The PiKVM team is excited to present its new PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender - the most full-featured switch for PiKVM devices.
The 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.
The PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender is fully plug-and-play. It is compatible with PiKVM models V4 Plus, V3, V2, and V1.
Compatibility
Requires one supported and configured PiKVM. List of supported PiKVMs:
- PiKVM V4 Plus
- PiKVM V3
- PiKVM V2, V1 DIY models
Note: PiKVM V4 Mini is NOT compatible due to the lack of available USB host ports.
The Switch Multiport Extender MUST be operated via the PiKVM interface, as the unit has no built-in controls.
Features
- A competitive & cost-effective solution – A single PiKVM can manage up to five chained switch units, enabling control of multiple targets while minimizing costs and maintenance efforts.
- Each PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender unit can control 4 targets.
- Switch functionality integrated into the PiKVM interface– Use the popular interface, now expanded to support the number of targets available through the connected switches.
- Operational insights with multifunctional status LEDs – Monitor detected targets, selected ports, and the switch's overall status in real time.
- Rapid switching – With an advanced HDMI dummy plug function, you can switch between target computers significantly faster than competing solutions!
- Automatic firmware updates with PiKVM OS - 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.
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Ready to use – Includes a power supply, ATX adapters for power and AUX control, brackets, and all the cables needed to get started!
Specifications
- Power:
- Power Input: 12V, 0.5A DC, 5.5x2.1mm (Power supply is included)
- Peak power consumption: Up to 6W (0.5A/12V)
- Built-in watchdog circuitry - Connectivity/Interfaces:
- 4x HDMI input ports: Video source from the target computer
- 4x USB-C 2.0 “OTG”: Keyboard and mouse emulation for the target computer
- 4x ATX RJ-45: Special port for target power control or AUX
- HDMI uplink/downlink: HDMI signal to PiKVM unit or to daisy-chain multiple units
- USB-C female “CTL”: Switch management from PiKVM
- USB-C female “OTG”: External device emulation/mass storage from PiKVM - Video/Audio:
- Supported resolutions: up to 1920x1200@60Hz
- Audio capture mode: HDMI audio capture support - Environmental:
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
- Storage temperature range: -20°C to 60°C - Dimensions:121 x 137 x 44mm
- Weight: 0.6 kg
Connectivity
- HDMI video input port
- Multifunctional status LED
- Port Number
- USB 2.0 OTG connector
- RJ45 ATX control port
| 6. HDMI video output port to PiKVM | 13. Switch Reset button |
| 7. Multifunctional status LED (Uplink) | 14. USB OTG port to PiKVM |
| 8. Power Input 12V 0.5A | 15. Activity LED (Yellow) |
| 9. HDMI video input port from other Switch | 16. Switch Boot button |
| 10. Multifunctional status LED (Downlink) | 17. Power LED (Green) |
| 11. Power Output to other Switch | 18. USB Control port to other Switch |
| 12. USB Control port to PiKVM | 19. USB OTG port to other Switch |
Contents
- 12V 2A AC Power Supply, International Plugs, DC 5.5x21mm
- DC Barrel Jack Cable, 5.5x2.1mm 90Deg Male, Black, 30cm
- 2x USB3.0 Cable, USB-C Male, Black, 30cm
- USB-A Male To USB-C Female Adapter
- HDMI 2.0 Cable, Black, 30cm
- 4x ATX Board & Wire Set
- 4x ATX Bracket Set