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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Raritan SS4-104-DUAL: Comparison
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Raritan SS4-104-DUAL usb hub ports compared
There is no decisive spec gap here. Usb hub ports splits them by a margin most buyers will never feel, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 2 against Raritan SS4-104-DUAL 0. There is a split on kvm segment as well, Extender on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus Secure on the Raritan SS4-104-DUAL.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs Raritan SS4-104-DUAL: which one fits your build
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 the wrong buy for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. It also earns its place with 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. Buy the Raritan SS4-104-DUAL for classified analyst workstations needing two isolated monitors per source and government facilities requiring NIAP PP4.0 dual-head secure switching, though it is not built for single-monitor secure desks (the RSS4-104 is cheaper) and commercial desks with no certification requirement. 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 Raritan SS4-104-DUAL (8.7/10): the dual-monitor answer for secure analyst workstations, with the same rigorous per-channel isolation as Raritan's single-head model.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or Raritan SS4-104-DUAL?
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P asks 130% more, $3,051 against $1,328 for the Raritan SS4-104-DUAL.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Raritan SS4-104-DUAL differ on audio support?
Yes. Audio Support reads Yes on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus No on the Raritan SS4-104-DUAL.
Is the Max Resolution Single Display the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and Raritan SS4-104-DUAL?
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
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 7.3/10
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
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- Raritan
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 4 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- SS4-104-DUAL
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- DisplayPort / HDMI / VGA (selectable, dual-head)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 1920x1200@60Hz per head
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2Best
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 0
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- Secure
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- No
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 1920x1200
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 60 Hz
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
- 1328.19 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 0).
Choose Raritan SS4-104-DUAL if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | Raritan SS4-104-DUAL |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $1,328.19 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.
Raritan SS4-104-DUAL
8.7 / 10 Expert Rating
The dual-monitor answer for secure analyst workstations, with the same rigorous per-channel isolation as Raritan's single-head model.
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