AdderLink X-Series
Installation and Use
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2. Installation of the X-KVM extender
2.1 What you will need
A category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable of the required length to connect the X-
KVM
local
and
remote
units together. These cables contain 4 pairs of twisted
wires. Specifications and recommended cable types are given in appendix A.
AdderLink X-KVM supports cable lengths up to 200 metres. Structured wiring
within buildings may also be used together with suitable patch cables but the
number of cable connections should be kept to a minimum to maximise signal
quality.
Cables to connect the X-KVM
local
unit to your computer. A two metre
connection cable is provided with the X-KVM. Longer cables may be purchased
separately or the two metre cable may be extended using standard KVM
extension cables. Cable specifications are given in appendix A.
A monitor with a standard VGA/SVGA (15 pin) connector that will work when
connected directly to your computer. X-KVM supports low and high resolution
monitors.
A standard AT or PS/2 style keyboard. If you are using an AT keyboard with a 5
pin connector you may connect this to the X-KVM using a standard AT to PS/2
keyboard adapter.
A PS/2 style two or three button Microsoft
or Logitech
compatible mouse or a
Microsoft IntelliMouse compatible mouse.
(
The X-KVM supports ‘Internet Mice’ that are compatible with the Microsoft
IntelliMouse. These are fitted with a wheel or other scroll control and sometimes
have additional buttons. Examples are: Microsoft IntelliMouse, Logitech Pilot
Mouse+, Logitech M, Genius NetMouse and Genius NetMouse Pro.)
A suitable mouse driver for your PC(s). Supported types are:
-
PS/2 or RS232 two button mouse driver (any manufacturer).
- Microsoft mouse driver (including IntelliMouse).
- Logitech mouse driver (including two button, three button and wheel mouse)
Use of PS/2 and RS232 style mice with the X-KVM -
The mouse connections from
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