8-Port 17" LCD Combo KVM Switch
GCL1808
IOGEAR’s GCL1808 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/2 console 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 GCL1808 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 GCL1808 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.
Features
- Integrated 8-port KVM console featuring a 17" TFT LCD active matrix monitor, keyboard and touchpad
- 1280 x 1024 resolution on 17" rack mount LCD provides a sharp video display
- Adjustable depth to fit different sizes of racks
- Multi platform OS support - Windows®, Mac, Sun Solaris™ , and Linux®
- Easy to operate - computer selection via front panel pushbutton LED’s, intuitive OSD (on screen display), and hotkeys
- External USB mouse port for convenience
- External USB or PS/2 with VGA Console port
- USB media port support for attached USB computers (system upgrades, etc) **
- Cascade up to 2 levels - control up to 128 computers from a single console*
- Security - 2 level password protection for OSD
- DDC Emulation - Video settings of each computer are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the monitor
- 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
Warranty: 3-YEAR
Specifications
| Function |
GCL1808 |
| Computer Connections |
| Direct |
8 |
| Daisy Chain or Cascading |
128 |
| Port Selection |
OSD, Hotkeys, Pushbuttons |
| Connectors |
| Console |
1 x SPHD-18 Male |
| Power |
1 x 3-Prong AC Socket |
| Console Connectors |
| Monitor |
1 x HDB-15 Female |
| Keyboard |
PS/2 or USB |
| Mouse |
PS/2 or USB |
| Extra Mouse |
1 x USB Type A Female |
| Flash ROM Upgrade |
1 x RJ-11 Female |
| CPU Connectors |
| Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor |
8 x SPHD-15 Female |
| Switches |
| Reset |
1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton |
| Power |
1 x Rocker Switch |
| F/W Upgrade |
1 x Switch |
| LCD Adjustment |
4 x Pushbutton |
| LCD Power |
1 x LED Pushbutton (Orange) |
| Port Selection |
4 x Pushbutton |
| LEDs |
| On Line |
8 (Orange) |
| Port ID |
4 x 7 Segment LED Display (Yellow) |
| Power On |
Dark Green |
| Emulation |
| Keyboard |
PS/2, USB |
| Mouse |
PS/2, USB |
| Video Resolution |
1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz; DDC2B |
| Scan Interval |
1-255 Seconds |
| Power Input Rating |
| Per AC Power Inlet, 50/60Hz |
100~240VAC. 50/60Hz, 1A |
| Power Consumption |
120V, 28W |
| Environment |
| Operation Temperature |
0~40°C |
| Storage Temperature |
-20~60°C |
| Humidity |
0~80% RH; Non-condensing |
| Housing |
| Case |
Metal and Plastic |
| Dimensions |
GCL1808 |
| Unit Dimensions |
| Width |
19in. |
| Height |
1.75in. |
| Depth |
25in. |
| Unit Package Dimensions |
| Width |
26.75in. |
| Height |
5.5in. |
| Depth |
28.5in. |
| Weight |
| Unit Pack Wt. |
44.03lb |
| Unit Wt. w/accessories |
33.07lb |
| Unit Wt. |
27.78lb |
Requirements
Computers:
- VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port
- PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin mini DIN) or 1 USB port
Package Content
- 1 x 8-Port LCD KVM
- 1 x PS/2 KVM Cable
- 1 x USB KVM Cable
- 1 x Console Cable
- 1 x Cascade Cable
- 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
- 1 x Rack Mount Kit (Short and Long L Brackets)
- 1 x Grounding Wire
- 1 x Power Cord
- 1 x Installation Guide
- 1 x Warranty Card