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DVI KVM Switch: One Set of Peripherals Controlling Multiple DVI Computers

Guest post by: Peter Disuja

Article Overview: A DVI KVM Switch is used to control multiple DVI based computers using a single set of peripheral devices. Available in both PS2 and USB versions, the models have 2, 4, 8 or 16 ports.

DVI KVM Switch: One Set of Peripherals Controlling Multiple DVI Computers

A DVI KVM Switch is used to control multiple DVI based computers using a single set of peripheral devices. Available in both PS2 and USB versions, the models have 2, 4, 8 or 16 ports. Easy to install, the devices work on plug and play functionality. A user needs to connect the peripherals to the input port and the computers to the output ports. Once powered on, the device is ready to be used. It does not require any additional software or device drivers for operation. Offering multi platform support, these devices work with DOS, Win3.X, Win95/98/98SE/2000/ME, WinNT, Netware, UNIX, and Linux.

The DVI Switch is hot pluggable so a user can add or remove connected PCs for maintenance without powering down the switch or the computers. Control can be exercised using hot keys or front panel push buttons. More advanced versions also use the RS232 and Infra red remote control. LEDs on the front indicate the status of the connected devices. Equipped with an auto scan mode to monitor the PCs at intervals ranging between 1 to 99 seconds, these units have operating and storage temperatures ranging between 0 to 50 degrees Celsius and -20 to 60 degrees Celsius respectively. While the PS2 versions of the DVI KVM device support Microsoft Intellimouse, Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer, Logitech Net Mouse, the USB models are compliant with USB 1.1 and some with USB 2.0 specifications.

The DDC2B compliance allows digital communication protocols between a computer display and a graphics adapter enabling the display to communicate its supported display modes to the adapter. Fully compliant with DVI specifications, this compact unit offers superior video quality at a resolution of 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz. This KVM Switch is certified by UL, CE and RoHS. Introduced to serve multiple purposes, it’s usage ranges from industrial applications to digital signage.

In environments where the computers are required to be placed in secure environments where there is minimum noise interference and security breach, such as in recording and film studios, information kiosks, hospitals and medical institutions, financial institutions and stock exchanges, the DVI KVM switch comes handy.

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