MasterConsole Digital

8- 16- and 32-port CAT-5 KVM switches supporting digital/analog video and audio

connecting to serves up to 150 feet away, with models supporting two concurrent users and integrated LED console drawer

Employing state-of-the-art technologies in a compact device, Raritan's MasterConsole Digital KVM switches (MCD) and 17" LED console drawers with integrated KVM switches (MCD-LED) provides reliability, ease of use, and convenience that you need in your data center, lab or server room.

MasterConsole Digital is the next generation of CAT-5 KVM switches for small to midsized (SMB) IT environments. Building upon Raritan's history of success with KVM switches, it is ideal for performing system maintenance, administration, and troubleshooting. Master Console Digital supports the latest digital video interfaces and analog video, along with stereo audio. A single switch can connect to 8, 16, or 32 servers and can be cascaded 2 levels to support up to 1024 connections at distances up to 150 feet (45 meters).

Raritan's MasterConsole Digital KVM switch (MCD) is ideal for small to midsized businesses (SMB) who need to have a centralized point of access to multiple servers without the expense and clutter of a dedicated keyboard, mouse, and monitor for each computer or server. MCD supports the highest HD video resolution of up to 1920x1080 via standard Category 5/6 cabling. The multi-format video interface supports both analog (VGA) and digital (DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort) video inputs, with DVI-I output for the user console, that can support both analog and digital monitors. Stereo audio is also supported by using VGA combo cables or MCD's HDMI dongles.

MasterConsole® Digital KVM is available as a single-user switch and a dual-user switch to control multiple servers. It features KVM ports for 8, 16, or 32 servers and can be cascaded 2 levels to support up to 1024 connections at distances up to 150 feet (45 meters). Connecting to a computer is made easier with the use of standard Category 5/6 cables. MCD also provides a friendly OSD (On-Screen Display) interface and hotkeys for quick and easy access connected computers.

MasterConsole Digital series is also available as a space-saving 17" console drawer with an integrated KVM switch (MCD-LED) for convenient KVM access at-the-rack.

Cascade to access and control up to 1024 computers
Using standard Category 5/6 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables, MasterConsole Digital series can be cascaded two levels to access up to 1024 computers.

Easier and more intuitive operation
Operation is easier than ever with intuitive, user-friendly features, including:
• One-screen user interfaces and the front panel of the switch allow for simple set-up, control, and management
• Front panel LEDs allow for instant monitoring of server statuses
• On-screen display (OSD) interface enables fast and easy switching
• Computers can be labeled with meaningful names for quick identification and selection
• OSD menus can be operated with keyboard hot keys
• Password security ensures only authorized access to computers

Industry leading scalability and performance
Designed to provide maximum flexibility and versatility:
• KVM switches can be cascaded to control up to 1024 servers at distances up to 150 feet
• AutoSkip function bypasses inactive channels, while AutoScan function previews servers at variable rates
• "Keep-alive" technology maintains non-stop server operation, even in the event of power loss
• MCD KVM switches are firmware upgradeable and rack mountable

MCD Features and Benefits
• Single or dual user to control 8, 16 or 32 servers
• Control up to 1024 servers by cascading
• Support DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort digital video interfaces VGA analog video input
• High resolution video - 1920x1200 @75Hz (analog) and 1920x1080 [1080p] (digital)
• Secure password authentication

MCD-LED Features and Benefits
• 1U, small form factor design
• Single user control of 8 or 16 servers
• Control up to 512 servers by cascading
• Support DVI/HDMI/DisplayPort digital video interfaces VGA analog video input
• Widescreen resolution support up to 1920x1080 [1080p]