ADDERView RDX 5000IP Manual

							AdderView RDX Rack Drawer
User Guide
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SECT 1
Contents
Welcome
Introduction ........................................................................\
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Standard items ........................................................................\
.....3
Additional items ........................................................................\
..3
Installation
Suitable mounting locations .......................................................4
Mounting the rack drawer ..........................................................4
Connecting the rack drawer .......................................................5
The EXTernal link (network or remote user) .........................5
Computer access module links  ..............................................5
Power connection ...................................................................6
Initial configuration ....................................................................7
Operation
Opening and closing the rack drawer ........................................8
Operating the rack drawer .........................................................9
The screen controls .................................................................9
Using the OSD menu ..............................................................9
Selecting server channels .....................................................10
Further information
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Screen specifications..................................................................11
Getting assistance ......................................................................11
Warranty ........................................................................\
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Safety information ....................................................................12
Radio frequency energy ............................................................13   
						

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SECT 2
Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the AdderView RDX Rack Drawer which combines 
screen, keyboard, mouse and sixteen port KVM switching while occupying o\
nly 
a single rack slot. The screen and keyboard slide out to provide quick a\
ccess to 
all systems when working in the server room. All models also facilitate \
either 
remote or global access for authorised users who are away from the serve\
r 
room.
All KVM links to servers are made using Adder Computer Access Modules 
(CAMs) that attach to the rack drawer rear panel via standard CATx cab\
les. 
These make installation straightforward while ensuring that all cabling \
remains 
neat and uncluttered. 
Certain sections of this manual refer to other Adder user guides for det\
ails about 
the KVM module fitted within your rack drawer. These other guides are \
stored 
on the CD-ROM supplied with your rack drawer and are also available on t\
he 
Adder website. 
Carry handle to release the two-point lock
Clear LCD display screen
Switch for screen auto power off
Keyboard and mouse touchpad
Display control panel
KVM switch with connections at the rear
INDOOR
USE ONL Y
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11 2
10 1
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COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
OPTIONS
12V
5AEXT1ON2
Power input socket
Config switchesReserved for future use - ensure that both are in the up (off) position.
Reserved
Network or remote extender portFunction is determined by the  model of KVM module.
The green indicator is on  when power is applied.
The amber indicator is  reserved for future use.  
Options portUsed for firmware upgrades.
Computer Connection ports16 ports to which CAT 5, 5e or 6 link cables are used to connect Computer Access Modules (CAMs) which provide the connections to each server.    
						

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Standard itemsAdditional items
AdderView RDX Rack Drawer assembly
Left and right  mounting brackets
8 x screws  (M6 x 15mm)
8 x cup washers6 x M6  cage nuts
12V, 5A Power supply plus country-specific mains cable
CD-ROM
Computer Access Modules One required per connected computer. There are four different formats, depending on the required computer connections:
PS/2-style Connectors: Analog video, PS/2-style keyboard and PS/2-style mouse.Part number: CATX-PS2
USB Connectors: Analog video and USB keyboard/mouse. Part number: CATX-USB
Sun Connectors: Analog video, Sun keyboard/mouse and 3.5mm audio jack.Part number: CATX-SUNA
Console CAM (for RD1716QIP and RD1916QIP only)  Connectors: D-Sub 9-way female.Part number: CATX-CONSOLE   
						

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3 Insert the rack drawer assembly into the mounting brackets.
Installation
Suitable mounting locations
•	 It	is	very	important	to	locate	the	AdderView	RDX	Rack	Drawer	in	a	suitable	
environment.
•	 The	surface	for	placing	and	fixing	the	rack	drawer	should	be	stable	and	
level, or mounted into a suitable cabinet.
•	 Make	sure	the	place	has	good	ventilation,	is	out	of	direct	sunlight,	away	
from sources of excessive dust, dirt, heat, water, moisture and vibratio\
n.
•	 Position	the	rack	drawer	with	respect	to	related	facilities.
Mounting the rack drawer
1 Determine the appropriate position for the rack drawer within your rack \
frame. Insert two of the supplied cage nuts in each of the rear vertical\
 rack 
rails and one cage nut in the lower position of each front rack rail.
SECT 3
7 Tighten all eight M6 screws to complete the installation.
2 Attach the supplied left and right mounting brackets to the positions in\
 your 
rack frame where the cage nuts are located and adjust the bracket depths\
 to 
suit the depth of the rack. 
 For each mounting bracket:
•	 Use	two	M6	screws	and	cup	washers	to	fix	the	bracket	to	the	rear	rack	rail. 	
•	 Use	one	M6	screw	and	cup	washer	(only	in	the	lower	hole	of	the	
bracket) to fix the bracket to the front rack rail.
 Leave all screws loose until the rack drawer assembly has been put into \
place.
4 Pull and hold the left and right black arrow buttons on the rails.
5 Return the LCD keyboard drawer to park position.
6 Use the remaining two M6 screws and cup washers to fix the front 
mounting ears of the rack drawer assembly to rack rails. 
The unit is heavy. 
Therefore when 
installing, place 
the rack drawer 
on a sturdy, level 
surface to prevent 
it from accidentally 
falling and causing 
damage to other 
equipment or 
injury to persons 
nearby.   
						

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Connecting the rack drawer
All server, network and power connections are located at the rear of the\
 unit.
The EXTernal link (network or remote user)
The single RJ-45 socket labelled as EXT is used to allow either global or remote 
users to login and control connected servers. The EXT port provides one \
of the 
following links (dependant on the model of rack drawer):
•	 An	ethernet	network	link,	labelled	,
  or 
•	 A	remote	extender	link	(to	attach	an	Adder	X200),	labelled	KVM
only. Note: This 
port is NOT a network port. 
To connect the external link
1  Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the rack drawe\
r. 
2 Connect a CAT 5, 5e or 6 link cable to the port labelled EXT:
Link cable from either a network connection or a remote extender 
EXT
3 Connect the other end of the cable as follows:
•	 If	the	EXT	port	label	shows	 connect the link cable to a network 
switch/router.
•	 If	the	EXT	port	label	shows	KVM
only connect the link cable to an Adder 
X200	unit.
Computer access module links 
There are sixteen RJ-45 sockets labelled as COMPUTER CONNECTIONS on the \
rear panel. Each socket supports a CAT 5, 5e or 6 link to an individual \
server 
system. 
Note: The maximum length of the CAM cable can be up to 10 metres (32 fe\
et). 
For models RD1716, and RD1916, also ensure that the overall distance bet\
ween 
a remote user (connected to a remote extender) and any CAM unit/server\
 does 
not exceed 300 metres (980 feet).  
1  Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the rack drawe\
r. 
2 Connect a CAT 5, 5e or 6 link cable to one  
of the COMPUTER CONNECTIONS ports:
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COMPUTER CONNECTIONS
Link cable to a Computer Access Module
3 Connect the other end of the cable to the Computer Access Module (CAM)\
 
that is linked to the required server system. 
 For more information about connecting CAMs, please refer to the 
appropriate Adder user guide as appropriate to the rack drawer model bei\
ng 
used:
•	 RDxx16yy		 --->	use	AdderView CATx 1000 user guide, 
•	 RDxx16IPyy		 --->	use	AdderView CATxIP 1000 user guide,
•	 RDxx16QIPyy		 --->	use	AdderView CATxIP 5000 user guide.
 where: xx is either 17 or 19, denoting the LCD screen size
  yy is the country code, e.g. UK, US, etc.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each server system.   
						

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Power connection
The rack drawer is provided with a power adapter capable of supplying th\
e 
display monitor, keyboard and in-built KVM module. 
IMPORTANT: You must only use the manufacturer approved power adapter wit\
h 
the rack drawer.
IMPORTANT: Due to the length of the power cable, if the rack drawer is 
mounted high in the rack it may not be possible to place the power adapt\
er at 
floor level. In this case it is important to mount it securely and in \
such a manner 
that it is not suspended from its output cable.
To connect the power adapter
1 Attach the output lead from the power adapter to the 12V socket on the 
rear panel of the rack drawer:
12V
5A
1O N2Connecting the power adapter to the rear panel power socket.Disconnecting the power adapter.
2  Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power lead \
to 
the socket of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power cord to a nearby power outlet.
 Note: Both the rack drawer and the power adapter generate heat when 
in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or 
place them in locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment\
. Do 
not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures exceeding 35oC. Do not 
place the products in contact with equipment whose surface temperature 
exceeds 35oC. 
To disconnect the power adapter 
When removing the power connection be aware that the plug has a locking \
mechanism to prevent accidental disconnects. To remove, pull back the fl\
at top 
segment of the plug body to disengage the lock and gently pull the whole\
 plug 
from the power socket:   
						

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Initial configuration
The precise details for configuration of the rack drawer will depend on the model 
being used. For more information, please refer to the Configuration section of the 
appropriate Adder user guide as appropriate to the rack drawer model being used:
•	 RDxx16yy		 --->	use	AdderView CATx 1000 user guide, 
•	 RDxx16IPyy		 --->	use	AdderView CATxIP 1000 user guide,
•	 RDxx16QIPyy		 --->	use	AdderView CATxIP 5000 user guide.
 where: xx is either 17 or 19, denoting the LCD screen size
  yy is the country code, e.g. UK, US, etc.   
						

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SECT 4
Operation
Opening and closing the rack drawer
The compact rack drawer is easy to open and close when required.
To open the rack drawer
1 Press the button on the carry handle at the front of the rack drawer uni\
t and 
gently pull the carry handle towards you:
2 Once the drawer is fully extended, lift up the carry handle to reveal th\
e 
screen and keyboard:
To close the rack drawer
1 Fold down the screen and locate the black arrow release button on each 
side of the drawer slider:
2 Pull forward and hold the two black arrow buttons while slightly pushing\
 
the drawer slider in to release the locks.
3 Gently push the drawer slider all the way into the rack using the carry \
handle. Take care to keep your fingers away from the sliders:  
Note for safe use
•	 Keep	all	liquids	away	from	the	equipment	to	minimise	the	risk	of	accidental	
spillage. Liquid spilled on to the power supply or on other hardware may\
 
cause damage, fire or electrical shock.   
						

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Operating the rack drawer
The screen controls
The screen controls are located at the base of the screen: 
  Power indicator.  
   (green = on, orange = power saving mode).
  Power button for the screen.
  Display the OSD menu.
  Scroll buttons to control OSD menus.
   (To auto adjust screen, press and hold  for 5 seconds).
  Exit the OSD menu.
    (Also used to toggle digital DVI-D and analog SVGA inputs,  
   where appropriate).
Using the OSD menu
Press the  button to display the OSD menu: 
The various sections within the menu are as follows:
Image
Controls for brightness, contrast, colour temp, red, 
green and blue.
Geometry
Controls for auto adjust, H position, V position, 
phase and clock.
Not used
Not used
Misc
Controls for language, OSD position, graphic mode, 
OSD time, ratio, reset and timer.