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SERVIS EX
Server Intelligent Switch
(For PC Server)
FS-1004EX
User’s Manual
Table of Contents
1. Introduction.........................................................................3
2. Unpacking...........................................................................3
3. Safety Instructions.............................................................4
4. Characteristics....................................................................5
5. Component Names and The
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1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing SERVIS EX (from here on, "the device" or "the switch device"). This computer-switching device (KVM switch) is PC/AT (from here on, "PC") compatible. Using just one monitor, keyboard and mouse, this device allows you to operate several PC’s. PC’s can be switched simply with the select switch or keyboard. Safety instructions are provided to ensure the safe use of the switch device. Also, be sure to thoroughly read this User's Manual before you start
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3. Safety Instructions Read the “Safety Instructions” before use to ensure proper use of this product. Safety Instructions contained in this section are written for the user, in order to avoid any damage to property or injury to users; please read the following carefully. Make sure that the power of the PC is OFF before connecting or disconnecting any of the connectors. Also, be sure to discharge any static electricity. Connecting or disconnecting the connectors while carrying a stat
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4. Characteristics 4 PC’s can be operated with only one keyboard/monitor/mouse. A lot of space can be saved. Switching is always stable, even at simultaneous PC boot-up. 5 or more PC’s can be connected by using a cascaded connection. A maximum of 16 PC’s can be connected. *In this case, additional device(s) and connection cable(s)/dedicated AC adapter(s) (sold separately) are necessary, depending on the number of PC’s. A cascaded connection can be used with FS-1000 series, so your a
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5. Component Names and Their Functions 5.1 Front a c b e d a. [POWER] LED Lights up when the PC is ON. b. [SELECT] Switch Press this switch to select the PC. You can select a PC even if its POWER LED is not lit. c. [SELECT] LED Lights up when the PC is selected. It blinks when in the Hot Key mode or being reset. d. [RESET] Switch Use this switch when PC selection is not possible, when the keyboard or mouse cannot be operated, or when the monitor setting data a
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5.2 Rear Panel j g i f h f. Connectors for PC Ports [1 through 4] Connect each port (1 through 4) on this device to the PC's keyboard/mouse/monitor connector with the dedicated cable. g. Keyboard Connector (Keyboard Icon) Connect a PS/2 keyboard here. h. Mouse Connector (Mouse Icon) Connect the PS/2 mouse here. i. Monitor Connector (Monitor Icon) Connect the monitor here. j. AC Adapter Connector When the [LOW POWER] LED of the device lights up, connect the de
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6. Setup 1)Getting Started Make sure to confirm that the power cable for each PC is plugged into an electric outlet, and that the power is OFF. If the device is connected while the power of the PC is ON, the PC and/or this device may not function, and may be damaged as well. (Confirm connection (a) and OFF) 2)A. Using one switching device (When using one level) It is possible to hook up a maximum of 4 PC’s. See the diagram below. (1) Connect the first PC’s keyboard/mouse/monitor conn
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3) B. Using multiple switching devices (Cascaded connections: When using two levels) Cascaded connection means to connect more than one switching device. With cascaded connections, the first level is the master side, and the second level is the slave side. By using cascaded connections, it is possible to hook up a maximum of 16 PC’s (1 master and 4 slaves). See the diagram below. (1) Connect the PC’s to the second level in the same way as for "when using one level". (Connect (e)) (2) Ne
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7. Operation (Selecting PC) There are two ways to select a PC: the select switch and the Hot Key Mode. Also, when the power to the selected PC is turned off, the status is preserved. Switch to the PC you want to select using the select switch or the Hot Key Mode. 1. PC Selection using the Select Switch Press the select switch number of the PC you want to select and switch PC’s. Then, the SELECT LED above the selected number lights up. With cascaded connections, a PC can be selected direct
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3. Auto Scan Mode Switch automatically after a certain period. (1) During the Hot Key Mode, press the number <0> key for automatic switching. The SELECT LED changes from a quick blink to a slow blink. (2) The switching interval can be adjusted by pressing the < ↑> cursor key to make it shorter or the < ↓> cursor key to make it longer. (3) Allowed Auto Scan Intervals are: 3, 5, 10 (default), 20, 40 and 60 seconds. (4) PC’s that are powered OFF will not be switched and will be skipped. (5)
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8. Notes for Cascaded Connections When creating cascaded connections with a previous model device (FS-104 or FS-108), make sure to set this device as a master. When creating cascaded connections with Fujitsu advanced model (FS-1004, FS-1008 or FS-1016), connect FS-1004EX at the slave side. (The OSD function will be effective.) Use 1.8m dedicated PS/2 cables. Also, there are function limitations, as stated below. Slaves FS-108AT or FS-104AT or FS-
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9. Specifications Item Specification Product Name (Product ID) SERVIS EX (FS-1004EX) Supported Model PC/AT Number of Connected PC’s Max. 4 (With Cascaded Connections) (Max. 16) Selection Method SELECT Key, Keyboard (Hot Key Mode) LED Display POWER (Green) 4 SELECT (Green) 4 LOW POWER 1 (Orange) Interfaces Keyboard PS/2 Keyboard Interface (OADG compliant) Mouse PS/2 Mouse Interface (OADG compliant) Console Keyboard PS/2, Mini DIN 6P Female x 1 (Purple) Ports Mouse PS/2, Mini DIN 6P
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11 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Action The LOW POWER Cascaded connections are done Connect the dedicated AC LED is on adapter to the master Lack of power supply Connect the dedicated AC adapter The keyboard and The keyboard and mouse connections Match the port No.s mouse do not on the PC are reversed operate or operate Hot Key Mode is not released Press the [Enter] or [ESC] key strangely Not connected properly Connect properly Connection/cable is defective Confirm the connector con
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Note
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NC14004-L530_01 This manual is made of recycled paper.
