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Chapter 1: Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the KVM-04P Switch. This product will ensure easy and accurate con-
trol over 4 computers through a single console. The KVM-04P is compatible with mouse and
keyboard with PS/2 type connectors. Older style keyboards or mice can be used with PS/2
adapters if it is PS/2 compatible. Advanced features like keyboard and mouse emulation for
error free boot-ups and support is also provided for the Microsoft

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Intellimouse and Microsoft

Intellimouse Explorer.

The KVM-04P supports high resolutions. Resolutions up to 1920 x 1440 are supported with no
deterioration of image quality.

Switching between computers can be accomplished in two ways: through keyboard “Hot Key”
commands or by using the convenient front-panel “Select” push button control.

Product features

• Control 4 computers from one console.

• Works with DOS, Windows, OS/2, UNIX, Linux etc.

• No drivers or other additional software required.

• Keyboard and mouse emulation allows error-free boot-up.

• The status of the CAPS LOCK, SCROLL LOCK and NUM LOCK keys is preserved for each

of the computers.

• Uses inexpensive and commonly available cables. Molded KVM cables are recommended.

Model No. KCB-3036 or KCB-3031

• Monitor resolutions of up to 1920 x 1440.

• Suports VGA, SVGA and Multisync monitors.

• Select push-button or keyboard “Hot Key” control.

• Comes with Auto-Scan mode for convenient automatic switching.

• Front panel status LEDs give a clear indication of the active computer.

• Audible feedback when switching between computers.

Package contents

In addition to this User’s Guide, please check that you have the following contents of this pack-
age…

KVM-04P

Power Adapter

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Page 1: ...KVM 04P 4 Port Keyboard Video and Mouse Switch USER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...ation sale or other sales in which freedom9 the seller or the liquidator expressly disclaims its warranty obligations pertaining to the Product initial installation or installation or removal of the P...

Page 3: ...pter 2 Hardware Installation 2 Front panel layout 2 Rear panel layout 2 Chapter 3 Using the KVM 04P 6 Select button 6 Keyboard Hot Key commands 6 Optional cable 7 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 8 Keyboard...

Page 4: ...using the convenient front panel Select push button control Product features Control 4 computers from one console Works with DOS Windows OS 2 UNIX Linux etc No drivers or other additional software req...

Page 5: ...4 1 2 3 Select 4 Port KVM Switch Port Status Console PS 2 Keyboard Console PS 2 Mouse Port Select NOTE Please make sure the mouse you are planning to use is a 2 Button or 3 Button mouse and that it i...

Page 6: ...hen placing the KVM switch unit Step 2 We will now connect the console devices Connect your monitor to the KVM 04P The 15 pin con nector coming from your monitor must be inserted into the unit on the...

Page 7: ...2 mouse cables from your computers to the KVM 04P unit Connect a mouse cable 6 pin Mini DIN Male Male to the computer and to the connector with the mouse symbol on the rear panel of the KVM 04P unit...

Page 8: ...l hear a beep Switch on your monitor Step 9 Now power up all computers simultaneously The first computer that is connected to port PC1 will be shown on the monitor You may check to see if the mouse an...

Page 9: ...send Hot Key commands to the KVM 04P unit press the SCROLL LOCK Key twice within 2 seconds You will be given a beep as confirmation Now press a command key to give a Hot Key com mand The following co...

Page 10: ...fter the last one has been shown In this mode there is no mouse or keyboard control which is needed to prevent errors Erratic input will result if a mouse move or keyboard key press is given just as t...

Page 11: ...ave the same kind of connector and are therefore easily confused Read your motherboard documentation and make sure that the PS 2 mouse IRQ is enabled This can be set for most computers in the BIOS set...

Page 12: ...Mouse movement will now be correct again Before booting up any computers the KVM 04P unit must be powered up But before powering the KVM 04P unit up the mouse and keyboard must be connected Any deviat...

Page 13: ...ameters Operating Temperature 0 to 40 Degrees C 32 to 104 Degrees F Storage Temperature 20 to 60 Degrees C 4 to 140 Degrees F Humidity 0 80 RH non condensing Computer port connections Keyboard Mini DI...

Page 14: ...l not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful inter ference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is enc...

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