Kvm Over Cat5: Secure, Affordable Means Of Peripheral Extension

A KVM over CAT5 extender provides the ability to control a computer with its connected peripheral devices remotely

. A distance ranging between 330 feet up to 1000 feet is possible by connecting the local and the remote units via category cables, but for even greater distances the KVM over Fiber version can be used. Consisting of a compact sized transmitter and a receiver unit, these devices provide an affordable solution for connectivity over a large distance. Variants of this device support PS2, USB peripherals and VGA or DVI video. While in the USB variant, the receiver requires external power whereas the transmitter draws power directly from the computer to which it is connected, in other variants both units require external power.

Also called CAT5 KVM Extender, this piece of hardware comes with a plug and play functionality requiring no additional software or drivers for operation. Installation is simple and does not require complex network configurations. High end versions of this device are available with optional stereo audio, RS232 and infra red remote control. Supporting multiple platforms such as DOS, Windows 3x, 9x, 2000, NT, ME, XP, Novell, Linux, UNIX, this extension device has a key feature which is protection of sensitive hardware as the servers and PCs can be isolated from the individuals controlling them. Latest models are also available with dual user options allowing two users to work on the same computer.

This KVM Extender over CAT5 supports video high quality data transmission at resolutions of 1920 x 1440 @ 60 Hz. While system selection and management can be done via push buttons or hot key combination, the LEDs on the front indicate the status of the connected devices. Equipped with CE, FCC and RoHS certifications, these extenders support video gain, equalization and RGB skew adjust. They also have an auto console for switching between local and remote units and connecting a KVM console to any platform.

Since these devices enable a user to work in secure, noise free environments, they are made use of in government, military, financial, educational and commercial institutions. The KVM over CAT5 device is a boon in areas of surveillance and remote monitoring.

by: Peter Pal Disuja

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