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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220: Comparison

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 usb hub ports compared

Usb hub ports is where these two genuinely part company, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 2 against Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 1, a 50% lead for Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P.

Who each one is for

Buy the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P for enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not the pick for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. The same goes for buyers wanting a complete matched transmitter/receiver pair rather than individual nodes. It is not the one for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. The Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 suits single-user secure desks needing certified isolation between exactly two networks and government/defense analysts who only manage two classified systems, though it is not built for non-secure environments where certification adds unnecessary cost and anyone wanting audio switching. It also earns its place with buyers who don't need the higher port count of the SC740/SC780. Avoid it for desks needing more than two computers (see the SC740 or SC780). Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P (7/10): A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.

Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 price

At the last price check the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 was $546 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P $3,051, a 459% premium.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 differ on audio support?

Yes. Audio Support reads Yes on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus No on the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220.

Is the Max Resolution Single Display the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220?

It is. Both are listed at 1920x1200, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Capability Score

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    6.8/10
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    3.6/10

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

  • Brand

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Adder
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    Avocent (Cybex)
  • Computers Supported

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1 computers
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    2 computers
  • Model Number

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    ALIF1002P
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    SV220
  • Video Standard

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    DVI
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    DisplayPort
  • Max Resolution

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200 @ 60Hz
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    1920x1200
  • USB Hub Ports

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    2Best
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    1-50%
  • KVM Segment

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Extender
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    Secure
  • Audio Support

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    Yes
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    No
  • Max Resolution Single Display

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    1920x1200
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    1920x1200
  • Price

    Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
    3051.40 USD
    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    546.00 USD

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 1).

    Choose Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAdder Technology Adder ALIF1002PVertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220
    Consumercarts listing

    $3,051.40

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    $546.00

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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 ALIF1002P

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.

    Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent Cybex SV220

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    The right-sized certified secure switch for a single-user, two-network desk.

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