The GCS1716KIT KVM is a TAA compliant combo switch allowing access and control of up to 256 computers from a single console
(keyboard, mouse, and monitor). As many as 16 additional switches can be cascaded bringing the total number of connected
computers to 256 computers that can be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. A custom ASIC (patent pending)
provides an auto-sensing function that recognizes the position of each station on the installation, eliminating the need to manually set
the position with DIP switches. Additionally, the GCS1716KIT features high density SPHD 15-pin instead of the usual 25-pin
connectors thus allowing for a compact design and installation in a 1U system rack.
The GCS1716KIT includes one USB port located on the front panel for easy access and sharing of any USB peripherals. Setup is
fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all that is needed. The switch supports both USB and PS/2 connections
for the console and computers. The GCS1716KIT intercepts keyboard input directly, thus eliminating the need for any software
configuration. Switching between computers can be easily accomplished either by manually pressing the front panel push button port
LEDs, entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard, or via a menu driven multilingual on-screen display (OSD) system. A
convenient auto-scan feature permits automatic scanning and monitoring of activities on all connected.
- Multi platform OS support – Windows®, Mac, Sun Solaris™ , and
Linux® - Auto Scan Mode to monitor connected computers
- Broadcast Mode to send commands to all connected computers
- Easy to operate – computer selection via front panel LED’s, intuitive
- OSD (on screen display), and hotkeys
- *Cascade up to 2 levels – control up to 256 computers from a single
console
- Security – 2 level password protection for OSD
- Maximum video resolution: up to 2048 x 1536
- Supports both USB and PS/2, VGA computers
- ** Front USB Port – Fully compliant with USB 1.1 for system upgrades
and shared peripherals - 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
