QuickSpecs
HPE KVM Analog Console Switches QuickSpecs
Looking for a simple and intuitive solution that allows you to access and manage servers across your entire network?
HPE KVM Analog Console Switches allow you to view and manage up to 256 rackmount servers across your data center through a single user interface. HPE KVM Analog Console Switches utilize a local On-Screen Display (OSD) interface, accessed through a rack console such as the HPE LCD8500, which provides intuitive menus for accessing each attached server or serial managed device.
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HPE’s G3 KVM Analog Console Switches support an optional USB Remote Access Key that allows you to upgrade to KVM-over-IP functionality, providing remote access and management via the On-Board Web Interface (OBWI). New G3 models also support HPE Power Discovery Services and Location Discovery Services when connected to the appropriate power distribution unit and KVM rack console.
HPE KVM Analog Console Switches are available in 8 and 16-Port versions. Standard rack mounting of the KVM Analog Console Switch will share 1U (1.75") of front panel rack space with the rack console. However, each model can also be mounted in a "zero U" profile by mounting in the side rails of the rack.
Why do you need a KVM Analog Console Switch for your rack?
- − Local access to each server from the data center floor via a KVM Analog Console.
- − Remote, out-of-band access to all connected servers in the data center.
- − Local and remote access to a mixed IT environment where more than one brand of server is in use.
Why HPE?
- − HPE Services operational services purchased for servers and storage extend to our rack and power infrastructure products such as racks, power distribution units, uninterruptible power systems, and KVM console switches. What is the Hewlett Packard Enterprise advantage for you? You don’t have to spend additional budget to cover extended warranties and services for your rack and power infrastructure as you would with non-Hewlett Packard Enterprise products.
- − HPE rack and power infrastructure products are designed and developed to be used specifically with Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers and storage. What is the Hewlett Packard Enterprise advantage for you? You can use HPE rack and power products with non-HPE IT equipment; however, when used with Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers, you are able to take advantage of various server and IP-based tools used for maintaining and managing all the equipment in the rack.
- − While you have many choices for rack and power infrastructure products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers and extensive range of rack, power, and KVM products to meet all your needs. What is the Hewlett Packard Enterprise advantage for you? Hewlett Packard Enterprise can help to simplify IT purchasing, installation, usage, and maintenance for your organization by providing a single point of contact for all your needs
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HPE 0x1x8 G3 KVM Analog Console Switch
| Item | Description | Item | Description |
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| 1. | Power cord connector | 6. | Server connection ports 1–8 |
| 2. | Fan | 7. | Console port USB ports |
| 3. | System health LED | 8. | DIAG port |
| 4. | RJ-45 tiering port | 9. | LAN port |
| 5. | Console port video connector | | |
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HPE 0x2x16 G3 KVM Analog Console Switch
| Item | Description | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Power cord connector | 7. | Server connection ports 1–8 |
| 2. | Fan | 8. | Server connection ports 9–16 |
| 3. | System health LED | 9. | Console port B USB ports |
| 4. | RJ-45 tiering port | 10. | Console port A USB ports |
| 5 | Console port A video connector | 11. | DIAG port |
| 6. | Console port B video connector | 12. | LAN port |
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Connecting the Console Switch to the Interface Adapter (IA) on a Server
| Item | Description | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Server | 3. | USB Interface Adapter (IA) |
| 2. | Console Switch | | |
Using HPE KVM Analog Console Switch in a Tiered Configuration
| Item | Description | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Server | 5. | KVM cable |
| 2. | Interface Adapter (IA) | 6. | Main HPE IP Console Switch |
| 3. | UTP CAT5 cable or higher | 7. | Local port |
| 4. | UTP CAT5 cable or higher | 8. | Tiered HPE KVM Server Console Switch |
Models | ||
| HPE G3 KVM Analog Console Switches | HPE 0x1x8 G3 KVM Console Switch HPE 0x2x16 G3 KVM Console Switch | AF651A AF652A |
| What’s in the box | Each KVM Console Switch ships with the following items:
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- – On-Screen Display (OSD) – displays system-related information on the console monitor, such as selected server name, status, power-up test data and configuration menus.
- – Remote Access upgrades – use the USB Remote Access Key (AF650A) to activate remote access capabilities, turning your analog switch into a digital switch.
- – On-Board Web Interface (OBWI) – built-in web server providing remote management of the KVM.
- – Programmable Scanning – An evaluation of system performance can be made by sequentially scanning any or all of the computers in the system. Programmable scanning allows you to determine which computers to include as well as the duration of the connection.
- – HPE Power Discovery Services (PDS) – integrated support for HPE PDS when connected to an HPE Intelligent PDU (iPDU).
- – HPE Location Discovery Services (LDS) – integrated support for HPE Location Discovery services (LDS) when connected to the HPE LCD8500 Rackmount KVM Console.
- – Password Protection – For protection against unauthorized users, the switch box provides a password option for security purposes.
- – Multiple Space Saving 0U Installation Methods –
- • Side Mount - Rails are provided for mounting the unit to the side of rack cabinets with side mounting capability.
- • Rear Rack Mount - HPE Console Switches may be mounted behind an HPE rack mounted keyboard and monitor with slide rails provided with the switch.
- – Support for variety of server connections with Interface Adapters
- • PS/2
- • USB
- • VT 100 serial console support
- • BladeSystems support via front diagnostics connector
Multi-user console switches
The multi-user KVM Console Switch has two user ports for multiple user consoles, and multiple system ports as well (many-to-many). The multi-user console offer expanded flexibility, such as the following scenarios:
- – Simultaneous control of servers in both the data center and in other remote locations.
- – If there are multiple network administrators, a multiple console switch allows each of them to access all of the servers in their data center to diagnose problems, all from separate locations.
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Related Options | ||
| Remote Access Key | HPE USB Remote Access Key for G3 KVM Console Switches | AF650A |
| Interface Adapters | HPE KVM Console USB Interface Adapter | AF628A |
| HPE KVM Console USB/Display Port Interface Adapter | AF654A | |
| HPE Tech Care | HPE Install Rack and Rack Options Service | U2871E |
| Server Console Port Analog Switches | Dimensions | Height | 1.72 in (4.36 cm) |
| Width | 17 in (43.8 cm) | ||
| Depth | 6.5 in (16.51 cm) | ||
| Weight | 4.6 lb (2.04 kg) | ||
| Power Requirements | Rated Voltage | 100 to 240V AC | |
| Rated Frequency | 50 to 60 Hz | ||
| Rated Input Current | 0.5A | ||
| Output Power | 20W (max) | ||
| Inrush Current | 60A max @ 120 VAC cold start | ||
| Heat | 79 BTU/hr (max) | ||
| Temperature | Operating | 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C) | |
| Transit | −22° to 140°F (−30° to 60°C) | ||
| Storage | −4° to 140°F (−20° to 60°C) | ||
| Relative Humidity (non-condensing) | Operating | 20% to 80% | |
| Non-operating | 5% to 95% | ||
| Video Modes Supported | VGA, SVGA, XGA | |
| CAT5 Cable lengths and Video Resolution Restrictions | |||
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| | 1280 x 1024 | 1024 x 768 | 800 x 600 |
| 50 ft (15 m) cable length | Y | Y | Y |
| 75 ft (22 m) cable length | - | Y | Y |
| 100 ft (30 m) cable length | - | - | Y |
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| Date | Version History | Action | Description of Change |
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| 16-Feb-2026 | Changed | New branding applied to document | |
| 04-Dec-2023 | Changed | Service and Support Section was updated | |
| 15-Nov-2021 | Changed | Service and Support Section was updated | |
| 01-Oct-2018 | Changed | Models were updated. | |
| 02-Jul-2018 | Changed | Models Section was Updated | |
| 05-Mar-2018 | Changed | Overview section was revised. | |
| 23-Oct-2017 | Changed | Care Pack naming and Service and Support- Parts and Materials updated. | |
| 31-Mar-2016 | Added | Added new interface adapters. | |
| | | Changed | Overview, Models, and Related Options were revised. |
| | | Removed | HPE G2 KVM Analog Console Switches section was removed from the QuickSpecs. |
| 09-Feb-2015 | Added | Added new G3 models | |
| | | Changed | Title was changed from HPE KVM Server Console Switch to HPE KVM Analog Console Switches. Overview, Models, Standard Features, HPE Server Support, Service and Support, Related Options, and Technical Specifications sections were revised. |
| 18-Feb-2014 | Changed | Interface Adapters was revised. | |
| 20-Nov-2013 | Changed | The title has changed. | |
| 20-Sep-2013 | Removed | Removed a Note from the Overview section. | |
| 20-Jun-2011 | Changed | Changes were made throughout the QuickSpecs. | |
| 16-Feb-2011 | Changed | Service and Support Offerings was changed to HPE Services operational in Service and Support, HPE Services operational, and Warranty Information, What's New was removed from the Overview and Serial Interface Adapter, 1-pack with power supply was removed from Interface Adapters. | |
| 25-Nov-2009 | Changed | HPE Server console switch 0x2x8 was added to Multi-user console switches and Single-user console switches was removed. | |
| 16-Nov-2009 | Added | HPE TAA Server console switch 0x2x16 was added. | |
| 27-Apr-2009 | Changed | Changes were made to the What's New, Models, and Which Model is best? sections. | |
| 10-Nov-2008 | Changed | Changed the Multi-user Console Switches Part Number from 366045-B21 to 336045-B21. | |
| 11-Jan-2008 | Removed | Removed the Expansion Module from the Related Options section. | |
| 28-Dec-2007 | Removed | Removed AF100A. | |
| 05-Sep-2007 | Added | Added the Environment-friendly Products and Approach object to the Technical Specifications section. | |
| 13-Feb-2007 | Changed | Changed the Single-user Console Switch Part Number. | |
| 12-Feb-2007 | Changed | Changes made within the What's New, Related Options, Features and the HPE Server Support sections. | |
| 20-Mar-2006 | Changed | Minor changes made in all sections except TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. | |
| 13-Jan-2006 | Changed | Minor change made in OVERVIEW - Features (Multiple Space Saving OU Installation Methods) and HPE SERVER SUPPORT - HPE Unix Server Support. | |
| 26-Sep-2005 | Changed | Minor formatting changes made throughout the QuickSpecs. | |
| 08-Apr-2005 | Added | Added Care Pack Installation P/N's. Added Output Power, Heat and CAT 5 Cable lengths and Video Resolution Restrictions to Technical Specifications. | |
| 13-Dec-2004 | Changed | Every section of this QuickSpecs was revised except for Technical Specifications. The images were moved above the Service and Support section. | |
| 06-Aug-2004 | Changed | This QuickSpecs has been completely revised, including format and content. | |
| 23-Mar-2004 | Changed | Models Corrected the part number for the USB Interface Adapter – 1 pack from 366047-B21 to 336047-B21. | |
| 18-Mar-2004 | Changed | Technical Specifications Corrected the callouts for the Components Image. | |
| 20-Nov-2003 | Changed | Overview-Features Multiple Space Saving 0U Installation Methods HPE Console Switches may be mounted behind a HPE Integrated Keyboard and Drawer (257054-XXX), the TFT5110R rack monitor or the TFT5600 rack mounted keyboard and monitor with slide rails are provided with the switch. | |
| 17-Nov-2003 | New | New QuickSpecs |
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