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Raritan Dominion KX III 1U rackmount KVM-over-IP switch
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Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832

Expert rating9 / 10

Port Count:
32 servers
Concurrent Users:
8
Video Standard:
DVI/HDMI/DP/VGA via CIM
Price:
$11

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Manufacturer: Raritan Last updated: 2026-09-12

Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 (8-User / 32-Port KVM-over-IP Switch) Review

Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 32-port 8-user KVM-over-IP switch, maximum concurrency high-density enterprise remote KVM, DVI HDMI DisplayPort VGA, virtual media, NOC KVM

The maximum concurrency Raritan offers on this port count: 8 independent admin sessions across 32 servers. Built for large NOCs and MSPs where a whole shift can be logged into the same rack simultaneously without ever queuing for a console.

Maximum Practical Concurrency

Eight concurrent sessions is the ceiling across the entire Dominion KX III range shown here — this model reaches it at a real-world 32-port density rather than the smaller DKX3-808's 8 ports.

MSP and Large NOC Fit

Managed service providers running a shared rack for multiple client engagements, or large internal NOCs with a full overnight and day shift, are the primary buyers — the 8-user ceiling matches typical shift-overlap headcounts.

Comparison to Alternatives

The DKX3-464 offers double the ports (64) but only 4-user concurrency for roughly $760 more — choose based on whether density or concurrency matters more. If 8-user access isn't needed, the DKX3G2-432 covers the same 32 ports at 4 users for about $2,130 less. The DKX3-808 covers the same 8-user ceiling at just 8 ports if the rack is much smaller.

Specifications

Design

Port Count32
Switching MethodKVM-over-IP appliance, up to 8 concurrent remote/local users (Gen 1 chassis)

Video & Features

Video StandardDVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA (via Raritan D2CIM/DCIM computer interface modules)
Max Resolution1920x1200 (WUXGA) / 1080p60
USB Hub Ports2
Audio SupportYes

In the box and price

Price11338.54 USD
BrandRaritan
ModelDKX3-832
Remote Users8 concurrent
Local ConsoleDedicated local port included
Rack Height1U
List Price$11,622.00

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating9 / 10

The best-balanced high-concurrency, high-density Dominion KX III model for large NOCs and MSPs.

Best for

  • Large NOCs running full overlapping shifts on a 32-server rack
  • MSPs sharing one rack across multiple simultaneous client sessions
  • Enterprises consolidating several smaller multi-user KVMs into one appliance

Not for

  • Small racks under 16 servers (a G2 model is far cheaper)
  • Teams needing more than 32 ports at this concurrency (see the DKX3-464)
  • Classified/Tempest-certified environments

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 (8-User / 32-Port KVM-over-IP Switch)?

The Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 (8-User / 32-Port KVM-over-IP Switch) is a KVM switch from Raritan. Key specs: Port Count 32 target servers, Switching Method KVM-over-IP appliance, up to 8 concurrent remote/local users (Gen 1 chassis), Video Standard DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA (via Raritan D2CIM/DCIM computer interface modules), Max Resolution 1920x1200 (WUXGA) / 1080p60, USB Hub Ports 2 (front-panel USB 2.0, plus per-target virtual media/smart card via CIM).

Who is the Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 (8-User / 32-Port KVM-over-IP Switch) best suited to?

It suits large nocs running full overlapping shifts on a 32-server rack, msps sharing one rack across multiple simultaneous client sessions, enterprises consolidating several smaller multi-user kvms into one appliance.

What are the drawbacks of the Raritan Dominion KX III DKX3-832 (8-User / 32-Port KVM-over-IP Switch)?

It is a poor fit for small racks under 16 servers (a g2 model is far cheaper), teams needing more than 32 ports at this concurrency (see the dkx3-464), classified/tempest-certified environments.

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