ATEN CS1708A / CS1716A 8/16 Port PS/2 - USB KVM Switch Quick Start Guide

Package Contents

1 x CS1708A / CS1716A KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mounting Kit
2 x Custom KVM Cable Sets
1 x Console Cable
1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
1 x Foot Pad Set (4 pcs)
1 x Power Adapter
1 x User Instructions

Hardware Review

Front View

Diagram B (Front View) shows the front panel of the KVM switch with the following components:

1. Port LEDs: Indicate the status of each port.
2. Reset Button: Used to reset the device.
3. USB Port: For connecting USB devices.
4. Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch: For firmware recovery.
5. Firmware Upgrade Port: For firmware updates.
6. Power LED: Indicates the power status.
7. Station ID LED: Indicates the station ID.

Rear View

Diagram B (Rear View) shows the rear panel of the KVM switch with the following components:

1. Daisy-chain Ports: For connecting multiple switches in a chain.
2. KVM Ports: Connect to computers.
3. Grounding Terminal: For grounding the device.
4. Cable Tie Slot: For cable management.
5. Power Jack: For connecting the power adapter.
6. Console Port: Connects the console (keyboard, mouse, monitor).

Installation

Rack Mounting – Front

Diagram C illustrates rack mounting.

Remove the two screws from the left and right sides of the switch near the front panel.
Use the M3 x 8 Phillips hex head screws supplied with the rack mounting kit to attach the rack mounting brackets to the sides near the front of the unit.
Place the KVM switch in the rack, aligning the bracket holes with the rack holes. Secure the mounting brackets to the front of the rack.

Grounding

To prevent damage, ensure all devices are properly grounded. Connect one end of a grounding wire to the grounding terminal on the CS1708A / CS1716A and the other end to a suitable grounded object.

Single Level Installation

For a single-level installation (no daisy-chaining):

Ground the CS1708A / CS1716A and ensure all connected computers are powered off.
Connect a keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the console port using the provided console cable.
Use KVM cable sets to connect each KVM port to the keyboard, video, and mouse ports of the respective computers.
Plug the power adapter cable into the switch's power jack and then into an AC power source.
Turn on the computers.

Operation

The CS1708A / CS1716A offers three methods for accessing connected computers:

1. Manual Port Switching

Use the front panel pushbutton switches to manually switch between ports.

2. OSD Port Switching

The On-Screen Display (OSD) features a two-level password system (administrator/user). A login screen appears before the main OSD. If it's the first use or no password is set, press [Enter]. The main OSD screen appears in administrator mode. To select a port, double-click it or highlight it and press [Enter]. The OSD hotkey can optionally be changed to the [Ctrl] key, requiring a double press of the same [Ctrl] key.

3. Keyboard Port Switching (Hotkeys)

All hotkey operations require activating Hotkey mode. Two sequences are available:

Default Hotkey: Number Lock and Minus Keys

Press and hold [Num Lock], press and release [-], then release [Num Lock]. Sequence: [Num Lock] + [-]

Alternative Hotkey: Control and F12 Keys

Press and hold [Ctrl], press and release [F12], then release [Ctrl]. Sequence: [Ctrl] + [F12]

Hotkey Summary Table

Hotkey Combination	Function
`[Num Lock] + [-]` or `[Ctrl] + [F12]`	Invokes Auto Scan mode. Press `[P]` or left-click to pause/resume auto-scanning.
`[B]`	Toggles the beeper on or off.
`[Esc]` or `[Spacebar]`	Exits hotkey mode.
`[F1]`	Sets Operating System to Windows for the target computer.
`[F2]`	Sets Operating System to Mac for the target computer.
`[F3]`	Sets Operating System to Sun for the target computer.
`[F5]`	Performs a keyboard/mouse reset on the target computer.
`[H]`	Toggles the hotkey invocation keys between `[Ctrl] + [F12]` and `[Num Lock] + [-]`.
`[R] + [Enter]`	(Administrator only) Restores the switch’s default values.
`[SN][PN] + [Enter]`	Switches access to the computer corresponding to that port ID.
`[T]`	Toggles the OSD hotkey between `[Ctrl] [Ctrl]` and `[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]`.
`[←]`	Invokes Skip mode and skips to the previous accessible port.
`[→]`	Invokes Skip mode and skips to the next accessible port.
`[↑]`	Invokes Skip mode and skips to the last accessible port of the previous station.
`[↓]`	Invokes Skip mode and skips to the first accessible port of the next station.

Online Resources

For online registration and technical support:

International Support: http://support.aten.com
North America Product Registration: http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration
Technical Phone Support (International): 886-2-86926959
Technical Phone Support (North America): 1-888-999-ATEN Ext: 4988
Technical Phone Support (United Kingdom): 44-8-4481-58923

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