StarTech.com 8-port KVM Module for Rack-mount LCD Consoles
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- Universal 8 port KVM switch Module controls up to 8 computers directly and up to 64 computers by cascading 8 additional KVM switches
- Supports PCs with USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors
- Compatible with PC, Mac and Sun servers and systems
- Operating system independent
- No software or drivers required
- Compact 1U rack height takes up very little cabinet or rack space
- Hot-pluggable feature allow computers to be added or removed without shutting down
- Auto Scan Mode lets you switch between computers for easy monitoring
- Login authentication restricts access to authorized users
- Each computer name can be defined via the OSD menu (14 char.)
Enhance or replace the KVM module on your StarTech.com LCD console by controlling eight USB or PS/2 computers, or use with a separate PS/2 keyboard and mouse with VGA display
This 8-port KVM module works with the StarTech.com series of rack-mounted LCD consoles, enabling you to control eight servers from one location. You can upgrade a single port LCD console or replace a faulty console (see our list of compatible LCD consoles below).
With independent VGA and PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, you can also use this switch as a standalone KVM, creating a discreet rack-mountable KVM solution.
Increase your productivity
By adding this KVM module to your rack mount LCD console you can control eight individual computers or servers from a centralized location.
Hassle-free integration
Because the KVM module works with your existing LCD console, you can ensure simple integration into your server room setup. To ensure compatibility this KVM module supports any operating system has been extensively tested in Windows®, Mac and Linux environments.
You can also connect to both PS/2 and USB servers using StarTech.com’s convenient line of interface specific KVM cables. The cables come in variety of lengths with PS/2 or USB depending on your specific server requirements.
Compatible LCD consoles
North America
RACKCOND1701 (add 8 port module)
RACKCONS1908 (replace original module)
RACKCONS1916 (replace original module)
RACKCONS1708 (replace original module)
RACKCONS1716 (replace original module)
United Kingdom
RACKCOND1701 (add 8 port module)
RKCONS1716GB (replace original module)
RKCONS1908GB (replace original module)
Europe
RACKCOND1701 (add 8 port module)
RKCOND1701FR - French Keyboard (add 8 port module)
The CAB831HD is TAA compliant and backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty with free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Audio connections | No |
| Console ports | PS/2, VGA (D-Sub) |
| Video port type | VGA |
| Mouse port type | PS/2 |
| Keyboard port type | PS/2 |
| Number of computers controlled | 8 |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Number of users | 1 user(s) |
| Daisy chain | Yes |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| Hot-Plug support | Yes |
| DDC2B support | Yes |
| Scan interval | 3,8,15,30 s |
| Maximum analog resolution | 1920 x 1440 pixels |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1440 pixels |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Certification | CE, FCC, UL, TAA |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 72000 h |
| Cascadable | Yes |
| Maximum cable length | 30.5 m |
| Housing material | Steel |
| Product colour | Black |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| Rack capacity | 1U |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Built-in display | No |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 0.6 W |
| Power plug type | Type M |
| Output current | 4 A |
| Output voltage | 12 V |
| Input current | 1.8 A |
| Input voltage | 110 - 240 V |
| Sustainability | |
|---|---|
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.2 kg |
| Height | 44 mm |
| Depth | 180 mm |
| Width | 436 mm |
| Packaging data | |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 3.3 kg |
| Package height | 155 mm |
| Package depth | 528 mm |
| Package width | 57 mm |
| Packaging content | |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| Audio support | No |
| IP control | No |
| Logistics data | |
|---|---|
| Products per master (outer) case | 5 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case height | 208 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 547 mm |
| Master (outer) case width | 625 mm |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176200 |