IOGear GCS84A User Manual

MiniView

2/4 Port KVM Swtich (GCS82A/GCS84A Installation Manual)

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IOGEAR technology assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.

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 heop reduce the frustration of
managing multiple computer systems. Wtih the MiniViewTM SE series by IOGEAR, you can access multiple
computers from a single console(keyboard, mouse and monitor). The MiniViewTM SE provides two conve­nient methods to access connected computers. Change ports easily via the push button selection switch
located on the unit’s top 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.

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

Table of Contents:

Table of Contents

Package Contents
Overview
Features
Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Appendix
Specification
Radio & TV Interference Statement

Limited Warranty

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Package Contents

This package contains:

1 MiniViewTM SE KVM Switch (GCS82A or GCS84A)
1 User Manual
1 Registration Card
4 Premium Bonded KVM Cables (2-4ft & 2-6ft) GCS84A only
2 Premium Bonded KVM Cables (2-4ft) GCS82A only
1 Quick Start Guide

If any items are missing or damaged please contact your dealer.

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Overview

Overview

The MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switch is a control unity that allows
access to two computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor). Before the development of
the MiniView SE, the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a
complex and costly network system.

Setup is fast and easy, plugging cables into their appropriate posts is all that is entailed. We have arrange so
the 2 PS/2 console ports are on the front of the unit for easy and convenient access. There is no software to
configure, so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompat­ibility problems. Since the MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A intercepts keyboard input directly, it works on
any hardware platform and with all operating systems.

The MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A provides two convenient methods to access the computers
connected to the system using push button selection switches located on the units front panel and entering
Hotkey combinations from the keyboard.

There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniViewTM SE GCS82A or GCS84A. By allowing
a single console to manage the attached computers, the MiniViewTM SE GCS82A & GCS84A eliminate the
expense of purchasing a separate keyboard, monitor and mouse. Additionally, it saves space taken up by the
additional hardware and eliminates the inconvenience of switching from the different computer systems.

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Features

Features

- Premium Bonded Cables Included

- Patented VSE (Video Signal Enhancement) Technology for Superior Video Quality

- PS/2 Compatible Mouse Support - Microsoft® Intellimouse Pro & Logitech FirstMouse Support

- Keyboard and Mouse Emulation for Error Free PC Booting

- Easy to Install - No Software Required

- Computer Selection Via Push Button Switches or Keyboard Hot Keys

- Auto Scan Function for Monitoring Computer Operation

- Support up to 1920 x 1440

- LED for Easy Status Monitoring

- Follows PC 99 Color Specifications

- Easy to Operate

- Hot Swappable

- Unit Can Operate Without Power Adapter

- Compact Size for Convenient Placement

- For Use Wtih SUN & MAC Systems, An Additional Adapter is Required (GCV130, GCV160 Respectively)

- DC Input for Optional External Power Supply

- 3 - Year Warranty

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Requirements

Requirements

PS/2 Enabled Computer with/VGA (or compatible) Type Video Port
For USB enabled MACs and PCs

- Additional USB to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GUC100KM)
For ADB enabled MACs

- Additional ADB to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GCV160)
For SUN systems

- Additional SUN to PS/2 adapter required (IOGEAR PART NUMBER GCV130)

Accessories

• USB to PS/2 adapter (GUC100KM)

• ADB to PS/2 adapter (GCV160)

• SUN to PS/2 adapter (GCV130)

• Console Extender (CE220) *Extend your console up to 500*ft away

IOGEAR has a full line of KVM, FireWire, USB, USB 2.0, and ShareView products. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for further information.

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