Welcome to the official repository for the Openterface Mini-KVM — a portable, plug-and-play USB KVM gadget for BIOS-level control, local troubleshooting, and file-sharing, all without the need for a network connection.
💡 This repository powers the official Openterface Mini-KVM product website via GitHub Pages. It is not intended as a template for self-hosting. Instead, it's the home of our documentation, compliance info, software download links, and other product resources.
The Openterface Mini-KVM is a compact open-source USB-based KVM solution that lets you control a target computer (e.g. a headless server or embedded system) using your host machine — just plug in USB and HDMI cables, no network or drivers required.
🔧 Designed for:
- IT professionals managing headless setups
- Developers using SBCs like Raspberry Pi
- Embedded system engineers
- Anyone needing portable, BIOS-level access
📦 Features:
- HDMI + USB capture for video, keyboard & mouse input
- Direct USB port file sharing
- Less than 1s startup time
- Cross-platform host app (macOS, Windows, Linux, Android)
- Fully open-source hardware & software
- CE, UKCA, RoHS, WEEE certified
- OSHWA certified: UID CN000015
📖 Learn more: KVM-over-USB Basics, Openterface Mini-KVM
To use the Mini-KVM, install the corresponding host-side app on your computer or mobile:
⚠️ All apps are open source and community-tested. Be cautious when using third-party forks — KVM tools handle sensitive inputs.
We take openness seriously. Both our hardware and software are fully transparent and certified.
Learn how the Mini-KVM compares to IP-based and software-based KVMs:
This repo is:
- The source of the Openterface Mini-KVM website (hosted via GitHub Pages)
- A hub for product docs, software links, and compliance references
- Maintained by TechxArtisan, the creators of the Openterface family
💌 Questions or ideas? Email us at [email protected] or join our Discord
💬 Have feedback about this site?
Let us know here.