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 VIP-884-KMV
Connect 4 keyboards, mice and monitors to one PC 

Quad Workstation KVM Splitter, the VIP-884 "MegaMux"

Dual-Head Models Available

Description:

The VIP-884 "MegaMux""KVM Splitter / Multiplexer allows up to four workstations, each consisting of a keyboard, PS/2 mouse and one or more monitors, to share local access to one PC. It is compact in design, easy to install and operate, and is available in a variety of standard configurations including Dual Video (2 video outputs on the PC) models. The unique video architecture and scalability of this KVM Splitter / Multiplexer allow it to be easily configured to handle PCs with as many as four video outputs, on a special order basis. The VIP-884 utilizes Vetra's advanced keyboard and mouse emulation technology, which provides error free boot up and mouse driver loading to the connected PC. It is compatible with all popular keyboards and mice including Microsoft IntelliMouse, and operates transparently with all PCs, PC operating systems and applications.

Operation:

Only one workstation may access the PC at any given time. This prevents unwanted input from other workstations as might occur from accidental keystrokes or a bump to the mouse. Workstation selection has two modes. The default mode utilizes a 5 second time out feature that monitors all connected workstations for keyboard or mouse input. The first workstation to generate keyboard or mouse input "seizes" the PC and becomes the "active station". It remains "active" until no further keyboard or mouse input is detected for a period of 5 seconds, at which time it relinquishes control of the PC and the whole process starts again. The second mode provides a lock and release feature which allows the user of an "active station" to lock out (3 taps on the left Shift key) the other workstations, for uninterrupted input to the PC, and then release control (3 taps on the right Shift key) when finished so the other workstations are available once again to the PC.

When PC control passes from one workstation to another, the intelligence in the MegaMux KVM Splitter / Multiplexer updates any changes to the keyboard status indicators, CAPS, SCROLL, and NUM Lock to the current "active station". The connected monitors are not switched, regardless of which workstation is active, and are on at all times.

A workstations 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. This feature is useful if a connected device fails during a critical application. For applications requiring rack mounting, an optional 2U height rack mount tray is available (see Accessories )

All Vetra KVM Splitters and Multiplexers 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 KVM solutions, please contact us at sales@vetra.com


Features:

  • Designed and manufactured in the USA for use around the world
  • Backed by a Limited 3 Year Warranty
  • Hot Plug feature allows keyboards and mice to be swapped at any time!
  • Standard models available to support dual video, and up to four monitors by special order
  • Supports all popular keyboards and mice including Microsoft IntelliMouse
  • Supports 1600 by 1200 at 75Hz video resolution
  • The MegaMux is completely transparent to all PC's, operating systems, and programs
  • LED's and parameters are correctly updated each time a workstation becomes active
  • Lock and Release prevents unwanted keyboard or mouse input from other workstations
  • A 2U height rack mount tray is available for rack mount installation

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Models:

VIP-884-KM: Four keyboards and mice to a single PC.
$299.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

VIP-884-KMV: Four workstations (1 keyboard, mouse and monitor) to a single PC.
$443.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

VIP-884-KMV2: Four dual video workstations (1 keyboard, mouse and 2 monitors) to a single PC.
$599.00 tab_blue_button_add.gif

All prices are subject to change without notice.

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Connections:

PC to MegaMux - Standard male-male extension cables are used to connect the MegaMux to the keyboard and mouse ports of the PC, and standard HDD15 Male-female video cables are used to connect to the video ports of the PC. These are provided with the unit.

Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor to MegaMux - The captive cables that are part of the keyboard, mouse, and monitor are used to connect these devices the the MegaMux. Extension cables are also available for short run extensions (see Accessories ). For remote extensions of one or more workstations see XtendaMux.

Powering the MegaMux - All 884 MegaMux models are powered by an external power supply (Vetra model VIP-210 see Accessories ) which is provided with the unit.

Specifications:

Dimensions for the VIP-884-KM and VIP-884-KMV KVM Splitter / Multiplexer are 2.63 in H x 8.08 in W x 6.32 in D (6.68 cm x 20.52 cm x 16.05 cm). Dimensions for the VIP-884-KMV2 KVM Splitter / Multiplexer are 3.38 in H x 8.08 in W x 6.32 in D (8.59 cm x 20.52 cm x 16.05 cm). All housings are molded of black GE Cycolac-T, a high impact ABS material, and are internally shielded with an acrylic nickel coating for RFI attenuation. Front panels and rear panels are fabricated from .062 in thick aluminium and finished with low gloss paint. FCC and CE marked. Shipping weight for all models of the VIP-884 is 4 lbs.

Environmental Operating Temp:
Storage Temp:
5 to 104 deg. F (-15 - 40 deg. C) 
-4 to 122 deg. F (-20 - 50 deg. C)
 Supported Hardware Computer:  
Video Monitors:
Maximum Resolution:
Peripherals:
IBM PC/AT, PS/2 and 100% compatibles
VGA, SVGA
up to 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz
AT & PS/2 keyboards, PS/2 mice
MegaMux is a trademark of Vetra Systems Corporation Copyright © 1995 - 2003 by Vetra Systems Corporation All Rights Reserved

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