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a special 3-in-1 KVM Combo cable)
13. Console Video port (HDB15, connect to monitor)
Preparation before Installation
Before you install the two pieces of the CAT5 KVM Extender Set, you should have these items on
the checklist ready:
1. The computer for extension should be one with either PS/2 or USB interfaces.
2. You should check the display mode of the computer to be within 1600 x 1200 pixel
dimension. And refresh rate to be one that is more commonly used such as 60Hz, etc.
3. Prepare 1 or 2 sets of keyboard, mouse, monitor - 1 set for console 1 and the other
set for console 2.
4. The two monitors used (one on the Tx side and the other on the Rx side) for display
should be of the same resolution, and better of the same type or same make and
model.
5. Since the CAT5 KVM extender supports only standard 5-key mouse and keyboard,
any more advanced mouse/keyboard function will not be supported by CAT5
extension.
6. Use good quality CATx UTP cable (max. 150M/500ft). Note that good quality cable
will give better video outcome with longer distance span.
7. Any cabling distance longer than 150M/500ft will experience more signal
degradation with longer span. However, good quality cable can reach out farer away.
8. The choice of path of the CATx UTP cable should not only take into account the
shortest possible path, but also one that is relatively farer away from any significant
electromagnetic interference source.
9. There should be power outlets near where you locate the
extenders.
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