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P73778-C-SOHO-man-9_02.qxd 9/18/02 5:17 PM Page 30 FAQs Q: What is the maximum video resolution that the KVM Switch supports? A: The advanced video circuit in the KVM Switch supports a maximum resolution of 2048x1536@85Hz. Higher-resolution support is ideal for graphic artists and designers who depend on high-quality video. Q: What video bandwidth does the KVM Switch support? A: The KVM Switch supports 400MHz of video bandwidth. Q: What is the difference between the SOHO Series KVM Switch and the E Series KVM Switch? A: The SOHO Series KVM Switch offers additional audio and microphone support; a space-saving desktop design; cable management; flash-upgrade capability; and USB option. Q: Can PS/2 and USB connections be used simultaneously on the same port? A: No, you must use one or the other per CPU port on the KVM Switch. Q: What are the benefits of the SOHO Series KVM Switch's supporting audio and microphone inputs and outputs? A: The SOHO Series KVM Switch is perfect for the home- and small-office user who commonly uses multimedia. With multimedia support you do not need an extra set of speakers for each computer that is connected to your KVM unit. Q: Do I have to install any software to use the KVM Switch? A: No, the KVM Switch does not require any drivers or software to be installed in your computers. Simply connect all your computers to the PC ports on the KVM Switch, then attach one keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the "Console" port and it is ready for use. 30 FAQs Q: Does the KVM Switch require an AC adapter? A: The KVM Switch can be powered by the PS/2 keyboard port of your computer. An optional 9V DC, 600mA power adapter with center pin positive polarity may be used for instances where power cannot be drawn from a PS/2 port of a computer.The KVM Switch can also be powered from the USB port (available on the F1DS102T and F1DS104T only). Q: Can I use the KVM Switch to switch video signals only? A: Yes, you may use the KVM Switch to switch between video signals only without having to connect the keyboard and mouse. The keyboard and mouse should be connected directly to the computer that the video signal is taken from to ensure that your computer functions properly. Note: The KVM Switch will require the use of the optional AC power adapter since power cannot be drawn from the computer via USB or keyboard. Q: Can I use the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch on my Sun computer that supports USB? A: Yes, the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch works with any USB-capable computer. Q: Does the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch support Linux? A: Yes, the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch works with all Linux kernels configured for USB support. Q: Does the KVM Switch support Microsoft keyboards? A: Yes, the KVM Switch is compatible with Microsoft Internet Keyboard PRO, Natural® Keyboard PRO, and Logitech keyboards with up to standard 107-key support only. Q: How long is the warranty for the KVM Switch? A: The KVM Switch comes with a five-year limited warranty. 31

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FAQs
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FAQs
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Q:
What is the maximum video resolution that the KVM Switch supports?
A:
The advanced video circuit in the KVM Switch supports a maximum
resolution of 2048x1536@85Hz. Higher-resolution support is ideal for
graphic artists and designers who depend on high-quality video.
Q:
What video bandwidth does the KVM Switch support?
A:
The KVM Switch supports 400MHz of video bandwidth.
Q:
What is the difference between the SOHO Series KVM Switch and the
E Series KVM Switch?
A:
The SOHO Series KVM Switch offers additional audio and microphone
support; a space-saving desktop design; cable management;
flash-upgrade capability; and USB option.
Q:
Can PS/2 and USB connections be used simultaneously on the
same port?
A:
No, you must use one or the other per CPU port on the KVM Switch.
Q:
What are the benefits of the SOHO Series KVM Switch’s supporting
audio and microphone inputs and outputs?
A:
The SOHO Series KVM Switch is perfect for the home- and
small-office user who commonly uses multimedia. With multimedia
support you do not need an extra set of speakers for each computer
that is connected to your KVM unit.
Q:
Do I have to install any software to use the KVM Switch?
A:
No, the KVM Switch does not require any drivers or software to be
installed in your computers. Simply connect all your computers to the
PC ports on the KVM Switch, then attach one keyboard, monitor, and
mouse to the “Console” port and it is ready for use.
Q:
Does the KVM Switch require an AC adapter?
A:
The KVM Switch can be powered by the PS/2 keyboard port of your
computer. An optional 9V DC, 600mA power adapter with center pin
positive polarity may be used for instances where power cannot be
drawn from a PS/2 port of a computer.The KVM Switch can also be
powered from the USB port (available on the F1DS102T and
F1DS104T only).
Q:
Can I use the KVM Switch to switch video signals only?
A:
Yes, you may use the KVM Switch to switch between video signals only
without having to connect the keyboard and mouse. The keyboard and
mouse should be connected directly to the computer that the video
signal is taken from to ensure that your computer functions properly.
Note: The KVM Switch will require the use of the optional AC power
adapter since power cannot be drawn from the computer via USB
or keyboard.
Q:
Can I use the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch on my Sun computer that
supports USB?
A:
Yes, the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch works with any
USB-capable computer.
Q:
Does the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch support Linux?
A:
Yes, the USB SOHO Series KVM Switch works with all Linux kernels
configured for USB support.
Q:
Does the KVM Switch support Microsoft keyboards?
A:
Yes, the KVM Switch is compatible with Microsoft Internet Keyboard
PRO, Natural
®
Keyboard PRO, and Logitech keyboards with up to
standard 107-key support only.
Q:
How long is the warranty for the KVM Switch?
A:
The KVM Switch comes with a five-year limited warranty.
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