Black Box EHN230D-0010 KVM CAT5 Extender Cable with DDC Support - 10 ft - 3. 0 m for Monitor - Switch - Hub - Video - Keyboard - Mouse
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Technical Overview
The EHN230D-0010 leverages CAT5 cabling to transmit KVM signals up to 10 feet, reducing cable clutter and enabling flexible device placement. The inclusion of DDC support ensures that monitor-specific data, such as supported resolutions and timings, is communicated accurately between the computer and display, preventing compatibility issues and optimizing video output.
The cable's connector design uses industry-standard Mini-DIN and HD-15 interfaces, compatible with legacy PS/2 keyboards and mice as well as VGA video connections. This makes it suitable for extending older systems or integrating with modern KVM extender hardware that supports these interfaces.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Length, Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This KVM extender cable offers distinct advantages for managing multi-device setups efficiently. Its DDC support preserves monitor functionality, while the robust construction ensures reliable signal transmission over extended distances.
Extended Reach with CAT5
Utilizes CAT5 cabling to extend KVM signals up to 10 feet, allowing greater flexibility in device placement and reducing cable mess in rack or desk environments.
- 10 ft length for flexible installation
- Reduces cable clutter
- Compatible with standard CAT5 infrastructure
DDC Support for Monitor Compatibility
Includes DDC support to maintain communication between the computer and monitor, ensuring accurate EDID data transmission for proper resolution and refresh rate settings.
- Prevents resolution mismatches
- Supports EDID communication
- Enhances display compatibility
Wide Device Compatibility
Supports a range of devices including monitors, switches, hubs, video devices, keyboards, and mice, making it versatile for various IT and AV applications.
- Connects multiple device types
- Ideal for KVM extender systems
- Suitable for legacy and modern setups
Deployment / Use Cases
The EHN230D-0010 is ideal for environments where extending KVM signals over short distances is necessary without sacrificing monitor functionality. Its compatibility with ServSwitch brand extenders makes it a key component in structured KVM solutions.
Common use cases include data center server racks where administrators need remote access to multiple servers via a central KVM switch, control rooms for video surveillance or broadcasting systems requiring extended monitor connections, and office setups with shared workstations or testing labs that benefit from flexible device positioning. The cable's DDC support ensures that in these scenarios, monitors operate at their optimal settings, reducing setup time and potential display issues.
Data Center Server Management
Extend KVM signals from servers to a central KVM switch in rack environments, enabling efficient remote management and troubleshooting without direct physical access.
AV and Control Room Integration
Connect video sources, switches, and monitors in audio-visual setups, such as broadcasting studios or security monitoring centers, where reliable signal extension is critical.
Highlights
- 10 ft (3.0 m) CAT5 KVM extender cable with DDC support
- First-end connectors: 2 x Mini-DIN (PS/2) and 1 x HD-15 (VGA)
- Supports monitors, switches, hubs, video devices, keyboards, and mice
- Compatible with ServSwitch brand CAT5 KVM extender kits and hubs
- DDC support ensures proper monitor EDID communication
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Country of origin: China
- Reduces cable clutter in IT and AV installations
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EHN230D-0010 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | KVM CAT5 Extender Cable with DDC Support - 10-ft. (3.0-m) |
| Product Type | KVM Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Length | 10 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | Mini-DIN (PS/2) - Male,HD-15 - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 2 x 6-pin Mini-DIN (PS/2) - Male,1 x 15-pin HD-15 - Male |
| Device Supported | Monitor,Switch,Hub,Video Device,Keyboard,Mouse |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | ServSwitch Brand CAT5 KVM Micro Extender Kits: ACU3001A Rackmount ServSwitch Brand CAT5 KVM Extender Hubs: ACU1006SRA ACU1006VRA |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the cable length of the Black Box EHN230D-0010 KVM extender cable?
The cable is 10 feet (3.0 meters) long, providing sufficient reach for extending keyboard, video, and mouse signals in typical rack, desk, or control room setups without requiring additional extenders for short-distance applications.
What connectors are included on the first end of this KVM cable?
The first end features two 6-pin Mini-DIN (PS/2) connectors for keyboard and mouse, and one 15-pin HD-15 connector for video. This configuration supports legacy PS/2 peripherals and VGA displays, making it compatible with a wide range of older and modern systems when used with appropriate KVM extender hardware.
What does DDC support mean for this KVM extender cable?
DDC (Display Data Channel) support allows the cable to transmit EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) between the computer and monitor. This ensures the monitor communicates its supported resolutions, refresh rates, and other display characteristics to the source, preventing compatibility issues and optimizing video output for a seamless user experience.
Which devices are supported by this KVM extender cable?
The cable supports monitors, switches, hubs, video devices, keyboards, and mice. It is designed to work with ServSwitch brand CAT5 KVM extender kits like the ACU3001A and extender hubs such as the ACU1006SRA and ACU1006VRA, enabling flexible connectivity in multi-device environments like data centers or AV systems.
What is the warranty for the Black Box EHN230D-0010 KVM cable?
The cable comes with a lifetime limited warranty, providing long-term assurance against defects in materials or workmanship. This reflects Black Box's commitment to durability and reliability in professional IT and AV applications.
Is this cable compatible with modern USB peripherals or HDMI displays?
No, this cable uses Mini-DIN (PS/2) and HD-15 (VGA) connectors, so it is not directly compatible with USB peripherals or HDMI displays. It is designed for extending signals in systems that utilize PS/2 keyboards/mice and VGA video, often in conjunction with KVM extender hardware that may convert to other interfaces as needed.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
Connectivity options include Mini-DIN (PS/2) - Male,HD-15 - Male, helping the product integrate into common office or home setups.
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