Appendix A: Connecting a KX III and Cat5 Reach DVI - Provide Extended Local Port Functionality123Connect a KX III and Cat5 Reach DVINote: The images used in the diagrams are not specific to KX III but theconnections are accurate.This section introduces three scenarios involving KVM switches. Connect the Cat5 Reach DVI between any KVM switch and its localconsole. Connect the Cat5 Reach DVI between two KVM switches. Connect the Cat5 Reach DVI between a computer/server and a KVMswitch.Turn off all devices before making the connections.For detailed information on setting up the local and remote consoles, seeConnecting a Keyboard/Mouse/Video Source in Cat5 Reach DVIHelp for more information.To connect a KX III and Cat5 Reach DVI:1. If you have not already done so, set up the local and remoteconsoles with the Cat5 Reach DVI transmitter and receiver,respectively.See Basic Installation in Cat5 Reach DVI Help for moreinformation.2. Use a Cat5e/6 cable to connect the transmitter and receiver.3. Connect the transmitter and receiver to an appropriate power sourcerespectively.4. Connect the local console ports of the KVM switch to the transmitter.a. Plug one end of the Raritan-provided DVI cable into the DVI-I INport on the transmitter, and the other end into the KVM switch'svideo port.b. Plug the USB-B connector of the Raritan-provided USB cableinto the USB-B port on the transmitter, and the other end into theKVM switch's local USB-A port.
