HPE G4 16 Port IP KVM Console Switch with Remote Access

• Centralized access to enterprise server racks
• Remote administration of data center infrastructure
• Storage infrastructure management
• Networking equipment troubleshooting
• Virtualization host administration
• Multi-rack server deployment
• Infrastructure modernization projects
• Remote office and distributed IT management
• Data center expansion requiring KVM tiering
• Business continuity and remote support operations

• 16 server connection ports
• Supports up to 2 simultaneous users
• One remote user and one local user configuration
• Two-level cascading supports up to 256 servers
• IP-based remote KVM functionality
• Remote and local virtual media support
• Dual local VGA and USB console connectivity
• Dedicated LAN and RJ-45 management connectivity
• Tiering support for larger server environments
• Supports compatible KVM interface adapters
• Programmable scanning for connected systems
• Supports multiple space-saving rack installation methods
• Supports horizontal 1U rack mounting
• Supports 0U side mounting in compatible HPE racks
• Supports centralized management of compute, storage and networking equipment

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: Q1P55A
• Product Name: HPE 1x2x16 G4 KVM IP Console Switch
• Product Family: HPE Advanced IP KVM
• Server Ports: 16
• Maximum Simultaneous Users: 2
• User Configuration: 1 remote user and 1 local user
• Maximum Servers with Cascading: 256
• Cascading: Two levels
• Tiering Support: Yes
• Input Voltage: 100–240VAC auto-sensing and auto-switching
• Rated Frequency: 50–60Hz
• Rated Input Current: 0.5–0.25A
• Maximum Input Power: 100W
• Maximum Heat Output: 340 BTU/hr
• Dimensions H x W x D: 4.36 x 43.8 x 16.99 cm
• Weight: 2.04 kg
• Rack Mounting: Horizontal 1U and compatible 0U HPE rack mounting options
• Local Console Connectivity: VGA and USB
• Management Connectivity: RJ-45
• LAN Connectivity: Yes

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Organizations choose Q1P55A when they need centralized IP-based access to a larger server environment without deploying a separate console for every system. Its 16-port capacity, two-user operation and two-level cascading to 256 servers provide substantially more growth headroom than an 8-port G4 KVM, while flexible 1U and 0U mounting helps preserve valuable rack space. Remote access and virtual media capabilities can also reduce the need for physical intervention during administration and troubleshooting, supporting operational efficiency and infrastructure lifecycle management.