iogear GCL1816 KVM switch Rack mounting Grey

IOGEAR’s GCL1816 is an integrated LCD console with 16 port KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) switch that offers secure access to 16 VGA, USB or PS/2 computers. It features a convenient rack mountable sliding / retractable 17" TFT LCD active matrix monitor and keyboard with built-in touchpad for a space-saving and streamlined integration. For added convenience it also supports an external USB mouse. An extra USB / PS/2 console port is provided on the rear panel to manage the LCD KVM switch from an external console (monitor, keyboard, and mouse). All this in a universal 1U rack mount space. The GCL1816 supports both PS/2 and USB keyboards and mice for the connected computers, and the GCL1816 supports USB peripheral devices to be used with the attached computers. A single GCL1816 can control up to 16 computers. As many as 16 additional compatible KVM switches can be cascaded to reach up to 256 computers controlled from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse console. Benefits: - Increases space, productivity, and provides as an energy cost savings solution - It contributes to a greener environment by reducing the amount of waste generated by multiple components - An easy / efficient way to organize and streamline a growing or expanding server operation Features: - Integrated 16-port KVM console featuring a 17" TFT LCD active matrix monitor, keyboard and touchpad - 1280 x 1024 resolution on 17" rack mount LCD provides a sharp video display - Adjustable depth to fit different sizes of racks - Multi platform OS support - Windows, Mac, Sun Solaris, and Linux - Easy to operate - computer selection via front panel pushbutton LED’s, intuitive OSD (on screen display), and hotkeys - External USB mouse port for convenience - External USB or PS/2 with VGA Console port - USB media port support for attached USB computers (system upgrades, etc) - Cascade up to 2 levels - control up to 256 computers from a single console - Security - 2 level password protection for OSD - DDC Emulation - Video settings of each computer are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the monitor - Rack mountable in a 19" (1U) system rack - Custom ASIC provides an auto-sensing function that recognizes the position of each station on the installation - Fully Supports DDC2B