{"product_id":"pikvm-switch-multiport-extender","title":"PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe PiKVM team is excited to present its new PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender - the most full-featured switch for PiKVM devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender enables one PiKVM device to view and control multiple computer targets connected to each port from a web UI. Up to five Switch Multiport Extenders can be daisy-chained to provide 20 ports, allowing a single PiKVM to control and manage one of 20 connected targets. ATX statuses and controls are available for all connected targets simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender is fully plug-and-play. It is compatible with PiKVM models V4 Plus, V3, V2, and V1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires one supported and configured PiKVM. List of supported PiKVMs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"products\/pikvm-v4-plus\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePiKVM V4 Plus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"products\/pikvm-full-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePiKVM V3\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiKVM V2, V1 DIY models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"alert alert-warning\"\u003eNote: PiKVM V4 Mini is NOT compatible due to the lack of available USB host ports. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"alert alert-warning\"\u003eThe Switch Multiport Extender MUST be operated via the PiKVM interface, as the unit has no built-in controls.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA competitive \u0026amp; cost-effective solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– A single PiKVM can manage up to five chained switch units, enabling control of multiple targets while minimizing costs and maintenance efforts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender unit can \u003cstrong\u003econtrol 4 targets\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch functionality integrated into the PiKVM interface\u003c\/strong\u003e– Use the popular interface, now expanded to support the number of targets available through the connected switches. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational insights with multifunctional status LEDs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Monitor detected targets, selected ports, and the switch's overall status in real time. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid switching\u003c\/strong\u003e – With an advanced HDMI dummy plug function, you can switch between target computers significantly faster than competing solutions! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic firmware updates with PiKVM OS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Once PiKVM is updated, the main switch update will simply deploy to its neighbors for version uniformity and improved stability.  Video inputs feature dedicated EDID configuration and complete control over the connection state of each port. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Includes a power supply, ATX adapters for power and AUX control, brackets, and all the cables needed to get started!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower:\u003cbr\u003e- Power Input: 12V, 0.5A DC, 5.5x2.1mm (Power supply is included) \u003cbr\u003e- Peak power consumption: Up to 6W (0.5A\/12V) \u003cbr\u003e- Built-in watchdog circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnectivity\/Interfaces:\u003cbr\u003e- 4x HDMI input ports: Video source from the target computer \u003cbr\u003e- 4x USB-C 2.0 “OTG”: Keyboard and mouse emulation for the target computer \u003cbr\u003e- 4x ATX RJ-45: Special port for target power control or AUX \u003cbr\u003e- HDMI uplink\/downlink: HDMI signal to PiKVM unit or to daisy-chain multiple units \u003cbr\u003e- USB-C female “CTL”: Switch management from PiKVM \u003cbr\u003e- USB-C female “OTG”: External device emulation\/mass storage from PiKVM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo\/Audio:\u003cbr\u003e- Supported resolutions: up to 1920x1200@60Hz \u003cbr\u003e- Audio capture mode: HDMI audio capture support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental:\u003cbr\u003e- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 50°C \u003cbr\u003e- Storage temperature range: -20°C to 60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions:121 x 137 x 44mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/pikvm-switch-diagram-1.jpg?v=1742999884\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI video input port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultifunctional status LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePort Number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 OTG connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRJ45 ATX control port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/pikvm-switch-diagram-2.jpg?v=1742999971\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6. HDMI video output port to PiKVM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13. \u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-5e6c6039-7fff-1b53-a613-45a6df9bb4e7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitch Reset button\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7. \u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-49229d56-7fff-f7ea-a808-866e5f5a6ad1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultifunctional status LED (Uplink)  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14. USB OTG port to PiKVM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8. \u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-53201555-7fff-48db-aa2e-567d576bded1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Input 12V 0.5A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15. \u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-8212fc5f-7fff-b8a2-9bd1-acb90bf80526\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActivity LED (Yellow)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9. HDMI video input port from other Switch   \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16. Switch Boot button\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10. Multifunctional status LED (Downlink)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17. Power LED (Green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11. Power Output to other Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18. USB Control port to other Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12. USB Control port to PiKVM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19. USB OTG port to other Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eContents\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V 2A AC Power Supply, International Plugs, DC 5.5x21mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Barrel Jack Cable, 5.5x2.1mm 90Deg Male, Black, 30cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x USB3.0 Cable, USB-C Male, Black, 30cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-A Male To USB-C Female Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI 2.0 Cable, Black, 30cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x ATX Board \u0026amp; Wire Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x ATX Bracket Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eResources\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pikvm.org\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.pikvm.org\/switch\/\"\u003ePiKVM Handbook: Switch Multiport Extender device guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.pikvm.org\/compliance\/pikvm_ce_ukca.pdf\"\u003ePiKVM UK\/CA info\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pikvm.org\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HiPi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55229052125563,"sku":"HIPI-9026","price":221.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/pikvm-switch-multiport-extender-ws__67c887b375a18.jpg?v=1742999446","url":"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/en-eu\/products\/pikvm-switch-multiport-extender","provider":"Pimoroni Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}