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Power on/off switch Modem LAN interface
Power connectors Terminal port Console ports
a. Connect one end of a standard Cat5 Ethernet cable to one of the console ports on the DSX.
b. Connect the other end to a Raritan Nulling Serial Adapter (p/n ASCSDB9F, ASCSDB9M,
ASCSDB25F, ASCSDB25M) as appropriate.
c. Connect the adapter to the console port on the target device
Important Note:
Many Cisco and Sun devices have console ports with non-standard RJ-45 connections.
Most can be connected to the DSX with a “serial rollover cable.” This is NOT a standard Ethernet cable
or crossover Ethernet cable. If you have misplaced the rollover cable that came with your Cisco or Sun
device, you can purchase one from Raritan (Part Number CRLVR-15 or CRLVR-1).
What You’ve Got
Check the contents of the carton containing the DSX.
This is what you should have:
DSX unit
Rack mount kit (depending upon the DSX model)
1 or 2 power cords (depending on the DSX model)
RJ-45 adapter (for loopback testing of console ports)
CD-ROM and warranty card
If any piece is missing or damaged, contact your Raritan sales representative
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What Else You’ll Need
In addition to the equipment in the carton, you will need:
1 crossover Ethernet cable to configure the DSX through a browser-based
interface, or
1 null modem cable to configure the DSX through a command line interface,
and
Enough cables to connect your managed devices to the DSX. Refer to the
Raritan Price book for the types of cables needed for each type of device
you intend to connect.
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Factory Defaults
The DSX unit is shipped from the factory with the following default settings built
in:
Setting
Default
IP address
192.168.0.192
Subnet mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway
192.168.0.192
Username
admin (all lowercase)
Password
raritan (all lowercase)
Unit name
DominionSX
Connect the Target Devices
The DSX comes in a variety of models. The model shown above contains two
power outlets, one LAN interface, and 32 console ports. Your model may differ,
but this will not affect the following installation instructions.
Install the DSX in your chosen location. Rack mounting is recommended but
not required.
Connect the power cord to the power connector on the DSX and to an
external power source. If your unit has two power connectors, you can
connect the second power connector to a backup power source.
Flip the power switch to turn the DSX unit on. The unit performs a hardware
and firmware self test. The software boot sequence starts and is complete
when the light goes on and remains on.
Connect your target servers or other serially managed devices to the
console ports on the DSX.
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Configure the DSX Using a Browser
You can configure the DSX using a Web browser or a command line interface
(CLI). If you prefer a CLI, skip this section and proceed directly to the next
section.
Connect a computer to the LAN interface on the DSX using a crossover
Ethernet cable. If your DSX has two LAN interfaces, use LAN1.
Make sure the computer has a route to the DSX’s default IP address
(192.168.0.192). Open a console window and enter the route print
command. If the default IP address is NOT on the Active Routes list, do
the following:
a. On a Windows machine, type ipconfig and note your IP address. Then
type:
route add 192.168.0.192
<installation computer IP address>
b. On a Unix or Linux machine, type ifconfig and note your IP address.
Then type:
route add 192.168.0.192
<installation computer IP address> -interface
c. Type:
ping 192.168.0.192
This should produce a reply. If it does not,
check the physical connection between the computer and the DSX,
and make sure you executed the route add command correctly.
3. Open a browser and enter this URL:
http://192.168.0.192
4. When the Login window appears, enter the default username (admin)
and password (raritan). Use all lowercase letters.
5. You will be prompted to change the default password. Do so now, and
be sure to remember this password for future login.
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255-60-2010-00
6. Choose Setup > Network. In the Network Basic Settings panel, select an IP configuration method (
DHCP is enabled by default), give DSX an IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address on your
LAN. You can give the unit a name to help identify it (up to 64 characters, but special characters and
spaces are not allowed.) and a domain (required to send SMTP messages).
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