Installation; Pre-Configuration - Belkin OmniView F1DA104Pea User Manual

Installation

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Pre-Configuration

Where to Place the PRO2 PS/2:
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The enclosure of the PRO2 PS/2 is designed for standalone or rack-
mount configuration. The 8- and 16-port PRO2 PS/2s are natively
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rack-mountable in standard 19-inch server racks. Rack-mount
hardware is included with these switches for a study rack installation.
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An optional rack-mount kit (F1D005) is available for use with the 4-
Port PRO2 PS/2.
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Consider the following when deciding where to place the PRO2
PS/2:
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• whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors;
• the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor,
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and mouse;
• the location of your CPUs in relation to your console;
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• and the lengths of the cables you use to connect your computers
to the PRO2 PS/2.
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Cable Distance Requirements:
VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet. Beyond that length, the
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probability of video degradation increases. For this reason, we
recommend that the length of the cables between the PRO2 PS/2 and
the connected computers does not exceed 25 feet.
Note:
If you need your console to reside further than 25 feet from
the PRO2 PS/2, we recommend using the Belkin CAT5 Extender
(F1D084vea2) with a standard CAT5 UPT cable. By using this device,
you may increase the distance between your PRO2 PS/2 and your
keyboard, mouse, and monitor by as much as 300 feet without risking
signal degradation.
Cautions and Warnings:
Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air conditioning
equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum
cleaners).
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