Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

Connecting Computers

WARNING!

Before attempting to connect anything to the KVM switch or the computers, make sure the KVM switch is powered off. Otherwise, plugging and unplugging cables may cause irreversible damage to your computers and the KVM SWITCH.

Step 1 Connecting VGA of Console

The Console connections will be made with the monitor (VGA) connections first. Connect a VGA cable (15-pin HDDB Male / Male) with the Male side to both the Monitor and the rear panel of the KVM SWITCH unit monitor connector.

Step 2 Connecting Keyboard & Mouse of Console

Connect the keyboard and mouse to the KVM SWITCH. If you have an AT type keyboard, you will need an AT to PS/2 adapter.

Step 3 Connecting VGA of Computer

Now the computer connections will be made with the monitor (VGA) connections first. Connect a VGA cable (15-pin HDDB Male / Male) with the Male side to both the computer and the rear panel of the KVM SWITCH unit to the connector labeled with the display symbol(VGA). Repeat this for all computers.

Rear of computer

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Freedom9 KVM-08P user manual Connecting Computers, Connecting VGA of Console, Connecting Keyboard & Mouse of Console