Keyboard and monitor multiplexer

Model 2.0

There was a lot of experience gathered with the previous models of the switch and the new release 2.0 has been fundamentally redesigned in order to meet the requirements.

The changes are extensive both to hardware and firmware. There are now many new microprocessor control functions added to the switch firmware. The result is more reliable operation and the switch ability to recover from unexpected problems such as intermittent cabling connection.

Product description.

The switch allows to control up to 8 AT computers from a single keyboard and monitor. No software is required.

Push button and keyboard switching is possible.

Each channel contains a dedicated microprocessor that emulates keyboard while the real keyboard is connected to another computer. The switch will boot all 8 machines at the same time. Installation can be done live without powering down computers.

Key features:

• automatic boot, any number of machines at once without operator intervention
• Compatible with 486 PS2 models
• works with up 8 PCs - mixture of AT and PS2 computers
• Keyboard operated switching - random access
• During boot, any port, the switch may be switched to any port. Switching during boot is controlled by the microprocessor and does not cause problems, the switch button can be toggled any time.
• Inactive ports are skipped during sequential switching. Any combination of dead and alive ports is OK.
• LED signals whether the contact has been established with the computer and with keyboard
• standard cabling
• rugged rack mount case
• no software is required
• each channels has a dedicated microprocessor to assure proper communication with a PC
• live installation
• No relays on keyboard section. All keyboard multiplexing is now done electronically instead of relays. Contact bouncing is therefor eliminated.
• Mouse switch interface. It allows to use an external mouse switch module.

Operation.

Specification.

Instalation.