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All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.
Package Contents - 1 x 17" LCD Console - 1 x USB KVM Cable - 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable - 1 x Rack Mount Kit (Long and Short L Brackets) - 1 x Grounding Wire - 1 x Power Cord - 1 x Installation Guide - 1 x Warranty Card...
System Requirements Computers • VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port • PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin mini DIN) or 1 USB port...
Overview Slide Release Handle Bar LCD Display LCD Power Button LCD Controls Keyboard Touchpad External USB Mouse Port Power LED Num Lock/Caps Lock/Scroll Lock LED Reset Button Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch Firmware Upgrade Port Front view...
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Grounding Terminal External PS/2 Mouse Port Power Socket External PS/2 Keyboard Port Power Switch External VGA Port External USB Mouse Port CPU Port External USB Keyboard Port Console PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Back view...
Rack Mounting The following diagram shows the required components to mount the LCD Console to the rack. L Bracket CAUTION: Slide/rail mounted equipment Side Mounting Brackets is not to be used as a shelf or a work space. Note: The Slide Mounting Brackets are pre-installed onto the LCD Console.
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Step 1 While one person holding the LCD Console in the proper position in the rack, the second person can lock the screws loosely through the front bracket onto the front of the rack. M4 x 6 Phillips Head Screws...
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Step 2 While the person continue holding the position of M4 x 6 Phillips the LCD Console, the second person can slide the Head Screws L brackets from the back of the rack into the Slide Mounting Brackets. Then, you can lock the screws through the rear bracket onto the back of the rack.
Grounding To prevent damaging your equipment, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. Use the included grounding wire to ground the LCD Console by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object. PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console...
Open/Close Console Opening the Console Slide the 2 Slide Releases toward the center of the LCD Console, then pull the console module out while holding the Slide Releases’ position. Then simply open the console by raising the handle bar.
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Closing the Console First, close the LCD module with the handle bar, then pull the safety catches on both sides of the console module towards yourself to release the safety lock. Then slide the 2 Slide Releases toward the center of the LCD Console, then push the console module all the way in while holding the Slide Releases’...
Installation Please make sure the computer is powered off before you start. Step 1 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the power socket of the LCD Console. PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console...
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CPU port of the LCD Console to your computer PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console USB KVM Cable PS/2 KVM Cable* Connection Connection* *PS/2 KVM Cables (Model No.: G2L5202P, G2L5203P and G2L5206P) are available and sold separately, please visit our website at www.iogear.com for details.
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Step 3 Turn on LCD Console by using the power switch that’s located in the back of the LCD Console. PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console Final Step Turn on your computer.
Connect to a KVM Note: This LCD Console is ideal for our GCS1808/GCS1716. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for details about these two KVMs. Step 1 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the power socket of the LCD Console.
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Step 2 Connect the provided USB KVM Cable from the CPU port of the LCD Console to the KVM switch’s console VGA and USB keyboard port. Console PS/2-USB PS/2-USB CONSOLE PS/2-USB (GCS1716)
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Step 3 Refer to your KVM’s manual for details on how to connect your computers to your KVM. Step 4 Turn on LCD Console by using the power switch that’s located in the back of the LCD Console. PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console Step 5 Refer to your KVM’s manual for detail on how to turn on your KVM.
External Console Ports (Optional) If you wish to use external monitor, keyboard or mouse rather then the built-in LCD, keyboard or touchpad, you can connect your external VGA monitor, USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse to the external console ports that are located in the back of the LCD Console. PS/2-USB PS/2-USB Console...
USB External Mouse Port (Optional) There is an external mouse port in the front of the LCD Console next to the Power LED. Simply plug in any USB connection of the mouse to that USB port to use an external mouse instead of the touchpad.
LCD Configuration There are four buttons for LCD configuration, the functions are as follow: Button Function Menu • If you are currently not in the LCD OSD (On Screen Display) Menu, press this Menu button will bring up the LCD OSD Menu. •...
LCD Adjustment Setting There are ten functions in the LCD OSD Menu, and they are as follow: Setting Function Brightness This function adjusts the brightness of the LCD Contrast This function is to eliminate pixel jitters or horizontal line noise Phase This function is to eliminate vertical banding Clock...
Reset Button Use a paper clip or any kind of small object to press the reset button, you will then hear a beep sound which indicates that it will perform a system reset on the LCD Console.
Keyboard Function Keys There are 6 sets of Keyboard Function Keys on the built-in keyboard and they are as follow. Simply press and hold the [Fn] key then press the function key and release the [Fn] key to trigger the specific function. Function Description Mute key...
Hotkey Commands Combination Description [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][P][C][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to PC compatible [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][S][U][N][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to SUN compatible* [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][M][A][C][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to MAC compatible* [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][U][P][G][R][A][D][E][Enter] Trigger Firmare Upgrade Mode [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][L][Enter] Enable Internal Console and disable External Console [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][R][Enter] Enable External Console and disable Internal...
Mac Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Alt] [Shift] Shift [Print Screen] [Crtl] Ctrl [Scroll Lock] [Ctrl] [1] [Enter] Return...
Sun Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. [Ctrl] [F9] Find PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard [Crtl] [F10] [Crtl] [t] Stop [Crtl] [F2] Again [Crtl] [1] [Crtl] [2]...
Note: In order to perform a firmware upgrade, you Step 3 need to use a set of computer that is not con- Go to www.iogear.com to download the latest nected to the LCD Console. available firmware or the specific firmware that you wish to upgrade to.
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Step 6 Step 7 Read the License Agreement and click “I Agree” Choose the correct device* that you wish to perform firmware upgrade from the “Device List” and then then click “Next” if you wish to continue with the firmware upgrade. Otherwise, click “Cancel” to exit. click “Next”...
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Step 9 Step 8 Warning window may popup again for 2nd part of If you have checked the “Check Firmware Version” the firmware upgrade (KB). checkbox, then the utility will check the current firmware that is on your LCD Console. If the current firmware is newer than the firmware that you wish to upgrade to, a window will popup and prompt you to ask if you wish to proceed.
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Step 10 Final Step When the firmware upgrade is done, you will see Now the LCD Console will reset by itself and it will “Firmware upgrade OK” in the “Status Messages” be ready for usage after the reset. window. Then simply click “Finish” to complete the whole firmware upgrade process.
Upgrade Fail If you don’t see “Firmware upgrade OK” in the Step 3 “Status Messages” window, it means the utility has Repeat the firmware upgrade process. (Please refer failed to complete the firmware successfully. If that to Firmware Upgrade Section) occurs, please do the following: Step 4 Step 1...
Safety Instructions General • Please read all of these instructions and save them for future reference. • Carefully follow all warning 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 may result.
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• In order to prevent damage once installed, it is important that this device and all devices connected to it are properly grounded. • As a safety feature, the device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding plug. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, please contact an electrician to repair/replace the outlet.
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• If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair: - The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed; - Liquid was spilled into the device; - The device was exposed to rain or water - The device was dropped, or the cabinet was damaged;...
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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.
Specifications Model GCL1800 Power Consumption 29.6W Physical Housing Metal + Plastic Properties Weight 25.94lb Dimension (W x H x D) 17in. x 1.75in. x 21in. Environment Operating Temperature 0-40˚C Storage Temperature -20-60˚C Humidity 0-80% RH; Noncondensing...
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
CE Statement This device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the law of member states relating to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC. The product has been approved for LVD and covered the following countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, U.K., Spain, Sweden...
Contact IOGEAR 19641 Da Vinci Irvine, CA 92610 P 949.453.8782 F 949.453.8785 Visit us at: www.iogear.com...
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