from $551.95
Durable and reliable, and tested to 1,000,000 cycles, this Black Box SW1040A Cat6 A/B Switch allows you to manually or remotely switch between two RJ45 inputs. Use the push button controls to manually switch or take advantage of the 6-position terminal switch on the back to remotely switch. The unit maintains the connection even if power to the unit is interrupted. The switch ports are transparent and support up to 10 Gb/s.
Matching your monitor's resolution and refresh rate capabilities with the KVM is crucial, as many budget switches cap out at 4K 30Hz or 1080p. Ensure it supports the exact number of monitors and computers you need. Available from $551.95.
KVM switches require very little electricity and have no consumables. Ownership costs are effectively zero beyond the initial purchase and required cabling.
Common Failure Modes
Port failure or signal degradation over time are the main issues. Active electronic components can sometimes fail, causing blinking displays or dropped USB connections.
Matching your monitor's resolution and refresh rate capabilities with the KVM is crucial, as many budget switches cap out at 4K 30Hz or 1080p. Ensure it supports the exact number of monitors and computers you need.
KVM switches are solid-state and extremely durable. They are usually replaced only when users upgrade to higher resolution monitors that the KVM cannot support.
The Black Box SW1040A Cat6 A/B Switch is available at bhphoto, starting at $551.95.
KVM switches require very little electricity and have no consumables. Ownership costs are effectively zero beyond the initial purchase and required cabling.
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