New DVI-KVM switch matrix ServSwitch DKM for reliable switching

Hallbergmoos, January 21, 2009 - The new digital switch matrix ServSwitch DKM from Black Box, the IT and telecommunications specialist, allows for top-quality KVM switching between DVI/USB computers and remote workstations with DVI monitor and USB-HID peripheral equipment, without attenuation losses or blurry images.
Even at the maximum distance of 140 meters (via CATx) and 10 kilometers (via optical fibers), respectively, the high video resolution is retained - just as if there was a direct connection. Moreover, with group switching and transmission, connections of computers with several graphics interfaces to consoles with more than one display can easily be implemented.

With the ServSwitch DKM, it is for the first time possible to provide full performance USB 2.0 in the matrix, both with CATx and optical fiber over KVM signals. High availability is ensured in transmission-critical environments by using redundant power supplies, which can be exchanged during operation (hot swap).
By creating user profiles, unauthorized access to the consoles or servers in the network can effectively be prevented. Moreover, in high-security environments the switch can be fitted as an entirely fiber-optic matrix to prevent sniffing. The device supports DDC, USB HID, as well as DVI-D video up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz over the entire range and can be upgraded for the transmission of stereo audio signals and serial data.

"For the ServSwitch DKM, we have not only attached great importance to a high transmission quality and security features, but also to convenient operation", Axel Bürger, Managing Director of Black Box Deutschland GmbH, explains.
"Apart from a hotkey control with ergonomic channel selection, the switch boasts a sophisticated, intuitive menu to assign designations to the devices connected and for the configuration of the entire system. Besides, the device can be remote-controlled from any media controller via the DKM front display or via the RS232/V.24 and TCP/IP interfaces, respectively."

About Black Box

Black Box (NASDAQ: BBOX) is one of the world's largest technical services company with focus on design, installation and maintenance of network infrastructure systems. From data communication and telecommunication services to on-site network installation, the company supports more than 175,000 clients in 141 countries with 173 regional offices.

With "Free Tech Support" for free and competent technical advice on the phone, free test scenarios, as well as installation and maintenance services, Black Box offers an exceptional service program. The Black Box main catalogue is well-known in the industry and comprises an extensive product portfolio on more than 700 pages. It provides details of approx. 10,000 IT products such as network components, as well as solutions for infrastructures and applications.

The headquarters of Black Box Corporation is in Pittsburgh, USA. Worldwide, the company has approximately 5000 employees, 65 of which in Germany. Black Box Deutschland GmbH has been active on the German market since 1984. Its regular customers include small and medium-sized businesses, as well as big enterprises of various branches, such as services, industry, telecommunications, health care and public administration, and the banking and insurance sector.