Black Box ServSwitch KV1400A User manual

BL A C K B OX®
Connect one or two servers or peripherals to a
ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch
CX with IP.
Work with USB, PS/2 with audio, USB with audio, Sun with audio,
dual USB, dual USB and audio, RS-232, DisplayPort, and mini DisplayPort
interfaces.
Server Access Modules (SAMs)
KV1400A KV1404A KV1407A
KV1401A KV1405A KV1408A
KV1402A KV1406A KV1409A
KV1403A
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Trademarks Used in this Manual
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Trademarks Used in this Manual
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Mac is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements
Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques
de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement
Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca
de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................................6
2. Overview ...........................................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Available Models ...........................................................................................................................................................7
2.3 What’s Included ............................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Hardware Description....................................................................................................................................................8
2. 4.1 K V14 00A ............................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.2 KV1401A ............................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.3 KV1402A............................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.4 KV1403A.......................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.5 KV1404A.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.6 KV1405A.......................................................................................................................................................... 12
2.4.7 KV1406A.......................................................................................................................................................... 13
2.4.8 KV1407A .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.4.9 KV1408A.......................................................................................................................................................... 15
2. 4.10 K V14 0 9A .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
3. Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Installation Steps.......................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Typical Applications ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2.1 KV0081A or KV0161A...................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2.2 KV0424A-R2 .................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2.3 KV1416A-R2..................................................................................................................................................... 18
4. Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.1 Contacting Black Box................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.2 Shipping and Packaging .............................................................................................................................................. 19

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Operating System — Linux®, Unix®, Mac®, Sun® , Windows® 32/64 bit
Interface — KV1400A: PS/2,
KV1401A: USB,
KV1402A: PS/2 with audio,
KV1403A: USB with audio,
KV1404A: Sun with audio,
KV1405A: dual USB,
KV1406A: dual USB and audio,
KV1407A: quad IP RS-232;
KV1408A: DisplayPort, USB and audio;
KV1409A: Mini DisplayPort, USB, and audio
Distance (Maximum) —
Between SAM and ServSwitch CX or CX Uno:
KV1400A–KV1404A: 164 ft. (50 m) with ServSwitch CX 4-User, 32 ft. (10 m) with ServSwitch CX Uno;
KV1405A, KV1406A: 32 ft. (9.8 m) over CATx cable, resolutions are higher at shorter distances;
KV1407A: 32 ft. (9.8 m) over CATx cable;
KV1408A–KV1409A: 164 ft. (50 m) with ServSwitch CX 4-User, 32 ft. (10 m) with ServSwitch CX Uno and CX Uno
with IP;
Between SAM and User Station: All: 328 ft. (100 m), 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz;
656 ft. (200 m), 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz;
984 ft. (300 m), 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
Resolutions — 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (328 ft. [100 m]), 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (656 ft. [200 m]), 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
(984 ft. [300 m])
Connectors — KV1400A: (1) RJ-45, (2) 6-pin mini DIN, (1) HD15 M;
KV1401A: (1) RJ-45, (1) USB Type A M, (1) HD15 M;
KV1402A: (1) RJ-45, (2) 6-pin mini DIN, (1) HD15 M, (1) 3.5-mm plug;
KV1403A: (1) RJ-45, (1) USB Type A M, (1) HD15 M, (1) 3.5-mm plug;
KV1404A: (1) RJ-45, (1) 8-pin mini DIN, (1) HD15 M, (1) 3.5-mm plug;
KV1405A: (2) RJ-45 F, (1) USB Type A M, (1) HD15 M;
KV1406A: (2) RJ-45 F, (1) USB Type A M for keyboard and mouse, (1) HD15 M, (2) 3.5-mm plug;
KV1407A: (1) RJ-45, (1) DB9 F;
KV1408A: (1) DisplayPort M, (1) USB Type A M; (1) 3.5-mm plug;
KV1409A: (1) Mini DisplayPort M, (1) USB Type A M, (1) 3.5-mm plug
Indicators — All: (1) Power LED on RJ-45 connector
Power — KV1401A, KV1403A, KV1405A, KV1406A, KV1408A–KV1409A: Input: USB; 500 mA @ 5 VDC;
KV1400A, KV1402A: Input: PS/2: 500 mA @ 5 VDC;
KV1404A: Input: Sun: 500 mA @ 5 VDC;
KV1407A: Input: DB9 interface-powered
Size — KV1400A–KV1404A: 1.1"H x 1.75"W x 3.25"D (2.8 x 4.5 x 8.3 cm);
KV1405A–KV1407A: 1.1"H x 1.9"W x 3.25"D (2.8 x 4.8 x 8.3 cm);
KV1408A–KV1409A: 3.25"H x 1.1"W x 1.9"D (8.9 x 2.8 x 4.8 cm)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The Server Access Modules (SAMs) (part numbers KV1400A–KV1409A) connect servers to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX
Uno, or ServSwitch CX with IP. Modules (part numbers KV1400A–KV1406A and KV1408A–KV1409A) are compatible with the
ServSwitch CX and ServSwitch CX Uno. Modules KV1408A–KV1409A also work with the ServSwitch CX with IP.
KV1407A module only works with the Quad IP CX Switch (KV4161A).
2.2 Available Models
Table 2-1. Available SAMs.
Product Code Module Name Application
KV1400A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, PS/2 Connects PS/2 servers to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch CX with IP.
KV1401A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, USB Connects USB servers to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch CX with IP.
KV1402A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, PS/2 with audio Connects PS/2 servers with audio to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch CX
wi th IP.
KV1403A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, USB with audio Connects USB servers with audio to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch CX
wi th IP.
KV1404A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, Sun with audio Connects Sun servers with audio to the ServSwitch CX, ServSwitch CX Uno, or ServSwitch CX
wi th IP.
KV1405A ServSwitch CX Dual CATx Server Access Module, USB Dual-access SAM enables you to share a single computer between two switches for redundancy.
KV1406A ServSwitch CX Dual CATx Server Access Module, USB and
audio Dual-access SAM enables you to share a single computer between two switches for redundancy.
KV1407A ServSwitch CX Quad IP CATx Server Access Module, Serial Use this SAM to gain RS-232 connectivity to target machines. This model supports ServSwitch
Quad IP CX (KV4161A) only.
KV1408A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, DisplayPort, USB,
and audio Connect the ServSwitch CX to DisplayPort targets with USB using this SAM.
KV1409A ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, Mini DisplayPort,
USB, and audio Connect the ServSwitch CX to Mini DisplayPort targets with USB using this SAM.

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2.3 What’s Included
Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 724-746-5500 or [e-mail].
• Server Access Module
2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 through 2-10 show the server access modules. Tables 2-2 through 2-10 describe their connectors.
2.4.1 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, PS/2 (KV1400A)
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-1. KV1400A.
Table 2-2. KV1400A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-1 Connector Description
1(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.
2(1) 6-pin mini DIN Connects to keyboard or mouse port on target computer.
3(1) HD15 M Connects to video out port on target computer.
4(1) 6-pin mini DIN Connects to keyboard or mouse port on target computer.

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2.4.2 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, USB (KV1401A)
1 2 3
Figure 2-2. KV1401A.
Table 2-3. KV1401A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-2 Connector Description
1(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.
2(1) USB Type A M Connects to USB port on target computer.
3(1) HD15 M Connects to video out port on target computer.
2.4.3 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, PS/2 with Audio (KV1402A)
1 2 3 4 5
Figure 2-3. KV1402A.

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Table 2-4. KV1402A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-3 Connector Description
1(1) HD15 Connects to video out on the target computer.
2(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to target computer’s audio out.
3(1) 6-pin mini DIN Connects to target computer’s keyboard/mouse PS/2 port.
4(1) 6-pin mini DIN Connects to target computer’s keyboard/mouse PS/2 port.
5(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.
2.4.4 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, USB with Audio (KV1403A)
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-4. KV1403A.
Table 2-5. KV1403A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-4 Connector Description
1(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.
2(1) HD15 M Connects to video out on the target computer.
3(1) USB Type A Connects to target computer’s USB port.
4(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to target computer’s audio out port.

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2.4.5 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, Sun with Audio (KV1404A)
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-5. KV1404A.
Table 2-6. KV1404A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-5 Connector Description
1(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.
2(1) 8-pin mini DIN Connects to target computer’s keyboard/mouse port.
3(1) HD15 M Connects to target computer’s video out port.
4(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to target computer’s audio out port.

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2.4.6 ServSwitch CX Dual CATx Server Access Module, USB (KV1405A)
1 2 3
Figure 2-6. KV1405A.
Table 2-7. KV1405A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-6 Connector Description
1(1) HD15 M Connects to video out on target computer.
2(1) USB Type A M Connects to USB port on target computer.
3(2) RJ-45 F Connect to ServSwitch CX or CX Uno units.

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2.4.7 ServSwitch CX Dual CATx Server Access Module, USB and Audio (KV1406A)
1 2 3 4 5
Figure 2-7. KV1406A.
Table 2-8. KV1406A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-7 Connector Description
1(2) RJ-45 Connect to ServSwitch CX or CX Uno.
2(1) DB9 F Connects to RS-232 serial port on target computer.
3(1) HD15 Connects to video out on target computer.
4(1) USB Type A Connects to keyboard/mouse port on the target computer.
5(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to video out on the target computer.

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2.4.8 ServSwitch CX Quad IP CATx Server Access Module, Serial (KV1407A)
1 2
Figure 2-8. KV1407A.
Table 2-9. KV1407A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-8 Connector Description
1(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX or CX Uno.
2(1) DB9 F Connects to DB9 serial port or RS-232 device.
NOTE: The KV1407A only works with the KV4161A and Quad IP User KVM Switch Module.

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2.4.9 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, DisplayPort, USB and Audio (KV1408A)
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-9. KV1408A.
Table 2-10. KV1408A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-9 Connector Description
1(1) DisplayPort M Connects to DisplayPort on target computer.
2(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to video out on the target computer.
3(1) USB Type A M Connects to USB port on the target computer.
4(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX and CX Uno.

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2.4.10 ServSwitch CX Server Access Module, Mini DisplayPort, USB and Audio (KV1409A)
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-10. KV1409A.
Table 2-11. KV1409A connectors.
Callout
Number in
Figure 2-10 Connector Description
1(1) Mini DisplayPort M Connects to Mini DisplayPort on target computer.
2(1) 3.5-mm plug Connects to audio out port on target computer.
3(1) USB Type A M Connects to USB port on target computer.
4(1) RJ-45 Connects to ServSwitch CX or CX Uno.

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Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
3.1 Installation Steps
1. Connect the ServSwitch CX or CX Uno to the RJ-45 port on the server access module (SAM).
2. Connect the remaining connectors to a compatible target computer.
3.2 Typical Applications
3.2.1 KV0081A or KV0161A
The SAMs work with the ServSwitch CX Uno, 8-Port (KV0081A), or ServSwitch CX Uno, 16-Port (KV0161A). They provide high-
end, multiplatform KVM switching over CATx with remote access. Place the remote console up to 984.3 feet (300 m) away. The
ServSwitch supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz (when used at distances less than 328 feet [100 m]), and reads DDC
EDID from the display to avoid plug-and-play issues.
KV0161A
328 ft.
(100 m)
or less
984 ft. (300 m) or less
Figure 3-1. Application diagram #1.
3.2.2 KV0424A-R2
The SAMs also work with the ServSwitch CX, (1) Local Console Port + (4) Users, (24) Servers (KV0424A-R2). Up to four users can
access and control 24 multiplatform servers via CATx cable. The switch can support up to 1920 x 1200 resolution and can switch
via on-screen menus. This ServSwitch is ideal for small and mid-size data centers.
KV1401A KV1401A
KV1401A
KV0424A-R2
KV0424A-R2KV0424A-R2
KV04AS-REM KV04AS-REM
Figure 3-2. Application diagram #2.

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3.2.3 KV1416A-R2
And, the SAMs work with the ServSwitch CX KVM Switch with IP, (1) Analog Console Port + (4) Users, (16)
Servers (KV1416A-R2). Run this multiplatform switch over CATx cable and access servers over the Internet. Connect one remote
user and up to three local users. IP support enables you to access servers remotely. This ServSwitch provides 1600 x 1200 remote
resolution with scalable windows.
KV1401A
KV1416A-R2
LAN
PCs
KV1401A
KV1401A
KV1401A
KV1401A
KV1401A
KV1401A
KV1401A PCs
CATx
CATx
CATx
CATx
CATx
CATx
CATx
CATx
IP user
Figure 3-3. Application diagram #3.
NOTE: Refer to the ServSwitch CX or CX Uno user manual for more information.

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Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Contacting Black Box
If you determine that your Server Access Module is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-
serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or [e-mail].
Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if
you have a complete description, including:
• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occurs.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem or make it worse.
4.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your Server Access Module:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container.
• If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact
Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.

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