HP 286598-001 Hewlett-Packard HP ProCurve networking / enterprise server hardware Datacentre Switch

The HP 286598-001 is an IP Server Console KVM Switch, a 1x1x16 configuration giving one local user and one remote IP user shared KVM (keyboard/video/mouse) access to up to 16 attached servers. It lets an administrator manage a rack of servers from a single console locally, or remotely over the network via its IP access module, without needing individual monitors, keyboards and mice at every server or physical access to the server room for routine console tasks. Units like this were a standard part of HP’s server console infrastructure through the 2000s, typically deployed in server rooms or co-location racks where physical console space is at a premium. A spare or replacement unit restores console access to its full complement of 16 attached servers. Tech-Star is UK-based and ships worldwide. Contact our sales team to confirm compatibility with your existing KVM cabling and server interface adapters, and for current stock and pricing.