- Raritan Paragon II User Guide

CHAPTER 5: PARAGON II AND Z-CIMS 59
Chapter 5: Paragon II and Z-CIMs
Introduction
Many CIMs (Computer Interface Modules), including Z-CIMs (UKMSPD and UKVMSC) and
P2ZCIMs, enable access and control of multiple servers from a Paragon User Station, using only
one channel port on your Paragon II unit. This can help extend the distances from the main
switching unit to the last P2ZCIM on the chain up to 1,000 feet. CIMs are set up in a chain-like
server-to-server arrangement, CIM connected to the keyboard, video, and mouse ports of each
server and linked with standard Cat5 UTP cable. Through this cable, they transmit keyboard,
video, and mouse signals to the system. You can access and control any server connected in the
chain via the Paragon II on-screen menu and new servers can be added at any time without
interrupting server operation.
Paragon II operates using UKVMSPD (and UKVMSC) and P2ZCIMs. Although all CIM units
are installed the same way, certain CIMs will not function if used in the same chain as other
CIMs.
UKVMSPD (and UKVMSC) Z-CIMs
• For use with Paragon and Paragon II units
• Support PS2 only
• Support up to 42 units on a single Cat5 chain
• Span up to 1,000 feet (304 m.) from the user station to the last UKVMSPD (UKVMSC) on a
Cat5 chain
• Cannot be mixed on a Cat5 chain with P2ZCIMs
• UKVMSC features local KVM ports