 s intuitive mouse driven OSD On Screen Display menus Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation explains the concepts and procedures used in controlling the MP0101 in an independent configuration from the keyboard Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation provides tables that list the PC to Mac and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility explains how to upgrade the MP0101 s firmware with the latest available versions An Appendix provides specifications and other tech
37. greement Then Click Next LICENSE GRANT ATEN Intemational Co Ltd Licensor grants to you a non exclusive non transferable license to access and use FIRMWARE UPGRADE UTILITY the Product during the Term set forth below ou may install the Product on a hard disk or other storage device install and use the Product on a file server for use on a network for the purposes of fi permanent installation onto hard disks or other storage devices or ii use of the Product over such network and make backup copies of the Product RESTRICTIONS ou agree not to modify adapt translate reverse engineer recompile disassemble or otherwise attempt to discover the source code of the Product or create derivative works based on the Product or remove any proprietary notices or labels on the Product including copyright trademark or patent pending notices gee C DontAgree LICENSE AGREEMENT i ou may not sublicense the Product or otherwise allow others to use the Product licensed to you a Y Help About 2 Read and Agree to the License Agreement enable the I Agree radio button 47 MP0101 User Manual 3 Click Next to continue The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears 25 Firmware Upgrade Utility xj If Check Firmware Version is checked the utility compares the device s firmware level with the upgrade files If the device s version is newer the utility lets you decide whether to co
38. ide Registration Card 1 1 1 e1 Console Modules MP0101P MP0101U e 1 Custom KVM Cable Set e 1 Upgrade Cable e 1 Power Adapter 1 User Manual 1 Quick Start Guide e 1 Registration Card KVM Adapter Cables MP0120 MP0130 MP0131 1 Mounting bracket Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping contact your dealer Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on the MP0101 installation Features may have been added to the MP0101 since this manual was printed Please visit our website to download the latest version of the manual Copyright 2006 ATENG International Co Ltd Manual Part No PAPE 0269 1AXG Printing Date 10 2006 Altusen and the Altusen logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co Ltd All rights reserved All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners vii MP0101 User Manual Contents FCC Information iL ii ROH St co ace ete by orcad Weed Soe SAPA Ga id cats Midas Stes ii Wser NOtic s ii cose ek eh a es eee ee da ili Safety Instructions LL iv General ii alata elite eo iv Rack Mounting viuda A i vi Package Contents c cece tte vii Console Modules MP0101P MP0101U vii KVM Adapter Cables
39. ill display on the List If one of the Quick View options is chosen for Auto Scanning see SCAN SKIP MODE p see SCAN SKIP MODE page 25 only a Port that has been selected here will be Auto Scanned The default is for no ports to be selected SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS This function allows the Administrator to define Operator access to the computers on the installation on a Port by Port basis For each Operator select the target Port then press Spacebar to cycle through the choices F Full access V View Only or blank No access Repeat until all access rights have been set then press Enter The default is F for all users on all Ports A blank setting means that no access rights are granted The Port will not show up on the User s LIST on the Main Screen SET ACCESS TIMEOUT If there is no input from the console accessing a particular port for the amount of time set with this function the port is released allowing it to be accessed by the other consoles To set the timeout value key in a number from 0 255 seconds then press Enter If the number is 0 zero this function is disabled The default is 5 seconds continues on next page 28 Chapter 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page SET KEYBOARD LANGUAGE This function allows the Administrator to define the keyboard language layout for each port To assign a keyboard language select the target port then press th
40. inus key twice 3 Release the Num Lock key Selecting the Active Port Each computer port is assigned a Port ID see Port ID Numbering page 18 You can directly access any computer on the installation with a Hotkey combination that specifies the Port ID of the computer port that the computer 1s connected to The steps involved are 1 Invoke HKM see p 35 2 Key in the Port ID The Port ID numbers display on the Command Line as you key them in If you make a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number 3 Press Enter After you press Enter the KVM focus switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit HKM 36 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Auto Scanning Auto Scan switches among all the computer ports that are accessible to the current Operator at regular intervals see Scan Skip Mode p 25 for information regarding accessible ports This function is convenient for automatically monitoring the activity of the computers on the installation Setting the Scan Interval The amount of time Auto Scan dwells on each port is set with the Scan Duration setting of the OSD F3 SET function see p 24 You can change the scan interval before activating Hotkey Auto Scanning if you wish with the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke HKM see p 35 2 Keyin T n Where T is the letter T and n is a number from 1 255 that represents the number of seconds for the dwell time The letter T
41. is documentation and specially disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or update For further inquires please contact your direct vendor 57 MP0101 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 58 A Activate Beeper 27 ADM 26 Administrator functions 26 Advanced Firmware Upgrade 50 ALTUSEN Information xiii Auto Scanning 32 37 Invoking Auto Scan 38 Pausing Auto Scan 38 Scan Duration 25 Setting the Scan Interval 37 Stopping 38 B Beeper Activate 27 Hotkey Control 40 BRC 31 Broadcast Mode 31 C Chained selection 36 Clear Login Information 56 Clear the Name List 27 Console Modules Front view 7 Rear view 8 E Edit Port Names 27 F F1 GOTO 22 F2 LIST 23 F3 SET 24 F4 ADM 26 F5 SKP 30 F6 BRC 31 G GOTO 22 H Hardware Requirements Index F7 SCAN 32 F8 LOUT 33 Factory Default Settings 57 FCC Information ii Firmware Upgrade Advanced 50 Firmware upgrade 45 utility 45 Cables 5 Computer 5 Console 5 Hot Plugging 17 Hotkey Beeper Control 40 Command Mode 25 Invoking Hotkey Mode 35 OSD 24 Port Control 35 Selecting the Active Port 36 Summary Table 40 Installation Matrix KVM Switch Cascade 11 Standalone
42. ld or press F6 to turn BRC Mode off 31 MP0101 User Manual F7 SCAN This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself The selection of computers to be included for Auto Scanning is made with the Scan Skip Mode setting under the F3 SET function see p 24 The amount of time that each Port displays for is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3 SET function see p 24 When you want to stop at a particular location press the Spacebar or Esc to stop scanning and exit Auto Scan Mode If the scanning stops on an empty port or one where the computer is attached but is powered Off the monitor screen will be blank and the mouse and keyboard will have no effect Simply wait after the Scan Duration time is up the Scan function will move on to the next port As each computer is accessed an s appears in front of the Port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan Mode While Auto Scan Mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Auto Scan Mode in order to regain control of the console While you are in Auto Scan Mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a Left Click of the mouse See Invoking Auto Scan page 38 for details To exit Auto
43. le KVM console to control a local computer and up to 62 additional computers by means of the daisy chained KVM Adapter Cables Console conversion allows either the USB or PS 2 Console Module to control any type of computer PC Mac or Sun Built in ASIC for greater reliability and compatibility Category 5 UTP Ethernet cable to chain to the KVM Adapter Cables High resolution video up to 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 150m max Automatic gain control MP0101 User Manual KVM Adapter Cables Auto Signal Compensation ASC no DIP switch setting needed for the different distances of up to 150 meters between the Console Module and the KVM Adapter Cable Chain Alive function supports power from both the attached computers and the chain bus ensuring that the entire chain functions even if one of the computers on the chain loses power or is turned off Hot plug any computer or any KVM Module Firmware can be upgraded live without taking down any of the components Keyboard and mouse emulation computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere Multiplatform support KVM Adapter Cables allow PC Mac and Sun computers to coexist on the same chain The KVM Adapter Cable chain sequence positions are automatically detected and displayed on a two digit Station ID LED no DIP switch setting necessary Cable length adjustment slides for a neat and tidy installation Chapter 1 Introduction Requirements Console
44. nical information regarding the MP0101 Xi MP0101 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys you should press For example Enter means to press the Enter key If keys need to be chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt 1 Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps 4 Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps gt Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start gt Run means to open the Start menu and then select Run Indicates critical information xii MP0101 User Manual ALTUSEN Information Technical Support North America Technical Registered ALTUSEN product owners are entitled to Phone Support telephone technical support Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center 949 453 8885 International Technical 1 Contact your local dealer Phone Support 2 Call the ALTUSEN Technical Support Cen ter 886 2 8692 6959 Email Support Email your questions and concerns to support aten com Online Support Online troubleshooting that describes the most com monly encountered problems and offers possible solutions to them online documentation including Documentation electronically available manuals and the latest driv ers and firm
45. nician to repair MP0101 User Manual Rack Mounting Before working on the rack make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack the slide rails can pinch your fingers After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack vi MP0101 User Manual Package Contents The MP0101 package consists of an MP0101M master module and optional modules that connect to it Depending on the modules you purchased your package will contain one or more of the following components Master Module MP0101M e 1 Upgrade Cable Power Adapter User Manual Quick Start Gu
46. ntinue or not If it is not checked the utility performs the upgrade directly Click Next to begin Device List Device Description IV Check Firmware Version Progress Help View Log The Utility inspects your installation The devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel Note 1 Although only one device type is shown in the list MP0131 for example all units of that type receive the upgrade 2 A blue background behind the device name indicates that it is ready to be upgraded 48 Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility 4 When the list is complete click Next to start the upgrade e Ifyou enabled Check Firmware Upgrade the Utility compares the device s firmware level with that of the upgrade files If it finds that the device s version is higher it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel A A 9 The firmware Ver 1 0 0986 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 096 Ly in device MP0131 102 016 Continue the upgrade Yes No If you didn t enable Check Firmware Upgrade the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking their version level e While a device group is being upgraded the background behind its name changes to green and blinks on and off to indicate that upgrading for that device group is in progress As the Upgrade proceeds status messages
47. or next available computer that is in the Scan Skip Mode selection see p 25 3 To exit Skip Mode press Esc or Spacebar 39 MP0101 User Manual Hotkey Beeper Control The Beeper see Activate Beeper p 27 can be Hotkey toggled On and Off To toggle the Beeper key in the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke HKM see p 35 2 Press B After you press B the Beeper toggles On or Off The Command Line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit HKM Hotkey Summary Table Num Lock or Toggles the console focus between the or Local Computer and the Chained Num Lock installation Port ID Enter Switches access to the computer that corresponds to that Port ID T n Enter Sets the Auto Scan interval to n seconds where n is a number from 1 255 A Invokes Auto Scan Mode When Auto Scan Mode is in effect P or Left Click pauses Auto Scanning When Auto Scanning is paused pressing Any Key or another Left Click resumes Auto Scanning E Cycles up through the ports 5 gt 4 gt 3 etc When you get to the first port you cycle back to the last one DI Cycles down through the ports 3 gt 4 gt 5 etc When you get to the last port you cycle back to the first one B Toggles the Beeper On or Off 40 Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation The MP0101 provides th
48. rts are color coded Chapter 1 Introduction KVM Adapter Cables Overview KVM Adapter Cables are used as signal translation intermediaries between the Console Modules and the computers allowing either console PS 2 or USB to control any combination of PS 2 port computers PC and Mac USB port computers Sun USB port computers and Sun legacy computers as shown in the table below Module Computer Port Type MP0120 PS 2 MP0130 Sun Legacy MP0131 USB PC Mac and Sun The modules are hot swappable they can be removed and reinserted for configuration changes without having to close down any devices on the installation MP0101 User Manual KVM Adapter Cable Components No Component Description 1 Mounting You can use this bracket to attach the module to a Bracket system rack 2 Firmware During normal operation this switch should be in the Upgrade Switch NORMAL position Firmware upgrading details are discussed in Chapter 7 3 Station ID LED The module s Station ID signifying its sequence in the chain displays here 4 Link LED Flashes to indicate that data transmission is taking place 5 Chain In Port The Cat 5 cable from the Master or Console Module if this is the first KVM Adapter Cable on the chain or to a prior KVM Adapter Cable on the chain plugs in here 6 Chain Out Port The Cat 5 cable that connects the module to the subsequent module on the chain plugs in
49. s KVM cables into their respective ports on the computer you are installing Repeat steps 5 and 6 for any other modules you wish to install on the chain Note 1 The distance between the Console Module and the farthest KVM Adapter Cable must not exceed 150m 500 2 The distance between the modules must not exceed 0 5 m After all your computers have been cabled up plug the Console Module s power adapter into an AC source then plug the power adapter cable into it s Power Jack Chapter 2 Installation Standalone Chain Installation Diagram NP BE EN el ono Es E e CG i Cj o Bj sy es MN lt gt EE LI we TT O EDO 990 Em HEOI Hem H i DJ J Hi t 15 MP0101 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank Chapter 3 Basic Operation Topology Considerations The use of RJ 45 connectors combined with Auto Signal Compensation ASC allow signals to travel up to 150 meters 500 feet and still maintain reliability and high video resolution This allows the MP0101 installation to take advantage of the internal Cat Se an
50. s function is used to undo all changes and return the setup to the original factory default settings see OSD Factory Default Settings page 57 except for the Names settings that were assigned to the Ports which are saved CLEAR THE NAME LIST This function is similar to Restore Default Values The difference is that it also clears the Names settings along with undoing all changes and returning the setup to the original factory default settings ACTIVATE BEEPER Choices are Y for Yes or N for No When activated the beeper sounds whenever a Port is changed when activating the Auto Scan function see F7 SCAN page 32 or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu The default is Y activated continues on next page 27 MP0101 User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function SET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the Administrator select which Ports to include as Quick View ports To select deselect a port as a Quick View Port Double Click the port you want or use the Navigation Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter When a port has been selected as a Quick View Port an arrowhead displays in the QV column of the LIST on the Main Screen to indicate so When a port is deselected the arrowhead disappears If one of the Quick View options is chosen for the LIST view see F2 LIST p see F2 LIST page 23 only a Port that has been selected here w
51. t links the Master Module to the switch s computer port Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable that came with your MP0101 package to connect a COM port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port on the Master Module for Matrix KVM Switch chained installations or Console Module for standalone installations MP0101M MP0101P Master Module Console Module CS pio MAL EE Wy SEO AO E lt gt EI ES eel Eo Eo OB 46 Chapter 7 The Firmware Upgrade Utility 5 Shut down all of the computers on the MP0101 chain function invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode Performing the Upgrade From your console bring up the OSD see p 19 and select the FAADM Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE Press Enter then press Y to Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware 1 Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file either by double clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and keying in the full path to it The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears 25 Firmware Upgrade Utility E xj Welcome to the Firmware Upgrade Utility Put your device into Firmware Upgrade Mode Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable to connect its Firmware Upgrade Port to your computer or connect via Ethemet Agree to the License A
52. the front panel configuration of the MP0101U module is the same No Component Description 1 Link Flashes to indicate that data transmission is taking place 2 Local Lights to indicate that the locally attached computer has the KVM focus 3 Remote Lights to indicate that the KVM Adapter Cable chain has the KVM focus 4 Local Toggles between Local and Remote KVM focus Remote MP0101 User Manual Rear View a DC SV LOCALPC LINK oo 3 4 5 MP0101P LOCAL PC LINK 4 2 3 5 MP0101U No Component Description 1 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here 2 Local KVM The cable that links to the local computer plugs into this Port port 3 Link The Cat 5 cable that links to the KVM Adapter Cable plugs in here 4 Firmware During normal operation the Firmware Upgrade switch Upgrade should be in the NORMAL position Section The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data to the MP0101 system s modules plugs into the UPGRADE jack Firmware upgrading details are discussed in Chapter 7 5 Console Port The cables from your keyboard monitor and mouse Section plug in here The keyboard and mouse ports of both modules are labeled with an appropriate icon to indicate themselves Additionally the MP0101P s keyboard and mouse po
53. tor and Administrator only function It allows them to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD To change a setting Double Click it or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears Double Click the choice you want or move the Highlight Bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Note All your setting changes are stored in temporary memory and remain in effect for the duration of your session The changes only become permanent when you Log out of the OSD see p 33 If you power off the MP0101 without first logging out your changes are discarded Setting Function SETUSERNAME This function is used to set Usernames and Passwords AND 1 One Super Administrator one Administrator and four User PASSWORD passwords can be set 2 After you key in a name for the Super Administrator Administra tor or User a screen that allows you to key in the username and password appears The username and password may be up to 15 characters long and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers A Z 0 9 3 For each individual key in the Username and Password then press Enter 4 To modify or delete a previous Username and or Password use the backspace key to erase individual letters or numbers
54. trokes and mouse clicks can be input You must exit Auto Scan Mode in order to regain normal control of the console To exit Auto Scan Mode press Esc or Spacebar Auto Scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan Mode 38 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually In contrast to Auto Scanning which automatically switches after a fixed interval Skip Mode lets you dwell on a particular port for as long or as little as you like To invoke Skip Mode key in the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke HKM see p 35 2 Key in Arrow e Where Arrow refers to the Up or Down Arrow key After you press Arrow you automatically exit HKM and enter Skip Mode where you can switch ports as follows Cycles down through the ports 5 gt 4 3 etc When you get to the first port you cycle back to the last one Cycles up through the ports 3 4 gt 5 etc When you get to the last port you cycle back to the first one e Once you are in Skip Mode you can keep on skipping by pressing the Arrow keys You don t have to use the NumLock combination each time you want to skip e While Skip Mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Skip Mode compliant keystrokes can be input You must exit Skip Mode in order to regain normal control of the console Note When you Skip you only Skip to the previous
55. ware described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE MP0101 User Manual Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions Save them for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device Do not place the device on any unstable surface cart stand table etc If the device falls serious damage will result Do not use the device near water Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The device should never be placed on a soft surfac
56. ware for your product are available at the ALTUSEN website http www aten com Troubleshooting Software Updates Getting Help For additional help advice and information ALTUSEN provides several support options If you need to contact ALTUSEN technical support with a problem please have the following information ready beforehand Product model number serial number and date of purchase Your computer configuration including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the error Any other information you feel may be of help xiii MP0101 User Manual Product Information For information about all of ALTUSEN s products and how they can help you connect without limits visit ALTUSEN on the web or contact an ALTUSEN Authorized Reseller In the United States of America call 866 ALTUSEN 258 8736 In Canada and South America call 949 453 8885 In all other locations call 886 2 8692 6789 Visit ALTUSEN on the web at http www aten com for a list of locations and telephone numbers xiv Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The MP0101 Matrix Plus system features a modular design that gives IT administrators a way of adding to their KVM switch installations on a one server at a time basis With the MP0101 they can expand at their own pace rather than having
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