User guide

rack. Most MergePoint Unity switches may be rack mounted in a 1U configuration. The MergePoint Unity
switch family does not support a 0U configuration.
Rack mounting safety considerations
• Rack Loading: Overloading or uneven loading of racks may result in shelf or rack failure, causing damage to
equipment and possible personal injury. Stabilize racks in a permanent location before loading begins.
Mount components beginning at the bottom of the rack, then work to the top. Do not exceed your rack load
rating.
• Power Considerations: Connect only to the power source specified on the unit. When multiple electrical
components are installed in a rack, ensure that the total component power ratings do not exceed circuit
capabilities. Overloaded power sources and extension cords present fire and shock hazards.
• Elevated Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed rack assembly, the operating temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient. Use care not to exceed the rated maximum ambient
temperature of the switch.
• Reduced Air Flow: Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation
of the equipment is not compromised.
• Reliable Earthing: Maintain reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment. Pay particular attention to supply
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
For complete instructions on installing the rack mounting bracket, please refer to your Rack Mounting Bracket
Quick Installation Guide.
Connecting the MergePoint Unity Switch Hardware
To connect and turn on your MergePoint Unity switch:
NOTE: To avoid potential video and/or keyboard problems when using Avocent products: If the building has 3-phase AC
power, ensure that the computer and monitor are on the same phase. For best results, they should be on the same circuit.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment:
- Do not disable the power grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
- Disconnect the power from the product by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical outlet or the product.
- The AC inlet is the main disconnect for removing power to this product. For products that have more than one AC inlet, to remove
power completely, all AC line cords must be disconnected.
- This product has no user serviceable parts inside the product enclosure. Do not open or remove product cover.
1. Plug your VGA monitor and USB keyboard and mouse cables into the appropriately labeled ports. You
must install both a keyboard and mouse on the local ports or the keyboard will not initialize properly.
2. Choose an available port on the MergePoint Unity switch. Plug one end of a CAT 5 cable (4-pair, up to 150
ft/45 m) into a numbered port. Plug the other end into an RJ-45 connector of an IQ module.
3. Plug the IQ module into the appropriate ports on the back of a target device. Repeat this procedure for all
target devices you want to connect.
NOTE: When connecting a DSRIQ-SUN module, you must use a multi-sync monitor in the local port to accommodate Sun computers
that support both VGA and sync-on-green or composite sync.
8 MergePoint Unity™ KVM over IP and Serial Console Switch Installer/User Guide