Hawking HKS102 User manual

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Introduction
The HKS102 Mini 2-Port KVM Switch is a 2-port PS/2 type KVM Switch that has
1.5M built-in cables. It is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers
from a single console (keyboard, monitor and mouse). With the 1.5M built-in
cables, it reduces the cabling troubles and enables users to access, control, boot
and reboot two computers using only one keyboard, video and mouse.
There is no better way to save time and money. By allowing a single console to
manage all the attached PCs, the HKS102 eliminates the expense of purchasing
a separate keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each PC, and saves all the extra
space as well. It also eliminates the inconvenience and unnecessary effort
involved in constantly moving around from one PC to another.
Package Contents:
One HKS102 2-port Mini KVM Switch♦
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♦ Two Integrated KVM Cables (attached to the KVM Switch) One Quick Installation Guide
Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged during shipping. If you
encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Please read this manual thoroughly, and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the HKS102 unit, and/or any of
the devices connected to it.

Pre-installation:
Note: The default setting for the HKS102 Mini 2-port KVM Switch works with
most systems. In fact, you do not have configure anything before installation. It
is a plug and play device: Just connect the keyboard, the monitor, and the
mouse to the KVM Switch. Then, connect the KVM cables to connectors on
your computers. Finally, boot up the computer one at a time and you can start
switching between the two computers.
For a quick start on installation and operation, please follow the instructions
below.
The correct setup sequence is ……
1. Connect the shared keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the KVM Switch first,
and then connect one set of built-in cable to the computers.
2. Power up your connected computer …
Since the KVM Switch receives power from the computer’s PS/2 interface,
it is powered up when you connect the KVM cables to a PC.

To set up your HKS102, please follow the steps below:
Before connecting any cable to your KVM Switch, please make sure all of
your computers and their peripherals have been powered off. Otherwise, the
KVM Switch might not be set up properly.
Step 1: Make sure all the computers that are to be connected to the KVM Switch
and their peripherals are in powered-off state. If not, turn the power off before
you proceed with the following steps.
Step 2: Connect the shared keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the corresponding
ports on your KVM switch.
Step 3: Connect each set of the built-in KVM cables to a computer’s keyboard,
video, and mouse ports. You can use individual standard keyboard, mouse, and
video cables to extend the cable distance, but it will depend on the type of cables
you use; the maximum cable distance is limited to 5 ~ 7 meters (15.5 ~ 23 feet).
Step 4: Power on the connected computers, one-by-one. After, your computers
are powered on, it will recognize the keyboard and mouse. Now, you can begin
operating the KVM switch.
DO NOT TRY to connect the built-in KVM cables to the computers while the computers are
still in powered-on states. Otherwise, the computer will have difficulty recognizing your shared
keyboard and mouse.

Easy Operation
There are two methods to select a specific computer: using the push button or a
hotkey sequence.
Push Button
The push button lets you have direct control over channel switching. Simply
press the button to select the computer. See Quick Reference Sheet.
Keyboard Hotkeys
A keyboard hotkey sequence consists of three specific keystrokes: See Quick
Reference Sheet.
Hotkey sequence = ScrLk + ScrLk + Command key
The two consecutive ScrLk keystrokes should be pressed within 2 seconds
and the following command key(s) should also be pressed within 2 seconds in
likewise manner. Otherwise, the hotkey sequence will not be validated.
For detailed Hotkey sequences and their corresponding functions, please refer
to the Quick reference sheet.

QUICK REFERNCE SHEET for the HKS102 Mini KVM Switch
Operation Commands
Hotkeys/Push Button
Command Hotkeys Push Button Description
Select a PC ScrLk + ScrLk + (x)1(channel
no.) -- Select the active
channel
Next lower
channel ScrLk + ScrLk + ↑(arrow up) -- Select the next
lower connected
channel
Next higher
channel
ScrLk + ScrLk
+ ↓(arrow
down)
Press the push
button to rotate
through to the
channel
Select the next
higher connected
channel
Autoscan
Beep Sound
On/Off
ScrLk + ScrLk
+ B --
Toggle on/off the
beep sound for
switching
confirmation
while
autoscanning
Reset KVM ScrLk + ScrLk
+ End -- Reset the KVM
Switch
Autoscan ScrLk + ScrLk
+ S --
Autoscan through
every connected
channel for quick
screen browsing
of each channel.
Stop
Autoscan Any key on the keyboard -- Terminate
Autoscan activity
Notes:
1 Note that xdenotes a number key for the selected port number. (x= 1 or 2)