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USER’S GUIDE kvm switch
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OSD Operation
Overview
The On-Screen Display (OSD) uses menu options to configure and control
various operations such as editing port names and performing operations
on multiple computers.
The OSD also provides security over the KVM. For example, the
administrator can assign access privileges to users, such as the right to
access or view certain computers connected to the KVM.
The OSD main menu displays a list of function key controls, connected
computers, and symbols that indicate the status of a computer. The OSD
includes a two-level password system: Administrator and User.
To activate the OSD main menu:
1. Press the pre-assigned hotkey,
SCROLL LOCK, twice to access the login
window.
2. Do either of the following:
• Enter a valid password in the password field, and press
ENTER.
• For a first-time OSD activation, or if the password has not been set,
leave the password field blank, and press
ENTER.
The OSD main menu appears in Administrator mode. Administrator mode
provides access to both Administrator and User functions and lets you set
up operations (including future password authorization).
Optionally, you can assign the control key as the main
menu hotkey. See OSD HOTKEY.