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8 Port Rackmount KVMs

8-Port USB PS/2 Combo VGA KVM Switch with USB KVM Cables

MPN: GCS1808KITU

UPC: 881317505217

Sale price$429.95

IOGEAR's GCS1808KITU KVMP is a combo USB and PS/2 switch allowing access and control of up to 128* computers from a single console with complete set of USB KVM Cable to ease with installation process. Cascade as many as 8 additional switches to bring the total number of connected computers to 64 computers that can be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console.

8-Port USB PS/2 Combo VGA KVM Switch with USB KVM Cables
8-Port USB PS/2 Combo VGA KVM Switch with USB KVM Cables Sale price$429.95
Expanded Peripheral Sharing

The GCS1808 includes one USB port located on the front panel for easy access for system upgrades and shared 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 GCS1808 intercepts keyboard input directly, thus eliminating the need for any software configuration.

Convenient Switching Methods

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.

Cascade and control up to 128 computers

IOGEAR's GCS1808 KVMP is a combo USB and PS/2 switch allowing access and control of up to 128* computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). Cascade as many as 8 additional switches to bring the total number of connected computers to 128 computers that can be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console.

*Cascade with GCS1716 for control over 128 computers

Broadcast Mode

Broadcast Mode allows for a higher level of control by enabling you to send a command to all connected computers.

Security - 2 level password protection

The GCS1808 has 2 level password protection on the On-Screen-Display (OSD) menu so that admins can be in full control and set up to 4 other user logins. The admin account has 11 functions available such as setting accessible ports, set login timeout periods, and editing port names.

  • Multi-platform OS support - Windows®, Mac, Oracle® Solaris and Linux®
  • Supports both USB and PS/2, VGA computers
  • 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 128 computers from a single console
  • Security - 2 level password protection for OSD
  • Maximum video resolution: up to 2048 x 1536
  • Front USB Port** - for system upgrades and shared peripherals (fully compliant with USB 1.1)
  • 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

*Cascade compatible with GCS1716 for control over 128 computers
**Only systems connected with the USB KVM cables will be able to access the front USB port for system upgrades and shared peripherals

Console:

  • VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync Monitor
  • A Keyboard and Mouse (USB or PS/2)

Computers:

  • VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port
  • PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin mini DIN)
  • 1 x USB port
  • Multi OS Platform Support: Windows®, Mac, Oracle® Solaris and Linux®
  • 1 x 8-Port USB PS/2 Combo KVM
  • 4 x USB KVM Cables (6ft - G2L5202U)
  • 4 x USB KVM Cables (10ft - G2L5203U)
  • 1 x PS/2 KVM Cable (6ft - G2L5202P)
  • 1 x Console Cable
  • 1 x Cascade Cable
  • 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
  • 1 x Grounding Wire
  • 1 x Foot Pad Set (4 Pads)
  • 1 x Power Adapter
  • 1 x Standard Rack Mounting Kit
  • 1 x Installation Guide
  • 1 x Warranty Card

Need more help with this product? Visit IOGEAR Knowledge Base

FunctionGCS1808KITU
Computer Connections
Direct8
Daisy Chain or Cascading64 (via Cascade)
Port SelectionHotkeys, OSD, Button
Connectors
Console1 x SPHD-18 Male (Yellow)
Computer/KVM8 x SPHD-15 Female (Yellow)
Power1 x DC Jack
USB1 x USB 1.1 Type A Female
Reset Switch1 x Semi-Recessed Push Button
Switches
F/W Upgrade1 x Slide Switch
Port Selection8 x Push Button
Emulation
KeyboardPS/2, USB
MousePS/2, USB
Video ResolutionVGA 2048x1536, DDC2B
Power
VoltageDC 5.3V
Amps2.4A
Scan Interval1-255 sec
Environment
Operation Temperature0~50C
Storage Temperature-20~60C
Humidity0~80% RH, Non-condensing
Housing
CaseMetal
DimensionsGCS1808KITU
Unit Dimensions
Height1.75in.
Depth6.13in.
Width17.06in.
Unit Package Dimensions
Height10.50in.
Width22.38in.
Depth9.25in.
Master Carton
Master Carton Qty.1
Weight
Unit Pack Wt.14.10lb
Unit Wt. w/accessories11.20lb
Unit Wt.5.60lb