Cables to Go Port Authority2 User Manual

4-port usb and ps2 kvm switch

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Port Authority2
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4 4 4 4 - - - - Port U
Port USB
Port U
Port U
KVM Switch
KVM Switch
KVM Switch
KVM Switch
SB and PS2
and PS2
SB
SB
and PS2
and PS2
Version 2.3 8/31/2006

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual User’s Manual User’s Manual User’s Manual Port Authority2 Port Authority2 Port Authority2 Port Authority2 4 4 4 4 - - - - Port U Port USB SB and PS2 and PS2 Port U Port U and PS2 and PS2...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch Index 1. INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………3 1.1 F …………………….…..……………………………………………………………… 3 EATURES 1.2 P …………………………………………..…………………………………..4 HYSICAL IAGRAM 1.3 P …………………………………...…………………………………………4 ACKAGE ONTENTS 2. SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………..5 2.1 G ………………………………………………………………………………………….5 ENERAL 2.2 LED I ………………………………………………………………………………….6 NDICATORS 3. INSTALLATION……………………..………………………………………………………………7 3.1 S …………………………………………………………………………..7...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1. Introduction The Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch by Cables To Go allows you to control up to four computers with a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor. For added convenience, this KVM switch works with both USB and PS2 mice and keyboards.
  • Page 4: Physical Diagram

    1.3 Package Contents The product you purchased should contain the equipment and accessories as follows: 1. Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 2. CD with user manual and On-Screen-Display(OSD) utility 3. Four sets of USB+VGA cables 4. Power Supply...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 2. Specifications 2. Sp ecifications 2. Sp 2. Sp ecifications ecifications 2.1 General Specification Operating Temperature 5~ 40°C Humidity 0%~80%RH Cables Included Cable Length 1.8M Dimensions (LxWxH) 200 x 82 x 44mm...
  • Page 6: Led Indicators

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 2.2 LED Indicators Power status LED indicator: On (Red): The power adapter is connected to the KVM. USB hub ports are in self-powered mode. (This is the recommended state). Off: The power adapter is not connected or not functioning. USB hub ports are in bus-powered mode.
  • Page 7: Installation

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 3 3 3 3 . Install . Installation ation . Install . Install ation ation 3.1 System Requirements -One available USB port and one available VGA port -Windows 98 or later, Mac OS9/OSX, Solaris 8 (SUN BLADE 100), Linux Kernel 2.3 or later...
  • Page 8: Using The Osd Program

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 3.5 Using the OSD program; examples a. “No PCs Found” means that the KVM Switch cannot acquire the PC status. This is either because the PC did not connect or is powered off.
  • Page 9 Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch The large red “4” and small green “1, 2, 3” means that four PCs are connected to Port 1 and Port 4 of your KVM Switch respectively, and you have switched to Port 4 already.
  • Page 10: Operation

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch 4. 4. 4. 4. Operation The KVM Switch supports three methods to switch between computers: Pushbutton, Hot Keys, and OSD. Due to the refresh of the video and re-synchronization of the mouse and keyboard signal, it can take up to 3 seconds before control is re-established after switching to ensure proper signal synchronization.
  • Page 11: Hot Key Table

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch Three Steps Hot Key definition table Step 1 Step2 Action USB HUB Auto-Switch mode Switches access to PC1 (Computer connected to Port A) Switches access to PC2 (Computer connected to Port B)
  • Page 12: Auto-Switch Function-Usb Keyboard/Mouse Users, Please Read

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch * Auto- - - - Switch * Auto Switch Function: Function: * Auto * Auto Switch Switch Function: Function: When Auto-Switch mode is ON: When you enable the AutoSwitch mode the KVM will switch the HUB when you switch the host.
  • Page 13: Sun Micro System Function Key Emulation

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch * Sun Micro System Function Key Emulation: : : : * Sun Micro System Function Key Emulation * Sun Micro System Function Key Emulation * Sun Micro System Function Key Emulation There are 16 special functions on the Sun Micro system keyboard; the KVM Switch can emulate these function keys via the PS/2 keyboard ( it won’t work via a...
  • Page 14: Appendix A-Windows 98 Driver Installation

    Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch Appendix A: Windows 98 driver installation procedure After you connect the KVM Switch to your PC, Win 98 will automatically detect the device and prompt for the driver installation. Please install the KVM Switch by following the instructions from Step A-E.
  • Page 15 Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch D. Press “Next” to start the installation process. (Ref. Fig. D) Fig. D D1. Sometimes Windows cannot locate the necessary driver automatically. So you need to choose “Browse” to specify the location of the driver on your “Windows...
  • Page 16 Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch D2. Press “OK” to continue (Ref. Fig. D2) Fig. D2 E. Press “Finish” and Windows has finished installing the USB Human Interface Device driver for PS/2 keyboard & mouse. (Ref. Fig. E)
  • Page 17 Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch Disclaimer Disclaimer Disclaimer Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer does not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or other damages.

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