Tripp Lite B042-Series, NetController B040 Series, B042-004, B042-016, B042-008 Specifications

Tripp Lite

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Chicago, IL 60609 USA

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Model #: B042-008

KVM Switch - 8-Port 1U Rackmount USB/PS2 KVM Switch with On-Screen Display

Highlights

NetController 8-Port, 1U rackmount KVM switch

Control 8 computers via a single VGA monitor and USB or PS/2

keyboard/mouse

Control up to 248 computers by daisychaining up to 15 additional B042-Series

KVM switches

P780-Series USB/PS2 combo KVM cables kits allow you to connect either

USB or PS/2 computers, without the need to purchase separate cables or

adapters

Compatible with all major operating systems

Description

Tripp Lite's NetController 8-Port, 1U rackmount KVM Switch is an affordable, highly-flexible enterprise class KVM Switch, which allows the user to
connect either USB or PS/2 keyboards and mice. In addition, P780-Series USB/PS2 combo KVM cable kits allow you to connect either USB or PS/2
computers, without the need to purchase separate cables or adapters. Control up to 8 directly connected computers, or expand the number of
connected computers to up to 248 by daisychaining up to 15 additional B042-Series KVM switches. Switch between connected computers via the
On-Screen Display (OSD), pushbuttons, or keyboard hotkey commands. Other features include: password protection, auto-scanning, auto-logout,
firmware upgrade and video support up to 2048 x 1536 (QXGA). Mounts easily in a standard 19" rack/cabinet and includes all necessary mounting
hardware. Compatible with all major operating systems. Constructed of heavy-duty steel housing.

Package Includes

B042-008 NetController 8-Port, 1U rackmount KVM switch

External power supply

Rackmount hardware

8 In. Daisychain cable ( for longer daisy-chain cables, see Tripp Lite P781 series cables)

Daisychain terminator

4 ft. HD15 to DB9 firmware upgrade cable

CD with owner's manual and quick start guide

Quick start guide

Features

NetController 8-Port, 1U rackmount KVM switch

Control 8 computers via a single VGA monitor and USB or PS/2 keyboard/mouse

P780-Series USB/PS2 combo KVM cable kits allow you to connect either USB or PS/2 computers, without the need to purchase separate

cables or adapters

Control up to 248 computers by daisychaining up to 15 additional B042-Series KVM switches

Allows for easy customization of ports by daisy-chaing any combination of B042-Series KVM's (4-, 8- or 16-port)

Standard 19" Rackmount size - hardware included

On-Screen Display (OSD) menu for intuitive operation and easy control

Switch between connected computers via the On-Screen Display (OSD), pushbuttons, or keyboard hotkey commands

Supports video resolution up to 2048 x 1536

Password protection and auto-logout features

Firmware upgradeable

Robust metal case design ensures best EMI/RFI shielding and video quality

Hot-swappable: disconnect and reconnect USB computers without rebooting

Supports standard 5-button Microsoft, Logitech, or comparable mice

Supports standard Microsoft, Logitech, or comparable keyboards

Compatible with all major operating systems

Constructed of heavy-duty steel housing

Specifications

OVERVIEW

# Of Users 1

AC Adapter 100-250V

Console No

Port Control Push Buttons, Hotkeys, OSD

Max CPU 248

PC/Server VGA, USB or PS/2

Cat5 KVM Switch No

IP Remote Access YES WITH B051-000

PHYSICAL

Color Black

Style 1U Rackmount

LCD Monitor (in.) Not Applicable

LCD Monitor (cm) Not Applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL

BTUs 245.52

CONNECTIONS

Ports 8

WARRANTY

Product Warranty Period
(Worldwide)

1-year limited warranty

Related Items

Required Products

Product Type Related Model Description Qty.

KVM Cable Kits P780-006 6-ft. KVM Switch USB/PS2 Combo Cable Kit for B040 & B042 Series

KVMs

1

Optional Products

Product Type Related Model Description Qty.

KVM Adapters/Console
Extender Kits

B013-330 KVM Switch Accessories - KVM Console Extender Kit 1

KVM Cable Kits P780-010 10-ft. KVM Switch USB/PS2 Combo Cable Kit for B040 & B042 Series

KVMs

1

KVM Cable Kits P780-015 15-ft. KVM Switch USB/PS2 Combo Cable Kit for B040 & B042 Series

KVMs

1

KVM Daisy-Chain Cables P781-003 3-ft. Daisychain Cable for B040 & B042 Series KVMs 1

KVM Daisy-Chain Cables P781-006 6-ft. Daisychain Cable for B040 & B042 Series KVMs 1

KVM Daisy-Chain Cables P781-010 10-ft. Daisychain Cable for B040 & B042 Series KVMs 1

KVM Daisy-Chain Cables P781-016 16-ft. Daisychain Cable for B040 & B042 Series KVMs 1

KVM Switches &
Accessories

B042-004 KVM Switches- 4-Port 1U Rackmount USB/PS2 KVM Switch with

On-Screen Display

1

KVM Switches &
Accessories

B042-016 KVM Switch - 16-Port 1U Rackmount USB/PS2 KVM Switch with

On-Screen Display

1

KVM Switches &
Accessories

B051-000 KVM Switch Accessories - IP Remote Access Unit 1

More information, including related products, owner's manuals, and additional technical specifications, can be found online at

www.tripplite.com/en/products/model.cfm?txtModelID=3829.

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