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PiKVM Open Inexpensive | An Introduction

PiKVM can be described as an open-source project. It offers an inexpensive Keyboard, Video, and Mouse solution via Raspberry Pi. Furthermore, it allows us to remotely access as well as control computers or servers through a web interface.

In order to set up a PiKVM, we need the following components:

• Raspberry Pi
• MicroSD Card
• HDMI to CSI-2 Bridge
• USB to TTL Serial Cable
• Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor

Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of PiKVM

• Pros:
  • Affordable
  • All-in-one solution
  • Several impressive features
  • Support for external antennas and additional LTE modules
  • Dual HDMI outputs
  • USB 3.0 port for increased connectivity and compatibility
  • Meticulously crafted steel cases, light pipes
  • User-friendly web-based interface
• Cons:
  • Limited RAM and storage capacity
  • The product line is Raspberry Pi-based
  • Customization options may not be useful for all users

Did you know that we can install PiKVM on our own Raspberry Pi device? In fact, the PiKVM project encourages users to build their own DIY KVM setups. All the software and hardware design files are available on the PiKVM GitHub page. We can easily download and install them on our own Raspberry Pi.

To install PiKVM, we have to download the PiKVM SD image from the website and flash it onto an SD card. Next, we have to connect our Raspberry Pi to an HDMI monitor, keyboard, mouse, and network. After everything is connected, we have to boot up the device and access the web-based dashboard from any computer on the same network.

After that we can you can customize the device settings as per our needs from the dashboard.

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Conclusion

To conclude, our Support Techs introduced us to the open and inexpensive PiKVM.