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VGA USB KVM Matrix Switch

How to allow up to eight users can control 32 USB-enabled PC, SUN and MAC computers

Also known as: Industrial USB KVM Matrix Switch, multiple users control many USB PC SUN MAC Computers
rackmount USB KVM matrix switch.


RoHS Compliant USB KVM Matrix Switch

Designed and Manufactured in the U.S.A.

The UNIMUX-nXm-U Multi-Platform KVM Matrix Switch: How to enable up to 8 users to individually command or simultaneously share up to 32 computers.
UNIMUX-4X16-U (Front & Back)

Additional Product Information

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Data Sheet specifications Data Sheet (PDF)
View CAD Drawings CAD Drawings:
2X8 4X8 8X8
2X16 4X16 8X16
2X32 4X32 8X24
8X32

Features & Applications

The UNIMUX™ USB KVM Matrix switch allows up to eight users to individually command or simultaneously share up to 32 USB computers. Access USB-enabled PC, SUN, and MAC computers using USB keyboards and mice, and VGA multiscan monitors.

USB host computers and USB devices can be hot-plugged or removed at any time. Allows any USB device (keyboard and/or mouse) to control any attached USB host computer. International keyboard layouts are supported in auto-detection mode, or can be manually selected via the On Screen Display (OSD) menu.
  • Equipped with OSD, Liquid Crystal Display, and RS232.
  • Rackmount is standard on all UNIMUX-nXm-U models. The smaller models are also available in a desktop case.
  • Dedicated microprocessors prevent computers from locking up, ensuring reliable control.
  • Fully compliant with USB standards (1.0, 1.1).
  • The advanced OSD user interface with password security makes the UNIMUX USB KVM Matrix Switch simple and reliable to use in Enterprise data centers.
  • Computers can be shared or used exclusively.
  • Crestron® compatible.

Specifications

2x8 2x16 2x32 4x8 4x16 4x32 8x8 8x16 8x24 8x32
Hosts
  • Eight female 15-pin HD and eight female USB Type B connectors.
  • Supports PCs with USB-enabled OS (Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Windows Server 2003, Linux) and USB ports.
  • Supports PCs with USB-enabled BIOS (legacy USB support) and USB ports.
  • Supports SUN Blade 100, SUN Blade 1000, SUN Fire™ 240 and SUN Ray.
  • Supports MAC G4, G5 and Xserve.
  • Supports MAC soft (keyboard) power-on.
  • Any legacy PS/2 or SUN computer can be connected by using a USB-PS2-R or USB-SUN-R adapter.
Monitor
  • Crisp and clear 1900x1200 resolution.
  • Two Female 15-pin HD connectors.
  • A multiscan VGA monitor is required to display the different video outputs from different platforms.
  • Bandwidth is 150 MHz.
Cables
  • Interface cables between your computers and the switch are required for proper operation.Use USBVEXT-xx-MM and standard interface cables to connect switches to computers.
  • Cables not included.
Environmental
  • Operating temperature: 32°F to 100°F (0°C to 38°C)
  • Storage temperature: -20°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C)
  • Operating and Storage Relative Humidity: 17 to 90% non-condensing RH.
Devices
  • Two sets of female USB Type A connectors for keyboards and mice.
  • Compatible with most USB keyboards and mice, including Microsoft USB Intellimouse®, Logitech Cordless Elite Duo keyboard and mouse, Gyration keyboard/mouse, Crystal Vision keyboard with touchpad, and iKey DI-5K USB.
  • Keyboard and mouse are hot-pluggable.
  • USB MAC and SUN startup keys are supported on all platforms of input devices.
  • Keystrokes are translated across platforms.
Power
  • 110 or 220 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz via AC adapter.
  • Power consumption: 10W
MTBF
  • 58,644 hrs
Regulatory Approvals
  • CE, RoHS
    • Desktop unit: RoHS
CAD Drawings
Warranty
  • Two years

Control Methods

Keyboard

  • Type <Ctrl> + <`> to go into Command Mode.
  • Press <ESC> to leave Command Mode and return to Normal Mode.
  • Use the keyboard to command the switchbox to select ports or configure the Scan, Sharing and Broadcast Modes.
    • Normal Operating Mode allows the user to directly operate the selected computer with a transparent presence of the NTI switch.
    • Sharing Mode allows users to share the same computer.
    • Command Mode allows the user to give instructions to the switch through their keyboard. Keystrokes are not passed to the computer.
    • Scan Mode feature causes the switch to automatically and sequentially display the video from each selected powered on computer for a duration of 2-255 seconds (programmable by the user).
    • Broadcast Mode allows the user's keystrokes to be sent to all selected powered on computers.

Front Panel Interface

  • Locally change ports with front panel buttons.
  • Use front panel buttons to move through LCD screens and execute actions.
  • LCD indicates currently selected port for each user.
  • Use buttons to configure RS232 control.
    • Change baud rates for RS232.

Download Matrix Switcher Control Program

Standard in UNIMUX-nXm-U ONLY

Optional

The UNIMUX-nXm-U Multi-Platform USB KVM Matrix Switch: How setup and enable up to 8 users to individually command or simultaneously share up to 32 computers.

USB KVM Matrix Switches

NTI Part # # of
Users
(n)		 # of
CPUs
(m)		 Weight (kg) Rack
Units		 WxDxH (mm) # to Quote Power Cord
Length		 Download a
PDF Manual
UNIMUX-2X8-U 2 8 2.3 1RU 482x254x44 PDF manual firmware 2.1+: How to setup USB KVM matrix switch
For units with
firmware version
2.1 and later.*

PDF manual early firmware: How to setup USB KVM matrix switch
For units with
earlier firmware
versions.*
UNIMUX-2X16-U 2 16 3.6 2RU 482x305x89
UNIMUX-2X32-U 2 32 7.7 3RU 482x305x133
UNIMUX-4X8-U 4 8 2.7 1RU 482x254x44
UNIMUX-4X16-U 4 16 4.1 2RU 482x305x89
UNIMUX-4X32-U 4 32 8.6 3RU 482x305x133
UNIMUX-8x8-U 8 8 5.0 3RU 482x305x133
UNIMUX-8X16-U 8 16 5.4 3RU 482x305x133
UNIMUX-8x24-U 8 24 5.9 3RU 482x305x133
UNIMUX-8X32-U 8 32 5.9 3RU 482x305x133
*Note: The version number can be found in the splash screen viewed when the UNIMUX switch is
first powered ON. If no version is shown, it is an earlier model.

Compatible Cables

Male to Male VGA,
Male USB A to Male USB B
(USBVEXT-xx-MM)
Part # Length (m.) # to Quote
USBVEXT-3-MM 0.9
USBVEXT-6-MM 1.8
USBVEXT-10-MM 3.0
USBVEXT-15-MM 4.6
Male to Female VGA (VEXT-15)
Part # Length (m.) # to Quote
VEXT-15 4.6
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