ATEN CS-1732 - Manual

Features M Dual function KVM-USB switch M One console controls 2 (CS-1732 ) or 4 (CS-1734 ) computers and twoadditional USB devices M Dual interface support - PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse data transport* M Independent (asynchronous) switching of KVM and peripheral USB ports M Fully compliant with ...

Hardware Requirements Console M A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution thatyou will be using on any computer in the installation. M A USB style mouse M A USB style keyboard Computer The following equipment must be installed on each computer: M A VGA, SVGA or Multisync ca...

Introduction CS-1732 Front View 1. Port Selection Switches M Press a switch to access the computer attached to its corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds starts Auto ScanMode. See p. 14 for details. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Swi...

Installation Before you Begin Cable Connection To set up your Master View CS-1732 / CS-1734 installation, refer to theinstallation diagrams on the following pages, and do the following: 1. Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB Ports located on the unit’s front panel. 2. Plug your monitor...

USB Cable Connection: PS/2 Cable Connection: 2003-07-17 10 CS-1732 / CS-1734 User Manual

Operation Hot Plugging The Master View CS-1732 / CS-1734 supports USB hot plugging - componentscan be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cablesfrom the CPU ports without the need to shut the unit down. Powering Off and Restarting If it becomes necessary to Power Off the...

Hotkey Operation The CS-1732 / CS-1734 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey functionthat makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from thekeyboard. All hotkey operations with the exception of Skip Mode (see p. ) beginby invoking Hotkey Mode. Invoking Hotkey Mode To in...

Hotkey Port Access Hotkey Port Access allows you to select which computer has the KVM focusand/or which computer has access to the USB peripherals. Note: CPU Port selection and USB Port assignment can be done independently (asynchronously). One computer can have the KVM focuswhile another has access...

M Auto Scan Mode The CS-1732 / CS-1734’s Auto Scan feature automatically cycles through thecomputer ports at regular 5 second intervals. This allows you to monitor thecomputer activity without having to take the trouble of switching from port toport manually. To start Auto Scan Mode: 1. Invoke HKM (...

Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocation keys is provided in case the default setconflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke HKM (see p. 12) 2. Press and release the H key The Hotkey Inv...

Hotkey Configuration The CS-1732 / CS-1734’s default port configuration is for a PC Compatiblekeyboard operating platform, and a US English keyboard language code. If your requirements call for different port settings (you have a Mac or Sunattached to a port, e.g.), you can change them by bringing t...

Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard The PS/2 (101/104) key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sunkeyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. Thecorresponding functions are shown in the table below. Note: When using [Ctrl] combinatons, press and release the Ctrl ke...

The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides asmooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM switch’s firmware. The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific foreach device. New firmware upgrade packages are posted on ou...

Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your 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 pathto it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears: 2. Read and Agree to the License Agreement ...

Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that theprocedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. 2003-07-17 CS-1732 / CS-1734 User Manual 23

Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if youwant to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No, the Upgrade Failed screenappears: Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. See the next section,Firmware Upgrade Recovery, for how to proceed...

Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: M When you begin a firmware upgrade, but decide not to proceed with it. M When the Mainboard firmware upgrade fails. M When the I/O firmware upgrade fails. To perform a firmware upgrade recovery, ...

Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erraticbehavior. Unit not receivingenough power. Use a DC 5V power adapter if you are notalready using one. If you are already using apower adapter, check that it matches thesystem specifications (DC 5V), and that it isplugged in and functioning...

Specifications Function CS-1732 CS-1734 Computer Connections 2 4 CPU Port Selection Front Panel Switches; Hotkey USB Port Selection Hotkey LEDs On Line 2 (Orange) 4 (Orange) USB Link 2 (Green) 4 (Green) ConsoleConnectors Keyboard 1 x USB Type A Mouse 1 x USB Type A Video 1 x HDB -15 female Audio 1 x...

Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY EXCEED THEPRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THEUSE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, express...