KVM switch APC KVM0108A, 8-port PS/2 VGA, 1U rack, 1600x1200, black

The APC KVM0108A KVM switch allows management of multiple servers from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. Designed for rack installation (1U), this black KVM switch supports PS/2 keyboard and mouse connections and VGA video output with a maximum resolution of 1600 x 1200 pixels. The unit is supplied with software CD, installation guide and rack mounting brackets and is certified to several international standards including CE, FCC and UL.

Advantages

The APC KVM0108A consolidates control of up to eight connected servers through one user console, reducing the need for extra peripherals and saving rack space with its 1U form factor. Its support for PS/2 keyboard and mouse and VGA video provides compatibility with a wide range of legacy and current server hardware. Included mounting brackets and installation guide simplify deployment in standard server cabinets.

Suitable for

• Small to medium data centers and server rooms
• IT maintenance and administration tasks
• Environments requiring rack-mounted server management

Key specifications

• Model: APC KVM0108A
• Keyboard port type: PS/2
• Mouse port type: PS/2
• Video port type: VGA
• Maximum resolution: 1600 x 1200 pixels
• Number of users: 1
• Rack capacity: 1U
• Colour: Black
• Certifications: cUL Listed, C-tick, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, GOST, ICES-003, UL-AR, UL 60950-1, VCCI Class A, VDE REACH
• Width: 424 mm, Depth: 188 mm, Height: 43 mm
• Includes: software CD, installation guide, rack mounting brackets

How to use

Install the KVM0108A into a standard 19-inch server rack using the supplied rack mounting brackets. Connect the PS/2 keyboard and mouse and a VGA monitor to the console ports, then attach server KVM cables to each server’s PS/2 and VGA ports. Power the unit according to the installation guide, install the supplied software from the CD if required for additional features, and switch between connected servers using the front-panel controls or keyboard commands.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, use quality PS/2 and VGA cables of appropriate length, ensure the rack provides adequate ventilation for the 1U unit, and verify compatibility with server ports. Keep the included installation guide and software CD accessible for configuration and troubleshooting.