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Each CPU port on the GCS1204 is assigned a port number (1, 2, 3, or 4). The port numbers are marked 

on the rear panel of the switch and each switch LED has a corresponding number for easy identification

The Port ID of a computer is derived from the CPU port number to which it is connected. For example, a 
computer connected to CPU port 2 has a Port ID of 2.

The Port ID is used to specify which computer gets the KVM, USB peripheral, and / or audio focus with 
the Hotkey port selection method

Going Directly to a Port

Note: The n stands for the computer’s Port ID number. Replace the n with the appropriate Port ID when 
entering hotkey combinations

Port ID Numbering

Summary of Contents for GCS1204

Page 1: ...1 GCS1204 Part No M1043 Installation Installation Guide USB 2 0 Dual Link DVI KVMP Switch...

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Page 3: ...umbering 17 Advanced Configuration 21 Summary of Hotkey Settings 23 Comparison of Default and Alternate Manual Port selection settings 25 Firmware up grade mode 26 The Firmware Upgrade Utility 32 Trou...

Page 4: ...chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt 1 Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps Bullet lists provide information but do not involve...

Page 5: ...1 User Manual 1 Registration form Verify all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping If you encounter a problem contact your dealer or IOGEAR Read this manual thoroughly a...

Page 6: ...6 Requirements USB mouse USB keyboard Microphone and speakers optional Monitor with a DVI input Computers A DVI D port USB Type A port Audio ports optional...

Page 7: ...and higher Linux RedHat 7 1 and higher FedoraCore 2 and higher SuSE 9 0 and higher Unixa AIX 4 3 and higher FreeBSD 4 2 and higher Sun Solaris 9 and higher Novell Netware 5 0 and higher MAC OS 9 0 an...

Page 8: ...8 Components 1 2 3 4...

Page 9: ...to indicate the computer attached to the port is on line It changes to bright Orange when the port is selected and flashes to indicate auto scan has been activated USB Lights dim green to indicate a U...

Page 10: ...10 Rear View 4 1 5 2 6 3...

Page 11: ...nsole Port Section Monitor mike and speaker connections 4 CPU Port Section Connections for the cables that link the switch to your computers Each CPU port is comprised of a microphone jack speaker jac...

Page 12: ...onitor into the Console ports located on the unit s rear panel 3 Using the KVM cables connect the DVI connector to a DVI socket in the CPU Port section of the switch then connect the accompanying USB...

Page 13: ...13 7 Verify your connections ports are correct and icons match the connection type i e mouse and mouse icon 8 Power on the computers 1 2 2 3 5 6 5 4 1 2 2 3 5 6 5 4...

Page 14: ...lease a port selection pushbutton to focus the computer on the corresponding port The USB and Audio focus do not change expect a 2 sec delay Press a port selection pushbutton twice to focus the audio...

Page 15: ...twice The tables below describe the actions that each combination performs Note If the Scroll Lock key conflicts with programs running on the computer or your keyboard does not have a Scroll Lock see...

Page 16: ...the KVM USB and Audio focus to the next higher port port 4 wraps to 1 Scroll Lock Scroll Lock K Enter Increments only KVM focus to the next port Scroll Lock Scroll Lock U Enter Increments only the US...

Page 17: ...derived from the CPU port number to which it is connected For example a computer connected to CPU port 2 has a Port ID of 2 The Port ID is used to specify which computer gets the KVM USB peripheral a...

Page 18: ...to the computer attached to the specified port Scroll Lock Scroll Lock n S Enter Brings only the audio focus to the computer attached to the specified port Scroll Lock Scroll Lock n K U Enter Brings...

Page 19: ...re moving on to the next Replace N with a number between 1 and 99 when entering the hotkey combination 2 While Auto Scan Mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Auto...

Page 20: ...oll Lock Scroll Lock A Enter Invokes Auto Scan The KVM focus cycles from port to port at 5 second intervals default interval Scroll Lock Scroll Lock A N Enter The KVM focus cycles from port to port at...

Page 21: ...nate configurations for the KVM s hotkeys When HSM is active the Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate that HSM is in effect They stop flashing and revert to normal status whe...

Page 22: ...the Clear key on MAC keyboards To Toggle to the alternate Hotkey Setting Mode HSM 1 Press and hold down Num Lock the Clear key on MAC keyboards 2 Press and release 3 Release Num Lock the Clear key on...

Page 23: ...USB peripheral ports Restore Default Settings 1 Invoke HSM 2 Press R Enter Reset the KVM to its default hotkey settings Hotkey Beeper Control 1 Invoke HSM 2 Press B Toggles the Beeper On and Off Disa...

Page 24: ...ttings in your text editor or word processor Display Emulation Technology 1 Invoke HSM 2 Press and release D Display Emulation Technology eliminates the problems of your display reverting to default r...

Page 25: ...the selected port Audio focus switches to the selected port Press and hold a port selection pushbutton for more than 2 seconds KVM focus USB and Audio focus switch to the selected port Switches only...

Page 26: ...re Upgrade Mode you must power off the switch See The Firmware Upgrade Utility for details Keyboard Operating Platform The KVM s default port configuration is for a PC compatible keyboard If you are u...

Page 27: ...of Mac and Sun keyboards when the Control key Ctrl is used in conjunction with other keys The emulation mappings are listed in the table on the next page Function Key Operation F2 Enables Mac keyboard...

Page 28: ...28 PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Shift Shift Ctrl Ctrl Ctrl 1 Ctrl 2 Ctrl 3 Ctrl 4 Alt Alt...

Page 29: ...29 PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Print Screen F13 Scroll Lock F14 Enter Return Backspace Delete Insert Help Ctrl F15...

Page 30: ...30 PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl F9 Find...

Page 31: ...31 PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 1 Ctrl 2 Ctrl 3 Ctrl 4 Ctrl H Help Compose Note Press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key...

Page 32: ...test packages and information relating to them Before you Begin To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation disconnect the computer...

Page 33: ...re Upgrade Package file either by double clicking the file icon or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears 2 Read the License Agr...

Page 34: ...forming you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel If you did not enable Check Firmware Version the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a high...

Page 35: ...ts housing 2 Using a jumper cap short the jumper on the mainboard labeled J17 The diagram below indicates the jumper location on the GCS1204 board 3 Power on the GCS1204 It will now work with the fact...

Page 36: ...onding USB ports need to reset Unplug the device s USB cable from the USB port on the switch s rear panel then plug it back in PC or OS does not support USB 2 0 The GCS1204 has a built in USB 2 0 hub...

Page 37: ...nnectors Keyboard 1 x USB Type A F black rear panel Mouse 1 x USB Type A F black rear panel Video 1 x DVI I F white Audio Line in Port 2x Mini Stereo Jack green 1 x front panel 1 x rear panel Micropho...

Page 38: ...38 Switches Mouse Video Dual Link DVI F W Upgrade 3 5mm Power 1 USB Hub 2 4 ea Port Selection LEDs 4 Green 4 Orange...

Page 39: ...eo Specifications DVI D 2560 x 1600 60Hz Dual Link supports Apple 20 23 30 Cinema Display supports Viewsonic 22 LCD monitor DVI A 2048 x 1536 DDC2B Supports Special monitors to 3840 x 2400 13Hz Single...

Page 40: ...cordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does...

Page 41: ...ause undesired operation of the device FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow th...

Page 42: ...been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the law of member states relating to EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23...

Page 43: ...registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards...

Page 44: ...nder the Support tab 3 Call the 24 7 tech support line at 1 866 946 4327 U S only or 949 453 8782 Warranty Information This product carries a 3 Year Limited Warranty For the terms and conditions of th...

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