Black Box EC Series 16-Port KVM Switch for PS/2 & USB Servers - Rack Mountable 1U

Black Box EC Series KVM Switch for PS/2 or USB Servers and PS/2 or USB Consoles - 16-Port

The Black Box EC Series KV9216A is a versatile 16-port KVM switch designed to streamline server management by allowing a single user to control up to 16 computers supporting VGA video and USB or PS/2 keyboards and mice. Its compact 1U rack-mountable form factor makes it ideal for space-constrained environments, enabling easy integration into existing server racks or desktop setups. The switch supports VGA resolutions up to 1920x1440, ensuring high-quality display output suitable for demanding applications. Its support for both PS/2 and USB consoles provides flexibility, allowing administrators to choose the most suitable interface for their hardware configuration. The switch’s plug-and-play setup simplifies installation, and cascading capability permits expansion up to 136 servers by connecting multiple units in a master-slave configuration, making it scalable for growing IT infrastructures. The unit features hot-pluggable keyboard and mouse ports, allowing hardware changes without system shutdown, and supports manual or autoscan operation for automated server cycling, which suspends upon user activity for seamless control. System settings and server names are stored in nonvolatile memory, preserving configurations during power outages. The user-friendly front panel includes port LEDs indicating active connections, and an on-screen display allows for easy status monitoring and server management. Advanced video enhancement technology ensures clear visuals with smooth resolution, and compatibility with DDC2B supports the latest digital monitors. Designed for ease of use and reliability, the Black Box EC Series KVM switch provides a robust solution for data centers, server rooms, and enterprise IT environments seeking efficient server management with minimal space requirements.

Features:

• Support for VGA resolutions up to 1920x1440 for clear, detailed visuals

• User port supports VGA video with USB or PS/2 keyboards and mice

• Controls up to 16 computers via a single console, scalable through cascading

• Rack-mountable 1U design fits in limited space environments

• Supports hot-pluggable keyboard and mouse ports for maintenance convenience

• Auto and manual switching modes, including autoscan with activity detection

• Stores system configurations and server names in nonvolatile memory

• Front panel LEDs indicate active ports, with optional on-screen status display

• Compatible with digital monitors supporting DDC2B for high-quality video

• Plug-and-play setup allows quick deployment and configuration