IOGear GCE250 User manual

PS/2 KVM Console Extender
User Manual (GCE250)

Thank you for purchasing the IOGEAR PS/2 KVM Console Extender that allows you to access you computer
or KVM switch from up to 500 ft away, via a CAT5e cable.This unit is perfect for moving the console away
from the computer or the KVM switch.Your console can be moved across the room or hall, out of the server
room, or anywhere that is most convenient. It is also useful for security and monitoring purposes, where you
can have the system unit in a secure area at the same time that you put the console in the most convenient
location for user access and monitoring. A PS/2 KVM Console Extender is a cost effective solution because it
uses inexpensive UTP (CAT5e) cabling to extend the distance, versus expensive and bulky coaxial cabling.
It is easy to install and operate because of the Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) technology, which senses
the distance and adjusts the signal levels accordingly so there is no need to do any dip switch setting.
We hope that you will enjoy using your PS/2 KVM Extender and find it to be a useful solution.
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Table of Contents:
Table of Contents
Package Contents
Features
System Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Troubleshooting
Twisted Pair Wiring Diagram
Twisted Pair Pin Assignment
Specifications
Technical Support
Radio & TV Interference Statement
Limited Warranty
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PackageContents
This package contains:
1 PS/2 KVM Extender Local Unit
1 PS/2 KVM Extender Remote Unit
1 Custom KVM Cable
2 Power Adapters
1 User Manual
1 Warranty Registration Card
If any items are missing or damaged please contact your dealer.

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Features
Features
- Allows remote access of up to 500ft away via CAT5e cables
- Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) helps make installation easy, with no need to configure dip switches
- Dual console operation - control your system from both the local and remote keyboards, mice, and
monitors
- Easy to use - push button selection between local and remote consoles
- Plug-n-Play - no need to install any software driver
- High video resolution - up to 1280 x 1024
- Supports VGA, SVGA, and Multisync monitors
- Local monitor supports DDC; DDC2; DDC2B

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Requirements
Consoles:
- VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor
- PS/2 keyboard
- PS/2 mouse
Computers:
- With PS/2 Type Connectors:
VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
6-pinPS/2(mini-DIN)mouseport.
6-pinPS/2(mini-DIN) keyboard port.
- With AT Type Connectors:
VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
DB-9 (standard serial) mouse port plus mouse adapter*
5-pin DIN (standard AT) keyboard port plus keyboard adapter*
* Adapters not included, but can be purchased separately.
Cables:
- Category 5e rated UTP (UnshieldedTwisted Pairs) cable with solid conductors is the minimum requirement to connect the
GCE250 local unit to the GCE250 remote unit. Cable of a lesser standard will result in degrading of the video signal. For best
performance, we strongly recommend Category 5e or Category 6 cables.

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GCE250 Local Unit Front View
1. Operating Mode Selection Switch
Pressing this button cycles you through the operating mode
choices:
• Local - only the local console can control the system(s);
• Auto - both consoles can control the system(s).
2. LEDs
The Local Unit has two LEDs to indicate the oprating status of
the Local and Remote units.
3. Mouse Ports
The local PS/2 mouse plugs into this connector.
4. Keyboard Port
The local PS/2 keyboard plugs into this connector.
5. Monitor Port
The local monitor plugs into this port.
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6. Remote I/O
The Category 5e cable that connects to the Remote Unit
plugs into this connector.
7. Power Jack
The cable from the AC Power Adapter plugs into this jack.

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GCE250 Local Unit Rear View
1. Monitor Port
The HDB-15 Video connector of the KVM cable that connects to
the computer’s or KVM switch’s video port plugs into this port.
2. Keyboard Port
The keyboard connector of the KVM cable that connects to the
computer’s or KVM switch’s keyboard port plugs into this port.
3. Mouse Port
The mouse connector of the KVM cable that connects to the
computer’s or KVM switch’s mouse port plugs into this port.
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GCE250 Remote Unit Front View
1. LEDs
The Remote Unit has two LEDs (Power and On Line) to indicate
the operating status of the Local and Remote units.
2. Mouse Port
The remote PS/2 mouse plugs into this connector.
3. Keyboard Port
The remote PS/2 keyboard plugs into this connector.
4. Monitor Port
The remote monitor plugs into this connector.
5. Remote I/O
The Category 5 cable that connects to the Local Unit plugs into
this connector.
6. Power Jack
The cable from the AC Power Adapter plugs into this jack.
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