Lindy 32362, 32364, 32361 manual Introduction, Lindy explains, What does KVM stand for?

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the LINDY Dual/Quad PRO. Your LINDY Dual/Quad PRO is a very high performance Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse (KVM) sharing device which supports a wide range of PC hardware and software platforms. The LINDY Dual/Quad PRO supports multiple users and enables each user to independently access the connected computers.

An On-Screen-Display (OSD) menu system is provided for easy computer selection and control. This enables users to select computers by name or description without having to remember the port that the computer is physically connected to. The OSD menu system also provides a security structure that enables the system administrator to allocate access rights to each user on a login basis.

LINDY Dual/Quad PRO products are fitted with one (2) or two (4) dual access user ports. These dual access ports have both traditional KVM connectors for local keyboard, monitor and mouse connections and an RJ45 link for connection to a remote LINDY extender unit. This gives the user the ability to connect to the LINDY Dual/Quad PRO from up to 200 metres away using common twisted pair network cable whilst still having the ability to access the LINDY Dual/Quad PRO using a local KVM console.

We trust that you will be delighted with the function of your new LINDY Dual/Quad PRO. We are always interested to hear any suggestions that you may have for additional features or functionality (email to: postmaster@lindy.co.uk). Product enhancement upgrades are provided free of charge during the warranty period and may be obtained by request from www.lindy.co.uk. Some of the main features and benefits that are offered by your LINDY Dual/Quad PRO are listed in section 1.1

LINDY explains:

What does KVM stand for?

Throughout this manual the abbreviation KVM is used to refer to the combination of a Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse that is used to access a computer. A KVM console usually consists of a keyboard, monitor and mouse although sometimes only a keyboard and monitor may be used. Devices such as the LINDY Dual/Quad PRO are generally known as KVM sharers or KVM switches.

LINDY Dual/Quad PRO

Installation and Use

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Contents Lindy CPU Switch Dual/Quad Pro Safety information Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and UseAbout this manual Warranty Radio Frequency Energy European EMC directive 89/336/EECContents Using the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO AppendicesIntroduction Lindy explainsWhat does KVM stand for? Key features and benefits Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Lindy Dual/Quad PRO package contents Lindy Junior Extender receiver package contents part codeLindy PRO Extender receiver package contents part code Product information Page Page Page What you will need InstallationFlexible configuration For the computer connections you will needFor the integrated Lindy Extender ports you will need Important WarningConnecting your devices Mounting the Lindy Dual/Quad PROConfiguring your PCs Structuring your Lindy Dual/Quad PRO installation Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Page Page Page Maximising the video quality Other useful installation information Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouseLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Decide if you are going to use password security Configuring the Lindy Dual/Quad PROConfiguration summary Create an Admin administration account passwordCreate user accounts Enabling password securitySet the required Setup Options and Global Preferences Add / edit names to identify your computersSetting an Admin password Creating and editing user accountsTo create user accounts Creating and editing computer names Follow a similar process to edit usersTo create computer names Follow a similar process to edit computer namesLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Page Setting the Setup Options and Global Preferences Possible cascade groups and their associated namesSecurity LanguageHotkeys Keypad Controls Exclusive USEMouse Switching Automatic LogoutScreen Saver Autoscan Mode Autoscan TimeOSD Dwell Time User Timeout 13 RS232 Mouse TypePower supply connections and indicators Using the Lindy Dual/Quad PRORear panel special function switches User display and key switchComputer display and key switch Activity indicators Selecting a computer using the front panel controlsLogging on to the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Keyboard hotkeys ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 2’ selects channel ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 0’ selects channel‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 1’ selects channel ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 3’ selects channelPress ba v release v pressv release v pressv release vba Selecting computers using the mousePress ba2 release 2ba Press ba1 release Press 2 release 2baSelecting computers using the on-screen menu Press ba M release MbaLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Je or jf Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Ba w Reminder bannerSetting the User Preferences OSD ColourReminder Banner Restore Intellimouse Using the Functions menuRestore Standard Mouse Reminder ColourQuerying the routing status Using the dual access ports 1 Cascading Lindy Dual/Quad PRO’sResetting user port keyboards and mice Press ba0 Release Press 4 release 4baUsing the Lindy Junior / Pro Extender What to do if you forget your Admin passwordTo save the menu names and configuration settings To edit the menu names and configuration settings Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Upgrading the Lindy Dual/Quad PROs firmware Prepare your computers Connect your computer to the Lindy Dual/Quad PRORun the upgrade program Power off the Lindy Dual/Quad PROPower on the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO with the Upgrade switch on LDQP.EXEX16V129.DAT Ldqp Datfilename.DATLdqp 4X16V129.DAT Important Note Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use A1. Keyboard, monitor and mouse to Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Appendix A. Cable and connector specificationsCable specification A2. Lindy to Lindy Dual/Quad PROCable specifications A3. Lindy Dual/Quad PRO to PCs 1 toRecommended cables Appendix B. Problem Solving ProblemAction