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  • Needed to connect to a DB9 male serial port on a server to a B064-Series NetDirector KVM switch via Cat5e/6 cable
  • Easy to install; no software needed
  • Allows a maximum distance of 492 ft. (150 m.) from KVM to serial port via Cat5e/6 cable
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases
  • 3-year limited warranty

Overview

This Serial Server Interface Unit connects the DB9 male serial port on a server to a B064-Series NetDirector KVM switch using Cat5e/6 cabling. Use of Cat5e/6 cables frees up space in server cabinets that would otherwise be filled by traditional, bulkier KVM cable kits. Includes a USB cable for powering the unit. Compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases.

Note: SIUs that were purchased prior to that of your KVM switch may require a firmware upgrade in order for them to work properly (see Maintenance under OSD Operation section in your B064-Series KVM Owner's Manual for details).

Features

  • Eliminates the need for thicker, heavier KVM cable kits
  • Compact, lightweight design
  • Plug and Play; no software required
  • Includes a USB cable to power the unit
  • Supports VT100 serial emulation
  • 492 ft. (150 m.) distance from KVM switch
  • Compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases

System Requirements

  • Server or CPU with a DB9 male serial connector
  • A B064-Series NetDirector Cat5 KVM Switch
  • Cat5e/6 cable

Package Includes

  • B055-001-SER SIU
  • USB Cable to power the unit
TAA compliant RoHS compliant

Specifications

OVERVIEW
UPC Code037332151483
Accessory TypeServer Interface Unit
TechnologyCat5/5e; VGA/SVGA
Accessory ClassKVM Switch Accessories
PHYSICAL
Shipping Dimensions (hwd / in.)1.70 x 5.10 x 4.90
Shipping Weight (lbs.)0.40
STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE
Product ComplianceTrade Agreements Act (TAA)
WARRANTY & SUPPORT
Product Warranty Period (Worldwide)3-year limited warranty

Questions & Answers

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Cat5e 350 MHz Snagless Molded (UTP) Ethernet Cable (RJ45 M/M), PoE - Gray, 7 ft. (2.13 m) N001-007-GY N001-007-GY Cat5e 350 MHz Snagless Molded (UTP) Ethernet Cable (RJ45 M/M), PoE - Gray, 7 ft. (2.13 m)
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  Model Number Description
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NetDirector 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 4 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA B064-016-04-IPG B064-016-04-IPG NetDirector 16-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 4 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA
NetDirector 32-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 2 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA B064-032-02-IPG B064-032-02-IPG NetDirector 32-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 2 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA
NetDirector 32-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 4 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA B064-032-04-IPG B064-032-04-IPG NetDirector 32-Port Cat5 KVM over IP Switch - Virtual Media, 4 Remote + 1 Local User, 1U Rack-Mount, TAA

Services & Extended Warranties

Extended Warranty

Part Number Description
WEXT1B Extended Warranty and Technical Support for Select Products – DC Power, Keyspan, KVM, PDUs, Inverters, Power Management
WEXT2B Extended Warranty and Technical Support for Select Products – DC Power Supplies, Keyspan Products, KVM Switches, PDUs, Power Inverters, Power Management
WEXT3B Extended Warranty and Technical Support for Select Products – DC Power Supplies, Keyspan Products, KVM Switches, PDUs, Inverters, Power Management

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