IOGEAR GCS1716KIT 16-port KVM switch with included USB and PS/2 cables displayed in front view

Enterprise-Ready KVM Solution with Complete Cable Kit

The IOGEAR GCS1716KIT delivers a comprehensive KVM switching solution with all necessary cables included for immediate deployment. The sleek 1U rack-mountable design features high-density SPHD 15-pin connectors and supports both USB and PS/2 interfaces, enabling seamless control of up to 16 computers from a single console. This complete kit comes with a mix of USB and PS/2 KVM cables in varying lengths, ensuring flexible setup options for your server room. The switch supports impressive QXGA resolution up to 2048 x 1536, delivering crystal-clear display output for demanding visual applications.

Technical Specifications

  • Supports up to 16 direct computer connections with daisy-chain capability for 256 total
  • High-density SPHD 15-pin connectors for space-efficient installation
  • QXGA resolution support up to 2048 x 1536 for superior visual clarity

Applications

  • Server room management and maintenance
  • Data center infrastructure control
  • IT administrative workspace consolidation

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

IOGEAR, Inc

Manufacturer Part Number

GCS1716KIT

Brand Name

IOGEAR

Product Name

USB PS/2 Combo KVM Switch

Product Type

KVM Switchbox

Technical Information
Number of Computers Supported

16

Daisy Chain Supported

Yes

Video
Graphic Mode

QXGA

Maximum Video Resolution

2048 x 1536

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor

Rack-mountable

Rack Height

1U

Height

1.8

Width

17

Depth

6.3

Miscellaneous
Package Contents

  • USB PS/2 Combo KVM Switch
  • Rack Mount Kit
  • 6 x 2M USB KVM Cable (G2L5202U)
  • 6 x 3M USB KVM Cable (G2L5203U)
  • 2 x 2M PS/2 KVM Cable (G2L5202P)
  • 2 x 3M PS/2 KVM Cable (G2L5203P)
  • 1 x Console Cable
  • 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
  • 1 x Grounding Wire
  • 1 x Foot Pad Set (4 Pads)
  • 1 x Power Adapter
  • 1 x User Manual
  • 1 x Warranty Registration Form

Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

RoHS

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

3 Year

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|kvm switch|2-Port KVM Switch icon

    KVM Switch

  • icon_list|rack mount kit|Rack Mount Kit Mounting bracket icon

    Rack Mount Kit

  • icon_list|usb kvm cables|USB KVM Cables Connection cables icon

    USB KVM Cables

  • icon_list|ps/2 kvm cables|PS/2 KVM Cables Connection cables icon

    PS/2 KVM Cables

  • icon_list|console cable|Console Cable 5-in-1 cable icon

    Console Cable

  • icon_list|firmware cable|Firmware Cable Upgrade cable icon

    Firmware Cable

  • icon_list|grounding wire|Grounding Wire Cable icon

    Grounding Wire

  • icon_list|foot pad set|Foot Pad Set Stand pads icon

    Foot Pad Set

  • icon_list|power adapter|LP4 Power adapter icon

    Power Adapter

  • icon_list|user manual|User Manual Documentation icon

    User Manual

  • icon_list|warranty form|Warranty Form Registration icon

    Warranty Form

FAQs

What is the maximum number of computers that can be controlled with the IOGEAR GCS1716KIT KVM switch?
The IOGEAR GCS1716KIT can control up to 256 computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). While it directly supports 16 computers, you can cascade up to 16 additional switches to expand the total number of connected computers to 256, all manageable from a single KVM console.
What are the video capabilities of the IOGEAR GCS1716KIT?
The IOGEAR GCS1716KIT supports QXGA graphic mode with a maximum video resolution of 2048 x 1536, ensuring high-quality display output for connected systems. This resolution support makes it suitable for both standard office applications and more demanding visual tasks.
What are the physical dimensions and mounting options for this KVM switch?
The IOGEAR GCS1716KIT is designed for 1U rack mounting with dimensions of 1.8" height, 17" width, and 6.3" depth. It comes with a rack mount kit for easy installation. The unit can also be used as a desktop solution with the included foot pad set (4 pads).
What connection types does the IOGEAR GCS1716KIT support?
This KVM switch is a combo unit supporting both USB and PS/2 connections. It comes with multiple cable options including 6 USB KVM cables (2M and 3M lengths) and 4 PS/2 KVM cables (2M and 3M lengths), providing flexibility for different system configurations.
What's included in the IOGEAR GCS1716KIT package?
The package includes the USB PS/2 Combo KVM Switch, rack mount kit, 6 USB KVM cables (2M and 3M), 4 PS/2 KVM cables (2M and 3M), console cable, firmware upgrade cable, grounding wire, foot pad set, power adapter, user manual, and warranty registration form.

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Number of Computers Supported 16 16 16 16
USB N/A N/A N/A N/A
Number of USB Ports N/A N/A N/A N/A
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Weight (Approximate) N/A 6.23 lb N/A 5.86 lb