Belkin KVM Remote Control with Integrated Keyboard, F1DN008KBD Frequently Asked Questions

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 

PRODUCT INFORMATION

1.  
What is the Belkin KVM Remote Control with Integrated Keyboard, F1DN008KBD?
2.  What is an SKVM remote control?
3.  Does the remote control provide console keyboard functions to the SKVM system?
4.  What is the warranty period of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?
5.  Why is it named remote control with an integrated keyboard?
6.  Is the Belkin F1DN008KBD TAA-compliant?

HARDWARE INFORMATION

1.  
What is the default color of the light of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?
2.  What are its dimensions?
3.  What are the recommended operating and storage temperatures for this product?
4.  What type of cable connection can I use to power the Belkin F1DN008KBD?
5.  Does the Belkin F1DN008KBD need a software update?
6.  When can I change the light of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?
7.  How do I identify the usage of the color labels provided with the remote control?
8.  Do I need to connect the keyboard to a power outlet? 

COMPATIBILITY

1.  
Is this USB implementation any different from a standard keyboard?
2.  What computer operating systems does the Belkin F1DN008KBD support?
3.  What devices are compatible with the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

FUNCTIONALITY

1.  
What are the functions of the switch control buttons?
2.  How is the color selection communicated to the keyboard?
3.  What is the other function of the remote control?
   


PRODUCT INFORMATION

1.  What is the Belkin KVM Remote Control with Integrated Keyboard, F1DN008KBD?

The Belkin KVM Remote Control with Integrated Keyboard, F1DN008KBD introduces a new secure KVM (SKVM) client experience while supporting Belkin's goal to tidy up the administrator's work area.  It also allows full control and awareness of the KVM while flawlessly covering the KVM away from the administrator, offering an ideally cleaned-up workspace.

2.  What is an SKVM remote control?

The SKVM remote control is a device used to select channels and modes of a secure KVM to switch video, mouse, audio, and USB peripherals between multiple secured computers.

3.  Does the remote control provide console keyboard functions to the SKVM system?

Yes.

4.  What is the warranty period of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

It has a 3-year warranty.

5.  Why is it named remote control with an integrated keyboard?

It is called a remote control with an integrated keyboard because of its function to enhance the user experience and declutters the desk by integrating a standard USB keyboard with remote control.

6.  Is the Belkin F1DN008KBD TAA-compliant?

Yes.

HARDWARE INFORMATION


1.  What is the default color of the light of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

By default, all lighting on the USB keyboard is white.

2.  What are its dimensions?

2 in x 7.5 in x 18.5 in (L x H x W)

3.  What are the recommended operating and storage temperatures for this product?

The keyboard/remote control has the operating and storage temperatures of:

 

  • Storage temperature: between -20°C to 60°C with humidity of 0%–80% RH
  • Operating temperature: between 0°C to 40°C with humidity of 0%–80% RH

4.  What type of cable connection can I use to power the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

The Belkin F1DN008KBD is NA-Powered via USB connection to SKVM.

5.  Does the Belkin F1DN008KBD need a software update?

No.

6.  When can I change the light of the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

The light of the keyboard/remote control can be change if the SKVM is configured for colors.

7.  How do I identify the usage of the color labels provided with the remote control?

For any information about the usage of the color, you must contact the administrator.

8.  Do I need to connect the keyboard to a power outlet? 

No.

COMPATIBILITY
 

1.  Is this USB implementation any different from a standard keyboard?

Yes.  The USB implementation in the remote control with an integrated keyboard is a composite device with separate RS232 and HID channels.

2.  What computer operating systems does the Belkin F1DN008KBD support?

The Belkin F1DN008KBD supports the same as the SKVM OS quotes.

3.  What devices are compatible with the Belkin F1DN008KBD?

The Belkin F1DN008KBD is compatible with 2-4-8 Port 2nd Generation Universal SKVM.

FUNCTIONALITY


1.  What are the functions of the switch control buttons?

It incorporates an independent HID channel for keyboard commands.  If the SKVM detects an RS323 remote control device, the local front panel pushbuttons will be deactivated, and the KVM needs to be power cycled to reactivate.

2.  How is the color selection communicated to the keyboard?

The KVM sends status and events to the remote control via the RS232 device.  

3.   What is the other function of the remote control?

The remote control also functions to operate the DPP and AUD active/frozen functions.

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