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StarTech.com USB Crash Cart Adapter - File Transfer & Video - Portable Server Room Laptop to KVM Console Crash Cart (NOTECONS02), Black
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Connector Type | Usb |
Brand | StarTech.com |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.01 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches |
Actuator Type | Push Button |
International Protection Rating | IP54 |
Connectivity Protocol | Usb |
Color | Black |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Number of Items | 1 |
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About this item
- NO BULKY CRASH CARTS: The USB crash cart adapter connects your laptop to a headless system, turning your laptop into a portable crash cart for rack servers, PCs, ATMs, kiosks, etc
- INSTANT SYSTEM ACCESS: Connect the laptop crash cart adapter to your computer using the included USB cable, then connect the integrated USB and VGA cables to your server for instant BIOS-level control, with no server-side software required
- EFFICIENT TROUBLESHOOTING: The flexible software built into the interface lets you transfer files from your laptop to the server, capture videos at 1920 x1200 60Hz and take screenshots for faster troubleshooting
- SELF-POWERED RELIABILITY: Powered from the server-side USB connection, the KVM adapter doesn't require an AC outlet, so you can connect to any PC or device that has a VGA and USB port
- FITS IN YOUR LAPTOP BAG: This pocket-sized computer crash cart adapter features no additional accessories to connect, eliminating the need to lug around a traditional crash cart when troubleshooting and servicing your systems
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Connect Quickly
Get connected in seconds. The crash cart adapter offers integrated VGA and USB cables for the server-side connections and includes the USB cable to connect to your laptop.
Troubleshoot your devices faster with a flexible software interface that lets you transfer files from your laptop to the server, capture videos for records or instructional purposes, take screenshots and scale the display window to full screen mode or smaller, with no scroll bars - ever.
Connect Universally
With no server-side software installation required, the USB crash cart adapter can connect to any PC or device that has a VGA and USB port, to provide BIOS-level control.
Powered from the server-side USB connection, the laptop crash cart adapter doesn't require an AC outlet and saves your laptop/netbook battery power.
Connect Portably
With portability for the mobile administrator or repair technician in mind, this pocket-sized adapter features a rugged design that easily fits inside your laptop bag and requires no additional accessories to connect.
Eliminating the need to lug around a large, awkward traditional crash cart to troubleshoot and service your systems, this portable crash cart lets you connect to a headless device with only a laptop.
NOTECONS02
KVM Console to Laptop USB 2.0 Portable Crash Cart Adapter with File Transfer and Video Capture.
Applications
Turn any laptop into a portable console for rack servers, PCs, ATMs, kiosks and more
-Perfect for mobile systems administrators traveling to multiple server rooms.
-Eliminate the need for a bulky crash cart in your server room.
-Use for console access to full server racks, or where a rack console is not feasible.
-Maintain headless servers.
-ATM and VLT maintenance and repair.
StarTech Packaging
Look for StarTech Branded Packaging to ensure you are getting a genuine StarTech product.
What's in the Box
1 - USB Crash Cart Adpater
1 - USB A to Mini-B Cable
1 - USB Software Key
Features
- Compact footprint with integrated KVM cables
- Supports file sharing & video capture between your laptop and the connected server
- Instant BIOS-Level control
- Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200
- Self-powered – Draws from the server USB connection
- LED indicators for USB link, Host Video link, and Host Keyboard/Mouse Link
- Automatic video scaling when re-sizing the viewing pane - no scroll bars
- Snapshot feature allows you to capture screen shots
- Manual video adjustments to control the picture position, sharpness and image noise for optimal performance
- Pre-loaded special key commands
- Auto image centering adjustment for 4x3 images on a wide screen display
- Manual video override adjustments allow it to work with legacy and industrial devices
- True USB mouse synchronization ensures accurate navigation of the connected server
What's in the box
Product information
Connector Type | Usb |
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Brand | StarTech.com |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.01 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches |
Actuator Type | Push Button |
International Protection Rating | IP54 |
Connectivity Protocol | Usb |
Color | Black |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Number of Items | 1 |
Product Dimensions | 0.01 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches |
Item Weight | 6 ounces |
ASIN | B00IZGR6IK |
Item model number | NOTECONS02 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #122 in KVM Switches |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 13, 2014 |
Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
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Product Description
StarTech KVM console crash cart adapter supports maximum video resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels and is compatible with PC, linux, mac platforms.StarTech KVM console crash cart adapter has a flexible software interface to transfer files from your laptop to the server quickly. Adapter can connect to any device that has a VGA and USB port to provide BIOS-level control.Access any VGA and USB system directly from your laptop via the KVM console adapter. Set up quickly with included cables and instant BIOS-level control. Share troubleshooting information and display errors with video capture at 1920 x 1200 60Hz. Simple self-powered portability with no external power adapter necessary. Easily troubleshoot systems with bi-directional file transfers between local and remote computer.
Customer reviews
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Customers like the performance, ease of use, quality and ease of storage of the electronic adapter. For example, they mention it works great, it's plug-n-play friendly and is a great time saver. Some appreciate the versatility and crash cart. That said, opinions are mixed on the value.
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Customers like the performance of the adapter. They say it works great with Mac, PC, and Remote Desktop. Some love the fact that it works with any OEM server and is a wonderful time saver. Overall, customers find the adaptor to be a good tool to have.
"This thing works every time and I can stop worrying about USB flash drives because I can mount a folder as a drive on my laptop and present it to..." Read more
"...software came on a small flash drive and installed quickly and without any issues. The device is very plug-n-play friendly...." Read more
"Works great. I need this when i travel to customers and they dont have a KVM readily setup in their rack. This product works great...." Read more
"Worked for a while then stopped. Tried on multiple Win 10 and Win 11 systems...." Read more
Customers find the electronic adapter easy to use. They mention it's very plug-n-play friendly, and just works with no fuss. The control is intuitive and passes all keystrokes in so you can do things quickly. The adapter makes troubleshooting easy to have a console to any device, and it installs quickly and without any issues. The video is crisp and adapts quickly.
"...The device is very plug-n-play friendly. If you run the software it will say - plug it in, when you do it then sees it and shows the video feed...." Read more
"...This product has been a great time saver, I no longer need to track down a spare monitor, or when I'm at a customer's site beg them for a monitor...." Read more
"...is not always convenient once I was showed this unit it has been a time saver and I have showed it to all the techs I work with across the country..." Read more
"...The only negative is the software, which is primitive and laborious for trying to position within a captured session...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the adapter. They mention it's an extremely useful tool in their business, an excellent tool for the IT tool box, and a handy gadget. Some say it'll save them time by eliminating the need to run around looking for a crash cart. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Regardless, it's an extremely useful tool in my business." Read more
"Good product, Works like I expected. Good tool to have. Pricy but works great." Read more
"Best use of my time. No need to run around looking for a crash cart." Read more
"Great tool for my IT profession. I use it regularly...." Read more
Customers find the electronic adapter easy to store. They mention that it is small enough to keep in their laptop bag and take with them everywhere. They also appreciate the portability and ease of use. The adapter is light and compact, making it easy to carry in a cable or tools pouch.
"...Plus this fits nicely in my laptop case so I've always got it available for those times when you need unexpected console access to a server...." Read more
"...This easily fits in my laptop bag, and comes with me in the truck or on an airplane...." Read more
"...it is light/compact - fits inside my cable/tools pouch easily...." Read more
"...Used both on Mac and PC platforms. Small form factor is great to throw into bag for travel...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the adapter. For example, they say it's great for data center work, perfect for working on servers, and recording server console sessions. It's also great for setting up new servers and taking screenshots of devices during the boot screen.
"...I like that you can take snapshots of the server screen, especially for those errors that only stay on the screen for a few seconds...." Read more
"...Great to take screenshots of devices during the boot screen...." Read more
"Excellent for recording screens during server booting or igmaging, when RDP sessions are not possible...." Read more
"...Very plug and play and performs very well. Great for setting up new servers until you can remote into them. Highly recommended." Read more
Customers like the electronic adapter. They mention it's perfect for their crash cart and a great travel accessory.
"...Seriously, no crash cart. This thing worked great with my MacBook Pro...." Read more
"Great product for mobile crash cart..." Read more
"Prefect for your Crash Cart..." Read more
"Great travel Crash Cart, turns your laptop into a terminal..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the adapter. Some mention it's worth every penny, while others say it'll last only 4 years.
"Yes, its expensive...." Read more
"...All-in-all, a very fine product, well worth the cost!!" Read more
"I have only used it a few times but it has worked flawlessly. It is expensive but when accessing servers that are in racks with no KVM, keyboard or..." Read more
"...WELL worth the cash. Feels solid built too...hefty...but I still treat it like a baby just because of how expensive it is...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the keyboard response of the adapter. They mention that it does not respond consistently, is very buggy, and has some buffering.
"...Using the command windows instead of GUI - the keyboard had some buffering - mostly taking your time, or close it and restart it worked ok...." Read more
"...when running the app on Mac OS there's a bug where keyboard input is repeated multiple times...." Read more
"...recent software but command prompt windows or in bios it is very buggy on the keyboard and jumps around like crazy...." Read more
"...When it was connected the keyboard would not respond consitently at all...." Read more
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Also I can record if I need to call sup[port and they are removing into my laptop. So you can watch what they are doing and learn how to avoid needing support in the first place.
The software came on a small flash drive and installed quickly and without any issues. The device is very plug-n-play friendly. If you run the software it will say - plug it in, when you do it then sees it and shows the video feed. Unplug it at any time and the software is fine and just waits for it to be plugged in again.
I was a little worried when it says the server needs to power the device (so it didn't drain the laptop battery) because sometimes you just don't want to plug in a USB to a critical sever, and some old servers may not even have USB (or you may want to plug into the PS2 port which requires the included USB-to-PS2 adapter.) But the device worked like a champ with or without the server side USB plugged in. Granted you don't have keyboard or mouse if you only plug in the VGA, but you can at least view the screen which is sometimes all you want. I assume it pulls power from the laptop in this case.
I like that you can take snapshots of the server screen, especially for those errors that only stay on the screen for a few seconds. The tool bar can be on top or to the left.
My only suggestions to make this a 5-star item would be:
1) To embed the software in the unit. The included 2GB flash drive was nicer than a CD, and I attached it to the USB cable via a twist-tie so it doesn't get lost, but I've seen products simply embed the flash drive in their products.
2) Provide video capture in the software so you can capture the boot-up sequence. Sometimes those blue-screens blink by so fast you don't even have time to click the button to take a snapshot.
All-in-all, a very fine product, well worth the cost!!
The ability to turn your laptop into a mobile KVM is simply wonderful. There will be times when you need to access the BIOS of a server or would prefer to get direct console access, rather than through some sort of remote access either via Windows RDP or similar protocols.
Being able to capture screen shots of the VGA output can be critical at times when you need to track system states or document what happened to a misbehaving server.
I would like to following features to be added:
1) Shortcut keys, especially for capturing screen shots.
2) Build in video recording capabilities which would make this the perfect tool for creating teaching materials.
3) Downsizing of display resolution while video feed is live. The video feed could be so high res that fonts are too small to view properly.
This product has provided me with immediate ROI. All that's lacking now is getting a sturdy case to protect this expensive tool from being damaged.
One thing to note: this device is the NOTECONS01 unit. There are two different units. The other version allows to copy files back and forth, which i dont need. The driver/software install is different. You will need to download the proper driver/install for this device. The driver/install does come included on a USB drive in the box, but the version was a few versions out of date.
I had the other software installed already from using a different device from a customer. It would not find my new device and was very confusing until i figured out that they were different versions and uninstalled and then installed the right installer.
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Il trouve sa place dans la sacoche à coté du portable, bien plus pratique et leger en tout cas.