HighSecLabs K204 User Manual

Secure kvm switch: 4-port, dvi video, (dpp for 204e)

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User Manual: K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch: 4-Port, DVI Video,
(DPP for 204E)
User Manual
Model covered in this user manual:
K204 - Secure 4-port DVI-I KVM Switch
K204E - Secure 4-port DVI-I KVM Switch w/ DPP
Rev: 2.5
Doc No: HDC06148

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  • Page 1 User Manual: K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch: 4-Port, DVI Video, (DPP for 204E) User Manual Model covered in this user manual: K204 - Secure 4-port DVI-I KVM Switch K204E - Secure 4-port DVI-I KVM Switch w/ DPP Rev: 2.5...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Nov 11, 2010 Initial release Safety Precautions ................7 Nov 20, 2011 Internal review for CC evaluation Front Panel Features – K204/K204E ..........8 Rear Panel Features – K204/K204E ............ 9 Dec 30, 2011 Released for customers Tamper Evident Labels ..............10...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    HSL Secure DVI-I KVM Switch unit  12V 1.5A DC Power Supply The K204 and K204E are secure 4-port, DVI-I KVM Switches that allow users to share peripherals - keyboard, mouse and monitor - between  DVI to VGA adapter plug four different security-level networks/computers.
  • Page 4: Security Features

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Security Features HSL Secure KVM Switch is the most advanced and secure EDID Emulation and Firewall commercially available KVM Switch available today. This product is a HSL Secure KVM Switch blocks the computer access to the shared derivative of high security KVM product used in newest NATO nuclear display by using isolated EDID emulators.
  • Page 5 K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual High Inter-Channel Analog Isolation HSL Secure KVM Switches offers exceptionally high isolation between computer channels to prevent analog leakages across the KVM. Dedicated Peripheral Port HSL patented Dedicated Peripheral Ports enables secure use of CAC or smart-card readers leveraging security.
  • Page 6: Operational Features

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Display Diagnostic LED Operational Features Special display diagnostic LEDs near each one of the console display The HSL Secure KVM Switch was designed with the user in mind for connectors provides essential guidance during installation.
  • Page 7: Equipment Requirements

    • Red Hat®, Ubuntu® and other Linux® platforms Video Support • Mac OS® X v10.3 and higher.  K204/K204E supports DVI-I displays as well as VGA and USB Keyboard console port HDMI via compatible cables. The product console USB keyboard port is compatible with Standard Resolutions Supported USB keyboards.
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Safety Precautions Please read the following safety precautions carefully before using the product: The product has obvious signs of breakage or Before cleaning, disconnect the product from DC loose internal parts. power.
  • Page 9: Front Panel Features - K204/K204E

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Front Panel Features – K204/K204E 1a-1c – Holographic Tamper Evident Labels 2 – DPP (Dedicated Peripheral Port) Freeze push-button and LED & selected channel LED [K204E model] 3 – Channel Select push-buttons and LEDs...
  • Page 10: Rear Panel Features - K204/K204E

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Rear Panel Features – K204/K204E 1a – Holographic Tamper Evident Label 9 – Computer #2 group Keyboard/Mouse USB jack 2 – DPP (Dedicated Peripheral Port) console USB jack 10 - Computer #2 group DVI-I video input jack [K204E only] 11 - Computer #2 group audio input jack 3.5 mm stereo...
  • Page 11: Tamper Evident Labels

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Tamper Evident Labels Active Anti-Tampering System HSL Secure KVM Switch uses 4 holographic tamper evident labels to provide visual indications in case of enclosure intrusion attempt. HSL Secure KVM Switch is equipped with always-on active anti- These labels indicate white dots or the text “VOID”...
  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Console Display Port 1 DVI-I dual-link female connector Product Specifications Console Audio-Out 3.5mm stereo jack Enclosure Steel metal enclosure CPU Keyboard/Mouse Ports USB Type-B jack Power Requirements 12V DC, 1.5A (maximum) power...
  • Page 13: Before Installation

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Before Installation Unpacking the Product Important: Before opening the product packaging, inspect the packaging 1. If the unit’s enclosure appears disrupted or if all channel- condition to assure that product was not damaged during delivery.
  • Page 14: Installation

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual classical keyboard (HID) operation will be functional. It is Installation recommended to use standard USB keyboards. 4. Console USB mouse port supports Standard KVM Extender Connecting devices to product console composite device having a keyboard/mouse functions.
  • Page 15 K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual When you power up your computers, the product emulates display, If the USB device is detected but not authorized, as not being a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your computers to boot Smart Card or CAC reader, it will be rejected for security reasons.
  • Page 16 K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Typical system installation diagram (K204E)
  • Page 17: Operation

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Operation Now that you have connected your console and computers to the Switch, it is ready for use. Default channel after power up is channel #1 as indicated by channel select LED #1 illumination. You can select...
  • Page 18: Dpp Operation

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual DPP Operation The product is equipped with DPP port enabling connectivity to external USB-devices such as smartcard reader. Summary of rules that apply to DPP switching: It is assumed that a "connected channel" is when: 1.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Troubleshooting Guide General Problem: No power - No video output, none of the front panel LEDs are illuminating. Important Security Note: Solutions: If you are aware of potential security vulnerability while ...
  • Page 20 K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Keyboard Mouse Problem: Mouse and keyboard are not working (two channels) Problem: Mouse cursor does not switch from primary to secondary display. Solutions: Solutions: Driver supporting multiple displays was not installed or ...
  • Page 21 K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual  Video With everything connected, power-cycle the product to reset the video. Make sure the Video Diagnostic LED is solid green. Problem: No video image in user display (all channels)  Check that the displays that you are using support the Solutions: resolution and refresh-rate setting on computer.
  • Page 22: Copyright And Legal Notice

    K204 & K204E Secure KVM Switch User Manual Copyright and Legal Notice © 2015 High Sec Labs Ltd. (HSL) All rights reserved. This product and/or associated software are protected by copyright, international treaties and various patents. This manual and the software, firmware and/or hardware described in it are copyrighted.

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