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Silver 1U rackmount KVM switch with front RJ-45 and PS/2 ports

Avocent

Avocent DSR1020-001 16-port KVM switch 1280 x 1024

SKU CH-Z8S1-N427R MPN DSR1020-001

Controls sixteen servers from one VGA console at 1280 x 1024 with BIOS-level IP access

  • PC connections16 x RJ-45 Server
  • Console ports1 x RJ-45 Remote User 1 × 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) Mouse Local
  • Computer ports16 Ports
  • Monitor ports1 Port
  • Supported video resolution1280 × 1024
  • Monitor supportVGA, SVGA and Multi-Sync
  • Control 16 servers from one console via 16 RJ-45 ports
  • Access BIOS-level functions remotely over IP for full server management
  • Connect a local VGA monitor up to 1280 x 1024 resolution
  • Operate reliably in 0°C to 40°C data centre environments
  • Fit standard 1U racks with 17-inch width and 1.72-inch height

16-port KVM over IP for data centres

The Avocent DSR1020-001 is a 16-port KVM over IP switch that gives BIOS-level control of servers and serial-based devices. It supports a maximum video resolution of 1280 x 1024 across VGA, SVGA and Multi-Sync monitors. The unit operates in temperatures from 0ºC to 40ºC and weighs 7.3 lb without cables. It is built for administrators who need remote access to multiple systems from a single console.

Rackmount chassis with mixed console ports

The 1U-high chassis measures 1.72" in height, 17" in width and 10.98" in depth for standard rack installation. Server connections use sixteen RJ-45 ports while the local console provides a VGA HD-15 port plus PS/2 keyboard and mouse mini-DIN connectors. A single RJ-45 remote user port enables IP-based access and a USB port allows connection to external media or peripherals. External modem support is included for out-of-band management when the network is unavailable.

Check server cabling and console requirements

Verify that each target server can connect through an RJ-45 KVM dongle or cable compatible with the DSR1020-001. Confirm that the local console monitor accepts a 15-pin D-Sub VGA signal at 1280 x 1024 resolution. Ensure PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports are available if you plan to use the local console directly. The remote IP session requires a network path to the switch and a Java-capable browser or viewer. Buyers needing digital video inputs such as DVI, HDMI or DisplayPort cannot use this model.

How it compares

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Price $2,436.99
Pricier than about 93% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAvocent
Model nameDSR1020-001
Product typeD-Sub, USB, PS/2
Display
Supported video resolution1280 × 1024
Graphics
Monitor supportVGA, SVGA and Multi-Sync
Ports & slots
PC connections16 x RJ-45 Server
Console ports1 x RJ-45 Remote User
1 × 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) Mouse Local User
1 × 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) Keyboard Local User
1 × 15-pin D-Sub (HD-15) VGA Local User
Computer ports16 Ports
Monitor ports1 Port
Size & build
Product dimensions1.72 in Height × 17 in Width × 10.98 in Depth
Product weight7.3 lb - Without cable
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 76 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0ºC to 40ºC(32ºF to 104ºF)

Questions about this item

What resolution does the 1280 x 1024 video output cap at for connected servers?

The switch supports a maximum video resolution of 1280 x 1024 for all 16 connected servers, compatible with VGA, SVGA and Multi-Sync monitors.

What rack depth and height does the 1.72-inch high, 10.98-inch deep chassis require?

The unit occupies 1U of rack height at 1.72 inches and needs a cabinet depth of at least 10.98 inches, weighing 7.3 lb without cables.

How are the 16 servers connected via RJ-45, and what cabling step is often missed?

Each server links through a dedicated RJ-45 port using Avocent server interface modules; the step often missed is attaching the correct module to each server before cabling to the switch.

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