The IBM® 1U 18.5-inch Standard and Enhanced Media Consoles are cost-effective flat-panel console kits that offer a powerful and convenient way to manage space-constrained rack environments from a single console. These densely packed 1U solutions let you easily set up and control rack-mounted IBM System x® servers and IBM BladeCenter® chassis. They offer additional space savings by allowing the mounting of the KVM switch in the space behind the console. These kits include an 18.5-inch LCD display and accept an optional UltraNav keyboard available in 29 languages. The Enhanced Media Console comes standard with a multi-burner drive and dual USB ports for additional convenience. The enhanced model also features an optional smart card reader/Common Access Card (CAC) reader (available only in North America).

The features of the Standard and Enhanced Media Consoles include:

- Integrated 18.5-inch high-resolution display supports selectable display methods and resolutions - The flat-panel display extends well above the keyboard and offers an easy viewing angle - Installable in a rack - consumes only 1U of rack space - A 1U solution with the ability to mount a KVM switch behind the console to save space - Tool-less installation for ease of use and installation in minutes - Includes slides and cable-management arm so the unit can close and slide back into the rack - Provides easy local access and control of a server - Compatible with IBM Console Managers for control and access of multiple servers - Testing to ensure easy integration into System x and BladeCenter rack solutions - A complete, ready-to-install package - Optional keyboards with National Language Support