Eaton B055-001-USB-V2 – NetDirector USB Server Interface Unit

Product Overview

The Eaton B055-001-USB-V2 NetDirector USB server interface unit links a USB server to a B064-IPG series NetDirector KVM switch over standard Cat5e/6 cabling, giving integrators a compact alternative to bulky KVM cable kits. Built for rack-mount server cabinets and data center rows where cable density is a concern, this USB KVM interface unit preserves full virtual media functionality between the server and the switch. It is a practical fit for any commercial-grade KVM deployment already standardized on Cat5e/6 infrastructure.

Product Description

This USB server interface unit is designed to work exclusively with Tripp Lite by Eaton B064-IPG series NetDirector KVM switches, extending a single server's USB and video signals over Cat5e or Cat6 cabling instead of proprietary combo cables. Because virtual media pass-through is preserved end to end, IT staff can mount ISOs, USB drives, and remote images to the connected server just as they would with a direct local connection. In dense server cabinets and network closets, replacing thick KVM cable bundles with slim Cat5e/6 runs frees up rack space and improves airflow around adjacent equipment. The unit installs at the server end of the run, with a matching interface or the KVM switch itself terminating the cable at the other end. This approach also simplifies moves, adds, and changes, since standard network cabling is far easier to route through cable trays and floor boxes than legacy KVM cable kits. For data centers and server rooms managing dozens of connected systems, standardizing on Cat5e/6-based KVM extension keeps cabling organized and reduces troubleshooting time. The B055-001-USB-V2 is a targeted, single-purpose accessory rather than a switch itself, so it is best specified alongside an existing or planned B064-IPG series deployment. It ships ready to install with no software configuration required beyond physical connection.

Key Features

• Virtual Media Support — Preserves full virtual media functionality between the connected server and the B064-IPG series KVM switch.
• Cat5e/6 Connectivity — Uses standard network cabling instead of bulky proprietary KVM cable kits, saving rack and cable-tray space.
• Purpose-Built Compatibility — Engineered specifically to interface with B064-IPG series NetDirector KVM switches for reliable operation.
• Simplified Cable Management — Reduces cable bulk in server cabinets, improving airflow and making moves, adds, and changes easier.

Technical Specifications