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KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualxChapter 12, Firmware Upgrade, explains how to download and use the Firmware Upgrade Utility to install new firmware on the

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual86Removing Users From a Group From the User’s NotebookTo remove a user from a group from the User’s notebook, do the follow

Chapter 8. User Management87Assigning Users to a Group From the Group’s NotebookTo assign a user to a group from the Group notebook, do the following

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual88Removing Users From a Group From the Group’s NotebookTo remove a user from a group from the Group’s notebook, do the foll

Chapter 8. User Management89DeviceYou can assign Target and Target Group permissions from the Devices tab. For information on Targets and Target Grou

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual905. When you have finished making your choices, click Save.6. In the confirmation popup that appears, click OK.Columns Che

Chapter 8. User Management91Assigning Device Permissions From the Groups’ NotebookTo assign a device permissions to a Group of users, do the followin

92Chapter 9SystemOverviewThe System tab is used to configure the KE Matrix Manager’s system settings, and provides two menu bar items: Global Settings

Chapter 9. System93Global SettingsThe Global Settings page lets an administrator change the default settings used for the KE Matrix Manager:Item Descr

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual94Allowed Access Mode Select the default Access Mode for devices added to the KE Matrix Manager. This defines how the devic

Chapter 9. System95Global Device Properties These settings allow you to set the default properties used by all devices: Occupy Timeout: Set the numbe

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualxiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ALTUSEN products and h

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual96ANMSThe ANMS (Advanced Network Management Settings) page is used to set up login authentication and authorization managem

Chapter 9. System97Note: 1. Only one email address is allowed in the From field, and it cannot exceed 64 Bytes.2. 1 Byte = 1 English alphanumeric char

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual98Authentication & Authorization RADIUS SettingsTo allow authentication and authorization for the KE6900 / KE6940 thro

Chapter 9. System99 Use the same Username/Group name on both the RADIUS server and the KE Matrix Manager.In each case, the user’s access rights are t

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual100Note: If this method is used, the LDAP schema for MS Active Directory must be extended. Without schema – Only the Userna

101Chapter 10LogsOverviewThe KE Matrix Manager logs all the events that take place on it an stores them in a Log. The Logs tab opens on the System Log

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual102System LogThe System Log page displays events that take place on the KE Matrix Manager and provides a breakdown of the t

Chapter 10. Logs103The log file tracks a maximum of 512 events. When the limit is reached, the oldest events get discarded as new events come in. The

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual104(Continued from previous page.)A description of the filter items is given in the table, below:Item DescriptionTime This

105Chapter 11MaintenanceOverviewThe Maintenance tab has four menu bar options: Backup/Restore, Firmware Upgrade, Certificates, and Preferences. When y

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KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual106Backup / RestoreWhen you click the Maintenance tab, the Backup/Restore page is displayed. The page is divided into two m

Chapter 11. Maintenance1073. In the dialog box that comes up, Click Save to save the configuration file (System.conf) to a location on your hard disk.

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual108Firmware UpgradeNew firmware versions can be downloaded from our website as they become available. Check the website reg

Chapter 11. Maintenance1095. Make sure there is a check in the checkbox in front of the modules you want to upgrade. Uncheck the modules that you do n

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual110CertificatesThis page provides information about the Private Certificates:Private CertificateWhen logging in over a secu

Chapter 11. Maintenance111After the CA sends you the certificate and private encryption key, save them to a convenient location on your computer. Imp

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual1123. After filling in the form (all fields are required), click Create.A self-signed certificate based on the information

Chapter 11. Maintenance113PreferencesUsers can set individual preferences for their browser sessions on the Preferences page. The Preferences page all

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual114When you have made your choices, Click Save.To use the original system set preferences, click Restore Defaults. Password

115Chapter 12Firmware UpgradeNew firmware upgrade packages are posted on our Website as new firmware revisions become available. Check the web site re

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe KE6900 / KE6940 DVI KVM Over IP Extender is an IP based matrix extender that allows access to a computer system from

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual116Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful:Upgra

117AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow a

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual118 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on t

Appendix119Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the ful

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual120Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software up

Appendix121SpecificationsFunction KE6900T KE6940TConnectors Console PortsKeyboard 1 x USB Type A Female (White)Video 1 x DVI-I Female (White)2 x DVI-

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual122Function KE6900R KE6940RConnectors USB Virtual Media 2 x USB Type A Female (White)Console PortsKeyboard 1 x USB Type A F

Appendix123IP InstallerFrom a client computer running Windows, an IP address for a transmitter or receiver can be assigned with the IP Installer util

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual124Trusted CertificatesOverviewWhen you try to log in to the device from your browser, a Security Alert message appears to

Appendix125Self-Signed Private CertificatesIf you wish to create your own self-signed encryption key and certificate, a free utility – openssl.exe –

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual2Features Remote KVM console access of computers over LAN or Ethernet cable connection Dual console operation – control y

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual126Limited WarrantyALTUSEN warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year fr

127IndexAAdding a New Device, 57Adding Users, 80BBackup / Restore, 106CComponents, 4Configuring a Device, 64Control CenterScreen Components, 48User In

128Specifications, 121System administrator password, 36, 47System RequirementsComputers, 3TTab bar, 50Technical Support, 120Telephone support, iiiTree

Chapter 1. Introduction3RequirementsConsole (KE6900) One DVI compatible monitors capable of the highest possible resolution (KE6940) Two DVI compat

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual4UNIX AIX 4.3 and higherFreeBSD 3.51 and higherSun Solaris 8 and higherNovell Netware 5.0 and higherMac OS 9 and higherOS V

Chapter 1. Introduction5ComponentsKE6900T (Transmitter) Front ViewNo. Component Description1 KVM Port Section The USB KVM cable supplied with the pac

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual6KE6900T (Transmitter) Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 Power Jack The cable from the DC Power adapter connects here.2 F

Chapter 1. Introduction7KE6900R (Receiver) Front ViewNo. Component Description1 Power LED Lights blue to indicate the module is turned on.2 LAN LED L

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualiiFCC, CE InformationFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual8KE6900R (Receiver) Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 Power Jack The cable from the DC Power adapter connects here.2 Func

Chapter 1. Introduction9KE6940T (Transmitter) Front ViewNo. Component Description1 KVM Port Section The USB KVM cable supplied with the package that

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual10KE6940T (Transmitter) Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 Power Jack The cable from the DC Power adapter connects here.2

Chapter 1. Introduction11KE6940R (Receiver) Front ViewNo. Component Description1 Power LED Lights blue to indicate the module is turned on.2 LAN LED

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual12KE6940R (Receiver) Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 Power Jack The cable from the DC Power adapter connects here.2 Fun

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13Chapter 2Hardware SetupRack MountingFor convenience and flexibility, the Transmitter can be mounted on system racks. To rack mount a unit do the fol

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual142. Screw the bracket into a convenient location on the rack.Note: These screws are not provided. We recommend that you us

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup15Wall MountingFor convenience the Transmitter can be mounted to a wall.1. Using the screws provided in the Mounting Kit, sc

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor te

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual16Setting Up a Point-to-Point InstallationSetting up the KE6900 / KE6940 system in a point-to-point configuration is simply

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup17Point-to-Point Installation 1 of 2Note: The diagram above shows the KE6900T and KE6900R. The KE6940 installation is the sa

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual18Point-to-Point Installation 2 of 2Note: The serial port on the Transmitter (shown above) connects to the computer; the se

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup19Setting Up a LAN InstallationSetting up the units on a network allows point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and multipoint-

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual205. Use a Cat 5e cable to connect the KE6900T / KE6940T’s LAN port to the local area TCP/IP network. 6. Plug the power ada

Chapter 2. Hardware Setup21Network Installation Diagram 1 of 2Note: The diagram above shows the KE6900T and KE6900R. The KE6940 installation is the s

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual22Network Installation Diagram 2 of 2Note: The serial port on the Transmitter (shown above) connects to the computer; the s

23Chapter 3OSD OperationOverviewThis chapter provides instructions to configure and operate the KE6900 / KE6940 using the local On Screen Display (OSD

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual24Invoking the OSDThe On Screen Display (OSD) is a keyboard/mouse-driven application on the Receiver. The Receiver’s OSD is

Chapter 3. OSD Operation25OSD InterfaceAfter you invoke the Receiver OSD, the main page appears:Note: A password is required to enter the OSD configu

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualivPackage ContentsBasic PackageThe basic KE6900 / KE6940 package consists of:1 KE6900T / KE6940T DVI KVM Over IP Extender 1

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual26User Station ConfigurationWhen you select the User Station radio button and click Configure to login, the Network tab app

Chapter 3. OSD Operation27PropertiesThe Properties tab allows you to configure the User Station’s extender settings:Item DescriptionMode Select Exten

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual28After entering the information, click Save.RS232 Settings Configure the serial device settings for the User Station. The

Chapter 3. OSD Operation29SystemThe System tab allows you to configure the User Station’s general settings:After entering the information, click Save

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual30Transmitter ConfigurationWhen you select the Transmitter radio button and click Configure to login, the Network tab appea

Chapter 3. OSD Operation31PropertiesThe Properties tab allows you to configure the Transmitter’s extender settings:Item DescriptionMode Select Extend

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual32Properties Port OS: Use the drop-down menu to select the operating system of the computer connected to the Transmitter. O

Chapter 3. OSD Operation33After entering the information, click Save.Transmitter Video Attributes To set the Transmitter’s video settings:Video Type:

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual34SystemThe System tab allows you to configure the Transmitter’s general settings:After entering the information, click Sav

Chapter 3. OSD Operation35User Preferences When you select the User Preferences radio button and click Configure to login, the configuration screen a

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualvContentsFCC, CE Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiSJ/T 1136

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual36ConnectingIf the User Station is set to Extender mode, the video screen of the remote computer will appear automatically

Chapter 3. OSD Operation37Connections PageAfter you have successfully logged in the Connection Page appears:The Connection Page components are descri

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual383 Connect To connect the User Station to a Target, click the access type: Exclusive: The first User Station to access the

Chapter 3. OSD Operation39Profile PageClick the Profile Page tab and the following screen appears:The Profile Page components are described in the ta

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual40Network ConfigurationThis section provides instructions to configure the network settings with a fixed IP address, subnet

Chapter 3. OSD Operation41Note: See Default IP Addresses, page 41, for the preconfigured factory-default settings. Subnet Mask – sets the subnet mas

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43Chapter 4KE Matrix Manager InstallationOverviewThe KE Matrix Manger is a browser based web GUI that provides management of KE6900 / KE6940 devices o

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual446. The License Agreement appears:If you agree with the License Agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreem

Chapter 4. KE Matrix Manager Installation458. The Choose Shortcut Folder screen appears: Select where to create shortcuts for the program by selectin

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualviChapter 3.OSD OperationOverview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual4610. When the process is done, the Install Complete screen appears:Click Done.

47Chapter 5Browser OperationOverviewThe KE Matrix Manager software can be accessed through most standard web browsers. Once users log in and are authe

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual48The KE Matrix Manager Main PageAfter you have successfully logged in, the web browser’s main page appears:Web ComponentsT

Chapter 5. Browser Operation49Tree View ConsiderationsOn some pages there will be a sidebar menu with options that can be expanded:  A plus (+) sign

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual50The Tab BarThe functions associated with each of the tabs are explained in the table below:Icon FunctionDashboard: The Da

51Chapter 6DashboardOverviewThe Dashboard tab is used to view events about connections, sessions, and online devices. The Home page provides an overvi

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual52Active ConnectionsThe Active Connections page lets an administrator see the active Target connections (User Stations conn

Chapter 6. Dashboard53Online User StationsThe Online User Stations page lets the administrator see all of the Receivers that are currently available o

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual54Latest EventsThe Latest Events page lets the administrator see the most recent Dashboard events that relate to the curren

55Chapter 7Device ManagementOverviewThe Device Management tab contains four menu bar items: User Stations, Transmitters, Targets, and Profiles. Each p

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualviiChapter 7.Device ManagementOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual56User StationsThe User Stations page allows you to add, configure, and delete Receivers. The Sidebar provides two menu opt

Chapter 7. Device Management57Adding a User StationTo add a User Station, do the following:1. From Unmanaged User Stations, select a User Station and

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual58Configuring a User StationA User Station’s settings can be modified from the User Stations main page. Changes that are sa

Chapter 7. Device Management593. Click the Properties tab to configure the User Station’s properties:Network ConfigurationFor dynamic IP address assi

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual60RS-232 Settings Configure the settings for the serial device the User Station will be connecting to. The default settings

Chapter 7. Device Management614. Click the System tab to configure the general settings:5. After entering the information, click Save.Deleting a User

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual62TransmittersThe Transmitters page allows you to add, configure, and delete Transmitters. The Sidebar provides two options

Chapter 7. Device Management63Adding a TransmitterTo add a Transmitter, do the following:1. From Unmanaged Transmitters, select a Transmitter and cli

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual64Configuring a TransmitterA Transmitter’s settings can be modified from the Transmitters main page. Changes that are saved

Chapter 7. Device Management653. Click the Properties tab to configure the Transmitter’s properties:Network ConfigurationFor dynamic IP address assig

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualviiiChapter 10.LogsOverview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual66Properties Port OS: Use the drop-down menu to select the operating system of the computer connected to the Transmitter. O

Chapter 7. Device Management674. Click the System tab configure the general settings:Transmitter Video Attributes These refer to the Transmitter’s vi

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual685. After entering the information, click Save.Deleting a TransmitterTo delete a Transmitter:1. Select the Transmitter you

Chapter 7. Device Management69Target ConnectionsWith Target connections a User Station can connect to multiple Transmitters, individually or simultan

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual70TargetsA Target defines the Transmitter connections for a User Station. This allows a User Station to connect to differen

Chapter 7. Device Management71Adding a TargetTo add a Target, do the following:1. From the Targets main page, click Add:2. The Target In fo tab appea

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual723. Click the Groups tab to add the Target to Target Groups:Select a Target Group from the Selected column and use the lef

Chapter 7. Device Management734. Click the Permissions tab to set the Targets access rights:5. After entering the information, click Save.Item Descri

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual74Target GroupsTarget Groups allow administrators to easily and efficiently manage users and Targets. Since Target Group ac

Chapter 7. Device Management753. Click the Members tab to add Targets to the group:Select a Target from the Selected column and use the left arrow to

KE6900 / KE6940 User ManualixAbout This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your KE6900 / KE6940 system. It covers all as

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual76ProfilesProfiles are created for Targets to allow individual User Station access to the connection. Create a Profile for

Chapter 7. Device Management77Adding a ProfileTo add a Profile, do the following:1. From the Profile main page, click Add:2. The Profile Settings tab

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual783. After entering the information, click Save.Access Mode This defines how the Target in the Profile can be accessed by U

79Chapter 8User ManagementOverviewUser Management has two menu bar items used to create Accounts and Groups. The User Management tab opens on the Acco

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual80UsersThe KE Matrix Manager supports two types of user accounts, shown in the table bellow:Adding UsersTo add a user, do t

Chapter 8. User Management813. At this point you can assign the new user to a group by selecting the Groups tab – the Groups page is discussed on pag

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual82Modifying User AccountsTo modify a user account, do the following:1. In the Sidebar User list, click the user’s name– or

Chapter 8. User Management83GroupsGroups allow administrators to easily and efficiently manage users and devices. Since device access rights apply to

KE6900 / KE6940 User Manual84 The Sidebar Group list can expand and collapse. If the list is expanded, click the minus symbol ( – ) next to the Users

Chapter 8. User Management85Users and GroupsThere are two ways to manage users and groups: from the Users notebook; and from the Group notebook.Note: