Turn any laptop into a console for headless servers, PCs, ATMs, Kiosks and more!
StarTech.com’s USB 2.0 Laptop KVM Adapter turns your notebook or netbook into a portable server crashcart, eliminating the need to lug around a large, heavy and awkward video screen, keyboard, and mouse. This adapter delivers the VGA stream from any host computer to a laptop and emulates the laptop mouse and keyboard outputs, for simple access and control of connected servers, PCs or other "headless" devices.
"StarTech.com's USB KVM may be your new best friend for trips to the datacenter... you can use this from the back of the rack. So if you are handling issues that require moving cables or network connections... this can be a major timesaver."
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everthingUSB.comWith portability for the mobile administrator or repair technician in mind, this self-powered adapter features a small-footprint design that requires no additional accessories to connect to most servers, and requires no server-side software installation. Plus, the pocket-sized adapter draws its power from the server-side connections, allowing the laptop/netbook to last longer without consuming battery power.
Ensuring full control of the connected units, the Laptop KVM Server Console Adapter provides immediate access to the BIOS post and the ability to handle full configuration of the attached PC or machine; administrators can connect to a headless server/device without the need of an expensive LCD rackmount console or bulky monitor, keyboard, and mouse solution.
How it works:
An easy way to turn a laptop into a mobile KVM console:
Having trouble viewing the video? To view the file in an alternate format (.wmv), click on the following link, or download a copy to your desktop by right-clicking the link and selecting 'Save Target As': USB 2.0 Laptop KVM Console Adapter Video (.wmv)
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| Highest resolution portable console available; ultra high resolution support up to 1920 x 1600 @ 60Hz |
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| Draws power from the server side, saving the battery of the user's laptop; no power adapter needed, and no more searching for outlets |
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| Works with any VGA computer, server, or other machine; No server side software required |
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| Instant-on technology ensures the user sees the entire startup, ensuring critical screens are not missed (eg. BIOS posts, System ID information) |
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| Simple, automatic video scaling when resizing the viewing pane from the console PC (laptop), means it works right away, every time |
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| True USB mouse synchronization ensures accurate navigation of the connected server |
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| Manual video override adjustments allows it to work with legacy and industrial devices where other portable consoles don't |
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| Cost effective solution for areas where dedicated rack mounted LCD Consoles are too pricey or cumbersome to install |
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| Eliminates the need for huge, bulky crash carts in the server room or distributed networks |
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| Overall size is similar to a cell phone, small ruggedized casing is easily stored in the front pocket of a laptop bag |
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| Backed by StarTech.com with a 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support |
