ATEN CS74D User Manual

2/4-Port USB DVI KVM SwitchCS72D / CS74DUser Manualwww.aten.com

CS72D / CS74D User Manual2Features One DVI console controls two (CS72D) or four (CS74D) USB interface computers Fully compliant with DVI specificati

1. Introduction3Hardware RequirementsConsole A DVI compatible monitor capable of the highest possible resolution  A USB mouse  A USB keyboard  Sp

CS72D / CS74D User Manual4Operating SystemsSupported operating systems are shown in the table, below:Note: Supports Linux Kernel 2.6 and higher.OS Ver

1. Introduction5ComponentsCS72D Front ViewCS74D Front ViewNo. Component Description1Port Selection PushbuttonsFor manual port selection, press a port

CS72D / CS74D User Manual6CS72D Rear ViewCS74D Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 DVI Console PortThe cable from your DVI monitor plugs in here. Note

1. Introduction7CS72D / CS74D Side ViewNo. Component Description1 Audio Port The cable from your speakers plugs in here. 2 USB Console PortsYour USB

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9Chapter 2Hardware SetupCable ConnectionsTo set up your CS72D / CS74D, refer to the installation diagram on the following page (the numbers in the dia

CS72D / CS74D User Manual10Installation DiagramNote: The diagram uses CS74D panels to illustrate the cable connection steps.123544-pin Cable Set4CS74D

11Chapter 3Basic OperationManual SwitchingThere are three convenient methods to access the computers: Manual – which involves pressing the port select

CS72D / CS74D User ManualiiFCC InformationFederal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply wi

CS72D / CS74D User Manual12Hot Plugging The CS72D / CS74D supports USB hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation b

13Chapter 4Hotkey OperationThe CS72D / CS74D provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure you

CS72D / CS74D User Manual14Alternate Hotkey Setting ModeThe port switching activation keys can be changed from tapping the Scroll Lock key twice ([Scr

4. Hotkey Operation15When you use the port switching hotkey or HSM, the mouse cursor must be in the current computer display.While Auto Scan Mode is

CS72D / CS74D User Manual16Mouse Port-switchingThe Mouse Port-switching function can be enabled or disabled. The default setting is disabled. To enabl

4. Hotkey Operation17(Continued from previous page.)Note: To set the keyboard language, see Keyboard Language, page 17.List Switch SettingsTo see a l

CS72D / CS74D User Manual18Note: nn is a two-digit number that represents the keyboard language code (US English: 33; French: 08; Japanese: 15).Restor

4. Hotkey Operation19[wheel][wheel] If mouse port-switching is active, clicking the mouse wheel twice switches to the next port.[E] Enables/disables

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21Chapter 5Keyboard EmulationMac KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mapping

CS72D / CS74D User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor tele

CS72D / CS74D User Manual22Sun KeyboardThe PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ct

23Chapter 6The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading t

CS72D / CS74D User Manual244. Press and hold the Port 1 pushbutton on the unit's front panel. While holding down the Port 1 pushbutton, connect P

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility253. Click Next. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The Utility inspects your installation. All the devi

CS72D / CS74D User Manual26If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If

6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility27Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful:Cl

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29AppendixSafety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the dev

CS72D / CS74D User Manual30 If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this

Appendix31Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservi

CS72D / CS74D User ManualivPackage ContentsThe CS72D / CS74D package consists of: 1 CS72D / CS74D 2/4-Port USB DVI KVM Switch 1 1.2 m 44-pin Custom

CS72D / CS74D User Manual32Specifications Function CS72D CS74DComputer Connections 2 4Console Connections 1 1Port Selection Hotkey, Mouse switch, Fron

Appendix33TroubleshootingOperation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are secu

CS72D / CS74D User Manual34When switching ports, there is a several second delay before the change happens.This can occur when keyboard emulation is d

CS72D / CS74D User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiRoHS. .

CS72D / CS74D User ManualviVideo DynaSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Mouse Emulation Control

CS72D / CS74D User ManualviiAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS72D / CS74D. It covers all aspects of i

CS72D / CS74D User ManualviiiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and how

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewThe CS72D / CS74D 2/4-Port USB DVI KVM Switch allows you to control two or four computers using one USB mouse, USB keybo