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1. lt USB DVI KVM Cable Set Jool loolEloolEloo IoolEloolEloo A USB DVI KVM Cable Set Jo Ea Do EE zp o J oE Jo EEEo Eo E oE 20 EEFEEREEl 23 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Multi view Installation The CS1768 CS1788 s multi view feature allows you to stack two three or four units in a dual triple guad view installation to control up to seven computers at once This installation reguires different cabling than the standard cascade and offers an extra level of switching flexibility for multiple monitor installations where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards Cable Connections for Multi view Installation To set up your multi view installation refer to the installation diagram on the next page the numbers in the diagrams correspond to the steps below and do the following 1 Use a standard USB Type A to USB Type B cable to connect the Port 8 USB Type A port on the first stage unit to the USB Type B port in the Console section of the second switch Note Port 8 is reserved to connect the units in a multi view installation so up to seven computers can be attached using KVM ports 1 7 2 Use DVI cables to connect the DVI KVM port on the second CS1768 CS 1788 unit to the second video
2. LO Y USB DVI A S z KVM Cable Set 7 USB DVI KVM Cable Set 19 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Two Stage Cascade To control even more computers additional CS1768 CS1788 units can be cascaded from the KVM ports of the First Stage unit The cascaded CS1768 CS1788s that connect back to the First Stage unit are considered Second Stage units As many as 64 computers can be controlled in a complete two stage installation A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of units needed to control them is provided on page 71 To set up a two stage installation refer to the Two Stage Installation diagram on the next page as you do the following 1 Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up including all preexisting devices on the installation have been turned off 2 Use a custom USB DVI KVM cable set see Cables page 5 to connect any available KVM Port on the First Stage unit to the Console ports of the Second Stage unit Note Plug the USB Type B connector into the upper USB port in the Console section they are both marked with a similar icon to remind you of the correct USB port 3 Using another custom USB DVI KVM cable set provided with this package plug the DVI connector into any available DVI socket in the KVM port section of the switch then plug the accompanying USB Ty
3. 4 5 6 No Component Description 1 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here 2 USB 2 0 Hub USB 2 0 peripherals printers scanners etc can plug into this port this may require an extra power adapter Note USB 2 0 function is available on the first level only 3 Firmware Upgrade The firmware upgrade cable that transfers the Port firmware upgrade data from the administrator s computer to the CS1768 CS1788 plugs into this RJ 11 connector 4 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire used to ground the CS1768 CS1788 attaches here 5 Console Port Section The cables from your console DVI and or VGA monitor USB keyboard USB mouse speakers and microphone plug in here Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate itself 6 KVM Port Sections The cables that link the switch to your computers plug in here Each KVM port section is comprised of a microphone jack speaker jack s USB type B socket and a DVI I connector CS1768 CS1788 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Overview For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing multiple platforms the CS1768 CS1788 design utilizes custom USB DVI KVM cables that serve as intermediaries between the switch and the connected computers refer to the installation diagram on page 17 A separate custom USB DVI KVM cable is reguired for each computer connection The custom K
4. Plug your main microphone and speakers into the console microphone and speaker jacks located on the unit s front panel The microphone and speakers plugged into this panel have priority over those in the rear panel Plug your secondary microphone and speakers into the console audio ports located on the unit s rear panel Using the custom USB DVI KVM cable set provided with this package plug the DVI connector into any available DVI socket in the KVM port section of the switch then plug the accompanying USB and audio connectors into their corresponding USB microphone and speaker sockets Note Verify that all the plugs are in the same KVM Port sockets all in Port 1 all in Port 2 etc CS1768 CS1788 User Manual 6 Atthe other end of the cable plug the USB video microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer 7 Plug your USB peripherals into the type A sockets in the USB hub section 8 Plug the power adapter that came with your switch into an AC power source then plug power adapter cable into the switch s Power Jack 9 Turn on the power to the computers Console Monitor Connection Options 2a One DVI Monitor DVI I connector 2 Hardware Setup Single Stage Installation Diagram
5. El o edit FE o a o ie pa o path oo Ec o eh oolEloo i G aHHE o u 21 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Three Stage Cascade The procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same as for a two stage installation With a three stage setup as many as 512 computers can be controlled in a complete installation A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of switches needed to control them is provided on page 71 Once you have finished cabling up see Two Stage Cascade page 20 if necessary power up according to the following seguence 1 For each Third Stage unit plug the power adapter cable into the switch s Power Jack plug the power adapter into an AC source 2 For each Second Stage unit plug the power adapter cable into the switch s Power Jack plug the power adapter into an AC source 3 Plug the First Stage unit s power adapter cable into its Power Jack then plug the power adapter into an AC source 4 Turn on the power to all the computers Note The Power On sequence requires that all Third Stage units be powered on first After they are all on the Second Stage units must be powered on next After all the Second Stage units are on the First Stage unit must be powered on Only after all the switches have been powered on in this sequence can the computers be powered on 22 2 Hardware Setup Three Stage Installation Diagram
6. F3 SET This function allows the administrator and each user to set up his own working environment A separate profile for each is stored by the OSD and is activated according to the username that was provided during login To change a setting 1 Double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 After you select an item a submenu with further choices appears To make a selection either double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected choice to indicate which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function OSD HOTKEY Selects which hotkey activates the OSD function Scroll Lock Scroll Lock or Ctrl Ctrl Since the Ctrl key combination may conflict with programs running on the computers the default is the Scroll Lock combination PORT ID Allows each user to customize the position where the port ID DISPLAY appears on the screen The default is the upper left corner but POSITION Users can choose to have it appear anywhere on the screen Use the mouse or the arrow keys plus Pg Up Pg Dn Home End and 5 on the numeric keypad with Num Lock off to position the port ID display then double click or press Enter to lock the position and return to the Set submenu PORT ID Determines how long a port ID displays on the monitor after a port DISPLAY change has taken place The choices are 3 Seco
7. lt lt 25 Grouping Ports into Vertical Channels 0005 26 Channels Diagram lt tees 27 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual 3 Basic Operation HOT PIUGGING is 554 0000 rs deel aoe Pad dank OU dal 29 Hot Plugging KVM Ports eee 29 Hot Plugging Console Ports 29 Port Selection woe ae eae ed 30 Manual Port Switching oooccccccccocrnc 30 Port ID Numbering ee tees 30 Powering Off and Restarting cee eee eee 31 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview poi a hoe bd od b h el aad aay 33 OSD LOGIN os re a ee 33 OSD Hotkey cisma eae aoe ee ee le ae hoe 33 OSD Main Screen 0 0 0 cece eee 34 OSD Main Screen HeadingS 0 000 e cece eee 34 OSD Navigation lt 35 OSD FUNCHONS woa ai ii BAe hs di etn wet tes ee 35 FIR GOTO z po as E 36 EXMIST A P CO k Pot 36 FISSE Ta aan onak ony o ies Pa ee SE oa ona dl 37 E4 ADM a e de Cees ie Meet Batata face s 39 ESESKPA da ds 43 FOUBRO ara Ri Ada Aa 43 FZ SCAN a a aN ak ae 44 F8 LOUT cu e een e KE 45 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Aa EE E 47 Invoke Hotkey Mode tte eee 47 Select the Active POrt ooococcococoocrc 48 Auto Scan Mode 0 0 cece e ea 49 Invoking Auto Scan lt tees 49 SKP Moden re a cae need acest eR Lid PEE ae ee te 50 Keyboard Mouse Reset 20 00 cece eee eee 51 Hotkey Beeper Control lt 51 Quick Hotkey Control cece cee 52 OSD Hotkey Control
8. This function clears the port name list ACTIVATE BEEPER Choices are Y on or N off When activated the beeper sounds whenever a port is changed when activating the Auto Scan function see F7 SCAN page 44 or an invalid entry is made on an OSD menu The default is Y Continues on next page 40 4 OSD Operation Continued from previous page Setting Function SET QUICK VIEW PORTS This function lets the administrator select which ports to include as quick view ports To select deselect a port as a guick view port double click the port or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Spacebar When a port has been selected as a quick view port an icon dis plays in the QV column of the LIST on the main screen When a port is deselected the icon disappears If one of the quick view options is chosen for the LIST view see F2 LIST page 36 only a port that has been selected here will display on the list If one of the quick view options is chosen for auto scanning see SCAN SKIP MODE page 38 only a port that has been selected here will be auto scanned The default has no ports selected for quick view SET OPERATING SYSTEM This function allows the administrator to define the operating system for the computer connected to each KVM port The default is WIN PC compatible To set the port operating system 1 From the list select th
9. 52 Port OS Control ss doi ei Pee ee eed 53 Restore Default Values lt lt tees 53 USB ReSet ii oh rae Ad 53 Hotkey Buzzer Control lt aaea 54 Restore Default Settings 0 0 0 cece eee eee 54 Video DynaSync 0 0 eet eee 54 Mouse Emulation Control 2 0 00 0 cece eee eee 54 HSM Summary Table eee 55 vi CS1768 CS1788 User Manual 6 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard 2 2 2 00 horaina k EE 57 Sun Keyboard eeee 58 7 The Firmware Management Utility INtrOGUCTION FM R stat eta thes be SS Ree an Sor ane ae 59 Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package 59 PreparallOMms a 25 A dido 60 Starting the Upgrade tees 61 Upgrade Succeeded 0 a a teens 63 Upgrade Failed oocooooomis ins Gees eg Bran eee es ES 63 Firmware Upgrade Recovery 0 cece eee eee 64 OSD Configuration Backup Restore lt 65 Backup i402 rindo Wee rd ekg eked bee 65 Restore re Sessa teenie A Rha de zd dik Soe dvd ey ee 66 Appendix Safety Instructions 0 000 e N e eee 67 General nsa an tek a ante de as ohn oo Bed uote 67 Rack Mounting ee teens 69 Technical Support n oeaan aaan caaeaae 70 International escasa ora or ere bere da eee ore 70 North AMe riCa iin cos Hz Hie tach Ae ea E eee ee 70 CS1768 CS1788 Connection Tables lt 7 Specifications isie ian etnik ee u a ee k A 72 Administrator Login Failur
10. are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen the screen will scroll To move up or down through the list one screen at a time click the up and down arrow symbols AY or use the Pg Up and Pg Dn keys If there are more list entries than what can appear on the main screen the screen will scroll To activate a port double click it or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After executing any action you automatically go back to the menu one level above OSD Functions OSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD For example you can rapidly switch to any port scan selected ports limit the list you wish to view designate a port as a quick view port create or edit a port name or make OSD setting adjustments To access an OSD function 1 Either click a function key field at the top of the main screen or press a function key on the keyboard Inthe submenus that appear make your choice either by double clicking it or moving the highlight bar to it then pressing Enter Press Esc to return to the previous menu level 35 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual F1 GOTO Clicking the F1 field or pressing F1 activates the GOTO function GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port s Name or its Port ID To use the name method key in 1 key in the port s Name then press Enter to switch KVM Audio and USB focus or Spacebar to switc
11. 34 Navigation 35 Overview 33 Password 33 P Password 33 Pause 44 Port ID Display Duration 37 Display Mode 37 Display Position 37 Numbering 30 Port Names 40 Port Selection 30 Manual 30 ports quick view 41 set operating system 41 Powering Off and Restarting 31 Q quick view ports 41 R Rack Mounting Safety information 69 rack mounting 12 front 13 rear 15 Requirements Operating Systems 6 OS Support 6 Restore Default Values 40 RoHS ii S Safety Instructions General 67 Rack Mounting 69 SCAN 44 Scan Duration 37 SCAN SKIP MODE 38 Screen Blanker 38 Selecting the Active Port 48 SET 37 Accessible Ports 39 Logout Timeout 40 Quick View Ports 41 SJ T 11364 2006 ii Skip Mode 43 50 Specifications 72 stacking 12 T Technical Support 70 Telephone support iii Timeout 40 Two Stage Installation 20 U User Notice iii
12. in port on the computers Note Only DVI video cables are necessary the other ports in the KVM section are not reguired in this installation 3 Connect a display to the console section of the second switch 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for any additional units up to a total of four switches 5 Connect the cables for the first switch See Single Stage Installation page 17 for full details All video audio and peripheral devices must be connected to the first switch 6 Power up the CS1768 CS1788 units starting with the first switch and then power on the computers 24 2 Hardware Setup Multi view Installation Diagram Ss Os Ss E lt lt Gomputerswith _ K A 2 3 4 video inputs K I i 1 1 q if j b l First Switch l B B nm ERE E EE AE AO ry Lii La Hi ri d i DVI cables 1 I ee i Second Switch 1 p 25 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Grouping Ports into Vertical Channels Once the cables have been connected and multi view mode has been selected in the OSD the CS1768 CS1788 auto detects the channels and viewing modes Users can then assign them a channel number as the port name the channels are represented by the vertical columns in the diagram below So all the Port 1s become Channel 1 all the Port 2s become Channel 2 and all the Port 7s become Channel 7 The ports will all be switched at the same
13. the KVM switch in the rack Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack Secure the mounting brackets to the rear of the rack 16 2 Hardware Setup Single Stage Installation To set up your single stage CS1768 CS1788 installation refer to the installation diagram on page 19 the numbers in the diagrams correspond to the steps below and do the following 1 Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB console ports located on the unit s rear panel Depending on your console monitor s interface connect your monitor using one of the following methods see Console Monitor Connection Options page 18 and power on a One DVI monitor DVI D plug your DVI console monitor into the DVI console port located on the unit s rear panel b One DVI DVI D VGA monitor plug your dual interface console monitor into both the DVI and VGA console ports c Two Monitors 1 x DVI 1 x VGA plug your DVI monitor into the DVI console port and plug your VGA monitor into the VGA console port Note The CS1768 CS1788 supports DVI VGA and dual interface monitors but only one video signal DVI or VGA can be displayed at a time the signal will display on either the DVI monitor or the VGA monitor depending on the OSD settings See SET COMPUTER VIDEO INPUT page 42 for details about setting the correct video input and output for your video requirements
14. there is no input from the console for the amount of time set with this function the screen is blanked Key in a value from 1 30 minutes then press Enter The default setting of 0 disables this function HOTKEY COMMAND MODE Enables disables the hotkey command function in case a conflict with programs running on the computers occurs HOTKEY Sets the keyboard shortcut for invoking Hotkey Mode see page 47 Choices are NUM LOCK minus default and CTRL F12 OSD LANGUAGE Sets the language used in the OSD Choices are English default German Japanese Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese 38 4 OSD Operation F4 ADM F4 is an administrator only function It allows the administrator to configure and control the overall operation of the OSD To change a setting double click 1t or use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter After you select an item a submenu with further choices to select from appears Double click an item or move the highlight bar to it then press Enter An icon appears before the selected item so that you know which one it is The settings are explained in the following table Setting Function SET USER LOGIN This function is used to set usernames and passwords for the administrator and users 1 Usernames and passwords for one administrator and four users can be set 2 After you select the admi
15. time channel by channel Depending on the number of stages in your stack a CS1768 CS1788 installation offers dual view two stages triple view three stages and quad view four stages scenarios For reference purposes the example shows a four stage installation with quad view functionality Note Only one video signal DVI or VGA can be displayed at a time depending on the configuration of the CS1768 CS1788 unit on the first switch 26 2 Hardware Setup Channels Diagram First Switch E Second Switch Third Switch ooBlooBooBook Fourth gt o Eo a Switch 27 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 28 Chapter 3 Basic Operation Hot Plugging The CS1768 CS1788 supports hot plugging components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down In order for hot plugging to work properly the procedures described below must be followed Hot Plugging KVM Ports In order for the OSD menus to correspond to KVM port changes you must manually reconfigure the OSD to reflect the new port information See the F3 SET page 37 and F4 ADM page 39 functions for details Note If the computer s operating system does not support hot plugging this function may not work properly Hot P
16. to stop at a particular location press the Spacebar to stop scanning Ifthe scanning stops on an empty port or one where the computer is attached but is powered Off the monitor screen will be blank and the mouse and keyboard will have no effect After the Scan Duration time is up the scan function will move on to the next port As each computer is accessed an S appears in front of the port ID display to indicate that it is being accessed under Auto Scan mode When the port ID with the symbol displays the background screen is blank While Auto Scan mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain control of the console While you are in Auto Scan mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse See Invoking Auto Scan page 49 for details To exit Auto Scan mode press the Spacebar or Esc 44 4 OSD Operation F8 LOUT Clicking the F8 field or pressing F8 logs you out of OSD control of the computers and blanks the console screen This is different from simply pressing Esc when you are at the main screen to deactivate the OSD With this function you must log in all over again to regain access to the OSD whereas with Esc all you have to do to reenter the OSD is tap the OSD hotkey Note 1 When you reenter the OSD after logging out the screen s
17. 1768 CS 1788 re executes Video DynaSync Mouse Emulation Control The default setting is enabled To disable do the following 1 Invoke HSM see page 47 2 Press M This procedure is a toggle Repeat to enable 54 5 Hotkey Operation HSM Summary Table After invoking HSM see page 47 key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function Key Function PN Enter Switches KVM Audio and USB focus directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID PN port number PN K Enter Switches KVM focus only directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID PN port number PN U Enter Switches USB focus only directly to the computer that corresponds to that port ID PN port number Note This hotkey functions on the first level of an installation only A Enter Starts Auto Scan The KVM focus cycles from port to port at the default 5 second intervals A n Enter Starts Auto Scan at n second intervals n 1 255 seconds H Toggles between the default Num Lock and alternate Ctrl F12 HSM invocation keys T Toggles between the default Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and alternate Ctrl Ctrl Port Switching keys F1 Sets the port OS to Windows F2 Sets the port OS to Mac F3 Sets the port OS to Sun F5 Performs a keyboard mouse reset on the target computer B Enables Dis
18. 8 port USB DVI KVM Switch CS1768 CS1788 User Manual www aten com CS1768 CS1788 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be reguired to take adeguate measures This eguipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the eguipment is operated in a commercial environment This eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this eguipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be reguired to correct the interference at his own expense RoHS This product is RoHS compliant SJ T 11364 2006 The following contains information that relates to China er ESE EMIR BEER E pa s AME SREE SA EM Heat O O O O imamate O O olo 0 O RRASA EAT ARMA JR EAST 11363 20061 E HIRE ERKZ To TAKE IAS AE DIRE DAN R HAMA PHS SRY SIT 11363 2006 REEK X RRBZASASVRZSEZAGHR DRAMA Heese HHSJ T 11363 2006 REER e CS1768 CS1788 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure t
19. Hotkey Operation Auto Scan Mode Auto Scan automatically switches at regular intervals among all the KVM ports that have been set as accessible under Scan Skip Mode so that their activity can be monitored automatically See Scan Skip Mode on page 38 for more information Invoking Auto Scan To start Auto Scan key in the following Hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination Press A After you press A then Enter you automatically exit hotkey mode and enter Auto Scan mode While you are in Auto Scan mode you can pause the scanning in order to keep the focus on a particular computer either by pressing P or with a left click of the mouse During the time that auto scanning is paused the command line displays Auto Scan Paused Pausing when you want to keep the focus on a particular computer is more convenient than exiting Auto Scan mode because when you resume scanning you start from where you left off If on the other hand you exited and restarted scanning would start over from the very first computer on the installation To resume Auto Scanning press any key or left click Scanning continues from where it left off While Auto Scan mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Auto Scan mode compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks can be input You must exit Auto Scan mode in order to regain normal control of the c
20. Restore Default Values This administrator only hotkey restores the CS1768 CS1788 default values See Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings on page 74 To restore the default values key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press R 3 Press Enter After you press Enter the command line displays RESET TO DEFAULT SETTING for three seconds then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode USB Reset If the USB loses focus and needs to be reset do the following 1 Invoke HSM see page 47 2 Press and release F5 53 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Hotkey Buzzer Control The Buzzer can be enabled or disabled The default setting is enabled To disable the Buzzer do the following 1 Invoke HSM see page 47 2 Press and release B This procedure is a toggle Repeat to enable Restore Default Settings To reset the CS1768 CS1788 to its default hotkey settings do the following 1 Invoke HSM see page 47 2 Press R Enter See Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings page 74 Video DynaSync Video DynaSync is ATEN s exclusive technology that eliminates boot up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports To invoke Video DynaSync do the following 1 Invoke HSM see page 47 2 Press D Note If the monitor is disconnected and reconnected the CS
21. S1768 CS1788 Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of units and the number of computers that they control MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers 1 1 8 20 134 141 39 267 274 58 400 407 2 8 15 21 141 148 40 274 281 59 407 414 3 15 22 22 148 155 41 281 288 60 414 421 4 22 29 23 155 162 42 288 295 61 421 428 5 29 36 24 162 169 43 295 302 62 428 435 6 36 43 25 169 176 44 302 309 63 435 442 7 43 50 26 176 183 45 309 316 64 442 449 8 50 57 27 183 190 46 316 323 65 449 456 9 57 64 28 190 197 47 323 330 66 456 463 10 64 71 29 197 204 48 330 337 67 463 470 11 71 78 30 204 211 49 337 344 68 470 477 12 78 85 31 211 218 50 344 351 69 477 484 13 85 92 32 218 225 51 351 358 70 484 491 14 92 99 33 225 232 52 358 365 71 491 498 15 99 106 34 232 239 53 365 372 72 498 505 16 106 113 35 239 246 54 372 379 73 505 512 17 113 120 36 246 253 55 379 386 18 120 127 37 253 260 56 386 393 19 127 134 38 260 267 57 393 400 71 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Specifications Function CS1768 CS1788 Computer Direct 8 ma Max 512 via Cascade Port Selection OSD Hotkey Pushbutton Conne
22. The guality of the display is affected by the guality and length of the cables If you need additional cable sets please contact your dealer to purchase the appropriate ones for your switch Type Length Part Number USB DVI D Single 1 8m 2L 7D02U Link 3 0m 2L 7D03U 5 0m 2L 7D05U USB DVI I Single 1 8m 2L 7D02UI Link 3 0m 2L 7D03UI USB DVI D Dual 1 8m 2L 7D02UD Link 3 0m 2L 7D03UD 5 0m 2L 7D05UD USB DVI I Single Link for CS1768 USB DVI D Dual Link for CS1788 For multi view installations standard USB Type A to USB Type B cables and standard DVI cables are also required CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Operating Systems os Version Windows 2000 XP 2003 2008 Vista 7 Linux RedHat 9 0 and higher SuSE 10 11 1 and higher Debian 3 1 4 0 Ubuntu 7 04 7 10 UNIX AIX 4 3 and higher FreeBSD 5 5 and higher Sun Solaris 8 and higher Novell Netware 6 0 and higher Mac OS 9 to 10 6 Snow Leopard Note 1 Supports Linux Kernel 2 6 and higher 2 The CS1768 CS1788 has a built in USB 2 0 hub and does not support PCs or operating systems that do not support USB 2 0 1 Introduction Components Front View aay jf j j l ER am l No Component Description 1 Port Selection For manual port selection see Port Selection page 30 also Pushbuttons e Press a port se
23. VM cables are listed under Cables on page 5 Consult your dealer to find out which custom KVM cables best fit your needs Installation Types The CS1768 CS1788 offers two types of installation 1 standalone cascade and 2 multi view that reguire different cabling setups Therefore the functions of both types are not available in one installation See the following sections in this chapter for details about the different cabling reguirements Before You Begin device is provided on page 67 Please review it before 1 1 Important safety information regarding the placement of this proceeding 2 Make sure that power to all devices that you will be installing has been turned off You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Stacking and Rack Mounting The CS1768 CS1788 can be stacked on the desktop or rack mounted at the front or rear of the rack The following sections take you through the procedures for each method Note 1 Allow at least 5 1 cm on each side for adeguate ventilation and 12 7 cm at the rear for power cord and cable clearance 2 The standard rack mounting kit does not include screws or cage nuts If you need additional screws or cage nuts contact your rack dealer Stacking The CS1768 CS1788 can be placed on any level surface that can safely support its weight and the weight of the attached cables Make sure tha
24. ables the buzzer R Enter Resets the hotkey settings to their default status See Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings page 74 D Invokes Video DynaSync ATEN s exclusive technology that eliminates boot up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports M Enables Disables mouse emulation lt Skips to the previous computer on the list in skip mode 55 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Key Function gt Skips to the next computer on the list in skip mode 11 Skips to the next accessible port If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the first accessible port of that switch in skip mode 4 Skips to the previous accessible port If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the last accessible port of that switch in skip mode ESC or Exits hotkey setting mode Spacebar 56 Mac Keyboard Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard The emulation mappings are listed in the table below PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard Shift Shift Ctrl Ctrl um Ctrl 1 mex Ctrl 2 m Ctrl 3 m Ctrl 4 A Alt Alt Print Screen F13 Scroll Lock F14 E Enter Return Backspace Delete Insert Help Ctrl BR F15 Note When using key combinations pres
25. checking whether they are a higher level or not As the upgrade proceeds status messages appear in the Status Messages panel and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress bar 62 7 The Firmware Management Utility Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful 22 Firmware Upgrade Utility The Fimware upgrade was successful Click Finish to close the utility Device List Status Messages gt Loading 4 testing files gt Loading 4 testing files OK gt Searching for devices gt Preparing fimware upgrade gt Firmware version is not newer than device 101 001 002 gt Firmware version is not newer than device 102 001 003 gt Preparing firmware upgrade OK gt Upgrading device MAIN 001 001 gt Upgrading device MAIN 001 001 OK gt Upgrading device 101 001 002 gt Upgrading device 101 001 002 OK gt Upgrading device 102 001 003 pgrading device 102 001 003 OK gt Firmware upgrade OK Device Description Device F W Ver 1 0 086 Upgrade F W Ver 1 0 081 MID 001 003 Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Failed If the Upgrade Succeeded screen doesn t appear it means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully See the next section Firmware Upgrade Recovery for how to proceed 63 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Firmware Upgrade R
26. ction are for reference only The wording and layout of the actual screens put up by the Firmware Upgrade Utility may vary slightly from these examples 2 Read and Agree to the License Agreement enable the I Agree radio button 3 Click Next to continue The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List panel 61 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual 4 Firmware Upgrade Utility If Check Firmware Version is checked the utility compares the device s firmware level with the upgrade files If the device s version is newer the utility lets you decide whether to continue or not ff it is not checked the utility performs the upgrade directly Click Next to begin Device List gt Loading 4 testing files gt Loading 4 testing files OK gt Searching for devices Click Next to perform the upgrade If you enabled Check Firmware Version the Utility compares the device s firmware level with that of the upgrade files If it finds that the device s version is higher than the upgrade version it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to continue or cancel Warning p The firmware Ver 1 0 086 is not newer than current firmware Ver 1 0 086 e in device 101 001 002 Continue the upgrade Yes No Soe A If you didn t enable Check Firmware Version the Utility installs the upgrade files without
27. ctors Console KB 1 x USB Type A Female Black Pors Video 1 x HDB 15 Female Blue 1 x DVI I Female white Mouse 1 x USB Type A F Black Speakers 2 x Mini Stereo Jack F Green 1 x front panel 1 x rear panel Mic 2 x Mini Stereo Jack F Pink 1 x front panel 1 x rear panel KVM KB Mouse 8 x USB Type B Female White rons Video 8 x DVI I Female White Speakers 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female Green Mic 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female Pink F W Upgrade 1 x RJ11 Female Black Power 1 x DC Jack USB 2 0 Hub 2 x USB Type A Female White 1 x front panel 1 x rear panel Switches Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton Reset 1 x Semi recessed Pushbutton F W Upgrade 1 x Slide Switch LEDs USB Link 8 Green on Line Selected 8 Orange Power 1 Dark Green Emulation Keyboard Mouse USB Video Digital DVI Single Link 1920 x 1200 DVI Dual Link 2560 x 1600 Analog 2048 x 1536 VGA DDC2B Scan Interval 1 255 Seconds Default 5 secs Power Consumption DC 5 3 V 6 36 W Environment Operating Temp 0 50 C Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non condensing Physical Housing Metal Properties Weight 2 80 kg Dimensions 43 72 x 16 11 x 4 40 cm L x W x H 72 Appendix Administrator Login Failure If you are unable to perform an Administrator login because the username password information has become corrupted or you have forgotten it for example you can clear the login informa
28. e lt 73 Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings eee eee 74 Limited Warranty e Ee a aA E a eee 74 vii CS1768 CS1788 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS1768 CS1788 system It covers all aspects of installation configuration and operation An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below Introduction introduces you to the CS1768 CS1788 system Its purpose features and benefits are presented and its front and back panel components are described Hardware Setup describes how to set up your installation The necessary steps for a basic single stage hookup three stage cascade and multi view installation are provided Basic Operation explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the CS1768 CS1788 OSD Operation provides a complete description of the CS1768 CS1788 s OSD On Screen Display and how to work with it Hotkey Operation details all of the concepts and procedures involved in the Hotkey operation of your CS1768 CS1788 installation Keyboard Operation provides tables that list the PC to Mac and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings The Firmware Upgrade Utility explains how to use this utility to upgrade the CS1768 CS1788 s firmware with the latest available versions and perform an OSD configuration backup restore An Appendix provides specifications and other technica
29. e port for which you wish to set the com puter s operating system 2 Set the operating system by pressing Spacebar to cycle through WIN MAC SUN or OTHER 3 Press Esc to exit The operating system you selected is assigned to the KVM port FIRMWARE UPGRADE In order to upgrade the CS1768 CS1788 firmware see page 59 you must first enable Firmware Upgrade mode with this setting When you bring up this menu the current firmware version levels are displayed Select Y to enable Firmware Upgrade mode or N to leave this menu without enabling it KEYBOARD LANGUAGE Sets the language for the computer keyboard attached to the KVM port To select a keyboard language double click it or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter Choices are AUTO default ENGLISH US ENGLISH UK GERMAN GER GERMAN SWISS FRENCH JAPANESE KOREAN RUSSIAN SPANISH TRADITIONAL CHINESE and SIMPLIFIED CHINESE Continues on next page 41 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function SET Sets the video signal for each KVM port for the computers attached COMPUTER to the CS1768 CS1788 VIDEO INPUT Options are DVI A DVI D SET CONSOLE Sets the console video output If the computer attached to the VIDEO OUTPUT CS1768 CS1788 is VGA output this can be set to display on either the VGA or the DVI console monitor Option
30. e set with this function the user is automatically logged out A login is necessary before the console can be used again This enables other users to gain access to the computers when the original user is no longer accessing them but has forgotten to log out To set the timeout value key in a number from 1 180 minutes then press Enter The default setting of O disables this function EDIT PORT NAMES To help remember which computer is attached to a particular port every port can be given a name This function allows the administrator to create modify or delete port names To edit a port name 1 Click the port or use the navigation keys to move the highlight bar to it then press Enter 2 Key in the new port name or modify delete the old one The maximum number of characters allowed for the port name is 12 Legal characters include All alpha characters A Z All numeric characters 0 9 e 2 Case does not matter the OSD displays the port name in all capitals no matter how they were keyed in 3 When you have finished editing press Enter to have the change take effect To abort the change press Esc RESTORE DEFAULT VALUES This function is used to undo all changes and return the setup to the original factory default settings See Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings page 74 except for the port name list username and password information which are saved CLEAR THE NAME LIST
31. ecovery There are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery When a firmware upgrade is manually aborted When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails When the I O firmware upgrade fails To perform a firmware upgrade recovery do the following 1 Power off the switch 2 Connect the Firmware Upgrade Cable to its Firmware Upgrade Port 3 Slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch to the Recover position 4 Power the switch back on and repeat the upgrade procedure 5 After the switch has been successfully upgraded power it off and slide the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch back to the Normal position 6 If the switch is one of the cascaded switches plug it back into the installation 7 Power the switch back on 64 7 The Firmware Management Utility OSD Configuration Backup Restore The Firmware Management Utility lets you backup the current OSD configuration of the CS1768 CS1788 and restore it when necessary Storing the OSD configuration settings is useful when deploying more than one installation that uses the same settings Backup Follow these steps to store a backup file to a local computer 1 Make sure your computer is connected to the CS1768 CS1788 See Preparation page 60 and follow steps 1 3 When you have selected the F4 ADM function scroll down to OSD CONFIG BACKUP RESTORE Press Enter then press Y to invoke OSD Config Backup Restore mode Run the F
32. een damaged The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair Do not connect the RJ 11 connector marked UPGRADE to a public telecommunication network 68 Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack the slide rails can pinch your fingers After a device is inserted into the rack carefully extend the rail into a locking position and then slide the device into the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Make sure that all equipm
33. ent used on the rack including power strips and other electrical connectors is properly grounded Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack Caution Slide rail LCD KVM mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space 69 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support including troubleshooting documentation and software updates http support aten com For telephone support see Telephone Support page iii North America Email Support support aten usa com Online Technical Support Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates http www aten usa com support Telephone Support 1 888 999 ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us please have the following information ready beforehand Product model number serial number and date of purchase Your computer configuration including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the error Any other information you feel may be of help 70 Appendix C
34. er Manual Quick Hotkey Control The Quick Hotkey see HOTKEY page 38 can be toggled between Num Lock and Ctrl F12 To toggle the Quick Hotkey 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press H After you press H the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode OSD Hotkey Control The OSD Hotkey see OSD HOTKEY page 37 can be toggled between Scroll Lock Scroll Lock and Ctrl Ctrl To toggle the OSD Hotkey key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press T After you press T the command line displays HOTKEY HAS BEEN CHANGED for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit Hotkey mode 52 5 Hotkey Operation Port OS Control A port s operating system can be changed to match that of the computer attached to the port To change a port s operating system key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in Function where Function refers to one of the function keys in the following table Key Description F1 Sets the Port OS to Windows F2 Sets the Port OS to Mac F3 Sets the Port OS to Sun After pressing a function key you automatically exit Hotkey mode
35. for the CS1768 CS1788 that corresponds to the KVM port number that it is connected to A computer attached to a slave unit has a four digit Port ID The first two digits represent the KVM port number on the master and the second two digits represent the KVM port number on the slave unit that the computer is connected to For example a Port ID of 02 08 would refer to a computer that is connected to KVM port 8 of a slave unit that links back to KVM port 2 of the master unit 30 3 Basic Operation Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to power off a CS1768 CS1788 do the following before restarting it 1 Unplug the CS1768 CS1788 from its power source 2 Shut down all the computers that are attached to it Note Unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Otherwise the CS1768 CS1788 will still receive power from the computers 3 Wait 10 seconds then plug the CS1768 CS1788 back in 4 Power on the computers Note If there are stations cascaded down from the master CS1768 CS1788 all the cascaded stations and the computers attached to them must be shut down as well 31 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 32 Chapter 4 OSD Operation OSD Overview The on screen display OSD is a mouse and keyboard enabled menu driven method to handle computer control and switching operations All procedu
36. from the console are broadcast to to all available computers on the installation This function is particularly useful for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers such as performing a system wide shutdown installing or upgrading software etc 43 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual While BRC mode is in effect a speaker symbol appears before the port ID display of the port that currently has the console focus When the port ID with the speaker symbol displays the background screen is blank While BRC mode is in effect the mouse will not function normally You must exit BRC mode in order to regain control of the mouse To exit BRC mode invoke the OSD with the OSD hotkey then click the F6 field or press F6 to turn BRC mode off When BRC mode is in effect the Scroll Lock LED flashes It stops flashing and reverts to normal status when you exit BRC F7 SCAN Clicking the F7 field or pressing F7 invokes Auto Scan mode This function allows you to automatically switch among the available computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself The selection of computers to be included for auto scanning is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 38 The amount of time that each port displays for is set with the Scan Duration setting under the F3 SET function see page 37 When you want
37. h KVM and Audio only To use the port ID method key in 2 key in the Port ID then press Enter to switch KVM Audio and USB focus or Spacebar to switch KVM and Audio only Note You can key in a partial name or port ID In that case the screen will show all the computers that the user has View rights to see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 that match the name or port ID pattern regardless of the current list settings see F2 LIST page 36 for details To return to the OSD main screen without making a choice press Esc F2 LIST This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSD displays on the main screen The submenu choices and their meanings are given in the table below Choice Meaning ALL Lists all of the ports on the installation that have been set accessible by the administrator for the current logged in user QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 41 POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers powered on QUICK VIEW Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports see POWERED ON SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 41 and that have their attached computers powered on Move the highlight bar to the choice you want then press Enter An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one 36 4 OSD Operation
38. he correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Package Contents 1 CS1768 CS1788 8 port USB DVI KVM Switch with Rack Mounting Kit 2 Custom USB DVI D KVM Cable Sets 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable 1 Power Adapter 1 Foot Pad Set 4 pcs 1 User Instructions Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping If you encounter a problem contact your dealer Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and or any of the devices connected to it Features may have been added to the CS1768 CS1788 since this manual was printed Please visit our website to download the most up to date version Copyright 2011 2012 ATENO International Co Ltd Manual Part No PAPE 0358 AT1G Manual Date 2012 07 04 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co Ltd All rights reserved All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Contents EGC Inform tion tirita i ROHS ii ii ek ee A gy oats A Poe agrese Je Ted ii SIT 113645200600 cuca latas a a ea ii User Information o ooooooooorr ee eee ee eee iii Online Registration 4 440 eee iii Telepho
39. irmware Management Utility In the dialog box choose OSD Configuration Backup Restore then click Next In the window that appears click Connect Device OSD Configuration Backup Restore Yer 1 1 063 Communication Device Connection Setting Backup Password Restore File Path Password Status Messages In the Password field key in a password for the file Note Setting a password is optional If you do not set one the file can be restored without specifying a password Click Backup When the browser asks what you want to do with the file select Save to disk then save it in a convenient location 65 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Restore Follow these steps to restore a backup file from a local computer 1 Do steps 1 to 3 of the previous section See Backup page 65 2 Click Restore to recover an OSD configuration stored in the local computer If you have previously set a password for this feature enter the password in the provided field before clicking Restore A confirmation window appears click Yes to proceed 3 Browse for the OSD configuration file you want to use and click Restore Make sure the backup file is in the local computer 4 A confirmation window appears when the restore process is done and successful Click OK to close it 66 Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions Save them for future refe
40. king the file icon or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it The Firmware Upgrade Utility welcome screen appears 22 Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome to the Fimware Upgrade Utility Put your device into Fimware Upgrade Mode Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable to connect its Firmware Upgrade Port to your computer or connect via Ethemet Agree to the License Agreement Then Click Next LICENSE AGREEMENT a LICENSE GRANT JATEN Intemational Co Ltd Licensor grants to you a non exclusive non ransferable license to ss and use FIRMWARE UPGRADE UTILITY the Product during the Term set forth below ou may install the Product on a hard disk or other storage device install and use the Product on a file server for use on a network for the purposes of i permanent installation onto hard disks or other storage devices or i use of the Product over such network and make backup copies of the Product RESTRICTIONS You agree not to modify adapt translate reverse engineer recompile disassemble or otherwise attempt to discover the source code of the Product or create derivative works based on the Product or remove ny proprietary notices or labels on the Product including copyright trademark or patent pending notices You may not sublicense the Product or otherwise allow others to use the Product licensed to you v Agree C Dont Agree mo nos cmos Note The screens shown in this se
41. l information regarding the CS1768 CS1788 viii CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced A Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys you should press For example Enter means to press the Enter key If keys need to be chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start gt Run means to open the Start menu and then select Run Indicates critical information Product Information For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers International http www aten com North America http www aten usa com CS1768 CS1788 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The CS1768 CS1788 is a control unit that allows access and control of up to 8 computers from a single USB keyboard USB mouse and monitor DVI or VGA console The CS1768 supports Single Link DVI the CS1788 supports Dual Link DVI The CS1768 CS1788 can be cascaded to th
42. lection pushbutton for longer than two seconds to bring the KVM USB hub and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port Press a pushbutton for less than two seconds to bring the KVM and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port Press pushbuttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds to start Auto Scan Mode See Auto Scan Mode page 49 for details Press pushbuttons 7 and 8 simultaneously for 2 seconds to perform a keyboard and mouse reset See Keyboard Mouse Reset page 51 also 2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches The upper ones are the KVM Port LEDs the lower ones are the USB LEDs KVM Lights DIM ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to the corresponding port is up and running On Line Flashes to indicate that Firmware Upgrade mode is in effect Changes to BRIGHT ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus Selected Flashes to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is being accessed under Auto Scan mode USB Lights GREEN to indicate that the computer attached to its corre sponding port is the one that has access to the USB peripherals CS1768 CS1788 User Manual No Component Description 3 Firmware During normal operation and while performing a firmware Upgrade upgrade this switch should be i
43. lugging Console Ports The keyboard monitor and mouse can all be hot plugged When hot plugging the mouse You may unplug and replug the mouse to reset the mouse for example as long as you use the same mouse Ifyou plug in a different mouse all the computers on the installation must be shut down for 10 seconds then restarted following the power up sequence described under Steps 6 7 and 8 under Two Stage Cascade page 20 Note If after hot plugging there is no response to keyboard and or mouse input perform a Keyboard and Mouse Reset by simultaneously pressing the and 2 front panel port LEDs 29 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Port Selection The CS1768 CS1788 provides three port selection methods to access the computers on the installation Manual an OSD on screen display menu system and Hotkeys See Chapter 4 OSD Operation and Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation for more information Manual Port Switching Use the front panel pushbutton switches to manually switch to a port Port ID Numbering Each port on a CS1768 CS 1788 installation is assigned a unique Port ID You can directly access any computer on any level of the installation by specifying the Port ID that the computer is connected to either with the OSD see OSD Operation page 33 or with the Hotkey port selection method see Hotkey Operation page 47 A computer attached to a master unit has a two digit Port ID from 01 08
44. n the NORMAL position If a Recovery firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully Switch this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade recovery See Firmware Upgrade Recovery page 64 for details 4 Audio Ports The cables from your main speakers and main microphone plug in here The speakers and microphone plugged in here have priority over those in the rear panel 5 USB 2 0 Hub USB 2 0 peripherals printers scanners etc can plug into this port this may require an extra power adapter Note USB 2 0 function is available on the first level only 6 Reset Switch Pressing this switch performs a system reset When the system is reset the switch beeps and the port LEDs flash in succession until the reset is complete After the reset is complete you can login again Note This switch is recessed and must be pushed with a small object such as the end of a paper clip or a ballpoint pen 7 Power LED Lights to indicate that the switch is powered up and ready to operate 1 Introduction Rear View k FElooEooElooF ooEloolHooEoolF oo jo uo queno Eso c aes o GEE oE oE
45. nds and Always DURATION Off PORT ID Selects how the port ID is displayed the port number plus the port DISPLAY name PORT NUMBER PORT NAME default the port number MODE alone PORT NUMBER or the port name alone PORT NAME SCAN Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles DURATION through the selected ports in Auto Scan mode see F7 SCAN page 44 Key in a value from 1 255 seconds then press Enter Default is 5 seconds a setting of 0 disables the SCAN function Continues on next page 37 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function SCAN SKIP MODE Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode see F5 SKP page 43 and Auto Scan mode see F7 SCAN page 44 Choices are ALL All the ports which have been set accessible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 QUICK VIEW Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as quick view ports see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 41 POWERED ON Only those ports which have been set accessible and are powered on QUICK VIEW POWERED ON Only those ports which have been set accessible and have been selected as quick view ports and are powered on The default is ALL Note The quick view choices only show up on the administrator s screen since only he has Quick View setting rights see SET QUICK VIEW PORTS page 41 for details SCREEN BLANKER If
46. ne Support 0 0 0 cece eee eee eee iii User Notice ca a a ae aca iii Package Contents eee eee teens iv Gontenis pa dm cot ie ta bo the fee ra ao Rha e A V About this Manual ee ee eee viii GONVENTIONS Li es anced ere ne A yl a a a ix Product Information ee ix 1 Introduction OVETVISW E grada en ed e She ha 1 Feature S Graco A ta dla dad ona 2 Requirements sorp AA A A ddd a 4 Console atril e zad a es ak dd tr ea tee a 4 Computers aaia Miia eee a book ete 4 Cables sce ie Pee v ny Se oe ea oa ed wee 5 Operating Systems 0 EA nA 6 COMPONENTS ko ci ia rc re Pony eee od pes 7 BORA ER S RO E Blane Recta a or O P 7 Rear VieW ii ne id na capo o dins nade a 9 2 Hardware Setup DTS 23 saa tits O A A Sme od n 11 Installation Types lt 0 ee eee eae 11 Before You Begin 1 2 6 2 0c eee eee eee 11 Stacking and Rack Mounting 000 e cece eee eee 12 SACKING cred Biot Led Fannie eke wea He 12 Rack Mounting Front 00 cece eee ee 13 Rack Mounting Rear ee eee 15 Single Stage Installation lt 17 Console Monitor Connection Options 4 18 Single Stage Installation Diagram lt 19 Two Stage Cascade eee eee eee 20 Three Stage Cascade 1 2 eee 22 Multi view Installation 0 0 0 0 cece eee 24 Cable Connections for Multi view Installation 24 Multi view Installation Diagram
47. nistrator field or one of the user fields a screen that allows you to key in the username and password appears Usernames and passwords can be from 1 to 16 characters long and can consist of any combination of letters and numbers A Z 0 9 and some additional keys space 3 For each individual key in the username and password confirm the password then press Enter 4 To modify or delete a previous username and or password use the backspace key to erase individual letters or numbers Press Enter when done Note Usernames and passwords are not case sensitive Usernames are displayed in capital letters in the OSD SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS This function allows the administrator to define user access to the computers on the installation on a port by port basis For each user select the target port then press the Spacebar to cycle through the choices F full access V view only or blank Repeat until all access rights have been set then press Enter The default is F for all users on all ports Note A blank setting means that no access rights are granted The port will not show up on the user s LIST on the main screen The administrator always has full access to all ports Continues on next page 39 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Continued from previous page Setting Function SET LOGOUT TIMEOUT If there is no input from the console for the amount of tim
48. o register your product at our online support center International http support aten com North America http www aten usa com product registration Telephone Support For telephone support call this number International 886 2 8692 6959 China 86 10 5255 0110 Japan 81 3 5615 5811 Korea 82 2 467 6789 North America 1 888 999 ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44 8 4481 58923 User Notice All information documentation and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if t
49. obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over 67 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or un interruptible power supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock Do not attempt to service the device yourself Refer all servicing to gualified service personnel If the following conditions occur unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to gualified service personnel for repair The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed Liquid has been spilled into the device The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has b
50. ode compliant keystrokes can be input You must exit Skip mode in order to regain normal control of the console 3 To exit Skip mode press Esc or Spacebar 50 5 Hotkey Operation Keyboard Mouse Reset If the keyboard or mouse cease to function on the computer connected to the currently selected port you can perform a keyboard mouse reset on the computer This function is essentially the same as unplugging and replugging the keyboard and mouse on the target computer To perform a computer keyboard mouse reset key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press F5 After you press F5 you automatically exit Hotkey mode and regain keyboard and mouse control on the computer connected to the KVM port If you fail to regain keyboard mouse control on the computer after pressing F5 perform a console keyboard and mouse reset For more information see Port LEDs page 7 Hotkey Beeper Control The beeper see Activate Beeper page 40 can be hotkey toggled on and off To toggle the beeper key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Press B After you press B the beeper toggles on or off The command line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second then the message disappears and you automatically exit hotkey mode 51 CS1768 CS1788 Us
51. onsole 3 To exit Auto Scan mode press Esc or Spacebar Auto scanning stops when you exit Auto Scan mode 49 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Skip Mode This feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitor them manually You can dwell on a particular port for as long as you like as opposed to auto scanning which automatically switches after a fixed interval To invoke Skip mode key in the following hotkey combination 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in Arrow Where Arrow refers to one of the arrow keys After you press an arrow you automatically exit hotkey mode and enter Skip mode where you can switch ports as follows lt Skips to the previous accessible port See Scan Skip Mode page 38 for information regarding accessible ports gt Skips to the next accessible port Skips to the next accessible port If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the first accessible port of that switch y Skips to the previous accessible port If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the last accessible port of that switch Once you are in Skip mode you can keep on skipping by pressing the arrow keys You don t have to use the Num Lock combination again While Skip mode is in effect ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only Skip m
52. ontrol and F12 Keys 1 Hold down the Ctrl key 2 Press and release the F12 key 3 Release the Ctrl key CET1 F12 When Hotkey mode is active A command line appears on the monitor screen The command line prompt 1s the word Hotkey in white text on a blue background and displays the subseguent hotkey information that you key in Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended only hotkey compliant keystrokes described in the sections that follow can be input Pressing Esc exits Hotkey mode Select the Active Port Each KVM port is assigned a port ID see Port ID Numbering page 30 You can directly access any computer on the installation with a hotkey combination that specifies the port ID of the KVM port that a computer is connected to To access a computer using hotkeys 1 Invoke hotkey mode with the Num Lock or Ctrl F12 combination 2 Key in the port ID The port ID numbers display on the command line as you key them in If you make a mistake use Backspace to erase the wrong number 3 Press Enter After you press Enter the KVM focus switches to the designated computer and you automatically exit hotkey mode Note In hotkey mode KVM focus will not switch to a port if an invalid switch or port number is entered The hotkey command line will continue to display on the screen until you enter a valid switch and port number combination or exit hotkey mode 48 5
53. pe A microphone and speaker connectors into their corresponding USB microphone and speaker sockets Note Verify that all the plugs are in the same KVM Port sockets all in Port 1 all in Port 2 etc and that each socket is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate itself 4 At the other end of the cable plug the USB Type B video microphone and speaker cables into their respective ports on the computer 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 for any other computers you are connecting up 6 For each Second Stage unit plug the power adapter cable into its Power Jack then plug the power adapter into an AC source 7 Plug the First Stage unit s power adapter cable into its Power Jack then plug the power adapter into an AC source Continues on next page 20 2 Hardware Setup 8 Turn on the power to all the computers Note The Power On seguence reguires that all Second Stage units be powered on first After all the Second Stage units have been powered on then the First Stage unit must be powered on next After the Second and First stage units have been powered on the computers can be powered on Two Stage Installation Diagram J lo 0 E o0 0E 0 0 E oo H o o E ooEloo D o o GEEH o Eo oo OG oE o oE USB DVI KVM Cable Set
54. profile information Firmware upgradable DVI digital and analog monitor support fully compliant with the DVI specifications Video DynaSync exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports Superior video quality 1920 x 1200 Single Link DVI CS1768 2560 x 1600 Dual Link DVI CS1788 2048 x 1536 VGA DDC2B Supports widescreen resolutions Audio enabled full bass response provides a rich experience for 2 1 channel surround sound systems Console audio ports on front panel for easy access Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers HDCP compatible Multiplatform support Windows Linux Mac Sun 1 Introduction Console mouse port emulation bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and multifunction mice Complete keyboard emulation for error free booting Mac Sun keyboard support and emulation Multilingual OSD supports English German Japanese Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese Spanish Russian and French Multilingual keyboard mapping supports English US English UK French German Japanese Korean Traditional Chinese and Spanish Note 1 For PC compatible computers Mac and Sun computers must use the USB cable connections see Cables page 5 2 PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac Sun keyboards Mac Sun keyboard work only with their own computers CS1768 CS1788 U
55. ree levels allowing up to 73 units to control up to 512 computers all from the original single console In addition the CS1768 CS1788 features multi view functionality which enables the use of standard USB cables to stack up to four switches for dual triple and guad viewing in multiple monitor installations where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards Furthermore the CS1768 CS1788 comes with ATEN s Video DynaSync technology which optimizes display resolution There are three convenient methods to access any computer connected to the installation 1 using the pushbutton port selection switches located on each unit s front panel 2 entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard and 3 selecting from menus provided by the on screen display OSD The CS1768 CS1788 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio enabled Two microphones can provide audio input to each of the computers and you can listen to the audio output of each computer on two sets of speakers on a one at a time basis Setup is fast and easy simply plug cables into their appropriate ports There is no software to configure no installation routines and no incompatibility problems Since the CS1768 CS1788 intercepts keyboard input directly it works on multiple operating platforms PC compatible Mac Sun etc Since a single console manages all of the computers on your installation a CS1768 CS1788 KVM switch setup 1 eliminate
56. rence Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device Do not place the device on any unstable surface cart stand table etc If the device falls serious damage will result Do not use the device near water Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adeguate ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The device should never be placed on a soft surface bed sofa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adeguate ventilation has been provided Never spill liguid of any kind on the device Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liguid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V phase to phase voltage To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded The device is equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your
57. res start from the OSD main screen OSD Login The OSD incorporates a two level administrator user password system Before the OSD main screen displays a login screen appears reguiring a password If this is the first time that the OSD is used or if the password function has not been set simply press Enter The OSD main screen displays in administrator mode In this mode you have administrator privileges with access to all administrator and user functions and can set up operations including password authorization as you like If the password function has been set you must provide an appropriate administrator user password in order to access the OSD OSD Hotkey You can display the OSD on the console monitor while also viewing the display of any port on the CS1768 CS1788 by pressing the Scroll Lock key twice Note You can optionally change the OSD hotkey to the Ctrl key in which case you would press Ctrl twice see OSD Hotkey page 37 With this method you must press the same Ctrl key 33 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual OSD Main Screen When you invoke the OSD a screen similar to the one below appears ADMINISTRATOR PN OV NAME Note 1 The diagram depicts the administrator s main screen The user main screen does not show the F4 and F6 functions since these are reserved for the administrator and can t be accessed by users 2 The OSD always starts in list view with the highligh
58. s and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 57 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible 101 104 key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key Ctrl is used in conjunction with other keys The corresponding functions are shown in the table below PC Keyboard Sun Keyboard Ctrl T Stop Ctrl F2 Again Ctrl F3 Props Ctrl F4 Undo Ctrl F5 Front Ctrl F6 Copy Ctrl F7 Open Ctrl F8 Paste Ctrl F9 Find Ctrl F10 Cut Ctrl 1 m Ctrl 2 O m Ctrl 3 O Ctrl 4 C Ctrl H Help E Compose sa Note When using key combinations press and release the first key Ctrl then press and release the activation key 58 Chapter 7 The Firmware Management Utility Introduction The purpose of the Windows based Firmware Management Utility is to provide an automated process for upgrading all CS1768 CS1788 switches in an installation The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device As new firmware versions become available new firmware upgrade packages are posted on our website Check the website regularly to find the latest information and packages Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package To download the firmware upgrade package 1 From a computer that is no
59. s are DVI A to VGA select this option if you have one DVI monitor with a DVI D plus VGA connector or if you have two monitors 1 x DVI 1 x VGA DVI A to DVI I select this option if you have one DVI monitor with a DVI I connector Note In a cascade installation or if you are using a VGA to DVI adapter in your installation select DVI A to DVI I MOUSE EMULATION Enables disable mouse emulation function Note Supported in the first level of an installation only ACTIVATE Multi view Enables multi view mode for dual triple or guad viewing in multiple monitor installations where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards See Multi view Installation page 24 for full details Note multi view mode must be enabled on the OSD before the cables are connected OSD CONFIG BACKUP RESTORE Enters OSD Configuration Backup Restore mode The Firmware Management Utility lets you backup the current OSD configuration of the CS1768 CS1788 and restore it when necessary Storing the OSD configuration settings is useful when deploying more than one installation that uses the same settings See OSD Configuration Backup Restore page 65 for full details 42 4 OSD Operation F5 SKP Clicking the F5 field or pressing F5 invokes Skip SKP mode This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward switching the console focus from the currently active computer port to the previou
60. s or next accessible one The selection of computers available for skip mode switching is made with the Scan Skip mode setting under the F3 SET function see page 37 When you are in skip mode press lt to skip to the previous accessible port on the list press gt to skip to the next accessible port on the list press T to skip to the next accessible port If the next accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the first accessible port of that switch press y to skip to the previous accessible port If the previous accessible port has cascaded a switch then it skips to the last accessible port of that switch Note When you skip you only skip to the previous or next accessible computer that is in the Scan Skip mode selection page 38 Ifa port has been selected for Scan Skip mode when the focus switches to that port a left right triangle symbol appears before its port ID display When the port ID with the triangle symbol displays the background screen 1s blank While skip mode is in effect the console will not function normally You must exit skip mode in order to regain control of the console When the selected port displays skip mode is automatically disabled To exit skip mode press Spacebar or Esc F6 BRC F6 is an administrator only function Clicking the F6 field or pressing F6 invokes Broadcast BRC mode When this function is in effect commands sent
61. s the expense of having to purchase a separate keyboard monitor and mouse for each computer 2 saves all the space those extra components would take up 3 saves on energy costs and 4 eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving from one computer to another Note The CS1768 CS1788 offers two types of installation 1 standalone cascade and 2 multi view that require different cabling setups Therefore the functions of both types are not available in one installation CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Features One USB console controls eight Single Link DVI CS1768 Dual Link DVI CS1788 or VGA computers and two additional USB 2 0 devices Supports both digital DVI and analog VGA video mixed operation possible Cascadable to three levels control up to 512 computers Multi view feature stack up to four CS1768 CS1788 units and display video from up to four monitors dual view triple view quad view 2 port USB 2 0 hub built in Fully compliant with the USB 2 0 specification Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons hotkeys and multilingual on screen display OSD Independent switching of KVM and USB focus Broadcast mode allows you to send commands from the console to all computers to perform operations simultaneously OSD Backup Restore feature enables the administrator to back up the switch s configuration and user
62. ser Manual Reguirements Console A DVI compatible monitor capable of the highest possible resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation Note For multi view installations multiple monitors are required See Multi view Installation page 24 for details A VGA SVGA XGA SXGA or multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation optional A USB mouse A USB keyboard Microphone and speakers optional Computers The following equipment must be available on each computer A DVI card Note 1 The quality of the display is affected by the quality of the DVI display card For best results we recommend you purchase a high quality product 2 For multi view installations the computers require multiple DVI cards See Multi view Installation page 24 for details A VGA SVGA XGA SXGA or multisync card optional Type A USB port Microphone and speaker ports optional Note The VGA monitor and VGA card are supported by the CS1768 CS1788 but are both optional Refer to Console Monitor Connection Options page 18 for more information on console and computer equipment installation 1 Introduction Cables Only custom USB DVI KVM cable sets which are specifically designed to work with this switch may be used to link to the computers Two cable sets are provided with this package Note
63. t bar at the same position it was in the last time it was closed 3 Only the ports that have been set accessible by the administrator for the current logged in user are visible see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS page 39 for details 4 If the port list is collapsed click on a switch number or move the highlight bar to it then press the right arrow key to expand the list Similarly to collapse a switch s port list click on the switch number or move the highlight bar to it then press the left arrow key to collapse the list OSD Main Screen Headings PN This column lists the port ID numbers for all the KVM ports on the installation The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the highlight bar to it then press Enter QV If a port has selected for quick view scanning see Set Quick View Ports page 41 an arrowhead displays in this column The computers that are powered on and are online have a sun symbol in this column NAME If a port has been given a name see Edit Port Names page 40 its name appears in this column 34 4 OSD Operation OSD Navigation To dismiss the menu and deactivate OSD click the X at the upper right corner of the OSD window or press Esc To log out click F8 at the top of the main screen or press F8 To move up or down through the list one line at a time click the up and down triangle symbols A V or use the up and down arrow keys If there
64. t part of your KVM installation go to our website and choose the model name that relates to your device A list of available firmware upgrade packages appears 2 Choose the firmware upgrade package that you wish to install usually the most recent and download it to your computer 59 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Preparation To prepare for the firmware upgrade do the following 1 Use the Firmware Upgrade Cable provided with this unit to connect a COM port on your computer to the Firmware Upgrade Port of your switch A sy gt AS le Weg e BE O FZ II O O CENO ORO ED 000 E E o EEE ooHooHEooHooHooH6HooHEooHEoo KED o Eo Eo E E EEE EA dGEie 2 Shut down all the computers on the KVM installation 3 From your KVM switch console login to the OSD as the administrator see p 33 and select the F4 ADM function 4 Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE Press Enter then press Y to invoke Firmware Upgrade mode see p 41 60 7 The Firmware Management Utility Starting the Upgrade To upgrade the firmware 1 Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double clic
65. t the surface is clean and free of any materials that can block the exhaust vents or otherwise interfere with normal operation of the switch To place the CS1768 CS1788 or to stack units if you are cascading them remove the backing material from the bottom of the rubber feet that came with this package and stick them onto the bottom panel at the corners as shown in the diagram below 2 Hardware Setup Rack Mounting Front 1 Remove the screws from the left and right sides of the switch 2 screws total near the front of the switch 2 Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides near the front of the unit Continues on next page CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Continued from previous page 3 Place the KVM switch in the rack Position it so that the holes in the mounting brackets line up with the holes in the rack Secure the mounting brackets to the front of the rack 14 2 Hardware Setup Rack Mounting Rear 1 Remove 1 screw each from the left and right sides of the switch 2 screws total near the rear of the unit 2 Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to screw the rack mounting brackets into the sides near the rear of the unit Continues on next page 15 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Continued from previous page 3 Place
66. tays blank except for the OSD main screen You must input your username and password before you can continue 2 If you reenter the OSD after logging out and immediately use Esc to deactivate the OSD without having selected a port from the OSD menu a null port message displays on the screen The OSD hotkey will bring up the main OSD screen 45 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 46 Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port Control Hotkey port control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard The CS1768 CS1788 provides the following hotkey port control features Selecting the Active Port Auto Scan Mode Switching Skip Mode Switching Computer Keyboard Mouse Reset Enable Disable Mouse Emulation The following settings can also be controlled in Hotkey mode Setting the Beeper Setting the Quick Hotkey Setting the OSD Hotkey Setting the Port Operating System Restoring the OSD Default Values Invoke Hotkey Mode All hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey mode There are two possible keystroke sequences used to invoke Hotkey mode though only one can be operational at any given time Number Lock and Minus Keys 1 Hold down the Num Lock key 2 Press and release the minus key 3 Release the Num Lock key Num Lock 47 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual C
67. tion with the following procedure 1 Power off the CS1768 CS1788 and remove its housing 2 Short the jumper labeled J30 E E EH E E EME E E fi o 5 o Ys o 5 o 5 o J30 DEFAULT ATEN PASSWORD Power on the switch When the front panel LEDs flash power off the switch Remove the jumper cap from J30 Close the housing and start the CS1768 CS1788 back up After you start back up you can use the default login procedure see OSD Login page 33 to login Oo WU KR W 73 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings Setting Hotkey Default Port Switching Default Alternate T Scroll Lock Scroll Lock Invoking HSM H Number Lock Auto Scan Interval A Enter 5 seconds Mouse Emulation M Enabled Port Switching Keys On Off X Enter Enabled Buzzer B Enabled Video DynaSync D Enabled Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect
68. to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or update For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor 74 Index A OSD setting 41 Activate Beeper 40 port 60 ADM 39 recovery 64 Auto Scanning 44 Invoking Auto Scan 49 G Pausing Auto Scan 49 GOTO 36 Scan Duration 37 Stopping 49 H Hot Plugging 29 B Console Ports 29 Beeper KVM ports 29 Activate 40 Hotkey Control 51 Beeper Control 51 52 Hotkey Control 51 52 Command Mode 38 BRC 43 OSD 37 Broadcast Mode 43 Selecting the Active Port 48 Hotkey Mode C exiting 48 Clear the Name List 40 invoking 47 Components 7 Hotkey Port Control 47 Computer Connection Tables 71 l D Installation desktop mounting 12 single stage 17 two stage 20 E three stage 22 Edit Port Names 40 multi view 24 Invoking Hotkey Mode 47 F F1 GOTO 36 K F2 LIST 36 Keyboard Emulation F3 SET 37 Mac 57 F4 ADM 39 Sun 58 F5 SKP 43 F6 BRC 43 L F7 SCAN 44 LIST 36 F8 LOUT 45 Logout 45 Firmware upgrade Logout Timeout 40 LOUT 45 CS1768 CS1788 User Manual M mounting desktop 12 rack 12 O Online Registration iii OSD Backup Restore 63 Functions 35 Hotkey 33 37 Logout 45 Main Screen 33 34 Main Screen Headings

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