8-port servswitch ec series usb/dvi kvm switch control up to 8 computers from ® a single ibm® console (usb keyboard, usb mouse, and dvi monitor). (20 pages)
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FCC and IC RFI Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
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NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.. 6.
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NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
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Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Macintosh and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Specifications ....................7 Overview ....................8 Introduction ..................8 Features ....................8 What‘s Included ................9 Hardware Description ...............9 2.4.1 KV9702A Front and Back Panels .........9 2.4.2 KV9704A Front and Back Panels ........10 System Requirements ..............12 2.5.1 Console Side ..............12 2.5.2 Computer Side ..............12 2.5.3 Cables ................12...
KV9704A: (8) LEDs: (4) Computer Online, (4) Computer Selected Power: 9–12 V Size: KV9702A: 1.6"H x 6.3"W x 3.9"D (4 x 16 x 10 cm); KV9704A: 1.7"H x 8.7"W x 5.1"D (4.4 x 22 x 13 cm) Weight: KV9702A: 1.3 lb. (0.6 kg);...
The ServSwitch DT DisplayPort KVM with USB and Audio combines USB KVM, keyboard/video/mouse switching and USB peripheral sharing in one device. Two models are available: 2-port (KV9702A) and 4-port (KV9704A). You can easily operate up to four PCs, G3/G4 Macintosh...
• This user’s manual • (4) rubber feet 2.4 Hardware Description 2.4.1 KV9702A Front and Back Panels Figures 2-1 and 2-2 illustrate the front and back panels of the KV9702A. Table 2-1 describes its components. Figure 2-1. KV9702A front panel. 11 12 14 15 Figure 2-2.
Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. KV9702A front and back panel components. Number Component Description (1) computer on-line, (1) computer selected for (2) LEDs Port 1 (1) computer on-line, (1) computer selected for (2) LEDs Port 2 Push button Toggles between Computer 1 and Computer 2 Barrel connector Links to 9–12-VDC power...
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Chapter 2: Overview 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 11 12 13 11 12 13 11 12 13 Figure 2-4. KV9704A back panel. Table 2-2. KV9704A front and back panel components. Number Component Description (4) LEDs Indicates which CPU is selected (4) LEDs Lights when CPU is selected (1) LED...
Chapter 2: Overview 2.5 System Requirements 2.5.1 Console Side • (1) DisplayPort monitor • (1) USB keyboard • (1) USB mouse • (1) microphone and speaker (optional) 2.5.2 Computer Side • (1) USB-enabled computer with DisplayPort video support 2.5.3 Cables Each computer can interface with the KVM switch with: •...
Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation Before installation, power off all devices that will be connected to this system. • Make sure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded. • Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate electrical noise.
Chapter 3: Installation 3. Plug USB peripherals into the USB 1 and/or USB 2 ports on the console side if needed. DisplayPort monitor, USB keyboard/mouse, audio speaker, and microphone KV9704A Plug up to four USB peripherals into these USB Type A ports Figure 3-1.
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Chapter 3: Installation KV9704A Each computer connection uses (1) USB Type A to B cable Figure 3-2. Connecting the computer. Page 15 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
LED lights red when a connected computer is currently selected. 4.1.2 Push Buttons For the KV9702A, press the “SELECT” button to switch PC port between the two connected computers, and wait for 2–3 seconds after each PC port switching, then you can press the button for switching PC port again.
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Chapter 4: Operation NOTE: Press and hold the Left Shift key and press the Num Lock key twice, then release the Shift key followed by pressing the left Ctrl key once to enable/ disable the hotkey function. To select a computer: (Example: Selects the computer at Port 1.) L-Ctrl + L-Ctrl + 1 (Example: Selects the computer at Port 2.)
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L-Ctrl + L-Ctrl + F8 Force the USB signal to follow the selected computer by pressing the following hotkey (applicable for both 2-Port [KV9702A] and 4-Port [KV9704A]): L-Ctrl + L-Ctrl + U NOTE: Make sure that the USB device is unlinked (safely removed) before switching to the next computer.
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Chapter 4: Operation To select a computer: Scroll-Lock + Scroll-Lock + 1 (Example: Select the computer at port 1.) Scroll-Lock + Scroll-Lock + 2 (Example: Select the computer at Port 2.) NOTE: Do not use the keypad at the right of the keyboard. 2.
Appendix: Troubleshooting Appendix. Troubleshooting Make sure that all cables are well-seated and labeled associated with each computer to avoid confusion when connected to the unit. The unit has built-in power protection that works automatically when needed. When it works, USB communication halts and the only way to restart the unit properly is to remove all power sources (USB cables and power adapter), wait a few seconds, then apply power sources, and start again.
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Appendix: Troubleshooting • If the device does not have a power jack, add a power adapter with 9–12 VDC and less that 1-A current rating to the unit. • Make sure the USB cable is well-seated for good communications. • Remove all power sources to the unit by unplugging all USB A–B cables and the power adapter;...
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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