Raritan Computer Switch MCC16 MCC4R User Guide

User Manual  
MCC4, MCC8, MCC16  
MCC4R, MCC8R, MCC16R  
MCC8RD, MCC16RD  
Raritan Computer Inc.  
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MCC-0D-E  
June 2004  
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FCC Information  
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 in a commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential environment may cause harmful  
interference.  
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Contents  
Chapter 1: Introduction........................................................................................1  
MasterConsole II Overview........................................................................................................1  
Product Photos...........................................................................................................................1  
Product Features........................................................................................................................2  
Chapter 2: Installation .........................................................................................1  
Getting Started...........................................................................................................................1  
Quick-Start Operation: ...............................................................................................................1  
One-Tier and Two-Tier Configurations.......................................................................................2  
Chapter 3: One-Tier Configuration.......................................................................3  
Installation..................................................................................................................................3  
Configuration..............................................................................................................................5  
Assigning Names and Scan Rates............................................................................................6  
Using MasterConsole II Security Feature ..................................................................................7  
Passwords.........................................................................................................................................7  
Turning Security on/OFF and Changing Passwords:.........................................................................7  
Operation: Using On-Screen User Interface (OSUI) .................................................................8  
Selecting a Computer........................................................................................................................8  
Setting AutoScan...............................................................................................................................9  
Operation: Using Front Panel Buttons .......................................................................................9  
Chapter 4: Two-Tier Configuration.....................................................................11  
Installation................................................................................................................................12  
Install Base Unit (First-Tier) MasterConsole II .................................................................................12  
Connect Second-Tier MasterConsole(s) to the Base Unit...............................................................13  
Connect Computers to Second-Tier MasterConsole(s)...................................................................13  
Configuration............................................................................................................................13  
Assigning Names and Scan Rates..........................................................................................15  
Using MasterConsole II Security Features ..............................................................................17  
Operating MasterConsole II.....................................................................................................17  
Selecting a Computer......................................................................................................................17  
Chapter 5: Remote Access Using Cat5 Reach ..................................................19  
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................21  
Main Unit..................................................................................................................................21  
Desktop Model ................................................................................................................................21  
Rackmount Model............................................................................................................................21  
Rackmount 48 Volt DC Model .........................................................................................................21  
Universal Cable Kits.................................................................................................................21  
Accessories .............................................................................................................................22  
Remote Access Kit...................................................................................................................22  
Appendix B: System Default Settings................................................................23  
Appendix C: On-Screen User Interface Function Keys......................................25  
Appendix D: MasterConsole II Configurations...................................................27  
Programming MasterConsole II at Power Up..........................................................................27  
MasterConsole II Product Design Background and Considerations...............................................27  
Programming MasterConsole II.......................................................................................................27  
MasterConsole II Configuration Diagrams...............................................................................28  
Appendix E: Glossary .........................................................................................31  
Appendix F: Troubleshooting.............................................................................33  
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Table of Figures  
Figure 1 MCC4 – Front and Rear Views ...................................................................................................... 1  
Figure 2 MC8 – Front and Rear Views......................................................................................................... 1  
Figure 3 MCC16 – Front and Rear Views .................................................................................................... 2  
Figure 4 One-Tier Configuration................................................................................................................... 2  
Figure 5 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access)................................................................. 2  
Figure 6 MasterConsole II Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 3  
Figure 7 One-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail ........................................................................................... 3  
Figure 8 Cable Adapters to Convert PS/2 to AT .......................................................................................... 4  
Figure 9 MasterConsole II Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 4  
Figure 10 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights ............................................................................. 4  
Figure 11 Configuration Menu...................................................................................................................... 5  
Figure 12 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (One-Tier).............................................................................. 6  
Figure 13 Administration Menu..................................................................................................................... 7  
Figure 14 Selection Menu (One-Tier, sorted by Channel ID)....................................................................... 8  
Figure 15 MasterConsole II Front Panel ...................................................................................................... 9  
Figure 16 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights ............................................................................. 9  
Figure 17 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access Kit)........................................................ 11  
Figure 18 MasterConsole II Rear Panel..................................................................................................... 12  
Figure 19 Two-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail ....................................................................................... 12  
Figure 20 Configuration Menu (Two-Tier) .................................................................................................. 13  
Figure 21 Device Types.............................................................................................................................. 14  
Figure 22 Device Field................................................................................................................................ 14  
Figure 23 Default MasterConsole II Channel IDs and Names ................................................................... 15  
Figure 24 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Base MasterConole II)........................................................ 15  
Figure 25 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Second-Tier MCC8) ........................................................... 16  
Figure 26 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Base MasterConsole II) .................................................................. 17  
Figure 27 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Second Tier Unit)............................................................................ 17  
Figure 28 Remote Access with Cat5 Reach............................................................................................... 19  
Figure 29 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit.................................................................................. 19  
Figure 30 Basic One-Tier Configurations................................................................................................... 28  
Figure 31 One-Tier with Remote Access Kit .............................................................................................. 28  
Figure 32 Two-Tier Configuration of up to 256 Computers........................................................................ 29  
Figure 33 Two-Tier Configuration with MasterConsole P Model................................................................ 29  
Figure 34 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit.................................................................................. 30  
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION  
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Chapter 1: Introduction  
MasterConsole II Overview  
Raritan's keyboard/video/mouse (KVM) switches are engineered to provide reliable, cost-effective, central  
control of multiple computers. This eliminates the cost and clutter of unnecessary equipment, reclaims  
space, and improves productivity for a host of applications.  
MasterConsole II enables control of any mix of 2 to 256 computers from a single keyboard, monitor, and  
mouse. The MasterConsole II user interface provides simple on-screen control and system management.  
Raritan's unique emulation technology dedicates a keyboard/mouse emulator for each computer to ensure  
that each computer always 'sees' its own keyboard and mouse. This means smooth, flawless switching and  
operation, even when computers are running the most demanding operating systems.  
Product Photos  
Figure 1 MCC4 – Front and Rear Views  
Figure 2 MC8 – Front and Rear Views  
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Figure 3 MCC16 – Front and Rear Views  
Product Features  
MCC Models available for 4, 8, or 16 computers  
“Keep-alive” emulation ensures non-stop computer operation in the event of power loss to the switch  
High-resolution video – 1600 x 1200  
Tangle-proof, double-shielded coaxial cable in lengths from 2 to 30 feet  
On-screen user interface for simple control and system management  
Provision to mix any brand PCs, Macs, Suns, Alphas, RS/6000s, HP9000s, SGIs  
Name assignment availability for quick identification and selection  
Operation from either front panel buttons or hot-keys with on-screen menus  
AutoScan function to view other computers at variable rates  
Cascading from a multi-user MasterConsole MX4  
AutoSkip function provided to bypass inactive channels  
Password Security to ensure authorized access to computers  
Optional Dual Remote access capability with Cat5 Reach  
Compatibility with MasterView-ready MasterConsole P Models (MCPn)  
Two year warranty for parts and labor  
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CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION  
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Chapter 2: Installation  
Getting Started  
MasterConsole II is designed for quick, easy installation and operation. Follow the steps for either one-tier  
or two-tier configuration to be up and running within minutes:  
1. Install MasterConsole II (connect computers).  
2. Configure MasterConsole II.  
3. Assign computer names and set channel-specific scan rates for attached computers.  
4. Turn ON security and change passwords to restrict access to computers connected to MasterConsole II.  
5. Operate using On-Screen User Interface or front panel buttons.  
6. Install optional Cat5 Reach for remote console or satellite unit.  
Quick-Start Operation:  
After you connect computers to your MasterConsole II you may wish to explore MasterConsole II  
operation with the default names and parameters.  
You may operate using the front panel buttons and/or the On-Screen User Interface. To activate On-Screen  
User Interface, press the <Scroll Lock> key twice rapidly. The Selection Menu will appear. To select a  
computer, use the <> (up arrow) /<> (down arrow) keys to highlight the desired channel (computer)  
and press <Enter>or press the desired computer's Key number (located in the left-hand column). To select  
another computer, use front panel buttons or re-activate the On-Screen User Interface.  
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One-Tier and Two-Tier Configurations  
MasterConsole II can be configured in one or two tiers, depending on the number of computers you want to  
control. In a one-tier configuration, only computers are connected to a single MasterConsole II unit. In a  
two-tier configuration, either a computer or another MasterConsole unit is connected to each channel of the  
base MasterConsole II unit.  
Figure 4 One-Tier Configuration  
7’-30’  
7’-30’  
Second Tier  
Second Tier  
7’-30’  
7’-30’  
7’-30’  
Cat 5 Remote  
KVM Model  
Cat 5 Cable  
up to 650’  
Base Tier  
Remote  
Console  
Figure 5 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access)  
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CHAPTER 3: ONE-TIER CONFIGURATION  
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Chapter 3: One-Tier Configuration  
Installation  
1. Shut down and power OFF all computers to be connected to MasterConsole II.  
2. Plug a keyboard, monitor, and mouse into the keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports on the rear panel of  
the MasterConsole II.  
Mouse Port  
Keyboard Port  
Monitor Port  
Figure 6 MasterConsole II Rear Panel  
3. Power ON the MasterConsole II.  
4. Using a universal cable kit (CCPnnU), plug the 25-pin connector into one of the numbered channels on  
the MasterConsole II back panel.  
5. Plug the cable's other connectors into the computer's keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports, using the  
supplied adapters for AT style PCs.  
Figure 7 One-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail  
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Figure 8 Cable Adapters to Convert PS/2 to AT  
6. Power ON the connected computer.  
7. Select the connected computer by pressing the corresponding front panel button. Verify that the  
monitor attached to MasterConsole II displays the video for the connected computer. Use the keyboard  
and mouse attached to MasterConsole II to verify that they operate the connected computer.  
Note: An amber channel light above a numbered channel button on the MasterConsole II  
front panel indicates that the channel is  
active; that is, a computer is connected and  
powered on. A green light above a numbered channel button indicates the currently  
displayed channel.  
Figure 9 MasterConsole II Front Panel  
Figure 10 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights  
8. Repeat steps 4 through 7 to connect the remaining computers to MasterConsole II.  
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Configuration  
The Configuration Menu is used to specify your MasterConsole II configuration and to set/change  
operation parameters.  
1. Activate on-screen user interface by pressing the hot-key (<Scroll Lock> by default) twice rapidly.  
2. Press <F4> to access the Configuration Menu.  
Figure 11 Configuration Menu  
a. The Connected field displays the Channel ID and Name of the currently selected computer.  
b. The Model field displays the model number of this MasterConsole unit.  
3. Use the <Tab> (forward)/<Shift> + <Tab> (backward) keys to highlight the desired field and make  
your changes as follows:  
a. To change Name (default is the unit’s model number): Move to Name and type a name up to five  
characters. This field is used for your identification purposes only.  
b. The Device field specifies the type of device connected to each channel. The default character is  
".", which indicates that the device is a computer. In a one-tier configuration, only a computer may  
be connected to each channel. The Device field settings may be changed when expanding to a  
two-tier configuration.  
c. To turn AutoScan ON/OFF (default is OFF): Move to Scan and press the <>/<> keys to  
toggle. If you exit On-Screen User Interface with AutoScan ON, MasterConsole II will scan  
according to the currently set mode (Individual/Global) and scan rate.  
To change the Global Scan Rate (default is 3 seconds): Move to Set and type a number from  
01 to 99, or press the <>/<> keys to specify the Scan Rate (in seconds) for Global  
AutoScan.  
To change AutoScan mode (default setting is Global): Move to Mode and press the  
<>/<> keys to toggle between Global and Individual. See page 34 for description.  
d. To turn AutoSkip ON/OFF (default is OFF): Move to Skip and press the <>/<> keys to  
toggle. With AutoSkip ON, only active channels can be selected.  
e. To change the ID Display time interval (default is 3 seconds): Move to ID Display and type a  
number from 01 to 99, or press the <>/<> keys to specify the interval (in seconds) you want  
the Channel ID and Name to display when each computer is selected. Type 99 if you want the  
Channel ID and Name to display continuously.  
f. To change the On-Screen User Interface activator (default is <Scroll Lock>): Move to Hot Key  
and press the <>/<> keys to select the desired key. The hot-key can only be <Scroll Lock>  
<Num Lock>, <Caps Lock>, left <Shift> or left <Alt>.  
g. To change the menu Display position: Move to Menu and press the <Enter> key. Then press the  
<>, <>, <>, and <> keys to move the menu vertically and horizontally to the desired  
position. Then press <Esc> or <Enter>.  
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h. To change the channel ID display position: Move to ID and press <Enter>. Then press the <>,  
<>, <>, and <> keys to move the menu vertically and horizontally to the desired position.  
Then press <Esc> or <Enter>.  
i. To turn PowerSave On/Off (default is OFF): Move to Green Mode and press the <>/<> keys  
to toggle. To change the PowerSave delay time (default is 15 minutes): Move to the next field and  
type a number from 01 to 99, or press the <>/<> keys to change the interval (in minutes) of  
inactivity (no keyboard or mouse operation) after which the video signal will be cut off from the  
monitor. This will allow a properly equipped monitor to enter low-energy mode.  
j. To select Previous Channel Toggle (default is <Caps Lock>). This feature enables the user to  
toggle between the previous and current selected channel. Press F4 to display the Configuration  
menu and move the cursor to the Previous Channel Key. Use the <-> or <¯> keys to select the  
key, <Caps Lock>, <Scroll Lock>, <Num Lock>, left <Shift>, or left <Alt> to be used. This  
feature enables the user to switch back to a previous channel by pressing the selected key twice  
rapidly. There is no need to activate the OSUI.  
Note: Select a previous channel key that is not being used as the current hot key  
activator.  
4. To exit the Configuration Menu: Press an appropriate Menu F key to go to another menu, or press  
<Esc> to exit on-screen user interface and return to normal computer operation. Any changes made to  
the Configuration Menu are automatically saved.  
Assigning Names and Scan Rates  
You may assign meaningful names to quickly and easily identify and select connected computers. By  
default, the channel name is PC00aa (where aa is the channel ID number) and the Channel-Specific Scan  
Rate is 3 seconds.  
1. Activate On-Screen User Interface.  
2. Press <F3> to access the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu.  
Figure 12 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (One-Tier)  
3. Use the <Tab>, <Shift+Tab> or <>/<> keys to move the cursor to the line you want to edit. Use  
<>/<> to move within a line.  
a. To change the Name: Type up to 8 characters (no spaces).  
b. To change the Channel-Specific Scan Rate (default is 3 seconds): Type a number from 00 to 99  
(seconds). When the AutoScan Mode in the Configuration Menu is set to Individual, these  
Channel-Specific Scan Rates are enabled. If the AutoScan mode is set to Global, the global value  
will be used.  
4. When you move to a different page or exit this Menu, you are prompted to save your changes. Press  
<Y> to save.  
5. To exit the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu: Press any Menu F key to go to another menu, or press  
<Esc> to go to the Selection Menu.  
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Note: If your MasterConsole II is a 16-channel model, MCC16, use the <Page  
Up>/<Page Down> keys to view the next or previous group of eight channels.  
Using MasterConsole II Security Feature  
You can restrict access to MasterConsole II. The Administration Menu is used to turn security on/OFF and  
to change the Administrator's Password and the five authorized user passwords. Up to six passwords can be  
defined - one Administration Password and five User Passwords.  
Note: If security is ON, and the system remains idle (no keyboard, mouse, or front panel  
operation for a time interval set by the user-default is 15 minutes), the next user must  
enter a user password to establish access. By default, MasterConsole II operates with  
security OFF.  
Passwords  
Only the Administrator's password provides access to the Administration Menu, which is accessed to turn  
security on/off and to change passwords. If you use the security feature, be sure to record and store  
passwords where they will be handy to you and other authorized users.  
MasterConsole II is delivered with system default passwords. They are:  
USER  
Admin  
User 1  
User 2  
User 3  
User 4  
User 5  
PASSWORD  
Raritan  
111  
222  
333  
444  
555  
Turning Security on/OFF and Changing Passwords:  
1. Activate On-Screen User Interface.  
2. Press <F5> to access the Administration Password prompt.  
3. Type in the Administration Password and press the <Enter> key.  
4. The Administration Menu will be displayed.  
Figure 13 Administration Menu  
5. Use the <Tab> key to move the cursor forward or use the <Shift-Tab> key combination to move the  
cursor back to the desired field and make your changes as follows:  
a. To turn Security ON/OFF (default is OFF): Press the <>/<> keys to toggle.  
b. To change Security activation delay time (default is 15 minutes). Move to the Time Out field, then  
type a number from 01 to 99, or use the <>/<> keys to specify a time interval. If the system  
will remains inactive (no keyboard or mouse operation) for this time interval, the next user is  
required to enter a password to access the MasterConsole II.  
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c. To change the Administration Password: Move to Change Passwords, where Admin will be  
highlighted. Press the <Enter> key and type a new password (up to eight alphanumeric characters,  
no spaces). Press <Enter>. Confirm the password by typing it again. Press <Enter>.  
d. To change a User Password, press the <Tab> key to highlight one of the desired Users. Press  
<Enter>. Type a new password (up to eight alphanumeric characters, no spaces). Press <Enter>.  
Confirm the password by typing it again. Press <Enter>. Repeat this process for the remaining  
four Users, pressing the <Tab> key to move from one User field to the next. You can specify up  
to five User Passwords.  
e. To change the type of keyboard, press the <Tab> key to highlight Language Mode field. Press  
<>/<> to select English, German, or French.  
6. To exit the Administration Menu: Press any Menu F (function #) key to go to another menu or press  
<Esc> to exit on-screen user interface and return to normal computer operation.  
Operation: Using On-Screen User Interface (OSUI)  
Selecting a Computer  
1. Activate on-screen user interface by pressing the hot-key twice rapidly.  
a. AutoScan is suspended, if set.  
b. MasterConsole II front panel buttons are disabled.  
c. The Selection Menu is displayed.  
Figure 14 Selection Menu (One-Tier, sorted by Channel ID)  
2. The Selection Menu lists channels sorted either by Channel ID or alphabetically by Name. Default  
sorting is by Channel ID. Press <F12> to toggle between Channel ID and alphabetical.  
a. The Selection Menu displays a maximum of eight channels at a time.  
b. The Status column shows each channel's activity and Channel-Specific Scan Rate. A "+" in the  
first column indicates a device is connected and powered ON, while a "-" indicates the device is  
powered OFF or there is no device connected. "Snn" indicates the Channel-Specific Scan Rate of  
nn seconds. (default is 3 seconds).  
c. As the computer status changes (active/inactive), the MCC updates the Status column periodically.  
To enable a user to see the new status immediately, activate the OSUI and press F8-Upgrade  
Computer Status. The MCC will scan the channels and update the computer status and then return  
to the previous menu.  
d. For any inactive channel, the ID bar will display only the channel ID and not the name field, when  
sorted by channel and will not display anything when sorted by name-F12 toggle.  
e. The non-displayed names are still available in the MCC internal database and can be edited with  
the F3 function.  
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3. To select a computer:  
Use the <Page Up>/<Page Down> or <>/<> keys to highlight the desired computer and  
press <Enter>  
OR  
OR  
When the Selection Menu is sorted by Channel ID, press the desired computer's Key number  
(shown in the left-hand column);  
When the Selection Menu is sorted by name (arranged alphabetically), use the <Page  
Up>/<Page Down> or <>/<> keys, or type the first character(s) of the desired Name to  
quickly jump to the Name that most closely matches what you type. To back up a character,  
press the <Backspace> key. Highlight the desired computer, and press <Enter>.  
a. When you select a computer, you automatically return to normal computer operation at the  
selected computer.  
b. The light above the selected Channel button turns from amber to green, and the monitor displays  
video from the selected computer.  
c. The Channel ID and Name will be displayed on the monitor for the time interval specified in the  
Configuration Menu.  
d. Press <Home> at any time to return to the first page of the Configuration Menu (for 16-channel or  
two-tier systems).  
Note: See Appendix X for a list of other Function Keys and how to use them.  
Setting AutoScan  
AutoScan activation shortcut: Activate the On-Screen User Interface and press the <F6> Key. The green  
light next to the <Scan> button on the front panel will be ON and the unit will scan according to the  
parameters set in the Configuration Menu.  
Operation: Using Front Panel Buttons  
When the on-screen user interface is not activated, you can operate MasterConsole II from the front panel.  
The front panel has a [Scan] button, a [Skip] button, and a series of numbered buttons used to select  
channels and to set the Global scan rate.  
Figure 15 MasterConsole II Front Panel  
Figure 16 MasterConsole II Front Panel Channel Lights  
1. To select a computer:  
a. Be sure the green light next to the [Scan] button is OFF (toggle ON/OFF).  
b. Press the numbered button corresponding to desired channel.  
c. The light above the selected Channel button turns green, video from the selected computer  
displays on screen and you may now operate the selected computer.  
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d. The Channel ID and Name will be displayed on the screen for the time interval specified in the  
Configuration Menu.  
2. To activate AutoScan, press the [Scan] button (toggle ON/OFF) The green light next to the [Scan]  
button will be ON and the unit will scan according to the parameters set in the Configuration Menu. If  
the AutoScan Mode is set to Individual, AutoScan will occur at the Channel-Specific Scan Rates as  
defined in the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu.  
3. To change the scan rate, while AutoScan is ON, press the numbered button corresponding to the  
desired Scan Rate located above the front panel channel light to set the Global Scan Rate. If the Scan  
Mode in the Configuration Menu had been previously set to Individual, it will be reset to Global after  
the front panel button is pressed.  
4. To activate AutoSkip, press the [Skip] button (toggle ON/OFF). The green light next to the [Skip]  
button will be ON and only active channels will be selected.  
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Chapter 4: Two-Tier Configuration  
You may cascade MasterConsole II units to create a two-tier configuration. In a two-tier configuration, a  
mix of devices – computers and MasterConsoles – may be connected to the channels of the first tier-  
referred to as the base MasterConsole II.  
The second-tier MasterConsole may be any combination of MasterConsole IIs, or MasterConsole P Models,  
which may be banked. Only computers may be connected to the channels of the any second-tier  
MasterConsole.  
Figure 17 Two-Tier Configuration (with optional Remote Access Kit)  
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Installation  
Install Base Unit (First-Tier) MasterConsole II  
1. Plug the keyboard, monitor, and mouse into the keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports on the  
MasterConsole II back panel.  
Mouse Port  
Keyboard Port  
Monitor Port  
Figure 18 MasterConsole II Rear Panel  
Figure 19 Two-Tier Configuration Cabling Detail  
2. Power on the MasterConsole II base unit.  
3. Connect computers to any Channels on the base MasterConsole II back panel.  
a. Shut down and power off all computers to be connected to the base MasterConsole II.  
b. Using a Universal cable kit (CCPnnU), plug the 25-pin connector into one of the numbered  
Channels on the base MasterConsole II back panel.  
c. Plug the cable's other connectors into the computer's keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports. Use  
supplied adapters for AT style PCs.  
d. Power ON the connected computer.  
e. Select the connected computer by pressing the corresponding front panel button. Verify that the  
monitor attached to MasterConsole II displays the video for the connected computer. Use the  
keyboard and mouse attached to the base MasterConsole II to verify that they operate the  
connected computer.  
f. Repeat steps 3.a through 3.e to connect additional computers to the base MasterConsole II.  
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Connect Second-Tier MasterConsole(s) to the Base Unit  
1. Connect MasterConsole(s) to any Channel(s) of the base MasterConsole II.  
a. Using a Universal cable kit (CCPnnU), plug the 25-pin connector into one of the numbered  
Channels on the base MasterConsole II back panel.  
b. Plug the cable's other connectors into the Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse ports of the second-tier  
MasterConsole II or MasterConsole P Model.  
c. Power on the MasterConsole unit according to the following instructions:  
Note: All second-tier MasterConsole P Models must be MasterView ready. To determine  
if your P Model does have this feature, check the white label on the bottom of the unit *.  
This label shows the unit's level and style of firmware: MDSP-nnn. If it is MDSP-1AC or  
higher (MDSP-1AD, etc.), the unit is MasterView ready. If not, you need to upgrade. Call  
Raritan Technical Support for details.  
IMPORTANT: For MasterConsole II, the unit must be programmed as a second-tier unit.  
(The default setting is first-tier) To program any MasterConsole II as a second-tier unit,  
power ON while pressing the Channel #2 button on the front panel and hold for 3 seconds.  
When the unit is programmed as a second-tier unit, the LED on the far right of the unit's  
front panel (2ND) will be lit continuously. Note: Any unit can be re-programmed to be a  
first-tier unit by pressing the Channel #1 button on the front panel during a subsequent  
power ON process.  
For MasterConsole P Model: Turn the power switch on.  
1. Repeat steps 4a through 4c to connect additional second-tier MasterConsole units to the base  
MasterConsole II.  
2. For second-tier units located more than 30 feet away from the base unit, see Remote Access Using  
Cat5 Reach, page 25.  
Connect Computers to Second-Tier MasterConsole(s)  
Connect computers to the channels of second-tier MasterConsole(s).  
1. Follow Steps 3a through 3f to connect the computers to each second-tier MasterConsole II.  
2. For MasterConsole P Models, follow installation instructions in the P Model manual.  
Configuration  
The Configuration Menu is used to specify your base MasterConsole II configuration and to set/change  
parameters for operation.  
1. Activate on-screen user interface by pressing the hot-key (<Scroll Lock> by default) twice rapidly.  
2. Press <F4> to access the Configuration Menu.  
Figure 20 Configuration Menu (Two-Tier)  
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a. The Connected field displays the Channel ID and Name of the currently selected computer.  
b. The Model field displays the model number of this MasterConsole unit (MCCn).  
3. Use the <Tab> (forward)/<Shift-Tab> (backward) keys to select the desired field and make your  
change as follows:  
a. To change Name (default is the unit's model number): Move to Name and type a name up to five  
characters. This field is used for your identification purposes only.  
b. The Device field specifies the type of device computer or MasterConsole connected to each  
channel of the base MasterConsole II unit. <Tab> to the Device field. You must specify the  
device for each channel  
The Device field consists of a sequence of characters equal to the channel capacity of the base unit. The  
leftmost character corresponds to the unit's channel 1, while the rightmost character corresponds to the  
highest channel number.  
.(dot) =  
computer (default)  
For non-computers, define the Device as  
follows:  
a
b
c
d
x
y
z
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
MCP2  
MCP4  
MCP8  
MCP16  
MCC4, MCS4, MCX4  
MCC8, MCS8, MCX8  
MCC16, MCX16  
Figure 21 Device Types  
Figure 22 Device Field  
For example, the y . . . . c . . Device field indicates the following: an 8-channel MasterConsole II MCC8  
model is connected to the first channel on the base MasterConsole II, an 8-channel MasterConsole P Model  
is connected to the sixth channel, and computers are connected (or to be connected) to all other channels.  
Note: If you specify a MasterConsole P Model, a pop-up box will prompt for banking  
information.  
See One-Tier Configuration for instructions on setting/changing other operational parameters (AutoScan,  
AutoSkip, ID Display, hot-key, Menu Display, PowerSave).  
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Assigning Names and Scan Rates  
When you specify non-computer devices (MasterConsole units) connected to base MasterConsole II  
channels, these devices are automatically assigned default names in the base MasterConsole II Selection  
Menu. In addition, since computers can be connected to each channel of a second-tier MasterConsole, a  
page is automatically created for each second-tier MasterConsole in the Selection Menu, listing Channel  
IDs with default names for each channel. These names may be changed using the Edit Names and Scan  
Rate Menu.  
The following are the MasterConsole II default Channel ID and Names for connected devices in a two-tier  
configuration.  
Figure 23 Default MasterConsole II Channel IDs and Names  
To change Names and/or Channel-Specific Scan Rates:  
1. Activate On-Screen User Interface.  
2. Press <F3> to access the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu.  
Figure 24 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Base MasterConole II)  
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Figure 25 Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu (Second-Tier MCC8)  
3. Use the <Tab>, <Shift-Tab> or <>/<> keys to move the cursor to the line you want to edit. Use  
<>/<> to move within a line.  
Note: Because you have specified a two-tier configuration, use the <Page Up>/<Page  
Down> keys to view the next or previous group of up to eight channels.  
a. To change the Name of a second tier MasterConsole Device in the base unit channel list: Type up  
to seven alphanumeric characters (no spaces). The "/" (backslash) first character cannot be  
changed.  
b. To change the Name of any computer connected to either the base unit or second-tier  
MasterConsole, type up to eight alphanumeric characters (no spaces).  
c. To change the Channel-Specific scan Rate for any highlighted channel (default is 3 seconds):  
Type a number from 00 to 99 (in seconds). When the AutoScan Mode in the Configuration Menu  
is set to Individual, these Channel-Specific Scan Rates are enabled. If the AutoScan mode is set to  
Global, the global scan rate will be used.  
4. When you move to a different page or exit this Menu, you are prompted to save your changes. Press  
<Y> to save.  
5. To exit the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu: Press any Menu F key to go to another menu, or press  
<Esc> to go to the Selection Menu.  
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Using MasterConsole II Security Features  
Follow instructions for Security in Using MasterConsole II’s Security Feature (One-Tier).  
Important: You must use the On-Screen User Interface to operate a two-tier configuration.  
There is no front panel operation available.  
Operating MasterConsole II  
Selecting a Computer  
1. Activate On-Screen User Interface.  
a. AutoScan is suspended, if set.  
b. MasterConsole II front panel buttons are disabled.  
c. The Selection Menu is displayed.  
Figure 26 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Base MasterConsole II)  
Figure 27 Selection Menu (Two-Tier, Second Tier Unit)  
2. The Selection Menu lists channels sorted either by Channel ID or alphabetically by Name. Default  
sorting is by Channel ID. Press <F12> to toggle.  
a. The Selection Menu displays a maximum of eight channels at a time.  
b. The Status column shows each channel's activity and Channel-Specific Scan Rate. A “+”in the  
base unit's Selection Menu indicates the device is connected and powered ON, while a “–”  
indicates the device is powered OFF, or there is no device connected. A “.” in the Status column  
of the second-tier Selection Menu indicates that the status of the computer is undetermined. Snn  
indicates the individual Scan Rate of nn seconds.  
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c. As the computer status changes (active/inactive), the MCC updates the Status column periodically.  
To enable a user to see the new status immediately, activate the OSUI and press F8-Upgrade  
Computer Status. The MCC will scan the channels and update the computer status and then return  
to the previous menu.  
d. For any inactive channel, the ID bar will display only the channel ID and not the name field, when  
sorted by channel and will not display anything when sorted by name-F12 toggle.  
e. The non-displayed names are still available in the MCC internal database and can be edited with  
the F3 function.  
3. To select a computer:  
Use the <Page Up>/<Page Down> or <>/<> keys to scroll to the desired computer and  
press <Enter>  
OR  
OR  
When the Selection Menu is sorted by Channel ID, press the desired computer's Key number  
(in the left-hand column)  
a. When the Selection Menu is sorted by name, use the <Page Up>/<Page Down> or <>/<>  
keys, or type the first character(s) of the desired Name to quickly jump to a Name that most  
closely matches what you type. To back up a character, press the <Backspace> key. Highlight the  
desired computer, and press <Enter>.  
b. When you select a computer, you automatically return to normal computer operation at the  
selected computer.  
c. The light above the selected Channel button turns green, and the monitor displays video from the  
selected computer.  
d. The Channel ID and Name will display on the monitor for the time interval specified in the  
Configuration Menu.  
e. Press <Home> at any time to return to the first channel on the first page of the Selection Menu.  
Press <End> at any time to advance to the last channel on the last page of the Selection Menu.  
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Chapter 5: Remote Access Using Cat5 Reach  
Raritan's Cat5 Reach can be used to extend the user console up to 650 feet away. Please see the Cat5 Reach  
manual for installation procedure. The MasterConsole II with Cat5 Reach provides:  
Dual Remote User Console: Remote access point to a base MasterConsole II, plus a local user console.  
Figure 28 Remote Access with Cat5 Reach  
Satellite Unit: Second-tier MasterConsole located more than 30 feet from the base unit.  
Figure 29 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit  
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APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS  
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Appendix A: Specifications  
Main Unit  
Desktop Model  
MCC4 (4–channel model)  
MCC8 (8–channel model)  
MCC16 (16–channel model)  
Power  
10.55”(W) x 9”(D) x 1.75”(H)  
2.0 kg (4.5 lbs.)  
2.8 kg (6.1 lbs.)  
3.8 kg (8.4 lbs.)  
15.4”(W) x 9”(D) x 1.75”(H)  
15.4”(W) x 9”(D) x 3.5”(H)  
115V/230V (Auto Sensing)  
60 Hz / 50 Hz  
0.2A/0.1A  
Rackmount Model  
MCC4R (4–channel model)  
MCC8R (8–channel model)  
MCC16R (16–channel model)  
Power  
19”(W) x 9”(D) x 1.75”(H)  
19”(W) x 9”(D) x 1.75”(H)  
19”(W) x 9”(D) x 3.5”(H)  
115V/230V (Auto Sensing)  
60 Hz / 50 Hz  
3.0 kg (6.66 lbs.)  
3.77 kg (8.37 lbs.)  
4.8 kg (10.66 lbs.)  
0.2A/0.1A  
Rackmount 48 Volt DC Model  
MCC8RD (8–channel model)  
MCC16RD (16–channel model)  
Power  
19”(W) x 9”(D) x 1.75”(H)  
2.97 kg (6.6 lbs.)  
19”(W) x 9”(D) x 3.5”(H)  
48Volt DC +/-0.3A  
4.52 kg (10.05 lbs.)  
3W3 male connector  
Pin out A1 (G), A2 (-), A3 (+)  
0–50°C (32–122°F)  
Operating Temp.  
Universal Cable Kits  
For each PS/2 Computer (VGA Video, PS/2 K/B, PS/2 Mouse) and AT Computer (VGA Video, AT K/B,  
Serial Mouse)  
Part No.  
CCP06U  
CCP20U  
CCP40U  
CCP60U  
CCP90U  
Length  
Connectors  
2’ (0.6 M)  
6.5’ (2 M)  
13’ (3 M)  
20’ (6 M)  
30’ (9 M)  
DB25(M) to HD15(M), 2x mini-DIN6(M)  
DB25(M) to HD15(M), 2x mini-DIN6(M)  
DB25(M) to HD15(M), 2x mini-DIN6(M)  
DB25(M) to HD15(M), 2x mini-DIN6(M)  
DB25(M) to HD15(M), 2x mini-DIN6(M)  
Each Universal Cable Kit comes with 2 Adapters for AT keyboard and serial mouse: (1) DIN 6F to DIN  
5M, and (1) DIN 6F to DB9F  
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Accessories  
RMCS4 (for 4–channel model)  
RMCS8 (for 8–channel model)  
19” Rack Mount Bracket – 1U  
19” Rack Mount Bracket – 1U  
RMCS16 (for 16–channel model) 19” Rack Mount Bracket – 2U  
PCE60  
20’ (6 M) Extension Cable for Keyboard, Video, and Mouse  
35’ (11 M) Extension Cable for Keyboard, Video, and Mouse  
PCE110  
Remote Access Kit  
See Cat5 Reach Specification Sheet for complete details.  
UKVM (Dual Transmitter for Category 5 UTP cable)  
Dimensions  
4.3" (W) x 3.6"(D) x 1.0" (H)  
108mm (W) x 91mm (D) x 23mm (H)  
0.5 lbs (0.2 kg)  
Weight  
Power  
No external power required  
6 pin k/b & mouse, HD15  
User Port (local access)  
Connection to PC/switch  
Cable kit CCP06U or CCP10E included  
URKVM (Receiver for Category 5 UTP cable)  
Dimensions  
4.3" (W) x 3.6"(D) x 1.0" (H)  
108mm (W) x 91mm (D) x 23mm (H)  
0.5 lbs (0.2 kg)  
Weight  
Power  
6V DC input (Adapter included)  
6 pin k/b & mouse, HD15  
User Port (remote access)  
Note: Category 5 UTP cable with RJ45 connectors must conform to EIA/TIA T568B  
Category 5 wiring standard.  
For highest quality video at distances greater than 200', Category 5 UTP Enhanced (350Mhz bandwidth)  
cable is recommended.  
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Appendix B: System Default Settings  
FUNCTION  
Administration Password  
AutoScan  
SETTING  
raritan (case sensitive)  
OFF  
AutoScan mode  
Global  
AutoSkip  
OFF  
Channel-Specific Scan Rate  
Device  
3 seconds  
“.” (computer devices)  
3 seconds  
Global Scan Rate  
Hot Key  
<ScrollLock> <ScrollLock>  
3 seconds  
ID Display Interval  
MasterConsole II unit configuration  
PowerSave  
First tier  
OFF  
PowerSave delay time (Green Mode)  
Remote Time Out interval  
Security  
15 minutes  
3 seconds  
OFF  
Security activation delay time  
Selection Menu sorting  
User password  
15 minutes  
Channel ID  
User 1-111  
User 2-222  
User 3-333  
User 4-444  
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Appendix C: On-Screen User Interface Function  
Keys  
Use the following Function Keys while using On-Screen User Interface:  
PRESS...  
WHEN YOU WANT TO...  
Go to the Help Menu; get a list of all the Function keys  
Go to the Selection Menu; view the list of channels or select a channel  
<F1>  
<F2>  
<F3>  
Go to the Edit Names and Scan Rate Menu; change channel Names or Individual Scan  
Rates  
<F4>  
Go to the Configuration Menu; change operating parameters (on-screen user interface,  
Menu position, ID position, Global / Individual Scanning, AutoScan OFF/ON, scan rate,  
AutoSkip OFF/ON, Hot Key, duration of ID display)  
<F5>  
<F6>  
Go to the Administration Menu; turn Security ON/OFF, change User Passwords  
Exit On-Screen User Interface and turn ON AutoScan  
<Alt>+<F6> Exit On-Screen User Interface and turn OFF AutoScan  
<F7> Exit On-Screen User Interface and turn ON AutoSkip  
<Alt>+<F7> Exit On-Screen User Interface and turn OFF AutoSkip  
<F12>  
<Esc>  
Toggle Selection Menu sorting (by Name or Channel ID)  
Exit on-screen user interface and return to normal computer operation at the last channel  
selected. If SCAN is set ON, the system will AutoScan according to parameters set in the  
Configuration Menu  
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Appendix D: MasterConsole II Configurations  
Programming MasterConsole II at Power Up  
MasterConsole II Product Design Background and Considerations  
User connection and operation of MasterConsole II is through the unit's local KVM port (marked  
Keyboard, Monitor, Mouse - Din 6F,HD15F, Din 6F) on the back panel of each MasterConsole II.  
For operation, a console-keyboard, monitor and mouse-plugs into the local KVM port. MasterConsole  
II includes front panel buttons as well as an integrated On-Screen User Interface for switching and  
other operations.  
The On-Screen User Interface is activated through a console keyboard and facilitates operation of  
MasterConsole II with on-screen menus and commands.  
In a one-tier configuration, the console operates the all connected computers. The KVM port is called  
first-tier ports, which means that they have an active On-Screen User Interface for console operation.  
In a two-tier configuration, one or more MasterConsole II second-tier units are cascaded from the base  
unit. This is accomplished by connecting MasterConsole II computer cable from the base unit to the  
KVM port of the second-tier unit. The base unit's local KVM port and remote access port are first-tier  
ports with an active On-Screen User Interface; and the base unit's on-screen menus include the names  
of all the computers accessible from the base unit's console. This way, the base unit's console can  
access and operate all MasterConsole II units and all connected computers. For proper operation, the  
user must see only the base units On-Screen User Interface menus from the base unit console. To  
accomplish this, the On-Screen User Interface at the port by which the second-tier unit is connected  
must be deactivated, so that the base unit console can access and operate all connected computers. A  
port with a deactivated On-Screen User Interface and is called a second-tier port.  
Programming MasterConsole II  
Each MasterConsole II is programmed at the factory as a base tier unit. To modify the factory setting, a  
MasterConsole II unit can be programmed as a second-tier unit by holding down the #2 button on the front  
panel at power up for a minimum of 3 seconds.  
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MasterConsole II Configuration Diagrams  
Basic MasterConsole II One-Tier Configurations  
Figure 30 Basic One-Tier Configurations  
MasterConsole II Two-Tier Configuration with Remote Access Kit  
Figure 31 One-Tier with Remote Access Kit  
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MasterConsole II Two-Tier Configuration  
Figure 32 Two-Tier Configuration of up to 256 Computers  
MasterConsole II Two-Tier Configuration with MasterConsole P Model  
Figure 33 Two-Tier Configuration with MasterConsole P Model  
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MasterConsole II Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit  
Figure 34 Two-Tier Configuration with Satellite Unit  
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Appendix E: Glossary  
TERM  
DEFINITION  
Administration Menu  
Administration Password  
AutoScan  
Used to restrict access to MasterConsole II; toggle Security ON/OFF and to  
change Administrator’s Password and up to five User Passwords.  
The only Password with access to the Administration Menu, through the  
Administration password prompt.  
When activated, MasterConsole II automatically cycles through channels,  
displaying each computer’s video for a specified period.  
AutoSkip  
Base Unit  
When activated, channel selection is restricted to active channels.  
MasterConsole II unit to which devices (computers and / or other  
MasterConsoles) are connected in a two-tier configuration.  
Channel  
The 25-pin connector by which a device is connected to MasterConsole II.  
Active: A channel is active when a powered ON device is connected to it.  
Inactive: A channel is inactive when there is no device connected to it, or if  
the connected device is powered OFF.  
Channel ID  
The specific Channel number to which a device is connected.  
Configuration  
One-Tier: Computers are connected to a single MasterConsole II unit.  
Two-Tier: A mix of devices (computers and MasterConsole units) is  
connected to a base MasterConsole unit.  
Configuration Menu  
Device  
Used to specify MasterConsole II configuration and operation parameters.  
A computer or a MasterConsole unit connected to a MasterConsole II  
channel.  
Device Field  
In the Configuration Menu, specifies the type of device connected to each  
channel of a base MasterConsole II unit.  
Edit Names and Scan Rate Channel-Specific Scan Rates.  
Menu  
Green Mode  
A field in the Configuration Menu used to toggle the PowerSave feature  
ON/OFF.  
Hot Key  
Used to activate On-Screen User Interface. (To activate On-Screen User  
Interface, press the hot-key twice rap  
ID Display  
Key  
The display shown on the monitor to identify the currently selected channel  
Left-hand column in the Selection Menu; lists the key numbers (a sequence  
of numbers) for the channels listed on that page. To quickly select a channel,  
press its Key number when the Selection Menu is displayed.  
KVM Port  
The Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse connectors on the back of the  
MasterConsole II unit.  
Menu  
An On-Screen User Interface display.  
Menu F Keys  
Function keys used to access On-Screen User Interface menus while On-  
Screen User Interface is activated.  
Mode  
Name  
Field in the Configuration Menu; can be set to either Global or Individual.  
See also Scan Rate.  
A user-assigned label (up to eight characters) for a device connected to a  
MasterConsole II channel.  
On-Screen User Interface Series of Menus displayed on the monitor that can be used, through  
(OSUI)  
keystrokes, to operate MasterConsole II. All keystrokes are captured and  
interpreted as MasterConsole II commands.  
PowerSave  
Allows a properly equipped monitor to operate in low-energy mode.  
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TERM  
DEFINITION  
Remote Console  
Keyboard, monitor, and mouse plugged into the Remote access kit.  
Cat5 Remote KVM Module: Optional Remote Unit that connects to the  
MasterConsole II to provide additional access to connected computers up to  
650' away using Cat5 UTP Cable.  
Cat5 Remote KVM Port: The Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse ports on the  
back of the Cat5 Remote KVM Module unit.  
Satellite Unit  
Scan  
Second-tier MasterConsole II located more than 30 feet from the base unit  
and connected through its Remote Access Kit.  
Front panel button and On-Screen User Interface function used to activate  
AutoScan.  
Scan Rate  
The duration (in seconds) a channel’s computer is to remain displayed on the  
monitor when AutoScan is activated.  
Global Scan Rate: Scan rate is the same for all computers, if the Mode field  
in the Configuration Menu is set to Global.  
Channel-Specific (Individual) Scan Rate:: Scan rate specified for each  
computer during the Scan cycle, if the Mode field in the Configuration Menu  
is set to Individual. Channel-specific scan rates can be set in the Edit Names  
and Scan Rate Menu.  
Security  
When activated, and the system remains idle for a period of time, the next  
user must enter an authorized User Password to establish access.  
Selection Menu  
Sorting  
Used to select a computer.  
Order of the channels listed in Selection Menu; either by Channel ID or by  
Name.  
Time Out  
the length of time that the system can remain idle (that is, since the last  
keyboard/mouse or front panel operation) before the next user must enter an  
authorized User Password to establish access.  
User Password  
Enables access to the system after Time Out.  
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Appendix F: Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
No power.  
a. Check power cord.  
b. Make sure power switch is turned ON.  
c. Check cable connection from PC to MasterConsole II.  
No video display for one or a. Check video cable’s connection to the PC.  
all computers.  
b. Check the monitor and PC: Turn off power to MasterConsole and the PCs.  
Connect the monitor to the PC directly, boot the PC, and make sure the  
monitor has the proper display. If it does not, the problem is either with your  
PC, or the monitor is not compatible with your PC. If it does display,  
continue to Troubleshooting #3.  
The  
monitor  
cannot a. The monitor probably does not match the video outputs. If the monitor is a  
correctly display the video single mode type VGA, all PCs must have the same type of video output.  
output from some of the  
PCs.  
b. (Note: this problem occurs most often with some IBM PS/2s and IBM  
63xx, 85xx, and 95xx monitors.) The intelligent type display card outputs  
video signals based on the monitor ID-pin setting in the connector of the  
monitor cable. If the ID-pin setting is correct, the monitor at MasterConsole  
may have no display, become monochrome instead of color, or become  
unstable. If this is the case, you will need to provide a proper ID-pattern to  
the display card. Call Raritan Computer for help if necessary.  
All PCs powered up a. Make sure the keyboard is connected firmly into MasterConsole II.  
without keyboard error, but Disconnect and reconnect keyboard.  
the  
keyboard  
at  
b. Replace keyboard. (MasterConsole II allows hot re-connection of  
keyboard at its Keyboard port.)  
MasterConsole II has no  
control (cannot input to any  
PC).  
c. In a two-tier configuration, check that the MasterConsole II with the  
keyboard connected is the base unit.  
Repeated “KB ERROR" at a. The keyboard cable from the PC to MasterConsole II is loose. Secure the  
power-up of PC.  
connection and power up the PC again.  
b. If the problem occurs after MasterConsole II has been installed for a  
period of time, and occurs on PCs that have previously worked with  
MasterConsole II , then some components are out of order. Verify that the  
PC works with the keyboard when connected directly. Then contact your  
dealer or Raritan Computer for service.  
After a period of trouble- a. The most likely cause of the problem is either a voltage "spike" (increase)  
free  
keyboard  
operation,  
attached  
the or a "brown out" (decrease) in the power supply, which would cause the  
to microprocessors in MasterConsole II to malfunction. A short-term solution  
MasterConsole II locks to the problem is to try to recover operation by turning the MasterConsole II  
(unable  
to  
input power switch off and on. Then, if necessary, restart all PCs. The long-term  
keystrokes)  
when  
a
method of avoiding this problem is to power MasterConsole from a UPS.  
particular PC is selected,  
but works normally when  
other PCs are selected.  
b. Check keyboard connection.  
Repeated  
INSTALLATION  
"MOUSE a. The mouse cable from the PC to MasterConsole II is loose. Secure the  
connection and power up again.  
FAILURE" at power-up of  
PC.  
b. If the problem only occurs to new PCs which are being added to the  
system, the firmware in the KVM (MasterConsole II internal mouse  
emulator) may need to be upgraded to a later version to be compatible with  
newer PCs. Contact your dealer or Raritan Computer for Service.  
After a period of trouble- a. Try to identify if the problem is originating from the PC by reconnecting  
free operation, the mouse the PC to a different channel with a different cable. Then power up the PC. If  
attached to MasterConsole the problem is not with the cable or with the specific channel, then connect  
II locks (unable to control the mouse directly to the PC. If the problem persists, then the PC's mouse  
mouse functions) when a port is out of order. Otherwise, contact your dealer or Raritan Computer.  
particular PC is selected,  
but works normally when  
b. If the problem occurs after MasterConsole II has been installed for a  
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PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
other PCs are selected.  
period of time, and occurs to PCs that have previously worked with  
MasterConsole II, then some components are out of order. Contact your  
dealer or Raritan Computer for service.  
Unit does not operate in Replace keyboard. On-Screen User Interface works only with PS/2 or  
On-Screen User Interface.  
extended AT style keyboards.  
Unable to select channel.  
Scan function is active; press the Scan button once to toggle Scan OFF so the  
light next to the button is off.  
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