Section 3 - Installation; Before Installation - HighSecLabs K304 User Manual

Before Installation

Unpacking the Product
Before opening the product sealed packaging inspect the seal
condition to assure that product was not accessed or tampered
during delivery. If packaging seal looks suspicious contact HSL
support team and do not use the product.
After seal removal inspect packaging content to verify that required
components included. See packaging content list in page 4 above.
After the Secure KM Switch removed from its packaging materials
inspect the four tampering-evident labels to assure that product is
properly sealed. If one or more label is damaged or missing contact
HSL support and do not use that product.
Where to locate the KM Switch?
The enclosure of the K304x-K308 is designed for desktop or under
the table configurations. An optional Mount Kit is available. The
K308 can also be mounted in a standard 19" racks.
Product must be located in a secure and well protected
environment to prevent potential attacker access.
Consider the following when deciding where to place the Switch:
User access to the front panel push-buttons is typically not
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required as all user controls available through the mouse
and indications available on screen.
Keyboard and mouse cables length. Cables typically may be
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extended to a distance of 4 meters.
Display cable length. Typically may be extended to around
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10 meters without video quality degradation (still depends
K304x-K308 Secure KM Switch User Manual

Section 3 - Installation

on display and cables quality and must be tested prior to
fixed installation).
The location of the computers in relation to the switch and
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the length of available KM cables (typically 1.8 m)
Warning: Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights, air-
conditioning equipment, RF equipment or machines that create
electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).
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