Tripp Lite's B022-U16 KVM Switch offers a secure way to control multiple computers from one keyboard, mouse and monitor, all In just 1U of rack space. Directly connect up to 16 computers, or up to 512 computers by daisy-chaining up to 31 additional B022-016 or B022-U16 KVM switches. USB/PS2 combo KVM cable kits allow you to connect to either a USB or PS/2 computer without the need for separate cable kits. Easily switch between the connected computers using the front panel push buttons, on-screen display (OSD) or keyboard hot key commands. Share a USB peripheral (flash drive, external hard drive, etc.) amongst the connected computers via the USB 1.1 hub port on the front of the unit. Add IP accessibility to the KVM switch and connected computers by connecting a Tripp Lite B051-000 IP Remote Access Unit. Other features include two levels of password protection (Up to 4 Users and 1 Administrator) and an Auto Scan feature that allows for monitoring of connected computers without having to manually switch between them. Compatible with Windows, Linux, MAC and SUN operating systems. Key Features Includes (2) 6ft P778-Series USB/PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kits USB/PS2 combo KVM cable kits allow you to connect to either a USB or PS/2 computer without the need for separate cable kits Allows for IP accessibility by connecting a Tripp Lite B051-000 IP Remote Access Unit A USB 1.1 hub port on the front panel allows a USB peripheral (flash drive, external hard drive, etc.) to be shared amongst connected computers Multiplatform support: Compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun Supports multimedia USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun Daisy-chain up to 31 additional B022-016 or B022-U16 KVM switches to connect up to 512 computers Daisy-chained station position is automatically sensed ? no need for manual DIP switch settings Station ID LED indicates the switches station position No software required Switch between connected computers via push buttons, keyboard hotkey commands or the on-screen display (OSD) menu OSD can be displayed in English, Spanish, French, German, or Japanese Auto-scan feature allows for continuous scanning of multiple computers Hot Pluggable: add/remove computers without powering down the KVM switch Two level password security: only authorized Users can view and control the connected computers (up to four Users and one Administrator) Superior video quality: supports resolutions on console up to 2048 x 1536 Rackmountable in 19? rack system (1U) Firmware upgradeable 1-Year limited warranty System Requirements A VGA monitor and USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse Computer/server with a HD15 port, and a USB port or PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports P778-Series USB/PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kit is required for each connected computer/server Supports Windows 2000 and higher, Linux, MAC OS 9 and higher, and SUN operating systems Package Includes B022-U16 16port NetDirector 1U Rackmount KVM Switch (2) P778-006 6ft USB/PS2 Combo KVM Cable Kits USB/PS2 Combo Console Cable Kit RJ45 to DB9 Firmware Upgrade Cable External Power Supply (Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5A Output: 5.3V, 2.4A) CD with Owners Manual and Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide Grounding Wire Rackmount Hardware Kit Rubber feet