CPU Switch Smart DVI
Installation and Use
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Failure to switch the CPU Switch Smart DVI and computers on in the correct order
can lead to the mouse and/or keyboard not being recognised by the computers
when they are switched on.
2.4 ‘Interface powered’ operation without the optional power
adapter
The CPU Switch Smart DVI draws its power from the connected computers via the
keyboard cables. A single keyboard connection is normally sufficient to power the
CPU Switch Smart DVI provided that the cable is no longer than 5 metres. If more
than one computer is connected then the power will be intelligently drawn from all
computers. Cables longer than 5 metres may be used provided that the CPU Switch
Smart DVI is already powered by another connected computer or the optional power
adapter. If you are cascading the CPU Switch Smart DVI to another CPU Switch
Smart DVI then a power adapter must be connected to all CPU Switch Smart DVIs.
2.5 Configuring your PCs
Configure your PC in the same way that you would if your keyboard, mouse and
monitor were all connected directly to your PC. CPU Switch Smart DVI emulates
Microsoft compatible serial, IntelliMouse, IntelliMouse Explorer and PS/2 mice, so
ensure that your PC software is configured for a Microsoft mouse of the correct type.
Refer to the list of supported drivers in section 2.1.
