Cascading - ATEN CL3884NW User Manual

CL3884NW User Manual

Cascading

To control even more computers, up to 4 additional switches can be cascaded
from the first CL3884NW (see the Appendix for a list of compatible ATEN
switches). As many as 16 computers can be controlled from a single console in
a complete cascade installation. Tables showing the relation between the number
of computers and the number of switches needed to control them are provided
on page 121 in the Appendix.
Note: The CL3884NW can only be installed as the first switch in a two level
installation as its LCD, keyboard and mouse are used as the console and
all second level switches require an external console port to be
cascaded.
To set up a cascade installation, make sure that the power to all devices has
been turned off, and then do the following:
1. Ground the CL3884NW by connecting one end of a grounding wire to the
grounding terminal and the other end to a suitable grounded object.
Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to
the unit from power surges or static electricity.
2. Connect the console ports of a secondary CM1164A / CM1284 to any
available KVM Port on the primary CL3884NW using the provided KVM
cables. To cascade another CM1164A / CM1284, repeat this step.
Note: 1. If the CM1164A is connected for cascade, make sure to use a DVI
to HDMI connector.
2. If the CM1284 is connected for cascade, make sure to connect the
Console HDMI Port 1 of the secondary CM1284 instead of its
Port 2 to the primary CL3884NW to be able to display multi-view
modes.
3. Connect the secondary CM1164A / CM1284 units with computers / video
sources. For detailed steps, see.
Note: Make sure the computers and devices that the CM1164A / CM1284
connects to are also properly grounded.
4. (Optional) Connect the primary CL3884NW with a USB keyboard, USB
mouse, and speakers.
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