Mars Series Stand Alone & Modular CAT5 KVM Switch User Manual
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1. Mini USB 2 0 receptacle Support Daisy Chaining with both Bus 8 layer and Tree 2 layer topologies DB15 Female Connector 120 128 PC selection Hotkey PC Port LEDs 7 seg LED for Bank display security Multilingual OSD On Screen Display control Auto Scan Intervals Keyboard Emulation Mouse Emulation Housing Power Operation Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity Mechanical Dimension Net Weight Mars Series User Manual On Screen Display OSD Menu Hot Key Push Button Provide various Hotkey Scroll Lock Cap Lock Num Lock Alt Ctrl Win 2x LEDs per PC port Power Blue Online Green 1 set Provide ACL Access Control List security function store up to 8 independent controllable PC lists 8 languages English France Germen Spanish ltalian Russian Japanese Simplified Chinese 5 99 Sec PS 2 or USB PS 2 or USB Metal DC power adapter DC 12V 0 50 C 20 60 C 0 95 Non Condensing 19 Rack mount 1U 442 x 140 x 44 mm 17 4 x 5 5 x 1 7 inches 3 0 Kg 6 6 Ibs Table 1 3 Technical Specifications 2 o f 318 Figure 1 1 Mars 8 16 Series Dimensions Mars Series User Manual Mars 8D 16D 32D Series Feature KVM Type PC Port Connector PC Ports Max Distance KVM switch Host Video Resolution Local Console Video Resolution Remote Console Console Ports CAT5 Combo Dongle CAT5 Based Remote Console IP2. a E 3 D 4 5 6 No LED display Make sure the power adapter plugs in the KVM Switch If the LED s still wont light perform soft reset to KVM switch by press BANK button and last port button at the same time Do the hard reset by unplug the power then plug in again The computer boot up fine but keyboard doesn t work PS 2 keyboard or PS 2 mouse port is not designed for Hot Plug USB mouse and keyboard can Hot Plug but need to wait few seconds for Computer bus emulations Don t press any keys on the keyboard while the selected computer is booting up Otherwise it might cause the keyboard error or keyboard is not detected at Host side Make sure the keyboard works when directly plugged into the computer Try a different keyboard but use only 101 102 or 104 key keyboard The Mouse is not detected during PC boot up Make sure to plug in mouse first then plug in keyboard Make sure the USB or PS 2 mouse works when directly plugged into the computer Avoiding moving the mouse or pressing the mouse buttons when switching ports No video signal display on the remote monitor Please go to check all of VGA cables amp connector and CAT5 cable amp connector are firmly connected Video signal is foggy or unclear on the screen Please check if the VGA connector connected firmly Check if the VGA resolution is too high for the length of CAT5 cable being used If the problem happened at VGA resolution to shor
3. 1 Hotkey Function Space bar 1 2 8 bank 01 02 32 port PgUp PgDn B Sch GG DI mm mm ur mu Di 3 U p R L mm mn ur ur Active OSD Previous Channel Next Channel First digit bank number start with 1 Second and third digits port number start with 91 Previous bank Next bank Turn on off beeper Auto Scan Console Security ON to OFF User logout login OSD setting back to factory default value Turn on off power saving Table 4 1 Hotkey 24 Mars Series User Manual Example hitting Scroll Lock twice then hitting key 1 key 0 and key 1 will switch to bank 1 port 01 The first port is local at bottom right at the back panel ll N N EN O Ey Figure 4 1 Hotkey Example Scroll Scroll Lock Lock o ON There are two methods to activate the OSD menu 1 Activate OSD by Mouse Hold the left mouse button press and release the Esc key will active the Port Display Hold the right mouse button press and release the Esc key will active the OSD 2 Active OSD by press Hotkey twice then press Space bar 25 Mars Series User Manual 5 OSD On Screen Display On Screen Display Menu provides a menu driven interface to handle a Multilingual Menu Access Security Computers switching process to name a PC name or server name to set up the password window display time and to search PC port name if you don t remember it lt allows two console users to
4. disable access and O means to enable access 5 3 6 HOTKEY Figure 5 10 Hotkey OSD Function Key Description Enter Select lt Move F1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 8 OSD Function Key 33 Mars Series User Manual some keyboard may not equip with all the special keys Make sure the key you select is available in you keyboard 5 3 7 TIME SETTINGS Figure 5 11 Time Settings OSD Function Key Description Enter Save F 1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 9 OSD Function Key The SCAN TIME 10 SEC means that scan interval from one PC port to next PC port The default SCAN time is 10 seconds and the maximum scan time is 99 seconds can not use number pad Press Enter key to save SCAN TIME 5 3 8 OSD MOUSE You can change the move speed of mouse cursor in his item There are three levels you can choose in it The fastest move speed is FAST the second is MIDDLE and the slowest is SLOW Using and Y key on keyboard to move highlight bar and select what move speed you want to use After press Enter Key the mouse cursor move speed will change 34 Mars Series User Manual Figure 5 12 OSD Mouse OSD Function Key Description Enter Save GE Move F1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 10 OSD Function Key 35 Mars Series User Manual 6 Troubleshooting 1 a 2
5. keyboard to USB keyboard and mouse due HID adapter ez Figure 1 4 PS 2 Keyboard to USB Adapter Daisy Chain Cable HDDB 15 pin Male to Male EN o Figure 1 5 Daisy Chain Cable Ei Daisy chain needs the cable all 15 lines connected This is a Note special VGA cable normal VGA cable has unconnected lines Do not use other VGA cable for daisy chain CAT5 5E 6 Straight Through UTP STP Cable Pair 3 e CH White Orange 2 r E 2 UA Bue 1 Green White Brown 4 4 Brown View looking into RJ45 female Figure 1 6 CAT5 5E 6 Straight Through UTP STP Cable 8P8C Mars Series User Manual 1 6 Rear Panel Mars 8 Mars 16 Mars16D Mars 32D Mars Series User Manual Mars 8D IP Figure 1 7 Rear Panel The Mars KVM switch is designed as one control two views both local console and remote console can access and view the same computer port but only one console control at a time These two consoles are operating on first come first served basis If the controlling console does not have keyboard or mouse activity for 2 seconds the other console may take over the control right Mars Series User Manual Mars 16 C5 Local Console Keyboard Mouse Ports E Local Console VGA Port Daisy Chain Port Connector for Each Host Port Daisy Chain In DC Power Jack Remote Console Port CAT5 Module Mars 32D C5 Remote Console Port CAT5 Module Connect
6. the Internet Communication is secure via SSL encryption 1 1 Features 8 16 32 ports CAT5 KVM switch 82 ports only for modular CAT5 KVM switch Support full CAT5 interface on all computer ports for reducing KVM cable bulk Support one local console or plus optional one remote console CAT5 or IP CAT5 console up to 1000 feet away from KVM switch with superior auto adjust RGB gain delay control capability Support Microsoft Windows Netware Unix and Linux Support IMAC Power MAC and Sun Micro Systems with USB port No Software Required easy PC selection via On Screen Display OSD Menu Push Buttons Hotkeys Mars Series User Manual Provide various Hotkey Scroll Lock Cap Lock Num Lock Alt Ctrl Win for switching computer port and other control functions so Hotkey function can be used in various types of keyboards and to avoid Hotkey duplicate problem Provide ACL Access Control List security function Store up to 8 independent user accounts Hot Plug add or remove connected computers without powering off the KVM switch or computers Support two layers password security protection and search PC server name Plug n Play monitor support Keyboard status restored when switching computers Support Daisy Chain function with both Bus 8 layer and Tree 2 layer topologies Mars Series User Manual 1 2 Package Contents Mars 8 16 Series KVM Switch Unit 1 PCS User s Manual CD ROM 1 PCS Quick Setting Guide 1 PC
7. 0 The password is all eight zero digits 00000000 After login on or port switch either by panel button OSD or Hotkey the screen will display the following information one digit BANK NUMBER two digit PORT NUMBER PORT NAME and current Hotkey any input or mouse move the screen will back to PC Figure 5 2 Login Window Security Logout No input for username and password over 1 minute at login windows the console monitor s signal will be turn off At normal operation no input from console keyboard or mouse over 10 minutes the KVM switch will turn off the screen display then go to Login Windows ask for user name and password 27 Mars Series User Manual 5 2 Port Name Figure 5 3 Port Name OSD Function Key Description F 1 Go to Main Menu F2 CONSOLE OFF F3 Previous Menu Enter Switch to Selected Port G Move Select PgUp Previous Bank PgDn Next bank Esc Quit 1 Show port 01 08 2 Show port 09 16 3 show port 17 24 4 Show port 25 32 Table 5 2 OSD Function Key CONSOLE OFF logout so the next person needs to enter user name and password in order to do operation on this KVM system USER There are two type of user SUPERVISOR and USER SUPERVISOR can setup the change the OSD settings at Main Menu USER can do Port switch and Port Search only 28 Mars Series User Manual 5 3 Main Menu E LECT O P T I ON 0 1 L AN A GE G U a A J Figure 5 4 Main Menu OSD Func
8. Based Remote Module Daisy Chaining Maximum connected computers PC selection Specification 8 16 32 ports modular CAT5 KVM switch RJ 45 8 16 32 40m 133 feet Base on console s resolution 1600 x 1200 for CAT5 Based 500 feet remote console R Box 1028 x 1024 for CAT5 Based 1000 feet remote console R Box Enhanced 1600 x 1200 for IP Based remote console 1 Local USB Console plus 1 Optional Modules CAT5 Based or IP Based Remote Console 3 to 1 CAT5 combo transmitter dongle Combine three cables keyboard mouse and VGA into one CAT5 cable before connecting to KVM switch Support PS 2 and USB cable in the same dongle RJ 45 Connector CAT5 console up to 1000 feet away from KVM switch with superior auto adjust RGB gain delay control capability RJ 45 8P8C for 10 100M Ethernet DB9 male for Modem Null modem and serial power control Mini USB 2 0 receptacle Support Daisy Chaining with both Bus 8 layer and Tree 2 layer topologies DB15 Female Connector 120 128 144 On Screen Display OSD Menu Hot Key Hotkey Security Multilingual OSD On Screen Display control Auto Scan Intervals Keyboard Emulation Mouse Emulation Housing Power Operation Temperature storage Temperature Humidity Mechanical Dimension Net Weight Mars Series User Manual Provide various Hotkey Scroll Lock Cap Lock Num Lock Alt Ctrl Win Provide ACL Access Control List security function store up to 8 i
9. Manual 2 3 Console Installation Local Console Stand Alone KVM Switch Only Connect the monitor to the HDDB15 female port on the back of the KVM unit labeled with the monitor symbol at the Local Console connector There may be USB local console or PS 2 local console For USB local console connect the USB keyboard to either one of USB local port and USB mouse to the other USB port These USB ports are special designed for keyboard and mouse and can not work with USB hub or other USB devices For PS 2 local console connect keyboard to purple PS 2 port and mouse to green PS 2 mouse port There is a Daisy chain port under VGA ports Figure 2 5 Local Console Installation 2 4 Optional Remote Console Installation 2 4 1 IP Module Please refer to IP Module User Manual for details IP Remote Console Installation Power off the KVM switch firstly Remove the cover of the add on slot slide in the IP Module and make sure the module is fully inserted into the slot The IP Module redirects local keyboard mouse and video data to a remote administration console It allows you to control one or many computers locally at the server site or remotely via the Internet using a standard browser Mars Series User Manual Figure 2 6 IP Module Serial Power Control The IP Module comes with a serial port for connecting to any serial device such as serial PDU to provide remote power control such as power on power off and power cycl
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11. S 12V DC Power Adapter 1 PCS Rack Mount Kit 1 SET KC 1515 Daisy Chain Cable 0 9 1 PCS M T Dongle 2PCS USB Adapter 1 PCS Table 1 1 Package Contents Mars 8D 16D 32D Series KVM Switch Unit 1 PCS Quick Installation Guide 1 PCS LCD Console Mount Kit 1 SET Table 1 2 Package Contents Mars Series User Manual 1 3 Technical Specifications Mars 8 16 Series Feature KVM Type PC Port Connector PC Ports Max Distance KVM switch Host Video Resolution Local Console Video Resolution Remote Console Console Ports CAT5 Combo Dongle CAT5 Based Remote Console IP Based Remote Module Daisy Chaining Maximum connected computers Specification 8 16 ports stand alone CAT5 KVM switch RJ 45 8 16 40m 133 feet 1600 x 1200 DDC2B 1600 x 1200 for CAT5 Based 500 feet remote console R Box 1028 x 1024 for CAT5 Based 1000 feet remote console R Box Enhanced 1600 x 1200 for IP Based remote console 1 Local USB Console plus 1 Optional Modules CAT5 Based or IP Based Remote Console 3 to 1 CAT5 combo transmitter dongle Combine three cables keyboard mouse and VGA into one CAT5 cable before connecting to KVM switch Support PS 2 and USB cable in the same dongle RJ 45 Connector CAT5 console up to 1000 feet away from KVM switch with superior auto adjust RGB gain delay control capability RJ 45 8P8C for 10 100M Ethernet DB9 male for Modem Null modem and serial power control
12. Stand Alone KVM Switch Option 1 IP module a USB Adapter BEJE Option 2 i CAT5 module T Dongle SUN Server Server Maximum 8 levels Modular KVM Switch Option 1 IP module USB Adapter LCD Console with Modular 32 Ports BEJE CAT5 KVM Switch Bank 1 Option 2 CAT5 module T Dongle SUN Server Server Maximum 8 levels Figure 2 3 Computer Server Installation 15 Mars Series User Manual CAT5 Transmitter T Dongle Installation Each Host port connector is RJ45 type Use CAT5 cable to connect CAT5 Transmitter T Dongle T dongle has four connectors and an USB to PS 2 adaptor 1 2 3 A RJ45 connector for connecting CAT5 cable to KVM switch A HDDB15 male connector for PC Server video VGA port A purple mini din 6 pin type a plug for keyboard or with a PS 2 to USB adaptor for both USB keyboard and mouse A green mini din 6 pin type for mouse port no use for USB computer Plug all these connectors into the respective ports of computer Repeat the same procedure for all other computers USB Adapter Figure 2 4 PS 2 T dongle and PS 2 to USB adapter Itis recommended to power off all the computers and server before Note the installation If we can not turn off the computer for PS 2 computer please plug in T dongle connectors in the following order firstly PS 2 mouse connector secondly PS 2 keyboard connector thirdly the VGA connector to the PC Te Mars Series User
13. access the same PC and only one of users has been linked to this PC first another user can only view the same PC This OSD Menu has 3 tiers dialog window 1 Login Window When powering on this KVM switch it will prompt a login window and ask for user name and password This KVM system can setup one SUPERVISOR and eight USERS Before not setting up administrator user s name and his password none of administrator users could access OSD menu When you login with Supervisor please go to USER SECURITY to set up one new SUPERVISOR or USERS SUPERVISOR can access all Main menu options USER can access PORT NAME and PORT SEARCH for switching 2 Port Name port switching using OSD 3 Main Menu 8 menus to operate this KVM switch MAIN MENU Function 01 LANGUAGE OSD language change 02 PORT NAME EDIT PORT NAME modification 03 PORT SEARCH quick searching by port name 04 USER SECURITY Change password 05 ACCESS LIST Define user access authority 06 HOT KEY Change Hotkeys 07 TIME SETTINGS Modify SCAN time interval 08 OSD MOUSE Modify OSD MOUSE speed Table 5 1 OSD Main Menu 26 Mars Series User Manual 5 1 Login Window Figure 5 1 Login Window Turn on local console monitor and power on by plug in the power adapter there will be login window at screen No input for username and password over 1 minute at login windows the monitor s signal will be turn off The default SUPERVISOR user name is all eight zero digits 0000000
14. e for the connected computers servers 2 4 2 CAT5 Module CAT5 Remote Console Installation Power off the KVM switch firstly Remove the cover of the add on slot slide in the CAT5 transmitter module and make sure the module is fully inserted into the slot To extending your console up to 1000 feet away by connecting the CAT5 cable to the R Box in the remote end 18 Mars Series User Manual Figure 2 7 Connect to CAT5 Receiver R Box 2 5 Power ON Check connections and plug in power supply Double check whether all cables connectors are properly connected You can check the color of keyboard and mouse connector to make sure the keyboard and mouse cables go to the correct ports Plug the power supply to the KVM switch and plug the AC power plug into the electrical receptacle Now you will see the LED of Port 1 Stand alone KVM switch only lights up and hear a beep sound Recommend Power ON sequence as follows Monitor KVM Switch finally Computer 2 6 When video signal is foggy or unclear The R Box CAT5 Receiver enables user to access to the computer server or KVM switch up to 1000 feet 300 meters away with superior auto adjust RGB gain delay control capability Mars Series User Manual CAT5 cables has CAT5 CAT5e CAT6 and STP UTP types If your application need high VGA resolution and long distance please select high end cables lt is highly recommended to use optimal CAT5 cable length to get the best vid
15. editing PC name Press Esc key to cancel editing PC name without any change or Enter key to complete the new PC name 5 3 3 PORT SEARCH Figure 5 7 Port Search OSD Function Key Description Enter Start Port Search F 1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 5 OSD Function Key Search the computer by port name Enter will show the all the port 5 3 4 USER SECURITY At USER SERCURITY of OSD can setup one SUPERVISOR and eight ADMINISTRATORS all with 8 digits name and password 31 Mars Series User Manual Figure 5 8 User Security E Enter Enter user name se Move F 1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off o FS Back Esc Exit Table 5 6 OSD Function Key Press ENTER key to get USERS list The left column S means SUPERVISOR and 1 2 3 8 mean ADMINISTRATOR The maximum NAME is eight characters maximum A Z and 0 9 and PASSWORD is eight characters maximum A Z and 0 9 5 3 5 ACCESS LIST ACCESS LIST Figure 5 9 Access List 32 Mars Series User Manual OSD Function Key Description Enter Select gt lt Move F 1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 7 OSD Function Key Only SUPERVISOR can set up the ACCESS LIST The first column is the PC name list the following 8 column the access right of each ADMINISTRATOR use OSD MOUSE or Enter key to active inactive the access right of each port X means to
16. eo quality and not waste unnecessary CAT5 cable 2 7 Daisy Chain Connection Use one end of daisy chain cable to connect to the Daisy Chain Port of Master KVM switch and connect the other end of daisy chain cable to the Local Console Port of the next Slave KVM switch Please repeat the connection procedures for next Slave KVM switch You can daisy chain up to eight banks in maximum USB Adapter d ce d d T Dongle F SUNs PCs Servers Servers Figure 2 8 Stand Alone KVM Switch Daisy Chain Connection 20 Mars Series User Manual USB Adapter LCD Console with Modular Ep 32 Ports CAT5 KVM Switch Bank 1 aH j j j j j j j D SUNs 3 TLLLLLLL PCs Servers LEE LLL Servers Maximum 8 levels Figure 2 9 Modular KVM Switch Daisy Chain Connection The console OSD menu will show only the port information of the master KVM switch When the master unit starts up it will query all daisy chained Slave units and automatically set up the Bank ID for each Slave unit For stand alone KVM switch the 7 seg LED on the Master unit will display 1 Slave 1 will display 2 Slave 2 will display 3 and so on If not so please reset press BANK and port button the Master unit to update the Bank ID immediately Hot Plug function is supported in daisy chain connection The Master unit will auto query the daisy chained Slaves every 30 seconds 21 Mars Series User Manual 3 Usage When you power on KVM switch it wil
17. hain level and then to bank 1 again Bank 1 gt Bank 2 gt Bank 3 gt MAX BANK 3 4 Hot Plug The KVM Switch supports Hot Plug function for any non PS 2 connectors You may Hot Plug the USB mouse or USB keyboard as you like DO NOT hot plug PS 2 port 6 Note Some O S Operation Systems like SCO Unix or Linux does not support Hot Plug function If you apply Hot Plug to this kind of O S it will cause unpredictable behavior or shut down the Computer Before attempting to use Hot Plug please make sure your O S and mouse software driver support the Hot Plug function 23 4 Hotkey Mars Series User Manual You can also conveniently command KVM switch by switching ports through simple key sequences The default hot key is SCROLL LOCK and the user could change hot key as your convenient application If you prefer to use some hot key please go to OSD menu and change the default hot key to the other To send commands to KVM switch the SCROLL LOCK key must be pressed twice within 2 seconds You will hear a beep for confirmation and the keyboard is in Hotkey mode Then you have to enter Command in 2 seconds If you have not pressed any key during Hotkey mode over 2 seconds the Hotkey mode will be escaped and back to Operation System control state A Command should be issued in Hotkey mode in 2 seconds No Scroll Lock L gt Command Scroll Lock d Space Bar Figure 4
18. l prompt a Login window waiting for user name and password Please refer to Hotkeys and OSD manual for details 3 1 Buttons Stand Alone KVM Switch Only The push Buttons 1 16 A gt You can simply switch to a port by pressing the corresponding button For 16 ports KVM Switch please press button 1 16 directly to select the port you want After power on the KVM switch all of console ports Local or Remote consoles will be linked to Computer port 1 3 2 Front Panel PC Port LED Indication Stand Alone KVM Switch Only 3 Ports BiOADIACK Mars CAT5 KVM Switct 16 Ports BIOADRACK 19 Mars CATS BVM E Figure 3 1 Front Panel PC Port LED Indication There are two LEDs for each port P power the Green LED on indicating a Computer is connecting to the port Notice the PC99 Computer always power on the PS 2 ports even if the Computer is not power on so the Green LED will turn on O online the Red LED on indicating the port has been selecting The Red LED flashing if there is no Computer connected to the port Press BANK button and the port button simultaneously will reset the KVM switch 22 Mars Series User Manual 3 3 BANK 7 seg LED Stand Alone KVM Switch Only 7 Segment BANK LED Indication CO When you want to view the next bank KVM switch please press BANK push button repeatedly to the destination bank The bank LED will be changed from bank 1 to the maximum daisy c
19. ndependent controllable PC lists 8 languages English France Germen Spanish ltalian Russian Japanese Simplified Chinese 5 99 Sec PS 2 or USB PS 2 or USB Metal DC power adapter DC 12V 0 50 C 20 60 C 0 95 Non Condensing For modular LCD console use 1U 420 x 170 x 44 mm 16 5 x 6 7 x 1 7 inches 2 0 Kg 4 4 Ibs Table 1 4 Technical Specifications E o y Figure 1 2 Mars 8D 16D 32D Series Dimensions 1 4 System Requirements Mars Series User Manual Mars 8 16 Series CAT5 KVM Host side T dongle CAT5 transmitter Local Console side One VGA Monitor USB console One USB Keyboard One USB Mouse IP module One CAT5 cable Network access environment CAT5 module One CAT5 cable R Box CAT5 KVM extender receiver One VGA Monitor One USB Keyboard One USB Mouse Optional PC Table 1 5 System Requirements Mars 8D 16D 32D Series CAT5 KVM Host side T dongle CAT5 transmitter IP module One CAT5 cable Network access environment CAT5 module One CAT5 cable R Box CAT5 KVM extender receiver One VGA Monitor One USB Keyboard One USB Mouse Optional PC Table 1 6 System Requirements Mars Series User Manual 1 5 Cable Diagrams 3 in 1 CAT5 Transmitter T Dongle HDDB15 male to one HDDB15 male and two mini din 6 pin special cables AD l p UU Figure 1 3 3 in 1 Cat5 Transmitter T Dongle PS 2 Keyboard to USB Adapter PS 2
20. nonononnnnnonononennonanennnns 31 334 USER SECURITY enero uste cod peto 31 Do AOE S LO EE 32 A O A EII 33 5 3 7 TIME SETTINGS ooccccccccnncnoncnnoconcnnonnononononnnnnonononnnnonennnnonennnns 34 Mars Series User Manual 530 Oo DIMOU SE cra a ani Cia cia 34 6 Ne Ee UE e Let BEE 36 Te ee uge el Susaeta 37 A Mars Series User Manual Introduction The Mars series CAT5 KVM switch can control attaching servers and computers from local or remote console This KVM switch is loaded with features such as one local console port plus one optional CAT5 based remote console port or one optional IP based remote console Port On Screen Display OSD Menu Password security Hot key Control Push Button and Auto Scan Control lt has complete keyboard and mouse emulation for simultaneous PCs boot up process With the CAT5 based remote console port you can you remotely control servers and computers 1000 feet away In other words you can locate your monitor keyboard and mouse up to 1000 feet away from the KVM switch The built in CAT5 transmitter synthesizes VGA monitor and keyboard mouse signals and transmit the signals to the remote CAT5 receiver over the popular LAN CAT5 cable With the IP based remote console port you can control one or many computers locally at the server site or remotely via the Internet using a standard browser You can securely gain BIOS level access to systems for maintenance support or failure recovery over
21. or for Each Host Port Daisy Chain In DC Power Jack Figure 1 8 Rear Panel Mars Series User Manual 2 Hardware Installation Before installation please make sure all of peripherals and computers have been turned off 2 1 Rack Mount Installation Stand Alone KVM Switch Find a convenient place to put your KVM Switch The 19 rack mount form factor makes it ideally mountable on a 19 rack When mounting to a rack attach the included brackets to the sides of the KVM Switch Take note of the length of your cables so that your computers KVM Switch keyboard mouse and monitor are distanced properly GH Wi ve k CR le ya a e a Figure 2 1 Rack Mount Installation I o gt Modular KVM Switch Please open the package carefully and take out all required accessories to prepare fluent installation The modular KVM switch is for Gemini and Unicorn use please install the brackets with thumb screw Please measure the suitable distance between KVM switch and computer keyboard monitor and mouse before installation Console body Modular KVM Switch Figure 2 2 Modular KVM Switch Usage Diagram Mars Series User Manual Install Modular KVM Switch Steps 1 Install two screws length 6 mm to combine bracket and KVM switch Both sides 3 Tight thumb screw of bracket up to fix KVM switch in console Both sides and finish installation Mars Series User Manual 2 2 Computer Server Installation
22. ten the CAT5 cable length or reduce VGA resolution It is highly recommended to use optimal CAT5 cable length to get the best video quality and not waste unnecessary CAT5 cable lf the CAT5 Receiver is not connecting a local computer please make sure the monitor is grounded properly VGA resolution output mismatch with the monitor s The KVM switch will provide DDC information to all the PC VGA board If both the local console s monitor and KVM switch are turned on before the 36 Mars Series User Manual PC boot up or if the PC boot up faster then the KVM switch the PC miss the DDC Data Display Channel information that causes the VGA resolution output mismatch with the monitor s In this case please turn off the PC wait few minute then turn on again 7 Certifications FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received Include interference that may cause undesired operation CE This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulations EN 55 022 CLASS B RoHS All contents of this package including products packing materials and documentation comply with RoHS FE CE E Sex 37
23. tion Key Description Enter Select tF Move F1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit Table 5 3 OSD Function Key 5 3 1 LANGUAGE The default language is ENGLISH Moving the cursor by keyboard Up Arrow key for the Down Arrow key Y or mouse to select language as you need C HO O 5 A L AN GUAGE l E gt E 0 d G L I 8 amp G Figure 5 5 Language Mars Series User Manual 5 3 2 PORT NAME EDIT Figure 5 6 Port Name Edit OSD Function Key Description Enter Port Name Edit EE Move F1 Go to Main Menu F2 Console off F3 Back Esc Exit 1 Show port 01 08 2 Show port 09 16 3 Show port 17 24 4 Show port 25 32 Table 5 4 OSD Function Key The first line bar is Bank number following lines are port name list Use Up Arrow key Down Arrow key Y or OSD MOUSE to move After you have selected the PC port already you can either press the Enter Key or Move the cursor to PC name double clicks the left button of mouse to switch the PC port immediately Press PgUp key or PgDn key for selecting previous or next Bank Press the Up Arrow key or the Down Arrow key to select system 02 and press Enter key to switch current PC port to PC port 2 or moving cursor to SYSTEM 02 and double clicks the left button of mouse to switch current PC port to PC port 2 30 Mars Series User Manual Press Ins key or click the right button of mouse for
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