Installation guide

PHANTOM MX IP
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Introduction
The MX IP system from Minicom is a CAT5 based Distributed KVM Switching
system with remote KVM access via IP. You can remotely access up to 63
computers. The system can be managed and controlled by 1 or 2 users.
MX IP features remote KVM access and control via a LAN, Internet, or ISDN
connection. MX IP provides a non-intrusive solution for remote access and
control. Remote access and control software runs on the MX IP embedded
processors only and not on the servers, so there is no interference with server
operation or impact on network performance.
Use the MX IP in a multi administrator and multi server environment. The MX IP
combines digital remote KVM access via IP networks with a comprehensive and
integrated system management.
The MX IP system components
The MX IP system consists of:
• The MX IP Management unit, plus the Optional Universal Phantom
Manager unit
• Remote units
• Cables and accessories
• Marketing & Documentation CD
• Optional IPMI Option. This is a serial cable for connecting the MX IP
and an IPMI V1.5 compliant serial management port on the remote
system.
• Optional Internal Reset/Power Option. The internal reset/power option
(see Figure 2.2) consists of a PC bracket with a Sub-D 9 jack on the
outside and 4x2 pin connector in the inner side. The Sub-D 9 jack is
connected to the MX IP Serial Port 2. The internal 4x2 pin connector
allows to connect the reset and power on/off switching signals of the
main board to MX IP.
Management units
The 2 Management units are the MX IP and the Optional Universal Phantom
Manager (UPM). These are illustrated in the figures below.
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