SIIG PC Switch 6000 User manual

This installation guide provides instructions for installing your
PC Switch 6000.
Introducing the PC Switch 6000
The PC Switch 6000 is designed for user to access multiple
computers using only one console. By pressing HOT keys from
the keyboard directly or the SELECT button on the switch, you
can easily switch from one computer to another.
Key Features
• CPU switch to control 6 servers or workstations
• Switches between PCs using hot-keys or push-button
• Auto-scan for periodic monitoring of PCs
• Built-in buzzer for switching confirmation
• Mouse and keyboard emulation for inactive PCs
• Active LEDs for status monitoring
• Keyboard status (Caps Lock, Num Lock and Scroll Lock)
restored while switching between PCs
• Scan mode automatically switches through power-on
computers, scan rate is DIP switch selectable
• Supports VGA, SVGA and Multisync monitors
• Supports VGA resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels
Specifications
• Power consumption: AC 9V 300mA (max.)
• Housing: metal
• Dimensions: 74 mm (H) x 264 mm (W) x 150 mm (D)
• Operating temperature: 50°to 104°F (10°to 40°C)
• Storage temperature: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
• Operating humidity: 20% to 80% RH, non-condensing
• Storage humidity: 0 to 80% RH, non-condensing
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PC Switch 6000
Installation Guide
PRODUCT NAME MODEL NUMBER
PC Switch 6000 DC0203
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS B
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC NOTICE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
ClassBdigitaldevice,pursuanttopart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimitsare
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residentialinstallation.Thisequipmentgenerates,uses,andcanradiateradio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However,thereis noguaranteethatinterferencewill notoccurina particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio and
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
andon,theuserisencouragedtotrytocorrecttheinterferencebyoneormore
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help
Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsibleforcompliance couldvoidtheuser'sauthority tooperate
this equipment
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Ave.
Fremont, CA 94538-3152
[phone]
PC Switch 6000 is a trademark of SIIG, Inc.
SIIG and SIIG logo are registered trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and
Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium is a registered
trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names used in this publication are for identification
purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
July, 1999 Copyright ©1999 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.

Technical Support
Web Online Support
Question? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply go to
SIIG’s web site at www.siig.com and click on the ONLINE
SUPPORT icon for instant technical support service.
Technical Support Department
For additional support, SIIG's Technical Support Specialists are
available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday,
Pacific Standard Time. To reach a Technical Support Specialist:
e-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: [phone]
Customer Service Department
If the Technical Support Specialist determines that the product
may be defective, you can return it for repair or replacement.
Step 1: Call SIIG's Customer Service Department
Call the Customer Service Department at [phone] ext.
5333 for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
Please have the product serial number available. It is located on
the side of the box and on the back of the product.
Step 2: Complete the RMA form
• FilloutyourReturnMerchandiseAuthorization(RMA)form,
andincludeitinthepackagealongwiththeoriginalmaterials.
• ClearlywriteyourRMAnumberontheoutsideofthereturned
shipping package and on the accompanying RMA form.
SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and not
be responsible for a product returned without a RMA
number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
Step 3: Ship the PC Switch 6000
You are responsible for the cost of shipping the product back to
SIIG at the following address:
SIIG, Inc. RMA#_______________
6078 Stewart Ave.
Fremont, CA 94538
SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via UPS Ground
or US Mail at no cost to you.
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System Requirements
Console
• PS/2 mouse
• VGA, SVGA or Multisync monitor with cable
• PS/2 keyboard
PC
• VGA, SVGA or Multisync video port
• PS/2 mouse port
• PS/2 keyboard port
• Cablekit—EachPCrequiresanindividualcablekittoconnect
to the PC Switch 6000. Cable kit is sold separately. Refer to
the Accessory Table for cable type to work with your PCs.
Package Contents
• One PC Switch 6000
• One linear power adapter
• One 1-year warranty card
• This quick installation guide

Note Make sure to turn the PC Switch 6000 off to reconfigure the
setting. DIP Switches 3 and 4 should always be set ON.
Accessory Table
The following high quality cable kits are designed to work with
the PC Switch 6000. You may purchase them through your
distributor.
DC-CBK622 6 PS/2 HDDB15
DC-CBKA22 10 PS/2 HDDB15
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DIP Switch Settings
The default DIP Switch setting is configured for 5 seconds scan
interval. If you like to reconfigure the scan interval, refer to the
illustration below:
DIP DIP Scan DIP Swtich
Switch 1 Switch 2 Interval Setting
On On 5 seconds
(Default setting)
Off On 10 seconds
On Off 20 seconds
Off Off 40 seconds
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Connector Types
The following connector types are illustrated for your reference
when making device connection:
Keyboard Mouse Video
AT (5-Pin DIN) Serial (DB9) HDDB15 (Male)
PS/2 (6-Pin DIN) PS/2 (6-Pin DIN) HDDB15 (Female)
Product Layout
Front View
Back View
Figure 1: PC Switch 6000 Layout
Power
Jack Dip
Switch
Console
Section CPU Section
Length
(ft.)
Device Connector Types
Keyboard Mouse Video
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Operations
The PC Switch 6000 comes with the following LEDs for user’s
friendly operation:
POWER LED: To indicate thePC Switch 6000 is powered on
and ready.
SCAN LED: To indicate the PC Switch 6000 is under the
SCAN mode.
READY LED: To indicate the corresponding PC is powered
on.
ACTIVE LED: Toindicate thecurrent selectedoperating PC.
To Access the PC
You can access to the connected PCs by pressing the SELECT
button on the front panel of thePC Switch 6000, orthe HOT keys
on the console keyboard.
Press the SELECT button:
PresstheSELECTbuttonandreleaseitwithinonesecond.
The ACTIVE LED will advance to the next corresponding
PC’s LED with a beep sound.
Press the HOT keys:
PressandreleasetheHOTkeys(Ctrl,AltandShift)onthe
consolekeyboardsimultaneously. Followedbyenteringa
corresponding PC’s number (#) and press Enter.
For example: Ctrl + Alt + Shift èa number èEnter
To Activate the SCAN Mode
You can monitor the PCs by pressing the SELECT button, or the
HOTkeys onthe console keyboard. Also,you canconfigure the
DIP Switch on the back panel of the PC Switch 6000 to set the
scanning interval (see next section for DIP Switch Settings).
Press the SELECT button:
Press the SELECT button and hold it over one second.
The SCAN LED will light on with two beeps.
To stop the SCAN mode and return to Normaloperation,
presstheSELECTbuttonandreleaseitwithinonesecond.
The SCAN LED will be off.
Press the HOT keys:
PressandreleasetheHOTkeys(Ctrl,AltandShift)onthe
console’skeyboardsimultaneously. Followedbyentering
the number 0 and press Enter.
For example: Ctrl + Alt + Shift è0 èEnter
To stop the SCAN mode and return toNormaloperation,
press the Space bar of the keyboard.
Installation
The PC Switch 6000 can control up to 6 PCs. Proceed with the
following steps to setup the PC Switch 6000:
!!! CAUTION !!!
Make sure all the devices are powered off
when making connections.
To Setup the Console
1. Connect the keyboard, mouse and monitor to the Console
section on thePC Switch 6000. And plug the power adapter
into the power jack.
To Setup the PC
1. Connect the mouse, keyboard, and video (DB15/Female)
connectorofthecablekittotheCPU-1 on thePCSwitch6000.
Thenconnect allthe connectorson theother end of the cable
kit to the first PC.
2. Repeat step 1 to setup other PCs.
3. Turn on the PC Switch 6000 first, then the PCs.