Switch between the connected computers by either

The front panel Select buttons

Keyboard hotkeys

The OSD (On Screen Display)

The OSD is also the place to adjust various settings as explained below.

When switching computers the illuminated LED of the top bank indicates which computer is currently selected.

16. The keyboard hotkeys

To switch to the next computer forwards press Shift then, +. Release Shift, before pressing +. To switch to the next computer backwards press Shift then, -. Release Shift, before pressing -.

Note! With a US English keyboard you can use the + of the alphanumeric section or of the numeric keypad. With a Non-US English keyboard only use the + of the numeric keypad.

17. The OSD

To display the OSD:

Press Shift twice. The OSD Main window appears. See Figure 8. Lines with blue text show active computers. Lines with grey text show inactive computers.

The Type column indicates whether a computer “C” or another switch “S” is connected to the port.

Figure 8 The OSD Main window

18. Navigating the OSD

To navigate up and down use the Up and Down arrow keys.

To jump from one column to the next (when relevant) use the Tab key.

To exit the OSD or return to a previous window within the OSD press Esc.

19. Selecting a computer

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16 Port KVM, SL2116A, MIT-CAT5 8 specifications

The ConnectPRO MIT-CAT5 8, SL2116A is a powerful 16-port KVM switch designed for efficient management of multiple servers and computers from a single console. This device revolutionizes how IT professionals handle their data centers or server rooms by allowing them to control numerous systems without the need for multiple keyboards, mice, and monitors.

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