The StarTech SV831DUSBU is an 8-port 1U rackmount USB KVM switch designed for IT environments requiring centralized control of multiple computers. This device allows a user to manage up to eight USB-connected computers from a single keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor. It addresses the challenge of limited workspace and the need to streamline access to server equipment or multiple workstations without requiring dedicated peripherals for each machine.
Control is facilitated via hotkey commands, front panel push-buttons, or an On-Screen Display (OSD) for configuration. The unit is suitable for server room operations, occupying 1U of cabinet space. For larger deployments, the switch supports cascading, enabling control of up to 64 computers from a single console when combined with additional KVM switches. This KVM switch is compatible with specific 2-in-1 VGA and USB cables (sold separately) and is TAA compliant.
The SV831DUSBU 8 Port 1U Rack Mount USB KVM Switch with OSD offers a dependable computer management tool that allows you to control up to 8 USB-connected computers from a single keyboard, mouse and monitor.
The KVM switch offers maximum control, allowing you to switch computers using hotkey commands or front panel push-buttons, and offers added configuration options and convenience through an On Screen Display (OSD).
A suitable addition to server room operations, the 8 port switch can be rack mounted into 1U of cabinet space, and can be cascaded with multiple KVM switches to deliver control of up to 64 computers from this single switch.
The SV831DUSBU onlyworks with specific 2-in-1 VGA and USB cables (soldseparately), a list ofStarTech.com approved cables are below:
6ft Ultra Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable 6ft Ultra Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable 10 ft Ultra Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable 15ft Ultra Thin USB VGA 2-in-1 KVM Cable
This product is TAA compliant and backed by a Startech.com 3-year warranty with free lifetime technical support.
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Type:KVM Switchbox
This KVM switch supports up to 8 USB-connected computers. It utilizes VGA for video output and requires specific 2-in-1 VGA and USB cables, which are sold separately.
Yes, the KVM switch supports daisy-chaining. This allows for cascading multiple KVM switches to control up to 64 computers from a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
The maximum video resolution supported by this KVM switch is 1920 x 1440.
The package includes the 8 Port 1U Rack Mount USB KVM Switch with OSD, two mounting brackets, eight 6ft 2-in-1 USB VGA KVM cables, a universal power adapter (NA/EU/UK/AU), and a user manual.
SV831DUSBU - Startech 8 Port 1U Rackmount USB KVM Switch with OSD - Control up to 8 VGA and USB computers from a single