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Adder AdderLink IPEPS vs SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S: Comparison

Adder AdderLink IPEPS and SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S differ on switching method: Adder AdderLink IPEPS at IP-based remote access (single-computer KVM over IP), SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S at Push-button, hotkey and OSD menu local desktop switching. On price, SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S sits at $544.68 against $599.40 for Adder AdderLink IPEPS.

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

$599.40

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SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S (8-Port DVI-D KVM with USB Sharing)
SmartAVISmartAVI SM-DVN-8S

$544.68

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Specs

Specification
Adder AdderLink IPEPS (IPEPS) (1 Server / IP-Based Remote KVM over IP / Single-Port Extender)
Adder AdderLink IPEPS
SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S (8-Port DVI-D KVM with USB Sharing)
SmartAVI SM-DVN-8S
Port Count18 computers, 1 console
Switching MethodIP-based remote access (single-computer KVM over IP)Push-button, hotkey and OSD menu local desktop switching
Video StandardVGADVI-D (digital only)
Max Resolution1600x12001920x1200
Price599.40544.68
BrandAdderSmartAVI
ModelIPEPSSM-DVN-8S

Price comparison

RetailerAdder AdderLink IPEPSSmartAVI SM-DVN-8S
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$599.40

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$544.68

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Verdict

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 SM-DVN-8S

8 / 10 Expert Rating

A capable, affordable 8-port desktop KVM with a genuinely useful OSD menu, let down only by the lack of audio switching.

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