Black Box Explains... Multiplatform cabling environments.
When using a ServSwitch™ with multiple computer platforms, choosing which peripherals to use to control your diverse group of CPUs can be confusing. Because of the wide variation in connector types and compatibilities, there is a hierarchy to follow when choosing your “user station“ keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
1. If you have at least one Sun® computer in your application, you should use a Sun keyboard and mouse to control your CPUs.
2. If you have a mixture of PCs and Mac® computers, use your PC-style keyboard and mouse to control your CPUs.