
HPE 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch
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HPE 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch.
Device Type: KVM switch - 16 ports - cascadable. Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable. Subtype: KVM. Ports: 16 x KVM port(s). KVM Local Users Qty: 2 local users. Server Connection Via Twisted Pair: CAT5. Keyboard / Mouse Interface: USB. Interfaces: 16 x KVM RJ-45; 1 x management; 1 x cascading RJ-45; 2 x VGA HD-15; 4 x keyboard (USB) Type A; 4 x mouse (USB) Type A.
Specifications
Highlights
- 16-port KVM console switch with CAT5 twisted pair connectivity
- Dual local user support with USB keyboard/mouse and VGA video
- Cascadable architecture via dedicated RJ-45 cascading port
- Standard 1U rack-mountable enclosure with internal power supply
- Dedicated RJ-45 management interface for network administration
Power
- Power Device
- Internal power supply
- Voltage Required
- AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
General
- Device Type
- KVM switch - 16 ports - cascadable
- Enclosure Type
- Rack-mountable
- Subtype
- KVM
- Ports
- 16 x KVM port(s)
- KVM Local Users Qty
- 2 local users
- Server Connection Via Twisted Pair
- CAT5
- Keyboard / Mouse Interface
- USB
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 43.8 cm
- Depth
- 16.51 cm
- Height
- 4.36 cm
- Weight
- 2.04 kg
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 16 x KVM RJ-45
- Interfaces
- 1 x management
- Interfaces
- 1 x cascading RJ-45
- Interfaces
- 2 x VGA HD-15
- Interfaces
- 4 x keyboard (USB) Type A
- Interfaces
- 4 x mouse (USB) Type A
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The HPE 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch is a 16-port, rack-mountable KVM switch engineered for enterprise data centres and server rooms. It allows up to two local users to manage up to 16 connected servers over CAT5 twisted pair cabling, offering centralised hardware control via USB and VGA interfaces.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HPE 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch used for?
- It is used in data centres and server rooms to connect and manage up to 16 servers from a central console. It allows two local administrators to control attached systems directly using standard USB peripherals and VGA displays.
Can I expand the number of servers connected to this switch?
- Yes, this unit is cascadable and includes a dedicated RJ-45 cascading port. This allows network administrators to connect additional switches and expand server management capacity without sacrificing primary user ports.
Does this HPE KVM switch come with a warranty?
- Yes, purchases made through Server Hub include a local South African warranty. You receive verified hardware backed by local technical support and servicing.