Minicom Advanced Systems CAT5 Switch User Manual


 
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1. What is the CAT5 Smart KVM Extender system?
The CAT5 Smart KVM Extender system from Minicom is an advanced KVM
switch that performs the following functions:
Extends KVM control over a computer* up to a distance of 110m / 360ft
Gives 2 users at 2 workstations control of 1 computer*
A 2-port KVM Switch for 1 or 2 users
* Wherever the word ‘computer’ appears in this guide it can equally refer to a
KVM switch.
2. The system components
The Smart KVM Extender system consists of the following:
Transmitter
Receiver
3 in 1 CPU cable
1 Power adapter for the Receiver
A Shielded CAT5 FTP (Foil Shielded Twisted Pair) Solid Wire 2x4x24 AWG
cable terminated with RJ-45M connectors connects the Smart KVM Extender
system. The Receiver can be up to 110m/360ft away from the Transmitter.
This Guide illustrates the Smart KVM Extender system and explains how to
install and operate it.