Hot Key Port Selection

Hot Key navigation lets you select the active PC or initi- ate an Auto Scan procedure directly from the keyboard.

1.Selecting the Active Port:

Toggle between PCs by pressing and releasing the

[Scroll Lock] key twice, then pressing the " " or " " key.

2.Auto Scan Mode:

Auto Scan automatically switches between PCs at regular 4 second intervals. To invoke the Auto Scan Mode, press and release the [Scroll Lock] key twice, then press and release the [s] key. Scanning continues until the [spacebar] is pressed to exit the Auto Scan Mode. The port that was active when the [spacebar] was pressed remains active.

Note: While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, none of the other keyboard keys will function. The Auto Scan Mode must be exited in order to use the console for anything else.

LED Display

A lit LED identifies which PC is currently selected. A continually lit LED indicates that the switch is in the Manual Mode. A flashing LED indicates that the switch is in the Auto Scan Mode.

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Tripp Lite B004-002 Series, B004-004 Series user manual Hot Key Port Selection, LED Display

B004-002 Series, B004-004 Series specifications

Tripp Lite B004-002 Series and B004-004 Series are highly regarded KVM switches designed to facilitate seamless control of multiple servers and computers. These devices cater to IT professionals and businesses seeking efficient management of multiple systems, particularly in data centers or server rooms where space is at a premium.

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