TESmart HKS401-M24 4-Port 8K60 HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch with Built-in Network Switch
Multi-PC Workstation Management, Home Office, Video Production, Gaming, IT Administration, Software Development, Content Creation, Live Streaming, Server Management
Overview
The TESmart HKS401-M24 is a premium 4-port HDMI 2.1 KVM switch that brings 8K@60Hz support to multi-PC workstation management. It uniquely integrates a built-in Gigabit Ethernet network switch and a USB 3.2 hub alongside the core KVM switching, allowing one monitor, one set of keyboard and mouse, and one wired internet connection to serve four computers. With ADI chipset-based EDID emulation, VRR/ALLM support, and multiple switching methods including IR remote and keyboard hotkeys, it is ideal for creative professionals, IT administrators, and gaming enthusiasts who need seamless transitions between multiple systems at a single desk.
Key Highlights
- Supports 8K@60Hz 4:4:4 or 4K@144Hz via HDMI 2.1 with VRR, FVA, and ALLM for smooth gaming and video production — uses an ADI chipset with EDID emulation for reliable display detection across all connected PCs
- Built-in 4-port Gigabit Ethernet network switch lets all four connected computers share a single wired internet connection through the KVM without requiring separate USB network adapters or an external switch
- Integrated USB 3.2 hub with two front-panel ports (USB-A and USB-C) for super-speed data transfer between peripherals and the active host computer, accessible without reaching behind the unit
- Multiple switching methods including front-panel buttons, IR remote control, keyboard hotkeys, and mouse wheel scrolling — plus Auto-Scan mode with customizable intervals and Follow Mode that ties USB/audio focus to the active display source
- All-new modern design with an integrated RGB light bar offering four lighting modes to match your workspace ambiance, plus keyboard and mouse emulation with both Passthrough Mode and Legacy Emulation Mode for broad peripheral compatibility
Technical Specifications
| Brand | TESmart |
|---|---|
| Model | TESmart HKS401-M24 4-Port 8K60 HDMI 2.1 KVM Switch with Built-in Network Switch |
| Video Specification | HDMI 2.1, 8K@60Hz 4:4:4, 4K@120Hz/144Hz, VRR, FVA, ALLM, ADI Chipset, EDID Emulation |
| Max Resolution | 8K@60Hz / 4K@144Hz |
| Max Computers | 4 |
| Max Monitors | 1 |
| Switching Methods | Front-panel Buttons, IR Remote Control, Keyboard Hotkeys (Scroll Lock x2), Mouse Wheel, Auto-Scan, Follow Mode |
| Built-in USB Hub | USB 3.2 Gen1 (1x USB-A + 1x USB-C front panel), 5Gbps shared bandwidth |
| Built-in Network | Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch (4-port, shared across all connected PCs) |
| USB Emulation | Passthrough Mode (advanced peripherals), Legacy Emulation Mode (broad compatibility) |
| RGB Lighting | RGB Light Bar, 4 lighting modes |
| Power Supply | External DC power adapter (included) |
| Cables Included | 4x HDMI 2.1 cables, 4x USB-B to USB-A cables, 1x IR remote with battery, 1x DC power adapter, 1x User manual |
| Ports & I/O | 4x HDMI 2.1 Input 1x HDMI 2.1 Output 4x USB-B Input 1x USB-A 3.2 Front (Hub) 1x USB-C 3.2 Front (Hub) 1x Gigabit Ethernet (Built-in Network Switch) 1x DC-in 1x IR Receiver |
| Connectivity | Wired (HDMI, USB-B, Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Network | Built-in Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch (4-port shared connection across all PCs) |
| Operating System | N/A — Hardware KVM Switch, OS-agnostic, works with Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS |
| Weight | 2.45 kg (5.40 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 260 x 82 x 28 mm (estimated, 2.45 kg) |