Dominion KX II Release 2.5 June 8, 2012 Table of Contents 1. Table of Contents 1 2. Dominion KX II Overview: 2 3. Dominion KX Release 2.5 Enhancements 4. Dominion KX II Documentation 5. Computer Interface Module (CIM) Overview 3 6. Release 2.5 Compatibility Information 7. 64 Bit Windows Client Support: 8. Release 2.4 Important Notes and Information 5 9. Release 2.3 Important Notes and Information 8 2 2 4 Java Requirements 5 10. Release 2.2 Important Notes and Information 10 11.
Release Notes for Dominion® KX II Software Version 2.5 Version: DKX II 2.5 Release Notes, Revision 1.3 Date: June 8, 2012 Effective: Release 2.5 Firmware available immediately. Digital CIMs available in June, 2012. Applicability: Dominion KX II models: DKX2-108, DKX2-116, DKX2-132, DKX2-216, DKX2-232, DKX2-416, DKX2-432, DKX2-464, DKX2-808, DKX2-832, DKX-864 Release Status: General Availability.
KVM and Serial Client Access Guide – reference for the remote clients for the Raritan products Dominion KX II CIM Guide – reference for the Dominion KX Computer Interface Modules (CIMs). Which CIM to use, etc. Dominion KX II Blade Configuration Guide –contains detailed instructions and screenshots for Dell and IBM blade servers. The Dominion KX II documentation is available from the KX II web based user interface and on the Raritan.com website: www.raritan.com.
Release 2.5 Compatibility Information: ® 1. The above Dominion KX II models and Release 2.5 have been certified for use with CommandCenter Secure Gateway (CC-SG) Releases 5.2 and 5.3. Raritan recommends that customers upgrade to the CC-SG 5.3 or later release, for best results. 2. KX II devices can be remotely accessed by three KVM remote clients: Remote Client Description Version Java-based client invoked from the browser-based remote user interface. Virtual KVM Client (VKC) Version 3.0.
a. Mac OS 10.4: b. Mac OS 10.5/Power PC: remain with KX II Release 2.2 or upgrade to Mac OS 10.6 c. Mac OS 10.5/Intel: on Mac OS 10.5 d. Mac OS 10.6: fully supported with Java 1.6 remain with KX II Release 2.2 or upgrade to Mac OS 10.6 remain with KX II Release 2.2, upgrade to Mac OS 10.6 or install the standalone version of MPC 13. If the client does not have a JRE associated with the Browser or if the JRE version is below 1.
2. g. The D2CIM-DVUSB-HDMI CIM does not support HDCP or embedded audio. For some servers, the “DVI Compatibility Mode,” which provides a DVI compatible video signal, will provide improved video quality. This can be set on the Port Configuration page. h. The D2CIM-DVUSB-DP does not support DPCP or embedded audio. Dual Video Support: a. 3. 4. Both the primary and secondary ports should use the same video resolution and port permissions. b.
2. g. As there is much diversity in Linux’s support of audio, consult the User Guide for more information. for Apple Mac clients, but is not supported on Solaris clients. h. For audio recording, ensure that the audio device level is set appropriately on the client PC. distortion. i. Due to varying USB implementations, on some target servers, simultaneous playback and recording may not be supported. Selecting an audio format that requires less bandwidth may be required.
Release 2.3 (Tiering) Important Notes and Information: 1. 2. 3. For Dominion KXII to KX II tiering: a. Two levels of tiering are supported; up to 1024 target servers can be connected. Multiple, tiered KX II switches can be connected to a base KX II switch and accessed either locally or remotely from the base KX II switch. b. There are two ways to physically connect the local ports of the tiered switches to the base switch.
4. Paragon II Dual CIMS (P2CIM-APS2DUAL and P2CIM-AUSBDUAL): a. The Paragon Dual CIMs are basic CIMs, so advanced features such as: Virtual Media, Smart Card, Absolute Mouse Mode, blade servers, tiering are not supported. b. You must configure both KX II’s for c. The KX II user group level PC-share permissions are not supported with these CIMs. d. Note that CIM name changes are not updated on the other KX II switch until that switch attempts to connect to that port.
Release 2.2 Important Notes and Information: 1. Microsoft’s Internet Explorer (IE6 and above) must be used to launch AKC. Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 user desktops are supported. Microsoft’s .NET Framework 3.5 is required. 2. AKC can be launched from IE using HTTPS or HTTP with the following syntax: http[s]:///akc/ The “Enable AKC Download Server Certificate Validation” check box on the “Device Settings” page controls how AKC is launched by IE.
server. Supported transmission protocols supported (used by the smart card) are T=0 and T=1. For more information, see the “Minimum System Requirements” in the “Smart Card Readers” section in Appendix A of the Dominion KX II User Guide. 4. For a list of tested and certified Smart Card Readers, see “Supported and Unsupported Smart Card Readers” in the “Smart Card Readers” section in Appendix A of the Dominion KX II User Guide. 5.
4. c. P2-UST: V5-1FE - P2 4.5 GA release version or later d. P2-EUST: EUST-3F0 - P2 4.5 GA release version or later The recommended distance between the extended local port station and the Dominion KX II is given in the table below. The distance can vary according to the type of user station, the video resolution, cable type/quality and environmental conditions.
9. In a CC-SG environment, once a blade chassis type port has been configured on the KX II, the blade chassis should not be moved to another port. 10. The blade server feature is not currently supported by the Dominion KX II-101 and the KSX II products. 11. When blade chassis type ports are connected to the KX II, the User Management Group page must be edited remotely, rather than from the local port. 12. CC-SG 4.1 (or later) is required for use with Release 2.2 and the blade server feature.
Server Video Resolution Distance 1024x768 (and below) 150 feet 1280x1024 100 feet 1600x1200 50 feet 14. To further minimize network bandwidth for lower bandwidth situations, set the “Noise Filter” on the “Video Settings” panel in the remote clients above the default value of 2 - values of 3 or 4 are recommended. 15. In general, most administrative functions are available on the remote and local consoles. But some functions, by their nature, are only available on one console.
Firmware Upgrades: Raritan provides new firmware upgrade releases that contain software enhancements, new features, and improvements. These upgrades are available on the Raritan Website: www.raritan.com. Please go to the Support section and click on Firmware Upgrades and then Dominion KX II in the left navigation panel, or go directly to: http://www.raritan.com/support/firmwareupgrades/dominionkxii Locate the entry for the new firmware release.
4. Click on the “Firmware Upgrade” command on the “Maintenance” menu. 5. Browse to locate the .rfp file containing the update. Click the “Upload” button. displayed. Click the “Upgrade” button to start the upgrade. 6. The current and future versions will be The firmware upgrade will then proceed: a. You cannot operate the KX II during the upgrade. b. The upgrade panel will inform you of the progress of the upgrade. This upgrade step will take up to 15 minutes or more.
