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Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO vs Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO vs Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port: the max resolution single display difference
Start with max resolution single display, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO 1920x1200 against Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port 2560x1440, 38% in favour of Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port. There is a split on housing material as well, Metal, 1U rack-mountable on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus Steel on the Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port.
Which should you buy, Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO or Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port?
The Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO suits broadcast and security operations needing rack-mounted, RS232-controllable switching, though it is not the pick for single-desk users who only need to switch between two computers and buyers needing HDMI or DisplayPort instead of DVI/VGA. The same goes for control room and NOC operators managing 4-8 machines across multiple monitors. It is not the one for budget shoppers, since modular head configurations cost more than a fixed 4-port switch. The Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port is the one to take for classified or compliance-driven dual-monitor DVI desks and NIAP PP3.0-certified secure environments, though it is not built for casual home/office use and buyers wanting hotkey/software switching. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO (8/10): A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup. Our rating of the Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port (7.4/10): A PP3.0 NIAP-certified secure dual-head DVI KVM, Tripp Lite's established government/regulated-environment tier.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 4 computers, cascadable to 8 on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO versus 4 computers on the Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port.
Is the Audio Support the same on the Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO and Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- –
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- 5.1/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 4 computers, cascadable to 8
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- 4 computers
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1 displays
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- 2 displays
Switching Method
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Front-panel button, hotkey, RS232 remote
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- Button
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- DVI-I / VGA
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- Mixed
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200 per head-37%
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- 1440pBest
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Desk
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- Desk
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Yes
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- 1920x1200-37%
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- 2560x1440Best
Housing Material
- Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO
- Metal, 1U rack-mountable
- Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
- Steel
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch if you want the higher max resolution (1440p vs 1920x1200 per head) and the higher max resolution single display (2560x1440 vs 1920x1200).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder AdderView PRO AV4PRO | Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Eaton / Tripp Lite | View on Eaton / Tripp Lite | |
| Network Hardwares | View on Network Hardwares |
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 AdderView PRO AV4PRO
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A serious modular KVM built for control rooms that need to scale past 4 computers, overkill for a simple desk setup.
Tripp Lite B002-DV2A4 Secure 4-Port Dual-Head DVI KVM Switch
7.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A PP3.0 NIAP-certified secure dual-head DVI KVM, Tripp Lite's established government/regulated-environment tier.
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