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Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS vs SmartAVI SKM-08S: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS and SmartAVI SKM-08S separate most on port count: Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS at 1, SmartAVI SKM-08S at 8, 88% in favor of SmartAVI SKM-08S. SmartAVI SKM-08S also has the higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1600x1200).

Pick the SmartAVI SKM-08S if that matters to you: higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1600x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display. Match the switch's video ports to your monitor's inputs to avoid adapters.

Which is better, Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS or SmartAVI SKM-08S?

On paper, SmartAVI SKM-08S has the edge on port count, at 8 vs Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS at 1.

What is the main difference between Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS and SmartAVI SKM-08S?

The SmartAVI SKM-08S is the stronger choice on paper: it has higher maximum resolution (1920x1440 vs 1600x1200), so it can pass through a sharper or faster display.

Adder AdderLink IPEPS (IPEPS) (1 Server / IP-Based Remote KVM over IP / Single-Port Extender)
AdderAdder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS

$599.40

Amazon

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SmartAVI SKM-08S (8 Computers / VGA-USB Rack-Mount KVM Switch)
SmartAVISmartAVI SKM-08S

Specs and benchmarks

  • Port Count

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1-87%
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    8

  • Switching Method

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    IP-based remote access (single-computer KVM over IP)
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    Front-panel pushbutton, hotkey, RS-232 serial control

  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    VGA
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    VGA

  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1600x1200-31%
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    1920x1440Best

  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    KVM over IP
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    Rack

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    Adder
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    SmartAVI

  • Model

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    IPEPS
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    SKM-08S

  • Max Resolution Per Display

    Adder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPS
    1600x1200-31%
    SmartAVI SKM-08S
    1920x1440Best

    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 SmartAVI SKM-08S if you want the higher port count (8 vs 1), the higher max resolution (1920x1440 vs 1600x1200) and the higher max resolution per display (1920x1440 vs 1600x1200).

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder AdderLink IPEPSSmartAVI SKM-08S
    Amazon

    $599.40

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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.

    SmartAVI SKM-08S

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A capable 8-port VGA rack switch whose RS-232 scripting sets it apart from basic pushbutton competitors.

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