APC KVM 2G Server Module PS/2 - KVM-PS2

APC by Schneider Electric KVM-PS2 PS/2 KVM Server Module

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric KVM-PS2 is a server-side interface module designed for the APC KVM 2G switch family. It bridges a PS/2-equipped server to the KVM fabric via a single RJ-45 connection, keeping cable runs clean and consistent across the rack. If your data center still runs PS/2-interface servers alongside newer USB systems, the KVM-PS2 lets you integrate those machines into a centralized APC KVM console without a separate adapter chain.

The module presents two connectors on the server side — a PS/2 port for keyboard/mouse and a D-Sub (VGA) port for video — and a single RJ-45 jack on the switch side. That RJ-45 connection carries keyboard, video, and mouse signals over standard Cat cable back to the KVM switch, simplifying rack wiring and reducing the number of cables per server to one run.

Key Features

• PS/2 + D-Sub server connectors: Matches the keyboard, mouse, and VGA ports found on legacy rack servers and workstations — no dongles or conversion cables required at the server end.
• RJ-45 switch interface: A single Cat cable from the module to the KVM switch replaces three separate cables (keyboard, mouse, video), reducing rack clutter and simplifying cable management in dense 1U/2U server environments.
• Broad OS compatibility: Works with Windows, Sun, Unix, and Linux systems, so a mixed-OS rack — common in colocation and enterprise data center environments — can be managed from a single console without per-OS module variants.
• Compact form factor: Package footprint of 125 × 129 × 42 mm and 170 g makes it easy to stage multiple modules before deployment and store spares without consuming meaningful rack-room inventory space.
• Black finish: Matches standard APC rack hardware aesthetics for a consistent look in open-frame and enclosed rack enclosures.

Integration & Compatibility

The KVM-PS2 (often searched as KVM PS2) is purpose-built for the APC KVM 2G switch platform. Verify your KVM switch model supports PS/2 server modules before ordering — APC's KVM 2G line also offers USB server modules for newer servers. In a mixed environment, you can combine PS/2 and USB modules on the same KVM switch, assigning each module to the appropriate server. Compatible operating systems include Windows, Sun, Unix, and Linux. Pair these modules with the appropriate KVM cabling for clean rack builds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What KVM switches is the KVM-PS2 compatible with?

A: The KVM-PS2 is designed for the APC KVM 2G switch family. Confirm compatibility with your specific KVM switch model number before purchasing.

Q: What connectors does the KVM-PS2 use on the server side?

A: The server-side connectors are PS/2 (keyboard and mouse) and D-Sub (VGA video). The switch side uses a single RJ-45 jack.

Q: Does the KVM-PS2 support USB servers?

A: No. The KVM-PS2 is specifically for PS/2-interface servers. APC offers a separate USB server module for servers with USB keyboard/mouse ports.

Q: Which operating systems are supported?

A: Windows, Sun, Unix, and Linux are all listed as compatible operating systems for the KVM-PS2.

Q: How does the module connect to the KVM switch?

A: Via a single RJ-45 connection, which carries keyboard, video, and mouse signals over Cat cable to the KVM 2G switch.

Eden Phillips

The KVM-PS2 does one thing and does it without drama: it connects a PS/2-interface server to an APC KVM 2G switch via a single RJ-45 run. If you are managing a rack with legacy servers that still have PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports alongside a D-Sub VGA output, this module eliminates the three-cable mess at the server end and routes everything over a single Cat cable back to your console.

Technical Highlights:

• PS/2 + D-Sub server interface: Directly mates with PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports and VGA on legacy servers — no dongle chain, no signal conversion box sitting behind the server.
• Single RJ-45 switch connection: One cable to the KVM switch replaces three, which matters when you are cable-managing a 24U or 42U rack and every inch of horizontal cable manager counts.
• Multi-OS support: Windows, Sun, Unix, and Linux compatibility means a mixed-heritage server rack — common in colocation and enterprise data centers that have accumulated hardware across generations — does not need separate module SKUs per OS.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your APC KVM 2G switch model explicitly supports PS/2 server modules — the same switch chassis may have been sold in variants that accept only USB modules or require a firmware baseline for mixed-module deployments.
• The KVM-PS2 is not a universal adapter — if your server has USB keyboard/mouse ports only, you need the APC USB server module instead. Mixing module types on the same switch is typically supported, but confirm against your switch's compatibility matrix.

This module fits best in enterprise data centers and colocation environments where legacy PS/2 servers remain in production and must be folded into a centralized KVM console alongside newer hardware — avoiding a parallel out-of-band management solution just for older machines.