StarTech.com 4K HDMI KVM Extender over Fiber, HDMI Video & USB over Fiber, up to 984ft/300m (MultiMode), 10G MMF SFP+ Modules

Experience seamless, high-resolution control across distances with the StarTech.com 4K HDMI KVM Extender over Fiber. Designed for data centers, broadcast suites, control rooms, and professional AV environments, this extender transports pristine 4K HDMI video plus keyboard and mouse input signals over a single fiber link. When paired with a KVM switch, it becomes a scalable console extender that lets you manage multiple servers or workstations from a single, centralized console. Built for reliability and performance, it leverages 10G multi-mode fiber with SFP+ modules to deliver crystal-clear visuals, responsive input, and secure, point-to-point connectivity even in mission-critical deployments.

• True 4K HDMI video over fiber: Transmit high-resolution HDMI video from your computer to a remote display with exceptional color accuracy and detail, preserving 4K quality across the link.
• USB HID support for seamless input: Three USB HID ports on the extender provide low-latency access for keyboard, mouse, and essential USB peripherals at the remote console, enabling a native feel for responsive control.
• Long-distance fiber extension: Extend HDMI and USB signals up to 984 ft (300 m) over multi-mode fiber, ideal for data centers, labs, and broadcast environments where components must be physically separated.
• 10G MMF SFP+ modular connectivity: Uses 10G multi-mode fiber with SFP+ modules, delivering high bandwidth and robust performance while preserving signal integrity over the link.
• Point-to-point with scalable KVM capabilities: Designed as a pair in a point-to-point setup, it can be combined with a KVM switch to manage multiple computers from a single console, simplifying workflows and reducing clutter.

Technical Details of StarTech.com 4K HDMI KVM Extender over Fiber

• Video support: Transmits HDMI video compatible with 4K resolution across the fiber link, ensuring sharp, lifelike imagery for professional applications.
• Distance: Up to 984 ft / 300 m over Multi-Mode fiber, enabling flexible room layouts and centralized control rooms.
• Fiber technology: 10G Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) with SFP+ modules required on both ends to establish the high-speed connection.
• USB signaling: Three USB HID ports provide keyboard, mouse, and select USB HID device support at the remote console for a native user experience.
• Architecture: Point-to-point extender designed to work standalone or in conjunction with a KVM switch to connect multiple computers to a single console.
• Compatibility: Built to integrate with StarTech’s KVM ecosystem and HDMI-compliant devices, ensuring broad compatibility with standard peripherals and displays.

how to install StarTech.com 4K HDMI KVM Extender over Fiber

• Prepare the transmitter (TX) and receiver (RX) units by ensuring you have the included or compatible 10G MMF SFP+ modules on each end.
• Connect the HDMI output from your computer to the transmitter’s HDMI input, and connect your HDMI display to the receiver’s HDMI output at the remote console.
• Route your USB peripherals to the transmitter’s USB HID ports to enable keyboard, mouse, and additional HID devices at the console side, while keeping the remote display behavior synchronized with input actions.
• Install a single multi-mode fiber cable between the SFP+ modules on the TX and RX units, ensuring a clean, secure connection and proper fiber handling.
• Power both units with their respective power supplies and, if using with a KVM switch, connect the local computer(s) through the KVM switch to the transmitter as directed by your switch’s configuration.
• If needed, configure any KVM switch settings to enable seamless switching between connected computers, then verify video and input latency by exercising sample tasks across the console and remote display.

Frequently asked questions

• What does this extender ship with? The kit includes the HDMI KVM extender units, 10G MMF SFP+ modules, and fiber cables required to establish a high-speed point-to-point link between host and console. Additional accessories may be required for your specific deployment, such as a KVM switch to manage multiple computers.
• What distance can I expect? The system supports up to 984 ft (300 m) over Multi-Mode fiber, making it suitable for bulkhead-to-control-room installations and floor-to-floor deployments in office or data center environments.
• Can I use this with multiple computers? Yes. When paired with a KVM switch, the extender enables you to control multiple hosts from a single console, simplifying operations in environments with many servers or workstations.
• Is 4K video supported? The extender is designed for 4K HDMI video, delivering high-resolution imagery to the remote display while maintaining synchronization with input devices for a cohesive user experience.
• Do I need special cables? You’ll need a compatible 10G multimode fiber cable with SFP+ modules on both ends. Ensure your fiber is rated for the distance and connector style required by the SFP+ modules.
• Do I need drivers? No separate drivers are typically required; the extender operates with standard HDMI video paths and USB HID interfaces, functioning as a plug-and-play component within a compatible KVM setup.