Tripp Lite's 16-Port NetDirector 1U Rackmount Cat5 KVM Switch, is the next generation of our cost-effective, feature rich, KVM switches. It's sleek, 1U design and compact size, features RJ45 connection ports that utilize inexpensive Cat5 patch cables, reducing the amount of cable clutter normally found with traditional KVM cabling. Easily switch between CPU's with Push Buttons, Hot-Key commands, or built-in On Screen Display (OSD) menu function. Daisy-chaining allows connection to up to 512 computers. Compatible with PS/2 and USB computers, VGA, SVGA, or XGA monitors, as well as the following OS platforms: DOS, Windows (all versions), LINUX, UNIX, HP UX, and SUN. Supports both PS/2 and USB Mouse and Keyboards into the switch. One year limited warranty. Key Features Directly connect up to 16 computers; or, expand the number of connected computers to up to 512 by daisy-chaining up to 31 additional levels of B064-016 KVM Switches Control multiple computers from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. Both USB and PS/2 keyboards and mice are supported RJ45 connectors and Cat5e/6 cable allow for a more efficient installation 1U Rackmountable...Rackmount hardware Included Quickly access connected computers via On Screen Display (OSD), Push-button or Hotkey commands Firmware upgradeable using the included RJ11 to DB9 firmware upgrade cable Multi-language support; OSD can be displayed in English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese or Simplified Chinese Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, UNIX, Novell, Sun and DOS operating systems.Supports video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 (60Hz) at 131 ft. (40 m.), or up to 1280 x 1024 (75Hz) at 164 ft. (50 m.) Two-level password security; add up to 1 Administrator and 10 User accounts Use Server Interface Units B055-001-PS2 or B055-001-USB 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 1A Power Consumption: 120V (6.7W ), 230V ( 7.3W ) Compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) for GSA Schedule purchases Typical Applications B064-016 is also the expansion unit used with Tripp Lite B064 Series of IP Based KVM switches System Requirements Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, UNIX, Novell, Sun and DOS operating systems KVM INPUT A monitor with a VGA (HD15) input that is capable of supporting the highest video resolution that you will be using on the connected computers A USB or PS/2 mouse A USB or PS/2 keyboard CONNECTED COMPUTERS A VGA (HD15) input A USB A Female port, or two PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports Package Includes B064-016 KVM Switch Rackmount Hardware RJ11 to DB9 Firmware Upgrade Cable C13 to 5-15P Power Cord Grounding Wire Foot Pads Owner's Manual CD