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- Page 1 2 Console / 8 Port KVM Switch CS-228 User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Fcc Information
CS-228 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 3: User Information
CS-228 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International – http://support.aten.com North America – http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration Telephone Support International – 886-2-8692-6959 North America – 1-888-999-ATEN User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. -
Page 4: Package Contents
© Copyright 2008 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Part No. PAPE-0176-1PBG Manual Date: 2008-08-25 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
CS-228 User Manual Contents FCC Information ..........ii RoHS. - Page 6 CS-228 User Manual 4. OSD Operation OSD Overview ..........15 OSD Main Menu Headings .
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Page 7: About This Manual
It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS-228 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described. -
Page 8: Conventions
Indicates critical information. Product Information For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller.Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers International –... -
Page 9: Introduction
A Master View CS-228 unit can control up to 8 PCs. Since it can be cascaded one level down to a CS-138A, CS-9138, CS-128A, or CS-124A, up to 9 Master View units (the CS-228 plus eight cascaded ones), can control up to 64 computers from either Console. -
Page 10: Features
CS-228 User Manual Features 2 Consoles Control 8 Computers One or Two Users Can Operate Up To 64 Computers (via cascade to CS-138A, CS-9138, CS-128A, or CS-124A) At The Same Time Each Console Has Its Own Access Control Port Selection via OSD (On Screen Display) -
Page 11: Requirements
1. Introduction Requirements Console A VGA, SVGA, or multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation. If a monitor switches to a computer using a resolution that is higher than the resolution that the monitor can support, serious damage to the monitor may result. -
Page 12: Cables
CS-228 User Manual Cables Use of substandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we strongly recommend that you use the following high quality Custom Cable sets: Cable Type... -
Page 13: Components
If the keyboard and mouse get stuck and need to be reset, Switch press this semi-recessed switch in with a thin object, such as a paper clip or a ballpoint pen. Power LED Lights BLUE to indicate that the CS-228 has been turned On and is receiving power. -
Page 14: Rear Panel
CS-228 User Manual Rear Panel Component Description Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit On and Off. Power Jack The power adapater cable plugs in here. Console 2 KVM The microphone, speakers, monitor, keyboard and mouse Section that belong to Console 2 plug in here. -
Page 15: Hardware Setup
You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Stacking and Mounting The CS-228 can be placed on the desktop or it can be rack mounted, as described in the sections that follow. Stacking The unit comes with the stacking brackets already attached. -
Page 16: Rack Mounting
CS-228 User Manual Rack Mounting The CS-228 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. To rack mount the unit, do the following: 1. Remove the stacking brackets by unscrewing them from the unit, as shown in the diagram below: 2. -
Page 17: Single Station Installation
1. Plug the monitor, keyboard, and mouse cables for Consoles 1 and 2 into the port connectors located on the rear panel of the CS-228 unit. Each port is labeled with an icon to indicate itself. 2. Plug the microphone and speaker cables (if you are using them), for Consoles 1 and 2 into the port connectors located on the rear panel of the CS-228 unit. - Page 18 CS-228 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 6. Plug in the power cords and power On all the computers. Note: You must turn on the power to the CS-228 before turning on the power to the computers. Single Stage Installation Diagram...
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Page 19: Two Stage Installation
2. Follow steps 1 and 2 under Single Stage Installation (see page 9). 3. Use a PS/2 KVM cable (described in the Cables section, page 4) to connect any available KVM port on the CS-228 to the console port on the Second Stage unit. - Page 20 CS-228 User Manual Two Stage Installation Diagram...
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Page 21: Basic Operation
If it becomes necessary to Power Off the CS-228, before starting it back up you must do the following: 1. Shut down all the computers that are attached to the CS-228, as well as all the Second Stage switches that are cascaded down from it and all the computers that are connected to the stations that you shut down. -
Page 22: Port Selection
CS-228 User Manual Port Selection Instant access to any computer on the installation is provided by the menu driven On Screen Display (OSD) function. OSD operation is discussed in the next chapter. -
Page 23: Osd Operation
Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The On Screen Display (OSD), provides a menu driven interface to handle the computer switching procedure. All operations start from the OSD Main Menu. To activate the Main Menu, tap either [Ctrl] key twice. Note: 1. -
Page 24: Osd Main Menu Headings
Note: The KVM port numbers are clearly indicated on the back panels of the switches. For example, a computer connected to KVM port 7 of a First Stage CS-228, would have a PN of 7. A computer connected to a Second Stage cascaded Master View has a two digit The first digit represents the KVM Port of the First Stage Master View (the CS-228) that the Second Stage Master View is cascaded down from. -
Page 25: Osd Navigation
Console. This is so, because accessing any one computer attached to a Second Stage unit ties up the entire CS-228 Port that the unit is cascaded down from. Only after the original Console no longer has access can these computers be controlled from the other Console. -
Page 26: Osd Functions
CS-228 User Manual OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch to any port; scan selected ports only; limit the list you wish to view; designate a port for Quick View scanning; create or edit a port name;... -
Page 27: F3: List
4. OSD Operation F3: LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD lists. This will be different for each Console, depending on the choices made for that Console. The choices and their meanings are given in the table, below: Choice Meaning Lists the Port Numbers and Names (if names have been... -
Page 28: F4: Scan
CS-228 User Manual F4: SCAN Clicking the F4 field, or pressing [F4] initiates Scan Mode, in which the OSD cycles through all the ports that have been selected for scanning with the Scan Mode setting (see SCAN MODE, page 23). When you want to stop at a particular location, press the [Spacebar] to stop scanning. -
Page 29: F5: Adm
4. OSD Operation F5: ADM F5 allows an Administrator to configure the OSD operation of the Console. To change a setting double-click it; or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press [Enter]. After you select an item, a submenu with further choices for you to select from appears. -
Page 30: F6: Set
CS-228 User Manual F6: Set [F6] allows you to configure the OSD settings for the Console you are working at. To change a setting: 1. Double-click it; or move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter] 2. Press [Esc] to activate it. - Page 31 4. OSD Operation (Continued from previous page.) Setting Function SCAN MODE Selects which Ports are available for scanning. There are six choices: ALL - All the Ports which have been set Accessible (F5) QVIEW - Only those Ports which have been set Accessible (F5) and have been selected for Quick View Scanning (F7) POWERED ON - Only those Ports which have been set Accessible (F5) and are Powered On...
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Page 32: F7: Qv
CS-228 User Manual F7: QV You can broaden or narrow the number of ports that get automatically scanned by selecting only the ones you want with the QV (Quick View Scan) function. [F7] is a toggle that selects or deselects the currently highlighted port for the Quick View Scanning function (see F4, above). -
Page 33: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water. - Page 34 CS-228 User Manual To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS). Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing rests on any cables.
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Page 35: Rack Mounting
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. -
Page 36: Technical Support
CS-228 User Manual Technical Support International Email Support Email your questions and concerns to: support@aten.com Online Support 1. Online technical support is available to ALTUSEN cus- tomers through our e-Support Center: Technical Support http://support.aten.com Troubleshooting 2. Online troubleshooting that describes the most com-... -
Page 37: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Function Specification Computer Direct Connections 64 (via Cascade) Port Selection OSD (On Screen Display) Connectors External Keyboard 2 x 6-pin Mini DIN Female (Purple) Console Ports Video 2 x HDB-15 Female Mouse 2 x 6-pin Mini DIN Female (Green) Speaker 2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green) Microphone... -
Page 38: Master View - Computer Connection Tables
CS-228 User Manual Master View - Computer Connection Tables Switches Type Computers CS-228 1 - 8 CS-128A / CS-138A / CS-9138 8 - 15 CS-128A / CS-138A / CS-9138 15 - 22 CS-128A / CS-138A / CS-9138 22 - 29... -
Page 39: Osd Factory Default Settings
Appendix OSD Factory Default Settings Setting Default MULTIUSER MODE Enabled ACCESS TIMEOUT 2 Seconds OSD HOTKEY [Ctrl] [Ctrl] DISPLAY MODE The Port Number plus the Port Name DISPLAY DURATION 3 Seconds SCAN DURATION 3 Seconds... -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
CS-228 User Manual Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Keyboard The connection from Check the Online LED for the selected port. If it is and/or the selected port to not lit: Mouse not the target computer 1. Check to see that the computer is powered On. - Page 41 Index Cables, 4 Package Contents, iv Components Port Numbering, 16 Front Panel, 5 Port Selection, 14 Rear Panel, 6 Powering Off and Restarting, 13 Connection Tables, 30 Rack Mounting, 8 Factory Default Settings, 31 Safety information, 27 Features, 2 Requirements Cables, 4 Computers, 3 Hot Plugging, 13...
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