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1. Port USB KVM Swtich GCS124U Installation Manual 4 IOG KVM FIREWIRE USB 2001 IOGEAR All Rights Reserved IOGEAR the IOGEAR logo MiniView VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Inc Macintosh G3 G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice IOGEAR Inc assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document Thank you for purchasing one of the most feature rich keyboard video and mouse switches on the market IOGEAR s USB KVM switches are first rate connectivity accessories designed to help reduce the frustration of managing multiple computer systems Wtih the MiniView USB KVM series by IOGEAR you can access multiple computers from a single console keyboard mouse and monitor MiniView USB KVM provides two convenient methods to access connected computers Change ports easily via the push button selection switches located on the unit s front panel or by entering Hot Key combinations from the keyboard or OSD On Screen Display Setup is fast and easy plugging cables2. Unit Can Operate without Power Adapter DC Input for External Power Supply Hot Swappable Rackmountable with optional Rack Mount Kit 3 Year Warranty Requirements Requirements USB Enabled Computer VGA or compatible Type Video Port MACs OS 8 6 or greater with latest USB updates PCs WIN 98 or greater with USB support Accessories IOGEAR USB Hub GUH7144 Expand your USB set up with one of our USB hubs 10 Bonded USB KVM Cable G2L1203U 6 Bonded USB KVM Cables G2L1201U Rack Mount Kit for the GCS124U G2X007 Agreat add on for rack mounted computer set up Size 1U fits all rack system set ups 19 Racks IOGEAR has a full line of KVM FireWire USB USB 2 0 and ShareView products Please visit our website at www iogear com for further information Introduction Introduction on MiniView II USB KVM The MiniView GCS124U is a USB KVM switch that controls access to multiple computers from a single console keyboard monitor and mouse Before the development of the MiniView II USB KVM the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system Now with the MiniView II USB KVM you can easily access multiple computers in a simple and cost effectively manner One MiniView USB KVM can control up to four PCs Units can be cascaded to three levels which means that as many as 21 MiniView USB KV
3. Navigation To exit from the OSD menu at any thime press ESC Use the Up and Down arrow keys to move through the list one line at a time Use PG UP and PG DOWN to move up or down through the list one screen at a time To activate a port move the Highlight Bar to the desired port and press ENTER Function Keys With the OSD activated pressing a function key F1 F6 brings up a related sub menu that is used to configure and control the OSD F1 GOTO After pressing F1 select the desired port number or port name and press ENTER Your monitor will now display the selected computer Operation F2 SCAN Pressing F2 initiates the Scan Mode in which the KVM cycles through all the ports that have been selected for scanning within the List settings F3 When you want to stop at a particular location or stop the scanning process simply press the spacebar or the round button on the from of the USB KVM NOTE 1 If the scanning stops on an empty port or one where the computer is powered off the monitor screeen will be blank and the mouse and keyboard will have no effect To recover activate the OSD and choose any powered on or Functioning computer 2 As the OSD cycles through the selected ports an S Appears in front of the Port ID display as each comptuer is accessed to indicate that the computer is being accesed under QUICK VIEW scanning 3 If a particular port has not been selected in the list menu See F3 List the scan will not display
4. 5 40 20 40 0 80 Metal 2910 8 8 6 0 2 0 Resolution Operating Temp Storage Temp Humidity Housing Weight Dimension LxWxH Radio amp TV Interference Statement Radio amp TV Interference Statement WARNING This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference Limited Warranty Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDEN TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DIST ORITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpos
5. that computer F3 LIST This function brings up a submenu that lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD lists This will be different for each console depending on the choices made for that console The choices and their meanings are given in the Table below To choice move the highlihgt bar to the desired selection and press ENTER An icon will appear before the selected line to indicate that it is currently selected NOTE 1 You can access any port on any list by using the Navigation Keys then Pressing ENTER 2 If you select a port that does not have a computer attached to it or if the attached computer is powered off the OSD will still switch to it showing a blank scren Operation F4 QV quick view You can broaden or narrow the number of ports that get automatically scanned by selecting only the ones you want within this menu To select deselect a port for Quick View 1 Use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to the desired port 2 Press F4 When a port has been selectedfor Quick View scanning an arrowhead displays in the FQ Column When a port is deselected the arrowhead will disappear F5 EDIT Here you can name each of your ports allowing yo to easily identify each connected computer 1 Use the navigation key to move the highlight bar to the port you want 2 Press 5 3 Key in the new port name or modify delete the old one The maximum number of character
6. M units can control up to 64 PCs all from a single console Setup is fast and easy just plug the cables into their appropriate ports There is no software to configure so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompatibility problems Since the MiniView USB KVM accepts keyboard input directly it works virtually any hardware platform with all operating systems The MiniView USB KVM provides three convenient methods to access any PC connected to the system 1 using the port selection buttons on the front panel of each unit 2 entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard and 3 selecting from on screen menus through the On Screen Display OSD feature In addition a powerful Quick View Scan feature allows you to auto scan and monitor the activities of all operating PCs on the installation one by one There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniView II USB KVM By allowing the MiniView USB KVM to manage all the attached PCs there is no need to purchase a separate keyboard monitor and mouse for each PC saving an enormous amount of space It also eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving around from one PC to another Introduction Front View 1 On Line LEDs These LEDs indicate that a computer is properly connected to the switch powered on and operational 2 Selected LEDs These LEDs indicate the currently
7. To activate auto scan Appendix Troubleshooting Model GCS124U Note If the unit appears to be operating erracticallly check all cables for damage and to be sure that they are properly connected If you are operating under nonpowered mode use the external power adapter If you need further assistance please check out our IOGEAR Tech Info Library 1 1 at www iogear com support for the latest tips tricks and troubleshoot ing The IOGEAR T I L was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products Most of the answers to your questions can be found here so please try it out before contacting technical support Technical Support is available Monday through Friday from 8 00am to 5 00pm PST and can be reached at 949 428 1111 Specification Product Specification MODEL GCS124 Function Specification Power Consumption DC 9V 600mA Computer Connections 4 USB enabled computers up to 64 when daisychained Port Selection Push button Switches Hotkeys OSD LEDs 4 Green amp 4 neon Blue 1 USB Keyboard Port type A Console USB type A Port 1 USB Mouse Port type A Console Connectors USB type B Port 4 USB type B ports Mouse and Keyboard shared port Computer 1 VGA HD15F Port Console Video 4 VGA HD15M Ports Computer Scan Intervals 5 amp 15 Second Specification Function Specification 1920 x 1440
8. e The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or updates For further inquires please contact your direct vendor KVM FIREWIRE USB IOG Contact info 23 Hubble Drive Irvine 92618 949 428 1111 gt F 949 428 1100 www iogear com
9. into their appropriate ports is all that is entailed We hope you enjoy using your MiniView USB KVM switch yet another first rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Contents Features Requirements Introduction Installation 52554 24 Appendix HotKey Radio 8 TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty Package Contents This package contains 1 MiniView USB KVM Switch GCS124U 1 User Manual 1 Registration Card 4 Premium Bonded USB KVM cables 2 4ft amp 2 6ft 1 Power Adapter 1 Quick Start Guide If any items are damaged or missing please contact your dealer Overview MiniView USB KVM Switch 1240 is a control unit that allows access to four computers from a single console keyboard mouse and monitor Before the development of the MiniView Il the only way to control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system Setup is fast and easy plugging cables into their appropriate posts is all that is entailed There is no software to configure so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with incompatibility problems Since the MiniView intercepts USB keyboard input direct
10. ly it works on any hardware platform and with all operating systems MiniView USB KVM provides convenient methods to access the computers connected to the USB KVM system MiniView II USB KVM offers push button selection switches located on the units front panel Hot Key controls from the USB keyboard and an On Screen Display OSD There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniView USB KVM By allowing a single console to manage the attached computers the MiniView USB KVM eliminate the expense of purchasing a separate keyboard monitor and mouse Additionally it saves space taken up by the additional hardware and eliminates the inconvenience of switching from the different computer systems Features Premium Bonded USB KVM Cables Included Patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement Technology for Superior Video Quality Patented USB Sniffing Technology USB Compatible Mouse Support Microsoft Intellimouse Pro amp Logitech FirstMouse Support Keyboard and Mouse Emulation for Error Free Switching and Booting No Delay Between Switching Daisy Chainable control upto 64 USB computers Easy to install No Software Required Computer Selection Via Push Button Switches Keyboard HotKeys or OSD On Screen Display Auto Scan Function for Monitoring Computer Operation Supports up to 1920 x 1440 LED Display For Easy Status Monitoring Easy to Operate Features Continues
11. of the basic keyboard keys will function until you end the auto scan OSD Overview On Screen Display OSD provides a menu driven interface to handle PC switching Procedures All operations start from the OSD Main Screen To activate the OSD Tap the CTRL key twice ctrl ctrl NOTE If using the control key conflicts with applications running on any of the Computers you can change the OSD Activation Hotkey to Scroll Lock Scroll Lock The OSD always starts in LIST view with the Highlight bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed The Port Number PN for each computer is shown in the left most column on the list You can directly access any port by using Navigation keys to move the Highlight bar to the desired port and press ENTER The computers port number is derived from the CPU port 1 4 on the GCS124U back panel that the computer is connected to For example to access a computer connected to port 3 you would move up or down the list with the arrow keys and press enter once port 3 is highlighted Remember The port number for a computer connected to a daisy chained GCS124U is a 2 digit number The first digit represents the CPU Port number of the primary USB KVM and the second digit represents the CPU Port number of the secondary USB KVM that the computer is connected to For example to access a computer connected to CPU Port of the secondary USB KVM scroll down the list and press enter on 2 3 Operation
12. onal daisy chained KVM with a hotkey combination that specifies the ID of the CPU port and the ID ofthe daisy chained CPU port The idea behind selecting computer through daisy chained KVMs is to select the KVM CPU port that the daisy chained KVM is attached Once that port is selected you can select the port of the ocmputer you wish to access The key commands are as folows Press and release each of the following keys in order until complete control Press the control key once 1 2 3 4 Enter the number of the port that the daisy chained computer is connected 1 2 3 4 Enter the number of the daisy chained KVMs port you wish to switch to ENTER Pressing enter completes the port selection process Operation A typical daisy chain set up and command sequence may look the following You have 7 USB computers 3 of the computers are connected to the primary USB KVM A secondary USB KVM is connected to port 4 on the first USB KVM The additional 4 computers are then connected to the Secondary USB KVM gt If wanted to view and use computer number 6 would use the following key sequence control 4 3 ENTER Now you try Appendix HotKey Commands Model GCS124U Combination Action Ctrl Ctrl Opens OSD Menu or scroll lock scroll lock ctrl 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 Enter select desired port Humidity Toggle backward through ports Housing Toggle forward through ports Weight
13. s allowed for a port name is 15 Legal Characters include All alpha characters a z A Z All numeric charaters 0 9 Any of the following Space The OSD is not case sensitive so it will not matter if the OSD displays the port name in all capitals or other When you finish editing press ENTER to have the change take effect To abort the change Press ESC Operation F6 SET When you press F6 a submenu appears that allows you to configure the OSD settings for the console you are working at To change the settings use the up and down keys to move the highlight bar to the desired menu item and press ENTER Ifa sub menu has further choices to select from move the highlight bar to the desired menu option and press ENTER Refer to the table below for menu submenu navigation Operation Daisy Chaining The Conection What You Need One 1 of the following cables for each additional USB KVM added 6ft G2L1201U or 10ft G2L1203U One 1 additional GCS124U for each new daisy chain level Daisy Chaining the GCS124U is very simple Simply purchase a second unit up to 3 additional units levels deep and a USB KVM cable and connect the 2 USB console port on the primary USB KVM Operation Daisy Chain Port Selection Each CPU port is assigned a numeric ID 1 4 Each daisy chained MiniView USB KVM is also assigned a numeric ID 1 4 You can directly access any computer connected to the KVM and each additi
14. selected port 3 Port Selection Switches The Port Selection Switches are located on the front panel Just below the Selected LEDs Press the puch buttons to select the computer of your choice 4 Auto Scan Switch This push button toggles Auto Scan Mode for the MiniView USB KVM Introduction Back View 1 Power Jack Port for power adapter 2 Console Port Section VGA console port for your monitor USB ports for keyboard and mouse 3 Console Port Section USB Port USB ports to connect your computer via our premium bonded USB KVM cable 4 Console Port Section VGA Port VGA ports to connect to your computer via our premium bonded USB KVM cables Setup and Installation Steo 1 Power Adapter Console Connection Before you begin please make sure that the power to all devices has been turned off 1 Plug your USB Mouse USB Keyboard and Monitor into the console area on the KVM switch 2 Plug the power adapter into the power adapter port Setup and Installation Step 2 Console Connection 1 Connect the cables that came with the MiniView USB KVM switch to the KVM switch s CPU ports Setup and Installation Step 3 Cable Connection 1 Connect the other end of the cables that came with the MiniView USB KVM switch to your computer 2 Once complete turn the USB KVM switch on 3 Then turn on the power to the connected compu
15. ters Operation Operation Controlling the computers on your MiniView Il USB KVM GCS124U from a single console could not be easier The switch has three port selection methods providing you with instant access to your computers Manual Port Selection HotKey Port Selection Daisy Chain Port Selection Selecting the Active Port Each CPU portis assigned a numeric ID 1 4 You can directly access any computer connected to the KVM with a hotkey combination that specifies the ID of the CPU port Press and release each of the following keys in order until complete control Press the control key once 1 2 3 4 Enter the number of the port you wish to switch to ENTER Pressing enter completes the port selection process Forward Back mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually You can dwell on a particular post for as long or as little as you like as opposed to Auto Scan Mode which switches after a fixed interval To invoke Last Next Mode press the following keys 1 Press and release F1 twice to move Back through the USB KVM Ports 2 Press and release F4 twice to move FORWARD through the USB KVM Ports Operation Operation cont Once scanning begins it will continue until you press the spacebar or the round button on the front of the USB KVM The port last seen during the scan will become the active port NOTE While Auto Scan Mode is in effect
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