Manufacturer's Description
Desktop control of up to 4 PCs from one keyboard, monitor and mouse! The LINDY CPU Switch Smart has the same level of reliability and compatibility as the Junior range. It shares some of the advanced features such as SmartBoot, mixed mice support and flexible channel switching from front panel key, 3 button PS/2 mouse or user selectable hotkey combinations. The connectors are on the rear allowing cables to run neatly behind.
If you are looking for the convenience of a desktop CPU switch, but have no requirement for some of the features found on our higher specification CPU Switch range, then the Smart is the ideal choice for less demanding installations.
Continuous keyboard and mouse emulation on all ports ensures problem free computer bootup. Interface powered operation - draws its power from the connected computers for maximum convenience. Intelligent switching feature enables users to switch between all ports or just the active ports
Supports high bandwidth monitors at resolutions up to 1900 x 1440 with an excellent video transfer characteristic - high bandwidth and low distortion. Mixed AT & PS/2 keyboards and PS/2 & RS-232 mice supported as standard
Supports LINDY mice, Microsoft IntelliMouse, Logitech Firstmouse+, Mouseman+ and other wheel mice. Flash upgradeable, allows for future enhancements (requires extra cable). Can be cascaded to provide a video switching network (optional power supply required)
Video channels support Display Data Channel (DDC1/DDC2) signalling. Password security prevents unauthorised use. User options stored in EEPROM memory Remote control module for convenient operation. Channel switching by front panel key, keyboard hotkey or 3 button mouse. Options port allowing two switches to be linked for multiheaded video applications
Automatically restores keyboard and mouse states when channel changed. Supports keyboard modes 1, 2 & 3, mouse prompt and stream modes for maximum compatibility. Compatible with Windows 3.x/ 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP, OS/2, NetWare, UNIX and RS6000. Supplied with PC99 colour coded 3-in-1 KVM cables (2m) with innovative locking method (2 x 6 Pin Mini DIN Male/Male & 15 Way HD Male/Male)