The IOGEAR GCS1816i is an IP-based KVM switch that allows both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple computers. Remote users access the switches over the Internet through a web browser using TCP/IP protocol. GCS1816i supports up to 64 user accounts and allows 32 concurrent user logins for a single-bus computer access. The Message Board, a built-in feature that resembles an Internet chat program, lets users communicate with each other. The ability to exchange information in real time allows users to manage the KVM switch and connected computers in a smooth and efficient manner.
The GCS1816i features many security tools such as the 128-bit SSL encryption for browser access and RC4 128-bit encryption for secure data transmission. GCS1816i also supports third party authentication such as RADIUS, LDAP, LDAPS, and MS Active Directory. In addition, IP and Mac filters provide added security against unauthorized access. The Log Server, a Windows-based administrative utility, records all the events that take place on the GCS816i and writes them to a searchable database.
Once logged in to GCS1816i, users can manage the computers via the virtual remote desktop window. Mouse DynaSync™ optimizes the remote and local cursors synchronization.
- 16-port IP-based KVM switch - monitor and control up to 16 computers from both local and remote KVM consoles
- Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
- Multiplatform support - Windows®, Linux® and Mac
- Front panel USB port allows connected computers to access USB peripherals such as USB flash drives or hard drives
- Dual Interface - the automatic interface detection supports computers with either PS/2 or USB connections
- Complete keyboard and mouse emulation for error free booting
- Supports USB keyboards for Windows® and Mac
- Superior video quality - up to 2048x1536 DDC2B for the local console; up to 1600x1200 @ 60Hz / 24-bit color depth for remote access
- Video DynaSync™ - stores the local monitor's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
- 19” Rack mountable; a mounting kit is included
- Easy-to-Use Interface
- Browser-based or AP GUIs, including a menu-driven OSD for the remote console
- Windows client and Java client software support
- Menu-driven OSD for the local console
- Multiplatform client support (Windows® , Mac OS X and Linux®)
- Multi-browser support (IE, Mozilla, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Chrome
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- Panel array mode enables user to monitor multiple servers from a single screen
Advanced Security
Secure keyboard/mouse/video transmission via RC4 128-bit encryption
Supports SSL 128-bit data encryption and RSA 1024-bit certificates for secure user logins from a browser
Two level password security (administrator and users) - up to 64 user accounts with separate profiles for each
Third party authentication supported: RADIUS, LDAP, LDAPS, MS Active Directory
Supports IP and MAC filters
Log in authentication required for both local and remote access
Virtual Remote Desktop
Resizable remote desktop window
Message board allows logged in users to communicate with each other and allows a user to take exclusive control of the KVM functions
Mouse DynaSync™
On-screen keyboard with multi-language support
