Chapter 1. Introduction

Requirements

Console

ŠA VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation

ŠA PS/2 keyboard

ŠA PS/2 mouse

Note: 1. If you connect a DDC type monitor to the Local Unit, the monitor that connects to the Remote Unit must be able to support the highest video resolution that the DDC monitor can provide.

2.You must use the same brand and model of mouse on both the local and remote units.

Computers

The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system:

ŠA VGA, SVGA, or Multisync card

ŠA 6-pin mini-DIN mouse port

ŠA 6-pin mini-DIN keyboard port

Cables

ŠFor optimum signal integrity we strongly recommend that you use the high-quality Custom KVM cable provided with this package. The shape and function of the KVM connectors on the switch and the cable have been modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this KVM switch can be used.

ŠCat 5 cable is the minimum required to connect the local and remote CE250A units.

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