8-Port Dual-Link DVI KVMP Switch with VGA Support (TAA Compliant)
GCS1208
MSRP: $999.95
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.
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.
Works with the following KVM Cables: G2L7D02U, G2L7D03U, G2L7D05U, G2L7D02UI, G2L7D03UI, and G2L5102U
*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
*Additional drivers and support may be needed
- 1 x GCS1208 8-port USB Dual Link DVI KVMP Switch
- 2 x Custom USB Dual Link DVI-D KVM Cable Sets (G2L7D02UD)
- 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 | QY3828 |
| DH | GCS1208 |
| Synnex | 3479064 |
| SKU | ECCN |
|---|---|
| GCS1208 | 5A992C |
| Function | GCS1208 |
|---|---|
| CPU Connectors | |
| Monitor | 8 x DVI-I ports (female) |
| Microphone | 8 x Microphone jack |
| Audio | 8 x Stereo earphone jack |
| Keyboard & Mouse | 8 x USB Type B sockets |
| Console Connectors | |
| Mouse | 1 x USB Type A socket |
| Keyboard | 1 x USB Type A socket |
| Monitor | 1 x VGA port (female) / 1 x DVI-I port (female) |
| Microphone | 2 x Microphone jack (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel) |
| Audio | 2 x Stereo earphone jack (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel) |
| LEDs | |
| Selected | 8 x Orange |
| On Line | 8 x Orange |
| USB Peripherals | 8 x Green |
| Power On | 1 x Dark Green |
| Video Resolution | 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 @30Hz (4K cable GHDDVIC4K3, 4K sources, and 4K monitor); 2560x1600 (Dual Link DVI), 1920x1200 (Single Link DVI), 2048x1536 (VGA) |
| Scan Interval | 1-255 secs (Default: 5 secs) |
| Port Selection | Front Panel Push Buttons; OSD; Hotkeys |
| Emulation | |
| Keyboard | USB |
| Mouse | USB |
| Computer Connections | |
| Direct | 8 |
| Daisy Chain or Cascading | Up to 512 (via Cascade) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 50 C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 - 60 C |
| Humidity | 0 - 80% RH |
| Peripheral Sharing | 2 x USB 2.0 |
| Housing | |
| Case | metal |
| Dimensions | GCS1208 |
|---|---|
| Unit Dimensions | |
| Height | 1.75 in. [4.4 cm] |
| Length | 17.2 in. [43.7 cm] |
| Depth | 6.3 in. [16.1 cm] |
| Unit Package Dimensions | |
| Height | 5.6 in. [14.3 cm] |
| Length | 21.9 in. [55.6 cm] |
| Depth | 9.6 in. [24.2 cm] |
| Master Carton | |
| Height | 10.4 in. [26.3 cm] |
| Width | 22.3 in. [56.6 cm] |
| Depth | 18.2 in. [46.2 cm] |
| Master Carton Qty. | 3 |
| Weight | |
| Master Carton Wt. | 32 lbs [14.6 kg] |
| Unit Pack Wt. | 10.6 lbs [4.8 kg] |
| Unit Wt. w/accessories | 8.8 lbs [4.0 kg] |
| Unit Wt. | 6.4 lbs [2.9 kg] |
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