Switch User Manual

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Table of Contents

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Introduction

Overview……………………………………..………….…………1

Features………………………………………..….…………….…3

Configurations………………….………………..………………...4

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Installation

Device Connection…………………..…………..………….…….7

Initial Power-up…………………..………………..….……….…..9

Optional Rack Mount Accessories…………….…………..…..10

Multimedia Module…………….………………………………...12

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Operation

Front Panel Push Buttons………….…………………..……....13

OSD(On-Screen Display)Operation………….……………......14

Hot-key Commands…………………………..………...............19

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Cascade Configuration

Connection………….…………………………..………....….....21

Change Configuration while Running………..……….....…….23

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Multi-access KVM Switch

Overview…………......…………………………………...……...25

Connections……......…………………………………………….25

Operation..……......…………………………………………..….26

Configuration……......……………….…………………………..26

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Appendices

Specifications……......…………………………………….........27

Troubleshooting……......………………………………………..28

Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the

Installation

procedures to prevent any damage to the

KVM Switch or any connecting device.

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Introduction

IntroductionIntroduction

Introduction

Overview

One-Console KVM Switches

The KVM Switch allows you to access multiple computers from

one

keyboard, mouse and monitor. There is no interface card or

software to configure. Installation is as easy as connecting cables

between the KVM Switch and your computers. Operation is as

simple as pressing push button, entering hot-key command and

navigating through the user-friendly on-screen menu (available on

models with OSD support). Depending on the model you have, it

switches up to 4 (KNV104), 8 (KNV108) or 16 (KNV116D)

IBM-compatible computers. The KVM Switch is independent of the

computer operating system.

Two-Console KVM Switches

The advanced multi-access KVM Switches enable you to control

multiple computers from

one out of two

locations, remote or local

with two keyboards, mice and monitors. KNV2108D controls 8

computers and KNV2116D controls 16 computers.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

For KNV104D, KNV108D, KNV116D

KNV2108D, KNV2116D models

For KVM Switches with built-in OSD control, you can name your

computers, switch to a computer from a list, configure settings with

easy-to-use menus, view the name of the selected computer

on-screen with programmable time interval. The OSD menu

displays the system status throughout operation.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Table of Contents ■ Introduction Overview……………………………………..………….…………1 Features………………………………………..….…………….…3 Configurations………………….………………..………………...4 ■ Installation Device Connection…………………..…………..………….…….7 Initial Power-up…………………..………………..….……….…..9 Optional Rack Mount Accessories…………….…………..…..10 Multimedia Module…………….………………………………...12 ■ Operation Front Panel Push Buttons………….…………………..……....13 OSD(On-Screen Display)Operation………….……………......14 Hot-key Commands…………………………..………...............
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Features Automatic Mouse Conversion The KVM Switch enables you to connect computers with PS/2 or serial mouse ports (using adapters supplied with each KVM Switch) and control the computers from one PS/2 mouse. The KVM Switch automatically identifies the mouse and adapts proper mouse protocol. High Video Quality The KVM Switch supports VGA resolution up to 1920 x 1440 without any degradation.
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Configurations Cascade (Master/Slave) Configuration The KVM Switch has several models each supporting a different number of computers. For applications with a large number of computers, KVM Switches can be cascaded in a master/slave configuration to support even more computers. Single KVM Switch Configuration Connect a PS/2 keyboard, a PS/2 mouse and a VGA multi-sync monitor directly to the Master’s CONSOLE port.
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------------------------ Installation Installation Device Connection The monitor connected to the HD-DB-15 VGA port of a Master CONSOLE must be multisync capable of synchronizing with the computer's video signal. If you are uncertain about the monitor type, please consult the monitor user's manual. Connect a PS/2 mouse and a keyboard to the CONSOLE port marked with a mouse and a keyboard respectively as shown in figure 3. [NOTE: Only a PS/2 mouse can be connected to the CONSOLE mouse port.
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Determine the port address of each computer. For computers using PS/2 mouse, connect the computer's mouse and keyboard cables to the KVM Switch connectors marked with a mouse and keyboard respectively, as shown in figure 4. Initial Power-Up Make sure all computers and KVM Switches are powered down during installation. You must power up the Master KVM Switch before turning on any other devices. For single KVM Switch: 1) Apply a power adapter to the Master. 2) Turn on computers.
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Optional Rack Mount Accessories Figure 7 shows how to assemble rack cable support then screw it to the back and inside the rack cabinet vertical post. Figure 6 shows how to attach optional mounting brackets to the KVM Switch unit for standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Figure 6: Attaching rack mount bracket Figure 7: Assembling rack cable support Then, keyboard/mouse/monitor cables can be routed over the cable support.
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------------------------ Operation Multimedia Module An optional multimedia A/V module (MAV108) is used to select microphone, speaker and monitor signals from one out of eight or 16 computers. The A/V module is connected to the LINK port on the rear panel via an mini-DIN-8 connector. When a computer is selected, the microphone signal is directed to that computer, speaker and monitor signal source from the same computer.
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OSD (On-Screen-Display) Operation KNV104D,KNV108D,KNV116D,KNV2108D,KNV2116D red, same as the front indicator, to the right of the OSD title 'KVM MENU'. The color of a device name is green if it has power and is ready for selection (its corresponding front panel indicator is green), or the color is white as it has no power. OSD menu updates the color when it is activated. Use the and arrow keys to highlight a computer and the key to select it.
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off. If Scan Type is 'Ready PC +1', only the power-on and eye mark selected computers will be displayed sequentially in Scan mode. Function key : To lock a device (a computer or a Slave) from unauthorized access, use Security. Security is effective for only one device (a computer or a Slave). To lock a device, use the and arrow keys to highlight it, then press . Now, enter up to 4 characters (‘A’~’Z’, ‘0’~’9, ‘-‘) followed by as new password.
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computers. The non-volatile memory stores the Scan Type setting. Scan Rate Sets the duration of a computer displayed in Auto Scan mode. The options are 3 seconds, 8 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. The non-volatile memory stores the Scan Rate setting. UL as Upper Left, UR as Upper Right, LL as Lower Left, LR as Lower Right. MI as MIddle, ESC: To exit the OSD, press the key.
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Hot-key commands Hot-key command is a short keyboard sequence to select a computer, to activate computer scan, etc. The KVM Switch interprets keystrokes for hot-keys all the time. A hot-key sequence starts with two left keystrokes followed by one or two more keystrokes. A built-in buzzer generates a high-pitch beep for correct hot-key command; otherwise, one low-pitch beep for error and the bad key sequence will not be forwarded to the selected computer.
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--------------- Cascade Configuration Connection Before connecting a device (a computer or a Slave) to the Master under power, you must turn off the device. The Master must have equal or more 'PC x' ports than that of the Slave, i.e., if KNV108 is the master, KNV108 and KNV104 can be Slaves, but KNV116D can not. The ports labeled "PC 1"~”PC 8” can be connected to either a computer or a Slave's CONSOLE port, as shown in figure 10. The ports “PC A"~”PC H” can only be connected to a computer.
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For OSD model: After connection completes, you should re-activate the OSD menu to check if the Master recognizes the Slaves. A triangle mark ( ) is placed to the right of the port name indicating the port is connected to a Slave not a computer. A number to the left of the triangle mark indicates the Slave model, i.e. 8 for KNV108 or KNV108D. Change Configuration while Running Devices at any 'PC x' port can be changed at any time after initial power-up.
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------------------------ Appendices Operation On power up, the KNV2108D and KNV2116D are in Idle mode broadcasting VGA signal from the selected computer and detecting for keyboard and mouse activity. User LEDs (marked with reverse white A and B) are both red indicating the KVM Switch is not in use. Specifications: When keyboard or mouse activity is detected at one CONSOLE, the KVM Switch immediately disables the other CONSOLE from accessing the computer.
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Troubleshooting: Ensure that all cables are well seated. Check that keyboard/mouse cables are not swapped. Label and bundle the cables for each computer to avoid confusion when connected to the KVM Switch. Symptom Possible causes Recommended solutions No OSD screen .No power to KVM Switch .Establish power by turning on computers, wait, press left CTRL keys several times. .Loose monitor connection .Reconnect monitor Monitor not multi-sync .Use multi-sync monitor Keyboard error .Loose keyboard .
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Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR FINANCIAL LOSS WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EXCEEDS THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PDOCUDT.