Tripp Lite B004-008 User Manual
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8-Port Standard
KVM Switch
Owner’s Manual
Model #: B004-008
Tripp Lite World Headquarters
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA
(773) 869-1234, www.tripplite.com
NOTE: Follow these instructions and operating procedures to ensure correct performance and to prevent damage to this unit
Copyright © 2005 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
or to its connected devices.
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................3
Features ..............................................................................................3
Hardware Requirements......................................................................4
Console ........................................................................................4
PC ................................................................................................4
Cables ..........................................................................................4
Controls and Connections ..................................................................5
Front View ..................................................................................5
Rear View.....................................................................................5
Installation ..........................................................................................6
Operation ............................................................................................7
Hot Plugging ................................................................................7
Powering Off and Restarting ......................................................7
Port Selection ..............................................................................7
Hot Key Operation ......................................................................8
Auto Scanning..............................................................................8
Mounting and Stacking Instructions ..................................................8
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................9
Specifications ....................................................................................10
FCC Radio / TV Interference Notice ................................................11
Warranty Registration........................................................................11
1 Year Limited Warranty ..................................................................11
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Introduction
This KVM Switch allows access to multiple PCs from a single console (keyboard, mouse,
and monitor). Control up to 8 PCs from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console.
This 8-Port KVM Switch provides two convenient methods to access any PC connected to the
system:
1. Using the port selection switches located on the front panel of the unit
2. Entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard
A powerful Quick View Scan Mode feature allows you to auto scan and monitor the activities
of all operating PCs on the installation one by one.
Features
• Control Up to 8 PCs from a Single Console
• No Software Required - PC Selection done via Front Panel Switches or Hot Keys
• Quick View Scan Mode for Monitoring Selected PCs
• PS/2 and Serial Mouse Emulation Provided for System Bootup
• Console’s PS/2 Mouse Controls All Connected PCs
• Microsoft Intellimouse Pro, Logitech FirstMouse, FirstMouse+ Support*
• SVGA, VGA and Multisync Monitor Support
• LED Display for Easy Status Monitoring
• Rack Mountable in 19” System Rack
• Hot Pluggable - Add or Remove PCs for Maintenance Without Powering Down the Switch
• Superior Video Quality: 1920x1440; DDC2B.
* 1. PS/2 compatible mouse support is for three button (wheel) mice.
2. The Change Device procedure in the Logitech Mouse Ware program does not work in Microsoft NT.
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Hardware Requirements
Console
• A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be
using on any of the PCs.
• A PS/2 Style Mouse
• A PS/2 Style Keyboard
PC
Each PC must have:
• A VGA, SVGA, Multisync card or USB port.*
• A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style).
• Either a 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 Style) keyboard port with +5V DC on pin 4 and Ground on
pin 3, or a USB port.*
Cables
The following are the cables needed to connect your KVM Switch to the CPUs:
P750-006 PS/2 Cable Kit – 6’
P750-010 PS/2 Cable Kit – 10’
P750-015 PS/2 Cable Kit – 15’
Note: The wiring and pin assignments will not let you to use a Serial-to-PS/2 adapter at the KVM side of the cable.
Attempting to use a standard serial extender cable with adapters at both ends will fail.
* Use a B015-000 PS/2 to USB Adapter to connect a USB computer to the KVM (still requires a P750 series cable kit to
complete CPU connection).
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