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  • Page 1 USB 2.0 KVMP Switch with OSD CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual www.aten.com...

  • Page 2: Fcc Information

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 3: User Information

    / CS1734 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://support.aten.com North America ATEN TECH http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration ATEN NJ http://support.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 North America...

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    © Copyright 2008 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Part No. PAPE-0233-3ATG Printing Date: 2008-12-12 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Operating System Support ........5 CS1732B / CS1734B Front View ....... . 6 CS1732B / CS1734B Rear View.
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  • Page 7: About This Manual

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS1732 CS1734 system.

  • Page 8: Conventions

    For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers International – http://www.aten.com North America –...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The CS1732 / CS1734 are two- and four-port KVMP Switches combined with a two-port USB 2.0 hub. As KVM switches, they allow users to access two and four computers from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse console. The CS1732 / CS1734 improves on previous designs by giving the user a...
  • Page 10 CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Since a single console manages all of the computers, the CS1732 / CS1734 installation: 1) eliminates the expense of having to purchase separate console components for each computer; 2) saves all the space those extra components would take up;...

  • Page 11: Features

    1. Introduction Features 2/4-port KVMP switch with USB 2.0 support and 2.1 channel surround sound audio One console controls 2 (CS1732 ) or 4 (CS1734 ) computers and two additional USB devices 2-port USB 2.0 hub built in USB 2.0 compliant Dual interface –...

  • Page 12: Requirements

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Requirements Console A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation. A USB mouse A USB keyboard Note: A PS/2 keyboard and mouse can used by using the converter included in the package Computer The following equipment must be installed on each computer:...

  • Page 13: Operating System Support

    1. Introduction Operating System Support Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux* RedHat 7.1 and higher; Fedora Core 2 and higher SuSE 9.0 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 4.2 and higher Solaris 9 and higher...

  • Page 14: Cs1732B / Cs1734B Front View

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual CS1732 / CS1734 Front View 1&2 USB 2.0 USB 2.0 / OSD 1&2 K/M RESET USB 2.0 USB 2.0 / OSD...
  • Page 15 1. Introduction Component Description Port Pressing a front panel pushbutton brings the focus to the Selection computer attached to its corresponding port. Pushbuttons There are two settings for Front Panel Pushbutton Switching Operation: MODE 1 (Default Setting) and MODE 2 (Alternative Setting).

  • Page 16: Cs1732B / Cs1734B Rear View

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual CS1732 / CS1734 Rear View USB 2.0 USB 2.0 CPU 4 CPU 3 CPU 2 CPU 1...
  • Page 17 1. Introduction Component Description Firmware The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware Upgrade Port upgrade data to the CS1732 / CS1734 plugs in here. See The Firmware Upgrade Utility, page 37 for details. USB 2.0 USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug into Peripheral Port this port.
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  • Page 19: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 41. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the installation are turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Cable Connection To set up your CS1732...
  • Page 20 CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual 5. At the other end of the cable: a) For a PS/2 connection (see page 13), plug the keyboard, mouse, video, microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer. b) For a USB connection (see page 13), plug the USB, video, microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
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  • Page 23: Basic Operation

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation This chapter explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the CS1732 / CS1734 Port Switching There are four convenient methods to access the computers: Manual – which involves pressing the port selection pushbuttons located on the unit’s front panel;...

  • Page 24: Mouse Port Selection

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Mouse Port Selection The mouse port-switching function, which allows you to select a port using the mouse, is a new feature of the latest CS1732 / CS1734 . Simply double-click the scroll wheel on the mouse to switch between ports. The mouse port- switching function allows you to cycle through the ports in sequential order –...

  • Page 25: Port Id Numbering

    Chapter 3. Basic Operation Port ID Numbering Each KVM port on the CS1732 / CS1734 switch is assigned a port number (1, 2, 3, or 4). The port numbers are marked on the rear panel of the switch (see CS1784 Rear View, page 6, for details). The Port ID of a computer is derived from the KVM port number it is connected to.
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  • Page 27: Keyboard Port Operation

    Chapter 4 Keyboard Port Operation This chapter details the concepts and procedures involved in the keyboard port Hotkey operation of your CS1732 / CS1734 installation; hotkey operation within the OSD is discussed in the previous chapter, OSD Operation. Hotkey Port Control Hotkey Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.

  • Page 28: Alternate Hsm Invocation Keys

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Alternate HSM Invocation Keys An alternate set of HSM invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate HSM invocation set, do the following: 1.

  • Page 29: Going Directly To A Port

    KVM focus to the next port on the installation (1 to 2; 2 to 1 for [Enter] the CS1732B; 1 to 2; 2 to 3; 3 to 4; 4 to 1 for the CS1734B). Note: The KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all go to this port even if they were on different ports to begin with.

  • Page 30: Auto Scanning

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Auto Scanning Auto Scan automatically switches among all the active KVM Ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals, so that he can monitor their activity automatically. See the following table below for details: Hotkey Action [Num Lock] + [-] [A]...

  • Page 31: Skip Mode

    4. Keyboard Port Operation Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long or as little as you like – as opposed to Auto Scanning, which automatically switches after a fixed interval.

  • Page 32: Video Dynasync

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Video DynaSync To invoke Video DynaSync so the CS1732 / CS1734 stores the console monitor’s EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 19). 2. Press [D]. List Hotkey Settings To see a list of the current hotkey settings, do the following: 1.

  • Page 33: Invoking The Osd / Alternate Osd Invocation Keys

    4. Keyboard Port Operation Invoking the OSD / Alternate OSD Invocation Keys The OSD invocation keys (see OSD Overview, page 27) can be changed from tapping the Scroll Lock key twice ([Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]) to tapping the Ctrl key twice. To change the OSD invocation keys, do the following: 1.

  • Page 34: Hotkey Summary Table

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Hotkey Summary Table [Num Lock] + [-] [Enter] Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus from the port that currently has the KVM focus to the next port on the installation. [Port ID] Switches access to the computer that corresponds [Enter] to that Port ID.

  • Page 35: Osd Operation

    Chapter 5 OSD Operation This chapter provides a complete description of the procedures involved in the OSD (On Screen Display) operation of your CS1732 / CS1734 installation. OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations.

  • Page 36: Osd Navigation

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual OSD Navigation To select a port, use the F1, F2, F3 and F7 Keys then click on the Up and Down Arrow Keys to move the Highlight Bar down the list on the screen. When the Highlight Bar is on the port you want to switch to, press [Enter] or double click the left button of the mouse.

  • Page 37: Osd Main Screen Headings

    5. OSD Operation OSD Main Screen Headings This column lists the Port ID numbers for all the KVM ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the Highlight Bar to its corresponding port, then press [Enter]. A Pointing Finger icon in this column indicates which computer has the console focus.

  • Page 38: F1: Kvm

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual F1: KVM To view the screen of the KVM focus port, press [F1] or move the cursor to F1:KVM and click. Follow the steps listed under OSD Navigation, page 28). F2: USB To view the screen of the USB focus port, press [F2] or move the cursor to F2:USB and click.

  • Page 39: F6: Set

    5. OSD Operation F6: SET This function allows you to set up your working environment. When you press [F6] or click on the F6 field, a screen similar to the one below appears: To change a setting: 1. Double click it; or move the Highlight Bar to it, and press [Enter]. 2.
  • Page 40 CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function BUTTON Sets the Front Panel Pushbutton Switching Operation Setting: SETTINGS MODE 1 (Default Setting): 1. Press a pushbutton once to bring only the KVM focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port (in 2 secs). 2.
  • Page 41 5. OSD Operation (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function HOTKEY Enables / Disables the Hotkey Command function in case a conflict COMMAND with programs running on the computer occurs. MODE RESTORE Used to undo all the changes and return to the factory default settings DEFAULT (see Factory Default Settings, page 44) except for the NAMES settings VALUES...

  • Page 42: F7: Pn

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual F7: PN This function allows you to give the KVM, USB and Audio focus to one port simultaneously. When you press [F7], or click on the F7: PN field, you can select the KVM, USB and Audio columns simultaneously and use the Up and Down Arrow keys to select a Port Number.

  • Page 43: Keyboard Emulation

    Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift [Ctrl] Ctrl [Ctrl] [1] [Ctrl] [2] [Ctrl] [3] [Ctrl] [4] [Alt]...

  • Page 44: Sun Keyboard

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below. PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard [Ctrl] [T]...

  • Page 45: The Firmware Upgrade Utility

    The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. New firmware upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available. http://www.aten.com Before you Begin 1. From a computer that is not part of the KVM installation go to our Internet...

  • Page 46: Starting The Upgrade

    2. Read the License Agreement (enable the I Agree radio button). 3. Click Next. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: CS1732B/1734B [MAIN].. The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel.

  • Page 47: Upgrade Succeeded

    7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 4. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. The firmware [Ver 1.0.] is not newer than the current firmware [Ver 1.0.090] in device CS1732B/CS1734B [MAIN]: 000 Continue upgrade? [Yes/No] If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s...

  • Page 48: Upgrade Failed

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Upgrade Failed Shorting the Mainboard Jumper If the Upgrade Succeeded screen doesn’t appear, it means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully, in which case you should do the following: 1. Power off the CS1732 / CS1734 and remove its housing.

  • Page 49: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water.
  • Page 50 CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies. Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

  • Page 51: Technical Support

    Online Technical Support http://support.aten.com Support Troubleshooting http://www.aten.com Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support 886-2-8692-6959 North America Email Support ATEN TECH support@aten-usa.com ATEN NJ sales@aten.com Online Technical Support ATEN TECH http://www.aten-usa.com/support Support ATEN NJ http://support.aten.com Troubleshooting ATEN TECH http://www.aten-usa.com Documentation ATEN NJ http://www.aten.com...

  • Page 52: Factory Default Settings

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Factory Default Settings Pushbuttons and Hotkeys Setting Default Port Switching [Number Lock] [-] [Enter] Invoking HSM [Number Lock] [-] Auto Scan Interval 5 seconds Port Switching Keys Enabled Setting Default OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Keyboard Port Hotkey [Num Lock] + [-] Button Settings...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Function CS1732 CS1734 Computer Connections Port Selection OSD; Hotkeys; Pushbuttons Connectors Console 1 x USB Type A F (Black) Ports Video 1 x HDB-15 F (Blue) Mouse 1 x USB Type A F (Black) Speaker 2 x Mini Stereo Jack F (Green) Mic.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    CS1732 / CS1734 User Manual Troubleshooting Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. In addition, updating the product’s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released.

  • Page 55: About Sphd Connectors

    Appendix About SPHD Connectors This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or Console ports. We have specifically modified the shape of these connectors so that only KVM cables that we have designed to work with this product can be connected. Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR...
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