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Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch
Box
User Guide
Part Number 242757-001
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NOTICE The information in this publication is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. This publication contains information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be photocop
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box Features ........................................1-1 Configurations ........................................................................................................1-2 Chapter 2 Installation Attaching the Slide Rail Brackets............................................................................2-1 Preparing the Rack-Mou
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Displaying Version Information and Device Settings ..............................................3-4 Basic Switch Functions continued Saving the Hardware Configuration ........................................................................3-5 Resetting the Mouse and Keyboard .........................................................................3-5 Setting a Scanning Pattern...........................
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Appendix D Regulatory Notices Appendix E Power Cord Set Requirements General Requirements............................................................................................ E-1 Country-Specific Requirements.............................................................................. E-2 Index Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box User Guide Writer: Kristi Wishon Project: Table of Contents Co
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction The Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box is a device that switches a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor between multiple Compaq computers. The Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box is a space-efficient 1 U height (1.75-inch) device and is available in four- and eight-port models. This chapter provides an overview of the product features, functionality, and sample configurations.
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Introduction ■ External Keypad Jack - The Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box has an external keypad jack to support rack-mounted Compaq products. In this configuration, the switch is mounted behind a door in a cabinet and the optional keypad is mounted outside the cabinet for easy access. ■ Password Protection - For protection against unauthorized users, the Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box pro
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Master Switch Keyboard, Mouse, and Video Cables HYDR-001.EPS Figure 1-1. Single Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box ■ You can pair two Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box units to connect up to 16 computers. In this configuration, two eight-port switches are placed one on top of another with a cable connecting them. This requires only 2U (3.5 inches) of vertical space. For additional information, see Cha
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Introduction Master Switch Keyboard, Mouse, and Video Cables HYDR-002.EPS Slave Switch Figure 1-2. Tiered Configuration Writer: Kristi Wishon Project: Introduction Comments: File Name:D-ch01.doc Last Saved On:9/6/96 2:50 PM
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Chapter 2 Installation This chapter provides installation information for the Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment be sure that; the leveling feet are extended to the floor and supporting the full weight of the rack. Each rack should be level and stable. Racks that are not coupled together require the installation of stabil
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Installation HYDR-003.EPS Figure 2-1. Attaching slide rail brackets Preparing the Rack-Mount Brackets Prepare the rack-mount brackets for cable management in the rack by attaching the plastic cable ties. The cable ties snap into place, with the tie on the outside of the bracket. See Figure 2-2. After the cable ties are in place, install the rack-mount brackets in the rack by sliding the two back t
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 HYDR-010.EPS Figure 2-2. Snapping cable ties into place Rack-mount Installation Slide the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box into the rack-mount brackets until it snaps into place, as shown in Figure 2-3. HYDR-007.EPS Figure 2-3. Sliding the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box into rack-mount brackets Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box User Guide Writer: Kristi Wishon Project: Installation Comments
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Installation Cover Panel Installation After the unit is fully installed, secure the front cover panel using the middle hole, as shown below. HYDR-008.EPS Figure 2-4. Securing the front cover panel Compaq Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box System Installation Use the following procedure for system installation: WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, make sure the p
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Monitor Computer 3 Power Cord Monitor Connector HYDR-004.EPS Keyboard Mouse Computer 3 Computer 3 Power Keyboard Mouse Switch Figure 2-5. Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box Connectors 2. Decide which computer is to be connected to port 1. Connect the computer’s keyboard and mouse to the jacks marked K and M, respectively, beneath the port labeled One. Connect the computer’s monitor to the 15-pin VGA co
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Installation WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. This equipment is designed to be connected to a grounded (earthed) power outlet that is easily accessible to the operator. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. 4. Connect the power cord to the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box. Initial Power-up It is
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Computer Startup Behavior During startup the computers send device settings to the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box. The unit then generates standard responses to these commands and allows the computers to boot successfully without actually being physically connected to the devices. Once you have the switch installed you can save these settings to non-volatile RAM (NVRAM). See Chapter 3 for additiona
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Installation Whenever you switch between two computers, the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box reconfigures the keyboard and mouse using the settings stored in its memory. For example, if the current computer selected has Caps Lock turned On, but the user is switching to a second computer that has Caps Lock turned Off, then the unit turns Caps Lock Off to match the setting for the second computer. Una
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Chapter 3 Basic Switch Functions This chapter provides information on basic switch functions such as resetting the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box, connecting the keyboard and mouse while the system is powered up, and basic and advanced commands. Unit Operation Basic operation of the Keyboard/Monitor/Mouse Switch Box is achieved through the keyboard and a series of windows and menus that appear on the
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Basic Switch Functions Checking Port/Computer Status You can confirm which ports are currently active and whether each port has a computer or a slave switch connected by the following: 1. Press Print Scrn. The CCR Selection window appears on the monitor. The symbols after the Port or Name columns show the status of the port as follows: Table 3-1 Port/Computer Status Type of Symbol Symbol Meaning Plus
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 ■ Setting up a special scan pattern ■ Assigning unique names to the computers connected to the switch ■ Displaying computers by name or port number in the windows ■ Changing the position and color of the operation menus/windows ■ Changing the attributes of the status flag ■ Assigning a specific monitor type to a certain port/computer ■ Assigning a password to protect against unauthorized users For inform
