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8. Basic Operation
8.1.3 Hot Plugging
The B030-DP08-17D / B030-DP16-17D support hot plugging – components can be removed and added to the computer by
unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut down the KVM.
8.1.4 Hot Plugging KVM Ports
In order for the OSD menus to correspond to KVM port changes, you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new
port information. See the F3 SET and F4 ADM functions in section
9.1.3.3 OSD Functions
for details.
Note:
If the computer’s operating system does not support hot plugging, this function may not work properly.
8.1.5 Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to power off the KVM switch, or if the switch loses power and needs to be restarted, wait 10 seconds
before powering it back on. The computers should not be affected by this, but should any of them should fail, simply restart
the affected computers.
8.1.6 USB Peripheral Devices
The USB 1.1 port on the keyboard module’s front panel can connect a USB peripheral device, such as a flash drive, CD-ROM
drive or printer. Any computer connected to the device can access the USB peripheral on a one-by-one basis. When switching
from one computer to another, the peripheral device automatically disconnects from the original computer and connects to the
newly selected computer.
Note:
When connecting a flash drive or other type of external storage device, always eject the device prior to switching ports.
8.1.7 Port Selection
The B030-DP08-17D / B030-DP16-17D provide three port-selection methods to access the computers on the installation:
manual, OSD (on-screen display), and hotkeys. For manual port switching, use the Port LED/Port Pushbuttons located on the
keyboard module to switch KVM focus to any port on the installation.
