StarTech.com SV221MICRO User manual

PS/2 KVM Switch

SV221MICRO Instruction Manual

Actual product may vary from photo

2 Port PS/2 KVM Switch with Integrated Cables

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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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other

protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to

StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and

do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an

endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in

question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this

document, StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered

trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this

manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Using the KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Instruction Manual

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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com personal 2 port PS/2 micro KVM switch. This

KVM has a small footprint with integrated cables that won’t clutter your workspace. You

can use keyboard hotkeys to switch computers, or use the Auto Scan feature to monitor

two computers automatically.

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• Hotkey switching avoids having to reach for buttons

• Integrated cable design prevents clutter and avoids hassles

• Auto Scan feature provides automatic monitoring capability

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System Requirements

• One set of PS/2 console peripherals (keyboard, mouse) and a VGA monitor

• Computers must have PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports

Contents

This package should contain:

• 1 x KVM Switch

• 1 x User Manual

Instruction Manual

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Please read this section thoroughly before installing the KVM switch.

Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch

1. Remove any existing keyboards, mice, and monitors from the computers

that you wish to use with the KVM switch.

2. Connect a PS/2 keyboard to the console port on the side of the KVM switch, marked

with a purple connector (see above).

3. Connect a PS/2 mouse to the console port on the side of the KVM switch, marked

with a green connector (see above).

4. Connect a monitor to the console port on the front of the KVM switch.

5. Connect the integrated cable for computer 1 (see above) to the keyboard, mouse and

video connectors on the computer. If you need assistance in identifying any ports,

please consult the documentation for your computer.

6. Connect the integrated cable for computer 2 (see above) to the keyboard, mouse and

video connectors on the computer. If you need assistance in identifying any ports,

please consult the documentation for your computer.

7. Power on computer 1 and computer 2. You can now use the KVM switch.

Instruction Manual

Monitor In

Console PS/2

Keyboard & Mouse

Connection to

Computer 1

Connection to

Computer 2

Using the KVM Switch

Once you have completed the installation process, you can use the following methods to

view computers connected to the KVM switch:

Hotkey: The command [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] followed by the computer

number (1 or 2) to switch between computers. Scroll Lock must be pressed twice

within 3 seconds to activate the hotkey feature. If you do not wish to switch between

computers, the KVM will cancel the command after 5 seconds.

Computer 1: [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] -[1]

Computer 2: [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] -[2]

Auto Scan: This feature automatically switches between the two connected

computers at 5 second intervals for monitoring purposes. To enter Auto Scan mode,

use the following hotkey sequence:

[Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] -[S]

To cancel Auto Scan, press any key on the keyboard. The KVM will leave the

computer being viewed as the active port.

Instruction Manual

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StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide

industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit

www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,

documentation, and downloads.

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This product is backed by a three-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its

products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following

the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or

replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and

labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages

arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the

actual price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement

may not apply to you.

Instruction Manual

Revised: 2 December 2005 (Rev. A)

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StarTech.com is “The Professionals’ Source for Hard-to-Find Computer

Parts”. Since 1985, we have been providing IT professionals with the

quality products they need to complete their solutions. We offer an

unmatched selection of computer parts, cables, server management

solutions and A/V products and serve a worldwide market through our

locations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan.

Visit www.startech.com for complete information about all our products

and to access exclusive interactive tools such as the Parts Finder and the

KVM Reference Guide. StarTech.com makes it easy to complete almost

any IT solution. Find out for yourself why our products lead the industry in

performance, support, and value.

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