ATEN Dual USB - VGA to CAT5e/6 KVM Adapter Cable with Audio & Virtual Media Support (for KM0932 only)

The KVM Adapter Cable ATEN KM0932 Dual USB VGA with Audio (model KA7178) connects a KVM switch to a target computer’s video, USB and audio ports. It supports Virtual Media and provides two Cat 5e/6 RJ-45 connectors to allow a computer to be shared between two ALTUSEN Matrix KVM switches, enabling consoles on different switches to access the same system. The cable includes USB connections for keyboard and mouse and a VGA video output in a compact design weighing approximately 0.15 kg.

Advantages

This adapter cable supports Virtual Media, audio, and dual Cat 5e/6 connections for flexible KVM matrix integration. Its dual USB ports provide direct keyboard and mouse connectivity, while the VGA output delivers standard analog video support. The compact, lightweight design simplifies installation and management in multi-computer, multi-console environments.

Suitable for

• Connecting a computer to one or two ALTUSEN Matrix KVM switches
• Enabling remote console access from different switches to the same computer
• Setups requiring USB keyboard/mouse and VGA video with audio support

Key specifications

• Model: KA7178 (MPN: KA7178-AX)
• Compatibility: ATEN KM0932
• Connectors: Dual Cat 5e/6 (RJ-45), USB for keyboard and mouse, VGA video, audio
• Weight: 0.15 kg
• Product colour: Multicolour
• EAN: 4710423778054

How to use

Connect the adapter cable’s RJ-45 connectors to the corresponding ports on the ALTUSEN Matrix KVM switches, then attach the USB connectors to the computer’s USB ports for keyboard and mouse. Connect the VGA plug to the computer’s video output and the audio plug to the audio output. Ensure proper seating of all connectors and route the cable to avoid sharp bends. After physical connection, verify KVM switch settings and Virtual Media configuration per the KM0932 user manual.

Recommendations

Use Cat 5e or Cat 6 cabling of suitable quality and maintain maximum recommended cable distances for your KVM matrix. For Virtual Media and audio features, confirm firmware compatibility and review the KM0932 documentation when integrating with multiple switches.