Black Box SW722A-R2 Specifications

8“R2” SERVSWITCH1. Speci ficationsCompliance: FCC Class A, DOC Class/MDC classe AStandards:With original Serv cabling: VGA (color, monochrome, or page

9CHAPTER 1: SpecificationsIndicators:SW721 models: (5) Front-mounted LEDs: (1) POWER, (2) SELECT, (2) ON;SW722 models: (9) Front-mounted LEDs: (1) POW

10“R2” SERVSWITCH2. IntroductionThank you for choosing a ServSwitch. Designed with your needs in mind, your newServSwitch will simplify your job by he

11CHAPTER 2: Introduction• Custom settings for each CPU can be saved in nonvolatile memory.• Rackmount kits are available.2.3 The Front PanelThe KVM S

12“R2” SERVSWITCHNEXT: Next Port Button: Press this button to manually switch the sharedmonitor, keyboard, and mouse from the currently selected compu

13CHAPTER 2: IntroductionPanel Label Connector DescriptionCPU X DB25 F Connect the sharing computers to these ports [X = a number with “CPU Adapter Ca

14“R2” SERVSWITCHPanel Label Connector DescriptionPOWER 5-pin Connect the ServSwitch’s power supply cord DIN F here. This is not a keyboard input. Pow

153. Installation3.1 Quick Setup GuideFigure 3-1 shows a basic example of connecting a CPU, a keyboard, a monitor, anda mouse to the ServSwitch. Conne

16“R2” SERVSWITCH3.2 Installation ProcedureThis section provides complete basic instructions for the hardware setup of a singleServSwitch. For an illu

17CHAPTER 3: InstallationCAUTION!Avoid routing cable near fluorescent lights, air-conditioningcompressors, or machines that may create electrical nois

18“R2” SERVSWITCH3.2.5 SWITCHING FROM THEKEYBOARDYour ServSwitch is now ready for operation using its default settings. To take fulladvantage of the s

19CHAPTER 4: Operation4. Opera tionThe first part of this chapter, Section 4.1, gives you some guidelines that youshould follow to make sure your Serv

20“R2” SERVSWITCHUse only the generic Microsoft mouse driver MOUSE.COM, version 4.0 at least andpreferably version 9.01 or higher. If you’re running W

21CHAPTER 4: OperationCoaxial cables do well at maintaining video quality, as shown in Table 4-1. Thedistances in the table are total cable lengths me

22“R2” SERVSWITCHOne last note of caution about video: The IBM 9515, 9517, and 9518 monitors thatcome with some PS/2 systems are not normal VGA monito

23CHAPTER 4: OperationTable 4-2 (continued). The ServSwitch’s keyboard commands.Command Keystroke Sequence DescriptionSwitch to the [CTRL] - Switches

24“R2” SERVSWITCHTable 4-2 (continued). The ServSwitch’s keyboard commands.Command Keystroke Sequence DescriptionSet Keyboard (Select port, then:) Tel

25CHAPTER 4: Operation4.3 The Commands in Detail4.3.1 SELECTING APORT FROM THESHAREDKEYBOARDTo select a port from your keyboard, press and release you

26“R2” SERVSWITCH4.3.4 KEEPSETTINGSThe Keep Settings command saves the current state of the ServSwitch’s keyboard-selectable settings to nonvolatile m

274.3.7 SETKEYBOARDMODEKeyboard “modes” are electrical signaling protocols that determine how a poweredCPU and keyboard interact. A CPU and keyboard m

1THE SERVSWITCH FAMILYWelco me to the ServSw itchTMFam ily!Thank you for purchasing a BLACK BOX®ServSwitch™Brand KVM switch! We appreciateyour busines

28“R2” SERVSWITCHIf most or all of the CPUs you’ll be connecting to your ServSwitch system use akeyboard mode other than 2, you might want to change t

29CHAPTER 4: OperationTable 4-4. Typematic rate.Decimal Value Binary Bit Values Repeat Rate in Keys per Second0 [xx]00000 301 [xx]00001 26.72 [xx]0001

30“R2” SERVSWITCH4.3.9 RESETThis command, along with the two commands described in the next two sections,comes in handy when certain problems arise. I

314.3.11 IDENTIFYROMUnfortunately, as with all complex equipment, problems might arise with yourServSwitch that require the assistance of technical-su

32“R2” SERVSWITCH5. TroubleshootingThe first two sections of this chapter discuss things to try when problems arise in aServSwitch system. If the trou

33CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting5.2 Restoring Factory-Default SettingsIf you’re having difficulty with a ServSwitch, something that often helps is resetti

34“R2” SERVSWITCHE. If swapping input devices doesn’t solve the problem, begin swapping yourcables one at a time. If the problem goes away when you su

35E. You might be using the keyboard incorrectly. Make sure to use the leftControl key to start port-switching commands. Make sure to use the numerick

36“R2” SERVSWITCH5.3.6 YOURPS/2 MOUSEGETSOUT OFSYNCCabling might have been disturbed during mouse movement. Issue the Send NullByte command (see Secti

37E. If no cable connectors are loose, begin swapping your cable, one at a time. Ifthe problem goes away when you substitute a cable, the old cable is

2“R2” SERVSWITCHTRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUALAT, IBM, PS/2, and ThinkPad are registered trademarks, and PC/XT is atrademark, of International Busines

38“R2” SERVSWITCHBefore you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able toprovide more efficient and accurate assistance if you h

39APPENDIX A: NVRAM Factory DefaultsAppendix A: NVRAM FactoryDefaultsThe table below shows, for the ServSwitch’s saveable options, the default valuess

40“R2” SERVSWITCHAppendix B: Cable Product CodesThe table below and on the next page lists the product codes for all the types ofcables we currently o

41Coaxial CPU adapter cables.Video Type Keyboard Type Mouse Type Product Code(Connector on Cable) (Connector on Cable) (Connector on Cable)VGA IBM PS/

42“R2” SERVSWITCHAppen dix C: Pinout of RS-232 PortThe table below shows the pinout of the ServSwitch’s RJ-12 (6-wire RJ-11) femaleRS-232 port.Pin Sig

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3FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTSFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONANDINDUSTRY CANADARADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTSThis equipment generates, uses, an

4“R2” SERVSWITCHNORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM)ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENTINSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operaci

5NOM STATEMENT12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarizacióndel equipo no sea eliminada.13. Los cables de la fuen

6“R2” SERVSWITCHContentsChapter Page1. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7CONTENTSChapter Page5. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325.1 Diagnostic I