KVM Software Tutorial
Full KVM-over-USB: keyboard, video, and mouse control in one device.
This tutorial covers the Openterface KVM series — devices that capture the target's HDMI video output and relay keyboard/mouse input through HID emulation:
- Mini-KVM — Compact USB KVM adapter
- KVM-Go — Portable KVM in a toolkit form factor
- uConsole KVM Extension — Built-in KVM for the uConsole
Platforms: macOS, Windows, Linux (desktop apps) and Android (mobile app). Android-specific notes are marked throughout.
Looking for KeyMod (keyboard & mouse emulator only)? See the KeyMod Tutorial.
Tutorial Series
| # | Title | Audience |
|---|---|---|
| 01 — Getting Started | Installation, hardware setup, first launch | Beginners |
| 02 — Basic Operations | Mouse, keyboard, video, audio, recording | Everyone |
| 03 — Advanced Features | EDID, firmware, macros, scripts, diagnostics | Intermediate to Expert |
| 04 — Troubleshooting | Common problems and solutions | Everyone |
Quick Start
- New user? Start with Getting Started to install and connect your device
- Ready to use it? Read Basic Operations for mouse, keyboard, and video
- Having trouble? Jump to Troubleshooting for common issues
Quick Links
- App Overview — Download and installation guide
- Mini-KVM Product Page
- KVM-Go Product Page
- uConsole KVM Ext. Product Page
- Discord — Community support