ADDERView Secure Analogue Enhanced Manual
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10 Installation Locations Please consider the following important points when planning the locatio\ n of the AdderView Secure unit: • Situate the unit close to the host computers to which it will be connected and also the user console peripherals. • The unit requires a power supply input, so a nearby spare mains power outlet will be required. • As keyboard and mouse switching codes are not possible for security reasons, the only way to...
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11 Mounting The AdderView Secure unit offers two main mounting methods: • Supplied four self-adhesive rubber feet • Optional rack brackets CONS INDOOR USE O NLY 3
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12 Making connections Connections to the AdderView Secure unit do not need to follow the preci\ se order given in this user guide, although if one or more systems must be \ hot- plugged, connect these after all other connections have been made. IMPORTANT: To achieve the high levels of signal isolation and low emissi\ ons profile that the switch is capable of delivering, it is necessary to u\ se the only the cables listed in the Additional...
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13 To connect a display monitor 1 Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the unit and t\ he host computer(s) to be connected. 2 Connect a suitable VGA video display to the port labeled within the Console section on the rear panel. Ensure that the securing screws are u\ sed to maintain reliable links. Note: We strongly recommend that you use a video cable that has been correctly screened against signal emissions (such...
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14 Video display (EDID) information The Display Data Channel (or DDC) communication scheme was introduced to allow video displays to provide details (using the information format of EDID - Extended Display Identification Data) about themselves and their capabilities to the computer’s graphic adapter circuitry. In most applications thi\ s is a useful and positive feature. However, in a highly secure environment this prese\ nts two potential...
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15 Connection to power supply Important: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information g\ iven within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use an unearthed power socket or extension cable. To connect the power supply 1 Attach the output connector of the power supply (country specific power supplies are available) to the socket located in the centre of the rear panel. 2 When all other connections...
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16 SECT 4 Operation In operation, the AdderView Secure unit allows you to quickly and secure\ ly switch between up to four systems. Strictly only one system may be acces\ sed at a time, whereupon the common keyboard and mouse (and smart card reader, if used) are linked to that system. Important security features Tamper-evident seals Given the high security nature of most installations that incorporate th\ is unit, tamper-evident seals are...
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17 Authentication checking (enhanced models only) In addition to the anti-subversion scans that occur continuously, enhanc\ ed versions (AVSC1102-XX and AVSC1104-XX) of the AdderView Secure also provide a trusted mechanism whereby you can confirm their authenticity\ . At manufacture, qualifying AdderView Secure units have a unique identity\ code configured within their circuitry. On request, Adder can provide you with an Authentication...
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18 Selecting computers In order to guard against the possibility of malicious software and also\ to minimize the chance of accidental switching, the AdderView Secure unit o\ ffers only one method to change between channels. All switching is done using \ the front panel switches. • The buttons are clearly labeled to eliminate any ambiguity. • Press the appropriate button to select the labeled channel. • When the chosen channel has been...
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19 Further information Troubleshooting If you experience problems when installing or using the AdderView Secure\ unit, please check through this section for a possible solution. If your probl\ em is not listed here and you cannot resolve the issue, then please refer to the ‘\ Getting assistance’ section. No video from computer • This is most likely to be associated with a mismatch between the host computer’s video output and the DDC data...