Description
Raritan MC16E MasterConsole 16-Channel KVM Switch VGA PS/2 Auto Scan
The Raritan MC16E MasterConsole is a 16-channel KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch made by Raritan Computer, Inc. (RCI) of Belle Mead, New Jersey. It allows a single VGA monitor, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse to control up to 16 servers or computers, with front-panel Bank and Channel LED displays showing the active connection at a glance.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Raritan Computer, Inc. (RCI) — MasterConsole Series
- Model: MC16E
- Channels: 16 (organized in banks)
- Video Interface: VGA (HD-15) monitor output; TTL monitor output also present on rear
- Keyboard/Mouse Interface: PS/2
- Rear Ports: DB25 multi-server port banks (8 banks visible, each with dual DB25 connectors for CH1/CH2 per bank), VGA Monitor Out, TTL Monitor Out, PS/2 Keyboard In
- Front-Panel Display: Dual red LED indicators — Bank No. and Channel No. — with Scan Time label
- Front-Panel Controls: Auto Scan, Auto Skip, Next Bank (illuminated blue push buttons); Remote buttons; red ON/OFF rocker power switch
- Hot Key Control: Full hot key command set printed on top of unit (channel/bank select, Auto Scan, Auto Skip, scan interval, activator key reassignment)
- AC Power: 100–120V / 200–240V AC, 60Hz/50Hz, 2.5A / 1.25A (universal input)
- AC Socket: 2/1A; circuit breaker present on side panel
- Certifications: UL Listed (I.T.E. 1F61 C)
- Form Factor: Desktop / 1U-style rackmountable chassis
- Country of Manufacture: United States
- Included: Unit only — no KVM cables included unless visible in photos
Applications
The MasterConsole MC16E belongs to Raritan's well-established line of KVM switches, widely used in data centers, server rooms, and IT labs throughout the 1990s and into the 2000s to centralize control of multiple servers at a single console station. By sharing one keyboard, monitor, and mouse across up to 16 machines, administrators could manage servers without dedicated peripherals at each rack position — reducing hardware clutter and desk space significantly. The Auto Scan feature cycles through active channels automatically for monitoring, while Auto Skip bypasses channels with no connected computer. The Bank/Channel organization supports scaling to large multi-switch installations via daisy-chaining or cascading. Today, the MC16E is primarily sought by legacy lab environments, educational institutions, and operators still running PS/2-era servers or workstations who need a proven analog KVM solution with no software or drivers required.
This Raritan MC16E MasterConsole 16-channel KVM switch has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The chassis is clean with light cosmetic wear typical of a pulled unit — some scuffing is visible on the front panel edges. The front-panel LED displays and blue illuminated buttons are intact. It was pulled from a working environment. Unit only; no KVM cables are included unless visible in the photos. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Raritan |
Model: |
MC16E |
MPN: |
MC16E |
Type: |
16-Channel KVM Switch |
SKU: |
7950 |
Series: |
MasterConsole |
Manufacturer: |
Raritan Computer, Inc. (RCI) |
Number of Ports: |
16 |
Video Interface: |
VGA |
Keyboard/Mouse Interface: |
PS/2 |
Monitor Output: |
VGA (HD-15) |
TTL Monitor Output: |
Yes |
Power Requirements: |
100-120V / 200-240V AC, 60Hz/50Hz, 2.5/1.25A |
AC Socket: |
2/1A |
Form Factor: |
Desktop / Rackmount |
Front Panel Display: |
LED Bank No. and Channel No. display |
Features: |
Auto Scan, Auto Skip, Next Bank, Remote, Hot Key Control |
Connector Type (Ports): |
DB25 (multi-port banks on rear) |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no cables included unless shown in photos. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Compatible With: |
PS/2 keyboard/mouse and VGA monitor systems |
Condition Notes: |
Raritan MC16E MasterConsole 16-channel KVM switch inspected and in good used condition. Light cosmetic wear on front panel edges. Pulled from a working environment. Unit only — no KVM cables included. Please contact us with any questions. |