KVM Serial Interface Adapter Avocent MPUIQ-SRL — RJ-45 + Serial to RJ-45, Black, 210×35×20 mm

Avocent MPUIQ-SRL is a compact KVM serial interface adapter that combines an RJ-45 plus serial connector to RJ-45 connectivity in a slim black housing. Sized at 210 × 35 × 20 mm and weighing 91 g, this adapter is intended for integration with KVM over IP systems and serial management ports to provide reliable console access and remote control of servers and network devices. It is compatible with MergePoint Unity KVM switches and is used to extend serial management connections over standard CAT5 cabling.

Advantages

The adapter provides a straightforward physical interface between serial server ports and KVM switches, enabling console-level access without additional bulky hardware. Its compact form factor and standard RJ-45 termination simplify installation in server racks and network cabinets. The black finish and low weight make it unobtrusive when multiple adapters are deployed. Using common CAT5 cabling reduces wiring complexity and allows one adapter per server for clear device mapping.

Suitable for

• Connecting servers with serial management ports to MergePoint Unity or compatible KVM over IP switches
• Remote console access in data centers and server rooms
• Serial device management in network cabinets and equipment racks
• Environments where CAT5 cabling is used to aggregate serial connections

Key specifications

• Connector type: RJ-45 plus serial to RJ-45 interface
• Compatibility: Designed for use with MergePoint Unity KVM switches and KVM over IP systems
• Dimensions: 210 × 35 × 20 mm
• Weight: 0.091 kg
• Colour: Black
• Cabling: Works with standard CAT5 network cabling for connection to KVM switches

How to use

Connect the serial end of the Avocent MPUIQ-SRL to the server or device serial management port and plug the RJ-45 termination into the corresponding port on the MergePoint Unity or compatible KVM switch using CAT5 cable. Ensure the KVM switch and connected devices are powered off or follow hot-plug guidelines from your hardware vendor when making connections. Once physically connected, configure the KVM switch to recognise the serial console connection and access the server console through the switch's management interface.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, use quality CAT5 or better UTP cable and maintain proper cable lengths according to network and serial distance guidelines. Label each adapter and its cabling to match rack and port assignments for easier maintenance. Follow MergePoint Unity and server vendor documentation for serial port settings (baud rate, parity, stop bits) to ensure correct console communication.