Adder RD1916US – 19" LCD Rack Drawer with 16-Port CATx KVM Switch

Product Overview

The Adder RD1916US is an ADDERView RDX 1000 series 1U rack drawer console that combines a 19-inch LCD, US keyboard, and touch-pad with an integrated 16-port CATx KVM switch. Built for server room and equipment rack management, this LCD KVM rack drawer gives administrators direct BIOS-level control of up to 16 computers from a single rack unit, with cascading support to as many as 256 machines. It is a complete rack console KVM solution for facilities that need both local control at the rack and a shared remote user over CATx cable.

Product Description

The RDX 1000 platform packs a premium-quality Samsung SXGA 1280 x 1024 TFT LCD panel, keyboard, and touch-pad into a compact 1U metal tray that slides into a standard 19-inch rack. The integrated 16-port switch connects to servers over neat RJ45 CATx cabling using Adder Computer Access Modules (CAMs), which are available for USB, PS/2, and Sun keyboard and mouse interfaces, giving the console true multi-platform capability across Windows, Linux, macOS, and Sun OS systems.

A defining capability of the RDX 1000 is its shared local-and-remote architecture. In addition to the operator at the rack, a second user can connect over CATx cable from up to 300 meters away using an ADDERLink X200 or X100 receiver and the console's integrated CATx extender, sharing access to all 16 connected computers. Video performance reaches resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 with DDC emulation and DC balancing for accurate color to both local and remote users.

System administrators can configure 16 separate user profiles with unique access privileges stored within the switch, and an advanced on-screen display handles device selection. An integrated RS232 port enables control of external devices such as power management units. Cascading a single ADDERView CATx 1000 switch extends control to 31 computers, and the RDX 1000 automatically detects cascade connections to scale up to 256 computers. A locking power connector protects against accidental disconnection in busy racks. Pair it with rack power management such as the Adder Technology lineup at Creation Networks, where you will also find CAMs, extenders, and the 17-inch RD1716US variant.

Key Features

• 19-Inch SXGA LCD Console — Premium Samsung 1280 x 1024 TFT panel with keyboard and touch-pad in a single 1U rack tray.
• Integrated 16-Port CATx KVM Switch — Controls 16 computers directly over RJ45 CATx connections without a separate switch chassis.
• Local Plus Remote User — A remote operator up to 300 m away can share access to all 16 computers via the integrated CATx extender and an ADDERLink X100/X200 receiver.
• Expandable to 256 Computers — Automatically detects cascaded ADDERView CATx 1000 switches to scale the system.
• True Multi-Platform Support — Flash-upgradeable CAMs for USB, PS/2, and Sun interfaces with continuous keyboard and mouse emulation.
• High Video Quality — Supports up to 1920 x 1200 with DDC emulation and DC balancing for full, true color.
• 16 Configurable User Profiles — Unique access privileges stored within the switch for controlled multi-administrator environments.
• RS232 Control Port — Triggers external devices such as power switching equipment.
• Locking Power Supply — Locking 3-pin 12 VDC connector guards against accidental disconnection.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio equipment rooms requiring at-rack control of playout and production servers
• Government space server rooms with multi-administrator access policies
• Commercial meeting space and campus head-end racks consolidating server control
• Training room infrastructure racks supporting lab and classroom servers

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What cabling and adapters do the servers need?
Each computer connects over standard CATx cable through an Adder Computer Access Module (CAM). CAMs are available for USB, PS/2, and Sun keyboard/mouse interfaces, plus DisplayPort variants.

Can a second administrator use the system at the same time?
Yes. One local user works at the drawer while a remote user up to 300 m away connects via CATx using an ADDERLink X100 or X200 receiver, sharing access to the 16 computers.

How far can the system scale?
Cascading one ADDERView CATx 1000 switch allows control of 31 computers; the RDX 1000 automatically detects cascades and supports up to 256 computers.

Which operating systems are supported?
All commonly known operating systems including Windows, Linux, macOS, and Sun OS, with country code reporting and continuous keyboard/mouse emulation.

What keyboard layout is included in this model?
The US suffix denotes a US English keyboard with a USA IEC mains lead. Other layouts exist under different suffixes.

Is a 17-inch version available?
Yes, the RD1716US offers the same integrated 16-port switch with a 17-inch panel. Both are available in the Adder Technology collection at Creation Networks.