StarTech.com SV211KT Manual

2 Port/4 Port StarView Tower-Style KVM Switch
SV211KT
SV411KT Instruction Guide
The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts
MINI
TOWER-STYLE
KVM
SWITCH
Revised: January 21, 2004
* Actual product may vary from photo
*SV411KT shown

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 off 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 different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Technical Support
The following technical resources are available for this StarTech.com product:
On-line help:
We are constantly adding new information to the Tech Support section of our web site. To
access this page, click the Tech Support link on our homepage, www.startech.com. In the
tech support section there are a number of options that can provide assistance with this
product.
Knowledge Base - This tool allows you to search for answers to common issues using
key words that describe the product and your issue.
FAQ - This tool provides quick answers to the top questions asked by our customers.
Downloads - This selection takes you to our driver download page where you can
find the latest drivers for this product.
Call StarTech.com tech support for help:
USA/Canada: 1-519-455-4931
UK/Ireland/Europe: 00-800-7827-8324
Support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM EST (except holidays)
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one-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
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, 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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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using Your Mini Tower-Style KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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User Ports 1
Computer Ports SV211KT: 2
SV411KT: 4
VGA Resolution Up to 1920x1440 and DDC2B compatible
PC Connectors SV211KT: 2 x HD-DB-15 (female)
SV411KT: 4 x HD-DB-15 (female)
Console Connectors Keyboard 1 x PS/2 6-pin Mini Din
Mouse 1 x PS/2 6-pin Mini Din(female)
Monitor 1 x HD-DB-15 (female)
Port Selection Push Button or Hot Keys
Power Power Free Operation
Operating System Compatible with all operating systems
LED Indicators SV211KT: 2 x Port Status
SV411KT: 4 x Port Status
Dimensions SV211KT: Length 1.9 inches (50 mm)
Width 4.9 inches (126 mm)
Height 3.9 inches (100 mm)
SV411KT: Length 1.9 inches (50 mm)
Width 4.9 inches (126 mm)
Height 3.9 inches (100 mm)
Weight SV211KT: 0.40 lbs. (180 gms)
SV411KT: 0.45 lbs. (200 gms)
Auto Scan Interval 3, 8, 15, and 30 seconds
3-in-1 SV211KT: 2 x 6 feet (0.61 x 1.8 meters)
KVM Cables SV411KT: 4 x 6 feet (1.22 x 1.8 meters)
Safety Standards FCC, CE, VCC1
Technical Specifications

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com tower-style KVM switch. Now you can control
multiple computers using one keyboard, monitor and mouse. Ideal for SOHO
environments, the StarView switch lets you switch between computers using either the
SV211KT or the SV411KT KVM. These light-weight switches allow you to add or remove
computers without rebooting.
Features
•Allows you to control two (SV211KT) or four (SV411KT) computers from one PS/2
mouse, VGA monitor and PS/2 keyboard
•Unique 3-in-1 KVM cables prevent keyboard and mouse connectors from
becoming loose
•Supports PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation for error-free PC bootup
•Capable of up to 1920x1440 VGA resolution
•Draws power from your computer’s PS/2 port; requires no external power adapter
•Indicates active computer on the front panel LED
•Compatible with all operating systems
•Backed by StarTech.com’s one year warranty
Before You Begin
To ensure a quick and easy device installation, please read through this section carefully
before attempting to install the switch.
System Requirements
•Two (SV211KT) or four (SV411KT) computers
•PS/2 mouse, PS/2 keyboard, and VGA Monitor
Contents
This package should contain:
•1x 2 port (SV211KT) or 4 port (SV411KT) StarView Tower-Style KVM Switch
•2(SV211KT) or 4 (SV411KT) 3-in-1 KVM cables
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Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing any difficulties, first make sure that all your cables are connected
to their proper ports and are firmly seated.
My keyboard or mouse does not work
The keyboard or mouse may not have initialized properly. Press and hold the Select
button on the front of the switch for three seconds to re-initialize the keyboard and
mouse. If problems persist, unplug the mouse or keyboard; wait a few seconds; then,
plug them back in.
My keyboard strokes are shifted
The computer was left in a shifted state when last switched. Press both Shift keys.
The Up and Down arrow keys do not work in manual scan mode
You may only have one computer turned on. Manual scan will only scroll through
powered-on computers.
My auto-scan interval keeps returning to the default
If all computers connected to the KVM switch are turned off, the KVM will return to its
default settings. If you want to keep your auto-scan interval, make sure that at least one
of your computers is on at all times.
The LED on my SV211KT/SV411KT keeps flashing
The LED on the SV211KT/SV411KT will flash while in Auto Scan or Manual Scan
modes.

Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of your tower style KVM switch.
Please read through this section carefully and complete each step in the order listed.
Connecting Your Console
1. Make sure all devices are turned off and unplugged.
2. Plug your PS/2 keyboard into the purple mini-DIN-6-port located on the back of the
switch.
3. Plug your PS/2 mouse into the green mini-DIN-6-port located on the back of the
switch.
4. Plug your monitors into the HD-DB-15 monitor ports (Monitor 1, Monitor 2,
Monitor 3, and Monitor 4) located on the back of the switch.
Connecting Your Computers
1. Make sure all devices are turned off.
2. Plug the 3-in-1 KVM cable into the HD-DB-15 port on the back of the switch.
3. Repeat for each computer you want to connect to the switch.
4. Power up the connected computers.
5. After the computers are powered up, the keyboard and mouse will be recognized.
6. You can now operate the tower style KVM switch.
NOTE: You can hot-plug additional computers to the switch any time after the initial
power up.
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Using Your Mini Tower-Style KVM Switch
The LED on the front of the switch indicates which PC is active. You can scroll
between PCs by either pressing the push-button on the front of the switch or by using
a hot-key command. A hotkey command is a short sequence of keystrokes beginning
with the two left Ctrl keystrokes followed by another keystroke. Use only the left Ctrl
key.
NOTE: Do not use the number pad for hotkey combinations.
Selecting a Computer
Auto-Scan Mode
Auto-scan mode will be suspended if the switch detects any keyboard or mouse
activity. When the activity ceases, auto-scan mode will resume. The auto-scan interval
can be set to 3seconds (default setting, represented by one beep), 8seconds (two
beeps), 15 seconds (three beeps) and 30 seconds (four beeps).
Keyboard Typematic Rate
The keyboard typematic rate set on the KVM will over-ride any typematic rate set by
the PC’s BIOS or operating system. The typematic rate can be set to 10
characters/second (represented by one beep), 15 characters/second (two beeps), 20
characters/second (three beeps), or 30 characters/second (four beeps).
Command Hotkey sequence
Select computer 1 Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + 1
Select computer 2 Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + 2
Select computer 3 Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + 3 (SV411KT only)
Select computer 4 Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + 4 (SV411KT only)
Scroll between powered-on Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + F2 + Up/Down arrow
computers
Command Hotkey sequence
Start auto-scan Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + F1
End auto-scan Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl
Select Auto-scan interval Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + F3
Command Hotkey sequence
Adjust typematic rate Left Ctrl + Left Ctrl + F4