Extron Electronics FOX Matrix 14400 User Guide - Manual (Page 11)

Operational reliability — The FOX matrix switcher can support round-the-clock operation
in mission-critical applications, using a combination of hot-swappable components and
redundant power supplies.
• Field upgradable, hot-swappable modular design — You can repair, upgrade,
reconfigure, or expand the matrix by simply installing a new I/O board or replacing a
board of one type with one of another. Hot-swappable components let you replace any
I/O board at any time without powering down the switcher.
• Primary and redundant, hot-swappable power supplies — The hot-swappable,
externally mounted redundant power supply is configured to automatically take over the
load from the primary supply in the case of a failure.
The complete power circuit, from the plug, through the power supply, to the insertion of
the power onto the power distribution plane, is separate and redundant (see figure 2).
If the installation includes uninterruptible or completely separate power sources, the
switcher remains powered up through any power interruption except a simultaneous
loss of power on both power sources.
AC
Power
Primary
Power
Supply
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Redundant
Power
Supply
AC
Power
Primary
Power
Supply 2
Primary
Power
Supply 1
Redundant
Power
Supply 1
Redundant
Power
Supply 2
AC
Power AC
Power
Figure 2. Redundant Power Supply Backs up Primary
The hot-swappable redundant power supply means no downtime for the switcher and
no loss of functionality should one power supply fail. Should a primary power supply fail,
the redundant power supply immediately assumes the load of the failed primary supply.
A failed power supply is easily replaceable from the rear at any time without powering
down the matrix and with no tools required.
• Ease of maintenance — A failed power supply can be easily replaceable from the rear
at any time without powering down the matrix, and with no tools required.
• Power supply status LEDs — Front panel and rear panel LEDs indicate the status of
the primary and redundant power supplies.
• Hot-swappable fans — The hot-swappable, externally mounted fans allow quick
replacement to avert overheating in the case of a failure. Fans can be replaced without
powering down the switcher.
Operational flexibility — Operations such as input and output selection and setting of
presets can be performed via the Ethernet port or either serial port. The serial ports allow
remote control via a PC or a control system. The Ethernet link allows multiple remote links
with two levels of password protection.
• Windows-based Matrix Switchers Control Program
• Simple Instruction Set (SIS)
• Remote control panels and keypads
SNMP support for remote monitoring — Supports the Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP) internet-standard protocol, allowing IT personnel to manage devices on
the IP network.
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