IOGear MiniView GCS632U User manual

MiniView™ Micro USB Plus
2-Port KVM Switch with Built-in KVM Cables and Audio Support
Installation Manual (GCS632U)
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Thank you for purchasing one of the most feature-rich keyboard, video, and
mouse switches on the market. IOGEAR®’s MiniView™ Micro USB PLUS
switches are first-rate connectivity accessories designed to help reduce the
frustration of managing multiple computer systems. With the MiniView™ Micro
USB PLUS by IOGEAR®, you can access two USB computers from a single
USB console (USB keyboard, USB mouse and monitor). MiniView™ Micro
USB PLUS allows you to change ports easily by entering Hot Key combina-
tions from the keyboard. Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their
appropriate ports is all that is entailed.
We hope you enjoy using your MiniView™ Micro USB PLUS, yet another first-
rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR®.
Welcome

Package Contents
Overview
Features
Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Hotkey Operation
Advanced Hotkey Operations
Appendix
Specification
Tech Support
Radio & TV Interference Statement
Limited Warranty
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This package contains:
1 MiniView™ Micro USB PLUS 2 Port KVM Switch (cables built-in)
1 User Manual
1 Quick Start Guide
1 Warranty Registration Card
If any items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer.
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Introducing the two port MiniView™ Micro USB PLUS KVM switch from
IOGEAR®– A simple solution for those with more PCs than hands. Use one USB
keyboard, one monitor and one USB mouse to control two USB computers. This
self-powered KVM switch features the unique USB sniffing technology for USB
mouse & keyboard emulation to ensure smooth operation, as well as support for
Plug-n-Play monitors and most wheel mice. Our patented VSE Video Signal
Enhancement® technology provides rich, 32-bit color at resolutions up to 2048 x
1536.
Another big plus of this switch is the capability to provide audio support, it allows
you to share your multimedia speakers among the two connected computers.
This switch also offers multi-platform support, it is compatible with Macs and
Sun Solaris workstations. IOGEAR®made a huge breakthrough in supporting
Mac and Sun, by allowing Mac and Sun special keys to be functional, either with
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the Mac or Sun keyboard as the console keyboard, or with a standard PC key-
board. When use a PC keyboard, a special set of hot keys are designated to
emulate the Mac and Sun special keys.
With KVM cables (6' long) molded into the unit, all you need to do is to plug it into
your computers, and you’ve got a complete KVM solution from IOGEAR®.
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Features
• Use one USB keyboard, monitor and USB mouse to control two USB computers.
• 6' long molded-in cables to simplify setup.
• Share your multimedia speakers among the two connected computers.
• Full support for Mac and Sun systems.
• Supports special keys on Mac and Sun keyboards.
• Port selection through convenient Hot Keys.
• USB sniffing technology allows complete USB mouse and keyboard
emulation for error-free boot-up.
• Plug-n-Play monitor support.
• Support video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536
• No software required.
• Built in AutoScan mode.
• LEDs allow for easy status monitoring.
• 3 Year Limited Warranty.
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Console
• A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that
you will be using on any computer in the installation
• A USB Keyboard
• A USB Mouse
Computers
The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be con-
nected to the system:
• A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card
• A USB type A port
Requirements
• A multimedia sound card for audio sharing
Audio
• Only 2-piece, powered speakers system supported

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Introduction
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1. Port LEDs (Refer to Appendix for LED indications)
2. KVM Cables
3. Console Ports
4. Speaker Jack