Rose Electronics Xtensys - Manual (Page 7)

INTRODUCTION
XTENSYS INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL
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for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry
of the product at any time without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the product or other circumstances outside
the manufacturer’s control. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury arising directly
or indirectly from the use of this product.
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About this manual
This manual covers the installation, configuration, and the operation of the Xtensys System. The Xtensys System
consists of basically three components; the Xtensys switch, the Xtensys User Stations, and the Xtensys transmitters.
Each component of the Xtensys system is described in this manual. The OSD section shows each of the OSD
menus and their features. The Installation section describes how all components are interconnected to form a
seamless switching network. The Operations section defines how to operate the system and all the user features
available to make switching and maintenance simple and easy.
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Rose Electronics
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Xtensys™ CAT5 KVM Switch System. The Xtensys System is the results
of Rose Electronics commitment to providing continued state-of-the-art switching solutions for today’s demanding
workplace. The Xtensys System has proven to be a valuable investment for all types of businesses that have the
need to monitor, maintain, and access information from multiple computer systems. Its use in large computer
facilities gives the IT professional the added flexibility to monitor and maintain all systems, running on different
platforms, from one or multiple KVM stations. The Xtensys CAT5 KVM Switch System is the common sense
switching solution that provides the flexibility, expandability, and security required for today’s business environment.
Rose Electronics' Xtensys CAT5 KVM Switches are designed to configure to whatever your system demands are,
one user or multiple users, two computers or thousands. All models offer standard features that allow for easy,
secure, and complete access to as many computers or serial devices as your system has from one or multiple KVM
stations. CATx cabling is used to connect to the computers and the user stations. This greatly reduces the cable
bulk and makes installation easier, quicker, and less expensive.
The Xtensys system takes the worry out of what type of CATx cabling is used and its lengths. Upon power-up it will
automatically adjust the video gain and skew based on the CATx cable type and length, providing a crisp, clear
display from all connected computers.
The advanced on-screen display (OSD) menus are intuitive and easy to use. The menus guide you through the
configuration process with on-screen information for each configuration section, making it easy to configure the
Xtensys switch, the user stations, the computers, serial devices, and security for the system. There are additional
configuration parameters that can be used to personalize the look of the menus and dialog boxes. A help line is
provided for each menu selection giving a brief explanation of the selected menu item.
Reliability, security, flash memory technology, versatility, and other advanced technological features ensure the
Xtensys CAT5 KVM Switch System will streamline your data center or server room, simplify the maintenance, access
and updating of your systems, and easily expand as your system demands increase.
NOTE: A Keyboard, Video monitor, and Mouse are referred to through this manual as a KVM station