Description:

The USB-804 "MegaSwitch"" 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM switch with USB Hub-Support allows one USB keyboard, USB mouse and three monitors to control up to four multi head / multi video USB PCs. It is the ideal solution for multi monitor USB KVM switch applications requiring access to as many as four USB computers, without the clutter and expense of additional keyboards, mice and monitors. The USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM switch with USB Hub-Support, supports all popular USB keyboards including those with built-in USB hubs, USB mice, and video resolution up to 1600 by 1200 at 75Hz per monitor. In addition, the USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support, provides one level of Hub-Support and also works with a wide range of USB 1.1 & 2.0 low-speed and full-speed HID devices.

At the heart of the USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head KVM Switch is Vetra's advanced, patented technology, which provides and supports true USB functionality through the switch. Connected keyboards, mice and/or devices enumerate and operate correctly, even through a hub. Devices may be "hot-plugged" at any time, and the connected PCs may be powered up and down in any order. The unique architecture of the USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch ensures error free boot up and device driver loading for each connected PC, and allows the MegaSwitch to operate transparently with all USB compatible PCs, including MAC's, PC operating systems, and applications.

The USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM switch with USB Hub-Support comes in a variety of standard configurations, is compact in design, easy to install and operate, and is ideally suited for desktop use, however, for applications requiring rack mounting, an optional 2U height rack mount tray is available (see Accessories ). The USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch is also available as a Dual or Quad-Head USB KVM Switch (models for 2 and 4 video monitors per PC).

All Vetra Multi-Head USB KVM Switches are designed and manufactured in the USA for use around the world for enterprise mission-critical applications and are backed by a Limited 3-year Warranty.

For more information on this product or our complete line of USB KVM solutions, please feel free to contact us at sales@vetra.com

OPERATION:

All USB-804 "MegaSwitch" 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM switch models can select the active PC via a keyboard "hot-key" sequence ( [scroll lock] + [1] for PC1, or [scroll lock] + [3] for PC3, etc ) or by a push button(s) located on the front panel of the KVM Switch. Only "powered" PCs may be selected.

The Direct Entry models (as indicated by -DE in the model number) have an individual push button switch for each selectable PC channel as well as an "auto-scan" mode ([scroll lock] +"A"). Auto-scan sequentially switches through each connected and powered PC, pausing for 5 seconds at each PC before automatically switching to the next PC. The selection of any powered PC channel terminates the auto-scan mode. The non-DE model has a single push button (NEXT PC) which provides manual sequential switching through all PC channels. Each time the "NEXT PC" button is depressed it switches to the next PC channel in the cycle.

In all cases on either model, when a PC channel is selected, an LED on the front panel illuminates to indicate the selected PC while additional front panel LED's indicate which PC channels are powered. Upon selection, the intelligence in the MegaSwitch correctly sets the keyboard's status indicators, CAPS, SCROLL, and NUM Lock, as these settings may be different for each PC. The keyboard and/or mouse may be disconnected and re-connected (hot-plugged), or exchanged at any time without having to power down the connected PC's. This feature is useful if a connected device fails during a critical application.

Features:

• Designed and manufactured in the USA for use around the world
• Supports all multi-head, multi monitor configurations
• Supports keyboards with built-in USB Hubs, such as many MAC keyboards
• Backed by a Limited 3 Year Warranty
• Patented technology provides full USB functionality, including 1 level of Hub-support!
• Auto-scan feature sequentially scans all powered PC channels
• Supports popular USB keyboards, mice and many USB 1.1 / 2.0 low and full-speed HID devices
• Supports 1600 by 1200 at 75Hz video resolution per monitor
• The MegaSwitch is completely transparent to all PC's, operating systems, and programs
• Each PC boots error free, and PC's can be powered up or down in any sequence
• USB keyboards, mice and HID devices enumerate correctly through the MegaSwitch
• Keyboard LED's and parameters are correctly set when switched from PC to PC
• PC selection via the industry's easiest hot key selection sequence, no scrolling through complicated menus
• Uses inexpensive standard cables, eliminating the need for costly multi-port cables
• A 2U height rack mount tray is available for rack mount installation

Models:

All USB-804 "MegaSwitch" 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM switch with USB Hub-Support models can select the active PC via keyboard "hot-key" sequence. The Direct Entry model (as indicated by -DE) has an individual push button switch for each selectable PC channel, while the non-DE model has a single push button (NEXT PC) that switches sequentially through the connected PCs. Dual and Quad-Head USB KVM Switch models available for 2 and 4 monitors per PC.

USB-804-KMV3: 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support for 2 HID devices. Switch one USB keyboard, USB mouse (aka HID devices) and three monitors between four dual-head USB PCs. PC selection via keyboard "hot-key", or sequentially via "NEXT PC" push-button.
$587.00

USB-804-KMV3-DE: 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support for 2 HID devices. Switch one USB keyboard, USB mouse (aka HID devices) and three monitors between four dual-head USB PCs. PC selection via keyboard "hot-key", auto-scan, or direct entry front panel switches.
$623.00

USB-804-KMDV3: 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support for 3 HID devices (3 inputs). Switch one USB keyboard, USB mouse, aux USB device (aka HID devices) and three monitors between four dual-head USB PCs. PC selection via keyboard "hot-key", or sequentially via "NEXT PC" push-button.
$743.00

USB-804-KMDV3-DE: 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support for 3 HID devices (3 inputs). Switch one USB keyboard, USB mouse, aux USB device (aka HID devices) and three monitors between four dual-head USB PCs. PC selection via keyboard "hot-key", auto-scan, or direct entry front panel switches.
$779.00

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Connections:

Standard USB type A-B cables are used to connect the MegaSwitch to the USB ports of the PCs, and standard HDD15 Male-female video cables are used to connect to the video ports of PCs. Using standard cables eliminates the need to replace an entire multi-port cable if one connection is damaged or fails, thereby reducing the overall cost of maintainence. You may use your cables, or ours (see Accessories ). The captive cables that are part of the keyboard, mouse, and monitor are used to connect these devices to the MegaSwitch.

Specifications:

Dimensions for all models of the USB-804 4 Port Multi-Head USB KVM Switch with USB Hub-Support are 3.38 in H x 8.08 in W x 6.32 in D (6.68 cm x 20.52 cm x 16.05 cm). The housing is molded of black GE Cycolac-T, a high impact ABS material, and is internally shielded with an acrylic base nickel coating for RFI attenuation. Front and rear panels are fabricated from .062 in thick aluminium and finished with low gloss paint. Power to the MegaSwitch is supplied by a wall mount power supply (VIP-210) provided with the unit. FCC and CE marked. Shipping weight is less than 3 lbs per unit.