IOGEAR 8-Port 17" LCD Combo KVM Switch (TAA Compliant)

IOGEAR's GCL1808TAA is an integrated LCD console with 8 port KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) switch that offers secure access to 8 VGA, USB or PS/2 computers. It features a convenient rack mountable sliding / retractable 17" TFT LCD active matrix monitor and keyboard with built-in touchpad for a space-saving and streamlined integration. For added convenience it also supports an external USB mouse. An extra USB / PS/2console port is provided on the rear panel to manage the LCD KVM switch from an external console (monitor, keyboard, and mouse). All this in a universal 1U rack mount space.

The GCL1808TAA supports both PS/2 and USB keyboards and mice for the connected computers, and the GCL1808 supports USB peripheral devices to be used with the attached computers. A single GCL1808TAA can control up to 8 computers. As many as 8 additional compatible KVM switches can be cascaded to reach up to 128 computers controlled from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse console.

Benefits:

• Increases 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