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The GF-HDK18G-VIP-RX 4K HDR HDMI AV-over-IP KVM Receiver from Gefen supports resolutions up to 4K60 with a 4:4:4 color space. Multiple flavors of HDR, including HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision are also supported, along with up to 7.1 channels of HBR (high bitrate) digital audio and KVM OSD hotkey keyboard switching. The unit has an integrated scaler and can be controlled via its built-in web interface, Telnet, and UDP. Locking power supply connectors ensure that power is always connected during operation, but the device can also be powered via an optional PoE-enabled IP network switch.
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 $1,199.95.
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 Gefen GF-HDK18G-VIP-RX 4K HDR HDMI AV-over-IP KVM Receiver is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,199.95.
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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