Startech SV831DUSBAU User Manual

8 Port Rack Mount VGA USB KVM
Switch with Audio

SV831DUSBAU

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Manual Revision: 01/28/2013

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 dierent from that to which the receiver

is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Instruction Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ...........................................................................................1

Package Contents .....................................................................................................................................1

Installation ..............................................................................................2

Console Connection ................................................................................................................................. 2

Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch ..................................................................................... 3

Cascaded Congurations .......................................................................................................................4

Operation ................................................................................................5

Push Button controls ...............................................................................................................................5

K/M Reset .....................................................................................................................................................5

Auto Scan ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

OSD (On Screen Display) Operation ....................................................6

Auto Scan ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

Manual Scan ................................................................................................................................................ 10

Hot-key commands .................................................................................................................................. 11

Sun/Mac Keyboard Mapping ................................................................................................................ 13

Specications ..........................................................................................15

Technical Support ..................................................................................16

Warranty Information ............................................................................16

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Introduction

The SV831DUSBAU 8 Port Rack Mount USB VGA KVM Switch (with Audio Cables
Included) allows you to control up to 8 USB computers using a single keyboard, mouse
and monitor, and features Audio and Microphone ports to switch between audio
signals as well as PC ports.

Based on a 1U rack mountable slim form factor design, this 8 Port USB KVM uses
rear cable connections to maximize space eciency. Multiple KVM units can also be
connected (cascaded) together for control of up to 64 computers, ensuring a scalable
KVM solution that can be expanded as necessary.

To ensure seamless operation, the switch features automatic and manual scan
modes, supports both hot-key and front panel push-button switching, and features a
convenient OSD (on-screen display) for added conguration options.

Backed by a StarTech.com 3-year warranty and free lifetime technical support

Features

• Auto-scan function automatically selects computers sequentially

• Cascade conguration expands system capability

• Hotkey functions allow easy computer access/switching

• Identies and selects computers by name assignment

• OSD security option protected against unauthorized computer use

• Unique cables oer convenient, space-saving connections

Package Contents

• 1 x 8 Port KVM Switch

• 8 x 6ft. green (speaker) 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable

• 8 x 6ft. red/pink (microphone) 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable

• 2 x Mounting Bracket

• 3 x Power Cord (NA/UK/EU)

• 1 x User Manual

• 1 x Foot pad (set)

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Installation

WARNING: Prior to installation, please ensure that all computers and KVM switch(es)
are powered down.

Console Connection

The SV831DUSBAU is designed for use with USB console connections only. A USB
compatible keyboard and mouse and VGA monitor must be used for the local console.
A USB keyboard/mouse combo device that uses a single USB connector may also
be used, but must be connected to the USB Keyboard port only. If using audio,
separately connect the 3.5mm mini-jack cables for the speaker and microphone to the
corresponding Console connectors indicated.

Microphone

Speakers

VGA

Monitor

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keyboard

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USB

mouse

Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch

To connect a computer to the KVM switch, use the appropriate StarTech.com KVM
cable to connect from one of the PC ports located on the rear panel of the KVM switch
to the keyboard/mouse and VGA video ports on the computer.

If using audio, separately connect 3.5mm mini-jack cables for the speaker and
microphone connections from the same PC port to the sound card on the computer.

Repeat these steps for each computer you wish to connect to the KVM switch.

KVM

cable

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