Hall Research KVM-U8 User Manual
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KVM Switch
UMA 1180, Rev 1.1
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Model KVM-U4 * KVM-U8
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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment generates, us es, and can r adiate radio frequency energy and
if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s ins tructions, may cause interferenc e to radio communication.
It has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device
in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are intended to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when the equipm ent is operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference, in which case the us er at there own expense will be required to
take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not ex pres s ly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
CE
This equipment complies with the requirements of regulation:
EN 55 022: CLASS B.
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Contents
MODEL KVM-U4 ............................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 GENERAL................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 FEATURES ................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................. 3
1.4 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................ 3
1.5 HOTKEY..................................................................................................................... 3
2 KVM-U8 .................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1 GENERAL................................................................................................................... 4
2.2 FEATURES ................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................. 4
2.4 FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................ 5
2.5 REAR PANEL .............................................................................................................. 5
2.6 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................ 5
2.7 DESKTOP OR RACK MOUNT ........................................................................................ 6
2.7.1 Desktop .......................................................................................................... 6
2.7.2 Rack Mounting .............................................................................................. 6
2.8 COMPUTER/SERVER INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 7
2.8.1 Daisy Chain Connections ............................................................................. 8
2.8.2 KVM Over IP ................................................................................................... 9
2.9 POWER ON SEQUENCE ............................................................................................ 10
2.10 HOTKEYS ................................................................................................................. 10
2.11 KEYBOARD MAPPING ................................................................................................ 12
2.12 OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) .................................................................................... 13
2.13 LOGIN WINDOW ....................................................................................................... 13
2.14 STATUS SCREEN ...................................................................................................... 13
2.15 PORT NAME ............................................................................................................. 14
2.16 MAIN MENU ............................................................................................................. 15
2.16.1 Language ..................................................................................................... 15
2.16.2 Port Name Edit ............................................................................................ 15
2.16.3 Port Search .................................................................................................. 15
2.16.4 User Security ............................................................................................... 16
2.16.5 Access List .................................................................................................. 16
2.16.6 Hotkey .......................................................................................................... 16
2.16.7 Time Settings ............................................................................................... 16
2.16.8 OSD Mouse .................................................................................................. 17
3 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................... 17
3.1 NO LED DISPLAY ON KVM SWITCH ........................................................................... 17
3.2 KEYBOARD OR MOUSE NOT WORKING ........................................................................ 17
3.3 NO VIDEO DISPLAYED ON THE MONITOR. .................................................................... 17
3.4 COMPUTER RESOLUTION DOES NOT MATCH THE MONITOR’S ....................................... 18
3.5 VIDEO IS FUZZY OR UNCLEAR .................................................................................... 18
4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................... 19
5 FEATURES .......................................................................................................................... 20
Model KVM-U4 * KVM-U8
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Hotkey Command
Function
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock + [Up Arrow]
Previous Channel
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock + [Down Arrow]
Next Channel
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock + [1,2,3,4]
Go to Port…
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lo ck + S
Toggle Auto Scan
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lo ck + B
Toggle Beep
MODEL KVM-U4
1.1 General
The KVM-U4 is a compact KVM switch for controlling up to 4 computers from
a single keyboard, mouse and monitor. It is designed for desktop or rack
mounting.
1.2 Features
• Hot key control
• Push button and Auto Scan switching
• Optional ear brackets for rack mounting
• Supports USB or PS2 (with adapter)
• Auto S can Mode for monitoring
• Audible alerts for confirmation
1.3 Package Contents
The KVM-U4 package contains the following contents:
• 1x KVM-U4 Switch
• 2x Rack Mount Brackets with mounting hardware
• 1x 9V DC Power Adapter
• 1x This Users Guide
1.4 Installation
1. Attach monitor to the monitor port on the back of the KVM-U4.
2. Connect mouse and keyboard directly to the USB ports on the front
of the KVM-U4.
3. Attach the HD15 end of a USB KVM cable (not included) to an
available Host port on the back of the KVM-U4.
4. Connect the other end of the USB KVM cable to the host computer
video and USB ports.
5. Power on the KVM-U4.
1.5 Hotkey
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2 KVM-U8
2.1 General
The KVM-U8 is a single rack unit 8-port VGA KVM switch to cont rol multiple
hosts from a single console. Hosts connect to the switch via a convenient
Video/USB combo cable. The switch cons ole natively accepts USB keyboard
and mouse but can use PS/2 with PS/2-USB adapters.
Up to 8 switches can be linked together to control up to 64 servers. The
switch may be accessed f rom any com puter on the LAN with optional plug-in
module (KVM-U8-IP).
2.2 Features
• On Screen Display (OSD) Menu
• Two levels of password security
• Hot key control
• Push button and Auto Scan switching
• Full keyboard and mouse emulation
• Provides ACL (Access Control List) secur ity with up to 8 independent
ACLs of controllable computer lists
• Hot pluggable – add or remove connected computers without
powering off the KVM switch or computers
• Plug-n-Play monitor support
• Keyboard state restored when switching between computers
• Daisy chainable function with both Bus (8-layer) and Tree (2-layer)
topologies
• Video/USB combo cables available in 6, 10 and 15 ft lengths.
• Optional KVM Over IP interface (KVM-U8-IP) to allow remote acc ess
to the switch from any PC on the LAN.
2.3 Package Contents
The KVM-U8 package contains the following contents:
• 1x KVM-U8 Switch
• 2x Rack Mount Brackets with mounting hardware
• 4x Foot pads
• 1x 12V DC Power Adapter
• 1x This Users Guide
Model KVM-U4 * KVM-U8
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Active Selection Indicator
Online Status Indicator
LED Bank Indicator
Reset Combination
Bank Selection
Port Selection
Console Keyboard/Mouse
Console Video/ Daisy Chain
Daisy Chain
Host Port Connector
Flash Upgrade
DC Power Jack
Optional KVM Over IP
2.4 Front Panel
Figure 1 - Front Panel
• Online Status Indicator: T he Red LED indicates when a computer
is connected and powered.
• Active Selection Indicator: The Green LED indicates which port is
selected. The LED will flash if no computer is connected to the port.
• Reset Combination: Press buttons 5 and 0 simultaneously to restart
the switch.
• LED Bank Indicator: This 7 segment LED indicates the selected
bank when multiple units are daisy-chained.
• Bank Selection: This button will cycle through daisy-chained banks.
• Port Selection: Press the 2 digit port num ber to immediately switch
to the port. For example, pr ess “0” then “ 6” to switch to port 6. Press
the single digit port number and wait 2 seconds to switch to the port.
2.5 Rear Panel
Figure 2 - Rear Panel
2.6 Installation
Before installation, please make sure all peripherals and computers are
turned off.
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2.7 Desktop or Rack Mount
The KVM-U8 can be m ounted on a desktop surface or in a single RU of a
standard 19” rack.
2.7.1 Desktop
1. Apply the self-adhesive footpads supplied in the package contents to
the four corners of the bottom panel.
Figure 3 - Desktop Installation
2.7.2 Rack Mounting
1. Connect the mounting brackets to the sides of the unit as shown
below.
Figure 4 - Mounting Bracket Instal lation
2. Slide the unit into the rack and secure it to the posts.
Figure 5 - Rack Mount Installatio n
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