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USER MANUAL SV221MICRO StarTech.com

2 Port PS/2 KVM Switch with Integrated Cables

SV221MICRO

Instruction Manual

Coiled network of electronic devices including a switch, VGA, and two connectors (no visible text or labels)

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Table of Contents

Introduction ....1

Before You Begin....1

Installation 2

Using the KVM Switch ....3

Technical Support 4

Warranty Information ....4

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com personal 2 port PS/2 micro KVM switch. This KVM has a small footprint with integrated cables that won't clutter your workspace. You can use keyboard hotkeys to switch computers, or use the Auto Scan feature to monitor two computers automatically.

Features

• Hotkey switching avoids having to reach for buttons
• Integrated cable design prevents clutter and avoids hassles
  • Auto Scan feature provides automatic monitoring capability

Before You Begin

System Requirements

• One set of PS/2 console peripherals (keyboard, mouse) and a VGA monitor
  • Computers must have PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports

Contents

This package should contain:

• 1 x KVM Switch
• 1 x User Manual

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Installation

Please read this section thoroughly before installing the KVM switch.

Connection to Computer 1 Connection to Computer 2 Monitor In Console PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse

Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch

1. Remove any existing keyboards, mice, and monitors from the computers that you wish to use with the KVM switch.
2. Connect a PS/2 keyboard to the console port on the side of the KVM switch, marked with a purple connector (see above).
3. Connect a PS/2 mouse to the console port on the side of the KVM switch, marked with a green connector (see above).
4. Connect a monitor to the console port on the front of the KVM switch.
5. Connect the integrated cable for computer 1 (see above) to the keyboard, mouse and video connectors on the computer. If you need assistance in identifying any ports, please consult the documentation for your computer.
6. Connect the integrated cable for computer 2 (see above) to the keyboard, mouse and video connectors on the computer. If you need assistance in identifying any ports, please consult the documentation for your computer.
7. Power on computer 1 and computer 2. You can now use the KVM switch.

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Using the KVM Switch

Once you have completed the installation process, you can use the following methods to view computers connected to the KVM switch:

Hotkey: The command [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] followed by the computer number (1 or 2) to switch between computers. Scroll Lock must be pressed twice within 3 seconds to activate the hotkey feature. If you do not wish to switch between computers, the KVM will cancel the command after 5 seconds.

Computer 1: [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] - [1]

Computer 2: [Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] - [2]

Auto Scan: This feature automatically switches between the two connected computers at 5 second intervals for monitoring purposes. To enter Auto Scan mode, use the following hotkey sequence:

[Scroll Lock] - [Scroll Lock] - [S]

To cancel Auto Scan, press any key on the keyboard. The KVM will leave the computer being viewed as the active port.

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Technical Support

StarTech.com's lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a three-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

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