Network Technologies RACKMUX-T15 - Manual (Page 5)

NTI RACKMUX RACKMOUNT ANSI TERMINAL DRAWER
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INTRODUCTION
The RACKMUX-T15 (formerly referred to as RACKMUX-TERMINAL) Rack Mount ANSI Terminal Drawer (RACKMUX) places a
VTxx/ANSI Terminal right in the rack for space-saving, convenient control of SUN or PC-based headless servers. This LCD
monitor terminal drawer eliminates the need for an external laptop or table-top dumb terminal. This flexible terminal is easy to
install and configure for either of the following communication modes:
RS232 Terminal (using a RS-232 port for serial console connection). Use this configuration of the RACKMUX with the NTI
SERIMUX™ Console Serial Port Switch to control multiple servers.
Telnet Terminal (using an RJ45 10Base-T network port for Ethernet telnet console connection). The Ethernet connection can be
used with any 10Mb-compatible Ethernet host adapter, but is most suited for use with RSC (Remote System Control) Ethernet
ports, since these provide the same functionality as serial (ttya) console ports. This connection supports up to 12 telnet sessions
to different servers. The state of each server session is preserved by the terminal. Terminal sessions can be switched via hot-
keys. When using the Ethernet telnet connection, the Terminal Drawer can be connected to multiple servers via an Ethernet
switch. However, it is advisable that the network used to connect the server consoles remains private for security reasons.
Note: Both RS232 serial and Ethernet telnet connections cannot be active at the same time.
This general purpose character terminal drawer offers full transaction capabilities and is largely pre-configured for most
applications. It was designed in conjunction with SUN Microsystems to ensure flawless compatibility with all SUN servers. It is also
compatible with most racks, including the Sun StorEdge 72", Sun Fire rack, and most EIA 19" racks. This console drawer is the
ideal solution for controlling web servers, DNS servers, mail servers and other equipment that lack video card capability, such as
the SUN Netra systems and HP servers.
The RACKMUX Terminal drawer is also available with an integrated console switch (RACKMUX-T15-RS16 or RACKMUX-T15-
SS8). See our website for details.
Features
• Entire unit is only 1U (1.75") high
• High-quality metal construction (ideal for most industrial and commercial settings)
• 15" TFT Rack Mount flip-up LCD Monitor features a wide viewing angle
• Screen size: 80x24 characters plus status line
• Keyboard lock prevents unauthorized use
• Auto shut-off switch: turns OFF power to the monitor when the LCD is folded closed
• Display format of 800x600
• LCD Display controls (using on-screen menu)
• 83-key (US) or 84-key (UK, German, French, Italian, Spanish) keyboard with wrist pad
• Supports RSC capabilities
• Serial and parallel slave-printer ports
• Includes rack mount kit suitable for SUN and most EIA 19" racks (fits 22" to 39" rack depths via adjustable mounting
brackets
)
• Optional support for mounting in a two-post Telco rack
• Optional protective anti-glare, tempered glass shield
• Internally mounted AC power supply or optional 48VDC power input
• Locking rails to prevent movement of the drawer when fully extended
Multiple RS-232 Emulations
:
• ADDS A2 • VT100
• PC TERM • VT220
• PCG Alpha • WY-50+
• Console ANSI • WY-60
• TVI910+ • WY-100
• TV1925 • WY-120
• VT52 • WY-325
Compatibility
• Compatible with any SUN or PC-based headless server.
• Communicates with routers, bridges, firewalls, and hubs