Rose Electronics Xtensys User Manual
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XTENSYS INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL
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Features
Security
Unique configuration password for persons authorized to perform configuration maintenance.
User names and passwords allow controlled access to computers with sensitive information,
system data, or restricted applications
Computers can be assigned to a unique group, allowing authorized access only
Flexibility
Extend the distance from the PC to the User stations up to 1,000 feet using industry standard CATx cabling
The Xtensys design makes for easy installation, maintenance, and expandability
All connections are made easy by using CATx cabling
Switching to computers can be done by keyboard commands or a convenient on-screen list of computers
Multi-language capabilities
Switches have integrated auto-switching power supplies which accept 100-120/200-240 V sources
On-screen display technology
The Xtensys video pops-up over the computer application display or is automatically generated
Easy to use menus guide you through the configuration process
The connection status for all computers can be displayed
Upgradeability
Free lifetime base firmware upgrades, based on flash memory technology, provide new features and
improvements. Base firmware upgrades are available from our web site at www.rose.com
Compatibility
A variety of hardware platforms can be connected simultaneously to the Xtensys switch without interference,
including PCs, Sun systems, IBM RS/6000, HP, DEC, SGI, serial devices, and others
Full keyboard and mouse emulation and video resolutions up to 1920 x 1440 ensures trouble-free access to most
software applications
Serial support using VT100, VT102, and VT220 terminal emulation
Standard TTY mode automatically scrolls incoming data
Installation
The basic installation of the Xtensys system consists of:
Connecting the user stations to the Xtensys KVM ports via CATx cable
Connecting the CATx transmitter(s) to each of the computers to access
Connecting the Xtensys switch to each computer via CATx cable
Connect a local KVM station directly to the Xtensys switch for local access
Once all cabling is completed, apply power and the Xtensys system will automatically adjust the video
equalization and skew for all connected computers to produce a clean, clear display.
Package content
The shipping package content consists of the following:
The Xtensys switch
User Station(s) (as ordered)
Rack mount kit
Power cord (North American shipments only)
ATRX Kit (CAB-04R005 / ACC-ATRX – for flash upgrading)
Installation and operations manual
If the package contents are not correct, contact Rose Electronics or your reseller, so the discrepancy can be quickly
resolved.
Registration
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