ATEN CS-1754 CS-1758 User Manual

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CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual2Features Dual function KVM-USB switch One console controls 4 (CS-1754) or 8 (CS-1758) computers Cascadable to three l

1. Introduction3Hardware RequirementsConsole A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any compu

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual4CS-1754 / CS-1758 Front View431 & 2431 & 2

1. Introduction5No. Component Description1 Port Selection Switches Press a switch to access the computer attached to its corresponding port. Pressi

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual6CS-1754 / CS-1758 Rear ViewF/W UPGRADENORMAL RECOVER1 324 5F/W UPGRADENORMAL RECOVER1 234 5

1. Introduction7No. Component Description1 Firmware Upgrade PortThe Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data from the administ

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9Chapter 2InstallationStacking and Rack MountingStackingSwitches can be stacked one on top of the other using the stacking brackets that come already

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual10Rack MountingThe CS-1754 / CS-1758 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. To rack mount the unit, do the following:1. Remo

2. Installation11Single Stage InstallationRefer to the installation diagrams on the following page as you perform the following steps. The numbers in

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in w

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual12Single Stage Installation Diagram F/W UPGRADENORMAL RECOVER11243

2. Installation13USB Cable ConnectionPS/2 Cable Connection33

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual14Two Stage InstallationTo control even more computers, up to four/eight additional Master View CS-1754/CS-1758 units can

2. Installation156. For each Second Stage unit, plug the power adapter cable into its Power Jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC source.7. Pl

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual16Three Stage InstallationThe procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same as for a two

2. Installation17Three Stage Installation DiagramF/W UPGRADENORMAL RECOVERNORMAL RECOVER

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19Chapter 3Basic OperationHot PluggingThe CS-1754 / CS-1758 supports hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual20Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the switches, before starting it back up you mus

3. Basic Operation21Port ID NumberingEach KVM Port on a CS-1754 / CS-1758 installation is assigned a unique Port ID. You can directly access any comp

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center: International – htt

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual22Port SelectionThe CS-1754 / CS-1758 provides three methods to obtain instant access to any computer in your installatio

23Chapter 4OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is used to handle all computer control and switching procedures. All procedures start

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual24Please note the following: The diagram depicts the administrator's Main Screen. The user Main Screen does not sho

4. OSD Operation25OSD Main Screen HeadingsOSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, you can: rapidly switch

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual26F1 GOTOGOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port's Name, or its Port ID. To use t

4. OSD Operation27F3 SETThis function allows the administrator and each user to set up their own working environment. A separate profile for each is

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual28(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionPORT ID DISPLAYMODESelects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number

4. OSD Operation29F4 ADMF4 is an administrator only function. It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD.

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual30(Continued from previous page.)(Continues on next page.)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer i

4. OSD Operation31(Continued from previous page.)Setting FunctionSET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the administrator select which Ports to incl

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualivPackage Contents 1 CS-1754 or CS-1758 KVM Switch 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1 Power Adapter 1 Rack Mount Kit 1 User

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual32F7 SCANThe SCAN function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that

4. OSD Operation33F8 LOUTLOUT (Log out) logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks the Console screen. After using this function you mu

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35Chapter 5Hotkey OperationThe CS-1754 / CS-1758 's hotkey function makes it convenient to control your KVM installation from the keyboard.Note:

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual36Hotkey Port AccessHotkey Port Access allows you to select which computer has the KVM focus. The CS-1754 / CS-1758 provi

5. Hotkey Operation37While you are in Auto Scan Mode, you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer by pressing P, o

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual38Platform SetupThe CS-1754 / CS-1758's default port settings are for a PC Compatible operating platform. You can mo

5. Hotkey Operation39Hotkey Summary TableNote: The brackets indicate the keys you should press. Simply press the indicated keys – do not type the bra

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41Chapter 6Keyboard EmulationMac KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mapping

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual42Sun KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key

43Chapter 7The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading t

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual44(Continued from previous page.)4. Shut down all of the computers on your KVM installation.5. From your KVM switch conso

7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility453. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The devices capable of being upgraded a

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual465. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade.If you enabled Check Firmware Versio

7. The Firmware Upgrade Utility47Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful:C

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual48Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When you invoke

49AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual50 To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppresso

51Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight o

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manualvi4. OSD OperationOSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual52Technical SupportInternationalNorth AmericaWhen you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:

53CS-1754 / CS-1758 Connection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of Master View units and the number of computer

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual54CS-1754OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computer

55Administrator Login FailureIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username and Password information has become corrupted,

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual56SpecificationsFunction CS-1754 CS-1758Computer ConnectionsDirect 4 8Max 64 (via Cascade) 512 (via Cascade)Port Selectio

57TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionErratic Behavior Unit not receiving enough powerUse a DC 5V power adapter if you are not already using o

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual58Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT,

59IndexAActivate Beeper, 30ADM, 29Administrator functions, 29Administrator Login Failure, 55Auto Scan Modeexit, 32Auto Scanning, 32Scan Duration, 28BB

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User Manual60OOnlineRegistration, iiiOSDFactory Default Settings, 54Functions, 25Hotkey, 27Logout, 33Main Screen Headings, 25Overvie

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualviiAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your c/c system. It covers all aspects of

CS-1754 / CS-1758 User ManualviiiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe CS-1754 and CS-1758 USB KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches are control units that allow access and control of up