D-Link DKVM-2/4 User Manual
D-Link DKVM-2/4 User Manual

D-Link DKVM-2/4 User Manual

2/4-port keyboard, video, and mouse switch

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DKVM-2/4
2/4-Port Keyboard, Video,
and Mouse Switch
User's Manual
Rev. 1.2

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  • Page 1 DKVM-2/4 2/4-Port Keyboard, Video, and Mouse Switch User’s Manual Rev. 1.2...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction...1 Product Features ...2 Package Contents ...2 Hardware Installation ...3 Front Panel Layout... 3 Rear Panel Layout ... 3 Using the DKVM-2/4 ...9 “Select” button... 9 Keyboard “Hot Key” commands ... 10 Optional cable ... 11 Troubleshooting... 12 Keyboard... 12 Mouse ...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the DKVM-2/4 KVM Switch. This product will ensure easy and accurate control over 2 or 4 PCs through a single console. The DKVM-2/4 is compatible with mouse and keyboard with PS/2 type connectors. Older style keyboards or mice can be used with PS/2 adapters in the case that the device is PS/2 compatible.
  • Page 4: Product Features

    Front panel status LEDs give a clear indication of the active PC. Audible feedback when switching between computers. Package Contents In addition to this User’s Guide, please check that you have the following contents of this package… DKVM-2/4 Power Adapter...
  • Page 5: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation This section will explain how to connect the console and the computers to the D-Link KVM switch unit. First the layout of front and rear panel will be shown. RONT ANEL AYOUT ANEL AYOUT Before you start connecting your computers and console devices to the DKVM-2/4, please make sure that everything is powered off.
  • Page 6 Step 1. Place the DKVM-2/4 in a convenient location. Its small size makes it easy to place on the desktop. Do take the length of the cables in consideration when placing the KVM switch unit.
  • Page 7 Now the PC connections will be made with the monitor (VGA) connections. Connect a VGA cable (15-pin HDDB Male / Male) with the Male side to both the PC and to the connector labeled VGA on the rear panel of the DKVM-2/4 unit. Repeat this for all PCs.
  • Page 8 DKVM-2/4 unit. Connect a mouse cable (6-pin Mini DIN Male / Male) to the PC and to the connector with the mouse symbol on the rear panel of the DKVM-2/4 unit. Repeat this for all PCs. Step 6.
  • Page 9 Step 8. Attach the power supply to the DKVM-2/4 unit and plug it into a power outlet. You will see the LED for Port 1 light up, and you will hear a beep. Switch on your monitor.
  • Page 10 Note Please do not switch the PC port (i.e. Do not press the push button of KVM switch or run hot key) while the computers are under their boot-up process.
  • Page 11: Using The Dkvm-2/4

    Using the DKVM-2/4 The DKVM-2/4 switch unit provides two ways to select which computer is the active system. Use either the “Select” button on the unit, or make use of the keyboard “Hot key” commands. You may notice that the mouse cannot be used for around 2 seconds when the DKVM-2/4 switches to another computer.
  • Page 12: Keyboard "Hot Key" Commands

    ” EYBOARD COMMANDS To send “Hot Key” commands to the DKVM-2/4 unit, press the SCROLL LOCK Key twice within 2 seconds. You will be given a beep as confirmation. Now press a command key to give a “Hot Key” command. The following...
  • Page 13: Optional Cable

    To exit Auto-Scan mode, press the SPACE BAR. The DKVM-2/4 will stop at the last computer shown. PTIONAL CABLE Model No. DKVM-CB 6 feet (180cm) 3-in-one Cable kit is available for DKVM-2/4 KVM switch.Visit...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting EYBOARD My keyboard is not detected, or a keyboard error is given during boot-up. What can be the cause? Please verify that the keyboard cables are inserted properly. The computers all boot up properly, but the keyboard is not functional. What can be the cause? One of the following may be the case: Make sure the keyboard is plugged into the DKVM- 2/4 unit properly.
  • Page 15: Mouse

    What can be the cause? One of the following may be the case: Please verify that the mouse is plugged into the DKVM-2/4 unit properly. Make sure the mouse works properly when plugged into a computer directly. You will need to reboot the system to test this.
  • Page 16: Video

    Try resetting the mouse by unplugging it from the DKVM-2/4 unit for about 3 seconds. Mouse movement will now be correct again. Before booting up any PCs, the DKVM-2/4 unit must be powered-up. But before powering the DKVM-2/4 unit up, the mouse and keyboard must be connected.
  • Page 17 Please verify that all video cables are inserted properly. It may be that your resolution or refresh rate is too high. Try a lower refresh rate, or try lowering the resolution. Your video cable may be too long. Video signals are high frequency signals and are therefore subject to interference.
  • Page 18: Specifications

    Specifications Physical Properties: DKVM-2 DKVM-4 Width: 119mm Width: 185mm Height: 46mm Height: 46mm Depth: 105mm Depth: 105mm Weight: 478g Weight: 684g Operation and Storage parameters: Operating Temperature: Storage Temperature: Humidity: PC port connections Keyboard: Mini DIN 6 pin Female Mouse: Mini DIN 6 pin Female Monitor: HDDB 15 pin Female...
  • Page 19 D-LINK SOUTH AMERICA CHINA D-LINK CHINA DENMARK D-LINK DENMARK EGYPT D-LINK MIDDLE EAST FINLAND D-Link FINLAND FRANCE D-LINK FRANCE GERMANY D-LINK Central Europe/D-Link Deutschland GmbH IBERIA D-LINK IBERIA ° INDIA D-LINK INDIA ITALY D-LINK ITALIA JAPAN D-LINK JAPAN E-MAIL: NORWAY...
  • Page 20 (90) days after any repaired or replaced Hardware is delivered. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 21 Software is provided only to the original licensee, and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license granted by D-Link for the Software. The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety (90) days after any replacement Software is delivered.
  • Page 22 The packaged product shall be insured and shipped to D-Link, 53 Discovery Drive, Irvine CA 92618, with all shipping costs prepaid. D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package.
  • Page 23 IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. Limitation of Liability: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, D-LINK IS NOT LIABLE UNDER ANY CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT,...
  • Page 24 Trademarks Copyright ©1999 D-Link Corporation. Contents subject to change without prior notice. D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All other trademarks belong to their respective proprietors.
  • Page 25 CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Warnung! Dies ist in Produkt der Klasse B. Im Wohnbereich kann dieses Produkt Funkstoerungen verursachen.
  • Page 26: Registration Card

    Aerospace Engineering Education Manufacturing Retail/Chainstore/Wholesale Government System house/company Other________________________________ 9. Would you recommend your D-Link product to a friend? Don't know yet 10.Your comments on this product? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ * Product installed in computer serial No. Home Business Personal Use...

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