Matrox Extio F2208 KVM extender

Matrox has unveiled the Extio F2208 KVM extender, a remote graphics solution that separates the operator console (two displays plus five USB 2.0 ports for keyboard, mouse and other HIDs) from the host system by up to 1 km of fibre-optic cable.

The dual-monitor device uses its bus extension technology with a PCIe bus interface card to deliver raw, uncompressed data over the single or multimode cable, enabling users to run applications at up to 2560x1600 per remote monitor.

Designed specifically for process control rooms, dispatch centres and other mission-critical environments, it is an I/O extension that allows the critical parts of the computer be kept in a separate, secure location.

The units join the F2408 quad-display units in offering higher performance, expanded operating system support and increased distance over the first-generation extenders.

Uses benefit from desktop management software and passive cooling for silent operation and reliability, while at the same time eliminating hidden dropped-frame issues experienced with compression-based KVM extensions.