Vertiv Avocent HMX 5000: High-Performance KVM Extender

The Vertiv Avocent HMX 5000 sets a new standard in remote management, delivering high-performance KVM extension that lets operators access, control, and troubleshoot servers and workstations from distant locations with precision and reliability. Built for mission-critical environments—such as data centers, control rooms, manufacturing floors, and labs—it combines robust hardware with flexible connectivity to support demanding workflows. The HMX 5000, paired with the HMX5200R-001 dual receivers and DVI-D audio capabilities, offers secure, low-latency input, video, and audio transmission, enabling administrators to manage multiple hosts without physically approaching each rack or cabinet. Whether you’re consolidating data center resources, performing routine maintenance, or orchestrating complex multi-host operations, this KVM extender provides the control and visibility you need with the convenience and security modern IT environments demand.

• Unparalleled remote access for critical systems: Extend keyboard, video, and mouse control across your network to centralized consoles, enabling technicians to monitor and manage servers from a remote location without sacrificing speed, accuracy, or responsiveness.
• Dual receiver flexibility for scalable deployments: The HMX 5000 system supports dual receiver configurations (HMX5200R-001), empowering multi-site access and redundant paths that enhance uptime and operational efficiency in busy environments.
• High-quality video and audio transportation: Experience crisp DVI-D video and integrated audio pathways that preserve image fidelity and clear audio with low latency, essential for diagnosing issues, verifying BIOS prompts, and performing precise maintenance tasks.
• Secure, reliable operation in harsh environments: With enterprise-grade security features and hardened hardware, the KVM extender minimizes risk while delivering dependable performance in data centers, control rooms, and industrial settings.
• Easy integration with existing infrastructure: SFP-based connectivity and compatibility with standard networks simplify implementation, allowing seamless integration with switch fabrics, storage networks, and management systems for streamlined administration.

Technical Details of Vertiv Avocent HMX 5000

• Model: HMX 5000
• Receiver configuration: Dual receiver units (HMX5200R-001)
• Video interface: DVI-D
• Audio: DVI-D audio pathway
• Connectivity: SFP-based networking for flexible, scalable links
• Environment: Designed for use in data centers, control rooms, and critical facilities
• Security: Built-in security features to support secure remote management
• Compatibility: Works with standard KVM switching and IT management ecosystems

How to install Vertiv Avocent HMX 5000

• Plan your topology by mapping the transmitter connection to the host systems and identifying remote locations where receivers will be deployed.
• Attach the KVM transmitter to the target computer or server, ensuring proper cable routing and power connections for stable operation.
• Install SFP modules and connect the fiber or copper network between the transmitter and the dual receiver units, following your organization’s cabling standards.
• Place the HMX5200R-001 dual receivers at the remote workstations or control consoles, connect the display (DVI-D), keyboard, mouse, and audio devices, and power them on.
• Configure any required network or management settings, verify connectivity, and perform a test session to confirm responsive control, video quality, and audio fidelity across all connected hosts.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the Vertiv Avocent HMX 5000 best suited for? A: It is designed for high-performance KVM extension in data centers, control rooms, and industrial environments, enabling secure, remote access to multiple hosts with crisp video and reliable input performance.
• Q: How does the dual receiver configuration benefit my setup? A: Dual receivers provide flexibility for larger deployments, enabling remote console access to multiple hosts and supporting redundancy to improve uptime and resilience.
• Q: What video and audio capabilities are included? A: The system supports DVI-D video with an integrated audio path, ensuring clear video output and synchronized audio for maintenance tasks, BIOS prompts, and diagnostic sessions.
• Q: Is the HMX 5000 compatible with existing IT infrastructure? A: Yes. The design emphasizes compatibility with standard KVM ecosystems and network fabrics, enabling straightforward integration with current switches, management software, and peripheral devices.
• Q: What kind of environments is this product designed for? A: It is built for mission-critical settings such as data centers, control rooms, labs, and industrial facilities where secure, reliable, high-performance remote management is essential.