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Black Box KV1408A CX Series Server Access Module - DisplayPort - USB - Audio CATx KVM Cable - 1900 x 1200 Resolution
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This KVM cable features a multi-connector first end with DisplayPort for digital audio/video transmission, USB Type A for peripheral connectivity, and a mini-phone jack for analog audio. The second end terminates in an RJ-45 female connector, enabling extended reach over CATx cabling while maintaining signal integrity.
The module is fully compatible with a range of devices including servers, computers, KVM switches, and audio/video equipment. It supports resolutions up to 1900 x 1200, suitable for standard HD monitoring tasks. Environmental compliance includes RoHS and WEEE directives, and it carries a 2-year limited warranty for added reliability.
This section brings together practical product details such as Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Connector Type on Second End, Package Contents, 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
The KV1408A simplifies cable management by combining three essential connections into one durable cable, reducing desk clutter and installation time. Its CATx-based design allows for flexible deployment over longer distances without signal degradation, ideal for organized server racks and control rooms.
Unified Connectivity
Integrates DisplayPort video, USB data, and audio signals through a single cable, streamlining connections for KVM setups and reducing port congestion on devices.
- Eliminates multiple wire tangles
- Consolidates peripheral hookups
Extended Reach
Utilizes CATx cabling to extend connectivity beyond typical cable lengths, maintaining high-quality video and data transmission for remote server access.
- Supports longer cable runs
- Preserves signal integrity
Deployment / Use Cases
This server access module is ideal for environments where centralized control and efficient cable management are priorities. It enables IT administrators to connect servers and computers to KVM switches without the hassle of separate cables for video, USB, and audio.
Common applications include data center server racks, network operation centers, and multi-PC workstations. The cable supports audio/video devices for monitoring purposes, making it suitable for security control rooms or broadcast setups where clear visual and audio feedback is essential.
Data Center Server Management
Connect multiple servers to a KVM switch over CATx, allowing remote access and control while keeping cable trays neat and organized.
Multi-Computer Workstations
Simplify connections for computers used in trading floors, design studios, or command centers by reducing cable clutter and improving accessibility.
What's in the Box
The package includes the essential component for immediate deployment.
Package contents include 1 x Display Port with Audio and USB Server Access Module. These included items support setup, installation, and immediate deployment without needing to source the core bundled accessories separately.
Highlights
- Combines DisplayPort, USB, and audio into a single CATx KVM cable
- Supports resolutions up to 1900 x 1200 for clear HD video
- Compatible with servers, computers, KVM switches, and AV devices
- Reduces cable clutter with unified connectivity
- Enables extended reach over CATx cabling
- RoHS and WEEE compliant for environmental safety
- Backed by a 2-year limited warranty
- Ideal for data centers and multi-PC environments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KV1408A |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Series | CX |
| Product Name | Series Server Access Module - DisplayPort, USB, and Audio, CATx |
| Product Type | KVM Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Connector Type on First End | DisplayPort Digital Audio/Video - Male,USB Type A - Male,Mini-phone Audio - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x DisplayPort Digital Audio/Video - Male,1 x USB Type A - Male,1 x Mini-phone Audio - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | RJ-45 Network - Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x RJ-45 Network - Female |
| Device Supported | Server,Computer,KVM Switch,Audio/Video Device |
| Supported Resolution | 1900 x 1200 |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | 1 x Display Port with Audio and USB Server Access Module |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What devices are compatible with the KV1408A Server Access Module?
The KV1408A is compatible with servers, computers, KVM switches, and audio/video devices. It integrates DisplayPort for video, USB for peripherals, and audio connections, making it suitable for IT infrastructure, data centers, and control rooms where multiple device types need consolidated connectivity.
What resolution does this KVM cable support?
This cable supports a maximum resolution of 1900 x 1200. This HD resolution is adequate for server monitoring, administrative tasks, and general display purposes, ensuring clear visual output without compromising performance over its CATx transmission.
How does the KV1408A simplify cable management?
The KV1408A combines DisplayPort video, USB data, and analog audio signals into a single CATx cable. This eliminates the need for three separate cables, reducing clutter, simplifying installations, and improving organization in server racks or multi-computer setups.
What type of connectors are on each end of the cable?
The first end features a DisplayPort male connector for digital audio/video, a USB Type A male connector for data, and a mini-phone audio male connector. The second end has an RJ-45 female network connector, allowing the cable to use CATx cabling for extended reach and integration with existing infrastructure.
Is this product environmentally compliant?
Yes, the KV1408A is environmentally friendly and complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE). This ensures it meets regulatory standards for reduced environmental impact and safe disposal.
What warranty is included with the KV1408A?
The KV1408A comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, providing assurance of reliability and durability for professional use in server rooms, data centers, and other demanding environments.
What resolution or display format is specified?
It features a display specification of 1900 x 1200, giving you clear visuals for work and media use.
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.
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