The USB crash cart adapter gives you control of a headless system, turning your laptop into a portable crash cart for rack servers, PCs, ATMs, kiosks, and more.
Instant System Access
Simply connect the laptop crash cart adapter to your computer using the included USB cable, then connect the integrated USB and VGA cables to your server for instant BIOS-level control. With no server-side software required, you can be up and running instantly.
*Please note that the mouse function may be limited in some BIOS/UEFI environments

Troubleshoot More Efficiently
With the flexible software interface, you can transfer files from your laptop to the server, capture videos for records or instructional purposes, take screenshots, and scale the display window to full screen mode or smaller, with no scroll bars, helping you to troubleshoot faster.
Self-Powered Reliability
Powered from the server-side USB connection, the KVM adapter doesn’t require an AC outlet, so you can connect to any PC or device that has a VGA and USB port, even if there’s no power outlet available.
Take It Anywhere
This pocket-sized adapter features a compact design that easily fits inside your laptop bag and requires no additional accessories to connect, eliminating the need to lug around a large, awkward traditional crash cart to troubleshoot and service your systems.
StarTech.com offers a wide selection of high-quality KVM-related products to help you access your systems more efficiently without the expense and clutter of extra keyboards, mice, and monitors.
Applications
- ATM and VLT maintenance and repair
- Mobile systems and server repair
š§¾ Product Compatibility & Technical Specifications
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Operating System Compatibility
Windows OS |
macOS Versions |
Linux |
Windows 11 |
macOS Sequoia (15.0) |
Linux Kernel 2.6+ (LTS only) |
Windows 10 |
macOS Sonoma (14.0) |
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Windows 8 |
macOS Ventura (13.0) |
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Windows 7 |
macOS Monterey (12.0) |
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Windows XP, Vista |
macOS Big Sur (11.0) |
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Windows Server 2022 |
macOS Catalina (10.15) |
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Windows Server 2019 |
macOS Mojave (10.14) |
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Windows Server 2016 |
macOS High Sierra (10.13) |
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Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 |
macOS Sierra (10.12) |
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Windows Server 2008 R2 |
OS X El Capitan (10.11) |
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š Connector Details
Console Interface
Type |
Details |
USB Mini-B |
1 Ć 5-pin |
Host Connectors
Type |
Details |
USB 2.0 Type-A |
1 Ć 4-pin (480Mbps) |
VGA |
1 Ć 15-pin High-Density D-Sub |
š”ļø Environmental Specifications
Condition |
Range |
Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Humidity |
Up to 80% RH |
āļø Hardware Features
Attribute |
Specification |
Audio Support |
No |
KVM Ports |
1 |
PC Interface |
USB, PS/2 |
PC Video Type |
VGA |
Monitor Support |
1 |
Rack-Mountable |
No |
Cables Included |
Yes |
Daisy-Chain Support |
No |
š” LED Indicators
Indicator Function |
Description |
USB Link |
1 Ć Console/USB Link LED |
Host Video (VGA) Link |
1 Ć VGA Signal LED |
Host Keyboard/Mouse Link (USB) |
1 Ć KM Link LED |
š¦ Packaging Details
Attribute |
Measurement |
Package Height |
2.2 in [5.5 cm] |
Package Length |
11.9 in [30.1 cm] |
Package Width |
6.5 in [16.5 cm] |
Shipping Weight |
12.6 oz [358.0 g] |
Package Quantity |
1 |
š§Ŗ Performance Specifications
Feature |
Details |
On-Screen Display (OSD) |
No |
IP Control |
No |
Hot-Key Support |
No |
Max Analog Resolution |
1920 Ć 1200 @ 60Hz |
Maximum Users |
1 |
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) |
909,000 Hours |
š Physical Characteristics
Attribute |
Measurement |
Color |
Black |
Material |
Plastic |
Product Height |
0.6 in [1.5 cm] |
Product Width |
2.9 in [7.4 cm] |
Product Depth |
4.5 in [115 mm] |
Product Length |
5.2 in [13.3 cm] |
Weight |
6.0 oz [170.0 g] |
Cable Lengths
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1 Ć USB Host Cable: 15 in (385 mm)
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1 Ć VGA Host Cable: 11 in (290 mm)
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1 Ć USB Console Cable: 6 ft (1.8 m)
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Integrated Cable: 16.4 in [416 mm]
š Power Specifications
Power Source |
USB-Powered |
Input Voltage |
5V DC |
Output Voltage |
5V DC |
š» Operating System Support
Platform |
Details |
WindowsĀ® |
XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 |
Windows ServerĀ® |
2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022 |
macOS |
10.9 to 10.15, 11.0 (Big Sur), 12.0 (Monterey), 13.0 (Ventura), 14.0, 15.0 (Sequoia) |
Linux |
2.6 and up ā LTS versions only |
ā ļø Special Notes
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For Linux, only standard U.S. QWERTY keyboards are supported.
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Mouse functions may be limited or unavailable in BIOS/UEFI environments.
š¦ Package Contents
Included Items |
1 Ć USB Crash Cart Adapter |
1 Ć USB A to Mini-B Cable |
1 Ć USB to PS/2 Adapter |
š Note: Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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