Black Box NIAP 3.0 Secure 2-Port Dual-Head DisplayPort KVM Switch

The Black Box NIAP 3.0 Secure 2-Port Dual-Head DisplayPort KVM Switch is a high-assurance solution engineered for environments where data security and controlled access are non-negotiable. This advanced KVM switch enables you to manage two DisplayPort-based computers from a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor setup, while enforcing rigorous security controls that protect sensitive information. Built to meet NIAP 3.0 certification requirements, it provides hardware-enforced isolation, trusted paths for input and output, and reliable performance in government, defense, finance, and regulated industries. It’s designed to reduce clutter, simplify operations, and strengthen your security posture without sacrificing user experience or productivity.

• Unified control of two DisplayPort hosts with one keyboard, one mouse, and one or more DisplayPort displays, enabling efficient desk space usage and streamlined workflows in secure environments.
• NIAP 3.0 certification ensures hardware-enforced isolation, trusted input/output paths, and tamper-resistant operation to minimize data leakage and meet stringent regulatory requirements.
• Dual-head DisplayPort support provides flexible multi-monitor configurations from a single switch, allowing each host to drive two displays for enhanced data visualization and multitasking.
• Seamless user experience with intuitive front-panel controls and optional hotkey switching, enabling rapid, uninterrupted transitions between hosts while maintaining strict security policies.
• Rugged, enterprise-grade build optimized for 24/7 operation in data centers, secure offices, and labs, featuring secure cable management, durable connectors, and configurable mounting options to fit constrained workspaces.

Technical Details of Black Box NIAP 3.0 Secure 2-Port Dual-Head DisplayPort KVM Switch

• Certification: NIAP 3.0 compliant, providing hardware-enforced isolation and secure path features to protect data integrity and confidentiality.
• Ports and compatibility: 2-port KVM switch with dual-display capability, designed to support two host systems and multi-monitor configurations via DisplayPort interfaces.
• Video interface: DisplayPort-based video connections with support for high-resolution displays and reliable image integrity across secure workstations.
• Console interface: USB keyboard and mouse sharing with the DisplayPort video path, enabling a single console to control multiple hosts.
• Enclosure and reliability: rugged construction intended for secure environments, with thermal design considerations suitable for continuous operation and rack- or desk-mount configurations.

how to install Black Box NIAP 3.0 Secure 2-Port Dual-Head DisplayPort KVM Switch

• Prepare your setup: gather two DisplayPort-enabled computers, a keyboard, a mouse, and one or more DisplayPort monitors that you plan to share through the KVM. Ensure all devices meet the security requirements of your environment and that cables are certified for DisplayPort connections.
• Power down all devices before making any connections to prevent BIOS or firmware conflicts and to protect sensitive hardware during installation.
• Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the KVM’s console ports (the shared input devices). This creates the single console that will control both host systems.
• Connect each host computer to the KVM’s input ports using DisplayPort cables. In a dual-head arrangement, connect the appropriate DisplayPort outputs from each host to the KVM, ensuring that the display configuration you intend to use is supported by your monitors.
• Connect the shared display(s) to the KVM’s DisplayPort output(s). If you are using a dual-monitor setup, ensure both displays are connected to the corresponding DisplayPort outputs on the KVM for each host.
• Optionally connect any required management or administrative interfaces per your organization’s security policy. Confirm that the KVM recognizes both hosts and displays on initial power-up.
• Power on all devices and verify operation by switching between hosts using the KVM’s front-panel controls or any supported hotkey sequence. Test keyboard and mouse responsiveness on each host to ensure a reliable trusted path and seamless user experience.
• Configure any desired security features or policies as provided by the KVM and your IT/security team. This may include enabling trusted boot paths, ensuring secure console operation, and validating that no data leakage occurs during host switching.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does NIAP 3.0 certification mean for this KVM switch? A: NIAP 3.0 certification indicates that the device has undergone government-backed evaluation for security controls, including hardware-enforced isolation and trusted input/output paths, to help protect sensitive data and prevent leakage in high-security environments.
• Q: How many computers can I manage with this switch? A: This model supports two host computers, allowing you to share a single keyboard, mouse, and DisplayPort displays across both systems.
• Q: Does it support hotkey switching or front-panel controls? A: Yes. The KVM provides convenient front-panel controls and hotkey switching options to enable rapid transitions between hosts while maintaining security policies and a smooth user workflow.
• Q: What video connections does it use? A: It uses DisplayPort connections for video, designed to support dual-head (two displays) configurations per host, suitable for high-resolution multi-monitor workstations.
• Q: Can I rack-mount or desk-mount this KVM? A: The design supports flexible deployment, including rack-mount and desktop configurations, to fit space-constrained secure environments and standard IT racks.
• Q: Is there any special maintenance or firmware update process I should follow? A: Follow the vendor’s security and IT policies for firmware updates and maintenance windows. In high-security environments, updates should be evaluated and tested in a controlled setting before deployment to production networks.