Belkin F1DS102T User Manual

OmniView

SOHO Series User Manual

™

F1D5102P F1DS104P

F1DS102T F1DS104T

Table of Contents

Overview

Feature Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Equipment Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Unit Display Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Installation

Pre-Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

PS/2 Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15

USB Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-20

Powering up the Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Using your SOHO Series KVM Switch

Selecting a Computer Using Front-Panel Selector Buttons . . . . .21

Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands .21-22

AutoScan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Belkin KVM Switches and Accessories

OmniView KVM Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24

OmniView KVM Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

OmniView Accessories and Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27

FAQ SOHO Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-31

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-36

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Belkin OmniView KVM switch. Our diverse line of quality KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering quality and durability at an affordable price. Engineered to give you control over multiple computers/servers from one console, Belkin KVM switches come in a variety of capacities suitable for all configurations, large or small. This compact, affordable Belkin OmniView KVM switch is backed by a Belkin Two-Year Warranty and free technical support.

This manual will provide details about your new OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch, from installation and operation, to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem.

For easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included with your switch.

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch. We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are being used in server rooms and test labs worldwide.

Contents of Package:

• OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch

• Attachable Base

• DB25 to RJ45 Serial Flash Cable

• Two PS/2 to PS/2 Extension Cables

• User’s Manual

• Quick Installation Guide

OVERVIEW

The Belkin OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch allows you to control up to four computers, depending on the model, with one keyboard, monitor, and mouse. All SOHO Series KVM Switches support PS/2 input devices (keyboard and mouse) as well as VGA, SVGA, XGA, and XGAII video.

The OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch you have purchased supports either PS/2 output for computers (F1DS102P or F1DS104P), or both PS/2 and USB output for both USB and PS/2 computers (F1DS102T or F1DS104T). Consult the packaging notation to ascertain which KVM you have purchased, and consult your computer manufacturer’s literature if you are not sure about which OmniView SOHO Series KVM product you need.

Features Overview

Hot Keys:

Hot keys allow you to select ports using designated key commands. Control up to four computers, depending on the model, using a simple hot key sequence on your keyboard. Full hot key instructions for usage and commands are located in this manual, on pages 21 and 22.

AutoScan:

The AutoScan feature allows you to automatically scan and monitor the activities of all operating computers connected to your KVM Switch one by one. AutoScan usage instructions are located in this manual, on page 22.

Video Resolution:

With a 400MHz bandwidth, the OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch is able to support video resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz. To preserve signal integrity at high resolutions, 75-Ohm coaxial VGA cabling is required.

Flash Upgrade:

Flash upgradeability allows you to obtain the latest firmware upgrades for your KVM Switch. These upgrades will let your KVM Switch continue to be compatible with the latest devices and computers. Firmware upgrades are free for the lifetime of the product. Visit belkin.com for upgrade information and support or see the enclosed instruction document.

Microphone/Audio Support:

The OmniView SOHO Series has been designed with built-in microphone and speaker jacks to support the growth of multimedia use in small-office and home-office environments. This feature eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect these devices when switching between computers and reduces the clutter on your desktop with fewer speakers.

Front-Panel Push Button:

Push buttons conveniently located on the front face of the OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch allow for simple, manual port selection.

Cable Management:

The designed enclosure offers built-in cable management to contain connected cables. Once the cables have been connected and the shroud slid into place, the cables are conveniently maintained through the back opening.

LED Display:

An LED display is added to the face of the OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch for easy status monitoring. A lit LED indicates which computer the console has control of. The corresponding port selection button is located next to the LED. When pushed, the LED should light next to the port button selected.

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Equipment Requirements

Cables:

For each PS/2 computer to be connected to the OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch, one VGA cable, one PS/2 keyboard cable, and one PS/2 mouse cable is necessary. Keyboard and mouse cables must have PS/2 male to PS/2 male connectors. For USB computers, one VGA cable and one USB A-to-B cable is required.

To support resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz, use of a 75-Ohm coaxial VGA cable is required to preserve signal integrity. Cables must have HDDB15 female to HDDB15 male connectors.

The Belkin OmniView All-In-One Cable Kits offer the highest quality possible to ensure that your data is optimally transmitted. All-in-One Cable Kits are molded together for clean and organized setup, and include PC99 color-coded connectors for easier identification and connection. Double-shielded, strain-relief, ferrite-bead, PRO Series Plus Cable Kits include an industry-standard, 14-pin coaxial VGA cable and nickel-plated connectors for high-resolution applications. The Gold Series Cable Kits have a custom 15-pin coaxial VGA cable and gold-plated connectors for superior clarity and connectivity for maximum resolution. Cable Kits are available in USB and PS/2 protocols. Please refer to your OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch to determine if it supports USB. The following cable kits are recommended for your OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch:

F3X1105-XX (PS/2 Style) F3X1835-XX-GLD (PS/2 Style)

Operating Systems

OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switches are for use on CPUs using:

Platforms:

• Windows

• DOS

• Linux

• Novell®NetWare®4.x/5.x

Keyboards:

• Supports 101-/102-/104-key keyboards

Mice:

• Microsoft

• Microsoft compatible DB9 serial mice (with use of adapter)

Monitor:

• VGA

• SVGA

• MultiSync

Microphone:

Multimedia microphone/stereo with 3.5mm connectors

Audio:

Multimedia speaker/stereo with 3.5mm connectors

Optional Power Supply:

An optional 9V 600mA power supply is available. Visit belkin.com for ordering information.

3.x/95/98/2000/Me/NT®/XP

compatible PS/2 mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons

F3X1962-XX (USB Style) F3X1895-XX-GLD (USB Style)

(-XX designates the length in feet)

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Port status indicator LEDs

Manual port selection buttons

Removable shroud

Base

2nd computer VGA port–VGA 2

2nd computer PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports

Console PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports

Console VGA port

2nd computer USB port–USB 2

2nd computer audio/microphone jacks

1st computer USB port–USB 1

1st computer audio/microphone jacks

1st computer VGA port–VGA 1

Console audio/ microphone jacks

DC power jack

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INSTALLATION

Specifications

Part No.: F1DS102P, F1DS104P Power: By PS/2 keyboard port or optional

9V DC, 600mA AC adapter with center pin positive polarity

PCs Supported: 2 (F1DS102P), 4 (F1DS104P)

Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 Mouse Emulation: PS/2 Monitor Supported:VGA and SVGA

MultiSync

Max Resolution: 2048X1536@85Hz Keyboard Input:

6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Mouse Input:

6-pin miniDIN (PS/2)

Audio Input/Output:

3.5mm jack

Microphone Input/Output:

3.5mm jack

VGA Port: 15-pin HDDB type LED Indicators: 2 (F1DS102P),

4 (F1DS104P)

Enclosure: High-impact plastic Dimensions:

F1DS102P (H)6.75 x (W)4.25 x (D)7.75 inches (H)17.2 x (W)10.8 x (D)19.7 centimeters

F1DS104P (H)7.75 x (W)4.75 x (D)9.5 inches (H)19.7 x (W)12.1 x (D)24.1 centimeters

Weight:

F1DS102P 1.5 lbs. (0.68kg.) F1DS104P 2.0 lbs. (0.91kg.)

Operating T emp:32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing Warranty: 5 years

, LCD (with use of adapter cable)

Part No.: F1DS102T, F1DS104T Power: By PS/2 keyboard port, USB port, or

optional 9V DC, 600mA AC adapter with center pin positive polarity

PCs Supported: 2 (F1DS102T), 4 (F1DS104T)

Keyboard Emulation: USB, PS/2 Mouse Emulation: USB and PS/2 Monitor Supported:VGA and

SVGA MultiSync, LCD (with use of adapter cable)

Max Resolution: 2048X1536@85Hz Keyboard Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Mouse Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Audio Input/Output: 3.5mm jack

Microphone Input/Output: 3.5mm jack VGA Port: 15-pin HDDB type LED Indicators: 2 (F1DS102T), 4

(F1DS104T)

Enclosure: High-impact plastic Dimensions:

F1DS102T (H)6.75 x (W)4.25 x (D)7.75 inches (H)17.2 x (W)10.8 x (D)19.7 centimeters

F1DS104T (H)7.75 x (W)4.75 x (D)9.5 inches (H)19.7 x (W)12.1 x (D)24.1 centimeters

Weight:

F1DS102T 1.5 lbs. (0.68kg.) F1DS104T 2.0 lbs. (0.91kg.)

Operating T emp:32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing Warranty: 5 years

Note: Specifications are subject to change

without notice.

Pre-Configuration

Where to Place the KVM Switch:

The compact size of the OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch makes it perfect for desktop placement. Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: whether or not you intend to use the manual push buttons for selecting ports; the length of the cables attached to your keyboard, mouse, and monitor; the location of your CPUs from your console; and the length of the cables you use to connect your computers to the KVM.

Cable Distance Requirements:For PS/2 computers: VGA signals are best retained when transmitted up to 25 feet (7.5m). Beyond 25 feet (7.5m), probability of video degradation increases with an increase in distance. For this reason, your PS/2 computer should be placed within 25 feet (7.5m) of the KVM Switch.

Note: If your computer needs to be more than 25 feet (7.5m) from

the KVM Switch, you can use the Belkin CAT5 Extender to extend your PS/2 keyboard,PS/2 mouse, and monitor up to 500 feet (152.4m) away using standard CAT5 UTP cable.

For USB computers: USB signals are the strongest when transmitted up to 15 feet (4.5m) between the KVM and the CPU. Beyond 15 feet (4.5m), probability of signal degradation, which can cause the device to fail, is likely.

Cautions and Warnings:

Avoid having cables near fluorescent lights, air conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).

INSTALLATION

PS/2 INSTALLATION

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single SOHO Series KVM Switch. (F1DS102P, F1DS104P, F1DS102T, or F1DS104T)

Important Note:

Before attempting to connect anything to the SOHO Series KVM Switch or into your computer(s), make sure that everything is powered off.Plugging and unplugging cables while computers are powered on may cause irreversible damage to the computers and KVM Switch. Belkin Components will not be responsible for damage caused by these actions.

Installing the SOHO Series KVM Base:

Hold the main housing with one hand and the base with the other. With the narrow part of the base facing towards the rear of the

housing, align the hooks of the base to the base holes located underneath the housing. Put the hooks through the holes and push the base toward the front of the housing to lock the base into place. See fig. 3.

PS/2 Installation: Keyboard, Video, and Mouse Connections

CONNECT THE CONSOLE:

1. Connect the monitor to the SOHO Series KVM Switch. Using the cable that is included with your monitor, connect it to the HDDB15 female port on the top of the SOHO Series KVM Switch with the monitor symbol on the console. See fig. 4.

2. Connect a PS/2 keyboard to the PURPLE port on the console. See fig. 5.

3. Connect a PS/2 mouse to the GREEN port on the console. See fig. 5

fig. 4

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