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Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K: Comparison

What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?

The gap that matters here is max resolution single display: Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS 1600x1200 against Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K 3840x2160, which puts Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K 77% ahead.

Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS vs Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K: which one fits your build

Buy the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS for branch offices needing remote BIOS-level access to one critical server, though it is not built for local desk switching between multiple co-located computers. The same goes for labs with a single piece of isolated equipment requiring occasional remote troubleshooting. It is the wrong buy for data centers managing more than one remote server (see the Dominion KX III or KSX II). The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K is the one to take for multi-agency analyst desks needing 4 isolated networks with 4K video and government facilities requiring smart card auth across all connected networks, though it is not the pick for two-network desks (the RSS-102C4K is cheaper) and budget-constrained deployments not needing smart card support (see RSS-1044K). Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS (7/10): A focused, affordable way to get true remote BIOS-level access to one critical server without a full IP KVM matrix. Our rating of the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K (9.1/10): A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS or Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?

The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K asks 86% more, $1,114 against $599 for the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K differ on computers supported?

Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS versus 4 computers on the Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K.

Is the Displays Per Computer the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS and Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?

It is. Both are listed at 1 displays, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS or Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K?

The Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K asks 86% more, $1,114 against $599 for the Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    –
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    6.5/10

    These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    Adder
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Raritan
  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1 computers
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    4 computers
  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    IPEPS
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    RSS-104C4K
  • Displays Per Computer

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1 displays
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    1 displays
  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    IP-based remote access (single-computer KVM over IP)
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Push-button secure isolation switch with tamper-evident labels, no IP/network path
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    VGA
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    DVI, HDMI, VGA
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1600x1200-77%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA)Best
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    KVM over IP
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Secure
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1600x1200-77%
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    3840x2160Best
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    599.40 USD
    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    1114.00 USD

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K if you want the higher max resolution (4K@30Hz (DVI/HDMI); 1920x1200 (VGA) vs 1600x1200) and the higher max resolution single display (3840x2160 vs 1600x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPSRaritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K
    Amazon

    $599.40

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    Consumercarts listing

    $1,114.00

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    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.

    Verdict

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A focused, affordable way to get true remote BIOS-level access to one critical server without a full IP KVM matrix.

    Raritan Secure Switch RSS-104C4K

    9.1 / 10 Expert Rating

    A top-tier certified secure KVM for multi-network analyst desks needing 4K, audio and smart card support at once.

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