INSTALLATION – KVM Switch
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ORION LC Installation and Operations Manual
KVM Switch
The Orion LC can be configured to function as a KVM switch by simply
setting the Dip switches. Switch 1 OFF and switch 2 ON configures the unit
to function as a single head KVM switch. Switch 1 and 2 both ON
configures the unit to function as a dual head KVM switch. Refer to the
single or dual head section for your application.
Single Head KVM Switch Installation
The Single head switch
configuration allows you to
connect 7 computers to the
Orion LC and display and
control each computer from a
single workstation.
To configure Orion LC for a
Single Head KVM Switch, set
dip switch 1 OFF, 2 ON, and
connect the CATx or fiber
cabling as shown.
Connect a DVII-MM, a USB
Type A to Type B, and optional
serial and audio cables to your
computer and to the
corresponding ports on the
transmitter.
Connect the CATx or fiber
cables from the transmitters to
the Orion LC ports labeled “T”.
Connect a single CATx or fiber
cable from the Orion LC port
labeled “R” to the receiver.
Connect a DVI monitor, USB
keyboard and mouse, and
optional serial and audio to the
corresponding receiver ports.
Figure 13. Single Head KVM Switch
