StarTech.com 8STSV211USB User manual

Manual Revision: 10/17/2017
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SV211USB
2 Port USB VGA Cable KVM Switch with
Remote Switch – USB Powered
*actual product may vary from photos

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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation .............................................................................................1
Operation ................................................................................................3
Hotkey Quick Reference Guide ............................................................................................................ 3
Specications..........................................................................................5
Technical Support ..................................................................................6
Warranty Information............................................................................6

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Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1 x KVM Switch
• 1 x Software CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• Available VGA video output and USB connection
• Monitor and USB keyboard/mouse peripheral set
Installation
1. Before connecting the KVM Switch, insert the included installation CD into each
computer’s CD/DVD drive.
2. If AutoPlay runs, choose the option to browse/open the folder. Otherwise you can
access the les on the CD by going into My Computer, double-click the CD/DVD
drive and run Autorun.exe.
3. Click the appropriate software installation option for your system, and available
ports (“2-Port KVM”- Mac or Windows), and you will be prompted to click Next
several times to complete the installation.
4. Once the installation is complete, a new system tray icon will display (Windows), or a
new Application (Mac OS) with the following indicators.
5. Connect your VGA monitor, keyboard and mouse to the available ports on the KVM
Switch.

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6. Connect the attached KVM cables to Computer 1.
7. Perform the same connections to Computer 2.
USB USB
VGA
VGA
USB

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Operation
There are three methods to control your KVM Switch for computer selection:
1. QuickSwitch Button - A wired remote control for direct switching control. Simply
press the button to toggle between the two computers.
2. KVM Switching Software (Windows & Mac platform) – See “Quick Reference Sheet”
below for details
3. Keyboard hotkeys – For Windows, the computer toggle key combination is “Scroll
Lock, Scroll Lock”. For Mac, please refer to Dene Hotkey Preceding Sequence in the
Quick Reference Sheet.
Note: Each keystroke hotkey sequence should be pressed within two seconds,
otherwise, the hotkey sequence may not be validated.
Hotkey Quick Reference Guide
Command Switcher Software Description
Select PC Port
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select whichever computer that is
available for switching.
Select the active PC port
Previous PC
port
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select whichever computer that is
available for switching.
Select the previous
connected PC port
Next PC port
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select whichever computer that is
available for switching.
Select the next
connected PC port
Dene Hotkey
Preceding
Sequence
Right-click the KVM Switching
icon to evoke the operation menu,
then select Settings (Windows) /
Conguration Dialog Box (Mac OS).
User–denable hotkeys
sequence for computer
selection is “Ctrl +Alt+
[command key]”.
For Mac, instead of Scroll
Lock key, you may use
User-denable hotkey
sequence to switch.

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Beeper
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
check the box “Turn on Buzzer”.
Beeper will be functional
between operations of
KVM switch
Keep in Dock
(Mac only)
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, and
then select “Keep in Dock”.
KVM switching icon will
be on the system tray of
your desktop
Open at Login
(Mac only)
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select “Open at login”.
Operate Switcher
Software and login
Autoscan
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select Start Auto-Scan to activate
autoscanning.
Autoscan through every
connected port for quick
screen browsing of each
port (default scan delay
time = 10 second)
Autoscan with
Programmable
Delay Time
Right-click the KVM Switching icon
to evoke the operation menu, then
select a range of Auto-Scan Period.
Autoscan with a user-
dened delay time
within a range of 10 ~ 60
seconds
Stop Autoscan
While autoscanning, right-click the
KVM Switching icon to evoke the
operation menu, and then select
Stop Auto-Scan to de-activate
autoscanning.
Terminate Autoscan
activity

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Specications
Console Connectors
1 x VGA (15 pin; High Density D-Sub)
Female
2 x USB A (4 pin) Female
Computer Connectors
(per port)
1 x VGA (15 pin; High Density D-Sub) Male
1 x USB 2.0 A (4 pin) Male
LEDs 2 x PC Selection Indicator
Switching Modes Pushbutton, Hot-key, Software
Maximum Resolution 2048x1536
Audio Support No
On Screen Display No
Cascadable No
Rack-Mountable No
Enclosure Type Plastic
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C (4°F to 140°F)
Humidity 0~90% RH Non-Condensing
Cable Length 0.85 m (Attached KVM Cable)
1.4 m (Remote Switch)
Dimensions (LxWxH) 88 x 66 x 23mm
Weight 380g

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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