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KVM Switch Modules

■ Introduction

Overview… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… .1

Package Content… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ...… .4

Features… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ...5

Configurations… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 7

■ Installation

Cables … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .9

Device Connection… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ..… .10

Initial Power-up… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 13

■ Operation

Push Buttons… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 14

OSD (On-Screen Display) Operation… … … … … … … … … … … … … … ....15

Hotkey Commands… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ......21

■ Cascade Configuration

Connection… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ....24

Change Configuration while Running… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 25

■ Sun/Mac Keyboard Mapping

■ Appendices

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

Troubleshooting… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ....29

Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the Installation

procedures to prevent any damage to the DIGITUS® or any connecting device.

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Summary of content (33 pages)

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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules ■ Introduction Overview… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… .1 Package Content… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ...… .4 Features… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ...5 Configurations… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 7 ■ Installation Cables … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .9 Device Connection… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ..… .
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Note: When connected to the LCD Console Drawer, the console port of the KVM Switch Module is not applicable.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles ------------------------ Introduction Overview The combination of DIGITUS® Console Drawer and DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module offers the latest and the most efficient way of controlling server rooms and multiple computers. Many DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules are available to control from 8 to 136 servers by the DIGITUS® Console Drawer or another set of console 100ft (30m) away; it is the ultimate tool for server management.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles To console DS-11210 PS/2 and USB Connection l Slim PS/2 Modules with special 1-to-3 connectors for PS/2 keyboard, mouse and monitor (HDB15).
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Module Hybrid Slim DS-11210 For Computer Interface USB + PS/2 DS-13210, DS-14210 USB + PS/2 Product On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu With an DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module, 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.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Package Content KVM Switch x 1 Bracket x 2 (For 8/16-port modules only) User’ s Manual x 1 Screws x 1 pack * Power Adapter is come with the LCD Console Drawer Packaging, NOT with this packaging.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles General Features n Cascade configuration expands system capability n Auto-scan automatically selects computers sequentially n Supports most of mice such as Microsoft IntelliMouse (Pro), Explorer, Optical, and so on n Assign computers with unique and meaningful names n Identify and select computers by the names n Programmable scan filters unused computers n Store system settings and name entries to non-volatile memory n Password security locks comput
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Features for Hybrid “USB + PS/2”KVM Switch Module DS-11210 l Supports computers with either PS/2 or USB interface l Supports Sun servers, HP servers and Mac Features for Slim “USB + PS/2” KVM Switch Modules DS-13210, DS-14210 l Unique loose-free, 1-to-3 / 1-to-2 cables save spaces, ideal for computers with PS/2 or USB interfaces, such as PC, USB-Sun and USB-Mac.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Configurations DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules are available for 8, and 16 ports with various interfaces. For the applications of requiring many computers, DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules can be cascaded in a master/slave configuration. Single DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module Configuration Combined with an DIGITUS® Console, the DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module can be connected to multiple computers with keyboard, mouse, and monitor cables as shown below.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module in cascade (Master/Slave) Configuration You can connect a second level of one or more DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules to a Master unit. Cascade configuration expands system ability, allowing you to select computers connected to the Master or Slaves. There is only one Master that connects to the DIGITUS® Console directly operated by a user.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles ------------------------ Installation Cables Using the following cables to connect computers with PS/2 interface. 1-to-3 cable for PS/2 Computers 3-to-3 cable for PS/2 Computers Using the following cables to connect computers with USB interface.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Device Connection l Hybrid “PS/2 + USB”Module I. DS-11210 You can only connect to a computer using either PS/2 or USB port. -- To a USB Computer: Connect the standard VGA cable and a USB A-B cable to the computer and DS-11210 as shown in Figure A. The computer can be a USB-ready PC, Sun, HP server, or a Mac.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Figure B: DS-11210 with PS/2 Computer Connection Diagram -- To a Laptop Computer: In most cases, all you need is one VGA cable and one USB A-B connected between the DS-11210 and your laptop; however, some laptop computers do not follow industry standard, please check your laptop user's manual for details. -- To a KVM Switch: with cascading with a KVM switch, the DS-11210 can control up to 16 computers.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Slim Modules DS-13210, DS-14210 Use only the special cables as shown below. l 1-to-2 Cable For USB Computers DS-1921x 1-to-3 Cable For PS/2 Computers DS-1911x Connection from a Slim DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module to a PS/2 computer or a USB computer is shown below.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles A Module as a Slave or a Stand-alone KVM Switch A slave DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module (see Cascade Configuration chapter) may be mounted to the rear vertical poles inside a rack cabinet by the rear brackets with connectors to computers facing rear, as shown below.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles ------------------------ Operation Push-Buttons A computer may be selected by pressing the push button directly, by issuing hotkey commands or by activating the OSD window. The indicator changes to reflect the computer port selected (red). The indicator flashes red when it is in either Auto Scan or Manual Scan mode. Note: For 16-port Modules: 1 ~ 8 represent the lower 8 ports and A ~ H for the higher 8 ports.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles OSD (On-Screen-Display) Operation Figure C: OSD Screen Illustration Only Hybrid Module offers F5, see Function key F5 By hitting the left Ctrl key twice within two seconds, you may see the 'Hotkey Menu' if it is enabled (an OSD option). Or, by hitting the left Ctrl key three times within two seconds, you will see a 'KVM MENU' screen showing a list of the computers with corresponding port numbers, names and status, see Figure C.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles the number at the left of the triangle mark shows the number of ports the Slave has, i.e. 84for an 8-port Switch. ENTER key brings you one level down and another screen pops up listing the names of the computers on that Slave. The name of the Slave will be shown at the upper right corner of the OSD menu. It is useful to group computers and still be able to see the group name.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles marked with a triangle (4) indicating there are options to choose from. Using the “ é ” and “ ê “ arrow keys, select the functions and press ENTER . Available options will be shown in the middle of the screen. Again, using the “é ” and “ê “ arrow keys to view options then press ENTER to select it. You can press ESC to exit at any time.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles 'Off', audio selection stops following computer selection. It is useful if you want to listen to a particular computer's audio signal while operating other computers. The non-volatile memory stores the Audio Stick setting. n Scan Type Ready PC +N: In Scan mode, scan through power-on and eye mark selected computers. Ready PC: In Scan mode, scan through power-on computers.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles n Position The position of the selected computer name and/or OSD status is displayed on screen during the operation. The actual display position shifts due to the different VGA resolution, the higher the resolution the higher the display position. The non-volatile memory stores the Position setting. Upper Left, Upper Right, Lower Left, Lower Right. Middle.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles OSD Screen for USB+PS/2 Module and the Sun Mark = ESC : To exit the OSD, press the ESC key. Hotkey commands Hotkey command is a short keyboard sequence to select a computer, to activate computer scan, etc. DIGITUS® interprets keystrokes for hotkeys all the time. A hotkey sequence starts with two left Ctrl keystrokes followed by one or two more keystrokes.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles g To select a computer by hotkey command, you must know its port number, which is determined by the DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module connection. For a computer connected to a Master, its port is represented by the PC port label (1~8 or A~H). For a computer connected to a Slave, two characters represent its port. The first character is the port number of the Master unit (1~8) and the second one is the port number of the Slave (1~8 or A~H).
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles BIOS and any operating system: Left Ctrl + left Ctrl + F4 The DIGITUS® generates 1 to 4 beeps corresponding to 10, 15, 20, and 30 characters/sec respectively. g Audio Stick An optional multimedia Module can be LINKed to the back of each DIGITUS® for selecting microphone and stereo speaker signals. There are two options for Audio Stick: ON and Off. When set to 'On', audio selection follows computer selection.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles -------------------- Cascade Configuration Connection Before connecting a device (a computer or a Slave KVM Switch Module) to the Master DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module under power, you must turn off the device. Note: The Master must have equal or more 'PC x' ports than that of the Slave, i.e., if DS-13210 is the master, DS-13210 can be a Slave, but not the DS-14210.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Cascaded 8-Port DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules For OSD menu: After connection completes, you should re-activate the OSD menu to check if the Master recognizes the Slaves. A triangle mark (4) is placed to the right of the channel name indicating the port is connected to a Slave not a computer. A number to the left of the triangle mark indicates the Slave Module, i.e. 84 for an 8-port Switch Module.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles --------------- Sun/Mac Keyboard Mapping The KVM modules emulate a Sun’ s keyboard and mouse when a computer is marked with a Sun in OSD menu by Function key F5 . A Sun keyboard has more keys than a standard PS/2 one. These extra keys are simulated by tapping the lower-right Ctrl followed by one of the function keys on a PS/2 keyboard (i.e. combo key).
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Hybrid Modules User port number Computer port number Cascade control PC number Hybrid DS-11210 N/A 1 Up to 16* Cable type 2-to-2 / 3-to-3 Cable Applicable to computer On-screen display (OSD) Push button control Hot plug-and-play Rack-mounted Automatic scan interval Programmable scan pattern PS/2 PC, Sun**, Mac N/A N/A Yes Yes, 19” industry-standard N/A N/A 30M (100ft) at CONSOLE 30M (100ft) at PC ports for PS/2 5M at PC ports for USB 1920 x 14
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Slim Modules Specifications Slim USB+PS/2 DS-13210 DS-14210 User port number 1 1 Computer port number Cascade control PC number 8 16 Up to 64* Up to 136* Cable type 1-to-3 / 1-to-2 Cable Applicable to computer PS/2 PC, Sun**, Mac On-screen display (OSD) Yes Push button control 8, available when connected to a KVM drawer ( 8/16 Port ) 4, available when connected to a KVM drawer ( 4 Port ) Hot plug-and-play Yes Hotkey control Yes
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles 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 DIGITUS®. Symptom Possible causes Recommended solutions Nothing works. Bad connection at the Push the assembled drawer and the KVM C-36 connectors. Module box firmly together leaving only 8mm (5/16 inch) space in between.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Unable to operate Incorrect KVM Module. USB-ready Sun server. Use only the hybrid PS/2 + USB KVM Module. Keyboard error on boot. Loose keyboard connection. Alphabets on the TFT Improper resolution LCD display are blur or settings. have shadows. I forget the password. Bad memory. Invoke the OSD menu, move the light bar to the port, press F5 to set the Sun mark on. Make sure keyboard cables are Well seated.
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DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module for modular based TFT consoles Double OSD images at Improper slave cascade configuration. connection procedure. Press push-buttons 1 and 2 down for 2 seconds to activate K/M RESET. Remove any possible power supply to the Slave (unplug all cables), before connecting it to the Master. OSD menu is not at the OSD menu has fixed Use F4 : More\Position to select UL or proper position. resolution and its size UR.
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From Map to PS/2 keyboard Sun keyboard right - Ctrl 1 right - Ctrl 2 right - Ctrl 3 right - Ctrl 4 right - Ctrl F1 Stop right - Ctrl F2 Again right - Ctrl F3 Props right - Ctrl F4 Undo right - Ctrl F5 Front right - Ctrl F6 Copy right - Ctrl F7 Open right - Ctrl F8 Paste right - Ctrl F9 Find right - Ctrl F10 Cut right - Ctrl H right - note Help right - ¨ left - left - ¨ Compose right - Alt Alt Graph left - Alt Alt From Map to PS/2 keyboa