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# PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE10137 · **Brand:** [HiPi.io](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/hipi)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/pikvm-switch-multiport-extender.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/pikvm-switch-multiport-extender.html.md))

This allows a single KVM to control and monitor multiple computers.

> ⚠ PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender is compatible with [PiKVM V4 Plus](https://core-electronics.com.au/pikvm-v4-plus.html), [PiKVM V3](https://core-electronics.com.au/pikvm-v3-hat-for-raspberry-pi-4.html), and PiKVM V2, V1 DIY models.

Not compatible with PiKVM V4 Mini due to the lack of available USB host ports.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $394.95 (inc GST) — $359.05 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 2+ $351.86 (exc GST) · 5+ $341.09 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney).
- We can dispatch 21 today, and up to 300 more in 15–25 days.

## How to buy

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## Description

The PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender enables one PiKVM device to view and control multiple computer targets connected to each port from a web UI. **Up to five Switch Multiport Extenders can be daisy-chained to provide 20 ports, allowing a single PiKVM to control and manage one of 20 connected targets.** ATX statuses and controls are available for all connected targets simultaneously.

**The PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender is fully plug-and-play.**

### Features

- **A competitive & cost-effective solution** – A single PiKVM can manage up to five chained switch units, enabling control of multiple targets while minimizing costs and maintenance efforts.
- Each PiKVM Switch Multiport Extender unit can control 4 targets.
- **Switch functionality integrated into the PiKVM interface** – Use the popular interface, now expanded to support the number of targets available through the connected switches.
- Operational insights with multifunctional status LEDs – Monitor detected targets, selected ports, and the switch's overall status in real time.
- **Rapid switching** – With an advanced HDMI dummy plug function, you can switch between target computers significantly faster than competing solutions!
- **Automatic firmware updates with PiKVM OS** - Once PiKVM is updated, the main switch update will simply deploy to its neighbors for version uniformity and improved stability. Video inputs feature dedicated EDID configuration and complete control over the connection state of each port.
- **Ready to use** – Includes a power supply, ATX adapters for power and AUX control, brackets, and all the cables needed to get started!
 
### Specifications

- **Power:**
    - **Power Input:** 12V, 0.5A DC, 5.5x2.1mm (Power supply is included)
    - **Peak power consumption:** Up to 6W (0.5A/12V)
    - Built-in watchdog circuitry
- **Connectivity/Interfaces**: 
    - **4x HDMI input ports:** Video source from the target computer
    - **4x USB-C 2.0 “OTG”:** Keyboard and mouse emulation for the target computer
    - **4x ATX RJ-45:** Special port for target power control or AUX
    - **HDMI uplink/downlink:** HDMI signal to PiKVM unit or to daisy-chain multiple units
    - **USB-C female “CTL”:** Switch management from PiKVM
    - **USB-C female “OTG”:** External device emulation/mass storage from PiKVM
- **Video/Audio:**
    - **Supported resolutions:** up to 1920x1200@60Hz
    - **Audio capture mode:** HDMI audio capture support
- **Environmental:**
    - Operating temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
    - Storage temperature range: -20°C to 60°C
- **Dimensions:**121 x 137 x 44mm
- **Weight:** 0.6 kg
 
### Contents

- 12V 2A AC Power Supply, International Plugs, DC 5.5x21mm
- DC Barrel Jack Cable, 5.5x2.1mm 90Deg Male, Black, 30cm
- 2x USB3.0 Cable, USB-C Male, Black, 30cm
- USB-A Male To USB-C Female Adapter
- HDMI 2.0 Cable, Black, 30cm
- 4x ATX Board & Wire Set
- 4x ATX Bracket Set
 
### Resources

- [**PiKVM Handbook: Switch Multiport Extender device guide**](https://docs.pikvm.org/switch/)

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/C/E/CE10137-2.jpg)