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Selecting Computers for Autoscan

Function key <F2> - Use this key to switch the eye mark (N) of a computer on or off. First, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight it, then press <F2> to switch its eye mark on or off. If Scan Type reads ‘Ready PC + N, only the power-on and eye mark selected computers will be displayed sequentially in Scan mode.

Locking Devices (Slave or computer)

Function key <F3> - To lock a device (a computer or a Slave) from unauthorized access, use Security. Security is effective only for one device (a computer or a Slave). To lock a device, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight it, then press <F3>. Now, enter up to 4 characters (‘A’~’Z’, ‘0’~‘9’, -‘) followed by <ENTER> as the new password. A Security enabled device is marked with a lock (Ï)following its port number. To permanently disable the security function from a locked device, highlight it, press <F3> then enter the password.

If you want to access the locked device temporarily, simply highlight it and press <ENTER>. The OSD will prompt for the password. After entering the correct password, you are allowed to use the device. This device is automatically re-locked once you switch to another one. During Scan mode, OSD skips the security-enabled device.

Please Note: Only one device (a computer or a Slave) can be locked by this function at a time.

Please note: If you forget the password, the only way to permanently disable the security function is to remove all possible power sources from the Console.You will need to turn off all computers and unplug all power adapters, then restart everything.

Advanced Functions

Function key <F4>: More functions are available by hitting <F4>. A new screen pops up displaying more functions as described below, most of which are marked with a triangle (p) to indicate options from which to choose. Using the up and down arrow keys, select the functions and press <ENTER>. Available options will be shown in the middle of the screen. Again, use the up and down arrow keys to view available options, then press <ENTER> to select it. You can press <ESCAPE> to exit at any time.

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Contents 1U 17 & 19 Rackmount LCD Console with 8 & 16 Port KVM Switch FCC Compliance Statement Table of Contents Packaging Contents IntroductionInstallation and Usage Hardware GuideMounting the Console Rail Lock Switch Page Connecting the Console/Module Page Connecting computers to the module Cascade ConfigurationConfiguring display settings Turning on the consoleTesting the console Panel controls and OSD functionsAuto tune Contrast Input SourceBrightness ColorColor Cont’d PositionLanguage Module Operation RecallPush Button Selection Editing Computer Name Assignments Selecting Computers for Autoscan Locking Devices Slave or computerAdvanced Functions Auto Scan Manual ScanAudio Stick Scan Type Scan RateHot-key commands Command Change Configuration while Running Specifications Display SizeKeyboard Technical Support Warranty Information Limitation of Liability