16-Port USB PS/2 Combo KVM Switch (TAA Compliant)

The GCS1716 KVMP is a 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 GCS1716 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 GCS1716 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 GCS1716 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.

Benefits:

• Eliminates the excessive expense of additional monitors, keyboards and mice.
• Increases office space, productivity, and provides as an energy cost savings solution.
• It contributes to a greener environment by reducing the amount of waste generated by multiple components.
• An easy / efficient way to organize and streamline a growing or expanding server operation.

• Multi platform OS support - Windows®*, Mac, Sun Solaris™ , Linux®
• 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
• Auto Scan Mode to monitor connected computers
• Broadcast Mode to send commands to all connected computers
• 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 - 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
• TAA Compliant

*IOGEAR’s Display Emulation Technology provides the DDC support for Windows 7
**(Firmware update is now available at http://www.iogear.com/support/dm/driver/GCS1716)

*** 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

Operating Systems:

• Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10
• Mac OS 9 to 10.x
• Oracle® Solaris
• Linux®, Unix and other USB supported systems

*Additional drivers and support may be needed

* Recommended Cables:

• G2L5202U / G2L5203U - USB KVM cable (6ft / 10ft)
• G2L5202P/ G2L5203P - PS/2 KVM cable (6ft / 10ft)

* (Cables Not Included)

• 1 x 16-Port Combo KVM
• 2 x Custom KVM Cable Sets (1 USB & 1 PS/2)
• 1 x Console Cable
• 1 x Cascade Cable
• 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
• 1 x Grounding Wire
• 1 x Rack Mount Kit
• 1 x Foot Pad Set (4 Pads)
• 1 x Power Adapter
• 1 x Installation Guide
• 1 x Warranty Card