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  • ACS253A-U-SM-R2
  • ACS253A-U-SM-R2

ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB  

Extend KVM signals up to 6.2 miles over single-mode between your computer and remote USB console!

ACS253A-U-SM-R2

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Combine VGA and DVI video in your KVM extension applications.
  • 1600 x 1200 resolution for local VGA access; 1280 x 1024 resolution for local DVI access.
  • Connect control room monitors, keyboards, and mice to factory floor CPUs.


    • Description

    ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB, Single-Mode


    Quick Facts

  • Combine VGA and DVI video in your KVM extension applications.
  • 1600 x 1200 resolution for local VGA access; 1280 x 1024 resolution for local DVI access.
  • Connect control room monitors, keyboards, and mice to factory floor CPUs.

    • Further Details

  • Rugged steel enclosure.
  • Includes Type A connectors for your USB keyboards, mice, and peripherals.
  • Plug as many as four USB version 1.1 peripherals into the remote unit, or even more if you add a USB hub.
  • Multimode version also available.

    • Send both digital DVI and analog VGA signals over fiber optic cabling to a remote site with the easy-to-install ServSwitch™ DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB.

    The kit includes a local unit (transmitter) and remote unit (receiver) that communicate with one another via a fiber interconnection. Connect the local unit to the computer CPU or server directly with the included USB Type A to Type B cable and attach your KVM console to the remote unit. Plus you can plug as many as four USB peripherals into the remote unit—or even more if you add a USB hub.

    Video flexibility.
    You can use the extenders with today’s top-of-the-line DVI video displays, which feature both excellent picture quality and higher-transfer bandwidths. What’s more, there’s no loss of picture quality no matter what the distance transmitted. Built-in video processors determine the best resolution and pixel phase for optimized digitization.

    Even though the extenders work best when you use DVI output from your computer’s video card and DVI input to a monitor, they’re flexible enough to use with just VGA equipment, too.

    You can even use a mix of both DVI and VGA devices, because the ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB support all combinations of DVI and VGA graphics cards and monitors.

    Easy to fine-tune.
    Upgrade firmware through the programming port, too. Just plug in the included programming cable to transfer updates that you download from the Black Box Web site. All settings are stored in EEPROM memory.

    For diagnostic purposes, both local and remote units feature LEDs that indicate link status, when the devices are ready, and when the units detect a video signal or valid mode. There’s also an LED to inform you of any communication errors.

    What’s included:
  • Local unit
  • Remote unit
  • (2) universal power supplies and cords
  • (2) DVI-I male to VGA HD15 female adapter cables
  • DVI-I female to VGA HD15 male adapter cable
  • DVI-I male to female video cable
  • USB Type A to Type B cable
  • DB9 male to RJ-11 programming cable
  • User’s manual


    • Technical Specifications for ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB:

    Chassis — Each unit: Metal case
    Distance (Maximum) — 6.2 mi. (10 km) with 9-/125-µm cable
    Operating Environment — Temperature: 50 to 113° F (10 to 45° C);
    Humidity: 80% noncondensing
    Resolution (Maximum) — Monitor: VGA, DVI: 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz;
    Local access: VGA: 1600 x 1200;
    DVI: 1280 x 1024
    Video Compatibility — Analog: VGA to UXGA (separate sync, composite sync, or sync-on-green);
    Digital: DVI
    Wavelength — 1300 nm
    CE Approval — Yes
    Connectors — Local unit: USB Port Type B F; Programming: (1) RJ-11; Monitor: (1) DVI-I F; Interconnect: (1) pair of SC;
    Remote unit: USB ports: (4) USB Type A F; Programming: (1) RJ-11; Monitor: (1) DVI-I F; Interconnect: (1) pair of SC
    Indicators — Each unit: (4) LEDs: Communication Error, Link Status, Device Ready, Video Signal/Mode Detection
    Power — 90–240 VAC, 47–63 Hz, autosensing, with IEC 320 connector and cord
    Size — Each unit: 1.75"H (1U) x 6.7"W x 5.2"D (4.4 x 17 x 13.2 cm)
    Weight — Each unit: 2.2 lb. (1 kg)
    These products work with:
  • Ceramic Terminated Multimode Fiber Optic Cables (EFN4025)
  • Single-Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cables (EFN5010)
  • Universal Serial Bus (USB) Cable
  • USB 2.0 (4-Port) Hub (IC147A-R3)
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    • Resources for ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB:

    Manuals

    • ServSwitch DVI/VGA CATx Extender Manual
      Manual for ACS253A-CT, ACS253A-U-MM-R2, ACS253A-MM, ACS253A-U-SM-R2 and ACS253A-SM (Version 2)
      httpftp

    Product Data Sheets

    Software

    • ServSwitch DVI/VGA Extender Software
      Software for the ACS253A-CT, ACS253A-MM, ACS253A-SM, ACS253A-U-MM-R2, and ACS253A-U-SM-R2
      httpftp

    Black Box Explains


    Connect your ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB with:

    Accessory: IC147A-R3

    USB 2.0 Hub, 4-Port

    USB 2.0 Hub, 4-Port

    » more info

    Accessory: EFN5010

    Single-Mode, 8.3-Micron Duplex Fiber Optic Cable, SC–SC, PVC, Custom Lengths

    Single-Mode, 8.3-Micron Duplex Fiber Optic Cable, SC–SC, PVC, Custom Lengths

    » more info

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A Two year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $473.40

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $946.79

    Diamond

    Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)

    Coverage:

    The most complete product warranty exclusively from Black Box

    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

    Worry-Free Purchases

    If your new Black Box® brand products are accidentally damaged, you're covered with this no-questions asked warranty. FREE

    Coverage

    Double Diamond™ is the standard warranty that comes with your new Black Box® brand product. Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty.

    Lifetime Guarantees

    Many products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life.

    Fast Service

    During the warranty period, Black Box® Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

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    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
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    Product SKU Price Quantity
    ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB ACS253A-U-SM-R2 $4,733.95
     
    ServSwitch DVI/VGA Fiber Extenders with USB ACS253A-U-MM-R2 $4,424.95
     
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