Black Box KV6104SA manual Operation, Power Status, Status LEDs

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SERVSWITCH DUO™

5. Operation

This chapter explains the general operation of the ServSwitch Duo. We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before starting to use the Switch; also make sure you have read the important note on page 20.

5.1 Power Status

At power-up, the ServSwitch Duo selects CPU channel #1 and displays “1” unless a password has been set. If a password has been set, the Switch will display “P” and remain locked until a valid password is entered. The 12- and 16-port models will also light their Power LED.

5.2 The Status LEDs

The green CPU-status LEDs numbered 1 through n (where n is the total number of CPU ports—4, 8, 12, or 16—on the Switch) show the ON/OFF status of the computers connected to the corresponding CPU ports. This status is derived from the computer’s keyboard connection and operates even when the ServSwitch Duo is powered off. See also the “PC bootup sequence” paragraph in Section 5.6.

The red status LEDs (A and B) show the activity status of the local and remote keyboard/monitor/mouse control ports. When port A is active, port B is disabled, and vice versa. When the Switch is idle, it activates one of these ports and lights the associated LED when it detects keyboard or mouse activity on that port. When no keyboard or mouse data has been detected on the active port for the duration of the switchover-timeout period (see Section 4.2.4), the port becomes inactive, its LED goes out, and the other control port can then be used.

5.3 The Front-Panel Pushbuttons and the Remote-Control Module

SELECT key and Remote-Control Module

You can use the SELECT key to select which CPU channel (CPU port) is currently controlled by the active control port. Press the key once during normal operation to select the next CPU channel in sequence (for example, to select channel 6 if channel 5 is currently selected); press the key repeatedly to manually cycle through the channels.

You can also use the SELECT key to access the ServSwitch Duo’s configuration mode (see Section 4.2.1). To access configuration mode while the Switch is operating, press the SELECT key and hold it down for 5 seconds until “C” appears on the Switch’s front-panel display.

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Contents July KV6104SA KV6108SA KV6112FA KV6116FA Welcome to the ServSwitchTM FamilyServswitch DUO FCC/IC Statements European Union Declaration of Conformity NOM Statement Servswitch DUO Contents Servswitch DUO Interfaces SpecificationsMtbf Introduction Features and Benefits of the ServSwitch DuoComplete ServSwitch Duo Package Rear panel of the 4- and 8-port ServSwitch Duo models ServSwitch Duo IllustratedRear panel of the 12- and 16-port ServSwitch Duo models Safety Concerns What You Will Need InstallationConnecting Your Devices Rackmounting the ServSwitch Duo OptionalServSwitch Duo cables Keyboard connector Pin mini-DIN PS/2 to Serial Mouse Connecting PowerConfiguring the ServSwitch Duo ConfigurationConfiguring your PCs Configuration Autoscanning Setting the Scan Mode and Pause Time Setting the Switchover Timeout Servswitch DUO Setting the Hotkey Sequence Setting the Appearance of the ON-SCREEN Display Setting the Password Status LEDs Power StatusOperation Operation Display Shows Meaning Status DisplayThings To Keep in Mind About the Keyboards and Mice Using the Dual Control Ports a and BKeyboard Control Hotkey Commands Operation To select channel NT Server B 356 On-Screen Menu ControlAdding a Computer to the Menu List Selecting a Computer on the Menu List Re-Enabling a Disconnected PS/2 Mouse Mouse ControlType of mouse Driver type Probable 12 RS-232 Control Cascading ServSwitch DuosOperation A typical cascade of two ServSwitch Duos Things To Try TroubleshootingServswitch DUO Troubleshooting Shipping and Packaging Calling Black BoxCabling ServSwitch Duo to PCs Appendix Cable and Connector GuidelinesCabling Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse to ServSwitch Duo Male Female Expansion Port Disclaimers

KV6104SA specifications

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The KV6104SA incorporates advanced switching technology, enabling fast and reliable channel switching. Users can switch between connected computers using convenient hotkeys or through a front-panel push button, ensuring quick access to different systems without interrupting their workflow. This is particularly beneficial for IT professionals and users who frequently need to monitor and control various machines.

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