KVM adapter HP Enterprise 396633-001-RFB USB ITFC, USB interface for KVM integration

The KVM adapter HP Enterprise 396633-001-RFB USB ITFC provides a USB interface designed to integrate compatible HP Enterprise equipment with KVM switches and management consoles. It routes keyboard, video and mouse signals through an existing KVM setup to enable centralised access to servers and rack-mounted devices. The adapter is intended for use in data centre rack environments and remote server management workflows where reliable USB-based KVM connectivity is required.

Advantages

The adapter supports standard USB connections for keyboard and mouse signaling, enabling seamless interaction with KVM switches without modifying the connected host. It reduces the number of direct console connections to individual servers by consolidating control through a single KVM infrastructure. The module is compact and suitable for dense rack deployments, helping to maintain tidy cabling and predictable device access. Compatibility with HP Enterprise systems ensures straightforward integration into existing management ecosystems.

Suitable for

• Centralised server access and management in data centres
• Remote administration of rack-mounted HP Enterprise servers
• IT maintenance and troubleshooting tasks that require keyboard/video/mouse control
• Integrating servers into KVM switch topologies for multi-server control

Key specifications

• Interface type: USB for keyboard and mouse signal transmission
• Function: KVM integration adapter for keyboard, video and mouse routing
• Form factor: compact module suitable for rack environments
• Compatibility: designed for use with compatible HP Enterprise systems and KVM switches
• Installation: plug-in USB connectivity to host and KVM cabling to management consoles

How to use

Connect the adapter’s USB interface to the host server’s USB port and route the other end to the KVM switch or management console according to the KVM system documentation. Ensure the connected KVM switch and host are powered and recognised by the management console. No special software is required for basic keyboard and mouse redirection; follow standard KVM setup procedures to map console inputs and to verify video output and peripheral control.

Usage recommendations

Use shielded USB cables and proper rack cable management to minimise signal interference and to keep access predictable. Verify firmware and KVM switch compatibility before deployment and perform an initial test on a non-critical server to confirm correct routing of keyboard, video and mouse signals.