Digitus DS-14210, DS-11210, DS-13210 User Manual

DIGITUS® 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.

RoHS

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Note:
When connected to the LCD Console Drawer, the console port of the KVM Switch Module is
not applicable.

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------------------------ 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.

There are many types of DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules with different computer
interfaces available:

l Hybrid “PS/2 + USB” Modules with PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, USB

(keyboard + mouse) and monitor (HDB15), as shown in Figures below.

PS/2 and USB Connection

To computer

To

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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).

(IMM) Slim PS/2 1-to-3 Connectors and Cables

(IUM) Slim USB+PS/2, 1-to-2 / 1-to-3 Connectors and Cables

To console

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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.

High Video Quality

DIGITUS®'s LCD panel supports VGA resolution up to 1024x768 for 15” LCD panel
or 1280 x 1024 for 17” and 19” LCD panel without any degradation. The advanced
VGA circuit design guarantees smooth and flicker-free switching from one computer
to the other with VGA cable length up to 100ft (30 meters)*.

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

Module Product

For Computer

Interface

Hybrid

DS-11210 USB + PS/2

Slim

DS-13210, DS-14210 USB + PS/2

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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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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 computer from unauthorized access
n Gain complete control with easy-to-use OSD interface
n Hotkey 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
n Cascadable to all 19” rack mountable PS/2 KVM Switches
n (Optional) The Built-In Power is available for certain modules.
n Manage multiple computers from two locations

(For multi-access modules only )

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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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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.

A Single DIGITUS® KVM Switch Module Configuration

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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. Once connected,
DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules automatically configure themselves to either
Master or Slave. Slaves of different DIGITUS® KVM Switch Modules can be mixed
in cascade configuration.

A Cascade DIGITUS® Configuration

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