IOGear GCS138 installation manual Introduction on MiniViewTM Ultra

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Introduction

Introduction on MiniViewTM ULTRA

The MiniViewTM ULTRA GCS138 is a KVM switch that controls access to multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Before the development of the MiniViewTM ULTRA, the only way to control multiple computer configura- tions from a single console was through a complex and costly network system. Now, with the MiniViewTM ULTRA, you can easily access multiple computers in a simple and cost effectively manner.

One MiniViewTM ULTRA can control up to eight PCs. Units can be cascaded to three levels, which means that as many as 73 MiniViewTM ULTRA units can control up to 512 PCs - all from a single console.

Setup is fast and easy; just plug the cables into their appropriate ports. There is no software to configure so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompatibility problems. Since the MiniViewTM ULTRA accepts keyboard input directly, it works virtually any hardware platform with all operating systems.

The MiniViewTM ULTRA provides three convenient methods to access any PC connected to the system: (1) using the port selection buttons on the front panel of each unit; (2) entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard; and (3) selecting from on-screen menus through the On Screen Display (OSD) feature. In addition, a powerful Quick View Scan feature allows you to auto scan and monitor the activities of all operating PCs on the installation one by one.

There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniViewTM ULTRA. By allowing the MiniViewTM ULTRA to manage all the attached PCs, there is no need to purchase a separate keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each PC, saving an enormous amount of space. It also eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving around from one PC to another.

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Contents MiniView Ultra IOGEAR. All Rights Reserved Page Page Table of Contents Package Contents Overview OverviewFeatures FeaturesConsole RequirementsRequirements Requirements Introduction on MiniViewTM Ultra IntroductionPort LEDs Port Selection SwitchesFront View Sound Opening MiniViewTM Ultra ResetPower LED Console Port Section Power JackBack View Introduction Step Power Adapter Connection InstallationSetup and Installation Power Adapter Step Console Connection Setup and Installation Console Port Connection on KVM SwitchStep CPU Port Connection Setup and Installation CPU Port Connection on KVM SwitchStep Connecting the PCs Setup and Installation Port Connections on back of ComputerStep Cascading MiniViewTM Ultra Units Setup and Installation Cascading MiniViewTM UltraStep Cascading Congratulations! You have now completed the installationStep Cascading In Pyramid format Cascading DiagramCascading in pyramid format OSD Operation OSD OperationName OSD Main Menu HeadingsHotKey Navigation When you key in the Port ID, note the followingSetting a password Access authorizationPower Off and Restarting Power OffHot Plugging Console Ports Hot PluggingHot Plugging CPU Ports Port ID Numbering Port Selection Port SelectionHotKey In Examples HotKey Hotkey SummaryTableManual Quick View ScanningF2 Scan Function KeysFunction Keys F1 GoToChoice Meaning F3 ListTo select/deselect a port F4 QVF5 Edit Setti ng Functi on F6 SetSetti ng Func ti on MiniView Ultra PC Connection Table PC Connection TableNo response Troubleshooting Model GCS138Appendix Pressing the Hot Keys getsTurn of all MiniViewTM Ultra units and wait five Product Specification Model GCS138 SpecificationHousing ResolutionOperating Temperature Storage TemperatureRadio & TV Interference Statement Radio & TV Interference StatementLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyPage Contact info