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IOGear MiniView Ultra+ GCS1758 User Manual

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  • Page 1 MiniView Ultra+ ® 8-Port Multi Platform KVM Switch User Manual (GCS1758)
  • Page 3 All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Package Content Overview Features System Requirements Introduction Installation Operation Hotkey Port Control Alternate Hotkey Invocation Key Keyboard Emulation OSD Operation Firmware Update Utility Appendix Troubleshooting Specification Technical Support Radio and TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty...

  • Page 5: Package Content

    Package Contents This package consists of: ® 1 Miniview Ultra+ KVM 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1 Power Adapter 1 Rack Mount Kit 1 User Manual 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty / Registration Card Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 6: Overview

    Windows-based computers, Sun Solaris systems, Linux, or even Macs by a single KVM switch. IOGEAR extended the multi-platform support by supporting the special keys on both Sun and Mac keyboards. This KVM switch also comes with the IOGEAR VSE technology, which provides excellent video resolution - up to 2048 x 1536.

  • Page 7: Features

    Features • Dual interface support – supports computers with either PS/2 or USB Keyboard and mouse. • Multi platform support – Windows, Mac, and Sun Solaris • Easy to install – just plug the cables in • Audio support allows sharing multimedia speakers and microphone •...

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Either a Type-A USB port, or PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports. Cables: For PS/2 computers, use IOGEAR part number G2L530XP*; For USB computers, use IOGEAR part number G2L530XU*. *”X” stands for the length of the cable: “1” is 3', “2” is 6', “3” is 10'.)

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Front View 1. Port Selection Switches – Press a switch to access the computer attached to its corresponding port. Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds performs a keyboard and mouse reset. Pressing Buttons 7 and 8 simultaneously for 2 seconds starts Auto Scan Mode .
  • Page 10 3. Reset – Use a thin object (such as the end of a paper clip, or a ballpoint pen), to press this recessed switch in to initiate a reset of the unit. Press this briefly for a warm reset. If the switch is kept in for longer than three seconds, a cold reset takes place.
  • Page 11 Firmware Upgrade Port : The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administrator’s computer to the GCS1758 plugs into this RJ-11 connector. See p. 44 for firmware upgrading details. 2. Console Port Section – Ports to plug in your microphone, speakers, monitor, keyboard and mouse are found here.
  • Page 12 Introduction 3. CPU Port Section – The cables that link the switch to your computers plug in here. Each CPU port is comprised of a microphone jack, speaker jack, and KVM data connector. Note: The shape of these 15-pin connectors has been specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Single Stage Installation To set up the single stage installation of GCS1758, refer to the installation diagrams on the following page, and do the steps as indicated: 1. Plug your USB keyboard, USB mouse, monitor, microphone and speakers into the Console USB Ports located on the unit’s rear panel.
  • Page 14 Installation 3. At the other end of the cable (the computer end): a) For a computer with USB connections, plug the USB, video, microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer. b) For a computer with PS/2 connections, plug the keyboard, mouse, video, microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
  • Page 15 Two Stage Installation To control even more computers, you can connect up to eight additional GCS1758 units cascading to the CPU ports of the first stage unit. As many as 64 computers can be controlled in a complete two stage installation.
  • Page 16 With a three stage setup, as many as 512 GCS1758 computers can be controlled in a complete installation. A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of switches needed to control them is provided on p.
  • Page 17 Installation...

  • Page 18: Operation

    Components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging and replugging their cables from their respective ports without the need to shut the switch down. For hot plugging to work properly, the following procedures must be observed:...
  • Page 19 PS/2 computers or computers with Novell OS, etc. Port ID Numbering: Each CPU Port on a GCS1758 installation is assigned a unique Port ID . You can directly access any computer on any level of the installation by...
  • Page 20 Manual, Hotkey , and OSD. • Manual - Simply press the appropriate Port Selection Switch on the GCS1758’s front panel. After you press the switch, the Selected LED lights to indicate that the port has the KVM focus.
  • Page 21 OSD operation is discussed in detail beginning on p.27. • Manual - Simply press the appropriate Port Selection Switch on the GCS1758’s front panel. After you press the switch, the Selected LED lights to indicate that the port has the KVM focus. The OSD (see p.
  • Page 22 Operation Hot Key Mode (HKM): The GCS1758 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard. All hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Mode. To invoke HKM, do the following: 1.

  • Page 23: Hotkey Port Control

    Hotkey Mode. ® Ultra+ Auto Scan Mode: The GCS1758’s Auto Scan feature automatically switches among all the active CPU Ports that are accessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals (see Scan Mode of the OSD F3 SET function, p.
  • Page 24 An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke HKM (see p. 19) 2. Press and release the H key. The Hotkey Invocation keys become the Ctrl key (instead of Num Lock) and the F12 key (instead of Minus).
  • Page 25 (see p. 26). Hotkey Port Control Keyboard Platform Setup: The GCS1758’s default port settings are for a PC Compatible operating platform, and the US English keyboard language code. You can modify these for each port by bringing the KVM focus to the port you want to change and using the hotkey combinations shown in the table below.
  • Page 26 Hotkey Port Control Miscellaneous: Hotkeys are also used to reset the USB, and toggle the beeper On and Off. To perform any of these operations, do the following: 1. Invoke HKM (see p. 19) 2. Press and release the appropriate action key (see table).

  • Page 27: Alternate Hotkey Invocation Key

    Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys Hotkey Summary Table: Note: The brackets indicate the keys you should press. Simply press the indicated keys - do not type the brackets.

  • Page 28: Keyboard Emulation

    Keyboard Emulation 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 on the right. Note: When using [Ctrl] combinatons, press and release the Ctrl key, then press and release the activation key.
  • Page 29 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 on the right. Note: When using key combinatons, press and release the first key (Ctrl or Alt), then press and release the activation key.

  • Page 30: Osd Operation

    OSD Operation OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD) is used to handle all computer control and switching procedures. All procedures start from the OSD Main Menu. To pop up the Main Menu, tap the [Scroll Lock] key twice. Note: You can optionally change the Hotkey to the Ctrl key (see OSD Hotkey , p.32), in which case you would tap [Ctrl] twice.
  • Page 31 Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administrator’s Main Screen. The User Main Screen does not show the F4 ADM function. 2. OSD always starts in List view, with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed.
  • Page 32 OSD Functions: OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port; scan selected ports only; limit the list you wish to view; designate a port as a Quick View Port;...
  • Page 33 3. Press [Esc] to return to the previous menu level. • F1 GOTO: GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port’s Name , or its Port ID . - To use the Name method, key in 1; key in the port’s Name;...
  • Page 34 OSD Operation - These items only show up on the Administrator’s screen, since only he has Quick View setting rights (see p. 30, for details). Move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one.
  • Page 35 OSD Operation...
  • Page 36 OSD Operation...
  • Page 37 OSD Operation F4 ADM: F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting Double Click it; or use the Up and Down Arrow Keys to move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter].
  • Page 38 OSD Operation...
  • Page 39 • F7 SCAN: The SCAN function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching manually. - The selection of computers to be included for Auto Scanning is made with the Scan Mode setting under the F3 SET function (see p.
  • Page 40 OSD Operation • F8 LOUT: LOUT (Log out) logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console screen. After using this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD. This is different from simply pressing [Esc] when you are at the Main Screen to deactivate the OSD, where all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD Hotkey.

  • Page 41: Firmware Update Utility

    1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our support site and choose the model name that relates to your device (GCS1758) to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade packages. Firmware Upgrade Utility 2.
  • Page 42 Firmware Upgrade Utility 4. Shut down the non-hot-pluggable computers (such as PS/2 computers) on your GCS1758 installation. 5. From your KVM switch console, bring up the OSD (see p. 27) and select the F4ADM function. 6. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE.
  • Page 43 2. Read and Agree to the License Agreement (enable the I Agree radio button). 3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: Firmware Upgrade Utility The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel.
  • Page 44 Firmware Upgrade Utility 5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version , the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device’s version is higher than the up grade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel.
  • Page 45 Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Firmware Upgrade Utility Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
  • Page 46 Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No, the Upgrade Failed screen appears: Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
  • Page 47 7. Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position. 8. Plug the switch’s power adapter cable back in. This completes the Firmware Upgrade Recovery operation, and your switch is ready for use.

  • Page 48: Appendix

    Appendix ® Miniview Ultra+ Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of GCS1758 Units and the number of computers that they control:...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...

  • Page 50: Specification

    Specifications...

  • Page 51: Technical Support

    If you are still experiencing problems after reading Product User Manual and the Troubleshooting section, you may either contact our technical support by phone OR, simply visit our URL address www.iogear.com to go to our company website and check the latest version and other information about the product and/or software.

  • Page 52: Radio And Tv Interference Statement

    Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 53: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMEN- TATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
  • Page 54 Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P)949.453.8782 • (F)949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...

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