54Power switching (via configuration menu)When used in conjunction with optional power switch boxes, the AdderViewCATx allows you complete remote control over the connected computers. Theprimary function of the power switching option is to remotely power down andreset computers that are failing to respond.To switch a computer on or off1 Select the on-screen menu in one of three ways:• By simultaneously pressing and then releasing .Note: The and hotkeys may have been changed. If thecombination fails to work, then please contact the system administratorfor details.• By pressing the middle and right buttons of a three button mouse, or• By selecting port using the front panel buttonsIf you are not already logged in, do so now.2 Switch to the computer port that needs to be switched on or off.Note: If the computer is still responding, try to shut it down normally beforeattempting a power switch operation.3 Display again the on screen menu and press to select ‘More menus’.4 The ‘Functions’ option should be highlighted, press .5 Highlight ‘Power Control’ and press .6 Highlight either ‘Switch Computer ON’ or ‘Switch Computer OFF’ asnecessary and press . A warning message with two options will bedisplayed:7 Press to confirm or to confirm and exit. The latter option clears themenu so that, if required, you can be ready to enter any escape sequencesthat are needed by the computer (to access its BIOS setup area), during thebootup sequence.User preferences and functionsIn addition to customising the reminder banner as described earlier, you canalso:• Change the colour of the on screen menu,• Select the screen saver style,• Restore mouse operation, or• Perform power control functions.All of these options are discussed within Appendix 1.
