Table of Contents
- CS1798 / CS17916
- EMC Information
- RoHS
- User Information
- Package Contents
- Contents
- About this Manual
- Conventions
- Product Information
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Hardware Setup
- Chapter 3 Basic Operation
- Chapter 4 OSD Operation
- Chapter 5 Hotkey Operation
- Chapter 6 Keyboard Emulation
- Chapter 7 The Firmware Management Utility
- Appendix
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EMC Information
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT: This equipment 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 equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
Warning: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could
cause radio interference.
Achtung: Der Gebrauch dieses Geräts in Wohnumgebung kann
Funkstörungen verursachen.
KCC Statement
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
© Copyright 2021 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2021-01-04
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. The
terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
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User Information
Online Registration
Be sure to register your product at our online support center:
Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
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 the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior
to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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Package Contents
1 CS1798 / CS17916 8/16-port USB HDMI KVM Switch with Rack
Mounting Kit
2 Custom USB HDMI 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 CS1798 / CS17916 since this manual
was published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date
version.
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Contents
EMC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Chapter 1.
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Computers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front View CS1798 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front View CS17916 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear View CS1798 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Rear View CS17916 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stacking and Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Stacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rack Mounting – Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Rack Mounting – Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Single Stage Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Single Stage Installation Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Two Stage Cascade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Three Stage Cascade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Multi-display Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cable Connections for Multi-display Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Multi-display Installation Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Grouping Ports into “Vertical” Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Channels Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Chapter 3.
Basic Operation
Hot Plugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Hot Plugging KVM Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Hot Plugging Console Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Manual Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Port ID Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Powering Off and Restarting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Chapter 4.
OSD Operation
OSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Manufacturing Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OSD Login. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OSD Hotkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OSD Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
OSD Main Screen Headings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
OSD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
OSD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
F1: GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
F2: LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
F3: SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
F4: ADM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
F5: SKP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
F6: BRC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
F7: SCAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
F8: LOUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Chapter 5.
Hotkey Operation
Hotkey Port Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Hotkey Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Invoking HSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Select the Active Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Auto Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Invoking Auto Scan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Skip Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Keyboard / Mouse Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Quick Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
OSD Hotkey Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Port OS Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Set USB Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Restore Default Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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USB Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Hotkey Beeper Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Video DynaSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Mouse Emulation Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
HSM Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Chapter 6.
Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Chapter 7.
The Firmware Management Utility
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Downloading the Firmware Upgrade Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Starting the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Firmware Upgrade Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
OSD Configuration Backup/Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
CS1798 / CS17916 Connection Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Administrator Login Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS1798 /
CS17916 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and
operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided
below.
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS1798 / CS17916 system.
Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation. The
necessary steps for a basic single stage hookup, three-stage cascade, and multi-
display installation are provided.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved
in operating the CS1798 / CS17916.
Chapter 4, OSD Operation, provides a complete description of the
CS1798 / CS17916's OSD (On Screen Display), and how to work with it.
Chapter 5, Hotkey Operation, details all of the concepts and procedures
involved in the Hotkey operation of your CS1798 / CS17916 installation.
Chapter 6, Keyboard Emulation, provides tables that list the PC to Mac
and PC to Sun keyboard emulation mappings.
Chapter 7, The Firmware Management Utility, explains how to use this
utility to upgrade the CS1798 / CS17916's firmware with the latest available
versions and perform an OSD configuration backup/restore.
An
Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the CS1798 / CS17916.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
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:
Monospaced 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].
1. 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
→
Run means to
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The CS1798 / CS17916 8/16-port USB HDMI KVM Switch is a multi-purpose
appliance that consolidates access and control of up to 8/16 HDMI computers
from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and monitor console. The CS1798
/ CS17916 can be cascaded up to three levels – to control up to 512 computers
(CS1798); or two levels – up to 256 computers (CS17916) – all from a single
console.
In addition the CS1798 / CS17916 features multi-display functionality, which
enables the use of standard USB cables to stack up to eight switches in a multi-
display installation where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards.
Furthermore, the CS1798 / CS17916 comes with ATEN’s Video DynaSync
TM
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). An Auto Scan
feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of all computers on the
installation, one by one.
The CS1798 / CS17916 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio
enabled. 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 CS1798 / CS17916 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
CS1798 / CS17916 KVM switch setup: (1) eliminates the expense of having to
purchase a separate keyboard, monitor, and mouse for each computer; (2) saves
all the space extra components 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: 1. The CS1798 / CS17916 offers two types of installation – 1)
standalone/cascade; and 2) multi-display – that require different
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Features
One USB console controls up to eight (CS1798) or sixteen (CS17916)
HDMI interface computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices
HDMI compatible
Cascadable to three levels – control up to 512 computers (CS1798); or two
levels – up to 256 computers (CS17916)*
Multi-display feature – stack up to eight CS1798 / CS17916 units and
display video from up to eight monitors (dual display / triple display / quad
display/ multi-display)
2-port USB 2.0 hub built in*
Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual
on-screen display (OSD)
Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
OSD Backup/Restore feature – enables the administrator to back up the
switch’s configuration and user profile information
Firmware upgradable
Video DynaSync
TM
– exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up
display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
Superior video quality – supports 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p
(1920 x 1200)
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
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*
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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. CS1798 cascade to CS1798 only.
2. The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by
computers on the second or third level of a cascaded installation.
3. For PC compatible computers. Mac and Sun computers must be
compatible with USB connections.
4. PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac/Sun keyboards; Mac/Sun
keyboards work only with their own computers.
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Requirements
Console
An HDMI compatible monitor capable of the highest possible resolution
that you will be using on any computer in the installation
Note: For multi-display installations, multiple monitors are required. See
Multi-display Installation, page 26, for details.
A USB mouse
A USB keyboard
Speakers (optional)
Computers
The following equipment must be available on each computer:
An HDMI card
Note: 1. The quality of the display is affected by the quality of the HDMI
display card. For best results, we recommend you purchase a high
quality product.
2. For multi-display installations, the computers require multiple
HDMI cards. See Multi-display Installation, page 26, for details.
Type A USB port
Speaker ports (optional)
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Cables
Only custom USB HDMI 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: The quality of the display is affected by the quality and length of the
cables. If you need additional cable sets, please contact your dealer
to purchase the appropriate ones for your switch.
For multi-display installations, standard USB Type A to USB Type B
cables and standard HDMI cables are also required.
Note: The CS1798 / CS17916 supports speaker ports only. Do not connect
the microphone connector from the KVM cable sets.
Operating Systems
Note: 1. Supports Linux Kernel 2.6 and higher.
2. The CS1798 / CS17916 has a built-in USB 2.0 hub, and does not
support PCs or operating systems that do not support USB 2.0.
Typ e Length Part Number
USB HDMI KVM Cable 1.8 m 2L-7D02UH
OS Version
Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / 2008 / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
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)
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Components
Front View CS1798
No. Component Description
1 Port Selection
Pushbuttons
For manual port selection (see Port Selection, page 32, also):
Press a port selection pushbutton for less than two seconds to bring
the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its
corresponding port.
Press a pushbutton for longer 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 51, for details.
Press pushbuttons 7 and 8 simultaneously for 2 seconds to perform
a keyboard and mouse reset. See Keyboard / Mouse Reset,
page 53, also
Note:
Enable mouse emulation for independent switching (see
page 44).
2 Port LEDs
The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. The left ones
are the KVM Port LEDs; the right 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.
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3 Firmware
Upgrade
Recovery
Switch
During normal operation and while performing a firmware
upgrade, this switch should be in the NORMAL position. If a
firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully,
this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade recovery.
See Firmware Upgrade Recovery, page 66, for details.
4 Audio Port The cables from your main speakers plug in here. The
speakers plugged in here have priority over those in the rear
panel.
5 Firmware
Upgrade Port
The firmware upgrade cable that transfers the firmware
upgrade data from the administrator's computer to the CS1798
/ CS17916 plugs into this RJ-11 connector.
6 USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug into this
port (this may require an extra power adapter).
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the
switch by computers on the second or third level of a cascaded
installation.
7 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.
8 Power LED Lights to indicate that the switch is powered up and ready to
operate.
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Front View CS17916
No. Component Description
1 Port Selection
Pushbuttons
For manual port selection (see Port Selection, page 32, also):
Press a port selection pushbutton for less than two seconds to bring
the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its
corresponding port.
Press a pushbutton for longer 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 51, for details.
Press pushbuttons 15 and 16 simultaneously for 2 seconds to per-
form a keyboard and mouse reset. See Keyboard / Mouse Reset,
page 53, also
Note: Enable mouse emulation for independent switching (see
page 44).
2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. The
left ones are the KVM Port LEDs; the right 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.
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the
switch by computers on the second or third level of a cascaded
installation.
1 & 2
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3 Firmware
Upgrade
Recovery
Switch
During normal operation and while performing a firmware
upgrade, this switch should be in the NORMAL position. If a
firmware upgrade operation does not complete successfully,
this switch is used to perform a firmware upgrade recovery.
See Firmware Upgrade Recovery, page 66, for details.
4 Audio Port The cables from your main speakers plug in here. The
speakers plugged in here have priority over those in the rear
panel.
5 Firmware
Upgrade Port
The firmware upgrade cable that transfers the firmware
upgrade data from the administrator's computer to the CS1798
/ CS17916 plugs into this RJ-11 connector.
6 USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug into this
port (this may require an extra power adapter).
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the
switch by computers on the second or third level of a cascaded
installation.
7 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.
8 Power LED Lights to indicate that the switch is powered up and ready to
operate.
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Rear View CS1798
No. Component Description
1 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here.
2 Console Port Section The cables from your console HDMI monitor, USB
keyboard, USB mouse, and speakers plug in here.
Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to
indicate itself.
3 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire used to ground the CS1798 /
CS17916 attaches here. (Optional)
4 USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug
into this port (this may require an extra power
adapter).
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through
the switch by computers on the second or third level of
a cascaded installation.
5 KVM Port Sections The cables that link the switch to your computers plug
in here. Each KVM port section is comprised of a
speaker jack, a USB type B socket, and HDMI
connector with screw lock.
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Rear View CS17916
No. Component Description
1 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here.
2 Console Port Section The cables from your console HDMI monitor, USB
keyboard, USB mouse, and speakers plug in here.
Each connector is marked with an appropriate icon to
indicate itself.
3 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire used to ground the CS1798 /
CS17916 attaches here. (Optional)
4 USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug
into this port (this may require an extra power
adapter).
Note: The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through
the switch by computers on the second or third level of
a cascaded installation.
5 KVM Port Sections The cables that link the switch to your computers plug
in here. Each KVM port section is comprised of a
speaker jack, a USB type B socket, and HDMI
connector with screw lock.
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Overview
For convenience and flexibility that allows mixing multiple platforms, the
CS1798 / CS17916 design utilizes custom USB HDMI KVM cables that serve
as intermediaries between the switch and the connected computers (refer to the
installation diagram on page 20).
A separate custom USB HDMI KVM cable is required for each computer
connection. The custom KVM cables are listed under Cables, on page 6.
Consult your dealer to find out which custom KVM cables best fit your needs.
Installation Types
The CS1798 / CS17916 offers two types of installation – 1) standalone/
cascade; and 2) multi-display – that require 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
requirements.
Before You Begin
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this
device is provided on page 69. Please review it before
proceeding.
2. To prevent damage to your installation from power surges or
static electricity. It is important that all connected devices are
properly grounded.
3. 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.
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Stacking and Rack Mounting
The CS1798 / CS17916 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 adequate 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 CS1798 / CS17916 can be placed on any level surface that can safely
support its weight and the weight of the attached cables. Make sure that 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 CS1798 / CS17916, 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:
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Rack Mounting – Front
1. Remove the screws, one each from the left and right sides of the switch
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.
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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.
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Rack Mounting – Rear
1. Remove the screws, one each from the left and right sides of the switch
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.
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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 rear of the rack.
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Single Stage Installation
To set up your single stage CS1798 / CS17916 installation, refer to the
installation diagram on page 20 (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.
2. Connect your HDMI monitor into the HDMI console port and power on.
3. Plug your main speakers into the speaker jack located on the unit’s front
panel. The speakers plugged into this port have priority over those plugged
into the rear panel.
4. Plug your secondary speakers into the audio port located on the unit’s rear
panel.
5. Using the custom USB HDMI KVM cable set provided with this package,
plug the HDMI connector into any available HDMI socket in the KVM
port section of the switch, then plug the accompanying USB and audio
connector into their corresponding USB and speaker sockets.
Note: 1. Verify that all the plugs are in the same KVM Port sockets (all in
Port 1, all in Port 2, etc.).
2. The CS1798/CS17916 only supports speaker ports. Do not
connect a KVM cable's microphone connector to the speaker
ports.
6. At the other end of the cable, plug the USB, video, 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. Power on the computers.
Note: Make sure the computers and devices that the CS1798 / CS17916
connects to are also properly grounded.
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Single Stage Installation Diagram
8
4
1
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7
2
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
5
HDMI
6
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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Two Stage Cascade
To control even more computers, additional CS1798 / CS17916 units can be
cascaded from the KVM ports of the First Stage unit. The cascaded CS1798 /
CS17916s that connect back to the First Stage unit are considered Second Stage
units. As many as 64 (CS1798) or 256 (CS17916) 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 73.
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 HDMI KVM cable set (see Cables, page 6) 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 A connector into the lower USB (keyboard) 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 HDMI KVM cable set (provided with this
package), plug the HDMI connector into any available HDMI socket in the
KVM port section of the second stage switch, then plug the accompanying
USB Type B, and speaker connectors into their corresponding USB, and
speaker sockets.
Note: 1. 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.
2. The CS1798/CS17916 only supports speaker ports. Do not
connect a KVM cable's microphone connector to the speaker
ports.
4. At the other end of the cable, plug the USB Type A, video, 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.
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7. Plug the First Stage unit's power adapter cable into its Power Jack, then
plug the power adapter into an AC source.
8. Power on the computers.
Note:The Power On sequence requires that all Second Stage units be
powered on first. After they are all on, the First Stage units must
be powered on next. Only after all the switches have been
powered on in this sequence, can the computers be powered on.
The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by
computers on the second or third level of a cascaded installation.
Make sure the computers and devices that the CS1798 / CS17916
connects to are also properly grounded.
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Two Stage Installation Diagram
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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Three Stage Cascade
The procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same
as for a two stage installation. Using the CS1798 in 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 73.
Note: 1. The CS1798 cannot cascaded beyond the third level and the
CS17916 cannot cascaded beyond the second level.
2. The CS1798 can only be cascaded with other CS1798 units. The
CS17946 (set as the master unit) can cascade with the CS1798 or
CS17916.
Once you have finished cabling up (see Two Stage Cascade, page 21 if
necessary), power up according to the following sequence:
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. Power on 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 the Second Stage units are on, the
First Stage units must be powered on last. Only after all the
switches have been powered on in this sequence, can the
computers be powered on.
The USB 2.0 hub cannot be accessed through the switch by
computers on the second or third level of a cascaded installation.
Make sure the computers and devices that the CS1798 / CS17916
connects to are also properly grounded.
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Three Stage Installation Diagram
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
USB HDMI
KVM Cable Set
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Multi-display Installation
The CS1798 / CS17916’s multi-display feature allows you to stack two, three,
four, or up to 8 units in a dual/triple/quad-display/multi-display installation to
control up to seven (CS1798) or fifteen (CS17916) computers at once. This
installation requires slightly 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.
Note: In a Multi-display installation, the CS1798 can only be connected to
CS1798 units, and the CS17916 can only be connected to CS17916
units.
Cable Connections for Multi-display Installation
To set up your multi-display 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 B port on the first stage unit to the USB Type A port in the
Console section of the second switch.
Note: Port 8 is reserved to connect the units in a multi-display installation,
so up to seven (CS1798) or fifteen (CS17916) computers can be
attached, using KVM ports 1–7 (CS1798) or ports 1–7/9–16
(CS17916) .
2. Use HDMI cables to connect the HDMI KVM port on the second CS1798
/ CS17916 unit to the second video-in port on the computers.
Note: Only HDMI video cables are necessary – the other ports in the KVM
section are not required 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 8 switches.
5. Connect the cables for the first switch. See Single Stage Installation,
page 19 for full details. All video, audio and peripheral devices must be
connected to the first switch.
6. Power up the CS1798 / CS17916 units, starting with the first switch, and
then power on the computers.
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Note: Make sure the computers and devices that the CS1798 / CS17916
connects to are also properly grounded.
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Multi-display Installation Diagram
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Computers with
2/3/4 video inputs
First Switch
5
HDMI cables
5
1
USB Type B to
Type A cable
Second Switch
3
Third / Fourth
Stage Units
4
2
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Grouping Ports into “Vertical” Channels
Once the cables have been connected and multi-display mode has been selected
in the OSD, the CS1798 / CS17916 auto-detects the channels and displaying
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 time,
channel by channel.
Depending on the number of stages in your stack, a CS1798 / CS17916
installation offers dual display (two stages), triple display (three stages), quad
display (four stages) or multi-display (up to 8 stages) scenarios. For reference
purposes, the example shows a four-stage installation with quad display
functionality.
Note: Only one HDMI video signal can be displayed at a time, depending on
the configuration of the CS1798 / CS17916 unit on the first switch.
Channels Diagram
Ch1
Ch7 Ch6
First
Switch
Second
Switch
Third
Switch
Fourth
Switch
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Chapter 3
Basic Operation
Hot Plugging
The CS1798 / CS17916 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 39) and F4 ADM (page 41), functions for details.
Note: If the computer's operating system does not support hot plugging, this
function may not work properly.
Hot Plugging 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.
If you 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 21
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 7 and 8 (CS1798) or 15 and 16 (CS17916) front panel
pushbuttons.
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Port Selection
The CS1798 / CS17916 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 CS1798 / CS17916 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 35), or with the Hotkey port selection method (see
Hotkey Operation, page 49).
A computer attached to a master unit has a two digit Port ID (from 01–08
for the CS1798, or 01–16 for the CS17916) 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.
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Powering Off and Restarting
If it becomes necessary to power off a CS1798 / CS17916, do the following
before restarting it:
1. Unplug the CS1798 / CS17916 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 CS1798 / CS17916 will still
receive power from the computers.
3. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the CS1798 / CS17916 back in.
4. Power on the computers.
Note: If there are stations cascaded down from the master CS1798 / CS17916,
all the cascaded stations and the computers attached to them must be
shut down as well.
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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 procedures
start from the OSD main screen.
Manufacturing Number
The “MFG Number” (Manufacturing Number) is an internal serial number
used by ATEN’s factory and technical support staff to identify products. This
number does not affect products’ warranty. If your product requires after-sales
services, you may provide the MFG Number to ATEN’s sales or technical
support staff to identify the product and model number.
OSD Login
The OSD incorporates a two level (administrator / user) password system.
Before the OSD main screen displays, a login screen appears requiring 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 CS1798 / CS17916 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 39). With
this method, you must press the same [Ctrl] key.
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OSD Main Screen
When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:
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 highlight 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 41).
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 43), 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 42), its
name appears in this column.
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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 (ST) or use the up and down arrow keys. If there
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 (), 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.
2. In the submenus that appear make your choice either by double-clicking it,
or moving the highlight bar to it, then pressing [Enter].
3. Press [Esc] to return to the previous menu level.
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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. Enable mouse emulation for independent switching (see page 42),
for this function to work.
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 switch
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 41), that match the name or port ID
pattern, regardless of the current list settings (see F2 LIST, page 38, 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.
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.
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 43).
POWERED ON Lists only the ports that have their attached computers powered on.
QUICK VIEW +
POWERED ON
Lists only the ports that have been selected as quick view ports (see
SET QUICK VIEW PORTS, page 43), and that have their attached
computers powered on.
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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:
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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
DISPLAY
POSITION
Allows each user to customize the position where the port ID
appears on the screen. The default is the upper left corner, but
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
DISPLAY
DURATION
Determines how long a port ID displays on the monitor after a port
change has taken place. The choices are: 3 Seconds (default) and
Always Off.
PORT ID
DISPLAY
MODE
Selects how the port ID is displayed: the port number plus the port
name (PORT NUMBER + PORT NAME) (default); the port number
alone (PORT NUMBER); or the port name alone (PORT NAME).
SCAN
DURATION
Determines how long the focus dwells on each port as it cycles
through the selected ports in Auto Scan mode (see F7 SCAN,
page 46). Key in a value from 1–255 seconds, then press [Enter].
Default is 5 seconds; a setting of 0 disables the SCAN function.
Note: Enable mouse emulation for auto scan to work (see
page 44).
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Setting Function
SCAN-SKIP
MODE
Selects which computers will be accessed under skip mode
(see F5: SKP, page 45), and Auto Scan mode (see F7: SCAN,
page 46. Choices are:
ALL - All the ports which have been set accessible (see SET
ACCESSIBLE PORTS, page 41);
QUICK VIEW - Only those ports which have been set accessible
and have been selected as quick view ports (see SET QUICK
VIEW PORTS, page 43);
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 43). Enable mouse emulation for
scan-skip mode to work (see page 44).
SCREEN
BLANKER
If 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 Hotkey
Setting Mode, page 49). 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, Traditional Chinese,
Spanish, French, and Russian.
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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
it, 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:
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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 administrator 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.
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Setting Function
SET LOGOUT
TIMEOUT
If there is no input from the console for the amount of time 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 0 disables this function.
Note: This feature does not function if Set Login Mode is disabled.
See SET LOGIN MODE, page 44.
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
* ( ) + : - , ? . /
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 76) except for the port name list, username and
password information, which are saved.
CLEAR THE
NAME LIST
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 46); or an invalid entry is made on an
OSD menu. The default is Y.
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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 quick 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 38), 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 40), 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 the 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 CS1798 / CS17916 firmware (see
page 61), 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, HUNGARIAN,
ITALIAN, JAPANESE, KOREAN, RUSSIAN, SPANISH, SWEDISH,
TRADITIONAL CHINESE, and SIMPLIFIED CHINESE.
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Setting Function
MOUSE
EMULATION
Enables / disable mouse emulation function.
Note: Supported in the first level of an installation only. Enable
mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work.
ACTIVATE multi-
display
Enables multi-display mode for dual, triple or quad displaying in
multiple-monitor installations where each computer is fitted with
multiple video cards. See Multi-display Installation, page 26, for full
details.
Note: multi-display 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 CS1798 / CS17916, 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 67, for full details.
SET LOGIN
MODE
This function allows the administrator to request users to login or
not. When the login dialog box is disabled, the system disables the
login/logout function. If the system is re-started, the login/logout
function remains disabled.
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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 previous or next accessible one.
Enable mouse emulation for Skip mode to work (see page 42).
The selection of computers available for skip mode switching is made with
the Scan–Skip mode setting under the F3: SET function (see page 39).
When you are in skip mode:
press [
←
] to skip to the previous accessible port on the list
press [
→ ]
to skip to the next accessible port on the list
press [
↑
] 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 [
↓
] 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 (see page 40).
If a 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
is 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 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.
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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. Enable mouse emulation for Auto Scan to work
(see page 42).
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 40).
The amount of time that each port displays for is set with the Scan
Duration setting under the F3: SET function (see page 39). When you
want to stop at a particular location, press the [Spacebar] to stop scanning.
If the 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 51, for details.
To exit Auto Scan mode, press the [Spacebar] or [Esc].
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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 stays 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.
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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 CS1798 / CS17916 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 HSM mode:
Setting the Beeper
Setting the Quick Hotkey
Setting the OSD Hotkey
Setting the Port Operating System
Restoring the OSD Default Values
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work (see page 56).
Hotkey Setting Mode
Hotkey Setting Mode is used to set up your CS1798 / CS17916 switch
configuration. All operations begin with invoking Hotkey Setting Mode
(HSM).
Invoking HSM
To invoke HSM do the following:
1. Press and hold down [Num Lock].
2. Press and release [-].
3. Release [Num Lock].
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1. Hold down the [Ctrl] key;
2. Press and release the [F12] key;
3. Release the [Ctrl] key:
[Ctrl] + [F12]
When HSM is active:
A command line appears on the monitor screen. The command line prompt
is the word Hotkey: in white text on a blue background, and displays the
subsequent 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 HSM.
Select the Active Port
Each KVM port is assigned a port ID (see Port ID Numbering, page 32). 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 HSM 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 HSM.
Note: In HSM, 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 HSM.
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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 40 for
more information.
Invoking Auto Scan:
To start Auto Scan, key in the following Hotkey combination:
1. Enable mouse emulation (see page 56).
2. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
3. Press [A]. After you press A, then [Enter], you automatically exit HSM,
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 console.
4. To exit Auto Scan mode press [Esc] or [Spacebar]. Auto-scanning stops
when you exit Auto Scan mode.
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work (see page 56).
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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. Enable mouse emulation (see page 56).
2. Invoke HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
3. Key in [Arrow]
Where [Arrow] refers to one of the arrow keys. After you press an
arrow, you automatically exit HSM and enter Skip mode where you can
switch ports as follows:
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 mode compliant keystrokes can be input.
You must exit Skip mode in order to regain normal control of the
console.
4. To exit Skip mode, press [Esc] or [Spacebar].
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work (see page 56).
←Skips to the previous accessible port. (See Scan/Skip Mode,
page 40, for information regarding accessible ports.)
→Skips to the next accessible port.
↑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.
↓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.
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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 HSM with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12] combination.
2. Press [F5].
After you press [F5] you automatically exit HSM 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 42) can be hotkey toggled on and off.
To toggle the beeper, key in the following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke HSM 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 HSM.
Quick Hotkey Control
The Quick Hotkey (see HOTKEY, page 40) can be toggled between
[Num Lock] + [-], and [Ctrl] + [F12]. To toggle the Quick Hotkey:
1. Invoke HSM 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 HSM.
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OSD Hotkey Control
The OSD Hotkey (see OSD HOTKEY, page 39) can be toggled between [Scroll
Lock], [Scroll Lock] and [Ctrl], [Ctrl]. To toggle the OSD Hotkey, key in the
following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke HSM 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 HSM.
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 HSM 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:
After pressing a function key you automatically exit HSM.
Set USB Speed
Users could use the hotkey to set USB speed of the selected KVM port as low/
full speed to compliant with the connected computers.
1. Invoke hotkey mode with the [Num Lock] + [-] or [Ctrl] + [F12]
combination (see page 40).
2. Press [F11][L]/[F11][F]
.
3. Press [Enter].
[L] Indicates the selected KVM port set as USB low speed.
Key Description
F1 Sets the Port OS to Windows
F2 Sets the Port OS to Mac
F3 Sets the Port OS to Sun
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[F] Indicates the selected KVM port set as USB full speed.
If users need to set all KVM ports of the selected KVM station, the hotkey
commands should be [F11][L][A], [Enter]/[F11][F][A], [Enter].
Restore Default Values
This administrator only hotkey restores the CS1798 / CS17916 default values.
See ?$paratext>? on page 76. To restore the default values, key in the
following hotkey combination:
1. Invoke HSM 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 HSM.
USB Reset
If the USB loses focus and needs to be reset, do the following:
1. Invoke HSM (see page 49).
2. Press and release [F5].
Hotkey Beeper Control
The beep can be enabled or disabled. The default setting is enabled. To disable
the Buzzer, do the following:
1. Invoke HSM (see page 49
).
2. Press and release [B].
This procedure is a toggle. Repeat to enable.
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:
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1. Invoke HSM (see page 49).
2. Press [D].
Note: If the monitor is disconnected and reconnected, the CS1798 /
CS17916 re-executes Video DynaSync.
Mouse Emulation Control
The default setting is enabled. To disable, do the following:
1. Invoke HSM (see page 49
).
2. Press [M].
This procedure is a toggle. Repeat to enable.
Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work.
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HSM Summary Table
After invoking HSM (see page 49), 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]) OSD Hotkey.
[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/Disables the beeper.
[R] [Enter] Resets the hotkey settings to their default status. See
Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings, page 76.
[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.
[ ← ] Skips to the previous computer on the list, in skip mode.
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Note: Enable mouse emulation to perform any independent switching of a port
and for Auto Scan Mode or Skip Mode to work (see page 56).
[ → ] Skips to the next computer on the list, in skip mode.
[ ↑ ] 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.
[ ↓ ] 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
[Spacebar]
Exits hotkey setting mode.
Key Function
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Chapter 6
Keyboard Emulation
Mac Keyboard
The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the
Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl),
then press and release the activation key.
PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard
[Shift] Shift
[Ctrl] Ctrl
[Ctrl] [1]
[Ctrl] [2]
[Ctrl] [3]
[Ctrl] [4]
[Alt] Alt
[Print Screen] F13
[Scroll Lock] F14
=
[Enter] Return
[Backspace] Delete
[Insert] Help
[Ctrl] F15
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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.
Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl),
then press and release the activation key.
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]
[Ctrl] [2]
[Ctrl] [3]
[Ctrl] [4]
[Ctrl] [H] Help
Compose
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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 CS1798 / CS17916 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 not 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.
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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.
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. 35) and select the F4 ADM function.
4. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to
invoke Firmware Upgrade mode (see p. 43.)
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Starting the Upgrade
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double-
clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full
path to it.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility welcome screen appears:
Note: The screens shown in this section 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:
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4. 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.
If you didn't enable Check Firmware Version, the Utility installs the
upgrade files without 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.
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Upgrade Succeeded
After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the
procedure was successful.
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.
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Firmware Upgrade Recovery
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.
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OSD Configuration Backup/Restore
The Firmware Management Utility lets you backup the current OSD
configuration of the CS1798 / CS17916, 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 CS1798 / CS17916.
See Preparation, page 62, and follow steps 1–3.
2. When you have selected the F4 ADM function, scroll down to OSD
CONF BACKUP / RESTORE. Press [Enter], then press [Y] to invoke
OSD Config Backup / Restore mode.
3. Run the Firmware Management Utility. In the dialog box, choose OSD
Configuration Backup/Restore, then click Next.
4. In the window that appears, click Connect Device.
5. 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.
6. Click Backup.
7. When the browser asks what you want to do with the file, select Save to
disk, then save it in a convenient location.
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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 67.
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.
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Appendix
Safety Instructions
General
This product is for indoor use only.
Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.
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
adequate 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 adequate ventilation has been provided.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.
Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
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.
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
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.
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
qualified service personnel.
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If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet
and bring it to qualified 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 been 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.
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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 equipment 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.
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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
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.
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
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CS1798 / CS17916 Connection Tables
The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of Master
View units and the number of computers that they control:
CS1798
CS17916
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
MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers
1 1 - 16 5 63 - 79 9 127 - 143 13 191 - 207
2 16 -31 6 79 - 95 10 143 - 159 14 207 - 223
3 31 - 47 7 95 - 111 11 159 - 175 15 223 - 239
4 47 - 63 8 111 - 127 12 175 - 191 16 239 - 256
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Specifications
Function CS1798 CS17916
Computer
Connections
Direct 8 16
Max. 512 (via Cascade) 256 (via Cascade)
Port Selection OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton
Connectors Console
Ports
KB 1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Video 1 x HDMI Female
Mouse 1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Speakers 2 x Mini Stereo Jack F (Green; 1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
KVM
Ports
KB /
Mouse
8 x USB Type B Female
(White)
16 x USB Type B Female
(White)
Video 8 x HDMI Female (White) 16 x HDMI Female (White)
Speakers 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female
(Green)
16 x Mini Stereo Jack
Female (Green)
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 16 x Pushbutton
Reset 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
F/W Upgrade 1 x Slide Switch
LEDs USB Link 8 (Green) 16 (Green)
On Line / Selected 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
Power 1 (Dark Green)
Emulation Keyboard / Mouse USB
Video 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (HDTV) / 1920 x 1200
@ 60Hz
Scan Interval 1–255 Seconds (Default: 5 secs)
Power Consumption DC 5.0V; 12.0W DC 5.0V; 12.2W
Environment Operating Temp. 0–50ºC
Storage Temp -20–60ºC
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical
Properties
Housing Metal
Weight 3.49 kg 3.86 kg
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
43.72 x 25.66 x 4.40 cm 43.72 x 25.66 x 4.40 cm
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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 information with the following procedure:
1. Power off the CS1798 / CS17916 and remove its housing.
2. Short the jumper labeled J29.
3. Power on the switch.
4. When the front panel LEDs flash, power off the switch.
5. Remove the jumper cap from J29.
6. Close the housing and start the CS1798 / CS17916 back up.
After you start back up, you can use the default login procedure (see OSD
Login, page 35) to login.
J29
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Factory Default Hotkeys and Settings
Setting Hotkey Default
OSD Hotkey (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
Beeper [B] Enabled
Video DynaSync [D] Enabled
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Limited Warranty
ATEN warrants its hardware in the country of purchase against flaws in
materials and workmanship for a Warranty Period of two [2] years (warranty
period may vary in certain regions/countries) commencing on the date of
original purchase. This warranty period includes the LCD panel of ATEN LCD
KVM switches. Select products are warranted for an additional year (see A+
Warranty for further details). Cables and accessories are not covered by the
Standard Warranty.
What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty
ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty
Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option
to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the
entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills
the same function as the defective product. Replaced products assume the
warranty of the original product for the remaining period or a period of 90 days,
whichever is longer. When the products or components are replaced, the
replacing articles shall become customer property and the replaced articles
shall become the property of ATEN.
To learn more about our warranty policies, please visit our website:
http://www.aten.com/global/en/legal/policies/warranty-policy/
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Index
A
Activate Beeper
40
ADM
39
Auto Scanning
44
Invoking Auto Scan
49
Pausing Auto Scan
49
Scan Duration
37
Stopping
49
B
Beeper
Activate
40
Control
51
Hotkey Control
51
,
52
BRC
43
Broadcast Mode
43
C
Clear the Name List
40
Components
7
Computer Connection Tables
71
D
desktop mounting
14
E
Edit Port Names
40
F
F1: GOTO
36
F2: LIST
36
F3: SET
37
F4: ADM
39
F5: SKP
43
F6: BRC
43
F7: SCAN
44
F8: LOUT
45
Firmware upgrade
OSD setting
41
port
60
recovery
64
G
GOTO
36
H
Hot Plugging
29
Console Ports
29
KVM ports
29
Hotkey
Beeper Control
51
,
52
Command Mode
38
OSD
37
Selecting the Active Port
48
Hotkey Mode
exiting
48
Hotkey Port Control
47
I
Installation
two stage
21
K
Keyboard Emulation
Mac
57
Sun
58
L
LIST
36
Logout
45
Logout Timeout
40
LOUT
45
M
mounting
desktop
14
rack
14
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O
Online
Registration
iv
OSD
Functions
35
Hotkey
33
,
37
Logout
45
Main Screen
33
,
34
Main Screen Headings
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
14
front
15
rear
17
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
iii
Skip Mode
43
,
50
Specifications
72
stacking
14
T
Technical Support
70
Telephone support
iv
Timeout
40
Two Stage Installation
21
U
User Notice
iv