StarTech.com usb dual vga cat5 kvm console extender - 650ft/200m manual Installation

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Installation

Installing the Local Unit

1.Place the Local Unit near the computer.

2.Switch off the computer and disconnect any connected devices.

3.Using the provided StarTech.com integrated KVM cable, connect the end of the cable that has the USB or PS/2 + VGA connectors to the VGA Out connectors and the USB or mouse and keyboard PS/2 connectors on the computer as appropriate. (The PS/2 version of the cable is color-coded.) Connect the opposite end of the cable with a single connector to the gray-coded connector marked COMPUTER on the Local Unit of the KVM extender.

4.Use Video cable for the connection between the video port on the computer side of the Unit and the video output port of the connected Computer.

5.Use Video cable for the connection between the video port on the console side of the Unit and the video input port of the connected monitor.

6.Use a CAT5 cable for the connection between the respective RJ45 port (Cat5 1 & Cat5 2) on the Remote and Local Unit.

7.If you wish to have console access to the local computer, connect a USB mouse, keyboard, and VGA monitors to the indicators marked as CONSOLE on the Local Unit.

8.Connect the UTP cable connections for Remote Unit to the NETWORK RJ-45 connector on the Local Unit. Connect the opposite end to a terminated wall outlet (if you are using premises cabling).

Installing the Remote Unit

1.Place the Remote Unit near the computer.

2.Switch off the computer and disconnect any existing VGA and input connections.

3.Using a StarTech.com integrated KVM cable, connect the end of the cable that has the USB or PS/2 + VGA connectors to the VGA Out connectors and the USB or mouse and keyboard PS/2 connectors on the computer as appropriate. (The PS/2 version of the cable is color-coded.) Connect the opposite end of the cable with a single connector to the gray-coded connector marked COMPUTER on the Remote Unit of the KVM extender.

4.Use Video cable for the connection between the video port on the computer side of the Unit and the video output port of the connected Computer.

5.Use Video cable for the connection between the video port on the console side of the Unit and the video input port of the connected monitor.

6.Use a CAT5 cable for the connection between the respective RJ45 port (Cat5 1 & Cat5 2) on the Remote and Local Unit.

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Contents USB Dual VGA Cat5 KVM Console Extender 650ft/200m FCC Compliance Statement Table of Contents Introduction FeaturesSystem Requirements Packaging Contents Preparing Your Site Connecting Your KVM ExtenderInstalling the Local Unit InstallationInstalling the Remote Unit Page Local On Remote On Push-Button Control and LEDsPush-Button on Remote Unit Push-Button on Local UnitVideo Compensation Mask Hotkey Switch Hotkey CommandsCascade Architecture Page Local mode selection Reset the Unit to the factory defaultEscape from hotkey mode Mode selection in SequenceFunction Descriptions Remote mode selectionMouse resynchronized for PS/2 PC Privacy setting enable Hotkey Commands for Local UnitPrivacy Setting Enable Hotkey Commands for Remote Unit Esc Choose one color at a time for adjustmentCtrl Ctrl Alt+E Compatibility Mode Selection Beep CodesType SpecificationsRJ-45 Connector Pinout Solution TroubleshootingVerify if the Extender has enough power SolutionAdapter from your local dealers Limitation of Liability Technical Support Warranty Information

usb dual vga cat5 kvm console extender - 650ft/200m specifications

The StarTech.com USB Dual VGA CAT5 KVM Console Extender is a powerful solution designed to extend your keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) control over substantial distances. With a remarkable capability of reaching up to 650 feet (200 meters), this extender allows users to place their control station far from the connected devices without sacrificing performance or functionality.

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