High Sec Labs SC21H-M User manual

SC21H-M | QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
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HLT31887 Rev. 1.0
Objectives
• This guide includes instructs for installing HSL Combiner SC21H-M device.
• A Combiner allows viewing and interacting with multiple computers at the same time by sharing keyboard, video, mouse, audio and USB
peripherals between computers.
• For further assistance please refer to HSL website http://www.highseclabs.com.
General
• Verify that all peripherals and computers are turned off prior to
connecting them to the product.
• The Combiner’s back panel is divided into Console Ports and
Computer Ports sections.
–Connect peripherals which are due to be shared by the
Combiner to the Console ports.
–Connect each computer that requires access to the shared
peripherals to a Computer port group.
–Make sure that every computer is connected to a separate
Computer port group.
–Computer port group numbers are represented by push
buttons on the product’s front panel.
–Switch peripherals between computers by pressing the push
buttons on the product’s front panel.
SC21H-M Model is shown
Quick Installation Guide
2 Ports High Security KVM Combiner Switch
Connect peripherals to the
Combiner Console ports:
• Keyboard: Connect a USB keyboard to
the corresponding Combiner console
keyboard port.
• Video: Connect the monitor cable to
the Combiner console video port. When
using a dual monitor product – connect
two monitors to the Combiner console
video ports.
• Mouse: Connect a USB mouse to the
corresponding Combiner console
mouse port.
• Audio peripherals: Connect
headphones / speakers to the Combiner
console audio-out port.
• USB peripherals: Connect USB peripherals
to the Combiner console fUSB port.
Note: authentication devices such as
smartcard and biometric readers are enabled
by default, other devices must be explicitly
whitelisted – for further information please
refer to the Combiner Administrator’s guide.
Connect computers to the
Combiner Computer ports:
• Computer keyboard & mouse
connection: Connect each computer
to the Combiner keyboard & mouse
computer port using a USB A to USB
B cable. Connect the USB A end to
the computer and the USB B end to
Combiner.
• Computer video connection:
Connect each computer to the
Combiner computer video port using
the corresponding video cable (HDMI).
• Computer audio
connection: Connect each
computer to the Combiner
audio-in port using an
audio cable. Connect one
end of the cable to the
computer’s audio-out port
using the 1/8" (3.5mm)
stereo plug. Connect the
other end of the audio
cable to the Combiner
audio-in computer port.
• Computer USB
peripherals: Connect each
computer to the Combiner
fUSB computer port using
a USB A to USB B cable.
Connect the USB A end to
the computer and the USB
B end to Combiner.
Power ON your system:
• Power ON the monitor: Make sure that
the monitors are turned ON prior to
powering ON the Combiner.
• Power ON the system: Connect all
peripherals and computers to the
Combiner prior to powering it up.
Power ON the Combiner by plugging it
to the AC wall outlet. By default, after
product power-up, the active channel
will be computer #1, indicated by the
applicable front panel push button LED lit.
Note: Power ON self-test: As the product
powers-up it performs a self-test procedure.
In case of self- test failure for any reason,
including jammed buttons, the product will be
Inoperable. Self-test failure will be indicated by
abnormal LED behavior – for further information
please refer to the Combiner setup guide.
Switching between computers:
• Switch between computers by pressing
the corresponding front panel button
on the Combiner or Keyboard Hotkey.
The front panel button of the selected
computer will illuminate.
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SC21H-M | QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
©2023 All rights reserved. HSL logo and product names are trademarks or service trademarks of HighSecLabs Ltd (HSL).
All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Images for demonstration purposes only.
HLT31887 Rev. 1.0
Supported Hardware
The KVM switches support most standard speakers, headsets and
USB keyboards and mice.
Environmental
• Operating temperature is 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C).
• Storage temperature is -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C).
• Humidity requirements are 0-80% relative humidity,
non-condensing.
SC21H-M Dimensions
177 (W) x 82 (D) x 35 (H) mm, Weight: 0.52 kg
Safety and Regulatory Statements
Safety Symbols
One or more of the following symbols may be included in your
product documentation and/or on the product.
Instructions: This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the product user manual.
Dangerous Voltage: This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Power On: This symbol indicates the principal on/off
switch is in the on position.
Power Off: This symbol indicates the principal on/off
switch is in the off position.
Protective Grounding Terminal: This symbol indicates a
terminal which must be connected to earth ground prior
to making any other connections to the equipment.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: To avoid a potentially fatal shock hazard and possible damage
to equipment, please observe the following precautions.
• Do not disable the power grounding plug. The grounding plug
is an important safety feature.
• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet that is
easily accessible at all times.
• Disconnect the power from the product by unplugging the power
cord from either the electrical outlet or the product. The AC inlet
is the main disconnect for removing power to this product. For
products that have more than one AC inlet, to remove power
completely, all AC line cords must be disconnected.
• This product has no serviceable parts inside the product
enclosure. Do not open or remove product cover.
CAUTION: Some HSL products contain a lithium battery. This battery is not
a field replaceable item, and replacement should not be attempted by a
user. If errors occur when using the product and the battery is suspected,
contact HSL Technical Support.
WARNING: For Service Personnel Only - There is a risk of explosion if
the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
This product is for use with other products that are Listed or
Certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
NIAP Protection Profile
This product is certified to the NIAP Protection Profile certification
for peripheral sharing switch devices.
Installation Precautions
Do not connect this product to computing devices that:
• are TEMPEST computers
• include telecommunication equipment
• include frame grabber video cards
• include special audio processing cards
WARNING: Peripheral Warning - For security reasons, this product does
not support wireless keyboards. Do not connect a microphone or headset
to the audio output port.
Security Vulnerability
If you are aware of a potential security vulnerability while installing
this product, contact Technical Support immediately by:
• Web form: www.highseclabs.com/support/case/
• Email: securit[email protected]
• Tel: [phone]
CAUTION: Anti-tamper Caution - This product is equipped with an
always-on, active anti-tampering system. Any attempt to open the
product enclosure will activate the anti-tamper triggers, rendering the
unit inoperable and voiding its warranty.
WARNING: Unit Enclosure Warning - If the unit’s enclosure appears
disrupted or if all LEDs flash continuously, remove the product from service
immediately and contact Technical Support.
Change Management
For change management tracking, perform a quarterly log check to
verify that the RFD (Reset to Factory Default) was not improperly used
to override the current device policy by an unauthorized person.