OmniView® E Series KVM Switch User Manual F1DB102P2 F1DB104P2 F1DB102P2-B F1DB104P2-B
Table of Contents 1. Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 Package Contents ......................................................................1 2. Overview .......................................................................................... 2 Feature Overview ........................................................................2 Equipment Requirements ............................................................
Introduction This User Manual will provide details about your new E Series KVM Switch, from installation and operation to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem. Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView E Series KVM Switch. We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why Belkin is the number-one-selling brand in KVM switches worldwide.
Overview Feature Overview • Hot Keys Hot-key functionality allows you to select a desired port using designated key commands. Control up to four computers, depending on the KVM Switch model, using simple hot-key sequences on your keyboard. Full hot-key instructions and commands are listed in this manual, on page 13. • AutoScan The AutoScan feature allows you to automatically scan and monitor the activities of all connected computers, one by one.
Overview 1 Cables: 2 Connecting the E Series KVM Switch to a computer requires a Belkin KVM Cable Kit.
Overview System Requirements OS Platforms The E Series KVM Switch is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms: • Windows® NT®, 2000, XP, Server 2003, or VistaTM • Microsoft® DOS 5.x and above • Red Hat® Linux® 8.x and above • Novell® NetWare® 5.
Overview Unit Display Diagrams 1 Direct-Access Port Selector 2 PC Ports Console Monitor Port 3 4 ������� ���� ������� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� ���� 5 ���� Console Keyboard and Mouse Front/Rear View of the 2-Port E Series KVM Switch: ������� Port Selector 7 8 ���� Console Monitor Port ������� LED for Selected Port Identification ���� 6 ���� PC Ports ���� Console keyboard and mouse 5 section Front/Rear View of the 4-Port E Series KVM Switch:
Overview Specifications Part No.: F1DB102P2, F1DB104P2 Enclosure: High-impact plastic Power: By PS/2 computer keyboard port; optional 9V DC, 600mA power adapter, center-pin-positive polarity No. of Computers Supported: 2 and 4 respectively for 2- and 4-port models Monitors Supported: CRT and LCD (with VGA support) Max.
Installation Pre-Configuration 1 Where to Place the KVM Switch 2 Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: • whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors • the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse • the location of your computers in relation to your console • the lengths of the cables you use to connect your computers to the KVM Switch Cable-Distance Requirements: For PS/2 Computers: VGA signals transmit best up to 25 feet (
Installation Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse Connections Connecting the Console Step 1 Connect the monitor to the E Series KVM Switch. Using the cable that is attached to your monitor, connect it to the HDDB15 female port on the rear left side of the E Series KVM Switch labeled “Console”. (Refer to diagram below.) ������� ���� ���� ���� ���� Step 2 Connect the PS/2 keyboard to the PURPLE keyboard port on the front of the KVM Switch. (Refer to diagram below.
Installation Connecting Computers to the E Series KVM Switch 1 Step 1 2 Make sure your computer is powered off. Using the Belkin E Series Cable Kit for PS/2 (F1D9002x06), connect the VGA connector to the monitor port on your computer. (Refer to diagram below.) Step 3 Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors to the mouse and keyboard ports on the computer. (Refer to diagram below.
Installation Powering Up the Systems Verify that all computers connected to the E Series KVM Switch are powered on. If any connected computers have not been powered on, it is okay to do so at this time (computers can be powered on simultaneously). The E Series KVM Switch emulates both a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your computer to boot normally. Your E Series KVM Switch is ready to use. The computer connected to Port “1” will be displayed on the monitor.
Using your E Series KVM Switch Selecting a Computer Using the Selector Button 1 You can directly select a connected computer by pressing the selector button or by using a hot-key command. The LED will be lit next to the number to indicate which port is currently selected. It takes approximately 1–2 seconds for the video signal to refresh after switching computers. Re-synchronization of the mouse and keyboard signals also occurs.
Using your E Series KVM Switch Selecting a Computer Using Port-Selector Buttons You can directly select which computer you wish to control by pressing the direct-access port selector next to the corresponding port. The LED will illuminate to indicate the port is currently selected. LED LED Display The LED display on the front panel of the E Series KVM Switch serves as a status monitor. An LED illuminates to indicate that the console currently controls the corresponding computer.
Using your E Series KVM Switch Keyboard Hot-Key-Command Shortcut Reference 1 Below is a complete list of hot-key commands that can be used for your E Series KVM Switch: 2 Note: Each command needs to be preceded by “Scroll Lock”, “Scroll Lock”. Command Function Next active computer [1,2,3,4] Switch to port “x” (1, 2, 3, 4) A Activates AutoScan S Turn on/off beep sound Note: You will have approximately three seconds to complete each hot-key sequence.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: What operating systems does the E Series KVM Switch support? A: The E Series KVM Switch will support any operating system that runs on a PS/2 platform only. Operating systems include, but are not limited to, DOS; Windows 2000, NT, XP, Server 2003, Vista; and Linux. Q: Can I connect USB computers on the host side? A: No, the E Series KVM Switch will support PS/2 computers only.
Troubleshooting My computer does not boot up when connected to the KVM Switch, but works fine when I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to the computer. • Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected tightly between the KVM Switch and the computer. • Check that the keyboard and mouse cables are not crossed. • Check the cable connections. 1 I am getting ghosting, shadowing, or fuzzy images on my monitor. • Check that all video cables are inserted properly to the Cable Kit.
Troubleshooting The mouse is lost when I switch to a different port. • Check that the mouse you are using is connected properly to the console port of the KVM Switch. • Tighten any loose cable connections. • If you are using a mouse driver that was included with your mouse, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft mouse driver. • Make sure the mouse works when directly plugged into the computer. • If the computer is coming out of standby mode, allow up to one minute to regain mouse function.
Glossary The following definitions are used throughout this User Manual. 1 AutoScan: A mode of operation where the KVM Switch scans from one port to another, on an ongoing basis, as configured by the user. 2 Console: The all-in-one term for the keyboard, video monitor, and mouse connected to a KVM switch. 3 Console Port: Receptors for the console to connect to the KVM Switch.
Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the products: F1DB102P2, F1DB104P2 to which this declaration relates: Comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or system equipment modification or alteration. How to get service. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN.
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