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ATEN Technology CS-72E manual

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  • Page 1

    User Manual CS-72E Read this guide thoroughly and follo w the installation and operation procedures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the unit and/or any devices that connect to it. This package contains: M 1 CS-72E Two Port KVM Switch M 2 CS Custom KVM Cables M 1 Console Connector Cable M 1 User Manual If anything is damaged or mi ssing,[...]

  • Page 2

    Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generat es, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not instal[...]

  • Page 3

    Overview The CS-72E KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse), Switch is a control unit that allows access to two computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). With it s cust om designed connectors, the CS-72E reduces the number of ports required for a 2 Port KVM switch from 9 (6 PS/2 and 3 HDB) to only 3 (2 custom designed SPDB-15 female conn[...]

  • Page 4

    Features M Compact vertical-standing design M Custom connector layout requires only 3 ports - 2 SPDB-15 female connectors for connecting to the computers - plus a single, integrated, SPDB-15 male connector for the keyboard, video, and mouse console M Easy to install - no software required - connecting cables to the computers is all it takes M Easy [...]

  • Page 5

    System Requirements Console M A VGA, SVGA, or Mult isync monit or capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation M A PS/2 style keyboard M A PS/2 style mouse Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system: M A VGA, SVGA or Multisync port . M A [...]

  • Page 6

    Components Front View: 1. Port Selection Switch es M Press a switch to give the KVM focus to the system attached to its corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 3 seconds starts Auto Scan Mode (see p. 10). M While in Auto Scan Mode, pressing either button exits Auto Scan Mode and switches the KVM focus to its corresponding [...]

  • Page 7

    Rear 1. Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here. Note: The CS-72E does not require external power. Use of a power adapter is optional, and requires a separate purchase. 2. Console Port Connecto r* The Console Adapter Cable plugs in here. 3. CPU Port Connectors* The KVM cables that connect the unit to the mouse, keyboard, and video ports on[...]

  • Page 8

    Installation Refer to the diagrams on pages 7 and 8 as you do the following: 1. Plug the Console Adapter Cable into the Console Port Connector on the rear panel of the CS-72E. 2. Plug your keyboard, monitor and mouse into their respective connectors on the Console Adapter Cable. Each connector is marked with an approprieate icon to indicate itself.[...]

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  • Page 11

    Operation Controlling the computers in your CS-72E installation from a single console could not be easier. Two port selection methods that provide instant access to the computers are available: M Manual Port Selection M Hotkey Port Selection Manual Port Selection With Manual Port Selection you simply press the appropriate Port Selection switch on t[...]

  • Page 12

    Auto Scan Mode: The CS-72E’s Auto Scan feature automatically switches between the two ports at regular 5 seconds intervals so that you can monitor the computer activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. To invoke Auto Scan Mode hold down both Port Selection buttons for 3 seconds (see p. 4). Once scanning begins, it continu[...]

  • Page 13

    Specifications Function Specification CPU Ports 2 Port Selection Push Bu tton Switches; Hotkeys Connectors CPU 2 x SPDB-15 F (Yellow) Console 1 x SPDB-15 M (Yellow) LEDs 2 Selected Port (Green) Emulation Keyboard PS/2 Mouse PS/2 Scan Interval 5 secs. Operating Temperature 0 - 50 o C Storage Temperature -20 - 60 o C Humidity 0 - 80% RH, Noncondensin[...]

  • Page 14

    Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Action Keyboard 1 and/or Mouse 2 Not Responding Loose cables. Check all c able connections to make sure they are completely seated in their sockets. Switch is in Auto Scan Mode. Press either Port Selection switch or the Spacebar to exit Auto Scan Mode. Keyboard / Mouse needs to be reset. Unplug the keyboard / mouse fro[...]

  • Page 15

    Troubleshooting Notes: 1. The unit is designed to work with PS/2 keyboards and mice. XT (84 key) and AT keyboards will not work. Serial mice will not work. 2. Some Notebooks, notably the IBM Thinkpad and Toshiba Tecra, have trouble when their mouse and keyboard ports are used simultaneously. To avoid this, only connect the mouse port or the keyboar[...]

  • Page 16

    Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHA LL THE DIRECT VENDOR’ S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PA ID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRE CT, SPECIAL, INCIDE NTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIA L DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE P RODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. The direct vendor mak es no warranty or representati on, expressed, implied, or statutory wi th respec[...]