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connected computers. Failure to switch the LINDY CPU Switch Smart and
computers on in the correct order can lead to the mouse and/or keyboard not being
recognised by the computers when they are switched on.
2.4 ‘Interface powered’ operation without the optional power
adapter
The LINDY CPU Switch Smart draws its power from the connected computers via
the keyboard cables. A single keyboard connection is normally sufficient to power
the LINDY CPU Switch Smart provided that the cable is no longer than 5 metres. If
more than one computer is connected then the power will be intelligently drawn from
all computers. Cables longer than 5 metres may be used provided that the LINDY
CPU Switch Smart is already powered by another connected computer or the
optional power adapter. If you are cascading the LINDY CPU Switch Smart to
another LINDY CPU Switch Smart then a power adapter must be connected to all
LINDY CPU Switch Smarts.
2.5 Configuring your PCs
Configure your PC in the same way that you would if your keyboard, mouse and
monitor were all connected directly to your PC. LINDY CPU Switch Smart emulates
Microsoft compatible serial, IntelliMouse, IntelliMouse Explorer and PS/2 mice, so
ensure that your PC software is configured for a Microsoft mouse of the correct type.
Refer to the list of supported drivers in section 2.1.
2.6 Configuring the LINDY CPU Switch Smart
The LINDY CPU Switch Smart is supplied pre-configured with factory defaults which
are suitable for most applications. There are a number of more advanced options
which can be set by the user. These are stored in the LINDY CPU Switch Smart’s
EEPROM memory and are retained when the power is disconnected.
The options may be changed whilst the LINDY CPU Switch Smart is in configure
mode. You may enter configure mode at initial power on or whilst the LINDY CPU
Switch Smart is running:
To enter configure mode at power on:
Switch off all the attached PCs and the LINDY CPU Switch Smart. Hold down the
front panel key whilst powering on the LINDY CPU Switch Smart. Remember that
the LINDY CPU Switch Smart draws its power from any attached PC via the