ATEN MASTER VIEW CS-124U User Manual

User ManualCS-124U4 Port KVM Switch2001-04-25

InstallationBefore you Begin1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connectingup have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords

4. Turn on the power to the computers.Note: The unit must be plugged in and receiving power prior to turning onthe power to the computers.Two Stage I

5. For each Second Stage unit, plug the power adapter cable into the MasterView’s Power Jack; plug the power adapter into an AC source.6. Plug in the

Three Stage InstallationThe procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the sameas for a two stage installation. With a three

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OperationHot PluggingThe Master View CS-124U supports hot plugging - components can beremoved and added back into the installation by unplugging their

Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the Master View units, beforestarting it back up you must do the following:1. S

Port SelectionThe Master View CS-124U provides three methods to obtain instant access toany computer in your installation: Manual; Hotkey; and OSD.wMa

Port ID NumberingID Numbering OverviewEach CPU port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID. Youcan directly access any computer on

Port Key In Examples1. To access a computer attached to port 3 of a Single Stage installation, key in3 for the Port ID, as follows:[Ctrl] + [3] + [Ent

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules

Hotkey Summary TableCombination Action[Ctrl] + [Ctrl]* Invokes OSD (Default)[Scroll Lock] + [Scroll Lock]* Invokes OSD (Alternate Method)[Ctrl]+[Port

OSD OperationOSD OverviewOn Screen Display (OSD), provides a menu driven interface to handle thecomputer switching procedure. Although Hotkey switchin

OSD Navigationw[Esc] cancels the current selection, or dismisses the current menu andmoves back to the menu one level above. If you are at the highest

OSD Main Menu HeadingsHeading ExplanationPN This column lists the Port ID numbers (Station Number - Port Number)for all the CPU ports on the installat

wF2 Scan:Pressing [F2] initiates Quick View Scanning, in which the OSD cyclesthrough all the ports that are currently selected in the List view (see F

Move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An iconappears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one.

wF6 Set:Pressing [F6] brings up the OSD configuration menu. To change a setting:1. Move the highlight bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter].2

Setting FunctionSETPASSWORDThis function is used to set passwords:1. Move the highlight bar to User or Administrator,thenpress [Enter]. You are presen

Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultDisplay Duration Always OnDisplay Mode The Port Number plus the Po

TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionErraticbehavior.Unit not receivingenough powerunderself-poweredoperation.Use the Power Adapter that was su

Packing ListThe complete Master View CS-124U package consists of:wOne CS-124U KVM SwitchwOne Power AdapterwOne User ManualCheck to make sure that the

SpecificationsFunction SpecificationComputerConnectionsDirect4Max64 (via Daisy chain)Port Selection Front Panel SwitchesHot KeysOSDLEDs On Line Port 4

Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY EXCEED THEPRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,INCIDENTAL OR

ContentsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features. . . . . . . .

OverviewThe Master View Plus CS-124U represents a revolutionary new direction inKVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. The CS-124U is a control unit t

FeatureswFull Speed Connectivity - USB Mouse and KeyboardwEasy InstallationwNo Software Required - Computer Selection via Front Panel Switches, HotKey

Hardware RequirementsConsolewA VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution thatyou will be using on any computer in the installa

IntroductionFront View1. Port LEDsThe selected LEDs light to indicate the currently selected port.On Line: Lights ORANGE to indicate that the computer

Rear View1. Power JackThe unit is designed to use external power, the power adapter cable plugs inhere.2. Console Port SectionYour monitor, keyboard a