ConnectPRO SL218 User Manual

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Table of Contents

StreamLine KVM Switches

n Introduction

Overview……………………………………..………….…….……2

Features…………………………………..….……………….....…2

Configurations………………….…………………….………….…3

n Installation

Device Connection………….………..…………..………….…….5
Initial Power-up……………….…..………………..….……….…..7

n Operation

Front Panel Push Buttons…….…….…………………..……..….7
OSD(On-Screen Display)Operation…………..……………...….8

Hot-key Commands…………………….……..………...............13

n Cascade Configuration

Connection………….……….…………………..………....….....15

Change Configuration while Running………..……….....…….17

n Appendices

Specifications……......………………………………..…….........18

Troubleshooting……......………………………….…………19~21

Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the

Installation procedures to prevent any damage to the
StreamLine or any connecting device.

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------------------------------------------------ IntroductionIntroduction

Overview

The combination of the StreamLine console and KVM switch offers the
latest, most efficient way to control server rooms and multiple computers.
Four models of StreamLine KVM switches are available to control from 8
to 136 servers by the StreamLine console or another set of console 100ft
(30m) away; it is ideal for various applications.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

With a StreamLine KVM switch, 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.

Automatic Mouse Conversion

The StreamLine KVM Switch enables you to connect computers with
PS/2 or serial mouse ports (using adapters supplied with the KVM Switch)
and control the computers from one PS/2 mouse. The StreamLine KVM
Switch automatically identifies the mouse and switches to proper mouse
protocol. This function is effective for computer ports "7" and "8".

High Video Quality

StreamLine's LCD panel supports VGA resolution up to 1024x768
without any degradation. The advanced VGA circuit design guarantees
smooth and flicker-free switching from one computer to the other with
cable length up to 100ft (30M)* at PC sides with the StreamLine KVM
switch.

*Tested with high-quality UL2919-rated, low-loss and shielded cables.

Features

n Supports both PS/2 and serial mice
n Cascade configuration expands system capability
n Auto-scan automatically selects computers sequentially
n Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse Pro

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n Hot-key functions allow easy computer access
n Keyboard states automatically saved and restored when switching

computers

n Operating system independent, transparent to all applications
n Plug and play system configuration
n Keyboard and mouse can be hot plugged at any time
n DDC2B compatible
n Supports optional multimedia module for microphones and stereo

speakers

Features for OSD menu

l Assign computers with unique and meaningful names
l Identify and select computers by the names
l Programmable scan filters unused computers
l Store system settings and name entries to non-volatile memory
l Password security locks computer from unauthorized access
l Gain complete control with easy-to-use OSD interface

Features for multi-access StreamLine KVM switch

l Manage multiple computers from two locations
l Different Console may have different type of mouse i.e. generic

PS/2 mouse and scroll mouse

l Selectable User Timeout

Configurations

The StreamLine KVM switch is available in 8 and 16 port models to
support a variety of requirements. For applications with a large number of
computers, StreamLine KVM switches can be cascaded in a
master/slave configuration.

Single StreamLine KVM Switch Configuration

Combined with a StreamLine Console, the StreamLine KVM switch can
be connected to multiple computers with keyboard, mouse and monitor
cables as shown in figure 1.

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Figure 1: A single StreamLine KVM switch configuration

(use SL-208, Local for test, Remote is zoned and marked for SL-208
only)

StreamLine KVM Switch in cascade (Master/Slave)
Configuration

You can connect a second level of one or more StreamLine KVM
switches to "PC 1"~”PC 8” ports of 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 StreamLine Console directly operated by a user.

Once connected, StreamLine KVM switches automatically configure
themselves to either Master or Slave. Slaves of different StreamLine
KVM switch models can be mixed in cascade configuration as shown in
figure 2. Note: Master must have equal or more PC ports than that of

Slaves, i.e., if an 8 port is a master, another 8 port can be a Slave, but not
a 16 port.

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Figure 2: A cascade StreamLine configuration

Throughout this manual, Master is the StreamLine KVM switch that
connects directly to the drawer. Slave is a StreamLine KVM switch that
has its CONSOLE port connected to a Master's “PC x” port. Slave only
exists in cascade configuration.

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Device Connection

Determine the port number of each computer. For computers using PS/2
mouse, connect the computer's mouse and keyboard cables to the
StreamLine’s connectors marked with a mouse and keyboard
respectively, as shown in figure 4. Repeat this step for PC 1 to PC 8.

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Figure 4: Master computer connection

For computers using serial mouse, connect the DB-9 to mini-DIN-6
adapter (included with the switch) to the computer mouse port, then use
PS/2 cables to connect the mouse to the StreamLine, see figure 5.
Connect the computer's monitor cable to the HD-DB-15 VGA connector.

Note: This function is only available for PC 7 and PC 8 marked with two
mice.

Figure 5: Serial (AT) mouse and PS/2 mouse connection

A slave KVM switch may be mounted to the rear vertical poles inside a
rack cabinet by the rear brackets with keyboard, mouse, monitor
connectors facing out, as figure 6.

Figure 6: Slave KVM switch and rear bracket attachment

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The connectors (keyboard, mouse and monitor) at the Local port on the
rear of the KVM module are not applicable when the module is connected
to the drawer by the C-36 connector. When its C-36 connector is not
connected to the drawer, the KVM module acts as a rear-mount
stand-alone KVM switch.

Initial Power-Up

Make sure all computers and the StreamLine KVM switches are
powered down during installation. You must power up the Master
StreamLine before turning on any other devices.

n For single StreamLine KVM switch:

1) Apply a power adapter to the Master.

2) Turn on computers.

n For cascaded StreamLine KVM switches:

1) Apply a power adapter to the Master.

2) Apply power adapters to all Slaves.

3) Turn on computers.

Note: You may hot plug additional powered-down computer or a slave

StreamLine KVM switch without turning any existing StreamLine or
computer off after initial pow er up.

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Front Panel Push Buttons

A computer may be selected by pressing the front panel push button
directly, by issuing hot -key commands or by activating the OSD window.
The front panel indicator changes to reflect the computer port selected
(red). The indicator flashes red when it is in either Auto Scan or Manual
Scan mode.

n K/M RESET

K/M RESET solves most problems developed by keyboard, mouse,

device replacement or change of configuration. Press down both the
front-panel number 1 and 2 push buttons for 2 seconds to re-configure
the whole system without turning either the StreamLine Switch or any

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computer off.

n AUTO SCAN

StreamLine KVM switches provide an easy to use feature to start Auto
Scanning. You can press down both the front-panel number 7 and 8

buttons for 2 seconds to start Auto Scanning.

OSD (On-Screen-Display) Operation

Figure 7: OSD screen illustration

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 7.