A keyboard, mouse and monitor combined with a KVM switch in a 1U drawer are referred to as a Rackmount KVM Console. A space saving and cost effective solution, this device saves space in the compact environment rack. Available in many models such as PS2 monitor keyboard drawer; Sun Rackmount LCD monitor keyboard drawer, composite video KVM Drawer, KVM Drawer with DVI video, sunlight readable LCD KVM Drawer, KVM Drawer with IP KVM switch, KVM Drawer short / shallow depth, USB KVM drawer, Rackmount keyboard monitor with built in KVM switch, dual slide KVM drawer, Rackmount keyboard, and ANSI / Console Terminal monitor keyboard Drawer. All these models fit into a 1U or 2U rack mountable space and connect with KVM cables.
A space saving solution for compact server rooms, the Rackmount LCD KVM is a combination of a keyboard, LCD and mouse integrated into a drawer. These drawers can be 1U or 2U depending upon the size of the rack. Classified on the basis of the type of video supported, these drawers are categorized as VGA, DVI, HDMI, Composite RCA or BNC and S-Video. They can also be classified on the basis of features into sunlight readable KVMs, short depth model, SUN KVM and Dual slide KVMs. While the Sunlight KVM drawers are used in high brightness environments, the short depth model is used in server rooms where rack depth is shallow. The SUN KVM is designed specially to work with SUN servers and the Dual slide KVM has two separate slides; one housing the keyboard / mouse and the other housing the LCD.
A keyboard, mouse, LCD and a KVM Switch integrated into a drawer forms a Rackmount KVM LCD. This rugged sliding drawer is mounted in a server rack utilizing only 1U or 2U space providing an economical solution for server rooms. Available with many options, these devices have PS2 and USB variants that support the respective peripherals. Some models differ on the types of systems they connect to and support such as the SUN model that is compatible with SUN systems. Different types of video connections such as VGA, DVI, HDMI, Composite RCA or BNC and S-Video are supported by these devices and they are further classified on the basis of these video formats. The Rackmount keyboard drawer also differs based on model-specific features. For example, some are able to perform in high brightness environments and are known as sunlight readable KVM drawers, while another version called the short depth model, is ideal in situations where rack depth is shallow, such as with portable server racks. Continue reading »
In order to overcome the space limitations in server rooms as well as provide additional solutions for server racks, the 1U Rack LCD drawer was developed. Used in a wide variety of Server room applications, these devices are 1U or 2U drawers with integrated LCD monitors, keyboards, and mice. Other options include a combination of keyboard, mouse and monitor with a KVM switch integrated into the drawer. These devices are available in various models including, USB KVM drawers, PS2 KVM drawers, Dual Slide KVM drawers, DVI KVM drawers, composite KVM drawers, Short Depth KVM drawers and KVM drawers with Cat5 and IP switches.
While the USB and PS2 drawers differ in the type of servers they support, some models are available as a combo drawer and support both USB and PS2 with the use of a special cable. The Dual Slide drawer has a unique design that gives it two separate sliding components; one housing the keyboard and mouse portion and the other housing the LCD. A short depth Rackmount LCD keyboard drawer, as the name suggests, is useful for applications where rack depth is shallow. The DVI and the Composite drawers differ in the type of connection to the server. While the former work with DVI-D cards, the latter are associated with composite video. The category with an integrated Cat5 KVM Switch is an ideal solution for Continue reading »
A Rackmount KVM is a space saving economical solution that’s formed by the combination of a keyboard, mouse, LCD and a KVM Switch in a 1U format drawer. These devices do not require a separate video monitor and can be equipped with an 8, 16 or 32 port KVM switch. The other various options available include sunlight readable LCDs in 17”, 19” and 20”, short depth KVM drawers, and KVMs with a PS2 or a USB mouse. These devices fit into a 1U or 2U rack mountable space and connect with KVM cables.
Special features such as flip-up design, adjustable brackets, built in LCD OSD, high brightness and sunlight readability make the KVM Rack a much demanded device. Designed so as to maximize the rack mountable space, this piece of hardware has adjustable rack mounting brackets and slide rails which are fixed to prevent movement of the keyboard when in use. Supporting multiple platforms such as IBMs, Dells, HPs and SUNs, this device is available in models with KVM over IP , CAT5 , Touch screen video input and 12/24/48VDC power. Standard controls modes include hot key switching, front panel push buttons or auto scan. These units also offer complete keyboard and mouse emulation for simultaneous boot up of all PCs. They also have all the necessary approvals from CE, FCC, VCCI, TAA and the RoHS, if required.
With a Rackmount KVM switch one can control up to 32 PCs (many more if cascading) with one keyboard, mouse and monitor. While the USB version enables a single user to control multiple USB Computers via a single USB keyboard, mouse & Monitor, the PS2 KVM Switch performs the same function via a PS2 Keyboard, mouse & monitor. Saving money, time, space, equipment and power, these devices offer an increased ROI.
Rackmount keyboard is a device used to save space in your server rack environment where no stand alone video monitor is necessary.
Not only is it a very economical way of saving space, it also saves you time by allowing you to control all your servers from a single location. The rack mount height of these keyboards is 1U and 2U with a clamshell design when open and lay flat form factor when closed. It will fit in any standard 19” server rack and is available in various styles like PS2 (PS/2) or USB, with Touchpad or Trackball Mouse, as a Short-Depth rack mount keyboard Drawer, as well as an integrated 4, 8, 16 or 32 port USB KVM Switch, PS2 KVM Switch, Cat5 KVM Switch or IP KVM Switch. These units are commonly used in military / government mobile command vehicles, command centers and commercial Continue reading »
Rackmount Keyboard combines a keyboard and a drawer in a 1U format. These space saving economical solutions are used in places where no video monitor is needed separately. Available in PS2 and USB connectivity with touch pad or trackball mouse, several models of this product are available in the market today including Short-Depth rack mount keyboard Drawer, as well as an integrated 4, 8 or 16 ports USB KVM Switch or PS2 KVM Switch. Key features of this device are Continue reading »
A Rackmount Keyboard drawer allows rack mounted storage space for compact keyboards. A rack-mountable, sliding tray designed for holding the keyboard in a ready-to-use position in your rack, these drawers are equipped with a sturdy locking drawer. The front panel contains a built in handle and retainers so that the drawer can be secured in the rack when it is not in use. There is a two inch wide palm rest so that keyboards may be comfortably used. These drawers also have attached ball-bearing slides which give stability when in use. Rear mounted cable carriers keep cables from obstructing the movement of drawers. These drawers with keyboards are a cost effective way to manage Continue reading »
