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Black Box ServSwitch Jr. SW621A-R2 User Manual

Black Box ServSwitch Jr. SW621A-R2
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MARCH 2000
SW621A-R2
SW622A-R2
SW629A-R2
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Table of Contents

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Black Box ServSwitch Jr. SW621A-R2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlack Box
ModelServSwitch Jr. SW621A-R2
CategorySwitch
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Trademarks

FCC, IC, and CE Statements

European Union Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with the European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.

Mexican Electrical Safety Statement

Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions for operating the electrical equipment.

Specifications

Compliance, Standards, and Interfaces

Details regulatory compliance, cabling standards, and port types.

Video and Distance Specifications

Specifies supported video resolutions, refresh rates, and maximum cable distances.

Specifications: Front Panel

User Controls and Indicators

Details front-mounted switches and LEDs for port selection and status.

Connectors

Lists all rear-mounted ports for monitors, keyboards, mice, and CPUs.

Specifications: Power and Physical

Power Requirements

Outlines power requirements and optional power supply details.

Environmental and Physical Specifications

Covers altitude, temperature, humidity, size, and weight.

Introduction

The Complete Package

Lists items included in the ServSwitch Jr. package.

Operating Features

Highlights key functionalities and capabilities of the ServSwitch Jr.

Introduction: Front Panel

The Front Panel

Describes the front panel layout, LEDs, and controls for port selection.

Introduction: Rear Panel

The Rear Panel

Details the rear panel connectors for various interfaces.

Introduction: Cables and Equipment

Cable Requirements

Explains the types of cables needed and their purpose.

Equipment Requirements

Outlines compatibility requirements for connected CPUs.

Installation

Rackmounting (Optional)

Instructions for mounting the unit in a server rack.

Connecting Peripherals

Step-by-step guide for connecting monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Installation: Connecting CPUs

Connecting the CPUs

Details how to connect computers to the switch using adapter cables.

Installation: Power and Switching

Powering Up the System

Instructions for powering on the connected CPUs and the switch.

Switching from the Keyboard

Explains how to switch between CPUs using keyboard commands.

Operation

Guidelines for Using Your Equipment

Provides advice for optimal use with connected hardware.

CPU Compatibility

Compatibility and usage guidelines for connected CPUs.

Mouse and Keyboard Setup

Proper connection and usage for mice and keyboards.

Operation: Monitor Video

Monitor Compatibility and Video Quality

Details supported video standards, resolutions, and quality vs. distance.

Operation: Keyboard Commands Summary

Keyboard-Command Summary

Summarizes available keyboard commands for controlling the switch.

Operation: Keyboard Commands Detail Part 1

Select Port from Keyboard

Explains how to select a CPU port using keyboard commands.

Switch to Next or Previous Port

Describes commands to move to the next or previous CPU port.

Start/Stop Scanning

Explains how to start and stop the automatic scanning function.

Operation: Keyboard Commands Detail Part 2

Perform Standard Reset

Resets and reinitializes the keyboard and mouse.

Send Null Byte

Sends a null byte to the CPU's PS/2 mouse port for synchronization.

Reset Recent Windows Mouse Driver

Reinitializes the mouse driver for Windows NT/98/2000.

Identify ROM

Reports the version of ROM currently in use by the switch.

Operation: Keyboard Commands Detail Part 3

Keep Settings

Saves current settings to nonvolatile memory (NVRAM).

Set Maximum Ports

Configures the total number of CPU ports connected to the switch.

Set Scan-Delay Time

Sets the pause duration at each port during scanning.

Set Keyboard Mode

Detects or sets the keyboard mode for the selected CPU.

Operation: Keyboard Commands Detail Part 4

Set Keyboard Typematic

Adjusts the keyboard's key-repeat rate and delay.

Operation: Typematic Rate Table

Typematic Rate Table

Table showing typematic rate values and repeat rates.

Operation: Mouse Mode Settings

PS/2 to RS-232 Mouse Translation

Enables PS/2 to RS-232 mouse translation for serial-mouse CPUs.

Force PS/2 Wheel Mouse Mode

Sets the mouse mode to PS/2 wheel format for compatible CPUs.

Troubleshooting

Restoring Factory-Default Settings

Steps to reset the switch to its original factory defaults.

Troubleshooting: CPU and Peripherals

CPU Does Not Boot or Keyboard/Mouse Error

Addresses issues with CPU booting and keyboard/mouse errors.

Troubleshooting: Port Switching and Input

Cannot Switch Ports from Keyboard

Solutions for inability to switch between CPU ports using keyboard commands.

Incorrect Characters Typed

Troubleshooting incorrect or missing character input.

Scanning and Switching Issues

Addresses problems with scanning or switching to specific CPU ports.

Troubleshooting: Mouse Issues

Mouse Driver Not Loading

Steps to resolve issues with the mouse driver failing to load.

Cannot Access Mouse Functions

Troubleshooting problems with mouse function access.

PS/2 Mouse Out of Sync

How to fix PS/2 mouse synchronization issues.

Troubleshooting: Display Issues

Mouse Not Moving Pointer/Cursor

Solutions for when the mouse pointer or cursor is not displayed.

Monitor Display Fuzzy

Tips for resolving fuzzy monitor display issues.

Video Synchronization or Color Issues

Troubleshooting problems with video sync or color display.

Troubleshooting: Advanced Issues

High-Resolution Video Problems

Addresses issues with achieving high-resolution video output.

CPU Lock-up with Windows 3.x

Solutions for CPUs locking up when starting Windows 3.x.

Incompatibilities (Docking Stations, Dongles, ThinkPads)

Explains incompatibilities with docking stations, dongles, and ThinkPads.

Troubleshooting: Support and Shipping

Calling Black Box Technical Support

Guidance on how to contact Black Box for technical assistance.

Shipping and Packaging Instructions

Recommendations for transporting or shipping the ServSwitch Jr.

Appendix A: NVRAM Factory Defaults

Appendix B: Cable Product Codes

Appendix C: Rackmounting

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