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What type of KVM do I need to run four USB systems with a PS/2 mouse and keyboard?

Use a B022-004-R KVM Switch with four P776-006 USB Cable Kits.

I require IP remote access to my B020-016. Is this possible?

No. The only Tripp Lite KVM Switches that feature IP remote access are the B060-032, B022-016 and B007-008.

Can the B020-008 and B020-016 KVM Switches be daisy-chained?

Yes, the B020-008 and B020-016 can be daisy-changed by connecting them to the B022-016 KVM Switch.

Is it possible to use a USB keyboard with B020- or B022- KVM Switch models?

Currently these KVM Switches require a PS/2 keyboard. However, if your USB keyboard came with a PS/2 adapter, this may enable it to work with the B020- and B022- models.

Are there drivers available for Tripp Lite KVM Switches?

No. Tripp Lite KVM Switches do not require additional drivers to work properly. All emulation is built in.

Which Tripp Lite KVM Switches support Mac?

All Tripp Lite KVM Switches except the B034-002-R support Mac.

Can I have multiple operators on a Tripp Lite KVM Switch?

Yes. The B060-032 is capable of accepting up to four users simultaneously. For other KVM models, KVM extender B013-000 (which can be attached to any KVM except the B020-016 and B020-008), allows you to have two consoles — one local and one remote. Both consoles connect to the same server — one as the master and the other as the slave. The slave console is viewable only if the master console is in use.

Can I connect an 8-Port KVM to a Tripp Lite Console KVM (B020-016 or B020-008) or 16-Port KVM switch (B022-016)?

The only KVM that can be connected to our Console KVMs 008 and 16-Port KVM is the B022-016 16-Port KVM switch.

What KVM can I connect to an 8-Port KVM Switch (B007-008)?

Another 8-Port KVM Switch (B007-008).

Can I connect a USB computer to a PS/2 KVM Switch?

Yes, with a USB-to-PS/2 Adapter. Use B015-000 for a PC and U218-000-R (which supports the Sun and Mac dedicated keys) for a Sun or Mac.

What is the difference between the two USB-to-PS/2 Adapters offered by Tripp Lite?

The B015-000 is designed for use with PCs only. The U218-000-R is a universal adapter. It works with PCs and also supports the dedicated key functions on Sun and Mac systems.

Can I use a Console Extender (B013-000) with a console KVM (B020-016 or B020-008)?

No. There is no way to connect a console extender to these KVMs. They are hardwired to their consoles and have no console ports.

Can I connect an external mouse to a console KVM (B020-016 or B020-008)?

No. These KVMs have no mouse port.

Is the Console Extender (B013-000) only for use with Tripp Lite KVM Switches?

No, the B013-000 is universal. It may be used with any KVM switch that has PS/2 console ports.

What switch should I use to connect both PS/2 and USB computers to a single console?

Since it is not possible to connect a PS/2 system to a USB KVM switch, you must use a PS/2 KVM with a USB-to-PS/2 adapter (B015-000 or U218-000-R) for each USB system to be connected.

Can I use the PS/2 port on a notebook computer to connect to a KVM switch?

No, you must use the USB port. The PS/2 port is used for both the mouse and the keyboard, polling between the two. Connecting a KVM will cause the port to lock up.

Can I rack-mount a Tripp Lite 4-port KVM switch?

No. Our 4-Port KVM switches are not rack mountable.

Can my Console KVM (B020-008 or B020-016) fit any rack?

Tripp Lite Console KVMs will fit any 4-post rack system. The mounting rails are adjustable.

I forgot the password on my KVM. Now what?

Existing passwords can be cleared. Follow the instructions in the owner's manual.

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