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- Page 2 ATEN is a registered trademark of ATEN Technology, Inc. IOGEAR is a registered trademark of ATEN Technology, Inc. ATEN Technology makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Packing List
One MiniView KVM switch Two or four sets of custom cables, depending on the model. G-CS12 comes with two cables while G-CS14 comes with four. One User Manual One Quick-Start Setup Guide Note: If your computers use AT keyboard connectors, please contact us for a free set of PS/2-AT adapters. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Introduction ……...…………...……... Features ………………………………... Hardware Requirements …………… Installation …………………..………… Operation ………………………….……. Manual Port Selection HotKey Port Selection …………….………. Auto Scan Mode …………………………... Next/Last Mode ……………………….……. Appendix A ……………………………… Specifications Appendix B ……………………………… 11 11 Troubleshooting Appendix C ………………………………. Contacting IOGEAR Appendix D ………………………………. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing one of the smallest and most feature-rich KVM switches on the market. IOGEAR’s KVM switches are first-rate connectivity accessories designed to help reduce the frustration of managing multiple computer systems. With the MiniView IOGEAR, you can access multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor). -
Page 6: Features
Features Features Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse, Logitech MouseMan+, FirstMouse+, IBM Scroll Point Mouse and many others Keyboard and mouse emulation for error free PC booting Hot pluggable – add or remove connected PCs without powering off the MiniView Full Plug-n-Play monitor support Caps Lock, Num Lock and Scroll Lock status is saved and restored when switching ports Supports video resolutions up to 1920 x 1440... - Page 7 Hardware Requirements Hardware Requirements Console One VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any PC in the installation One PS/2 mouse One PS/2 keyboard One AT keyboard w/ a PS/2 keyboard adapter The following equipment must be installed on each PC that is to be connected to the system:...
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Page 8: Installation
Installation Installation Before you begin, make sure that the computers you’re going to connect to the MiniView are turned off. Plug the monitor, keyboard, and mouse into the console port connectors of the MiniView Use the extender cables (as described in the Hardware Requirements and Unpacking sections) to connect the monitor, keyboard and mouse ports of the PCs to the MiniView... - Page 9 Installation Installation...
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Page 10: Operation
Operation Operation Controlling the PCs in your MiniView configuration from a single console couldn’t be easier. Two port selection methods provide instant access to any attached PC: Manual Port Selection Hot Key Port Selection Note: When powering-on, the MiniView switches to port 1 by default. -
Page 11: Auto Scan Mode
Operation Operation... Hot Key Port Selection Hot Key navigation allows you to select the active PC directly from the keyboard, instead of having to manually select it by pressing the Port Selection button. The MiniView provides several Hot Key navigation features: Active port selection Auto Scan Mode Last/Next Mode... - Page 12 Operation... Operation... Auto Scan Mode: The Auto Scan feature automatically switches between the connected PCs at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. To invoke Auto Scan Mode, key in the following Hot Key combination: 2-Port MiniView Press and release the Left Shift key, then press and...
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Page 13: Next/Last Mode
Operation... Operation Next/Last Mode: The Last/Next feature is provided to enable you to quickly switch back and forth between computers in order to monitor them manually, instead of using Auto Scan Mode. This method lets you monitor a particular computer for as long or as little as you like - as opposed to Auto Scan Mode, which switches after a fixed interval. -
Page 14: Specifications
P C a n d i s b e i n g a c c e s e d i n N e x t / L a s t M o d e G-CS12: 4.0" x 3.4" x 1.1" Dimensions (L x W x H) G-CS14: 6.7"... -
Page 15: Appendix
If the problem persists, try using a different mouse or a different mouse driver. The MiniView G-CS12 and G-CS14 were designed to operate only with PS/2 mice and A serial mouse or PS/2 computers. PS/2-to-serial adapters will... - Page 16 Appendix Appendix C C Contacting IOGEAR In the event that your MiniView fails to function properly, or you wish to contact us for any other reason, here are a few ways to contact us. IOGEAR 16560 Aston Street Irvine, CA 92606 Phone: (949) 250-1260 Toll Free: (888) 999-2836 Fax: (949) 250-1262...
- Page 17 Appendix Appendix D D Radio & TV Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 18 IOGEAR 16560 Aston Street Irvine, CA 92606 Phone: (949) 250-1260 Toll Free: (888) 999-2836 Fax: (949) 250-1262 www.iogear.com info@iogear.com...
- Page 20 IOGEAR 16560 Aston Street Irvine, CA 92606 Phone: (949) 250-1260 Toll Free: (888) 999-2836 Fax: (949) 250-1262 www.iogear.com info@iogear.com...
- Page 21 Inc. IOGEAR is a registered trademark of ATEN Technology, Inc. ATEN Technology makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 22: Package Contents
Package Contents Package Contents This IOGEAR package contains: G-CV160 Mac – PS/2 Adapter ADB Patch Cable Mac Video Patch Cable User Manual & Setup Guide Product Registration / Warranty Card Please check to make sure that all components are included and nothing is damaged. If you discover a problem, please contact your dealer. - Page 23 Contents Contents Introduction ……...…………...……... Features / Sys. Requirements …… Installation ……………………..……… KVM Setup ………………………………….. Non-KVM Setup ………...………….………. Connection Diagrams ……………………... Dip Switches ….………………………… Video Keyboard & Mouse Mac Key Assignments …………….… Specifications …………………….….… Radio Interference / Warranty ...… Contacting IOGEAR ..…………………. 11 11...
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Page 24: Introduction
Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing IOGEAR’s MiniView Mac Adapter, a Macintosh-PS/2 converter that allows seamless integration of a Macintosh computer into your existing KVM configuration. Our Mac Adapter is fully compatible with older Macintosh systems, the new iMac, G3 and G4. Full Macintosh keyboard functionality is supported on any PS/2 keyboard, while a second ADB port allows your existing ADB devices to be used with... - Page 25 Features / System Requirements Features / System Requirements Features Converts from ADB and DB-15 to PS/2 and HDB-15 Allows a Macintosh system to be incorporated into your KVM setup. Secondary ADB port provides support for additional Macintosh accessories. Full Mac functionality supported on a PS/2 keyboard No software required.
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Page 26: Installation
Installation Installation Installation in a KVM setup: Before installing your G-CV160, please make sure your Macintosh is powered OFF. Connect the PC keyboard and mouse ports on the G-CV160 to one of the PC ports on your KVM switch. Be sure the keyboard port on the KVM switch is connected to the key- board port on the G-CV160, and the same is true for the mouse ports. - Page 27 Installation Installation Before installing your G-CV160, please make sure your Macintosh is powered OFF. Installation without a KVM switch: Connect your PS/2 keyboard and mouse to the PC ports on the G-CV160. If you have an older Macintosh with DB-15 (Mac video) connectors, connect your monitor to the PC video port on the G- CV160.
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Page 29: Dip Switches
Dip Switches Dip Switches Note: Do not modify the DIP Switches when your Macintosh is powered-ON. Switches 1-6 are used to set the appropriate video properties for your configuration. *1 – When SW5 and SW6 are both ON, the VGA and SVGA resolution settings are selected in the monitor portion of the control panel. - Page 30 Dip Switches Dip Switches Switch 7 is used to toggle between a standard 101 and 104 key keyboard. Switch 8 toggles the mouse between high and normal speed settings.
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Page 31: Mac Key Assignments
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Page 32: Specifications
Specifications Specifications... - Page 33 Radio Interference / Limited Warranty Radio Interference / Limited Warranty Radio & TV Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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.
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Page 34: Contacting Iogear
Contacting IOGEAR Contacting IOGEAR In the event that your MiniView fails to function properly, or you wish to contact us for any other reason, here are a few ways to contact us. IOGEAR 16560 Aston Street Irvine, CA 92606 Phone: (949) 250-1260 Toll Free: (888) 999-2836 Fax: (949) 250-1262 www.iogear.com...
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