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

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    ©2001 IOGEAR. All Rights Reserved. IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo, MiniView, VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc[...]

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    Thank you for purchasing one of the most feature-rich keyboard, video, and mouse switches on the market. 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 [...]

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    Table of Contents: Table of Contents Package Contents Overview Features Requirements Introduction Installation Operation Appendix (HotKey) Specification Radio & TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty 02 03 04 06 07 10 13 22 24 26 27[...]

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    2 Package Contents This package contains: 1 MiniView TM 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.[...]

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    3 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. Setup i[...]

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    4 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 Dela[...]

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    5 Features Features Continues... - Unit Can Operate without Power Adapter - DC Input for External Power Supply - Hot Swappable - Rackmountable with optional Rack Mount Kit - 3 Y ear Warranty[...]

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    6 Requirements - USB Enabled Computer - VGA (or compatible) Type Video Port MACs : OS 8.6 or greater with latest USB updates PCs : WIN 98 or greater with USB support Accessories: - IOGEAR USB Hub (GUH7144) Expand your USB set up with one of our USB hubs. - 10’ Bonded USB KVM Cable (G2L1203U), 6’ Bonded USB KVM Cables (G2L1201U) - Rack Mount Kit[...]

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    7 Introduction Introduction on MiniView TM II USB KVM The MiniView TM 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 TM II USB KVM, the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a compl[...]

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    8 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 [...]

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    9 Introduction 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. Console Port Section (VGA Port) VGA ports to connect to your computer via our premiu[...]

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    10 Setup and Installation S t ep . 1 (Power Adapter / Console Connection) * 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. Installation[...]

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    11 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.[...]

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    12 Installation Setup and Installation 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.[...]

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    13 Operation Operation Controlling the computers on your MiniView TM II USB KVM (GCS124U) from a single console could not be easier. The switch has three port selection methods providing you with instant access to your computers. - Manual Port Selection - HotKey Port Selection - Daisy Chain Port Selection Selecting the Active Port Each CPU port is [...]

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    14 Operation Operation cont. Once scanning begins it will continue until you press the spacebar or the round button on the front of the USB KVM. The port last seen during the scan will become the active port. NOTE: While Auto Scan Mode is in effect none of the basic keyboard keys will function until you end the auto scan. OSD Overview On Screen Dis[...]

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    15 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 activat[...]

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    16 OSD Operation Operation F2 SCAN: Pressing F2 initiates the Scan Mode in which the KVM cycles through all the ports that have been selected for scanning within the List settings (F3). When you want to stop at a particular location or stop the scanning process simply press the [spacebar] or the round button on the from of the USB KVM. NOTE: 1. If [...]

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    17 OSD Operation Operation F4 QV (quick view): 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. Press F4 When a port has been selectedfor Quic[...]

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    18 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 o[...]

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    19 Operation Daisy Chaining: The Conection What Y ou Need: 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 a[...]

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    20 Operation Daisy Chain Port Selection: Each CPU port is assigned a numeric ID (1-4). Each daisy chained MiniView TM II USB KVM is also assigned a numeric ID (1-4). Y ou can directly access any computer connected to the KVM and each additional daisy chained KVM with a hotkey combination that specifies the ID of the CPU port and the ID ofthe daisy [...]

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    21 A typical daisy chain set up and command sequence may look llike the following. Y ou 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[...]

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    22 Appendix HotKey Commands (Model: GCS124U) Combination Act i 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 Tog g l e backward through ports H ousing To ggle forward through ports Weight T o activate auto scan[...]

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    23 Troubleshooting (Model: GCS124U) Note: If the unit appears to be operating erracticallly, check all cables for damage and to be sure that they are properly connected. If you are operating under nonpowered mode, use the external power adapter. Appendix If you need further assistance please check out our IOGEAR Tech Info Library (T.I.L.) at www.io[...]

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    24 Specification Product Specification (MODEL: GCS124) Function Sp ecification Power Consumption DC 9 V , 600mA Computer Connections 4 USB enabled computers (up to 64 when daisychained) P ort Selection Push button Switches; Hotkeys, OSD LEDs 4 (Green) & 4 (neon Blue) Connectors USB type A Port 1 USB Keyboard Port (type A) - Console 1 U SB Mouse[...]

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    25 Specification Function Specification Resolution 1920 x 1440 Operating Temp 5° ~ 40°C Storage Temp - 20° ~ 40°C Humidity 0 - 80% RH H ous i ng Metal Weight 2.9 lb Dimension (LxWxH) 8.8 x 6.0 x 2.0 in[...]

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    26 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 f[...]

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    27 Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIREC T, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN- TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESU L TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUC T, DIST ORITS DOCUMEN TATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUC T. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect t[...]

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    23 Hubble Drive • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.428.1111 • (F) 949.428.1100 • www.iogear.com Contact info.[...]