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ULTRAMATRIX E-SERIES MANUAL
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System Overview
The UltraMatrix switch is designed with the latest in KVM switching
technology. It has the capability and flexibility to configure to most
keyboards, video monitors, mice, servers and computers. The modular
design of the UltraMatrix makes the Unit easy to install, expand, and
maintain. The addition of an expansion card(s) and additional switches
can increase the number of computers that can be connected and
accessed to 1,000.
The UltraMatrix series switches are available in several configurations
depending on your system switching needs. The “E” series switch is
available with 4, 8, or 16 CPU ports and one to four KVM ports.
(See appendix F for KVM station placement and conflicts)
KVM station
A KVM station, consisting of a Keyboard, Video monitor, and Mouse,
connects to the DB25F KVM connectors on the rear panel using a KVM
adapter cable. The KVM adapter cable is available with a variety of
connector types to accommodate the different types of keyboards,
video monitors and mice. The KVM adapter cable connectors must be
compatible with the keyboard, video monitor, and mouse cable
connectors.
KVM adapter cables are available in lengths of 1 – 100 feet.
(Refer to the compatibility table on page 3)
KVM Station Keyboard and Mouse
PC Models (EP): Require a PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse.
Multi-platform Models (EE): Can use a PS/2 keyboard and mouse or a
Sun Keyboard and Mouse.
Note: When using a PS/2 keyboard, the PS/2 keyboard must be
capable of communicating in Mode 2 and Mode 3 if the CPU's
are PC Mode 3, USB, SUN, or a Rose Translator is used in
conjunction with an Apple computer.
KVM Station Video Monitor
The KVM Station video monitor must be capable of supporting the
resolution, frequency, and sync type being sent by all connected
computer. It is recommended that the KVM monitor be a multi-sync
monitor capable of resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz or better.
The quality of the video depends largely on the type of monitor used,
the KVM cable length and cable type. For cable lengths greater than
20 feet, coax cable must be used. Appendix I. shows the video quality
distance table for different cable types.