IOGear MiniView II GCS124U User manual

MiniView™ II
4 Port USB KVM Swtich (GCS124U Installation Manual)

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Thank you for purchasing one of the most feature-rich keyboard, video, and mouse switches on the market.
IOGEAR’s USB KVM switches are first-rate connectivity accessories designed to help reduce the frustration
of managing multiple computer systems. Wtih the MiniView™ II USB KVM series by IOGEAR, you can
access multiple computers from a single console(keyboard, mouse and monitor). The MiniView™ II USB
KVM provides two convenient methods to access connected computers. Change ports easily via the push
button selection switches located on the unit’s front panel, or by entering Hot Key combinations from the
keyboard or OSD (On Screen Display). Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports
is all that is entailed.
We hope you enjoy using your MiniView™ II USB KVM switch, yet another first-rate connectivity solution
from IOGEAR.

TableofContents:
Table of Contents
Package Contents
Overview
Features
Requirements
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Appendix (HotKey)
Specification
Radio & TV Interference Statement
Limited Warranty
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PackageContents
This package contains:
1 MiniViewTM II USB KVM Switch (GCS124U)
1 User Manual
1 Registration Card
4 Premium Bonded USB KVM cables (2-4ft & 2-6ft)
1 Power Adapter
1 Quick Start Guide
If any items are damaged or missing please contact your dealer.

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Overview
Overview
The MiniView™ II USB KVM Switch (GCS124U) is a control unit that allows access to four computers from a
single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor). Before the development of the MiniView II, the only way to
control multiple computer configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network
system.
Setup is fast and easy, plugging cables into their appropriate posts is all that is entailed. There is no software
to configure, so there is no need to get involved in complex installation routines or be concerned with
incompatibility problems. Since the MiniView™ II intercepts USB keyboard input directly, it works on any
hardware platform and with all operating systems.
The MiniViewTM II USB KVM provides convenient methods to access the computers connected to the USB
KVM system. The MiniViewTM II USB KVM offers push button selection switches located on the units front
panel, Hot Key controls from the USB keyboard, and an On Screen Display (OSD).
There is no better way to save time and money than with a MiniView™ II USB KVM. By allowing a single
console to manage the attached computers, the MiniView™ II USB KVM eliminate the expense of purchasing
a separate keyboard, monitor and mouse. Additionally, it saves space taken up by the additional hardware
and eliminates the inconvenience of switching from the different computer systems.

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Features
Features
- Premium Bonded USB KVM Cables Included
- Patented VSE (Video Signal Enhancement) Technology for Superior Video Quality
- Patented USB Sniffing Technology
- USB Compatible Mouse Support - Microsoft® Intellimouse Pro & Logitech FirstMouse Support
- Keyboard and Mouse Emulation for Error Free Switching and Booting
- No Delay Between Switching
- Daisy Chainable (control upto 64 USB computers)
- Easy to install - No Software Required
- Computer Selection Via Push Button Switches, Keyboard HotKeys or OSD (On-Screen-Display)
- Auto Scan Function for Monitoring Computer Operation
- Supports up to 1920 x 1440
- LED Display For Easy Status Monitoring
- Easy to Operate

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Features
Features Continues...
- Unit Can Operate without Power Adapter
- DC Input for External Power Supply
- Hot Swappable
- Rackmountable with optional Rack Mount Kit
- 3 Year Warranty

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Requirements
-USB Enabled Computer
- VGA (or compatible) Type Video Port
MACs: OS 8.6 or greater with latest USB updates
PCs: WIN 98 or greater with USB support
Accessories:
- IOGEAR USB Hub (GUH7144) Expand your USB set up with one of our USB hubs.
-10’ Bonded USB KVM Cable (G2L1203U), 6’ BondedUSB KVM Cables (G2L1201U)
- Rack Mount Kit for the GCS124U - (G2X007)
•Agreataddonforrackmountedcomputersetup
• Size 1U,fits all rack systemsetups- 19” Racks
-IOGEARhas a full lineofKVM, FireWire, USB, USB2.0,and ShareView products. Please visit ourwebsite at www.iogear.com for furtherinformation.
Requirements