Belkin F1DS104J - Manuals

3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Overview Equipment Requirements Operating Systems OmniView SOHO KVM Switches with Audio are for use on CPUs using: Platforms Windows ® 2000, XP, 2000, Vista ® , 2003 DOSLinux ® Novell ® NetWare ® 4.x/5.x Mac OS ® * X v10.x *with USB support Keyboards Supports 101-/102-/104-...

4 Overview 4 Unit Display Diagrams Front View Back View KVM Soho VGA U-type 4 Port EnclosurePrint Graphics v.2.1 F1DS102L, F1DS104L front panel back panel KVM Soho DVI 4 Port EnclosurePrint Graphics v.2.1 F1DD102L, F1DD104L front panel back panel KVM Soho VGA T-type 4 Port EnclosurePrint Graphics v....

5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Overview 5 Specifications Part No.: F1DS102J, F1DS104J Power: 9V, 1.1A DC adapter with center pin-positive polarity PCs Supported: 2 (F1DS102J), 4 (F1DS104J) Console Keyboard: PS/2 & USB Console Mouse: PS/2 & USB Monitor Supported: VGA and SVGA MultiSync, LCD Max Re...

66 Installing the KVM Switch Pre-Configuration Where to Place the KVM Switch The compact size of the KVM Switch makes it perfect for desktop placement. Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors; the length of...

7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Installing the KVM Switch Connecting the KVM Switch Note: If you are using a PS/2 computer: Please make sure that all of your PS/2 computers are powered off before connecting to the KVM Switch. Otherwise, the KVM Switch system might not be properly set up. However, USB comp...

8 Installing the KVM Switch Audio and Microphone Connections Note: Speakers and microphones are not required for use of your KVM Switch. Connect the Audio 1. Using the audio cable attached to your speakers, connect the male 3.5mm plug to the lime audio jack in the “Console” section of the KVM Switch...

9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Installing the KVM Switch Powering Up the Systems Once all cables have been connected, power up the CPUs that are attached to the KVM Switch. All computers can be powered on simultaneously. The KVM Switch emulates a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your computer t...

10 Using the KVM Switch Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port Selectors You can directly select which computer you wish to control by pressing the corresponding direct-access port selector next to the appropriate port. The LED will be lit to indicate that the port is currently selected. • Pu...

11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section 11 11 Using the KVM Switch Hot-Key Preceding Sequence Configuration For users who want to use a preceding sequence other than two consecutive Scroll Locks, there is also one convenient way to configure it. 1. Press “ScrollLock” + “ScrollLock” + H, and a beeping sound will ...

13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Using the KVM Switch Switching the Audio/Mic The audio/mic is independent to the KVM Switch and can be switched independently. This means that if you are working on port 1 of the KVM Switch, you can be listening to your music on port 3. You can switch the audio/mic in two ...

14 Firmware-Upgrade Guide This firmware-upgradeable KVM Switch allows you to upgrade firmware contents whenever it is needed to enhance its compatibility to other devices or its functionality and performance. We offer both Windows and Mac ® versions of the upgrade utility. You can choose either one ...

15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section 15 Firmware-Upgrade Guide Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility Program Note: You should close any unnecessary running programs such as antivirus, system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of the system during the firmware-upgrade process might be u...

16 Firmware-Upgrade Guide Connect your KVM Switch to the Host PC Step 4. Now press the first front-panel button on the KVM Switch until you hear two beeps. The KVM Switch has now entered into the upgrade mode. Step 5. Check to make sure the KVM cables from port 1 are connected to the host PC. Note: ...

17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Firmware-Upgrade Guide Begin the File Upload Note: Before hitting the “Upgrade” button on the utility program, you should make sure that you are focused on port 1 of the KVM Switch where you have the computer connected. If not, switch to that computer before hitting the “U...

18 Firmware-Upgrade Guide Step 8. Finally, unplug the power cable from the back of the KVM Switch and all other cables from the KVM Switch, and perform a cold reset. Reconnect all the cables again to the KVM Switch. Now you can enjoy the newly added functionality and compatibility of the new firmwar...

19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Firmware-Upgrade Guide Install and Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility Program Note: You should close any unnecessary running programs such as antivirus, system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of the system during the firmware-upgrade process m...

21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Firmware-Upgrade Guide Connect your KVM Switch to the Mac Host Step 5. Press the first front-panel button on the KVM Switch until you hear two beeps. Now the KVM Switch has entered into the upgrade mode. Step 6. Check to make sure the KVM cables from port 1 are connected t...

24 FAQs What operating systems does the KVM Switch support? The KVM Switch will support any operating system that runs on a PS/2 and USB platform. It will also work with non-USB-enabled Sun TM and Mac operating systems using the appropriate adapter. Compatible operating systems include, but are not ...

26 Troubleshooting VIDEO Problem: I am getting ghosting, shadowing, or fuzzy images on my monitor. Solution: • Check that all video cables are inserted properly.• Check that the monitor you are using supports the resolution and refresh-rate setting on your computer. • Check that the graphics card yo...

27 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Troubleshooting KEYBOARD Problem: The computer does not detect a keyboard and I get a keyboard error reported at boot up. Solution: • Check that the keyboard cable between the KVM Switch and the computer is connected properly. Tighten any loose connections. • Try swapping ...

28 Troubleshooting Problem: The mouse is not detected at boot up. Solution: • Check the cables and make sure that they are inserted properly. Problem: The computer boots up fine, but the mouse does not work. Solution: • Make sure it is plugged in properly.• Make sure the mouse works when directly pl...

29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Troubleshooting Problem: Some of the keys on my keyboard are not functioning properly when I use a Mac computer. Solution: • Because you are using a PC keyboard on a Mac computer, a few of the option keys on your PC keyboard may be reversed. All major keys will function as...

30 Troubleshooting Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting Problem: The progress bar stops for a long time without any advancement. Solution: Press and hold down the first front-panel button until two beeps are heard, and click the upgrade button on the upgrade utility program. The firmware-upload process ...

31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Information FCC Statement Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the products: F1DS102J, F1DS104J, to which this dec...

32 Information Belkin International, Inc., Limited 3-Year Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship. What the peri...

33 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 section Information Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged eq...

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