E Series User Manual OmniView TM F1DB102P F1DB104P F1DB102P-B Table of Contents Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Belkin OmniView KVM switch. Our diverse line of quality KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment to delivering quality and durability at an affordable price. Engineered to give you control over multiple computers/servers from one console, Belkin KVM switches come in a variety of capacities suitable for all configurations, large or small. This compact, affordable Belkin OmniView KVM switch is backed by a Belkin Two-Year Warranty and free technical support. This manual will provide details about your new OmniView E Series KVM Switch, from installation and operation, to troubleshooting--in the unlikely event of a problem. For easy installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included with your switch. 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 over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are being used in server rooms and test labs worldwide. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . Feature Overview . . . . . Equipment Requirements Operating System . . . . . Unit Display Diagrams . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 3 4 5 7 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pre-Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Step-by-Step Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Powering up the Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using your E Series KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting a Computer Using Front-Panel Selector Buttons . Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands AutoScan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belkin KVM Switches and Accessories . . OmniView KVM Switches . . . . . . . . OmniView KVM Cables . . . . . . . . . . OmniView Accessories and Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 11 12 13 14 14 16 17 Contents of Package: · · · · OmniView E Series KVM Switch User's Manual Quick Installation Guide 2 KVM Cable Kits (F1DB102P-B Only) FAQ E Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 1 OVERVIEW OVERVIEW The Belkin OmniView E Series KVM Switch allows you to control up to four computers, depending on the model, with one keyboard, monitor, and mouse. OmniView E Series KVM Switches support PS/2 input devices (keyboard and mouse); VGA, SVGA, XGA, and XGA-II video; and PS/2 output computers. With the use of an OmniView PS/2 MAC Adapter or OmniView PS/2 SUN Adapter, the OmniView E Series can also be used to conrol Mac and Sun® computers. OVERVIEW Equipment Requirements Cables: For each PS/2 computer to be connected to the OmniView E Series KVM Switch, one VGA cable, one PS/2 keyboard cable, and one PS/2 mouse cable is necessary. Keyboard and mouse cables must have PS/2 male to PS/2 male connectors. To support resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz, use of a 75-Ohm coaxial VGA cable is required to preserve signal integrity. Cables must have HDDB15 female to HDDB15 male connectors. The Belkin OmniView All-In-One Cable Kits offer the highest quality possible to ensure that your data is optimally transmitted. All-In-One Cable Kits are molded together for clean and organized setup, and include PC99 color for easier identification and connection. Doubleshielded, strain-relief, ferrite-bead, PRO Series Plus cable kits include an industry-standard, 14-pin coaxial VGA cable and nickel-plated connectors for high-resolution applications. The Gold Series Cable Kits have a custom 15-pin coaxial VGA cable and gold-plated connectors for superior clarity and connectivity for maximum resolution. The following cable kits are recommended for your OmniView E Series KVM Switch: F3X1105-XX (PS/2 Style) F3X1835-XX-GLD (PS/2 Style) (-XX designates the length in feet) Feature Overview Hot Keys: Hot keys allow you to select ports using designated key commands. Control up to four computers, depending on the model, using a simple hot key sequence on your keyboard. Full hot key instructions for usage and commands are located in this manual, on page 12. AutoScan: The AutoScan feature allows you to automatically scan and monitor the activities of all operating computers connected to your OmniView E Series KVM Switch one by one. Usage instructions for AutoScan are located in this manual, on page 13. Video Resolution: With a 400MHz video bandwidth, the OmniView E Series KVM Switch is able to support video resolutions of up to 2048x1536@85Hz. To preserve signal integrity at high resolutions, 75-Ohm coaxial VGA cabling is required. Front-Panel Push Button: Push buttons conveniently located on the face of the OmniView E Series KVM Switch allow for simple, manual port selection. LED Display: LEDs are added to the front of the OmniView E Series KVM Switch for easy status monitoring. A lit LED indicates which computer the console has control of. When using the front-panel push button, the LED will light next to the corresponding active port. 2 3 OVERVIEW Operating Systems OmniView E Series KVM Switches are for use on PS/2-based computers. Platforms: · Windows® 3.x/95/98/2000/Me/NT®/XP · DOS · Linux® · Novell® NetWare® 4.x/5.x Keyboards: · Supports 101-102-104-key keyboards Mice: · Microsoft® compatible PS/2 mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons · Microsoft compatible DB9 serial mice (with use of adapter) Monitor: · VGA · SVGA · MultiSync® Optional Power Supply: An optional 9V 600mA power supply is available. Visit belkin.com for ordering information. OVERVIEW Unit Display Diagrams with Explanation The Front of the OmniView E Series KVM Switch: Port status indicator LEDs 4-Port Manual port selection button DC power jack Reset button Console PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports 2-Port 4 5 OVERVIEW The Rear of the OmniView E Series KVM Switch: Computer VGA ports OVERVIEW Specifications Part No.: F1DB102P, F1DB104P Power: By PS/2 keyboard port or optional 9V DC, 600mA AC adapter with center pin positive polarity PCs Supported: 2 (F1DB102P), 4 (F1DB104P) Keyboard Emulation: PS/2 Mouse Emulation: PS/2 Monitor Supported: VGA and SVGA MultiSync, LCD (with use of adapter cable) Max Resolution: 2048X1536@85Hz Keyboard Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) Mouse Input: 6-pin miniDIN (PS/2) VGA Port: 15-pin HDDB-type LED Indicators: 2 (F1DS102P), 4 (F1DS104P) Enclosure: Plastic Dimensions: F1DS102P (H)1.125 x (W)7.0 x (D)3.75 inches/(H)2.9 x (W)17.8 x (D)9.6 centimeters F1DS104P (H)2.0 x (W)7.0 x (D)3.75 inches/(H)5.1 x (W)17.8 x (D)9.6 centimeters Weight: F1DS102P 9 oz. (0.26kg.) F1DS104P 12 oz. (0.34kg.) Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing Warranty: 2 years Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice 4-Port Console VGA ports Computer PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports Console VGA ports 2-Port 2nd computer VGA port 1st computer VGA port 2nd computer PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports 6 1st computer PS/2 mouse/keyboard ports 7 INSTALLATION Pre-Configuration Where to Place the KVM Switch: The OmniView E Series KVM Switch is designed to sit on the desktop. Where you place the KVM Switch will be based on the location of your CPUs and the length of your cables. Cable Distance Requirements: For PS/2 computers: VGA signals are best retained when transmitted up to 25 feet (7.5m). Beyond 25 feet (7.5m), probability of video degradation increases with an increase in distance. For this reason, your PS/2 computer should be placed within 25 feet (7.5m) of the KVM Switch. Note: If your computer needs to be more than 25 feet (7.5m) from the KVM switch, you can use the Belkin CAT5 Extender to extend your PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, and monitor up to 500 feet (152.4m) away using standard CAT5 UTP cable. Cautions and Warnings: Avoid having cables near fluorescent lights, air conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners). INSTALLATION Step-by-Step Installation Guide This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single E Series KVM Switch. (F1DB102P or F1DB104P) Important Note: Before attempting to connect anything to the E Series KVM Switch or to any computer, make sure that everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables while computers are powered on can cause irreversible damage to your computers and/or KVM switch. Belkin Components will not be responsible for damage caused by these actions. Keyboard, Video, and Mouse Connections for E Series KVM F1DB102P, F1DB104P CONNECT THE CONSOLE: 1. Connect the monitor to the E Series KVM Switch. Using the cable that is included with your monitor, connect it to the HDDB15 female port on the top of the E Series KVM Switch with the monitor symbol on the console. Connect a PS/2 keyboard to the PURPLE port on the CONSOLE. 2-Port 4-Port 2. 4-Port 3. Connect a PS/2-type mouse to the GREEN port on the CONSOLE. 2-Port 8 9 INSTALLATION CONNECT THE COMPUTER: 4. Connect the first computer's VGA cable to the E Series KVM Switch. Using the VGA cable (Belkin Part# F3X1105-XX, F3X1835XX, or F2N209-XX), 2-Port connect the male end of the cable to the VGA port on the computer, 4-Port and the female end to the VGA port on the rear of the E Series KVM Switch labeled CPU1. Connect the first computer's PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse cable to the appropriate ports on the section labeled CPU1. (Belkin Part# F3X1105-XX, F3X1835-XX, or F2N036-XX). USING YOUR E SERIES KVM SWITCH Powering up the Systems Once all cables have been connected, power up the CPUs that are attached to the E Series KVM Switch. All computers can be powered on simultaneously. The E Series KVM Switch emulates a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your computer to boot normally. Your Belkin E Series KVM Switch should now be ready for use. You can select which computer to operate by either the push-button Selector Button located on the top panel of the E Series KVM Switch or through keyboard hot key commands. Note that it will take 1 to 2 seconds for the video to display after switching. This is due to the refresh of the video signal. There is also resynchronization of the mouse and keyboard signal that takes place. This is normal operation and ensures that proper synchronization is established. 5. Selecting a Computer Using Front-Panel Selector Buttons 4-Port 4-Port 2-Port 2-Port 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional computer you wish to connect. You can directly select a connected computer by pressing the Selector Button on the switch. The LED will be lit above the number to indicate which port is currently selected. 10 11 USING YOUR E SERIES KVM SWITCH Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot Key Commands You can conveniently change ports with the switch through a keyboard command sequence by using the [SCROLL LOCK] key and [UP], [DOWN] arrow keys. To send commands to the E Series KVM Switch, press the [SCROLL LOCK] key twice within two seconds. You will hear a beep for confirmation. Then you can press the [UP], [DOWN] arrow keys to switch between ports. You can switch directly to any port by entering the E Series KVM Switch port number you wish to use. For example, if you press [SCROLL LOCK], [SCROLL LOCK], [2], the computer on port 2 will be selected. [SCROLL LOCK], [SCROLL LOCK] Switch to next active port, [UP] arrow USING YOUR E SERIES KVM SWITCH AutoScan Mode In AutoScan mode, the E Series KVM Switch remains on one port for 10 seconds before switching to the next. This time interval cannot be changed. To enable AutoScan mode press [SCROLL LOCK], [SCROLL LOCK], [0], [0] Note: There is no mouse or keyboard control in this mode. This is necessary to prevent errors. Otherwise, if the user is moving the mouse or using the keyboard when the KVM switches to the next port, communication between the computer and KVM could be interrupted and cause erratic mouse movement, or wrong characters to display when using the keyboard. To disable AutoScan mode, press the space bar. Switch to previous active port, [DOWN] arrow Switch to Port 2 [2], #2 key Switch to Port 4 [4], #4 key 12 13 BELKIN KVM SWIT ...