Black Box DKM FX Modular KVM Extender Housing – 2-Slot Chassis with Power Supply

The Black Box DKM FX Modular KVM Extender Housing represents a flexible, scalable foundation for building high-performance keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) extension solutions. This 2-slot chassis with integrated power supply is part of the DKM FX extender family, a modular system designed to adapt to evolving control room, data center, broadcast, and remote-access needs. By combining a compact housing with compatible transmitter and receiver interface cards, you can configure a tailored KVM extension that balances distance, bandwidth, latency, and manageability. Whether you’re starting small in a tight workspace or planning a progressive deployment, the DKM FX 2-slot chassis delivers dependable operation, straightforward maintenance, and a scalable path to future expansion.

• Flexible modular design: The DKM FX family offers 2-, 4-, 6-, and 21-slot housings, enabling you to start with a compact 2-slot chassis and grow by adding more slots or entire chassis as your requirements evolve. This modular architecture reduces up-front costs while preserving the option to scale without wholesale system replacement.
• Transmitter and receiver interface cards: Extend KVM signals by pairing the 2-slot chassis with DKM FX transmitter and receiver interface cards. The separation of chassis and interface cards provides fast, adaptable topologies—link a single host to multiple remote consoles or span longer distances with the same trusted technology.
• Broad configuration range for tailored deployments: With multiple housing options and interchangeable interface cards, you can configure the extender system to meet specific latency, bandwidth, and distance requirements. The 2-slot base can be augmented with additional slots and cards to achieve the precise layout your environment demands.
• Reliable power and rugged durability: The 2-slot chassis includes a built-in power supply to ensure steady operation in demanding environments. A robust enclosure helps protect sensitive electronics from dust, vibration, and incidental impacts in data centers, control rooms, or classroom laboratories, delivering dependable performance over time.
• Simple installation and maintenance: The DKM FX extender is engineered for straightforward installation, with clear labeling and modular components that simplify serviceability. Swap or upgrade interface cards without disturbing the entire system, keeping downtime to a minimum while maximizing uptime and efficiency.

Technical Details of Black Box DKM FX Modular KVM Extender Housing

• Chassis type: 2-slot modular housing within the DKM FX extender family, designed to host transmitter/receiver interface cards and connect to the wider KVM network.
• Power supply: Integrated power supply included in the 2-slot chassis to support reliable operation in busy work environments.
• Slot compatibility: Part of a broader modular ecosystem that includes 2-, 4-, 6-, and 21-slot housings, enabling scalable configurations and easy expansion as needs grow.
• Interface cards (sold separately): Transmitter and receiver interface cards that plug into the chassis to capture and transmit KVM signals, enabling flexible topologies across host and remote consoles.
• Construction: Durable enclosure designed for demanding environments (data centers, control rooms, laboratories) with emphasis on reliability and ease of maintenance.
• System compatibility: Works within the DKM FX extender ecosystem, allowing you to mix and match chassis and cards to build a customized KVM extension solution.

How to install Black Box DKM FX Modular KVM Extender Housing

Installing the 2-slot DKM FX chassis is designed to be straightforward and minimally disruptive. Follow these steps to configure a stable KVM extension tailored to your site:

Step 1: Plan your topology. Determine the number of host connections and remote consoles, then map out where transmitter and receiver interface cards will be installed in each chassis. Identify distances and required bandwidth to select compatible cards and cabling.

Step 2: Prepare the chassis and power. Remove packaging, locate the included power supply, and attach it to the 2-slot housing per the user guide. Verify that the chassis sits on a stable surface and that ventilation is unobstructed to ensure reliable cooling during operation.

Step 3: Install interface cards. Insert the appropriate transmitter and receiver interface cards into available slots in the housing, ensuring they click firmly into place. Follow any color-coding or labeling provided by Black Box to prevent misconfiguration and to streamline future maintenance.

Step 4: Connect the KVM link. Use the approved KVM cabling or network medium specified for the DKM FX system to connect transmitters to receivers. Ensure connectors are securely seated and that distance or network constraints align with the selected cards’ capabilities.

Step 5: Attach host and peripheral connections. On the host side, connect keyboard, video, and mouse cables to the transmitter module as directed by the card’s documentation. On remote consoles, connect the peripherals to the receiver side. Power on the system and verify that indicators reflect proper link status.

Step 6: Verify operation and tune settings. Once powered, check the status LEDs and any management software for link integrity and performance. Calibrate routing, frame rates, and resolution settings as needed to optimize visual clarity and input responsiveness across the distance.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the DKM FX Modular KVM Extender Housing? It is a modular 2-slot chassis within Black Box’s DKM FX extender family, designed to hold transmitter and receiver interface cards that extend KVM signals across distances. The enclosure includes a power supply and is compatible with additional DKM FX components to create scalable KVM extension solutions.
• What configurations are available in the DKM FX lineup? The DKM FX family offers 2-slot, 4-slot, 6-slot, and 21-slot housings, enabling a range of configurations from compact deployments to large-scale, multi-slot systems. You can mix chassis and interface cards to build a tailored KVM extender topology.
• Do I need separate interface cards for the 2-slot chassis? Yes. The 2-slot chassis is designed to host transmitter and receiver interface cards, which are typically sold separately. These cards determine the KVM extension method, bandwidth, and distance capabilities.
• Is power supplied with the chassis? Yes. The 2-slot chassis includes an integrated power supply to support reliable operation in busy environments.
• Can I expand later if my requirements change? Absolutely. The modular design allows you to add additional chassis and interface cards to scale your KVM extension as needs evolve, without replacing the entire system.
• What environments is the DKM FX system intended for? It is designed for enterprise data centers, control rooms, laboratories, broadcast facilities, and other settings where reliable, scalable KVM extension is essential.