Model: KA7176
from $259.5
The KA7176 USB Virtual Media KVM Adapter Cable with Audio (CPU Module) from ATEN connects the KVM switch to the video, USB, and audio ports of the target computer. With its small form factor and light weight design, it represents the next generation of USB Virtual Media KVM adapter cables offering signal compensation and delay skew techniques for enhanced video quality.
Determine if you need a passive adapter (just changing the plug shape) or an active converter (translating a digital signal to analog, like HDMI to VGA). Active converters are strictly directional, meaning an HDMI-to-DisplayPort cable will not work backwards. Available from $259.5.
Adapters and converters have zero maintenance and no consumable parts. Active converters may draw a microscopic amount of power via USB or HDMI, but the cost is unmeasurable. They are simply replaced if lost or broken.
Common Failure Modes
Failures are entirely physical or heat-related. Connectors can bend or snap if torque is applied to the cable. Active converters (which contain chips) can overheat and fail if passing high-bandwidth signals for long periods.
Determine if you need a passive adapter (just changing the plug shape) or an active converter (translating a digital signal to analog, like HDMI to VGA). Active converters are strictly directional, meaning an HDMI-to-DisplayPort cable will not work backwards. Always check maximum supported resolution and refresh rate for video adapters.
Passive adapters last indefinitely unless physically broken. Active converters (with chips) may fail after several years.
The ATEN KA7176 USB Virtual Media KVM Adapter Cable with Audio (CPU Module) is available at bhphoto, adorama, starting at $259.5.
Adapters and converters have zero maintenance and no consumable parts. Active converters may draw a microscopic amount of power via USB or HDMI, but the cost is unmeasurable. They are simply replaced if lost or broken.
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