8-Port Dual Link DVI KVMP Switch with USB KVM Cables

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8-Port Dual Link DVI KVMP Switch with USB KVM Cables

MPN:

GCS1208KIT1

UPC: 881317511447 Availability: EOL
This product is EOL and is no longer being sold.

MSRP: $1,399.95


8-Port DVI & VGA KVMP Switch

IOGEAR's 8-port USB DVI VGA KVMP Switch allows access and control of up to 8 computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and either a DVI or VGA monitor console. Experience superior Dual-Link video resolution up to 2560x1600 with the freedom of choosing either DVI or VGA interface. This 8-Port VGA DVI KVM switch is a true out-of-the-box solution as it comes with a set of USB KVM cables.

Expanded Connectivity

Control a connection of up to 512 computers by cascading 3 levels of this 8-Port USB DVI & VGA KVMP from a set of console. The built-in USB 2.0 hub allows peripheral sharing between the connected system, backwards compatible with USB 1.1.

4K UHD Resolution

Achieve 3840 x 2160 @30Hz 4K UHD Resolution with this Dual-Link DVI KVM Switch using IOGEAR’s 4K HDMI to DVI-D Converter Cable GHDDVIC4K3. With this reversible 4K cable, you may use 4K source and project to 4K monitors, without the need to upgrade your Dual-Link DVI KVM switch setup.

EDID Support

IOGEAR's Video DynaSync™ technology optimizes the display resolution. DynaSync*'s technology reads and remembers the monitor's parameters (EDID) so there is no delay or change of video resolution when switching between, or booting computers. Simplify your centralized connectivity!

Simple Switching Methods

Easily switch between connected computers by either manually pressing the front panel push buttons, entering hotkey combinations from the keyboard, or via on-screen display (OSD) system. A convenient auto-scan feature permits automatic scanning and monitoring of activities on all connected.

2.1 Surround Sound

Enjoy surround sound as this 8-port DVI & VGA KVMP provides 2.1 audio and microphone support, as well as multimedia keyboard support.

*IOGEAR’s DynaSync provides the EDID support for Windows 7

  • One USB console controls eight DVI or VGA computers
  • Supports both digital (DVI), analog (DVI) video and analog (VGA)
  • Superior video quality: 2560x1600 (Dual Link DVI), 1920x1200 (Single Link DVI), 2048x1536 (VGA); DDC2
  • Supports widescreen resolutions
  • Multiplatform support - Windows, Linux, Mac, Sun
  • Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and on-screen display (OSD)
  • Includes two USB 2.0 peripheral sharing ports
  • Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
  • Two-level (Administrator / User) password authorization for enhanced security protection
  • Cascadable to three levels – control up to 512 computers
  • IOGEAR's DynaSync* technology reads and remembers the monitor's parameters (EDID) so there is no delay or change of video resolution when switching between, or booting computers
  • Audio enabled – Full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel surround sound systems
  • Complete keyboard emulation for error-free booting
  • Console mouse port emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and multifunction mice
  • Mac / Sun keyboard support and emulation**
  • Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
  • Broadcast mode - allows you to send commands from the console to all computers to perform operations simultaneously
  • Firmware upgradable
  • HDCP compatible
  • Console audio ports on front panel for easy access

*IOGEAR's DynaSync provides the EDID support for Windows 7

**Note: PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac / Sun keyboards; Does not emulate Mac / Sun keyboard to PC keyboard

Console

  • Display Option #1 – A display with both DVI and VGA connection*
  • Display Option #2 - A display with DVI-I connection
  • Display Option #3 - One each of DVI and VGA displays
  • 1 set of USB keyboard and mouse

Computers

  • 1 DVI port
  • or 1 VGA port
  • 1 USB port

Operating Systems

  • Windows® Vista, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10
  • Mac OS 9 to 10.x 
  • Sun Solaris
  • Linux

*IOGEAR's Display Emulation Technology provides the EDID support for Windows 7

  • 1 x GCS1208 8-port USB Dual Link DVI KVMP Switch
  • 8 x 6ft Dual Link DVI-D USB KVM Cable
  • 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable
  • 1 x Power Adapter
  • 1 x Foot Pad Set (4 pcs)
  • 1 x User Manual
  • 1 x Rack Mounting Kit
Distributor Part #
Ingram QY5291
DH GCS1208KIT1
Synnex 3529113
SKU ECCN
GCS1208KIT1 5A992C
FunctionGCS1208KIT1
CPU Connectors
Monitor8 x DVI-I ports (female)
Microphone8 x Microphone jack
Audio8 x Stereo earphone jack
Keyboard & Mouse8 x USB Type B sockets
Console Connectors
Mouse1 x USB Type A socket
Keyboard1 x USB Type A socket
Monitor1 x VGA port (female) / 1 x DVI-I port (female)
Microphone2 x Microphone jack (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
Audio2 x Stereo earphone jack (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel)
LEDs
Selected8 x Orange
On Line8 x Orange
USB Peripherals8 x Green
Power On1 x Dark Green
Video Resolution4K UHD 3840 x 2160 @30Hz (4K cable GHDDVIC4K3, 4K sources, and 4K monitor); 2560x1600 (Dual Link DVI), 1920x1200 (Single Link DVI), 2048x1536 (VGA)
Scan Interval1-255 secs (Default: 5 secs)
Port SelectionFront Panel Buttons; OSD ; Hotkey
Emulation
KeyboardUSB
MouseUSB
Computer Connections
Direct8
Daisy Chain or CascadingUp to 512 (via Cascade)
Operating Temperature0 - 50 C
Storage Temperature-20 - 60 C
Humidity0 - 80% RH
Peripheral Sharing2 x USB 2.0
Housing
CaseMetal
DimensionsGCS1208KIT1
Unit Package Dimensions
Height10"
Length22"
Depth9"
Master Carton
Height10"
Width9"
Depth22"
Master Carton Qty.1
Weight
Master Carton Wt.15lbs

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