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Access any VGA and USB system directly from your laptop via the KVM console adapter Set up quickly with included cables and instant BIOS-level control Easily troubleshoot systems with bi-directional file transfers between local and remote computer Share troubleshooting information and display errors with video capture at 1920 x 1200 60Hz Simple self-powered portability with no external power adapter necessary The USB crash cart adapter gives you control of a headless system, turning your laptop into a portable crash cart for rack servers, PCs, ATMs, kiosks, and more. Simply connect the laptop crash cart adapter to your computer using the included USB cable, then connect the integrated USB and VGA cables to your server for instant BIOS-level control. With no server-side software required, you can be up and running instantly. With the flexible software interface, you can transfer files from your laptop to the server, capture videos for records or instructional purposes, take screenshots and scale the display window to full screen mode or smaller, with no scroll bars helping you to troubleshoot faster. Powered from the server-side USB connection, the KVM adapter doesn't require an AC outlet so you can connect to any PC or device that has a VGA and USB port, even if there’s no power outlet available. This pocket-sized adapter features a compact design that easily fits inside your laptop bag and requires no additional accessories to connect, eliminating the need to lug around a large, awkward traditional crash cart to troubleshoot and service your systems. StarTech.com offers a wide selection of high-quality KVM-related products to help you access your systems more efficiently without the expense and clutter of extra keyboards, mice and monitors. This USB KVM crash cart adapter is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support. ATM and VLT maintenance and repair Mobile systems and server repair Specifications Warranty Information Warranty 2 Years Connector(s) 1 - Console Interface(s) USB Mini-B (5 pin) 1 - Host Connectors USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 VGA (15 pin, High Density D-Sub) Environmental Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Humidity 80% RH Hardware Audio No KVM Ports 1 PC Interface USB PC Video Type VGA Number of Monitors Supported 1 Rack-Mountable No Cables Included Yes Daisy-Chain No Indicators 1 - LED Indicators Host/Server Video (VGA) Link User Console/USB Link Host/Server Keyboard/Mouse USB Link Packaging Information Package Height 1,8 in [4,6 cm] Package Length 11,9 in [30,3 cm] Package Width 6,5 in [16,6 cm] Shipping (Package) Weight 12,8 oz [363,0 g] Performance On-Screen Display No IP Control No Hot-Key Selection No Maximum Analog Resolutions 1920x1200 @ 60Hz Maximum Number of Users 1 MTBF 909000 Physical Characteristics Product Length 4,9 in [12,5 cm] Color Black Material Plastic Cable Length 16,4 in [416 mm] 1 x 15in (385mm) USB host cable, 1 x 3in (76mm) VGA host cable, 1 x 6ft (1.8m) USB Console cable Product Width 2,9 in [7,4 cm] Product Height 0,6 in [1,5 cm] Product Depth 4,5 in [115 mm] Weight of Product 6,0 oz [170,0 g] Power Power Source USB-Powered Software OS Compatibility Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 macOS 10.9 to 10.15, 11.0, 12.0 Linux 2.6 to 4.11 (LTS Versions Only; glibc 2.18 or newer required) Special Notes / Requirements Note If you're interfacing with a Linux device, this adapter is only compatible with standard QWERTY keyboards in U.S English configuration What's in the Box 1 - Included in Package USB Crash Cart Adpater USB A to Mini-B Cable USB Software Key
KP
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025
Used multiple times to connect to old idrac consoles in a tight closet with no room for full setups. Also works amazing for putting a console screen on a screen share during a meeting.
Mini
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025
I bought this product but it is not working and it should come with pendrive that is missing. This is all waste of my time. Even though I complain they are not responding to my request
N. Davies
Reviewed in Canada on May 25, 2024
works great on macos (even M macs) very reliable, wish it had usb 3 to speed up the iso installs in a pinch and maybe clipboard pass threw. Slightly expensive and niche but works great would recommend!
Angelo Elkhoury
Reviewed in Australia on March 7, 2024
Very easy to setup, even on Mac OSX. Functions well.
Christophe
Reviewed in France on June 13, 2019
Défectueux a la réception alors que c'est une version 'prévue pour durer'....en cours de remplacement sous garantie (si je trouve comment faire).
TCJ informatique
Reviewed in France on May 14, 2019
Article commandé pour ne plus avoir à prendre un ensemble écran, clavier et souris.Il trouve sa place dans la sacoche à coté du portable, bien plus pratique et leger en tout cas.
Cliente
Reviewed in Spain on April 7, 2019
Muy útil para administrar servidores
OveRMinD
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2015
I bought this because I am always going to data centers and hate looking for, or just HOPING there is, a crash cart lying around, or that the client has a KVM in the rack. This easily fits in my laptop bag, and comes with me in the truck or on an airplane. And if you get a 15 foot usb cable with it like I did, you can sit on the hot aisle instead of the cold aisle. You data center monkeys will know what I'm talking about.But it works exactly as advertised. You see everything from POST onwards, on anything from desktops to G9 HP servers. WELL worth the cash. Feels solid built too...hefty...but I still treat it like a baby just because of how expensive it is.Fair warning though...on Windows 8 or newer, they don't have any signed drivers yet, so you have to boot into the recovery mode and turn off driver signing in the OS, then it will load the drivers and work fine. It will continue to work until you reboot. So if you just put your laptop to sleep, it will be fine. Just keep this in mind if you think yours doesn't work on Windows 8/10. Once the drivers are loaded the first time, they never need to be reloaded again, but it won't find the device on USB until you turn off driver signing in the OS.Other than that, this is probably the best tool in my bag.
Scott Seligman
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2013
I tend to work on random computers dropped off at my desk, generally without a PC or keyboard. This product has been a great time saver, I no longer need to track down a spare monitor, or when I'm at a customer's site beg them for a monitor. I'm able to get my work done and I couldn't ask for more. I've even used the adapter for extended development sessions without issues. To give you an idea how versatile this thing is, I've:- Diagnose and repair computers both at work and remotely, including systems that should be headless and stuck in some inconvenient location in a mode that needed some TLC to get running again.- Bring small computers with me to a customer site for work purposes, and use my laptop as the keyboard/monitor.- With the aid of a HDMI->VGA converter box, used this and online meeting software to demo a program running on a tablet remotely, which worked out much better for all parties than pointing a webcam at the tablet.- Demo software on a PC that had no network connectivity to remote customers.The product price might seem a bit much, but to me it's been well worth it. Even if my only use was because I'm the guy friends and family bring dead computers to, I'd seriously consider purchasing it.My only complaint was a one time event: I had a conflict with this product's software and the drivers for the StarTech USB to DVI adapter on a Windows machine. I was able to resolve the issue by manually removing the USB to DVI drivers and re-installing the latest versions. That one issue aside, I've had no problems with the software.
NL.Kwok
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2012
Yes, its expensive. But once you see the convenience that the Startech USB laptop crash cart offers, you'll think why hadn't I bought this thing earlier!The ability to turn your laptop into a mobile KVM is simply wonderful. There will be times when you need to access the BIOS of a server or would prefer to get direct console access, rather than through some sort of remote access either via Windows RDP or similar protocols.Being able to capture screen shots of the VGA output can be critical at times when you need to track system states or document what happened to a misbehaving server.I would like to following features to be added:1) Shortcut keys, especially for capturing screen shots.2) Build in video recording capabilities which would make this the perfect tool for creating teaching materials.3) Downsizing of display resolution while video feed is live. The video feed could be so high res that fonts are too small to view properly.This product has provided me with immediate ROI. All that's lacking now is getting a sturdy case to protect this expensive tool from being damaged.
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