DX USER IP II
1.1 Standalone mode or KVM.net
DX User IP II can be used in any of the following 3 modes:
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Standalone
DX User IP II - Quick Start Guide
KVM.net enabled
KVM.net managed
KVM.net is a centralized IP based system for secure control of servers and network
devices, power and user administration in the data center environment. KVM.net
combines Out-Of-Band, KVM via IP access with modern IT standards and
requirements. It is the most comprehensive remote server maintenance solution
available in the market today.
1. Introduction
These 3 modes are now explained.
To take advantage of the DX User IP II full range of features, we recommend you
read the softcopy User Guide after performing the Quick Start procedure. It’s in
Support section.
1.1.1 Standalone mode
Standalone mode refers to using the DX User IP II as part of the DX system only
and working via the DX AIM interface without KVM.net, for remote KVM access
and control via a LAN or Internet connection.
Figure 1 illustrates the basic configuration of the DX system with the DX User IP II
and DX Users connected to peripheral devices via the DX Central.
1.1.2 KVM.net enabled / managed
Remote
User
The DX User IP II can be KVM.net enabled or KVM.net managed. Both of these
refer to managing and accessing servers connected to the DX system via the
KVM.net Manager.
Internet / VPN / LAN
Local
User
Local
User
KVM.net enabled means the DX is still capable of working in Standalone mode.
KVM.net managed means the DX is fully managed and controlled by KVM.net,
access to the AIM interface is blocked but can be achieved where necessary via
hotkeys. Details of the differences between KVM.net enabled and managed will be
explained in the configuration and operating sections later on in this Guide.
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2. DX User IP II front panel
To computers
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Figure 2 illustrates the DX User IP II front panel.
X-RICC
X-RICC
X-RICC
DXU - IP II
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Activity
System OK
Computer
Computer
Computer
Figure 2 Front panel
Figure 1 DX User IP II usage scenario
The table below explains the functions of the front panel LEDs.
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DX USER IP II
USB ports
LED
Function
Update the DXU firmware via a Minicom Flash USB key. See the DX User Guide
for information on updating firmware.
Activity
LED solid when a remote user operates the DXU IP II
System OK LED solid when DX User IP II connected and functioning
System port – Used to connect the DX User IP II to the DX Central.
KVM ports – Used for optional local console.
2.1 DX User IP II rear panel
3. Pre-installation guidelines
Figure 3 illustrates the rear panel of the DX User IP II.
RS232 Serial
port
USB
ports
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Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that
are likely to generate electrical noise
Monitor
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The maximum distance between each device (computer, KVM switch or second
level DX Central) and the DX Central is 100m/330ft. The maximum distance
between the DX Central and the DX User IP II is also 100m/330ft. For best
performance place the DXU IP II as close as possible to the DX Central.
SERIAL
USER
I
0
SYSTEM
POWER
USB
TERMINAL
SERIAL
2
ETHERNET
GO LOCK
100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Go Lock
button
DX Reset
button
Mouse
Keyboard
Serial 2 Ethernet
port port
CAT5 to DX
Central
Power
RS232
Terminal port
4. Connecting the DX User IP II
connector
Figure 3 DX User IP II rear panel ports
Figure 4 below illustrates the connections of the DX User IP to the DX system. See
below for more details.
DX Reset button
P
1
1
0
The DX Reset button resets the DX parts of the DX User IP II.
Go Lock button
The Go Lock button disconnects the active remote session and returns control to the
local user.
(Optional)
Local
User
SERIAL
USER
I
0
Serial / Serial 2 port
SYSTEM
console
POWER
USB
TERMINAL
SERIAL
2
ETHERNET
GO LOCK
100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
The Serial port is only used for KVM.net managed mode when the DX User IP II is
the Master Console – (explained in the softcopy User Guide).
CAT5
cable
In Standalone and KVM.net enable modes, the Serial 2 port can be used for any
RS232 application, e.g. managing a router or power switch.
Remote user
To DX Central
User port
Terminal port
Internet / VPN / LAN
In Standalone and KVM.net enable modes only, when there are X-RICC RS232s in
the DX system, you can control them locally through an RS232 terminal connected
to the DX User IP II.
Figure 4 DX User IP connections
Ethernet - Connects the DX User IP II to an Ethernet network.
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