Chassis Plans CPC1-17, -19 Technical Reference
Chapter 2 – KVM Switch Options
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8-Port VGA (Order Option ‘B’)
The 8-port switch is an 8-port keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) switch that supports both USB and PS/2
interfaces. With the capacity to daisy-chain up to 16 levels, the 8-port switch also allows direct channel selection
via two different methods: on-screen display (OSD) or keyboard hotkeys.
Time-out and password protection offer secure access to the 8-port switch, while the hot-plug feature allows for
uninterrupted switching and usage.
Only KVM cable sets which are specifically designed to work with this switch may be used to link to the
computers. See “Direct Connection Versus Combo Cables” above.
Power can be provided by the computer’s PS/2 or USB ports when only a couple of the ports are in service. If
more than four ports are in use, the included 9V external power supply should be connected.
Photo 3 – 8-Port VGA Rear View
8-Port VGA Switch Installation
If you are installing your 8-port switch to a PS/2 interface, you must power down all servers before connecting
your switch to a server to ensure proper installation. USB interfaces do not need to be powered down before
installation.
PS/2 and USB interfaces cannot be used simultaneously.
NOTE:
Linux users may experience mouse failure if hot-plugging directly to the 8-port switch. If your mouse
becomes locked, use the mouse reset hotkeys to reset your mouse, or turn the Linux server off before
connecting it to the 8-port switch.
Plug one end of the supplied power cord into the back of the switch and the other end into an appropriate power
source. Connect the local keyboard, monitor and mouse cables to the appropriate ports on the rear of the 8-port
switch.
Connect your servers to an available port on the rear of your 8-port switch using the cable appropriate for your
interface. Power up all connected servers. Keyboard and mouse recognition is now activated and your 8-port
switch is ready for operation.
