ATEN Technology KH2508A, KH2516A Hardware Setup, Before you Begin, Overview

Chapter 2

Hardware Setup

Overview

For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing the PS/2, USB and serial interfaces, the KH2508A / KH2516A's design utilizes KVM adapter cables that serve as intermediaries between the KVM switch and the connected devices:

A separate KVM adapter cable is required for each computer or device connection. The KVM adapter cables are listed in the KVM Adapter Cables section on page 5. Consult your dealer to find out which KVM adapter cables best fit your needs.

Before you Begin

1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 59. Please review it before proceeding.

2.Make sure that the power to any device that you connect to the installation has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.

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