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Reverse KVM Remote KVM / Network

Discussion in 'KVM' started by Erick C, Jun 11, 2017.

  1. Erick C

    Erick C Guest

    Home network: Want to access / control single computer from multiple locations.

    I believe "over Ethernet" is the correct approach, but what are the correct devices at each end and what is the appropriate cable?

    Distance: ~40 feet away.

    Computer outputs to support:
    - USB 2.0 for Touchscreen
    - USB 2.0 for Keyboard / Mouse
    - USB 2.0 for webcam
    - VGA for primary monitor
    - Display Port for secondary Monitor

    Thank you, Erick
     
  2. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    How many locations?

    How many screens are you looking to use in each remote location? One, or two?
     
  3. Erick

    Erick Guest

    Base Station is a laptop with integrated monitor
    Outputs:
    - 1 Display Port
    - 4 USB 2.0
    - VGA

    Remote Location #1: 2 monitors
    - 1 HDMI Monitor
    - 1 Touchscreen which needs a D-Sub or DVI-D input or and a USB 2.0 for the touch screen control
    - Keyboard / Mouse
    - Webcam

    Remote Location #2: (Optional depending upon cost) 1 monitor
    - 1 Touchscreen which needs a VGA input and a USB 2.0 for the touch screen control

    Remote Location #3: (Optional depending upon cost) 1 monitor
    - 1 Touchscreen which needs a VGA input and a USB 2.0 for the touch screen control

    Thanks
     
  4. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    Not necessarily. KVM over IP extension indeed will accomplish your task, but...
    - It requires a Gigabit Ethernet switch, preferably a dedicated one.
    - Solution is relatively expensive
    - Expect a bit of video latency

    KVM over IP extension supporting dual video is relatively scarce, and only the ATEN system can support VGA video.

    Setup
    ====
    1) Connect a Transmitter unit to your laptop, then connect it to your Gigabit Ethernet switch using a CATx cable.
    2) Deploy a Receiver unit at each one of your remote locations, then connect it to your Gigabit Ethernet switch using a CATx cable. For the locations that have only one monitor, you can use a single-video Receiver instead of a dual-video Receiver and save on cost.
     
  5. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    As an alternative to KVM over IP extension, you may want to have a closer look at VOPEX USB KVM+Peripherals Splitter/Extender. This system uses CATx cables to run from the Local unit (by your laptop) to the remote consoles. It does not operate via Ethernet network, thus offers better video responsiveness.

    Since this system supports only one video (VGA), you will need to run a separate extender for your DisplayPort screen to the location that uses two screens.

    Hope this helps!
    We welcome your questions - please come back and ask us anything, anytime, or just offer your feedback.
     

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