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Black Box DCX3000-DVT Server Access Module - DVI + USB HID + Audio KVM Extender - 164 ft Range - 1920 x 1200 Resolution
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This KVM extender utilizes wired connectivity technology to transmit DVI video, USB human interface device signals, and audio over a single CATx cable. The module is powered via its USB interface, eliminating the need for an external power adapter and simplifying installation in rack-mounted or confined spaces.
The DCX3000-DVT features one DVI port, one USB port, and one network RJ-45 port, providing dedicated connections for video, peripheral, and network extension. It operates within a maximum distance of 164 feet (50 meters), maintaining signal quality across standard CAT5e, CAT6, or higher cabling.
Relevant factors for this section include Connectivity Technology, Maximum Operating Distance, Device Type, Maximum Video Resolution. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The DCX3000-DVT Server Access Module delivers several advantages for remote server management. Its interface-powered design reduces cable clutter and power requirements, while the extended 164-foot range allows flexible placement of KVM switches relative to server racks.
High-Definition Video Support
Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 at 60 Hz, ensuring sharp, flicker-free display output for detailed server monitoring and configuration tasks.
- 1920x1200 maximum resolution
- 60 Hz refresh rate
- DVI interface compatibility
Simplified Power Delivery
Draws power directly from the USB interface, eliminating external power supplies and reducing installation complexity in dense server environments.
- USB interface-powered
- No external adapter needed
- Reduced cable management
Deployment / Use Cases
This Server Access Module is ideal for data centers, server rooms, and IT closets where remote KVM access is required beyond the typical cable length limitations. It enables administrators to place KVM matrix switches in centralized, accessible locations while maintaining direct connections to distributed servers.
Common deployment scenarios include extending server console access to network operation centers, creating redundant KVM paths in high-availability environments, and integrating legacy DVI-based servers into modern KVM over IP systems. The module's compatibility with standard CATx cabling makes it suitable for both new installations and retrofits in existing infrastructure.
Relevant factors for this section include Connectivity Technology, Maximum Operating Distance, Device Type, Maximum Video Resolution. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Highlights
- Extends DVI, USB HID, and audio signals over CATx cable up to 164 feet
- Supports video resolution up to 1920x1200 at 60 Hz
- Interface-powered via USB connection - no external power supply required
- Connects directly to server and transmits to DCX3000 Digital KVM Matrix Switch
- Features one DVI port, one USB port, and one RJ-45 network port
- Wired connectivity ensures low-latency, reliable signal transmission
- Compliant with WEEE and RoHS 2 environmental standards
- Backed by a 2-year limited warranty from Black Box
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DCX3000-DVT |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | DCX Server Access Module - DVI + USB HID + Audio |
| Product Type | KVM Extender |
| Technical Information | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Maximum Operating Distance | 164 ft (49987.20 mm) |
| Device Type | KVM Extender |
| Video | |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| USB | Yes |
| DVI | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Number of USB Ports | 1 |
| Number of DVI Ports | 1 |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What signals does the DCX3000-DVT Server Access Module extend?
This module extends DVI video, USB human interface device (HID) signals for keyboards and mice, and audio signals. It transmits all three signal types simultaneously over a single CATx cable to a remote KVM switch location.
What is the maximum operating distance for this KVM extender?
The DCX3000-DVT supports signal transmission up to 164 feet (approximately 50 meters) when using standard CATx cabling. This distance allows flexible placement of KVM switches relative to server racks in data center environments.
What video resolution does this module support?
It supports maximum video resolution of 1920 x 1200 at a 60 Hz refresh rate. This high-definition capability ensures clear, detailed display output for server monitoring and management tasks through the extended connection.
How is the DCX3000-DVT powered during operation?
The module is interface-powered, drawing its operating power directly from the USB connection. This eliminates the need for an external power adapter, simplifying installation and reducing cable clutter in server rack environments.
What type of cabling is required for this KVM extender?
It uses standard CATx cabling (CAT5e, CAT6, or higher) for signal transmission between the server access module and the central KVM switch. The RJ-45 port on the module connects to this CATx cable to establish the extended link.
What warranty coverage does Black Box provide for this product?
Black Box provides a 2-year limited warranty for the DCX3000-DVT Server Access Module. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions, with support available through Black Box's technical service channels.