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HP AF616A 8-Port KVM Switch 1280 x 1024

SKU CH-VPXZ-K1V7N MPN AF616A

Eight-port KVM switch manages up to 256 servers from one console with 1280 x 1024 video and on-screen display

  • Computer ports8 Ports
  • Supported video resolution1280 × 1024
  • Product typeD-Sub, USB, PS/2
  • Key featuresOn-Screen Display (OSD) - Displays system-related informatio
  • Product dimensions11.75 in × 20.5 in × 7.75 in
  • Product weight13.2 lb (5.99 kg)
  • Manage 8 servers from one console with 8-port KVM switch
  • View crisp 1280 x 1024 video on connected monitor
  • Navigate servers easily using on-screen display menus
  • Expand control to 256 computers with cascaded switches
  • Rack-mountable unit fits standard enclosures at 13.2 lbs

8-Port KVM Switch for Rack Management

The HP AF616A connects up to eight servers to a single keyboard, monitor and mouse console. It supports video resolution of 1280 x 1024 and uses D-Sub, USB and PS/2 interfaces for computer connections. An on-screen display provides intuitive menus for selecting attached systems. The unit measures 11.75" x 20.5" x 7.75" and weighs 13.2 lbs.

Passive Operation With No Active Cooling

As a non-powered switching device, the unit generates no measurable heat and produces no fan noise during normal use. It draws negligible power from the connected server ports to operate the OSD and port-selection logic. There are no thermal constraints to consider when installing the switch in a standard rack environment.

Replaces Multiple Consoles in Dense Racks

The switch eliminates the need for a dedicated keyboard, monitor and mouse at every server, reducing hardware cost and rack space. Cascading compatible units can expand management to 256 computers from one console. The upgrade is worthwhile when consolidating control of multiple legacy servers that use VGA and PS/2 or USB peripherals. It does not suit installations requiring digital video inputs or remote IP access.

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Price $557.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model nameAF616A
Product typeD-Sub, USB, PS/2
Display
Supported video resolution1280 × 1024
Ports & slots
Computer ports8 Ports
Size & build
Product dimensions11.75 in × 20.5 in × 7.75 in
Product weight13.2 lb (5.99 kg)
Shipping weight5.44 kg
Package size381 × 203 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

How do I connect the eight servers to the AF616A using D-Sub, USB and PS/2 cables, and what step is often missed?

Attach each server's video, keyboard and mouse cables to the matching ports on the rear of the switch, then use the on-screen display to assign a unique name to every port so the OSD menu shows the correct server when you switch.

What part of the AF616A will need replacement first in a rack environment?

The front-panel buttons and the internal switching relays that route the video and USB signals are the components most likely to wear out after repeated daily switching between the eight connected servers.

At what video resolution does the AF616A stop scaling cleanly during long sessions?

The switch supports a maximum of 1280 x 1024; pushing a higher resolution from any connected server will result in a blank or distorted image on the console monitor.

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