PiKVM V4

Open and inexpensive KVM on Raspberry Pi

PiKVM: PiKVM V4 Mini
Board version: Compute Module 4 (CM4102000), (Lite, WiFi, Bluetooth)
Memory: 2 GB
OS images for PiKVM: latest
Installation requirements: PiKVM V4 Mini box kit
Any reliable HDMI cable
Site: https://pikvm.org
https://docs.pikvm.org
https://github.com/pikvm/pikvm


The whole product line of PiKVM V4 shares several common features:

  • All PiKVM V4 devices come as a complete product, equipped with all you need out of the box; a power supply, USB & Ethernet cables, and even PCI brackets to install the ATX board into an ATX or mini ITX computer/server cases.
  • The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 is allowing us to raise the bar to an industrial-grade level. All PiKVM V4 devices are CE Certified.
  • Improved WiFi connectivity with a port for an optional external antenna
  • 1920x1080@60Hz & 1920x1200@60Hz resolution support for increased UEFI/BIOS compatibility
  • New steel cases, light pipes, location beacon, SD card access protection, and a Kensington security slot.


PiKVM V4 Mini


Small, cost-effective, and powerful. This is the compact and budget-friendly version of PiKVM V4 Mini with all the essential features. Designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind, it's the ideal solution to manage your home lab server, your mom's computer, or any server in a data center. Don't get it wrong, it's perfectly suitable for mass deployment in commercial & industrial projects and applications, just without the bells and whistles of the Plus version.


PiKVM V4 Mini features

Equipped with all core features you need to control a remote PC just as if you were sitting in front of it:
  • Capture video signal up to 1920x1200@60 Hz with audio and deliver it to your browser using WebRTC and efficient H.264 encoding
  • Transfer your mouse and keyboard actions to a remote PC
  • Take full control of a remote PC’s power: remote reset or reboot using the actual hardware reset & power buttons connector functions
  • Access to all configuration settings of a remote computer like tweaking UEFI/BIOS settings to do some overclocking
  • Boot a controlled PC using any OS you need using mass storage device emulation support. You can even reinstall the system remotely
  • Fanless design with a passive heatsink for quiet operation
  • Includes a locator led simplifying your device search
  • Improved power consumption in idle mode: just 2.67 Watts



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PiKVM V4 Mini includes:


  • PiKVM V4 Mini device (included CM4)
  • Micro SD card with pre-imaged PiKVM software
  • ATX control board
  • ATX connection cables
  • ATX installation brackets
  • 2 x Ethernet cables
  • 1 x USB-C to USB-A cable
  • 5V 3.1A USB-C Power Supply (international adapters)


PiKVM V4 Mini without case:

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