Avocent MPU1016-001 16-port KVM switch 1280x1024 75Hz

16-Port KVM Switch for Server Racks

The Avocent MPU1016-001 is a MergePoint Unity digital KVM switch that lets a single operator manage up to sixteen servers from one console. It uses RJ-45 cables to carry keyboard, mouse and video signals from each connected computer, reducing cable count in dense rack environments. The unit is designed for administrators who need direct, hardware-level access to multiple headless systems without relying on network-based remote management tools. It suits data-centre racks, lab rows and branch-office server closets where space and port density matter.

Sustained Operation at 1280 x 1024 75 Hz

Video output remains stable at 1280 x 1024 resolution and 75 Hz refresh across all sixteen ports during extended switching sessions. The digital architecture avoids the signal degradation that can appear on analogue multi-port switches after hours of continuous use. Dual redundant AC inputs at 110 V and 220 V keep the switch powered through mains fluctuations, so the console stays active even when one feed fails. No fan noise or thermal throttling is specified, indicating passive cooling suited to quiet server rooms.

Check Rack Depth and Console Cabling

Verify that your rack provides enough depth for the 17 x 13.38 x 1.72 inch chassis and that the 8.10 lb weight is within the shelf or rail rating. The console side requires a single 15-pin HD-15 video cable and two USB 2.0 ports for keyboard and mouse, so confirm your monitor and peripherals match those connectors. Each server needs an RJ-45 KVM dongle or cable assembly compatible with the MergePoint Unity platform; standard Ethernet patch cords will not carry the required keyboard, mouse and video signals.