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Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD Video Console/ExtenderMeet Gefen EXT CAT5 1600HD, a high performance KVM extender engineered to simplify control of a computer system from a remote location. This compact, reliable solution extends both DVI video signals and USB 2. 0 peripherals over two CAT 5e or CAT6 cables, enabling seamless access, management, and operation in conference rooms, control centers, classrooms, or any environment that benefits from centralized computing. With a dedicated Receiver unit that
Meet Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD, a high-performance KVM extender engineered to simplify control of a computer system from a remote location. This compact, reliable solution extends both DVI video signals and USB 2.0 peripherals over two CAT-5e or CAT6 cables, enabling seamless access, management, and operation in conference rooms, control centers, classrooms, or any environment that benefits from centralized computing. With a dedicated Receiver unit that includes a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub, you can connect keyboards, mice, flash drives, printers, and other USB devices at the remote site without sacrificing performance or security. The EXT-CAT5-1600HD is designed for straightforward installation, minimizes latency, and preserves the integrity of multimedia content, making it ideal for professional AV setups, IT labs, and remote administration tasks.
- Extend DVI video and USB 2.0 peripherals across two CAT-5e/6 cables for flexible, long-distance control without compromising signal quality or response time.
- Receiver unit features a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub, enabling shared peripheral access at the remote location while keeping the host PC and peripherals in sync.
- KVM-style access and control give you complete computer management from a distant workstation, reducing on-site visits and simplifying centralized IT administration.
- Plug-and-play design with minimal configuration requirements, designed to integrate smoothly into existing networks and AV installations with standard cabling.
- Compact, rack-friendly form factor and robust construction make the EXT-CAT5-1600HD suitable for professional environments where space and reliability matter.
Technical Details of Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD Video Console/Extender
Technical specifications can vary by SKU and are published by Gefen and its distribution partners. For exact figures, consult the product specifications on the vendor page using the appropriate UPC or SKU reference. In general, the Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD is designed to:
- Extend DVI video signals and USB 2.0 peripherals over two CAT-5e or CAT-6 cables, enabling a remote console to interact with a host computer as if it were directly connected.
- Provide a Receiver unit that includes a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub to support a range of USB devices at the remote site without additional hubs or adapters.
- Support KVM-style control, allowing keyboard, video, and mouse inputs to be transmitted to and from the host computer with low latency and high fidelity.
- Operate in a plug-and-play configuration, minimizing the need for software installation or complex network setup, and offering straightforward integration into existing AV or IT workflows.
- Offer a compact, durable design suitable for deployment in professional environments such as boardrooms, control rooms, classrooms, and data centers where reliable remote access is essential.
How to install Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD Video Console/Extender
Follow these general steps to set up the Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD, ensuring each end of the chain is correctly connected and powered as required by your installation guidelines. Always refer to the official setup guide provided with your unit for model-specific instructions and safety recommendations.
- Position the Transmitter (TX) near the host computer and connect the computer’s DVI video output to the TX’s DVI input. Attach the USB devices you intend to use at the host side to the TX or pass through to the USB ports on the TX, depending on your configuration.
- Connect the Receiver (RX) to the remote console area by linking the RX’s DVI output to the display and connecting any USB devices you want available at the remote site to the RX’s USB hub or directly to the host via the hub, as your layout requires.
- Run two CAT-5e or CAT-6 cables between the TX and RX units. Ensure the cables are properly terminated with appropriate connectors and are free of kinks or damage to prevent interference.
- Power both units if required by your configuration. Some models can operate on USB or external power adapters; use the power source recommended by Gefen for your specific SKU.
- Power on the host computer first, then the TX and RX units. Verify that the remote display receives a stable video signal and that USB peripherals connected at the RX hub are recognized by the host computer.
- Test keyboard, mouse, and any other USB devices used at the remote site to confirm timely input response and reliable device operation. If you encounter latency or signal degradation, check cable quality, cable length, and connector seating.
- Fine-tune display settings (resolution, refresh rate) on the host and remote displays to ensure optimal image quality and user experience. If you require multiple displays or higher resolutions, consider verifying compatibility and bandwidth requirements for your specific setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD do? It extends DVI video and USB 2.0 peripherals from a host computer to a remote console over two CAT-5e/6 cables, allowing full control of the computer from the remote location with an integrated USB hub on the Receiver.
- What cables are required? Two CAT-5e or CAT-6 cables are used to connect the Transmitter and Receiver; these cables carry both video and USB signals between locations.
- Do I need software to use this extender? No software installation is typically required. The device is designed for plug-and-play operation, making it easy to deploy in most standard IT or AV environments.
- Can I connect USB devices at the remote site? Yes. The Receiver includes a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub, enabling peripheral sharing (such as keyboards, mice, printers, or flash drives) at the remote console.
- What resolutions are supported? The extender is designed for high-definition DVI transmission over CAT cables and is optimized for common HD and UXGA/WSXGA display resolutions. Exact supported resolutions depend on the specific SKU and cabling, so consult the official specifications for precise numbers.
- Is power required? Some configurations may require external power for the transmitter, receiver, or both, while others rely on bus power. Refer to the product manual for the exact power requirements for your SKU.
- Where should I install it? This extender is suitable for conference rooms, control rooms, classrooms, data centers, and other professional environments where centralized computer access and streamlined peripheral sharing are valuable.
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★★★★★ 3
Does the job, but assembling by yourself is a nightmare
Size: 4 Panel-88'', Color: Black
Does it do the job? Yes, although as others said there are small gaps but it's not a huge deal. The price is also good. But the reason I'm giving it a 3/5 is simply because the assembly for this was a complete nightmare. I honestly don't think I would recommend this to anyone unless they have another person to help them assemble it, because doing it by myself was terrible. I don't think I'd buy this again, I think I'd opt to just spend a bit more money and save myself the trouble personally.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Reasonably adequate room divider
Size: 4 Panel-88'', Color: Beige
I'm reviewing this as I assemble it.
Couple things:
1. I didn't expect as much assembly. I've ordered dividers before and they more-or-less came as one unit. Sometimes the panels needed screwing together. These require complete assembly and come largely as three rods: two make up vertical columns and snap together. Another one (called part "C") makes the horizontal columns and you have two of these per panel (one attaches to part "A" and the other part "B"). These parts are metal with a plastic shim. Using the wood screws to attach to part "C" is a real pain in the neck. There's not much holding the panel in place so it's a little tricky.
One tactic I've found while I'm assembling that works for the initial connections from parts A and B to their respective "C" rods is to hold the screw in place with a screw driver and then rotating the rod around the screw. This will do a number on your hands if you aren't wearing gloves. This obviously doesn't work when completing the connection.
Using a driller driver on this is really near impossible because there isn't anything you can use to secure it in place. You can use it on the first panel, but as it gets longer, it becomes increasingly difficult and because it isn't wood, it's really tight. I considered drilling larger pilot holes but since there are only 4x4=16 screws I need to screw in, I just decided to use my screw driver to complete it.
2. Also related to assembly. When completing the panels (attaching parts "A" and "B" to parts "C" that have the cloth cover on it), you have to be careful that when you tighten that side that it isn't loosening the other side. Because the pilot holes are so tight, you can end up rotating the rod, which rotates it in the same direction as looser on the original side. Having someone hold the "C" rod in place while you screw it in is probably the easiest approach. I didn't have a 2nd person, so I just had to keep flipping back and forth and tightening both sides as I screwed it in. Not the worlds biggest deal, but annoying nonetheless.
3. The way the instructions are written, they seem to suggest building this thing progressively; that is, you do panel 1, then 2, connect them together, then do 3 and connect it, etc. I took a different route that I suspect saved me quite a bit of trouble, and I assembled all four panels first and THEN connected everything together.
4. For the love of God make sure you check that the plastic tip is on the same side for every panel. Otherwise, you have to take one side apart again and reverse it. On the bright side, if this happens, you've essentially bored out the pilot holes to be the correct size... which is having me question if I shouldn't have just bored them out to the appropriate width in the first place.
5. Attaching all of the panels together is also an enormous pain in the ass unless you happen to have an 88" long elevated surface. Attaching the legs either requires you to elevate one side, which will invariably twist the inexplicably cheap material in the bottom connectors... or you can attach them sideways... or you can put this thing upright, having two people hold the panels in place while you use the allen wrench to tighten the bolts on the underside. None of those are particularly great options.
NOW on to the utility itself.
1. The panels do let some light through (I didn't believe their advertising, and that was one of the reasons that I bought beige, is that I wanted it to not be too dark). They aren't transparent though, so it isn't that far off from their description. They functionally work great, and keep the mess of wires hidden and when I'm sitting at my desk, actually reflect quite a bit of light into my office. Great!
2. My wife has described these as "the most hideous piece of furniture ever conceived of by man." So it does not have spouse approval factor. Granted, she will seldom be in my office area, so that isn't the end of the world.
3. These are really hard to align in a way that doesn't look a little tacky. There are some plastic connectors but they don't do a bang up job of keeping these in place. Each panel is slightly tilted and it's... quite obvious. I may at some point make my own improvements to these to help make them more level. It's not a particularly expensive product so I wasn't expecting much so it's fine and I'm not going to ding them on the rating because of it.
All said, would I buy this product again? Probably not. It's assembly was ~90 minutes which is about 75 minutes longer than I was anticipating spending on this (not including the 5 minute writeup that I'm doing here). But am I going to return it? Also no, if for no other reason I'd be just as annoyed taking it apart and putting it in the original box to return it.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Great product
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
Literally exactly what I was needing
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Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
It's good...
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88'', Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
It's good....took about 45 minutes to put together. No issues. Looks great...made the wife happy....
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Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Durable non see through fabric
Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88'', Color: Black, Size: 4 Panel-88''
This room divider is exactly what I need. It is very durable and easy to move around. You can’t see through the fabric. I love it. My reason for purchasing this divider is to use as a divider and as a backdrop holder. And it serves both purposes perfectly. It looks much better in person than on camera. It did have the spots on one side on all of them but in a few days they went away. It foldaway and tucked away easily.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2025
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