StarTech.com SV831DVIU Instruction Manual

StarTech.com SV831DVIU Instruction Manual

8-port 1u rack mount dvi usb kvm switch

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Manual Revision:11/23/2010
For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.startech.com
SV831DVIU

Instruction Manual

8-Port 1U Rack Mount DVI USB
KVM Switch

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    SV831DVIU Instruction Manual Rack Mount DVI USB KVM Switch 8-Port 1U Rack Mount DVI USB KVM Switch Manual Revision:11/23/2010 For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.startech.com...
  • Page 2: Fcc Compliance Statement

    StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..............1 Packaging Contents ................1 System Requirements ................1 Installation ..............2 Hardware Installation ................2 Operation ..............4 Front Panel ................... 4 Hot-key commands ................5 Specifications ..............7 Technical Support ............8 Warranty Information ..........8...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The SV831DVIU 8 Port 1U Rack Mount DVI USB KVM Switch allows you to control up to 8 USB connected computers with DVI or HDMI display output from a single keyboard, mouse and monitor. The KVM switch offers maximum control, allowing you to switch computers using hot-key commands or front panel push-buttons.
  • Page 5 Front View Rear View...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Installation Hardware Installation WARNING: Prior to installation, please ensure that all of the computers and the KVM switch are powered down. Console Connection The KVM switch is designed to use USB console connections only. A USB compatible keyboard and mouse and DVI/HDMI* monitor must be used for the local console.
  • Page 7 Connecting Computer to the KVM Switch To connect a computer to the KVM switch, use the appropriate DVI/USB KVM cable (or separate cables) to connect from one of the PC ports located on the rear panel of the KVM switch to the USB and DVI video ports on the computer.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation Front Panel Port Selection/Link LED The LED turns green when the connected computer is powered-on. The corresponding LED will also illuminate red when that PC port is currently selected. Port Selection Button Each push button on the front panel corresponds with a PC port. Pressing the button will immediately select that port.
  • Page 9: Hot-Key Commands

    Hot-key commands A Hot-key command is a short keyboard sequence for selecting a computer, activating computer scan, etc. A hot-key sequence starts with two left <CTRL> keystrokes (successively within 0.2 seconds) followed by one or two more keystrokes. A high-pitch beep will be generated for each correct hot-key command;...
  • Page 10 Manual Scan Enables you to manually switch back and forth between the powered computers: Left <CTRL>, left <CTRL>, F2 Press the <UP> arrow key to select the previous computer and the <DOWN> arrow key to select the next computer. Press any other key to abort Manual Scan mode.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications Number of Ports Computer Connectors 1 x 29-pin DVI-I female (per port) 1 x USB type B female 1 x 29-pin DVI-I female Console Connectors 2 x USB type A female (Local) 1 x C14 power connector 1 x Power LEDs 8 x Port Selection/Link Maximum Video Resolution...
  • Page 12: Technical Support

    Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or...
  • Page 13 StarTech.com has been making “hard-to-find easy” since 1985, providing high quality solutions to a diverse IT and A/V customer base that spans many channels, including government, education and industrial facilities to name just a few. We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts, cables, A/V products, KVM and Server...

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