SV231UAF Instruction Manual VGA KVM Switch 2-Port VGA, USB KVM Switch Manual Revision:05/09/2011 For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.startech.
FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Introduction............................................................... 1 Packaging Contents............................................................. 1 System Requirements.......................................................... 1 Front View............................................................................. 2 Rear View............................................................................. 2 Installation..............................................................
Introduction The StarTech.com SV231UAF allows a single USB keyboard, mouse and monitor to be switched to access up to two computers. The device offers a compact design saving desk space, in addition to saving the cost of purchasing separate peripherals for each computer. The Picture-in-Picture function allows you to look at the other connected system while still working on the one in focus, while the data link feature lets you perform a simple drag and drop data transfer between the two computers.
Front View Rear View 2
Installation Hardware Installation 1. Connect a VGA display device to the VGA connector (output) on the front panel of the KVM switch. 2. Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse into the dedicated USB keyboard and mouse ports on the KVM switch. If using audio, also connect speakers/headphones with 3.5mm mini-jack plugs. 3. Using the included KVM cables, connect the black-colored VGA connector into the PC1 and PC2 connectors. If using audio, also connect the 3.
How to Use Hotkey Switching A Hotkey command is a short keyboard sequence for selecting a computer connected to the KVM switch. A hotkey sequence consists of two keystrokes (successively within 0.2 seconds). A built-in tone generator creates a high-pitched beep for a correct hotkey command.
Software Notes • File transfers and text copy/paste operations through the KMDS software, should only be performed if both computer operating systems are set to the same language version. • File transfers are only supported to the Windows Desktop. Identical file names on the desktop will be automatically overwritten without notification. Caution is recommended when transferring files. • Picture in Picture mode (PIP) is not suitable for watching multimedia files.
Problem: Any of the following symptoms are found: • Switching is slow or unresponsive • Mouse or keyboard is slow or unresponsive • File transfers are slow or unresponsive • Picture in Picture window only shows grey box Solutions: The KVM switch needs to be reset. Method 1: 1. Switch to PC1 and close/exit the KMDS software. 2. Switch to PC2 and close/exit the KMDS software. 3. Disconnect all of the cables from the KVM switch to PC2. 4. Disconnect all of the cables from the KVM switch to PC1. 5.
Specifications Number of Ports 2 Computer Connectors (per port) 1 x DE-15 VGA male 1 x USB type A male 1 x 3.5mm Audio mini-jack male (via included KVM cable) Console Connectors (per port) 1 x DE-15 VGA female 2 x USB type A female 1 x 3.
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