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connection error, it will be displayed in this line as well. You can double click the state line in order to see a history (see Figure 5.5) of all the state messages.

Figure 5.5 Shows history of all the state messages

. Auto adjust

Starts the auto adjustment procedure to determine the settings for best visual quality of the grabbed image. This may take a few moments. During the process the display is turned off and you will see a notification message.

. Sync mouse

Activates the mouse synchronization process. Have a look at Section 5.3.3 for further information about this topic.

. Single/Double mouse mode

Switches between the Single Mouse Mode (where only the remote mouse pointer is visible) and the Double Mouse Mode (where remote and local mouse pointers are visible and need to be synchronized). Single mouse mode is only available if using SUN JVM 1.3 or higher.

. Monitor Mode

Toggles the read only mode on and off. In case the Monitor Mode check box is checked the Remote Console won’t accept any local input neither keyboard nor mouse. The symbol shows if the monitor mode is currently active or not.

. Options --Scaling

Allows you to scale down the Remote Console. You can still use mouse and keyboard, however the scaling algorithm won’t preserve all display details.

. Options

--Mouse handling

The submenu for mouse handling offers two options for synchronizing the local and the remote mouse pointer, explained in Section 5.3.3. The option for ’Fast Sync’ shows the hotkey in parentheses in case you defined one using the Remote Console Settings. It is also possible to

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PS/2 KVM specifications

The Avocent PS/2 KVM switch is a versatile, cost-effective solution designed to enable users to manage multiple computers from a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor. With its robust design and array of advanced features, the KVM switch simplifies the task of accessing various servers and workstations while providing significant flexibility and ease of use.

One of the main features of the Avocent PS/2 KVM is its ability to support multiple connections, typically allowing users to manage anywhere from two to 16 computers simultaneously. This is particularly beneficial in data centers and server rooms where space and resources are limited. Users can seamlessly switch between connected devices using simple keystrokes or a designated button on the KVM switch, which enhances productivity and streamlines operations.

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