Startech SV231USBLC User Manual
Quick start guide
2-Port KVM Console Adapter - Laptop to Server
SV231USBLC
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Packaging contents
• 1 x 2-port laptop-to-KVM console adapter
• 2 x mounting brackets
• 2 x 2-1 USB and VGA cables - 6 feet
• 1 x USB A to Mini-B cable
• 1 x USB software key
• 1 x universal power adapter (NA/EU/UK/AU)
• 1 x quick start guide
System requirements
Laptop requirements
• USB 2.0-enabled laptop
• 20 MB of available storage drive space
• 24-bit capable display
• One of the following operating systems:
• Windows® 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Windows 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Mac OS 10.6 and later (tested up to 10.10)
• Linux® 2.6.x to 3.13x (32-bit and 64-bit)
Server requirements
• VGA-enabled video card (DVI support via optional DVIVGAMF
adapter)
• USB keyboard and mouse support
Operating system requirements are subject to change. For the latest
requirements, please visit www.startech.com/SV231USBLC.
Product overview
*actual product may vary from photos
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
this product, please visit www.startech.com/SV231USBLC.
Front view
USB 2.0 port
Port 1 activity and
link LED
Keyboard/Mouse
activity and link LED
Port 2 activity and
link LED
CONSOLE port
VGA link LED
Console activity
and link LED
USB 2.0
charge port
Rear view
VGA port
15-pin VGA connectors
USB ports
USB 2.0 ports
Power input port
About the KVM console adapter
You must install the provided software on the laptop to be able to
use the KVM console adapter. You don’t need to make any changes
to the server(s) being controlled, and the adapter can be connected
or disconnected at any time. You don’t need to start or shut down
the software before you unplug the adapter.
Install the software
Windows
Note: Complete the following steps before you connect the adapter.
1. Insert the provided USB software key into your laptop and run the
setup.exe installation program.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. Connect a USB 2.0 cable to the USB CONSOLE port on the front of
the adapter and to your laptop.
4. A Found New Hardware dialog window should appear.
5. Windows locates the device driver les and installs them
automatically. This is a one-time step that you won’t need to
complete again.
6. Open the USB Crash Cart Adapter software and begin using the
adapter.
Note: You don’t need to restart your computer to complete the
installation.
Manual Revision: 04/22/2016
Mac OS
1. Disconnect the adapter.
2. Insert the provided USB software key into your MacBook.
3. Double-click the MacOSX-install.dmg le.
4. After a short delay to verify the disk image, a window opens and
displays the application and a link to Applications. Drag and drop
the main application onto the Applications link.
5. To use the application, double-click Applications.
6. To add this application to the dock, drag and drop the main
application from Applications onto the dock.
7. Connect a USB 2.0 cable to the USB console port on the front of
the adapter and to your laptop.
8. Open the USB Crash Cart Adapter software and begin using the
adapter.
Note: You don’t need to restart your computer to complete the
installation.
Connect the adapter
After you install the drivers and software for the adapter onto your
laptop, you can plug the adapter into the server.
• Connect the VGA cable and the USB cable to the desired server. For
DVI-I (analog) computer systems, use a DVI to VGA adapter.
About the LEDs
The adapter includes ve LEDs: Two port activity LEDs, a server
keyboard/mouse LED, a server VGA LED, and a console LED. For more
information about what the LEDs signify, see the LED indicators
table.
LED indicators
Port LEDs
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated green The port is active
LED is illuminated red The video isn’t available
Server keyboard or mouse LED
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated green USB is attached to the active PC port
LED is blinking green Indicates activity
Server VGA LED
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated green VGA is attached to the active PC port
LED is blinking green Server VGA isn’t connected
Console LED
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated green Console is connected to a laptop
LED is blinking green Indicates activity
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 residential 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for
repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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