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CAB831HD - StarTech 8-Port USB PS/2 KVM Switch

CAB831HD - StarTech 8-Port USB PS/2 KVM Switch

SKU CAB831HD
BrandStartechShop all Startech parts (256) ›
  • 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.)
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Key specifications

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Number of computers controlled
8
Keyboard port type
PS/2
Mouse port type
PS/2
Video port type
VGA
Console ports
PS/2, VGA (D-Sub)
Audio connections
No

Product details

StarTech.com 8-port KVM Module for Rack-mount LCD Consoles. Keyboard port type: PS/2, Mouse port type: PS/2, Video port type: VGA. Maximum resolution: 1920 x 1440 pixels, Maximum analog resolution: 1920 x 1440 pixels, Scan interval: 3,8,15,30 s. Product colour: Black, Rack capacity: 1U, Housing material: Steel. Input voltage: 110 - 240 V, Input current: 1.8 A, Output voltage: 12 V. Compliance certificates: RoHS

Specifications

Number of computers controlled
8
Keyboard port type
PS/2
Mouse port type
PS/2
Video port type
VGA
Console ports
PS/2, VGA (D-Sub)
Audio connections
No
Ethernet LAN
No
Maximum resolution
1920 x 1440 pixels
Maximum analog resolution
1920 x 1440 pixels
Scan interval
3,8,15,30 s
DDC2B support
Yes
Hot-Plug support
Yes
Plug and Play
Yes
Daisy chain
Yes
Number of users
1 user(s)
Rack mounting
Yes
Rack capacity
1U
Product colour
Black
Housing material
Steel
Maximum cable length
30.5 m
Cascadable
Yes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)
72000 h
Certification
CE, FCC, UL, TAA
Built-in display
No
Input voltage
110 - 240 V
Input current
1.8 A
Output voltage
12 V
Output current
4 A
Power consumption (typical)
0.6 W
Power plug type
Type M
Compliance certificates
RoHS
Width
436 mm
Depth
180 mm
Height
44 mm
Package width
57 mm
Package depth
528 mm
Package height
155 mm
Package weight
3.3 kg
Manual
Yes
AC adapter included
Yes
Audio support
No
IP control
No
Harmonized System (HS) code
85176200
Master (outer) case width
625 mm
Master (outer) case length
547 mm
Master (outer) case height
208 mm
Products per master (outer) case
5 pc(s)

Description

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

Condition: Refurbished

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