The USB VGA KVM Console Extender over CAT5 UTP from StarTech lets you control a server, a computer or multiple computers (connected through KVM switch) over a standard CAT5 or CAT6 UTP network cable connection, at distances of up to 492' away. You can use your existing keyboard, mouse, and monitor to access both the server rooms and your office computer, which allows you to switch between workstation view and KVM view at the remote location.

2 x USB Type A PC Interface    RJ-45 Ethernet Interface    Supports Combo Keyboard & Mouse    Supports Auto-Switching    Intuitive Hot-Key Commands    CE, FC, and RoHS Compliant

Supports most combo keyboard and mouse sets (including wireless sets)

PS/2 and USB host PCs supported via the appropriate PS/2 or USB KVM cable

The unit can be used with a single computer or with an existing KVM switch

Easy installation using industry-standard UTP network cable

Intuitive hot-key commands

Supports auto-switching between host and remote user or dedicated control

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it possible to purchase one of these and one Sescom 4-Channel Passive Balanced Audio Extender over Cat 5/6/7 and have the correct gender on each end? I mean if there is a female XLR on one end would it have the male XLR on the other adapter end.

A: Yes, it is possible to pair the Sescom 4-Channel Passive Balanced Audio Extender Over Cat5/6/7 - RJ45 To 2 Male/2 Female XLR for use with products like the Sescom 4-Channel Passive Balanced Audio Extender over Cat 5/6/7 seen below. https://bhpho.to/3yXUJ2y

Q: 2. Can these 12 lines be used for signals in either direction?

A: Yes, you can send audio in either direction.

Q: 3. installation?

A: IOGEAR says: The GCS42UW6 is a plug and play KVM . For help with installation please call support at 866-946-4327. Thank you for choosing IOGEAR

Q: 4. Will this work on a dvd player to connect to a projector?

A: Technically, yes, it could work, but it all depends on the resolution and frame rate your DVD player outputs. If your DVD player outputs a 1920 x 1080/ 60i video signal, then this converter should recognize the signal and converter it to VGA. However, if your DVD player outputs a standard definition or 720p signal via the HDMI connection, this will not work.

Q: 5. is this product UL certified?

A: Iogear lists this with FCC, and CE certifications. They do not provide documentation of UL certification.

Q: 6. Can this KVM switch be controlled via http or other network commands? I am looking to integrate this with Companion.

A: The IOGEAR 8-Port USB HDMI KVMP Switch does not have network support.

Q: 7. Hello, I have to connect my vga laptop to my new hdmi TV. This will work ok? thanks

A: This actually goes in the other direction. You would need something like the KanexPro VGA with RCA Audio to HDMI Converter, B&H # KAVGARLHD, instead. https://bhpho.to/2lQLw8S

Q: 8. How do we determine the ip address of the unit?

A: Detailed instructions on determining the IP address of the ATEN CS1708I can be found on page 145 of the manual, which is is located here: https://assets.aten.com/product/manual/cs1708i-1716i-w_2015-08-19.pdf

Q: 9. Does this work on a macbook air?

A: Currently the Console to USB 2.0 Portable Laptop Crash Cart Adapter is not compatible with the Mac OS and will not work with the MacBook Air.

Q: 10. I have an older gateway windows 7 pc only a single gva output. I need a converter to hdmi and a vga splitter to run two monitors?

A: This device simply takes a digital HDMI signal and converts to an analog SVGA output. It will not provide you with any means of running 2 monitors. If you want the same display on 2 monitors you can use a splitter. You will need to buy a splitter that matches whichever output you choose to go with. So, if you buy this device, you will need a splitter that takes a single SVGA input and splits it into 2 XXXX output of your choice. If you are trying to get 2 monitors that Windows (I assume) will see as independent monitors, then you need a graphics card to do so, or device similar to TripleHead2Go (multi monitor adapter). In order to have Windows see independent monitors, you have to have some kind of hardware that will manage 2 monitors (either graphics card, or external graphics processor). I assume you want Windows to see 2 monitors, I recommend a new graphics card to do so.