Model: B024HU08
from $1,318.64
This 1 RU, rack mountable 8-Port HDMI/USB KVM Switch with Audio/Video and USB Peripheral Sharing from Tripp Lite allows you to control up to eight desktop or laptop computers from one centralized HDMI monitor and USB keyboard/mouse. It supports HD resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (@ 60 Hz) for crystal-clear 1080p video. The built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub lets you share USB peripherals among connected computers. This widely compatible KVM switch works with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
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 $1,318.64.
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 Tripp Lite 8-Port HDMI/USB KVM Switch with Audio/Video and USB Peripheral Sharing (1 RU) is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,318.64.
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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