FAQs
Q:What operating systems does the Switch support?
A:The Switch will support any operating system that runs on a PS/2 and USB platform. It will also work with
Linux® distributions.
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A:With
Q:Does the Switch support Microsoft IntelliMouse®?
A:The Switch supports mice from Microsoft, Logitech®, Kensington®, and Belkin. Please contact Belkin Technical Support for compatibility issues you may experience.
Q:How does the Switch allow the user to switch between ports?
A:The Switch supports two methods of port selection. The user can select computers using specially designated keyboard hot keys, or can independently access the desired port by pushing the
Q:How far can the computer be from the Switch?
A:When using PS/2 connections, the Switch can be up to 25 feet away from your computer. If your computer needs to be more than 25 feet from the Switch, you can use the Belkin CAT5 Extender to extend your PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, and monitor up to 500 feet away using a standard CAT5 UTP cable. When using a USB connection between your Switch and computer, we recommend that your computer be no more than 15 feet (5 meters) from the Switch.
FAQs
Q:What is the maximum video resolution that the Switch supports?
A:The advanced video circuit in the Switch supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@85Hz.
Q:What video bandwidth does the Switch support?
A:The Switch supports 400MHz of video bandwidth.
Q:Can PS/2 and USB connections be used simultaneously on the same port?
A:No. You must use one or the other for each CPU’s dedicated port on the Switch.
Q:Do I have to install any software to use the Switch?
A:No, the Switch does not require any drivers or software to be installed in your computers. Simply connect all your computers to the PC ports on the Switch, then attach one keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the Console port and it is ready for use.
Q:Does the Switch require an AC adapter?
A:Yes, the Switch requires a 12V DC, 1A power adapter in order to function properly.
Q:Can I use the Switch to switch video signals only?
A:Yes, you may use the Switch to switch between video signals only without having to connect the keyboard and mouse. The keyboard and mouse should be connected directly to the computer that the video signal is taken from to ensure that your computer functions properly. Note: The Switch will require the use of the AC power adapter since power cannot be drawn from the computer via USB or keyboard.
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