IOGear MiniView II GCS124U Installation Manual

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MiniView™ II
4 Port USB KVM Swtich
(GCS124U Installation Manual)

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  • Page 1 MiniView™ II 4 Port USB KVM Swtich (GCS124U Installation Manual)
  • Page 2 Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 IOGEAR’s USB KVM switches are first-rate connectivity accessories designed to help reduce the frustration of managing multiple computer systems. Wtih the MiniView™ II USB KVM series by IOGEAR, you can access multiple computers from a single console(keyboard, mouse and monitor). The MiniView™ II USB KVM provides two convenient methods to access connected computers.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Package Contents Overview Features Requirements Introduction Installation Operation Appendix (HotKey) Specification Radio & TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty Table of Contents...
  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Package Contents This package contains: 1 MiniView II USB KVM Switch (GCS124U) 1 User Manual 1 Registration Card 4 Premium Bonded USB KVM cables (2-4ft & 2-6ft) 1 Power Adapter 1 Quick Start Guide If any items are damaged or missing please contact your dealer.
  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Overview The MiniView™ II USB KVM Switch (GCS124U) is a control unit that allows access to four computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor). Before the development of the MiniView II, the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system.
  • Page 8: Features

    Features Features - Premium Bonded USB KVM Cables Included - Patented VSE (Video Signal Enhancement) Technology for Superior Video Quality - Patented USB Sniffing Technology ® - USB Compatible Mouse Support - Microsoft Intellimouse Pro & Logitech FirstMouse Support - Keyboard and Mouse Emulation for Error Free Switching and Booting - No Delay Between Switching - Daisy Chainable (control upto 64 USB computers) - Easy to install - No Software Required...
  • Page 9 Features Features Continues... - Unit Can Operate without Power Adapter - DC Input for External Power Supply - Hot Swappable - Rackmountable with optional Rack Mount Kit - 3 Year Warranty...
  • Page 10: Requirements

    • A great add on for rack mounted computer set up • Size 1U, fits all rack system set ups- 19” Racks - IOGEAR has a full line of KVM, FireWire, USB, USB 2.0, and ShareView products. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for further information.
  • Page 11: Introduction

    II USB KVM The MiniView II GCS124U is a USB KVM switch that controls access to multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Before the development of the MiniView computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system. Now, with the MiniView USB KVM, you can easily access multiple computers in a simple and cost effectively manner.
  • Page 12 Introduction Front View 1. On-Line LEDs These LEDs indicate that a computer is properly connected to the switch, powered on and operational. 2. Selected LEDs These LEDs indicate the currently selected port. 3. Port Selection Switches The Port Selection Switches are located on the front panel. Just below the Selected LEDs. Press the puch buttons to select the computer of your choice.
  • Page 13 Back View 1. Power Jack Port for power adapter 2. Console Port Section VGA console port for your monitor / USB ports for keyboard, and mouse 3. Console Port Section (USB Port) USB ports to connect your computer via our premium bonded USB KVM cable 4.
  • Page 14: Installation

    * Before you begin, please make sure that the power to all devices has been turned off. 1. Plug your USB Mouse, USB Keyboard, and Monitor into the console area on the KVM switch 2. Plug the power adapter into the power adapter port.
  • Page 15 Installation Setup and Installation Step. 2 (Console Connection) 1. Connect the cables that came with the MiniView™ II USB KVM switch to the KVM switch's CPU ports.
  • Page 16 Step. 3 (Cable Connection) 1. Connect the other end of the cables that came with the MiniView™ II USB KVM switch to your computer. 2. Once complete, turn the USB KVM switch on. 3. Then turn on the power to the connected computers.
  • Page 17: Operation

    Forward/Back mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually. You can dwell on a particular post for as long or as little as you like as opposed to Auto Scan Mode, which switches after a fixed interval. To invoke Last/Next Mode, press the following keys.
  • Page 18 Highlight bar to the desired port and press [ENTER]. The computers port number is derived from the CPU port (1-4) on the GCS124U back panel that the computer is connected to. For example to access a computer connected to port 3 you would move up or down the list with the arrow keys and press enter once port 3 is highlighted. Remember: The port number for a computer connected to a daisy chained GCS124U is a 2 digit number.
  • Page 19: Function Keys

    Operation Navigation: To exit from the OSD menu at any thime press [ESC] Use the Up and Down arrow keys to move through the list one line at a time Use [PG UP] and [PG DOWN] to move up or down through the list, one screen at a time To activate a port move the Highlight Bar to the desired port and press [ENTER] Function Keys: With the OSD activated, pressing a function key (F1-F6) brings up a related sub menu that is used to configure and control...
  • Page 20 1. You can access any port on any list by using the Navigation Keys then Pressing [ENTER]. 2. If you select a port that does not have a computer attached to it, or if the attached computer is powered off, the OSD will still switch to it showing a blank scren.
  • Page 21 Operation F4 QV (quick view): OSD Operation You can broaden or narrow the number of ports that get automatically scanned by selecting only the ones you want within this menu. To select/deselect a port for Quick View: 1. Use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to the desired port. 2.
  • Page 22 Operation F6 SET: When you press F6 a submenu appears that allows you to configure the OSD settings for the console you are working at. To change the settings use the up and down keys to move the highlight bar to the desired menu item and press [ENTER]. If a sub menu has further choices to select from move the highlight bar to the desired menu option and press [ENTER].
  • Page 23 One (1) of the following cables for each additional USB KVM added (6ft G2L1201U or 10ft G2L1203U). One (1) additional GCS124U for each new daisy chain level. Daisy Chaining the GCS124U is very simple. Simply purchase a second unit (up to 3 additional units/levels deep) and a USB KVM cable and connect the 2...
  • Page 24 • [1, 2, 3, 4] Enter the number of the port that the daisy-chained computer is connected. • [1, 2, 3, 4] Enter the number of the daisy-chained KVMs port you wish to switch to. • [ENTER] Pressing enter completes the port selection process.
  • Page 25 Operation A typical daisy chain set up and command sequence may look llike the following. You have 7 USB computers. 3 of the computers are connected to the primary USB KVM. A secondary USB KVM is connected to port 4 on the first USB KVM. The additional 4 computers are then connected to the Secondary USB KVM> If I wanted to view and use computer number 6 I would use the following key sequence: [control]+[4]+[3]+[ENTER] Now you try...
  • Page 26: Appendix (Hotkey)

    Appendix HotKey Commands (Model: GCS124U) Combination Acti on [Ctrl]+[Ctrl] Opens OSD Menu or [scroll lock] + [scroll lock] [ctrl]+[1 or 2 or 3 or 4] + [Enter] To select desired port Humidity Toggle backward through ports Housing Toggle forward through ports...
  • Page 27 If you need further assistance please check out our IOGEAR Tech Info Library (T.I.L.) at www.iogear.com/support for the latest tips, tricks, and troubleshoot- ing. The IOGEAR T.I.L. was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products. Most of the answers to your questions can be found here, so please try it out before contacting technical support.
  • Page 28: Specification

    Specification Product Specification (MODEL: GCS124) Function Specification Power Consumption DC 9V, 600mA Computer Connections 4 USB enabled computers (up to 64 when daisychained) Port Selection Push button Switches; Hotkeys, OSD LEDs 4 (Green) & 4 (neon Blue) 1 USB Keyboard Port (type A) - Console USB type A Port 1 USB Mouse Port (type A) - Console USB type B Port...
  • Page 29 Function Specification Resolution 1920 x 1440 Operating Temp 5° ~ 40°C Storage Temp -20° ~ 40°C Humidity 0 - 80% RH Housi ng Metal 2.9 lb Weight Dimension (LxWxH) 8.8 x 6.0 x 2.0 in Specification...
  • Page 30: Radio & Tv Interference Statement

    Radio & TV Interference Statement Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN- TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DIST ORITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
  • Page 32 Contact info. 23 Hubble Drive • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.428.1111 • (F) 949.428.1100 • www.iogear.com...

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