They make KVM over IP aka KVM over Ethernet switches. I am not sure
whether you can get the functionality for the additional devices
(speakers & thumb drive). This setup will let you switch your keyboard,
monitor & mouse between several computers (maybe one or more in the
closet and one or more at your desk).
You also might consider VNC or Remote Desktop if you have a computer at
your desk; but again, not sure about the additional device
functionality. With this setup, you can add SSH (like FileZilla) to
transfer files between the computers, so you could plug the thumb drive
into your desktop computer. Also, with this setup you will lose some
video quality.
You may need separate power sources; a power source in the closet, and a
power source at your desk. I don't know whether PoE would provide
enough power for a monitor on your desk or a computer in the closet, but
you can research that.
Ken
On 1/23/25 5:00 PM, Tom Browder wrote:
I'm still trying to solve an awkward office layout and keep control of
wiring. I want to keep my main server in the closet but have the
monitor, keyboard, and mouse (and speakers if possible) accessed via
another cat-5 outlet across the room.
Looking for the correct device is difficult for me because of
terminology. On
my desk I need to connect:
+ one HDMI cable for my monitor
+ at least three USB devices (keyboard, mouse, thumb drive)
+ one external speaker (or headphone)
+ power
+ cat 5e I/O to the wall female socket
In the closet with my single server I need the same in order to close
the closet entrance with no connections interfering.
The max distance between the two Cat-5e outlets is no more than 25 ft.
Any recommendations?
Thanks.
-Tom
https://www.startech.com/en-us/server-management/kvm-switches
