What are Cat5 switches?
Cat5 KVM switches use Cat5 (or Cat5e, or Cat6) cables instead of conventional KVM cables. Depending on the model, Cat5 cables are typically used to connect the computers and the user stations to the KVM switch. Connection to the computers requires a Cat5 interface module called Computer Interface Module (CIM) or Server Interface Module (SIM), or Specter — one for each attached computer. The use of Cat5 cables typically allows for much higher density switches (significantly more ports per KVM switch), significantly reduce cable clutter at the rack, and provide for better management.
