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Convenient at-the-rack solutions for accessing and controlling your 
PCs and servers

The Avocent 1U high LCD rack console solutions provide convenient at-the-rack access to 

KVM switches in enterprise data centers and SMB server rooms. You benefi t by simplifi ed 

control of your PCs and servers. Additionally, rack-based monitoring reduces downtime when 

your network is unavailable.

The versatile universal mounting hardware and cable management design enables a 1U 

Avocent KVM switch to easily mount behind the console eliminating the need for additional 

rack space. A screen closure switch ensures the LCD panel automatically turns off when the 

unit is closed, eliminating power waste and heat generation. The USB pass through allows 

at-the-rack access to USB media and other USB devices.  This is useful when you need 

convenient front of the rack connection for USB devices to troubleshoot or perform system/

rack maintenance. When you need direct access that you can depend on, the Avocent LCD 

console is a proven solution.

The single-rail solutions are available in 15, 17 and 19 inch models providing control of your 

PCs and servers. There are keyboard options with either PS2 or USB connections and 

trackball and touchpad pointing devices.  All models support 1280x1024 resolutions @ 60Hz. 

There is also a 17 inch dual rail model providing independent movement for the keyboard and 

LCD.

LCD Rack Console Benefi ts

 

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At-the-Rack Access.

 Provides 

convenient access and control to 

PCs and servers

 

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Security.

 A key lock prevents 

access to the keypad or LCD rack 

console (select models only)

 

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USB Access.

  USB pass-through 

feature provides direct access to 

USB media and other USB devices 

(select models only)

 

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Form Factor.

 The Avocent LCD rack 

consoles are easy to access and 

their 1U slide-in design does not 

compete for valuable rack space

 

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KVM Compatibility.

 The design is 

compatible with most Avocent 1U 

KVM switches to support new and 

legacy installations

 

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Support.

 The LCD17 dual rail rack 

console supports Sun® function 

keys and video. It also provides 

support for both USB and PS/2

 

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Clarity.

 Grade A monitor, models 

support 1280x1024 resolution @ 

60Hz

 

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OSD.

 On-Screen Display in 

multiple languages

 

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Mouse option.

 Models supporting 

touch pad or track ball are available

 

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Dual Rail Model.

 Slides out 

independent of the keyboard. You 

can view the display even when the 

rack door is closed

LCD Rack Consoles 

At-the-Rack Access to KVM Switches

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