Black Box KV9508A User manual

BL A C K B O X®
Control up to 8 computers from
a single IBM®console (USB keyboard,
USB mouse, and DVI monitor).
Works with Microsoft®lntelli-Mouse®and other mice.
8-Port ServSwitch EC Series USB/DVI KVM Switch
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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 J 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
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
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,
erca 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
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.

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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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Trademarks Used in this Manual
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.

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Table of Contents
Chapter Page
1. Specifications.................................................7
2. Overview ...................................................8
2.1 Introduction ..............................................8
2.2 Components..............................................8
2.2.1 Front Panel...........................................8
2.2.2 Rear Panel ...........................................9
2.3 What’s Included ..........................................10
2.4 Cables That You’ll Need to Supply ............................10
3. Installation..................................................11
3.1 ServSwitch Placement ......................................11
3.2 Hardware Installation ......................................11
3.2.1 Connecting the Console Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor.......11
3.2.2 Connecting the Computers .............................12
4. Operation ..................................................13
4.1 Powering On the System....................................13
4.2 Selecting Computers Using Front-Panel Buttons ..................13
4.3 Selecting Computers Using Keyboard Hotkey Commands...........13
Appendix. Troubleshooting .........................................16
A.1 Calling Black Box .........................................16
A.2 Shipping and Packaging ....................................16

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Hotkeys: Yes
Resolution: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Supported Operating Systems: Windows®98 SE/Me/2000/XP, Windows 7,
Windows Vista™, Linux®, Mac®OSX, Solaris®
User Controls: (8) port buttons (labeled 1–8) also used for Scan time buttons and
AutoScan
Connectors: (1) Power;
Console end: (1) DVI-I, (2) USB Type A;
Computer end: (8) DVI-I, (8) USB Type B
Indicators: (16) LEDs: (8) Port Selection, (8) Computer Ready
Temperature Tolerance: Operating: 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C);
Storage: -4 to +140°F (-20 to +60°C)
Power: 9–12-VDC power supply (included)
Size: 1.75"H x 17.25"W x 7"D (4.45 x 43.81 x 17.78 cm)
Weight: 5 lb. (2.3 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The 8-Port ServSwitch USB/DVI KVM Switch allows you to control up to eight
computers from a single IBM®console (USB keyboard, USB mouse, and DVI [Digital
Visual Interface] monitor). Supported mice include Microsoft®IntelliMouse®and other
basic mice.
Setup is fast and simple, and there’s no software to configure. Use front-panel
buttons on the ServSwitch or hotkeys to select ports or start AutoScan. The front-
panel LEDs will light with the corresponding active port when switching between the
computers. The AutoScan function allows you to automatically scan and monitor all
computers, one by one, that are connected to the ServSwitch.
2.2 Components
2.2.1 Front Panel
Figure 2-1 shows the 8-Port ServSwitch front view. Table 2-1 describes the
components numbered in the illustration.
12
34343434343434345
Figure 2-1. The 8-Port ServSwitch front-panel view.
Table 2-1. Front-panel components.
Number Component Description
1 Scan time buttons Press buttons 1 and 2 together to
change the Scan time interval. The unit
beeps 1, 2, 3, or 4 times for scan time
of 3, 8, 15, or 30 seconds, respectively.
2 Autoscan buttons Press buttons 7 and 8 together to start
Autoscan
3 Port LEDs LEDs light when the connected
computer is selected.

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Table 2-1 (continued). Front-panel components.
Number Component Description
4 Port selection buttons Press buttons 1–8 individually to select
a computer.
5 Power LED Lights when power is on.
2.2.2 Rear Panel
Figure 2-2 shows the 8-Port ServSwitch rear view. Table 2-2 describes the
components numbered in the illustration.
67
89 10
Figure 2-2. The 8-Port ServSwitch back-panel view.
Table 2-2. Rear-panel components.
Number Component Description
6 Barrel connector Connects to a 9–12-VDC, 2-A power
supply (min.)
7 Computer’s DVI ports Connect to the computers’ monitors.
8 Console DVI port Plugs into the console’s monitor.
9 (2) console USB Type A Plugs into the console’s keyboard
ports mouse
10 Computer USB Type B Keyboard/mouse connections
ports for computers

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2.3 What’s Included
The package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged,
please contact Black Box.
• 8-PortServSwitchECSeriesUSB/DVIKVMSwitch
• (1)universalpowersupply,output:9–12VDC
• Thisuser’smanual
• Rackmountkit
2.4 Cables That You’ll Need to Supply
• 8-PortServSwitchECSeriesUSB/DVIKVMSwitchCable(EHN900024U-0006,
-0009, -0015): These cables connect to PCs that have USB and DVI connectors.
The cables are available in 6-, 9-, and 15-foot (1.8-, 2.8-, and 4.7-m) versions.

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Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
3.1 ServSwitch Placement
The 8-Port ServSwitch EC Series USB/DVI KVM Switch can be rackmounted or placed
on a desktop. Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM switch:
• Howlongarethecablesattachedtoyourkeyboard,mouse,andmonitor?
• Howfarawayarethecomputersfromtheconsole?
• HowlongarethecablesyouusetoconnectyourcomputerstotheServSwitch?
CAUTION
Do not place cables near machines that create electrical noise such as
fluorescent lighting, air conditioning equipment, etc.
3.2 Hardware Installation
This section provides instructions for the basic hardware setup of a single ServSwitch.
CAUTION
Before you begin, make sure that power to all the devices that you will
be connecting is turned off.
To prevent damage caused by ground potential differences, make sure
that all devices are properly grounded. If you don’t follow these
instructions, your computers and/or the ServSwitch could be damaged.
3.2.1 Connecting the Console Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor
1. Power off all computers.
2. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse directly to the USB keyboard and
mouse ports (labeled with keyboard and mouse symbols) on the back of the
ServSwitch as shown in Figure 3-1. Attach your DVI cable from your monitor
directly to the DVI port.

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Monitor
Keyboard
Mouse
8-Port EC Series USB/DVI KVM Switch
(KV9508A)
Figure 3-1. Console keyboard, mouse, and monitor connection.
NOTES
The monitor connected to the DVI-I port must be capable of
synchronizing with the computer’s video signal. If you are uncertain
about the monitor type, consult the monitor user’s manual.
3.2.2 Connecting the Computers
Using the all-in-one DVI cable (EHN900024U-0006 or -0010), connect a computer to
the ServSwitch. Connect the cable’s USB connectors to the computer’s USB port.
Connect the cable’s DVI-I connector to your computer’s DVI-I monitor port as shown
in Figure 3-2. Connect the USB and DVI-I connectors on the other end of the cable to
the ServSwitch. Follow the same procedure to connect the other computers.
Computer
USB keyboard/
mouse port
DVI video
card
USB port DVI port
8-Port EC Series USB/DVI KVM Switch
(KV9508A)
Figure 3-2. Computer connection.

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Chapter 4: Operation
4. Operation
4.1 Powering On the System
Once all cables have been connected and all computers have been powered on,
the ServSwitch emulates mouse and keyboard signals on each port, allowing your
computer to boot normally. The ServSwitch is now ready for use.
4.2 Selecting Computers Using Front-Panel Buttons
You can instantly select any computer by pressing the port selector buttons on the
front panel. The corresponding LED will light when the port is selected.
4.3 Selecting Computers Using Keyboard Hotkey Commands
A hotkey command is a short keyboard sequence used to selete a computer, to
activate a computer scan, etc. The KVM interprets keystrokes as hotkeys. A hotkey
sequence starts with two Left-Ctrl keystrokes followed by one or two more
keystrokes.
A built-in buzzer generates a high-pitched beep for a correct hotkey sequence. A
buzzer generates a low-pitched beep to indicate an error; the bad key sequence
will not be forwarded to the selected computer.
L-Ctrl is the Ctrl key located at the left side of the keyboard.
1–8 are the number keys 1–8 at the upper row of the keyboard.
NOTE: Do not use the keypad at the right of the keyboard for hotkeys.
To select a computer by hotkey command, you must know its port number, which
is determined by the KVM switch connection.
Each computer is assigned a numeric ID. To directly switch the KVM control to any
computer via a simple keyboard command sequence, do the following:
1. To invoke the hotkey mode, press the Left-Ctrl key twice within two seconds.
The switch will beep to indicate that it’s in hotkey mode.
2. Enter your desired switch port number (1–8). For example, if you press Left-Ctrl
Left-Ctrl 2, you’ll select the computer on Port 2.
Or, do the following:
1. To invoke the hotkey mode, press the <Left-Ctrl> key twice within two
seconds. The switch will beep to indicate that it’s in hotkey mode.

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2. Press the <up-arrow> or <down-arrow> keys to switch to the previous or next-
port respectively.
Table 4-1 lists the hotkey commands.
Table 4-1. Hotkey commands.
Hotkey Sequence Function
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> X Switch to PC “X” master port (X=1–8).
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> F1 Begin AutoScan. The AutoScan feature allows
you to monitor the activity of the connected
computers without having to press the front-
panel buttons.
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> Stop AutoScan.
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> F2 Begin Manual Scan.
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> F2 Switch to previous active PC.
<up arrow>
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> F2 Switch to next active PC.
<down arrow>
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> F3 Adjust scan rate. The module beeps one to
four times to indicate scan intervals of 3, 8, 15,
and 30 seconds.
<Left-Ctrl><Left-Ctrl> Set the maximum video resolution. To prevent
V + 4 digit code the video resolution setting from exceeding the
capacity of the connected display, use a 4-digit
code for the maximum video resolution you
wish to set. You may need to reboot the host
computers for the new settings to take effect.
Press <Esc> to abort resolution setting.
X = 1–8
F1–F3 = Function keys

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Table 4-2. 4-digit codes and
corresponding resolutions.
4-Digit Code Resolution 4-Digit Code Resolution
1007 1024 x 768 1609 1600 x 900
1208 1280 x 800 1612 1600 x 1200
1210 1280 x 1024 1610 1680 x 1050
1307 1360 x 768 1910 1920 x 1080
1409 1440 x 900 1912 1920 x 1200
1410 1440 x 1050 2011 2048 x 1152

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Appendix: Troubleshooting
Appendix. Troubleshooting
A.1 Calling Black Box
If you determine that your 8-Port ServSwitch EC Series USB/DVI KVM Switch is
malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-ser-
viceable parts. Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500.
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.
A.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your 8-Port ServSwitch EC Series USB/DVI
KVM Switch:
•Packageitcarefully.Werecommendthatyouusetheoriginalcontainer.
•Ifyouareshippingthe8-PortServSwitchECSeriesUSB/DVIKVMSwitchfor
repair, make sure you include everything that came in the original package.
Before you ship, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.

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NOTES

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