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3.3.5 Hotkey

Specify the Hotkey preceding sequence for all Hotkey commands. The Hotkey option allows you to choose among 4 keys to use as the initial hotkey. You
can use Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, Num Lock (Num Lock will be described as Number) or F12. To change the Hotkey Preceding Sequence, go to the OSD
Setup Menu, highlight Hotkey, select the desired hotkey using the

keys and hit the ‘Enter’ key to confirm the change.

3.3.6 Setup Password

Specify password for access to the KVM switch. (Note: The Password option defaults to disabled.) Use the

keys to navigate to the Password option in

the OSD Setup Menu and hit the ‘Enter’ key to select. Select to Enable or Disable Password Protection. Once enabled, you will be required to enter your
password to access the KVM switch. Password defaults at ‘admin.’ To change the password configuration, you must provide the current password before
making changes. If you forget your password and cannot access your KVM, contact Tripp Lite Tech Support at (773) 869-1234.

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Figure 3-3: Password Setup Prompts

3.3.7 Load Default

Return all daisy-chained KVM switches to factory default settings (e.g., computer names, Auto Scan time, Auto Logout, etc.). This option will not change
or disable password settings, ensuring the security of your KVM switch. Navigate to Load Default using

keys and hit ‘Enter’.

3.3.8 OSD Appearance

Keep or Hide the OSD Menu after switching ports.

3.4 Status Menu

Hit the F1 Key when inside the OSD Setup Menu to access the Status Menu. The Status Menu shows the bank number, firmware version, model name and
number of ports.

3.4 Status Menu

Figure 3-4: Status Menu