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- Page 1 8 Port KVM Switch User Manual CS-128A...
- Page 3 Packing List The complete Master View Pro package consists of: One CS-128A KVM Switch One Power Adapter One User Manual Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Appendix ............. 23 Master View - Computer Connection Table....... 23 Troubleshooting . -
Page 5: Overview
Overview The Master View CS-128A KVM Switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Before the development of the Master View, the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system. -
Page 6: Features
Hot Pluggable - Add or Remove computers for Maintenance Without Powering Down the Switch * 1. PS/2 compatible mouse support is for three button (wheel) mice. 2. The Logitech Mouse Ware program’s Change Device procedure does not work on Microsoft NT systems. CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 7: Hardware Reqirements
CS Custom Cable sets: Connector Type CS Custom Cable 2L-1603A AT (5 pin DIN) Keyboard and Serial Mouse 2L-1603P PS/2 (6 pin mini-DIN) Keyboard and Mouse 2L-1603P Daisy Chain Master View CS-128A CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 8: Introduction
Use a thin object (such as the end of a paper clip, or a ballpoint pen), to briefly press this recessed switch in to initiate a warm reset of the CS-128A. If the switch is kept in for a longer period, a cold reset takes place. -
Page 9: Rear View
If this is a first station unit, your monitor, keyboard and mouse plug in here. If this is a daisy chained unit, the cables that link back to a port on a higher Master View unit plug in here. 3. CPU Port Section The cables that link to the computers plug in here. -
Page 10: Installation
In a Single Stage installation, there are no additional Master View’s daisy chained down from the first unit. Computers connect to all of the CS-128A’s CPU Ports (1 to 8). To set up a single stage installation do the following: 1. -
Page 11: Two Stage Installation
4. Turn on the power to the computers. Note: If you choose to use external power, the CS-128A must be plugged in and receiving power before turning on the power to the computers. Two Stage Installation To control even more computers, up to eight additional CS-128A units can be cascaded from the CPU ports of the First Stage unit. -
Page 12: Three Stage Installation
With a three stage setup, as many as 512 computers can be controlled in a complete installation. A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of Master View units needed to control them is provided in the Appendix. - Page 13 5. For each Third Stage unit, plug the power adapter cable into the Master View’s Power Jack; plug the power adapter into an AC source. 6. Plug in the power adapters for all the Second Stage Master View units. 7. Plug in the power adapter for the First Stage Master View unit.
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Page 14: Operation
Operation Hot Plugging The Master View CS-128A supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the CPU ports without the need to shut the unit down. In order for hot plugging... -
Page 15: Powering Off And Restarting
Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the Master View units, before starting it back up you must do the following: 1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to it, as well as all the stations and all the computers that are daisy chained down from it (all the child stations and the computers attached to them). -
Page 16: Port Selection
Port Selection The Master View CS-128A provides three methods to obtain instant access to any computer in your installation: Manual; Hotkey; and OSD (On Screen Display). w Manual Simply press the appropriate Port Selection Switch on the Master View’s front panel. After you press the switch, the Selected LED lights to indicate that the port is currently selected. -
Page 17: Port Id Numbering
Port ID Numbering ID Numbering Overview Each CPU Port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID. You can directly access any computer on any level of the installation by specifying the Port ID of the CPU Port that the computer is connected to - either with the Hotkey port selection method, or from the OSD. -
Page 18: Port Key In Examples
Invokes OSD (Default) [Scroll Lock] + [Scroll Lock] Invokes OSD (Alternate Method) [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Shift] [Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer that corresponds to the Port ID number (see examples, above). [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Shift] [0] [Enter] Invokes Auto Scan mode. CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 19: Osd Operation
OSD always starts in List view, with the highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed. The next two sections explain how to navigate using the OSD and Hotkey methods. CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 20: Osd Menu Navigation
The keys must be pressed and released one key at a time. Number keys must be pressed from the regular keyboard; not from the numeric keypad. If you submit an incorrect Port ID, an error message displays, and you are returned to the OSD Main Menu. CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 21: Osd Main Menu Headings
If the next letter you type is b, the list is further narrowed down to only those ports whose names begin with ab, etc. To return to the OSD Main Menu without making a choice, press [Esc]. CS-128A User Manual... - Page 22 (see F4, below), and have been assigned names (see F5, below). NAME Lists only the ports that have been assigned names (see F5, below). POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers Powered On. CS-128A User Manual...
- Page 23 Case does not matter; OSD displays the Port Name in all capitals no matter how they were keyed in. 4. When you have finished editing, press [Enter] to have the change take effect. To abort the change, press [Esc]. CS-128A User Manual...
- Page 24 Selects which Hotkey activates the OSD function: [Ctrl] HOTKEY [Ctrl] or [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]. The default is the Ctrl key combination, but this may conflict with programs running on the computers, in which case, the Scroll Lock option should be used. CS-128A User Manual...
- Page 25 [Enter] will Lock / Unlock the Console. * If a password has been set, this setting requires you to supply it in order to access them. See the OSD Security section, below, for details. CS-128A User Manual...
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Page 26: Factory Default Settings
Note: To modify or delete a previous password, access the Password function as in Step 1, above, then use the backspace or delete key to erase the individual letters or numbers. CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 27: Appendix
Appendix Master View - Computer Connection Table The following table indicates the relationship between the number of Master View Units and the number of computers that they control: Computers Computers Computers Computers 134 - 141 267 - 274 400 - 407... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
2. Unplug the keyboard connector from the Console Keyboard Port, then plug it back in. Improper Master View Turn off all Master View units and wait five reset. seconds before turning them back on. Note: You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard ‘Power On’... -
Page 29: Specifications
DC 9V; 1.08W (max.) Operating Temperature 5 ~ 40o C Storage Temperature -20 ~ 60o C Humidity 0 ~ 80% RH Housing Metal / Plastic Weight 2850 g Dimensions (L x W x H) 366 x 250 x 45 mm CS-128A User Manual... -
Page 30: Federal Communications Commission Statement
The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or update. For further inquires please contact your direct vendor. CS-128A User Manual...
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