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2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling Control two computers using one video monitor, and a PS/2 keyboard and mouse User Manual F1DK102P
2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling Control two computers using one video monitor, and a PS/2 keyboard and mouse User Manual F1DK102P
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Package Contents 1 Overview Feature Overview 2 Operating Systems 3 Unit Display Diagram 4 Specifications 5 Installation Pre-Configuration 6 Step-By-Step Installation Guide 7 Using Your Switch Powering Up the Systems 9 AutoScan Mode 10 FAQs 11 Troubleshooting 14 Information 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Package Contents 1 Overview Feature Overview 2 Operating Systems 3 Unit Display Diagram 4 Specifications 5 Installation Pre-Configuration 6 Step-By-Step Installation Guide 7 Using Your Switch Powering Up the Systems 9 AutoScan Mode 10 FAQs 11 Troubleshooting 14 Information 17
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... Built-In Cabling. Thank you details about your Switch. This Switch is backed by a Belkin Three-Year Warranty and free technical support. We appreciate your purchase of this Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with your new Switch, from installation and operation, to delivering high-quality, durable...for all configurations, large or small. The diverse line of market-leading KVM solutions from one console, Belkin KVM switches come in the unlikely event of capacities suitable for purchasing the Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling • User Manual • Quick Installation Guide ...
... Built-In Cabling. Thank you details about your Switch. This Switch is backed by a Belkin Three-Year Warranty and free technical support. We appreciate your purchase of this Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with your new Switch, from installation and operation, to delivering high-quality, durable...for all configurations, large or small. The diverse line of market-leading KVM solutions from one console, Belkin KVM switches come in the unlikely event of capacities suitable for purchasing the Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling • User Manual • Quick Installation Guide ...
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...using a simple hot key sequence on the top of the Switch function as status monitors. The Switch supports PS/2 input devices (keyboard and mouse), VGA, SVGA, XGA, and PS/2 computers. Feature Overview Complete Compact Solution Built-in to your... keyboard. AutoScan The AutoScan feature allows you to automatically scan and monitor the activities of up to 2048x1536@65Hz. Video Resolution The Switch is currently active. 2 Light-Emitting Diode Display LEDs on your Switch. OVERVIEW The Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch...
...using a simple hot key sequence on the top of the Switch function as status monitors. The Switch supports PS/2 input devices (keyboard and mouse), VGA, SVGA, XGA, and PS/2 computers. Feature Overview Complete Compact Solution Built-in to your... keyboard. AutoScan The AutoScan feature allows you to automatically scan and monitor the activities of up to 2048x1536@65Hz. Video Resolution The Switch is currently active. 2 Light-Emitting Diode Display LEDs on your Switch. OVERVIEW The Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch...
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OVERVIEW Operating Systems Your Switch is for use on CPUs using: Platforms • Windows® 95, 98, 2000, Me, NT®, XP • DOS • Linux® • Novell® NetWare® 4.x/5.x Keyboards • Supports 101-, 102-, and 104-key keyboards Mice • Microsoft® system-compatible PS/2 mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons Monitors • VGA • SVGA • MultiSync® 3
OVERVIEW Operating Systems Your Switch is for use on CPUs using: Platforms • Windows® 95, 98, 2000, Me, NT®, XP • DOS • Linux® • Novell® NetWare® 4.x/5.x Keyboards • Supports 101-, 102-, and 104-key keyboards Mice • Microsoft® system-compatible PS/2 mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons Monitors • VGA • SVGA • MultiSync® 3
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OVERVIEW Unit Display Diagram The 2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling: Port Status Indicator LEDs Built-In Cables Console Mouse Port Console VGA Monitor Ports Console Keyboard Port 4
OVERVIEW Unit Display Diagram The 2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling: Port Status Indicator LEDs Built-In Cables Console Mouse Port Console VGA Monitor Ports Console Keyboard Port 4
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...distance. Cable Distance Requirements For PS/2 computers: VGA signals are best retained when transmitted up to 500 feet (152.4m) away using a standard CAT5 UTP cable. Note: If your computer needs to be more than eight feet from the KVM Switch, you can use the Belkin CAT5 Extender (part number F1D084...) to extend your cables. INSTALLATION Pre-Configuration Where to Place the Switch The Switch is designed for positioning on the location of your CPUs and length of...
...distance. Cable Distance Requirements For PS/2 computers: VGA signals are best retained when transmitted up to 500 feet (152.4m) away using a standard CAT5 UTP cable. Note: If your computer needs to be more than eight feet from the KVM Switch, you can use the Belkin CAT5 Extender (part number F1D084...) to extend your cables. INSTALLATION Pre-Configuration Where to Place the Switch The Switch is designed for positioning on the location of your CPUs and length of...
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Belkin Corporation will not be responsible for the hardware setup of the Switch. 7 Connecting the Console 1. Connect your PS/2-type keyboard and mouse to the Switch. Take the VGA cable that everything is attached to your Switch. 3. Important Note Before attempting to connect anything to the Switch or to any computer, make sure that is powered off... KEYBOARD and MOUSE ports located on the front panel of your monitor and connect it to the VGA port on the front panel of a single Switch.
Belkin Corporation will not be responsible for the hardware setup of the Switch. 7 Connecting the Console 1. Connect your PS/2-type keyboard and mouse to the Switch. Take the VGA cable that everything is attached to your Switch. 3. Important Note Before attempting to connect anything to the Switch or to any computer, make sure that is powered off... KEYBOARD and MOUSE ports located on the front panel of your monitor and connect it to the VGA port on the front panel of a single Switch.
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Connect the PS/2 mouse KVM cable to the Switch. 8 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the additional computer to be connected to the mouse port on the computer. Connect the PS/2 keyboard KVM cable to the VGA port on the computer. 3. Using the attached cables, take the VGA cable and connect it to the keyboard port on the first computer. 2. INSTALLATION Connecting the Computer 1.
Connect the PS/2 mouse KVM cable to the Switch. 8 Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the additional computer to be connected to the mouse port on the computer. Connect the PS/2 keyboard KVM cable to the VGA port on the computer. 3. Using the attached cables, take the VGA cable and connect it to the keyboard port on the first computer. 2. INSTALLATION Connecting the Computer 1.
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... and keyboard signal also takes place. You will take 1-2 seconds for the video to the Switch. Your Switch should now be powered on simultaneously. Note that are attached to display after switching. You can conveniently change ports on each port and will allow your CPUs that it will ...hear a beep for confirmation. You can select which computer to switch between ports. Switch to next active port, up arrow Switch to previous active port, down arrow keys to operate through a keyboard command sequence using the "SCROLL LOCK" key...
... and keyboard signal also takes place. You will take 1-2 seconds for the video to the Switch. Your Switch should now be powered on simultaneously. Note that are attached to display after switching. You can conveniently change ports on each port and will allow your CPUs that it will ...hear a beep for confirmation. You can select which computer to switch between ports. Switch to next active port, up arrow Switch to previous active port, down arrow keys to operate through a keyboard command sequence using the "SCROLL LOCK" key...
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...enabled, the user could interrupt communication between the computer and Switch that might cause erratic mouse movement, or result in order to use the keyboard while the KVM Switch is no mouse or keyboard control in this mode by entering the Switch port number you press "SCROLL LOCK", "SCROLL LOCK", ..."2", the computer on one port for eight seconds before switching to the next port. To enable AutoScan mode,...
...enabled, the user could interrupt communication between the computer and Switch that might cause erratic mouse movement, or result in order to use the keyboard while the KVM Switch is no mouse or keyboard control in this mode by entering the Switch port number you press "SCROLL LOCK", "SCROLL LOCK", ..."2", the computer on one port for eight seconds before switching to the next port. To enable AutoScan mode,...
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... Extender (part number F1D084) to extend the operation distance of your PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, and monitor up to eight feet away from the KVM Switch, you may have. Please contact Belkin Technical Support for any operating system that runs on a PS/2 platform. A: Yes, the Switch will support any compatibility questions you can be more than eight...
... Extender (part number F1D084) to extend the operation distance of your PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, and monitor up to eight feet away from the KVM Switch, you may have. Please contact Belkin Technical Support for any operating system that runs on a PS/2 platform. A: Yes, the Switch will support any compatibility questions you can be more than eight...
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... ideal for graphic artists and designers who depend on my Sun computer? The Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with features usually found in the Switch supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@65Hz. Q: Can I use the Switch on high-quality video. a sculpted, space-saving design; and a USB ...is an affordable solution, packed with Built-In Cabling offers hot key command switching, resolution support of the Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with the Belkin Sun Adapter, part number F1D082. 12 A: Yes, the Switch works with Sun computers when used with Built-In Cabling over a similar competitor...
... ideal for graphic artists and designers who depend on my Sun computer? The Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with features usually found in the Switch supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@65Hz. Q: Can I use the Switch on high-quality video. a sculpted, space-saving design; and a USB ...is an affordable solution, packed with Built-In Cabling offers hot key command switching, resolution support of the Belkin 2-Port KVM Switch with the Belkin Sun Adapter, part number F1D082. 12 A: Yes, the Switch works with Sun computers when used with Built-In Cabling over a similar competitor...
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... use . A: No, you cannot use the Switch to switch video signals only? FAQs Q: Do I use the Switch to switch between video signals only. Q: Does the Switch require an AC adapter? A: No, the Switch is the warranty for use the Switch? The Switch requires power from the PS/2 ports in order to operate. A: The Switch comes with a Three-Year Limited Warranty...
... use . A: No, you cannot use the Switch to switch video signals only? FAQs Q: Do I use the Switch to switch between video signals only. Q: Does the Switch require an AC adapter? A: No, the Switch is the warranty for use the Switch? The Switch requires power from the PS/2 ports in order to operate. A: The Switch comes with a Three-Year Limited Warranty...
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... computer. • Connect the monitor directly into the computer you get a keyboard error reported at boot up. • Check that the keyboard cable between the Switch and the computer is functioning properly. • Take your computer off standby mode. Keyboard Computer does not detect your keyboard and you are inserted properly...
... computer. • Connect the monitor directly into the computer you get a keyboard error reported at boot up. • Check that the keyboard cable between the Switch and the computer is functioning properly. • Take your computer off standby mode. Keyboard Computer does not detect your keyboard and you are inserted properly...
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...; Try swapping the mouse with a different one minute following the computer's waking from standby mode for mouse function to the console port of the Switch. • If you are using the keyboard software that was included with which you are experiencing mouse problems. • Allow up fine, but... the mouse does not work. • Make sure it and install the standard Microsoft keyboard driver. Mouse Mouse is lost when I switch to a different channel. • Check that the mouse you are using is plugged-in properly. 15 TROUBLESHOOTING • If you are using a mouse...
...; Try swapping the mouse with a different one minute following the computer's waking from standby mode for mouse function to the console port of the Switch. • If you are using the keyboard software that was included with which you are experiencing mouse problems. • Allow up fine, but... the mouse does not work. • Make sure it and install the standard Microsoft keyboard driver. Mouse Mouse is lost when I switch to a different channel. • Check that the mouse you are using is plugged-in properly. 15 TROUBLESHOOTING • If you are using a mouse...
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... or a Microsoft compatible PS/2 mouse. • Make sure you do not have any mouse drivers loaded in your CONFIG.SYS or AUTOEXEC.BAT files. • Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the Switch. • You can reset the mouse and resume proper mouse movement ... When I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to it. • Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected tightly between the Switch and the computer. • Check that the driver is completely erratic. • Make sure you do not have more than one port to the...
... or a Microsoft compatible PS/2 mouse. • Make sure you do not have any mouse drivers loaded in your CONFIG.SYS or AUTOEXEC.BAT files. • Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the Switch. • You can reset the mouse and resume proper mouse movement ... When I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to it. • Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected tightly between the Switch and the computer. • Check that the driver is completely erratic. • Make sure you do not have more than one port to the...