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H. USB Link to Computer 1
I. USB Ports to USB Devices
J. Power Adapter Jack
K. USB Link to Computer 2
L. Color-Coded Indicator Lights
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M. Removable Keycaps
N. Snap-in Cable Holder Jack
O. Manual/Automatic Switch
(ShareCentral 2/ShareCentral 5 only)
P. Wall Mount Holes
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Sharing USB Devices Just Got Easier
Switching USB devices—printers, external hard drives, and so on—among multiple
computers has typically involved climbing, reaching, or bending to disconnect and attach
cables. Not anymore. The Kensington ShareCentral provides a simple, central connection
point that lives right on your desktop or your home office wall. Depending on your
ShareCentral, you can share one, two, or five USB devices between two computers.
The ShareCentral works whether you have one stationary computer and one portable
notebook, or two of the same type. Switching devices between the attached computers
is as easy as pressing a button or a keyboard key—and in some cases, the process can be
automated, so you don't need to press anything at all!
Please read this short manual to learn valuable information about the safe and proper
use and installation of your ShareCentral. Register your ShareCentral online at
www.kensington.com/register.
NOTE: The instructions in this manual describe switching multiple devices between
computers. This functionality is available on the ShareCentral 2 and ShareCentral 5. The
ShareCentral 1 allows you to switch a USB printer or other single USB device between
computers.
Connecting Computers and Devices to Your ShareCentral
1. (ShareCentral 2/ShareCentral 5 only) Plug the power adapter into the power adapter
jack on your ShareCentral. Then plug the power adapter into a working electrical
outlet.
2. Plug the color-coded USB cable (included) into the USB link for Computer 1 on your
ShareCentral. Then plug the cable into a working USB port on your computer.
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