
User’s Manual
SW2
SW4
Copyright © 2001
Raritan Computer, Inc
SW-0A-E JULY 2001
Raritan Computer Inc.
400 Cottontail Lane
Somerset, NJ08873
USA
Tel: 1-732-764-8886
Fax: 1-732-764-8887
E-mail: sales@raritan.com
Http://www.raritan.com
SwitchMan
Raritan Computer Europe, B.V.
Eglantierbaan 16
2908 LV Capelle aan den IJssel
The Netherlands
Tel: 31-10-284-4053
Fax: 31-10-284-4049
E-mail: sales.europe@raritan.com
Http://www.raritan.com
Raritan Computer Japan, Inc.
Kuga Building 7F, 11-6
Kuramae 4-chome Taitoo-Ku
Tokyo 111-0051, Japan
Tel: 81-3-5833-6360
Fax: 81-3-5833-6336
E-mail: sales.japan@raritan.com
Http://www.raritan.co.jp
Raritan Computer Taiwan, Inc.
5F, 121, Lane 235, Pao-Chiao Rd.,
Hsin-Tien City, Taipei Hsien
Taiwan
Tel: 886-2-8919-1333
Fax: 886-2-8919-1338
E-mail: sales.asia@raritan.com
Http://www.raritan.com.tw

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FCC NOTIFICATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential environment may cause
harmful interference.
Product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies. PS/2, PC/AT, and IBM are registered trademarks of the
International Business Machines Corporation.
CANADIAN NOTIFICATION
This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du reglement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.

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Overview 1
Feature 2
Installtion Procedures 3
Installation Notes 4
Operation 5
Front Panel 5
Selection Channels 5
Scan Channels 5
Set Scan Rate 5
Hot Key Mode 6
Hot-key Activation 6
Select A Computer Channel by Number 6
Select A Computer Channel by Using Arrow Keys 6
Scanning Channels 7
Set Scan Rate 7
Change Hot-key Mode Activator 7
Exit Hot-key Mode 7
Hot-key Command Table 8
Troubleshooting 9
Appendix 11
Specification of SwitchMan 11
Specifications of Cables 11

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Overview
SwitchMan is the desktop KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) switch for those
who run more than one computer at a desk. By having only one keyboard,
monitor, and mouse, you reclaim your desktop while saving time and
money. SwitchMan uses the same bulletproof design as Raritan's
professional-grade products and is available in two-channel and fourchannel models.
Raritan's unique keyboard and mouse emulation technology dedicates
individual processors to each channel. Every computer continuously "sees"
its own keyboard and mouse to ensure flawless booting and switching. You
can select computers by touching individual channel buttons on the front
panel or by using simple hot-key commands.
SwitchMan's versatile design gives you the choice of either a horizontal or
a space-saving vertical installation. Standard features like Scan and LED
indicators make operation of SwitchMan simple and convenient. Connect
your computers to SwitchMan by using industry standard KVM cables. For
the highest resolution video, use Raritan's premium tangle-proof cables.
Plug your standard PS/2 keyboard, VGA monitor, and PS/2 mouse right
into SwitchMan.
Figure 1. SwitchMan (SW4 4-channel)