Operation - Cables to Go Port Authority2 User Manual

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.
Note for users with connected USB devices (other than keyboard/mouse):
The drivers for most USB devices (Mass Storage device, CCD Cameras,
Scanners, Card Reader, Printers, e.g.) require the device to be disabled before
you disconnect the device. Follow the "Safely Remove" process provided in
Windows before you disconnect the device to avoid system freezes or other
problems. When you switch computers via the KVM, it is the equivalent of
disconnecting the device. Therefore, if you have peripheral devices (other than a
second keyboard and mouse) connected to these ports, you must be sure to shut
down or safely remove the USB driver for them before switching computers.
1. Manual Switch by pushbutton:
You can switch to any other available active USB host connection by simply
push the appropriate switch button on the KVM Switch. The LED will be lit to
indicate which port is currently selected.
2. Two Step Hot Key Switch by PS/2 keyboard:
You can switch to any available PC by entering a two step Hot Keys sequence
directly from the PS/2 keyboard. To send commands to the KVM Switch, [Scroll]
must be pressed twice (Step 1). Then you can press [1] to [4] (Step 2) to switch
between ports.
Note: Hot keys are supported by PS/2 Keyboard only. USB keyboard users must
use manual switch method or OSD.
*After invoking the Hot Key function with the [Scroll] , [Scroll] , you must press
the corresponding final command (Step 2) within 3 seconds for each key press.
(The Scroll Lock LED on the keyboard will start blinking and wait for the final
command. After completing the hot key sequence or 3 seconds have elapsed, the
keyboard LED will revert back to its original state.)
Port Authority2 4-Port USB and PS2 KVM Switch
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