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Hardware RequirementsConsolew A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution thatyou will be using on any computer in the install

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1. Port LEDs:The Port LEDs provide status information about their corresponding CPUPorts. There is one pair of LEDs for each Port. The one on the left

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1. Daisy Chain Ports:When Daisy Chaining Units, the cables plug in here. The port on the left isthe Chain In port; the one on the right is the Chain O

InstallationBefore you BeginSingle Stage InstallationRefer to the installation diagrams on the next page as you perform the followingsteps. The number

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Daisy ChainingTo control even more computers, up to 31 additional switches can be daisy chaineddown from the first unit. As many as 512 computers can

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Hot PluggingThe CS-1708 / CS-1716 supports hot plugging - components can be removed andadded back into the installation by unplugging their cables fro

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of theFCC Rules.

Port ID NumberingEach CPU port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID. The PortID is made up of two parts: a two-digit Station Num

Chapter 3.Hotkey OperationThe CS-1708 / CS-1716 ’s hotkey function makes it convenient to control yourKVM installation from the keyboard.Note: The hot

Hotkey Port AccessHotkey Port Access allows you to select which computer has the KVM focus. TheCS-1708 / CS-1716 provides the following Hotkey Port Ac

Auto Scan Mode:The CS-1708 / CS-1716’s Auto Scan feature automatically switches among allthe active CPU Ports that are accessible to the currently log

Hotkey ConfigurationAlternate Hotkey Invocation Keys:An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default setconflicts with prog

Platform Setup:The CS-1708 / CS-1716’s default port settings are for a PC Compatible operatingplatform. You can modify the platform setting for each p

Miscellaneous Actions:Hotkeys are also used to reset the USB, and toggle the beeper On and Off. Toperform any of these operations, do the following:1.

Keyboard EmulationSun Keyboard:The PC Compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sunkeyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is us

Mac Keyboard:The PC Compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mackeyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table bel

Chapter 4.OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is used to handle all computer control and switchingprocedures. All procedures start fr

Packing ListThe complete Master View CS-1708 / CS-1716 package consists of:M 1 CS-1708 or CS-1716 KVM SwitchM 2 CS Custom 2-in-1 KVM Cables (1.8m)M 1

Please note the following:w The diagram depicts the Administrator’s Main Screen. The User MainScreen does not show the F4 ADM function.w OSD always st

OSD Main Screen HeadingsHeading ExplanationSN-PN This column lists the Port ID numbers (see Port ID Numbering, p. 14), forall the CPU ports on the ins

F1 GOTO:GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port either by keying in the port’s Name,or its Port ID.w To use the Name method, key in 1; key in the

Move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An icon appearsbefore the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one.

(F3 SET: continued)Setting FunctionPORT IDDISPLAYMODESelects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alone(PORT NUMBER); the Port Name alone (PO

F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator to configure andcontrol the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is attached to a particular port,every port can be given a name. This

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionSET QUICKVIEW PORTSThis function lets the Administrator select which Ports to include asQuick View ports.Note: Only

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionRESETSTATION IDSIf you change the position of one of the Stations in the daisy chain,the OSD settings will no longe

F5 SKP:Skip (SKP) Mode enables you to easily skip backward or forward - switching theconsole focus from the currently active computer port to the prev

Contents1. IntroductionOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . . .

F6 BRC:F6 is an Administrator only function. When this function is in effect, commandssent from the keyboard are broadcast to all available computers

F7 SCAN:The SCAN function allows you to automatically switch among the availablecomputers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity

F8 LOUT:LOUT (Log out) logs you out of OSD control of the computers, and blanks theConsole screen. After using this function you must log in all over

Chapter 5.The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides asmooth, automated process for upgrading the

4. Shut down the computers on your CS-1708 / CS-1716 installation.5. From your KVM switch console, bring up the OSD (see p. 23) and selectthe F4ADM fu

3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears:The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of beingup

5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform theupgrade.If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the devi

Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedurewas successful:Click Finish to close the Firmware U

Upgrade FailedIf the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if youwant to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No, the

Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery:w When you begin a firmware upgrade, but decide

4. OSD OperationOSD Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23OSD Navigation . . . . .

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AppendixMaster View Connection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of Master ViewUnits and the number of computers

Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Username andPassword information has become corrupted, or you

Rack MountingThe CS-1708 / CS-1716 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenienceand flexibility, the mounting brackets can screw into either the

SpecificationsFunction CS-1708 CS-1716 Computer Connections 8 16CPU Port Selection Hotkeys; OSDLEDs On Line 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)Selected 8 (Green) 1

OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display Position

TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause ActionAfterinstallation,my Sun/Maccomputerdoes not boot.Operating Systemnot properly set forits port.When you in

ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Courier Indicates text that you should key in.[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example,

Chapter 1.IntroductionOverviewThe Master View CS-1708 and CS-1716 KVM Switches are control units that allowaccess to multiple computers from a single

driven OSD (On Screen Display) system. A convenient Auto Scan feature alsopermits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers

w Multimedia keyboard supportw Administrator/User password authorization for enhanced security (PSP);administrator synchronized confirmation between m