Vertiv Avocent LongView - Dual Monitor KVM Extender with USB, Audio over CATx up to 100m / 330ft

The Vertiv Avocent LongView KVM Extender represents a highly capable, enterprise-grade solution for extending a host computer’s keyboard, video, and mouse across long distances while preserving full usability of dual monitors, USB peripherals, and audio. Designed for control rooms, data centers, engineering labs, and broadcast environments, LongView delivers crisp 4K video, dependable USB device passthrough, and reliable audio transmission over standard CATx cabling. This dual-monitor KVM extender is engineered to minimize latency and maintain pixel-perfect image quality, enabling operators to manage complex workloads remotely without sacrificing performance or precision. Whether you’re deploying new long-distance control capabilities or upgrading an existing remote workstation setup, LongView offers a scalable, plug-and-play solution that integrates seamlessly with your current infrastructure and management workflows.

With the LongView system, you gain a dependable remote work surface that keeps your teams synchronized across locations. The dual-monitor configuration provides expanded screen real estate for multitasking, diagnostics, and monitoring, while the USB passthrough ensures your keyboards, mice, USB hubs, and other peripherals function at the remote end as if they were connected locally. The built-in audio passthrough adds another layer of usability, making it easy to participate in calls, alerts, or multimedia tasks from the remote workstation. In practical terms, this means improved efficiency, faster decision-making, and a smoother user experience in environments that demand high reliability and consistent performance over extended distances.

LongView is engineered to deliver stable, high-quality video at the distances demanded by modern operations. The system is optimized for dual 4K-capable displays, ensuring sharp imagery and accurate color reproduction even when routing video signals across long CATx cables. Its robust design is well suited for rack-mounted deployments in data centers or control rooms, with a focus on resilience, EMI protection, and ease of maintenance. For IT managers and technicians, LongView represents a flexible, scalable approach to extend the reach of critical workstations, enabling operators to maintain situational awareness and precise control regardless of physical location.

For organizations prioritizing interoperability and future-proofing, LongView supports standard CATx infrastructure and can be integrated alongside existing KVM solutions. Its modular approach makes it possible to upgrade or expand the remote workstation footprint as needs evolve, whether you’re adding more displays, expanding USB peripheral access, or deploying additional remote workstations across a campus or enterprise. This makes Vertiv Avocent LongView not just a hardware extender, but a strategic enabler of remote operations, capable of reducing latency, preserving display fidelity, and enhancing productivity across mission-critical tasks.

• Dual-monitor 4K video extension up to 100 m (330 ft) over CATx cabling, delivering crisp, high-fidelity visuals for demanding control-room and data-center workflows.
• Comprehensive USB peripheral passthrough and audio support, enabling seamless access to keyboards, mice, USB hubs, and headsets at the remote workstation.
• Enterprise-grade, rugged design optimized for rack-mount deployments with reliable performance in noisy environments and across long cable runs.
• Simple deployment with broad compatibility and scalable architecture that fits into existing IT ecosystems without major reconfiguration.
• Precise, low-latency control across dual displays and multiple peripherals, ensuring operators maintain productivity and situational awareness during remote operations.

Technical Details of Vertiv Avocent LongView

• Distance/Extension: Up to 100 m (330 ft) over CATx cabling
• Video: 4K video clarity for dual-monitor configurations
• USB/Audio: USB peripheral passthrough and audio support to the remote end
• Connectivity: CATx cabling combined with dual display and USB/Audio interfaces
• Design: Enterprise-grade enclosure suitable for rack-mount deployment in data centers and control rooms
• Note: Official specifications may vary by SKU; refer to the formal datasheet for complete, up-to-date details

How to install Vertiv Avocent LongView

Installing the LongView KVM extender is designed to be straightforward for IT professionals and systems integrators. Follow these steps to achieve a reliable, long-distance KVM extension that preserves dual-monitor functionality, USB device access, and audio transmission:

• Plan your cabling route carefully. Use shielded CATx cabling to minimize interference, maintain sturdy connections, and avoid excessive bend radii that could compromise signal integrity.
• Position the transmitter (local) unit near the host computer and connect the host’s video outputs, USB ports, and audio lines to the corresponding ports on the transmitter as directed by the user guide.
• Route the CATx cable from the transmitter to the remote (receiver) unit, ensuring the cable length does not exceed the supported distance and that the path is free from electromagnetic interference sources when possible.
• Place the receiver unit at the remote workstation and connect the dual monitors, USB devices, and audio peripherals to the receiver’s corresponding ports. Verify that the display outputs are configured for extended or mirrored dual-monitor operation as required by your workflow.
• Power on both units and verify link status indicators. Configure the host system’s display settings to recognize the two displays and test keyboard, mouse, and USB peripheral functionality to confirm full remote usability.
• Fine-tune performance if needed. Depending on the application, you may adjust display scaling, color calibration, or audio routing to ensure the best possible user experience across the remote workstation.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Vertiv Avocent LongView used for? It is a remote KVM extender designed to extend control of a host computer from a distant workstation, providing dual-monitor support, USB peripheral access, and audio pass-through over CATx cabling up to 100 meters.
• How far can the signal extend? Up to 100 meters (330 feet) over standard CATx copper cabling, enabling flexible layouts in data centers and control rooms.
• Does it support 4K video? Yes, the LongView system supports high-resolution 4K video for dual-monitor setups, ensuring sharp images and accurate detail for demanding tasks.
• What peripherals are supported? USB devices such as keyboards, mice, USB hubs, and audio peripherals can be used at the remote end, providing a seamless user experience as if directly connected to the host.
• Is installation difficult? The LongView is designed for straightforward deployment in enterprise environments, with clear setup steps and scalable architecture that accommodates growing remote-work needs.