ATEN CS1182 User manual

USB DVI Secure KVM Switch
CS1182 / CS1184
User Manual
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FCC, CE Information
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement: This equipment
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy. 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
which the receiver is connected;
Consult the dealer/an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
SJ/T 11364-2006
The following contains information that relates to China.

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User Information
Online Registration
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User Notice
All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual
are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any
warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of
the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is.
Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and
not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all
necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation
of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior
to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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Package Contents
The CS1182 / CS1184 package consists of:
1 CS1182 / CS1184 USB DVI Secure KVM Switch
1PowerCord
1 User Instructions*
Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order.
If anything is missing, or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the switch or to any other
devices on the CS1182 / CS1184 installation.
*Features may have been added to the CS1182 / CS1184 since this manual
was published. Please visit our website to download the most up to date
version of the manual.
© Copyright 2011–2014 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Part No. PAPE-0341-AT1G
F/W Version: 1.0.064
Manual Date: 2014-02-27
ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Contents
FCC, CE Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Stacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chapter 3.
Operation
Powering On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Manual Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Port ID Numbering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chassis Intrusion Detection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
CAC Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Consignes de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Général . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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About This Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS1182 /
CS1184 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and
operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided
below.
Overview
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS1182 / CS1184 System.
Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Preparative Procedure, provides step-by-step
instructions for setting up your installation.
Chapter 3, Operation, explains the concepts involved in operating the
CS1182 / CS1184.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CS1182 / CS1184.

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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Product Information
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect
without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized
Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means
to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear
together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them:
[Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
♦Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential
steps.
→Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for
example), that comes next. For example, Start →Run means
to open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The CS1182 / CS1184 is NIAP-certified and passed the Evaluation Assurance
Level 2 (EAL2+) requirements for Peripheral Sharing Switch (PSS) for Human
Interface Devices (HIDs) Protection Profile v2.1, satisfying the latest security
requisites set by the U.S. Department of Defense for peripheral switches.
Compliance ensures maximum information security while sharing a single set
of HIDs (keyboards, mouse, speakers, etc.) between multiple computers.
Conformity with Protection Profile v2.1 certifies that other USB peripherals
cannot be connected to the console ports of the CS1182 / CS1184, and that only
a keyboard and mouse are accommodated, therefore providing high-level
security, protection and safekeeping of data.
Hardware security includes tamper-evident tape, chassis intrusion detection,
and tamper-proof hardware, while software security includes restricted USB
connectivity – non HIDs (Human Interface Devices) are ignored when
switching – an isolated channel per port that makes it impossible for data to be
transferred between secure and unsecure computers, and automatic clearing of
the keyboard and mouse buffer.
By combining physical security with controlled USB connectivity, the CS1182
/ CS1184 gives you the means to consolidate multiple workstations of various
security classification levels with one keyboard, monitor and mouse (KVM)
console.
Note: 1. The National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) is a United
States government initiative to meet the security testing needs of IT
consumers and manufacturers. It is operated by the National Security
Agency (NSA) and the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST).
2. The CS1182 / CS1184 additionally satisfies Evaluation Assurance
Level 2 (EAL2+) requirements for Peripheral Sharing Switch (PSS)
for Human Interface Devices Protection Profile v2.1.

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Features
2/4-port USB DVI Dual-Link Secure KVM Switch
Port selection via Pushbutton only (OSD, hotkey methods are not allowed)
to enhance security
One USB console controls 2/4 secure computers
NIAP-certified – validated to EAL2+ security requirements
Restricted USB connectivity – non HIDs (Human Interface Devices) are
ignored when switching
Isolated channel per port – makes it impossible for data to be transferred
between computers
Tamper-evident tape – provides a visual indication of any attempt to gain
access to the switch’s internal components
Chassis intrusion detection – if the cover is removed from the switch, the
unit becomes inoperable and the LEDs flash
Tamper-proof hardware – all integrated circuits are soldered directly to the
circuit board to prevent tampering with the components
Non-reprogrammable ROM – prevents tampering and attempts to
reprogram the switch’s firmware
Clears keyboard buffer – keyboard data is automatically cleared after
transmission to the switch
Video DynaSync – stores the console monitor’s EDID (Extended Display
Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
Multiplatform support – Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, Sun
Superior video quality – 2560x1600 (DVI Dual Link), 1920x1200 (DVI
Single Link) and 2048x1536 (DVI-A)
Rugged metal enclosure
Built-in internal power
Speaker and microphone support

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Requirements
Console
DVI monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on
any computer in the installation
USB mouse
USB keyboard
Microphone and speaker
Computers
A DVI card
USB Type A ports keyboard and mouse ports
Cables
The DVI-D KVM cable sets which are specifically designed to work with this
switch are not supplied in the package and require a separate purchase.

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Operating Systems
Suggested operating systems are shown in the table, below:
Note: Supports Linux Kernel 2.6 and higher.
OS Version
Windows 2000, 2003, 2008, XP, Vista
Linux RedHat 9.0 and higher, Fedora Core 4 and higher
SuSE 10 and higher
Debian 3.1, 4.0
Ubuntu 7.04, 7.10
UNIX AIX 4.3 and higher
FreeBSD 5.5 and higher
Sun Solaris 8 and higher
Novell Netware 5.0 and higher
Mac OS 9 and higher
DOS 6.2 and higher

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Components
Front View
Rear View
Note: The CS1184 has been used in these illustrations. The front and rear
panels of the CS1182 and the CS1184 are the same, except the CS1182
has two ports/port selection pushbuttons and the CS1184 has four.
1
2
345
1110
9
6
7
812

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No. Component Description
1 Port Selection
Pushbuttons
Pressing a Port Selection Pushbutton brings the focus
to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection
Pushbuttons.
Online – Lights green to indicate that the computer
attached to its corresponding port is up and running.
Note: The green light for a given port is lit for as long
as there is a powered on USB connection between the
KVM switch and computer.
Selected – Lights orange to indicate that the computer
attached to its corresponding port has the KVM.
Note: The Selected LEDs will flash constantly when a
chassis intrusion is detected. See Chassis Intrusion
Detection, page 12 for further details.
3 Reset Button Press this to reset the CS1182 / CS1184 to the default
settings.
4 Audio Ports The cables from your main speakers and main
microphone plug in here. The speakers and
microphone plugged in here have priority over those in
the rear panel.
5 Power LED Lights blue to indicate that the CS1182 / CS1184 is
powered on.
6 USB Console Ports Your USB keyboard and mouse plug into these ports.
7 Audio Ports The cables from your main speakers and main
microphone plug in here. The speakers and
microphone plugged in here have priority over those in
the rear panel.
8 Console Monitor Port The cable from your console monitor plugs in here.
9 KVM Port Section The custom KVM cables that attach to your computers
plug in here.
10 Power Switch The power adapter cable plugs in here.
11 Power Socket This is a standard rocker switch that powers the
CS1182 / CS1184 on and off.
12 Grounding Screw See Grounding, page 8 for further details.

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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Before You Begin
Stacking
The CS1182 / CS1184 features a rugged, metal enclosure which provides
stability and allows the unit to stacked on the desktop.The unit can be placed
on any level surface that can safely support its weight and the weight of the
attached cables. Its enclosure is also strong and stable enough to support a
monitor or other desktop item. Ensure that the surface is clean and free of
materials that can block the exhaust vents or otherwise interfere with normal
operation of the KVM switch.
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this
device is provided on page 13. Please review it before proceeding.
2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the
installation are turned off. You must unplug the power cords of
any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
3. A computer connected to the KVM switch should only be
powered on after all of the connections to the device are made
(DVI, USB and audio).

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Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
Use a grounding wire to ground the CS1182 / CS1184 by connecting one end
of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable
grounded object.

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Cable Connection
To set up your CS1182 / CS1184 installation, refer to the installation diagram
on the following page (the numbers in the diagrams correspond to the steps,
below), and do the following:
1. Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB console ports
located on the unit’s rear panel.
2. Plug your console monitor into the DVI console port located in the unit’s
rear panel and power on the monitor.
3. Plug your microphone and speakers into the console microphone and
speaker jacks located on the unit’s front or rear panel. The microphone and
speakers plugged into the front panel have priority over those in the rear
panel.
4. Using a KVM cable set (not supplied in the package and should be
purchased separately), plug the DVI connector into any available DVI
socket in the KVM port section of the switch, then plug the accompanying
USB, microphone and speaker connectors into their corresponding USB,
microphone, and speaker sockets.
Note: Verify that all the plugs are in the same KVM Port sockets (all in
Port 1, all in Port 2, etc.). Each socket is marked with an appropriate
icon.
5. At the other end of the cable, plug the USB, video, microphone, and
speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer.
6. Check that the USB seal is still attached to the CAC reader port to prevent
unintended usage.
7. Plug the female end of the power cord into the CS1182 / CS1184's power
socket; plug the male end into an AC power source.
8. Turn on the product and check that the LEDs light up for 1 second.

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Installation Diagram
1
37
2
6
Rear View
Front View
USB DVI
KVM Cable Set
4
5
USB DVI
KVM Cable Set
8

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Chapter 3
Operation
Powering On
When you power on your computers, the CS1182 / CS1184 emulates both a
mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your computers to boot normally.
When you power on the CS1182 / CS1184, the default selected port at switch
power on is the lowest port with a computer connected. The selected computer
will be displayed on the console monitor.
Note: The default connection is determined by the lowest numbered DVI
connection that is powered on.
Manual Switching
For increased security, the CS1182 / CS1184 offers manual port-switching
only. This is achieved by pressing the port selection pushbuttons located on the
unit’s front panel.
Press and release a port selection pushbutton to bring the KVM focus to the
computer attached to its corresponding port (see Port ID Numbering, below).
The Selected LED lights orange to indicate that the computer attached to its
corresponding port has the KVM.
Port ID Numbering
Each KVM port on the CS1182 / CS1184 is assigned a port number (1–2 for
the CS1182; 1–4 for the CS1184). The port numbers are marked on the rear of
the switch. See Rear View, page 5. The port ID of a computer is derived from
the KVM port number it is connected to.
LED Display
In addition to the Power LED, the CS1182 / CS1184 has port LEDs (Online
and Selected) that are built into the port selection pushbuttons to indicate port
operating status, as shown in the table below:

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Chassis Intrusion Detection
To help prevent malicious tampering with the CS1182 / CS1184, the switch
becomes inoperable and the Selected LEDs flash constantly when a chassis
intrusion, such as the cover being removed, is detected.
CAC Reader
The usage of the CAC Reader port is not covered in this evaluation. Make sure
the USB seal is in place to maintain the integrity of this device.
LED Indication
Power Lights blue to indicate that the CS1182 / CS1184 is
powered on
Online Lights green to indicate that the computer attached to its
corresponding port is up and running.
Note: The green light for a given port is lit for as long as
there is a powered on USB connection between the KVM
switch and computer.
Selected Lights orange to indicate that the computer attached to
its corresponding port has the KVM.