Cables to Go KNV104D, KNV116D, KNV108D User Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction
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Overview……………………………………..………….…………1
Features………………………………………..….…………….…3
Configurations………………….………………..………………...4
Installation
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Device Connection…………………..…………..………….…….7
Initial Power-up…………………..………………..….……….…..9
Optional Rack Mount Accessories…………….…………..…..10
Multimedia Module…………….………… ……………………...12
Operation
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Front Panel Push Buttons………….…………………..……....13
OSD(On-Screen Display)Operation………….……………......14
Hot-key Commands…………………………..………...............19
Cascade Configuration
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Connection………….…………………………..………....….....21
Change Configuration while Running………..……….....…….23
Multi-access KVM Switch
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Overview…………......…………………………………...……...25
Connections……......…………………………………………….25
Operation..……......…………………………………………..….26
Configuration……......……………….…………………………..26
Appendices
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Specifications……......…………………………………….........27
Troubleshooting……......………………………………………..28
Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the
Installation
KVM Switch or any connecting device.
procedures to prevent any damage to the
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Introduction
Introduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Overview
One-Console KVM Switches
The KVM Switch allows you to access multiple computers from
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
with two keyboards, mice and monitors. KNV2108D controls 8
computers and KNV2116D controls 16 computers.
one out of two
locations, remote or local
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
KNV2108D, KNV2116D models
For KNV104D, KNV108D, KNV116D
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.
1
one
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. Advanced VGA circuit design guarantees smooth
and flicker-free switching from one computer to the other with
distance up to 100ft (30M)* at both Console and PC sides.
NOTE: This User's Manual is written for the following models.
KVM Switch Models
No. of console
supported
No. of PC supported 4 8 16
No OSD
OSD
1 1 1
KNV104 KNV108 - - -
KNV104D KNV108D KNV116D KNV2108D KNV2116D
2 2
8 16
* Tested with high-quality UL2919-rated, low-loss and shielded cables.
Features
Supports both PS/2 and serial mouse
Cascade configuration expands system capability
Auto-scan automatically selects computers sequentially
Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse (Pro)
Hot-key functions allow easy computer access
Keyboard states automatically saved and restored when switching
computers
Operating system independent, transparent to all applications
Plug and play system configuration
Keyboard and mouse can be hot plugged at any time
High VGA resolution 1920 x 1440
DDC2B compatible
Optional standard 19 inch rack mounting kit available
Supports optional multimedia module for microphones and stereo
speakers
Extra features for On-Screen Display model
Assign computers with unique and meaningful names
Identify and select computers by the names
Programmable scan filters unused computers
Store system settings and name entries to non-volatile memory
Password security locks computer from unauthorized access
Gain complete control with easy-to-use OSD interface
More features for multi-access models
Manage multiple computers from two locations
Different Console may have different type of mouse i.e. generic
PS/2 mouse and scroll mouse
Selectable User Timeout
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Configurations
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 Sw itch Configuration
Connect a PS/2 keyboard, a PS/2 mouse and a VGA multi-sync
monitor directly to the
multiple sets of keyboard, mouse and monitor cables to the “PC x”
ports of the KVM Switch, as shown in figure 1.
Master
CONSOLE
’s
port. Then, connect
Cascade (Master/Slave) Configuration
You can connect a second level of one or more KVM Switches to “
1
PC 4
”~”
a
allowing you to select computers connected to the
There is only one
monitor connected to its
Once connected, KVM Switches automatically configure themselves
to either
in cascade configuration.
PC ports than that of Slaves, i.e., if KNV108 is a master, KNV108 and
KNV104 can be Slaves, but KNV116D can not.]
” (KNV104) or "
unit. Cascade configuration expands system ability
Master
or
Master
PC 1
Master
Slave
PC 8
"~”
, which has a mouse, a keyboard and a
CONSOLE
.
Slaves
[NOTE: Master must have equal or more
” ports (KNV108 & KNV116D) of
Master
port directly operated by a user.
of differen t models can be mi xed
or
PC
Slaves
.
Figure 1: A single KVM Switch configuration
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Figure 2: A cascade KVM Switch configuration
Throughout this manual,
physical keyboard, mouse and monitor connected to its
port.
a
Master's
is a KVM Switch that has its
Slave
“PC x” port.
Slave
is the KVM Switch that has a
Master
CONSOLE
only exists in cascade configuration.
port connected to
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CONSOLE
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Device Connection
The monitor connected to the HD-DB-15 VGA port of a
CONSOLE
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
keyboard respectively as shown in figure 3.
mouse can be connected to the
Switch automatic mouse conversion system allows you to connect
computers using serial mouse and control the computers from one
PS/2 mouse.]
must be multisync capable of synchronizing with the
CONSOLE
port marked with a mouse and a
[NOTE: Only a PS/2
CONSOLE
mouse port. The KVM
Master
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Figure 3: Master console connection
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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.
For computers using serial mouse, connect the DB-9 to mini-DIN-6
adapter (supplied with the KVM Switch) to the computer mouse port,
then use PS/2 cables to connect the mouse to KVM Switch, see
figure 5. Connect the computer's monitor cable to the HD-DB-15
VGA connector. Repeat above steps for all remaining computers to
be connected to the KVM Switch.
Figure 4: Master computer connection
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.
Note: You may hot plug additional powered-down computer and
Slave
initial power up.
You can replace a faulty keyboard or mouse of the
CONSOLE
long as your computers are booted with proper device driver for the
new device. Should you encounter any difficulty, just activate
RESET
2 seconds.
For desk-top operation, you may stick the four round rubber feet
(supplied with the unit) to the bottom of the KVM Switch. NOTE: Do
not use the rubber feet for rack mount operation. Give the rubber
feet a firm press to prevent them from getting loose.
For single KVM Switch:
. 2) Turn on computers.
Master
For cascade:
2) Apply power adapters to all
computers.
without turning any existing KVM Switch or computer off after
1) Apply a power adapter to the
Replace Master Console Devices
port at any time without powering down the Master, as
by holding both front-panel ‘1’ and ‘2’ push buttons down for
Adhesive Rubber Foot
1) Apply a power adapter to the
Master
. 3) Turn on
Slaves
Master
K/M
.
Figure 5: Adapter and serial mouse connection
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