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CS154F 4-Port KVM Switch[...]
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FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to com ply with the regulati ons for a Class B digita l device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rul es. These limi ts are designed to provide reasonable protect ion against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radi[...]
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The complete CS154F package consists of: ♦ One 4-Port CS154F KVM Switch ♦ Two Premium Quality KVM Cables ♦ One User’s Manual Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged during shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer. Please read this manual thoroughly, and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to [...]
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Overview…………………………………………………………………………………..3 Features……………………………………………………………………………………4 Hardware Requirements …………………………………………………………………..5 Console…………………………?[...]
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The CS154F 4-Port KVM Switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, m onitor and mouse). Before the development of the CS154F, the only way to control multiple com puter configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system . Now, with the CS154F, you can easily acc[...]
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♦ Control Up to 4 PCs From a Single Console ♦ No Software Required - PC Selection via “Select” button on the Switch, HotKey combinations ♦ Quick View Scan Feature for Monitoring Selected PCs ♦ PS/2 and Serial Mouse Emulation Provided For System Bootup ♦ Console's PS/2 Mouse Controls All Connected PCs ♦ PS/2 Compatible Mouse Sup[...]
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Console ♦ A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor with the highest resolution that you will be using on any PC in the installation ♦ A PS/2 Style Mouse ♦ A PS/2 Style Keyboard PC The following equipment must be installed on each PC that is to be connected to the system: ♦ A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. ♦ Either a 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), or[...]
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FRONT VIEW: 1. Port LEDs: Pressing the “Select” button switches access back and forth between the PCs. The selected LED lights indicate which port is the active one. 2. Sounds: The switch will beep when switching ports. SWITCH SIDE VIEW - 6 -[...]
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SWITCH SIDE VIEW VIDEO CONSOLE CONSOLE – MOUSE / KEYBOARD / POWER - 7 -[...]
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Before you begin, please make sure that all of the devices that you are going to connect to have power turned off. Installation To set up your CS154F, please follow the steps below: 1. Plug the cables from your keyboard, mouse and monitor into the Console Ports. 2. Use the supplied connector cable sets (as described in the Hardware Requirements sec[...]
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Port Selection Controlling all the PCs connected to your CS154F from a single console couldn’t be easier. You can access any PC on the chain using two methods: Manual or HotKey . ! Manual Simply press the “Select” button located on top of the CS154F to switch back and forth between computers. The selected LED lights indicate the port that is [...]
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Auto Scan Mode The CS154F Auto Scan feature automatically switches between the two PCs at regular 8 second intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. To invoke the Auto Scan Mode, key in the following HotKey combination: [Scroll Lock] + [Scroll Lock] + [S] Reminder: Press and release t[...]
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Activity Meaning Off Port is not selected On (Steady) Port is connected to an active PC Flashing (On and Off equal) Port is connected to an active PC and is being accessed in Auto Scan mode. Troubleshooting Note: If you are experiencing difficulties, first make sure that there are no problems with the cables, and that they are all properly connecte[...]
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Mouse in unsupported mode The CS154F supports most mice with PS/2, including Microsoft Intellimouse, Logitech Net Mouse, etc. If the problem persists, change the mouse and/or mouse driver. Try a regular mouse with a generic mouse driver (like the ones that come with the operating system). Resolution and/or Bandwidth set too high Select a lower reso[...]
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Specifications Function Specifications Computer Connections 4 Port Selection Push Button, Hot Keys LEDs 4-Port Status Keyboard 1 x 6-pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) – Console 4 x 6-pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) – PC Ports Mouse 1 x 6-pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) - Console 4 x 6-pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) – PC Ports Connectors Vi[...]