Eaton Tripp Lite B055-001-USB NetDirector USB Server Interface Unit for B064-Series KVM Switches

Instead of cluttering your rack with multiple long VGA and USB cables, the Eaton Tripp Lite B055-001-USB NetDirector Server Interface Unit condenses server-to-KVM connectivity into a single Cat5e/6 link. This compact SIU sits right at the server, keeping analog video and USB keyboard/mouse connections short, then extends the combined signal up to 30.5 meters (100 feet) to a B064-Series KVM switch. It is a practical solution for data centers and server rooms where cable management and distance are daily challenges.

Highlights

• Connects a server's USB keyboard/mouse and VGA video to a B064-Series KVM switch over one Cat5e/6 cable
• Extends signal reach up to 30.5 meters (100 feet) at resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
• Bus-powered from the server's USB port – no external power adapter required
• Compact external enclosure with durable ABS housing
• Hot-swappable and plug-and-play for fast installation and maintenance
• Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and Sun operating systems
• LED indicators show link and activity status

In daily use

Plug the blue HD15 connector into the server's VGA port and the USB connector into an available port. Then run a Cat5e/6 patch cable from the RJ45 jack to the B064-Series KVM switch. The unit draws power entirely from the USB connection, so there are no messy cables to route. The LEDs give immediate feedback on connection health, making remote troubleshooting easier.

Full specifications

• Product Type: KVM Server Interface Unit (SIU)
• KVM Switch Compatibility: Tripp Lite B064-Series KVM Switches
• Server Connection (Video): 1 x HD15 (VGA) Male
• Server Connection (Keyboard/Mouse): 1 x USB Type A Male
• KVM Switch Connection: 1 x RJ45 Female
• Maximum Video Resolution: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
• Supported Cable Type: Cat5e/6 UTP
• Maximum Extension Distance: 30.5 m (100 ft)
• Power Source: Bus-powered (from server USB)
• Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Mac, Linux, Sun
• Form Factor: External, Compact
• Hot-Swappable: Yes
• Plug-and-Play: Yes
• Housing Material: ABS
• Color: Black
• LED Indicators: Yes (Link/Activity)

Final note

For rack environments where distance and cable management matter, this SIU eliminates cable clutter while maintaining full KVM control over your servers.