Vertiv Small Form Factor Server Interface Module: VGA, USB Keyboard & Mouse Support

Elevate your data center management with the Vertiv Small Form Factor Server Interface Module, a compact, scalable solution designed to provide reliable local console access for remote servers. This lightweight module streamlines rack deployment while delivering essential connections for VGA video, USB keyboard, and USB mouse control. Built for dense environments and edge deployments, it enables technicians to perform BIOS-level access, maintenance, and troubleshooting without pulling servers out of racks. With a thoughtfully engineered small form factor, it integrates seamlessly into standard 19-inch rack setups, helping you maximize space efficiency while preserving robust console capabilities.

• Compact, space-saving design engineered for dense data centers and edge deployments; fits within standard 19-inch rack environments without compromising accessibility.
• VGA video output plus USB keyboard and USB mouse support provide familiar, reliable local console control for maintenance, BIOS access, and on-site troubleshooting.
• Dedicated interface module that enables rapid console access to connected servers while maintaining a tidy, organized rack footprint.
• Robust construction and dependable connectivity designed to withstand real-world data center conditions and continual rack operations.
• Flexible, scalable approach that supports expanding server estates; add modules as your infrastructure grows to preserve streamline management and console access.

Technical Details of Vertiv Small Form Factor Server Interface Module

• Product type: Server Interface Module for VGA, USB keyboard, and USB mouse support
• Interfaces: VGA video output; USB Type-A ports for keyboard and mouse
• Form factor: Small form factor designed for integration into standard rack environments
• Rack compatibility: Designed for standard 19-inch rack enclosures
• Console access: Provides direct console connectivity to connected servers for maintenance and management
• Connectivity footprint: Compact module that minimizes rack footprint while delivering essential console pathways
• Power and integration: Operates within standard rack infrastructure; power requirements follow typical rack-mounted module conventions
• Environmental suitability: Built for data center and controlled environments where reliable console access is required

How to install Vertiv Small Form Factor Server Interface Module

• Power down the equipment and prepare an available slot in a standard 19-inch rack for the Vertiv module.
• Install the module into the rack using the appropriate mounting hardware or rails specified for your enclosure.
• Connect the VGA video cable from the server’s VGA port to the module’s VGA input to enable local video output.
• Attach a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the module’s USB ports to enable direct console control and input.
• Power on the rack and verify console access to the connected servers; configure any required remote management settings through your existing infrastructure as needed.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the Vertiv Small Form Factor Server Interface Module used for?
  A: It provides compact, reliable VGA video and USB keyboard/mouse console connectivity to servers, enabling local maintenance and remote management workflows without occupying extensive rack space.
• Q: Which servers or environments are compatible?
  A: The module is designed for standard rack environments and standard server connectivity; refer to your data center specifications to ensure fit and compatibility with your hardware setup.
• Q: Does this module support remote management in addition to local console access?
  A: The device is focused on providing local console access via VGA and USB peripherals; remote management capabilities depend on your broader infrastructure and management tools external to this module.
• Q: How do I install the module in my rack?
  A: Follow the installation steps outlined in the “How to install” section: prepare rack space, mount the module, connect VGA and USB peripherals, then power on and verify console access.
• Q: Where can I find detailed specifications and compatibility information?
  A: Refer to the product documentation and vendor specifications provided by Vertiv for complete details, including mounting options, cable requirements, and environmental guidelines.