Introduction
1-4 HP 1x4 USB/PS2 KVM Switch User Guide
Rear Panel
Figure 1-2: Rear panel
Item Description Function
1 Console audio jacks Connectors used for attaching the cables for the console
microphone and speakers. Each jack is marked with the
appropriate icon.
2 USB hub peripheral ports Connectors used for attaching USB peripherals, such as
printers and scanners.
3 Firmware upgrade switch During normal operation, the firmware upgrade switch must be
in the NORMAL position.
4 Firmware upgrade port The RJ-11 firmware upgrade cable plugs into this connector.
For more information on upgrading the firmware, refer to
chapter 4 of this guide.
5 Power jack Connector used for attaching the cable for external power.
6 Monitor port Connector used for attaching the video cable for the console
monitor.
7 CPU ports Connectors used for attaching the custom cable sets that link
the switch to the computers. Each CPU port includes a
microphone jack, speaker jack, and KVM data connector.
