IOGear G-CS12, G-CS14 User Manual

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Packing List

Packing List

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Packing ListPacking List

The complete IOGEAR MiniViewTM package consists
of:

• One MiniViewTM KVM switch

• Two or four sets of custom cables, depending

on the model. G-CS12 comes with two cables
while G-CS14 comes with four.

• One User Manual

• One Quick-Start Setup Guide

Note: If your computers use AT keyboard
connectors, please contact us for a free set of
PS/2-AT adapters.

Please check to make sure that all components are
included and nothing is damaged. If you discover a
problem, please contact your dealer. Before
connecting your MiniViewTM, read the manual
thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully in order to prevent any
damage to the unit and/or any devices it connects
to.

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ContentsContents

Introduction ……...…………...……... 0101
Features ………………………………... 0202
Hardware Requirements …………… 0303
Installation …………………..………… 0404
Operation ………………………….……. 0606

Manual Port Selection
HotKey Port Selection …………….……….

Auto Scan Mode …………………………....

Next/Last Mode ……………………….…….

Appendix A ……………………………… 1010

Specifications

Appendix B ……………………………… 1111

Troubleshooting

0707
0808
0909

Appendix C ………………………………. 1212

Contacting IOGEAR

Appendix D ………………………………. 1313

Radio Interference / Warranty

Contents

Contents

Introduction

Introduction

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IntroductionIntroduction

Thank you for purchasing one of the smallest and most
feature-rich KVM switches on the market. IOGEAR’s
KVM switches are first-rate connectivity accessories
designed to help reduce the frustration of managing
multiple computer systems. With the MiniViewTM series by
IOGEAR, you can access multiple computers from a
single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor). The
MiniViewTM provides two convenient methods to access
connected computers. Change ports easily via the push
button selection switch located on the unit’s side panel, or
by entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard.
Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their
appropriate ports is all that is entailed. There is no
software to configure, no installation routines and no
incompatibility problems. Since the MiniViewTM intercepts
keyboard input directly, it works on any PS/2 compatible
hardware platform and with all operating systems. There
is no better way to save time and money than with a
MiniViewTM. By allowing a single console to manage the
attached computers, the MiniViewTM eliminates the
expense of purchasing a separate keyboard, monitor and
mouse for each PC. Additionally, these switches save all
the extra space multiple consoles would take up, and
eliminate the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in
constantly having to move from one PC to the other.

We hope you enjoy using your MiniViewTM KVM switch,
yet another first-rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR.

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FeaturesFeatures

Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse, Logitech MouseMan+,
FirstMouse+, IBM Scroll Point Mouse and many others

Keyboard and mouse emulation for error free PC booting

Hot pluggable – add or remove connected PCs without powering
off the MiniViewTM

Full Plug-n-Play monitor support
Caps Lock, Num Lock and Scroll Lock status is saved and

restored when switching ports
Supports video resolutions up to 1920 x 1440
Easy installation - no software required
Built-in Auto Scan Mode
Uses standard connectors to connect PC’s

Easy to operate - PC selection via push button or Hot Keys
Compatible with all operating platforms
LED display for easy status monitoring
Saves time, space, power and equipment costs
Power-free design – the MiniViewTM draws power from the attached

computers

Features

Features

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