Black Box ServSwitch Dual-Access Micro Extender Kit, Dual VGA

The Black Box ServSwitch Dual-Access Micro Extender Kit, Dual VGA is a compact, enterprise-grade solution that delivers reliable, long-distance video extension while preserving full control of your host computer from two consoles. Designed for graphics-heavy environments, this dual-VGA extender supports high-resolution displays and supports remote console access with optional serial and audio integration. It’s the smart choice for control rooms, graphics studios, data centers, and workspaces where distance, flexibility, and performance matter. With the ability to extend video up to 164 feet (50 meters) at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, this kit helps you place your display, keyboard, and mouse wherever they’re most productive without sacrificing image clarity or responsiveness. The model also offers an option—ACU3228A—for placing a serial device and an audio device at the remote console, expanding management capabilities across your infrastructure.

• Long-distance VGA extension: Delivers crisp, reliable graphics at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 across distances up to 164 feet (50 meters), making it ideal for graphics-intensive applications and large or distributed workspaces.
• Dual-Access architecture: Designed to support both local and remote console access so administrators and operators can control the host computer from two convenient locations, increasing efficiency and uptime in busy environments.
• Serial and audio expandability with ACU3228A option: Choose ACU3228A to place a serial device and an audio device at the remote console, enabling terminal access and audio capabilities at distance for enhanced management and collaboration.
• Graphics-forward design for demanding workloads: The kit is optimized for graphics-intensive extension applications, preserving image quality and responsive input across the extended link to support design, monitoring, and engineering tasks.
• Easy integration with VGA peripherals: Supports standard VGA displays and common peripherals, enabling straightforward setup in existing workstations without the need for specialized adapters or drivers.

Technical Details of Black Box ServSwitch Dual-Access Micro Extender Kit

• Maximum video resolution: 1600 x 1200 at distances up to 164 feet (50 meters)
• Video interface: Dual VGA extension for reliable display performance
• Distance support: Up to 164 feet (50 meters) between local and remote consoles
• Serial and audio functionality: Available with optional ACU3228A module to place a serial device and an audio device at the remote console
• Configuration: Dual-access design for local and remote control of the host computer

How to install Black Box ServSwitch Dual-Access Micro Extender Kit

• Power down all equipment and plan cable routing to minimize interference and ensure clean, direct VGA paths for best signal quality.
• Connect the local VGA output from the host computer to the local extender unit using standard VGA cables.
• Connect the remote VGA display to the remote extender unit, ensuring secure, clean connections at the display end.
• Connect the keyboard and mouse to the local console ports on the local extender unit to enable immediate control of the host computer from the local side.
• If you require serial and audio capabilities at the remote console, install the ACU3228A module per the product guide and connect the serial device and audio device to the remote console as directed.
• Apply power to both the local and remote extender units and verify that the link is established and the video appears on the remote display with full keyboard/mouse responsiveness.
• Test functionality by switching between local and remote consoles, running representative graphics tasks, and confirming audio (if used) and serial device access function correctly.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the maximum distance supported by the Black Box ServSwitch Dual-Access Micro Extender Kit?
  A: The system supports VGA extension up to 164 feet (50 meters) between the local and remote consoles.
• Q: What resolutions can I expect over the extender?
  A: The setup supports up to 1600 x 1200 resolution, ensuring clear graphics for most office and design tasks.
• Q: Does this kit include audio and serial support?
  A: Audio and serial support are available with the optional ACU3228A module, which places a serial device and an audio device at the remote console.
• Q: Is dual-console access suitable for control rooms or design studios?
  A: Yes. The dual-access design enables convenient control from both a local workstation and a remote console, improving workflow efficiency in space-constrained or distributed environments.
• Q: What peripherals are compatible?
  A: The kit is designed to work with standard VGA displays and typical keyboard/mouse peripherals. For remote serial and audio capabilities, connect compatible devices via the ACU3228A module as described in the product documentation.