Black Box Corporation
Black Box KV0004A-R2 4-Port KVM Switch with Glide & Switch
Control four computers with one keyboard and mouse by moving the cursor across monitor edges using Glide & Switch technology
- TypeUSB
- PC Connectors4 x USB Type B Female 4 x 3.5-mm audio inputs
- Console Connectors2 x USB HID Type A F 2 x USB 2.0 Type A F 1 x 3.5-mm audio O
- Computer Connections4 Ports USB-B
- Bandwidth11.40
- Power FeaturesExternal: Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; Output: 12 VDC, 1.5
- Switch computers by moving the mouse cursor across screen borders with Glide & Switch technology
- Control four USB-connected systems from one keyboard and mouse using true USB emulation
- Connect four computers via USB-B and 3.5 mm audio with front-panel, hotkey or mouse switching
- External 100-240 VAC power supply delivers 12 VDC at 1.5 A for reliable operation
- Compact 1.2 x 11.4 x 5.2 inch metal chassis weighs 2.0 lbs for desk or rack mounting
Four-Port USB KM Switch with Glide & Switch
The Black Box KV0004A-R2 is a new KM switch that lets one keyboard and mouse control up to four separate computers. It is built for operators who need to move instantly between systems without pressing buttons or memorising hotkeys. Finance desks, broadcast studios, public-safety centres and industrial control rooms are the typical environments. The unit ships with an external 12 VDC 1.5 A power supply that accepts 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz.
Glide & Switch cursor crossing across four displays
Switching occurs automatically when the mouse cursor crosses a screen border, a feature the manufacturer calls Glide & Switch. True USB emulation keeps keyboard and mouse recognised on every port at all times. The console side provides two USB HID ports and two USB 2.0 Type A ports for peripherals, plus a single 3.5 mm audio jack. Each computer connects through a USB Type B port and a 3.5 mm audio input. No video signals pass through the switch, so each system must drive its own monitor.
Front-panel, hotkey and mouse switching options
Installation is a matter of connecting the four USB-B cables, the audio cables and the power adapter, then attaching the shared keyboard, mouse and peripherals to the console ports. An RJ-45 network configuration port and an options port allow integration with the Black Box Agility IP-based KVM system. Linux compatibility varies by application and is not guaranteed. The metal chassis measures 1.2 by 11.4 by 5.2 inches and weighs 2.0 lbs.
Highlights
- Switch computers by moving the mouse cursor across screen borders with Glide & Switch technology
- Control four USB-connected systems from one keyboard and mouse using true USB emulation
- Connect four computers via USB-B and 3.5 mm audio with front-panel, hotkey or mouse switching
- External 100-240 VAC power supply delivers 12 VDC at 1.5 A for reliable operation
- Compact 1.2 x 11.4 x 5.2 inch metal chassis weighs 2.0 lbs for desk or rack mounting
Specifications
| Brand | Black Box |
|---|---|
| Model | KV0004A-R2 |
| Type | USB |
| PC Connectors | 4 x USB Type B Female 4 x 3.5-mm audio inputs |
| Console Connectors | 2 x USB HID Type A F 2 x USB 2.0 Type A F 1 x 3.5-mm audio Other: 1 x USB mini B 1 x RJ-45 options port 1 x RJ-45 network configuration port 2 x 3-position loc |
| Computer Connections | 4 Ports USB-B |
| Bandwidth | 11.40 |
| Power Features | External: Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; Output: 12 VDC, 1.5 amp |
| Features | Switch between separate computer systems simply by moving a mouse cursor from monitor to monitor. Automatic channel switching with Glide and Switch Technology True USB emulation Optional LED Channel indicators Multiple Switching Options: Mouse, hotkeys or front panel Works with Windows & Mac OS (Linux may be supported in certain applications but not all) |
| Dimensions | 1.2" x 11.4" x 5.2" |
| Weight | 2.0 lbs. |
| Shipping weight | 1.81 kg |
| Package size | 343 × 324 × 92 mm |
Questions about this item
How many computers can I connect to the KV0004A-R2?
You can connect up to four computers using the four USB Type-B ports on the rear of the unit.
What does the Glide & Switch feature actually do on my desk?
It lets you move the mouse cursor across the screen borders of up to four monitors to switch control between the connected computers automatically.
Which USB standard do the console ports use, and what does that limit?
The console provides two USB HID ports for keyboard and mouse plus two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, so high-speed peripherals run at USB 2.0 speeds.
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