IP KVM extenders bridge the
distance gap, effectively
A
KVM extender is useful wherever
there is a need to control a
computer from a distance—
which could be for a wide variety of
applications in the automation industry.
KVM extenders overcome the distance
limitation of video and USB cables, and
transport signals—such as keyboard
and mouse, audio, video—anywhere
from 15 feet to several miles away
from the system. KVM extenders could
give an operator access to a single
system, or to multiple systems in a
matrix switching environment. KVM
solutions are deployed in a range
of manufacturing sectors including
chemicals, utilities, robotics, electronics,
automotive, and more.
1. IMPROVED ENVIRONMENT FOR
OPERATORS AND COMPUTERS
A growing number of manufacturing
plants are adopting the use of KVM
extenders to create more ergonomic
work environments, by removing
workstations that generate heat and
noise and placing them in a server
room, to free up desk space, and
increase user comfort and safety.
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Another advantage of IP KVM
extenders is that they enable
centralising equipment in one
location—such as a server room—
simplifying maintenance and improving
security.
2. KVM OVER IP FOR BET TER
SCALABILITY
IP KVM products transport signals over
standard networking infrastructure,
where commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)
network switches effectively replace
proprietary and higher cost KVM
matrix switches. Using a KVM signal
management software, you can route any
source computer system to any remote
station and easily expand your KVM
network as your requirements evolve.
3. 24/7
OPERATIONS
Manufacturing
plants need a
high availability
strategy for
continuous operations.
Select IP KVM extenders offer several
essential security features that help
build redundancy and fault tolerance
into these installations, making them
ideal for 24/7 operations.
DISCOVER MATROX EXTIO 3 IP
KVM EXTENDERS
Award-winning Matrox Extio 3 Series
IP KVM extenders provide unmatched
remote desktop performance.
• High performance—advanced multi-
monitor and 4K resolution support
• Flexible operation—point-to-point or
switchable KVM workflows
• Increased efficiency—multi-system
control with one set of keyboard and
mouse
• Easy to install—extends all signals
over a single copper or fiber optic
cable
For more information on Matrox’s IP
KVM extenders: matrox.com/graphics/
kvm/extio3/ace