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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 computers supported compared
Computers supported is the dividing line, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1 computers against Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 4 computers. Displays per computer is not the same on both, 1 displays on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2 displays on the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740. There is a split on kvm segment as well, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus Secure on the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740.
Who each one is for
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P suits enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not built 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. Avoid it for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. The Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 is the one to take for government and defense desks needing entry-tier NIAP-certified isolation and IT teams standardizing on Vertiv's SC700 security platform, though it is the wrong buy for desks needing HDMI instead of DisplayPort (see the SC945H) and anyone wanting audio switching. It also earns its place with 4-computer secure setups on a tighter budget than the SC900 series. 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. Our rating of the Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 (7/10): A solid entry point into certified secure KVM switching for a standard 4-computer desk.
What Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 have in common
Everything else lines up. Audio support, video standard, video connector and video interface version read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- –
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 SC740
- Avocent
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- 4 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- SC740
Displays Per Computer
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 displays
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- 2 displays
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- DVI
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- Secure
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- Yes
Video Connector
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- DVI
Video Interface Version
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740
- DVI
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Vertiv (Avocent) Avocent SC740 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing |
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 SC740
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid entry point into certified secure KVM switching for a standard 4-computer desk.
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