Gefen
Gefen Mini USB1 KVM Extender
Extend any USB device up to 150 feet from your computer with the Gefen Mini USB-1 KVM Extender. This system overcomes the standard USB distance limitation by utilizing a single CAT-5 cable for extension between the sender and receiver units. It's ideal for remotely operating essential peripherals like keyboards and mice, and can even be used for extending surveillance cameras. The extender requires no external power adapter and supports both full-speed and low-speed USB devices, offering flexibility for various applications.
$169.00
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
1251
/ 1375
#1251 in KVM Switches
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Range
16550
/ feet ( meters)
Who it's for
- Long-Distance Extension
- Compact and Space-Saving Design
- Simple Plug-and-Play Setup
Who should skip it
- Limited USB 1.1 Speed
- Analog Video and Resolution Cap
- Potential for Signal Degradation
Key Specs
Range
165 feet (50 meters)
USB device ports at receiver unit
1
USB device support
Full-speed 12 Mb/s, Low-speed 1.5 Mb/s
USB cable
6.6 feet (2 meters)
USB Send Input Connectors
USB Type B
USB Send Output Connectors
RJ-45
USB Receive Input Connectors
USB Type A
USB Receive Output Connectors
RJ-45
Features
- Extends USB devices up to 150 feet
- Uses single CAT-5 cable for extension
- No external power adapter needed
- Supports full-speed and low-speed USB devices
- Optimized for keyboard and mouse operation
- Can extend surveillance cameras
- Internal USB hub included
- Increases productivity by enabling remote operation
What customers say
This KVM extender earns praise primarily for its exceptional reliability and compact design, making it ideal for stable, basic extension needs in dense professional settings. Users value its set it and forget it performance, noting it avoids common dropout issues found in lesser extenders. The build quality is consistently rated as excellent. However, sentiment is tempered by the inherent limitations of the USB1 standard. It struggles with modern high-bandwidth peripherals, causing compatibility friction for users outside of basic control applications. While it excels in its niche, the premium price point causes some buyers to question the overall value proposition against cheaper, though less dependable, options.
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