Lindy 32364, 32362, 32361 manual Key features and benefits

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1.1 Key features and benefits

Enables many computers to be independently controlled by multiple users.

On-screen menu allows computers to be selected by name or description.

Configurable security enables administrator to assign access rights to users.

Dual-access port(s) with built-in 200 metre LINDY extender connections enable the LINDY Dual/Quad PRO to be controlled from local and remote KVM consoles.

Two independent users are supported on 2 models via one local KVM port and one dual-access local / remote KVM port.

Four independent users are supported on 4 models via two local KVM ports and two dual-access local / remote KVM ports.

Advanced On-Screen Display (OSD) for easy control and configuration.

Channel switching by On-Screen Display, front panel key, keyboard hotkey, or 3 button mouse.

Supports high bandwidth monitors at resolutions up to 1920 x 1440.

Fully flash upgradable via the serial port (upgrade cable included).

Supports a very wide range of software including Windows 3.X, WFWG, 95, 98, 2000, NT, ME, XP, DOS, Unix, Linux, NetWare, OS/2, BSD etc.

Video channels support Display Data Channel (DDC/DDC1/DDC2) signalling.

Supports desktop and laptop PCs, RS6000s, DEC Alphas, and Silicon Graphics computers.

Dual power supply capability and front panel "healthy voltage" indicators provide power redundancy, high reliability and peace of mind.

Support for up to 16 user access profiles and 512 named computers.

The colours and position of the OSD menu may be changed by each user.

Optional small-sized reminder banner permanently confirms the selected computer.

Supports three computer control modes - Exclusive, Shared and Video Only.

LINDY Dual/Quad PRO

Installation and Use

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Contents Lindy CPU Switch Dual/Quad Pro Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Safety informationAbout this manual European EMC directive 89/336/EEC Warranty Radio Frequency EnergyContents Appendices Using the Lindy Dual/Quad PROLindy explains IntroductionWhat does KVM stand for? Key features and benefits Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Lindy Junior Extender receiver package contents part code Lindy Dual/Quad PRO package contentsLindy PRO Extender receiver package contents part code Product information Page Page Page For the computer connections you will need InstallationFlexible configuration What you will needImportant Warning For the integrated Lindy Extender ports you will needMounting the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Connecting your devicesConfiguring your PCs Structuring your Lindy Dual/Quad PRO installation Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Page Page Page Maximising the video quality Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouse Other useful installation informationLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Create an Admin administration account password Configuring the Lindy Dual/Quad PROConfiguration summary Decide if you are going to use password securityAdd / edit names to identify your computers Enabling password securitySet the required Setup Options and Global Preferences Create user accountsCreating and editing user accounts Setting an Admin passwordTo create user accounts Follow a similar process to edit users Creating and editing computer namesFollow a similar process to edit computer names To create computer namesLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Page Possible cascade groups and their associated names Setting the Setup Options and Global PreferencesLanguage SecurityHotkeys Exclusive USE Keypad ControlsAutomatic Logout Mouse SwitchingScreen Saver Autoscan Time Autoscan ModeOSD Dwell Time 13 RS232 Mouse Type User TimeoutUser display and key switch Using the Lindy Dual/Quad PRORear panel special function switches Power supply connections and indicatorsComputer display and key switch Selecting a computer using the front panel controls Activity indicatorsLogging on to the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Keyboard hotkeys ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 3’ selects channel ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 0’ selects channel‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 1’ selects channel ‘HOTKEYs’ and ‘1 then 2’ selects channelPress ba1 release Press 2 release 2ba Selecting computers using the mousePress ba2 release 2ba Press ba v release v pressv release v pressv release vbaPress ba M release Mba Selecting computers using the on-screen menuLindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Je or jf Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use Reminder banner Ba wOSD Colour Setting the User PreferencesReminder Banner Reminder Colour Using the Functions menuRestore Standard Mouse Restore IntellimouseQuerying the routing status Cascading Lindy Dual/Quad PRO’s Using the dual access ports 1Press ba0 Release Press 4 release 4ba Resetting user port keyboards and miceWhat to do if you forget your Admin password Using the Lindy Junior / Pro ExtenderTo 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 Connect your computer to the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Prepare your computersLDQP.EXE Power off the Lindy Dual/Quad PROPower on the Lindy Dual/Quad PRO with the Upgrade switch on Run the upgrade programLdqp Datfilename.DAT X16V129.DATLdqp 4X16V129.DAT Important Note Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Installation and Use A2. Lindy to Lindy Dual/Quad PRO Appendix A. Cable and connector specificationsCable specification A1. Keyboard, monitor and mouse to Lindy Dual/Quad PROA3. Lindy Dual/Quad PRO to PCs 1 to Cable specificationsRecommended cables Problem Appendix B. Problem SolvingAction