What it is
This is a StarTech.com 1U rackmount KVM switch designed to manage up to 16 USB and VGA computers from two consoles, featuring an on-screen display (OSD) for easier navigation.
Who it's for
Suitable for data centers or IT environments needing to operate many systems from a limited console setup, leveraging USB and VGA interfaces.
Why it's good
The switch consolidates control of 16 machines, includes OSD for efficient switching, and supports audio connections. Its 1U size helps save rack space.
When to choose it
Best when you require centralized control over many USB/VGA devices with on-screen management. Since it lacks DC-in jack, ensure your power setup matches. Check peripheral compatibility in advance.
Specifications
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Console USB ports quantity | 2 |
| Console ports | USB A, VGA (D-Sub) |
| Number of computers controlled | 16 |
| Keyboard port type | USB |
| Mouse port type | USB |
| Video port type | VGA |
| Audio connections | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Daisy chain | Yes |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1440 pixels |
| Technical details | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| IP control | No |
| Audio support | No |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Rack capacity | 1U |
| Housing material | Steel |
| Display | |
| Built-in display | No |
| Power | |
| Input current | 0.8 A |
| Output current | 1.5 A |
| Power plug type | Type M |
| Output voltage | 12 V |
| Input voltage | 110-240 V |
| Video | |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1440 pixels |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 80% |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 540 mm |
| Depth | 180 mm |
| Height | 45 mm |
| Weight | 3.1 kg |
| Package width | 89 mm |
| Package depth | 468 mm |
| Package height | 264 mm |
| Package weight | 3.53 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 89 mm |
| Package depth | 468 mm |
| Package height | 264 mm |
| Package weight | 3.53 kg |
| Packaging content | |
| Manual | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Other features | |
| IP control | No |
| Audio support | No |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176200 |
Contact Creative Systems to discuss if this switch suits your environment and confirm stock status.