Product ID: NOTECONS01
The NOTECONS01 KVM Console to USB 2.0 Portable Laptop Crash Cart 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.
With portability for the mobile administrator or repair technician in mind, this USB-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 USB 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 POST screen and BIOS, plus 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.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
How it works:
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
---|---|---|
Connector(s) | 1 - Console Interface(s) | USB Mini-B (5 pin) |
1 - Host Connectors | USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 | |
VGA (15 pin, High Density D-Sub) | ||
PS/2 (6 pin, Mini-DIN) | ||
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) | |
Humidity | 80% RH | |
Hardware | Audio | No |
KVM Ports | 1 | |
PC Interface | USB and PS/2 | |
PC Video Type | VGA | |
Number of Monitors Supported | 1 | |
Rack-Mountable | No | |
Cables Included | Yes | |
Daisy-Chain | No | |
Indicators | 1 - LED Indicators | Host/Server Video (VGA) Link |
User Console/USB Link | ||
Host/Server Keyboard/Mouse (USB,PS/2) Link | ||
Packaging Information | Package Length | 1.8 in [45 mm] |
Package Width | 11.8 in [30 cm] | |
Package Height | 6.3 in [16 cm] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 14.1 oz [400 g] | |
Performance | On-Screen Display | No |
IP Control | No | |
Hot-Key Selection | No | |
Maximum Analog Resolutions | 1920x1200 @ 60Hz | |
Maximum Number of Users | 1 | |
MTBF | 284000 Hrs | |
Physical Characteristics | Color | Black |
Material | Plastic | |
Cable Length | 1 x 15in (385mm) USB host cable, 1 x 3in (76mm) VGA host cable, 1 x 6ft (1.8m) USB Console cable | |
Product Width | 2.9 in [74 mm] | |
Product Height | 0.6 in [15 mm] | |
Product Depth | 4.5 in [11.5 cm] | |
Weight of Product | 6.0 oz [170 g] | |
Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, 2019 macOS 10.6 to 10.15, 11.0 Linux 2.6.x to 4.11.x (LTS Versions Only; glibc 2.18 or newer required) |
Special Notes / Requirements | Note | If you're interfacing with a Linux device, this adapter is only compatible with standard QWERTY keyboards in U.S English configuration |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB PS/2 KVM Console Adapter |
USB Cable | ||
USB to PS/2 Adapter | ||
USB Software Key |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)In order to view the computer connected to the laptop crash cart adapter, you must install the software package either from the USB stick or StarTech.com website. The software must be installed prior to using the device on your computer.
You require the following components in your hardware setup:
Drivers and software must be installed on the client computer before you connect the components. To install the software, complete the following:
Note: Windows typically saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in step 2.
Plug in the crash cart adapter and run the USB Crash Cart software. The software automatically detects the settings of the connected computer and shows the display from the computer. When you move the mouse cursor to the display, the keyboard and mouse control is redirected from the client to the host computer.
Before you install the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
Your device should be ready to use.
In order to view the computer connected to the KVM console adapter, you must install the software package either from the USB stick or the StarTech.com website. The software must be installed prior to using the device on your computer. To install the software, do the following:
Note: Mac OS X will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example,hard_drive_name\Users\your_name\Downloads).
The program is now located on the desktop and is ready to run.
Monitors may begin flickering when they receive a signal of insufficient quality. There are a few potential fixes available that will help to improve the signal quality in order to eliminate flickering:
Wanneer u problemen probeert op te lossen met een USB-crash cart adapter, zijn er enkele snelle tests die u kunt uitvoeren om mogelijke problemen uit te sluiten. U kunt testen of de volgende componenten goed werken en niet de oorzaak van het probleem zijn:
Probeer het volgende om uw installatiecomponenten te testen:
Bij het testen van uw kabels raden wij u het volgende aan:
Als u de videokabels, videobron en de USB crash cart adapter test, raden wij u het volgende aan:
Om de adapter goed te laten werken, moet de software op uw besturingssysteem worden geïnstalleerd. Nadat de software op uw besturingssysteem is geïnstalleerd, start u de software. De software detecteert automatisch de videobron, wanneer deze op de videopoort is aangesloten.
If the video works on your client computer but the keyboard or mouse is not working with your laptop crash cart adapter, try the following:
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your USB device, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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