IOGear GCS1214TAA3 Administrator's Manual

IOGear GCS1214TAA3 Administrator's Manual

2/4/8 - port usb dvi/hdmi/displayport single/dual viev secure kvm switch

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2/4/8-Port USB DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort
Single/Dual View Secure KVM Switch
Administrator's Guide
GCS1212TAA3 – GCS1214TAA3 – GCS1218TAA3 – GCS1222TAA3 – GCS1224TAA3 – GCS1228TAA3
GCS1312TAA3 – GCS1314TAA3 – GCS1318TAA3 – GCS1322TAA3 – GCS1324TAA3 – GCS1328TAA3
GCS1412TAA3 – GCS1414TAA3 – GCS1418TAA3 – GCS1422TAA3 – GCS1424TAA3 – GCS1428TAA3
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©2018 IOGEAR® All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1 Single/Dual View Secure KVM Switch Administrator’s Guide GCS1212TAA3 – GCS1214TAA3 – GCS1218TAA3 – GCS1222TAA3 – GCS1224TAA3 – GCS1228TAA3 GCS1312TAA3 – GCS1314TAA3 – GCS1318TAA3 – GCS1322TAA3 – GCS1324TAA3 – GCS1328TAA3 GCS1412TAA3 – GCS1414TAA3 – GCS1418TAA3 – GCS1422TAA3 – GCS1424TAA3 – GCS1428TAA3 www.iogear.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of content FCC Information ................................3 Chapter 1 - Introduction .............................7 Overview ................................. 7 Chapter 2 – Precautions and Preparation ........................8 Before You Begin ..............................8 Tampering prevention and detection ........................8 Always use qualified and authorized peripheral devices ..................8 Secure Installation ..............................
  • Page 3: Fcc Information

    FCC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: 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. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 4: User Notice

    Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other devices on IOGEAR Secure KVM installation. *Please visit our website to download the most up to date version of the manual ©2018 IOGEAR®...
  • Page 5 If all front panel LEDs (except for Power LED) flash continuously or the switch’s enclosure appears to be breached, avoid using this product and contact your IOGEAR dealer. This Secure KVM Switch is equipped with active always-on chassis intrusion detection security.
  • Page 6: Product Information

    Product Information For information about all IOGEAR products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit IOGEAR on the Web or contact an IOGEAR Authorized Reseller. Visit IOGEAR on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Chapter 1 - Introduction Overview The IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch series is NIAP-certified and compliant with NIAP PP 3.0 (Protection Profile for Peripheral Sharing Switch version 3.0) requirements, satisfying the latest security requisites set by the U.S. Department of Defense for peripheral sharing switches. Compliance ensures maximum information security while sharing a single set of HIDs (keyboards, mice, speakers, and CAC Readers) between multiple computers.
  • Page 8: Chapter 2 - Precautions And Preparation

    Tampering prevention and detection 1. IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch includes tamper-evident tapes to provide visual indications of intrusion to the switch’s enclosure. If the tamper-evident seals are missing, peeled, or looks as if they have been adjusted, avoid using the product and contact your IOGEAR dealer.
  • Page 9: Secure Installation

    4. Hot-swapping of the console monitor is not allowed. Power off the Secure KVM Switch and the monitor before changing the console monitor. 5. A computer connected to IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch should only be powered on after all of the device (Video, USB, and audio) are securely connected 6.
  • Page 10: Chapter 3 - Operation

    Chapter 3 – Operation Powering On When powering on, resetting, or power cycling IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch, the switch will perform a self-test to check the unit’s integrity and security functions. During the self-test  All Port and CAC LEDs will turn ON and then OFF ...
  • Page 11: Led Display

    LED Display In addition to the Power LED, IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch has built-in Port LEDs (Online and Selected), keyboard lock keys (Num Lock / Caps Lock /Scroll Lock) LEDs and CAC LEDs on the front panel to indicate Port / Keyboard / CAC reader operating status.
  • Page 12: Chassis Intrusion Detection

    Secure KVM User Manual for details) 3. Connect a source computer to Port 1 of the Secure KVM Switch’s KVM Port section using IOGEAR KVM cable sets. The USB cable attached to the computer's keyboard / mouse must be connected to the KVM USB Port on the switch.
  • Page 13: Administrator Logon

    Administrator Logon After the IOGEAR KVM Secure Switch is set up, please follow below steps to logon: 1. Open a text editor on the source computer connected to Port 1 2. Use the console keyboard to: a. Press and hold down the Ctrl key, b.
  • Page 14 The new password should contain: a. At least 8 characters in length, but no longer than 22 characters. b. At least 1 lower case letter and, c. At least 1 upper case letter and, d. At least 1 numeric character and, e.
  • Page 15: Log Data Audit

    Log Data Audit Log Data Audit is enabled when the IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch is manufactured and cannot be terminated. After a successful Administrator Login, type LIST and press [Enter] for administrator functions. Administrator Logon Mode ID: Administrator Please enter password: ********...
  • Page 16 1. KVM Information Area This area displays the Secure KVM Switch status and critical information a. DATE-TIME: Current Date and Time in UTC b. MFG_DATE: Manufacturing Date (in UTC) of the Secure KVM Switch c. TAMP_TEST: The Secure KVM Switch Tamper protection test status d.
  • Page 17 Secure KVM Switch will accept or reject specific USB devices. CAC Port device filtering can also be configured via IOGEAR Port Authentication Utility. Please refer to the IOGEAR Port Authentication Utility Guide for details.
  • Page 18: Appendix

    Appendix General Safety Instructions  This product is for indoor use only.  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.
  • Page 19: Limited Warranty

    This Secure KVM carries a 4 Year Limited Warranty. For the terms and conditions of this warranty, please visit http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty Register your IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch online at http://www.iogear.com/register For further assistance with IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch series, please contact IOGEAR Technical Support department at GovSupport@iogear.com...
  • Page 20 ©2018 IOGEAR® All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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