{"product_id":"black-box-km-desktop-switch-8-port-tc-series-acx1008a-hid2","title":"Black Box KM Desktop Switch - 8-Port TC Series","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eBlack Box KM Desktop Switch - 8-Port TC Series\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Box KM Desktop Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for IT professionals and operators managing multiple computers and displays from a single workstation. This 8-port \u003cstrong\u003edesktop switch\u003c\/strong\u003e supports up to two USB-HID devices, enabling seamless keyboard and mouse control across connected systems without constant cable swapping. Perfect for control rooms, trading floors, server environments, and multi-system monitoring stations where operator efficiency and workspace organization are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-port configuration for managing multiple computers simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 2 USB-HID devices (keyboard, mouse, and additional peripherals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle keyboard and mouse control across all connected systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless desktop control with no software installation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact TC Series design optimized for desktop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-key switching between connected computers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play installation for immediate productivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable construction for 24\/7 operational environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBLACK BOX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACX1008A-HID2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTC Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-HID Device Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Peripherals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeyboard, Mouse, USB HID Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot-Key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug-and-Play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesktop Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a KM desktop switch and how does it improve workflow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eKM desktop switch\u003c\/strong\u003e allows operators to control multiple computers using a single keyboard and mouse. This eliminates the need for multiple input devices and reduces desk clutter, significantly improving operator efficiency in multi-system environments like control rooms and server management stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many computers can the Black Box 8-port switch control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 8-port model can manage up to 8 connected computers simultaneously. You can switch between systems instantly using hot-key commands, making it ideal for environments requiring rapid access to multiple machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Black Box KM switch require software installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the Black Box TC Series desktop switch is plug-and-play. Simply connect your keyboard, mouse, and computers to the appropriate ports, and it operates immediately without any driver or software installation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use additional USB devices with this 8-port switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this model supports up to 2 USB-HID devices in addition to your keyboard and mouse, allowing you to connect peripherals like scanners, barcode readers, or other USB HID-compliant devices for comprehensive multi-system control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BLACK BOX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41630733795403,"sku":"ACX1008A-HID2","price":2309.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Black-Box-KM-Desktop-Switch-8-Port-TC-Series.png?v=1788296439","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/black-box-km-desktop-switch-8-port-tc-series-acx1008a-hid2","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}