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Before You Begin 

 

If the tamper-evident seals are missing or peeled, avoid using the product and contact your IOGEAR 
dealer. 

If all front panel LED (except for Power LED) flash continuously, or the switch’s enclosure appears to be 
breached, avoid using this product and contact your IOGEAR dealer 

This Secure KVM Switch is equipped with active always-on chassis intrusion detection security. Any 
attempt to open the enclosure will permanently damage, disable the switch, and void the warranty. 

To maximize security and to prevent unauthorized access to IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch, the 
administrator will be prompted to change the default password of the Port Authentication Utility after 
the first successful logon. The administrator is also advised to change the Port Authentication Utility 
password and audit event logs created by IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch on a routine base.

 

 

 

Tampering prevention and detection 

1.

 

IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch includes tamper-evident tapes to provide visual indications of intrusion to the switch’s 
enclosure. If the tamper-evident seals are missing, peeled, or looks as if they have been adjusted, avoid using the 
product and contact your IOGEAR dealer. 

2.

 

IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch is equipped with active always-on chassis intrusion detection. If a mechanical intrusion 
is detected, the switch will be permanently disabled and all front panel LEDs (except for Power LED) will flash 
continuously. If the switch’s enclosure appears to be breached or all the LEDs are flashing continuously, stop using 
this product, remove it from service immediately, and contact your IOGEAR dealer. 

3.

 

Any attempt to open the switches enclosure will activate the chassis intrusion detection security, which will render 
it inoperable and void the warranty. 

4.

 

IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch cannot be upgraded, serviced, or repaired. 

5.

 

IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch is equipped with active always-on chassis intrusion detection security. Never attempt 
to open the enclosure. Any attempt to open the enclosure will permanently damage and disable the switch. 

6.

 

IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch contains an internal battery which is non-replaceable. Never attempt to replace the 
battery or open the switch’s enclosure. 
 

Always use qualified and authorized peripheral devices 

1.

 

For security, IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch supports only standard USB or PS/2 keyboard/mouse (or pointing device). 
Do not connect a wireless keyboard/mouse, or keyboard/mouse with an internal USB hub or composite functions 
to the switch. 

2.

 

When connecting a non-qualified keyboard, the keyboard will not function. No keyboard keystrokes will be seen 
on the screen. 

3.

 

When connecting a non-qualified mouse, the mouse will not function. No mouse cursor movement will be seen on 
the screen. 

4.

 

Num Lock LED, Caps Lock LED, and Scroll Lock LED on the keyboard will be disabled due to security policy. 

5.

 

Special multimedia keys on the keyboard will be disabled due to security policy. 

 

Chapter 2 – Precautions and Preparation 

Summary of Contents for GCS1212TAA3

Page 1: ...ort USB DVI HDMI DisplayPort Single Dual View Secure KVM Switch Administrator s Guide GCS1212TAA3 GCS1214TAA3 GCS1218TAA3 GCS1222TAA3 GCS1224TAA3 GCS1228TAA3 GCS1312TAA3 GCS1314TAA3 GCS1318TAA3 GCS132...

Page 2: ...Always use qualified and authorized peripheral devices 8 Secure Installation 9 Secure Operation and Administration 9 Chapter 3 Operation 10 Powering On 10 LED Display 11 Chassis Intrusion Detection 1...

Page 3: ...to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measure Reorient...

Page 4: ...ence caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation...

Page 5: ...breached avoid using this product and contact your IOGEAR dealer This Secure KVM Switch is equipped with active always on chassis intrusion detection security Any attempt to open the enclosure will p...

Page 6: ...le GCS1212TAA3 GCS1214TAA3 GCS1218TAA3 Dual GCS1222TAA3 GCS1224TAA3 GCS1228TAA3 Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys y...

Page 7: ...d or transferred between secure and unsecure computers By combining physical security with controlled USB connectivity and controlled unidirectional data flow from devices to connected computers only...

Page 8: ...pt for Power LED will flash continuously If the switch s enclosure appears to be breached or all the LEDs are flashing continuously stop using this product remove it from service immediately and conta...

Page 9: ...tion equipment Frame grabber video cards or Special audio processing cards 2 Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 18 Please review it before proceedi...

Page 10: ...st Resetting the Secure KVM Switch Press the Reset button on the front panel to reset IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch When pressing the Reset Button for more than 5 seconds the keyboard mouse buffer will be...

Page 11: ...that the computer attached to its corresponding port is connected and powered on Selected Port LED lights bright orange to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port has the KVM fo...

Page 12: ...Filtering Configuration This function enables authorized Administrators to assign a whitelist and blacklist for User Authenticated Devices The Secure KVM Switch Configuration This function enables au...

Page 13: ...assword will not be restored EVEN after Reset to Factory Default is initiated 4 The default Administrator password for the first time log in is ABCD xyz 2468 The password is case sensitive Caps lock f...

Page 14: ...cter and e At least 1 special character Do not use the default Administrator password for your new password The administrators will be asked to enter the new password a second time for confirmation On...

Page 15: ...d when the IOGEAR Secure KVM Switch is manufactured and cannot be terminated After a successful Administrator Login type LIST and press Enter for administrator functions Administrator Logon Mode ID Ad...

Page 16: ...tical and non critical Events and Log Data can be displayed Each Event Log Data is recorded with time date stamp and special codes to indicate the type and content of the event These special codes can...

Page 17: ...ator performs Reset KVM to Default settings previously configured by the administrator such as USB device whitelist backlist will be cleared and reset to the factory default settings 2 Once Reset KVM...

Page 18: ...into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow an...

Page 19: ...ss for any particular purpose The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or updat...

Page 20: ...www iogear com 2018 IOGEAR All rights reserved Specifications subject to change without notice...

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