Belkin Ships Industry’s First KVM Switch with CAT5 Technology for Mid-Range Businesses

Designed for small-to-medium server environments, the SMB CAT5 KVM Switch reduces server-rack cable clutter and extends range

(Los Angeles, CA) - January 5, 2006 – Belkin International, Inc. announces its new OmniView® SMB CAT5 KVM Switch family, the first solution designed and priced especially for small-to-medium organizations. The SMB CAT5 KVM Switch offers the best way to reduce cable clutter and simplify deployment, for centralized control of servers in business, education, and government applications. This KVM line is currently available in North America.

“Until now, the cost of using standard CAT5 twisted-pair cabling was prohibitively expensive for many organizations,” said Burk Murray, Director of Product Management, Access Solutions at Belkin. “Based on our number-one-selling, mid-range PRO2 KVM, the SMB CAT5 family is not only value-priced, but offers the same robust feature set, reliability, and, of course, dependable Belkin service and support.”

The OmniView SMB CAT5 KVM Switch expands upon the functionality of the popular PRO2 KVM Switch family. By adding CAT5 support, the SMB CAT5 KVM Switch is backward-compatible and interoperable with the PRO2 KVM Switch. Available in 4-, 8-, and 16-port models, the SMB CAT5 KVM Switch offers easy expandability through dedicated daisy-chain ports to control up to 256 servers. It extends the distance between the server and Switch to up to 100 feet. The SMB CAT5 KVM Switch saves valuable rack space, fitting in a 1U rack shelf, and working in conjunction with compact Belkin Server Interface Modules.

Other Advantages

• Enables continuous server uptime using keep-alive intelligence and keyboard and mouse signal emulation
• Supports any PS/2 and USB server, including Windows®, UNIX®/Linux®, Sun™, and Macintosh® systems
• Supports up to 1600x1200 video resolutions for high image quality
• Saves setup time and simplifies viewing and switching between multiple servers with On-Screen Display
• Enables instantaneous selection of desired ports and servers with user-definable hot keys
• Provides direct access for simple port monitoring and selection with front-panel push-button controls and LED displays
• Allows for continuous server monitoring with programmable AutoScan
• Prevents unauthorized access to KVM switch and servers with password protection
• Ensures consistent compatibility with flash-upgradeable firmware
• Comes with a Belkin 5-Year Warranty and free technical support

Pricing and Availability

The SMB CAT5 KVM Switch is available now and is priced as low as $81 per server port, including the required Server Interface Module.

OmniView SMB 4-Port CAT5 KVM Switch (F1DP104A) – $399.99

OmniView SMB 8-Port CAT5 KVM Switch (F1DP108A) – $499.99

OmniView SMB 16-Port CAT5 KVM Switch (F1DP116A) – $599.99

OmniView SMB Server Interface Module, PS/2 (F1DP101A-AP) – $69.99

OmniView SMB Server Interface Module, USB (F1DP101A-AU) – $69.99

OmniView SMB Server Interface Module, Legacy Sun (F1DP101A-AL) – $79.99

OmniView SMB Server Interface Module, PS/2 (8-Pk) (F1DP101A-AP-8PK) – $349.99

About Belkin International, Inc.

Belkin provides end-to-end SMB and enterprise solutions in networking, racks/enclosures, and power protection, in addition to a broad USB and cable product mix. A privately held company founded in California in 1983, Belkin has developed industry-leading innovations, prized by channel partners and end-users alike for their dependability, customer service, and comprehensive warranties. Belkin has achieved over twenty consecutive years of dramatic growth and remains committed to making significant strides in the areas of research and design. For product offerings, awards, and further company information, visit www.belkin.com.