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ULTRAMATRIX “UMX” SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL
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Jumpers JP1 and JP2 set the KVM assignments for the UM8 and UM16 models. On the UM8 model, setting jumpers
JP1 and JP2 in the “DOWN” position sets the KVM ports for that Unit to KVM 1-4. In the “UP” position, the KVM ports
are set to KVM 5-8.
On the UM16 model, setting jumpers JP1 and JP2 to the “DOWN” position on the bottom expansion card sets the
KVM ports to KVM 1-4. Setting JP1 and JP2 to the “UP” position on the bottom card sets the KVM ports to KVM 5-8.
On the upper card, setting jumpers JP1 and JP2 to the “DOWN” position sets the KVM ports to KVM 9-12. In the
“UP” position, the KVMs are set to KVM 13-16.
In a typical UM8 expanded system, JP1 and JP2 are usually set for:
Unit #1 to KVMs 1-4 (JP1 & JP2 =”DOWN”)
Unit #2 to KVMs 5-8 (JP1 & JP2 = “UP)
Unit #3 to KVMs 1-4 (JP1 & JP2 =”DOWN”)
Unit #4 to KVMs 5-8 (JP1 & JP2 =”UP”)
A typical UM16 expanded system, JP1 and JP2 are usually set for:
Unit #1 to KVMs 1-4 (Bottom card, JP1 & JP2 =”DOWN” / Top card, JP1 & JP2 =Removed)
Unit #2 to KVMs 5-8 (Bottom card, JP1 & JP2 =”UP” / Top card, JP1 & JP2 = Removed)
Unit #3 to KVMs 9-12 (Top card, JP1 & JP2 =”DOWN” / Bottom card, JP1 & JP2 = Removed)
Unit #4 to KVMs 13-16. (Top card, JP1 & JP2 =”UP” / Bottom card, JP1 & JP2 = Removed)
RS232 port
All UltraMatrix switches are equipped with an RS232 serial port for each installed system CPU card. These ports are
RJ12, 6-conductor connectors. They provide a serial interface to the UltraMatrix from a computer terminal, a stand-
alone computer, or a notebook computer that is not connected to any CPU port.
The RS232 serial port enables you to:
Upgrade the system firmware
Restore the unit to its factory default settings
Configure an expansion switch
Switch any KVM station to any CPU port
An adapter and serial cable are provided for serial interface.
Firmware cannot be upgraded from a computer terminal.
Cabling
KVM stations, computers and servers, and expansion units are easily connected to the UltraMatrix switch with the
proper cables. Cables are usually purchased along with the UltraMatrix to provide quick, trouble-free installation.
Provide adequate strain relief for the CPU, KVM, and expansion cables to relieve excess tension on the connectors.
System security
Security is a very important concern, especially in the environments most UltraMatrix switches are commonly
installed in, such as data centers and server rooms. The UltraMatrix system can be secured with a unique
configuration password allowing only authorized personnel access to the configuration menus and the system set-up
functions, including creating and assigning users, profiles, and groups.
The KVM stations can also be secured by assigning user access names and passwords that restrict access to
certain computers or servers that contain sensitive information or restricted applications.
Other security functions include the flexibility of assigning certain computers or servers to a unique Group. This
feature allows you to group computers or servers together for access by defined “Profiles”. These profiles can be
set-up to define the way computers within a “Group” are accessed.
The security functions, “Users”, “Profiles”, and “Groups” are configured from the main configuration menu and when
set-up, form a flexible, reliable, and secure system. These functions are explained in detail in the menu section and
the site planning section.
Avoid routing cables close to fluorescent lights, air compressors, high voltage power sources and
machinery that may create electrical noise or interference with the operation of the UltraMatrix switch.