User Manual
USB Laptop KVM Switch
GCS661U
Part No. M1069
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Table of Contents
User Notice
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Installation Diagram
Operation
Specifications
Troubleshooting
FCC
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A Note About Terminology
Overview
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Features
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Package Contents
Requirements
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CE
Operating System Support
GCS661U Diagram
Hardware Setup
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RoHS
Contact
Warranty
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User Notice
All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior
notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness
for any particular purpose. Any of the manufacturer’s software described in this manual is sold or licensed `as is’.
Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor,
or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct
operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation.
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A Note About Terminology
Throughout this manual, and in the File Transfer application Graphical User Interface (GUI), Local computer or
Local Machine refers to the laptop (also may be referred to as Console) that is being used to control the second
PC. Remote computer or Remote Machine refers to the secondary PC or laptop that you connect to in order to
manage files.
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Overview
The USB Laptop KVM Switch is the latest in KVM innovation from IOGEAR, combining easy switching and
convenient file transferring between two computers. It allows the user to seamlessly control a second computer
with a laptop as the console. It features a toolbar with multiple functions such as file transfer, desktop image
scaling, and others. With its desktop image scaling, user can adjust the resolution of the remote screen for best
possible viewing, simply with the click of a button. The built-in file transfer utility software lets the user drag & drop
any files or create backup copies between both computers. The extra USB port provides a mean to connect a
USB peripheral device such as an external hard drive or others, for sharing or file transfer.
The GCS661U offers a complete easy to install out-of-box solution and with no additional cables required. It is
ideal for people who own a laptop and an older desktop PC and wish to keep using both for various functions or
applications.
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Features
• USB-to-USB Laptop KVM with File Transfer functionality
• Control your second computer with your laptop
• File system management utility allows you to transfer files between two computers/laptops – simply
drag and drop
• Desktop scaling – user can adjust the resolution of the Remote screen to the Local one
• 1-port USB 2.0 built-in for USB 2.0 peripherals sharing
• Compact design, built-in all-in-one USB 2.0 cables
• Plug and play – minimal software installation required
• No power adapter needed
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Package Contents
1 x GCS661U
1 x Carrying pouch
1 x User Manual
1 x Warranty / Registration Card
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping.
If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent
any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.
Note:
Features may have been added to the GCS661U since this manual was printed. Please visit our
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Requirements
Local computer (Console)
A laptop computer with a USB 2.0 Type A port
(Alternative option: A desktop with a keyboard, mouse and monitor)
Remote Computer (secondary PC)
A computer (desktop or laptop) with a USB 2.0 Type A port
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Operating System Support
Windows® 2000 or higher, XP, and Vista
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GCS661U Diagram
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2
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Component
Description
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USB Plug
This end connects to the USB port on the Remote computer (note the
longer length of the cord).
2
LED
Flashes blue at a slow, steady pace when connection between both
computers is working or when the device is idle.
Flashes blue at a rapid pace when data is being transferred between
both computers.
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4
USB Plug
This end connects to the USB port on the Local computer (note the
shorter length of the cord).
USB 2.0 Peripheral Port USB 2.0 peripherals port.
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Hardware Setup
Make sure that all devices are properly
2. Turn on the Remote (desktop) computer.
grounded.
Note: You may be prompted to type in a password
depending on how the computer was originally set
up. If so, type in the password and proceed with
the steps below. Remember that you will always be
asked for the password every time you turn on the
desktop. If you wish to remove it, see the
Troubleshooting section for additional details on
how to. It is recommended that you do remove the
password request especially if you plan to
discontinue the use of the monitor, keyboard and
mouse.
Setting up the GCS661U is quick and easy,
offering simple plug and play functionality in just a
few short steps. Follow the steps below and refer
to the installation diagram on the following page:
1. Make sure that the Remote computer has the
monitor, keyboard and mouse connected. This
is required for a successful initial software
installation on that computer.
3. Plug the longer USB cable into a USB port on
the Remote computer.
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4. Go to “My Computer” and highlight “GCS661U”
drive. Right click on it and choose “Explore”.
5. Double click on the “Setup.exe” file.
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6. The Setup screen will show on your screen.
Click on “next”.
7. Choose where you want to install the application
then click “next”.
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8. Click “next” one more time.
9. Click “install” to install the application on the
computer.
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10. Set up will install the software on your
Remote computer. Click “Finish”.
11. Turn on the Local (laptop) computer.
12. Plug the shorter USB cable into a USB port on
the Local (console) computer.
13. On the Local screen, an AutoPlay window
appears. Click on “Run Launch_GCS661U.
exe”.This will install the software on the Local PC.
Note: After initial software is complete, you will
not need to go through the steps above again.
However, every time you use the KVM, you will
need to go to “My Computer” and click on “Run
Launch_GCS661U.exe” icon in the Local (laptop)
computer, if the Autoplay window does not appear
on your local screen.
14. When the software is installed on both PC’s,
the icon “Laptop KVM running” shows in the
lower left hand corner of the toolbar.
Note: You may be prompted to reboot the Local
computer after the software has been installed. It is
not necessary to do so.
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15. Connection is established and the Remote
screen (desktop) is displayed on your Local
screen (laptop). You’re now ready to control
the Remote PC from your Local PC’s key
board and mouse.
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Installation Diagram
Remote
Local
or
or
or
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Operation
The GCS661U User Interface provides a convenient toolbar in the top left of the Remote computer window.
The Toolbar buttons are as follows (see table below for details):
Toolbar Buttons
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2
3
4
5
No. Name
Description
1
2
3
4
Open File Transfer
Opens the File Transfer utility. (See Transferring Files)
Toggles the Remote computer screen between full and window
Toggle Full Screen Mode
Minimize Remote Screen Minimizes the Remote screen so user can work on Local screen.
Send to “Start” button on Shortcut to open the “Start” menu on the Remote desktop.
the Remote
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Match Server Screen
Adjusts the resolution of the Remote computer image to match that of
the Local computer monitor. (See Desktop Scaling)
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File Transfer
3. There are two methods of transferring files:
a) Drag and drop – Choose the destination
folder in either Local or Remote computer’s file
system, and then simply click on the file(s) to be
transferred and drag-n-drop to the destination.
The GCS661U features a file management
function that includes an intuitive File Transfer utility.
Transferring files between the Local and Remote
computers is simple and easy.
1. In the Remote desktop window on the Local
computer’s monitor, click the Open File Transfer
icon.
2. The File Transfer utility window appears:
The Local computer’s file system is displayed
on the left (under LOCAL MACHINE), and the
Remote computer’s file system is displayed on
the right (under REMOTE MACHINE).
b) Use the Send or Receive buttons – Highlight
file(s) to be transferred and the destination
folder, then click Send to transfer a file from
the Local computer to the Remote computer,
or Receive to transfer a file from the Remote
computer to the Local computer.
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4. File transfer progress can be tracked in the
Progress bar. A message in the History bar will
tell you when the file transfer has completed.
Other File Management Features
In addition to File Transfer, the GCS661U’s User
Interface also offers a full range of file system
management features, such as creating, renaming,
and deleting files and folders on both the Local
and the Remote computers.
Toggle Full Screen
This button allows the user to maximize or
minimize the Remote screen.
Minimize Remote Screen
This button allows the user to minimize the
Remote screen and gives instant access to the
Local screen.
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Note:
Send Start to Remote
The Remote desktop window can also be toggled
to full screen using the Toolbar. In full screen mode,
the remote desktop display scales to the Local
user’s monitor display size.
This button allows the user to launch the “Start”
button on the Remote PC. It is just another
shortcut to access the start menu and
subsequently the applications on the Remote PC.
In addition, the Remote desktop window can be
treated like any other window on the Local desktop
(minimize, maximize, etc.).
Match Server Screen (Desktop Scaling)
When the GCS661U is operational, the desktop
environment of the Remote computer appears in
its own window on the desktop of the Local
computer. The GCS661U’s innovative desktop
scaling feature offers the options of a full-screen or
sizable (by ratio) remote desktop window.
USB 2.0 Port
The GCS661U Laptop KVM features an additional
USB 2.0 port, offering the Local computer the ability
to access an additional USB 2.0 device, such as a
thumb drive, external storage, and others.
By default, the Remote desktop window maintains
the original resolution of the Remote computer
screen and appears on the Local computer’s
desktop in a 1:1 aspect ratio. To match the
resolution of the Remote desktop window to that
of the Local computer monitor, use the Match
Server Screen function in the Toolbar.
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Specifications
FUNCTION
GCS661U
Computer Connections
Connectors
1
Console Port
Computer Port
On Line
1 x USB Type A Male (Black)
1 x USB Type A Male (Black)
1 (Blue)
LED’s
Data Transfer
1 (Blue)
USB hub
1 x USB 2.0 Hub Port
0-50oC
Environment
Operating Temp.
Storage Temp.
Humidity
-20-60oC
0-80% RH, Non-Condensing
Plastic
Physical Properties
Housing
Weight
3.4 oz
Dimensions (WxHxD)
3.56” x .5” x 1.25”
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Troubleshooting
Issue
Potential Solution
Once installation is complete, can Not if you have initially installed the software on the Remote (desktop).
I use the GCS661U to control the
Local (laptop) computer from the
Remote (desktop) one?
You can only control from the Local computer.
What if I want to use the desktop
computer to control my laptop?
First, you need to uninstall the software if you have already installed it
on the desktop. Then reverse the installation steps highlighted above
(i.e. plug the longer cable and install the software on the laptop, etc.).
You can now control your laptop from your desktop computer.
Note: The laptop now becomes the Remote computer, and vice versa.
Does the GCS661U support
different languages OS for the
Local and Remote systems?
All KVM and file management functions are supported between
different languages OS (i.e. 1 computer with English OS and 1 with
a foreign language OS). However, text typed by the Local PC only
supports the Local OS language and English ASCII. Only the language
OS of the local computer can be keyed by the Local console into the
Remote desktop window and GUI.
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Issue
Potential Solution
Does the KVM work with Apple
No, the current version of the GCS661U only supports
OS or Linux?
Windows 2000 or higher, XP, and Vista.
When connecting a USB 2.0
device to the USB port on the
KVM, it does not work.
This may be that the device requires an external power adapter. If
such adapter is supplied, then it is recommended that it be used. If
the adapter is not supplied, then plug the USB device directly into
one of the USB ports on either computer.
When I plug a USB device into the If the Remote screen is displayed on your Local computer, you will
USB port on the KVM, I don’t see not see the USB device. You need to minimize it and go to the Local
it on my screen.
screen. You will be able to see it and manage it, including file copying
from the Local computer only.
Can I print a file located in the
Remote hard drive to the printer
that is directly connected to it?
Yes, with the Laptop KVM connected to both the Local and Remote,
you can send a print job from your Local computer of a file located
on the Remote to the printer directly connected to your Remote
computer.
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Issue
Potential Solution
Can I browse the internet from the Yes, if the Remote has an Internet connection, you can launch
Local (laptop) if the Remote
(desktop) is connected to it?
Windows Explorer, on the Remote, from your Local computer and
browse.
What happens if I reboot either
computer?
Wait for few seconds and you will then see an icon on the computer
stating that “Laptop KVM software running”. The utility software auto
start. Go to “My Computer” in the Local computer and click on the
GCS661U icon that is showing. The connection between computers
will be established.
After doing step right above, the
GCS661U is still not functioning.
Unplug and then re-plug the USB cables on both computers. You will
then see an icon on the computer stating that “Laptop KVM software
running”. The utility software auto start. Go to “My Computer” in the
Local computer and click on the GCS661U icon that is showing. The
connection between computers will be established.
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Issue
Potential Solution
How can I eliminate the Remote
computer’s request to put in a
password every time I turn it on?
You can change the password settings in Windows through the
Control Panel (2000, XP, or Vista). In XP, go to Control Panel, then
User Accounts, choose the Account you want to change and follow
instructions. In Vista, go to Control Panel, then User Accounts and
follow instructions related to changing password.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
15.21
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
15.105(b)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular in-
stallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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CE Statement
This device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive
on the approximation of the law of member states relating to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC and R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC.
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RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
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Contact
IOGEAR, INC.
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Irvine, CA 92618
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F 949.453.8785
© 2008 IOGEAR®. All Rights reserved. Part No. M1069
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Warranty
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