Technical Specifications:
- Part Numbers:
- Manufacturer Part Number: DKMMLED185-001
- Dell Part Number: A7485906
- Order Code: a7485906
- Brand: Dell / Vertiv (Avocent)
- Form Factor: 1RU (1.75 inches / 4.45 cm) rack-mountable
- Keyboard Language: International English
Display Specifications:
- Screen Size: 18.5 inches diagonal (measured corner to corner)
- Display Type: TFT active matrix LCD with LED backlight
- Panel Technology: A-Si (Amorphous Silicon) technology
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 widescreen format
- Native Resolution: WXGA 1366 × 768 pixels
- Pixel Pitch: 0.300 mm
- Color Support: 16.7 million colors (24-bit color depth)
- Backlight Technology: LED (Light-Emitting Diode) backlight
- Mercury-free, eco-friendly design
- Lower power consumption vs. traditional CCFL backlighting
- Longer lifespan and better color consistency
- Video Connector: D-Sub 15-pin VGA connector
- VESA Mode Support: 28 VESA standard video modes
- Power Management: VESA DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) compliant
- Plug-and-Play: DDC/EDID support for automatic configuration
Input Devices:
Integrated Keyboard:
- Full-function keyboard with international English layout
- Compact design optimized for rack mounting
- USB interface connection
Integrated Touchpad Mouse:
- Built-in touchpad pointing device
- Eliminates need for external mouse
- USB interface connection
Keyboard & Mouse Connectivity:
- USB interface for keyboard and touchpad
- Single cable connection to server or KVM switch
Connectivity & Expansion:
- Built-in USB 3.0 Hub: Dual USB 3.0 pass-through ports
- SuperSpeed USB for faster media access to servers
- Connect USB storage devices, authentication tokens, or other peripherals
- Convenient front-accessible ports for temporary device connections
Physical Specifications:
- Dimensions (W × D × H):
- Width: 43.04 cm (16.95 inches)
- Depth: 0.99 cm (0.39 inches) when closed
- Height: 25.46 cm (10.02 inches)
- Rack Height: 1U (1.75 inches)
- Weight: Approximately 10-12 lbs (varies slightly by configuration)
- Mounting: Standard 19-inch rack-mountable
Installation & Mounting:
ReadyRails II Compatibility:
- Tool-Less Installation: Compatible with square-hole and unthreaded round-hole racks
- Tooled Installation: Compatible with threaded round-hole racks
- Easy Deployment: Simplified installation process reduces setup time
- Versatile Rack Support: Works with most standard 19-inch server racks
Space-Saving Design:
- Can be mounted in the same 1U rack space with any currently shipping Dell KVM console switch
- Requires DRMK-77 mounting bracket when co-locating with Dell KVM switches
- Ideal for high-density rack deployments where space is at a premium
KVM Integration:
- Direct Server Connection: Can connect directly to a single server's keyboard, video, and mouse ports
- KVM Switch Integration: Attach to any Dell KVM console switch to manage multiple servers
- Cascaded KVM Support: Access servers through cascaded console switches in 2-tier architecture
- Multi-Server Management: Seamlessly switch between servers for setup, administration, and maintenance
Power Supply:
- Power Connector: IEC C13 to C14 jumper cord (pre-installed)
- Compatible PDUs: Works with current and legacy power distribution units
- Regional Power Cords:
- IEC C13 to C14 (standard, pre-installed)
- NEMA cords available for North American deployments
- INMETRO cords available for Brazilian market
- Easy cord replacement for regional requirements
- Power Consumption: Low power draw thanks to LED backlighting technology
- Energy Efficiency: RoHS compliant, environmentally friendly design
Environmental Features:
Eco-Friendly Design:
- Mercury-Free: LED backlighting contains no mercury vapor (unlike traditional CCFL LCD displays)
- RoHS Compliant: Meets EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive
- Energy Efficient: Lower power consumption than traditional LCD consoles
- Long Lifespan: LED backlighting provides extended operational life
Video Mode Support:
- Legacy Server Modes: Full support for traditional 4:3 video resolutions
- Widescreen Modes: Native support for 16:9 widescreen resolutions
- Multi-Window Productivity: Widescreen format makes it easier to work with multiple windows simultaneously
- Flexible Resolution: Automatically adapts to server output resolution
Ideal Applications:
- Data Center Server Management: Direct access to rack-mounted servers
- KVM-Based Multi-Server Administration: Central control point for multiple servers via Dell KVM switches
- Remote Office / Branch Office (ROBO): Local management console for distributed IT infrastructure
- Colocation Facilities: Space-efficient console for cabinet-based deployments
- Network Operations Centers (NOC): Rack-mounted workstation for network monitoring and administration
- Test and Development Labs: Convenient access to multiple test servers
- Disaster Recovery Sites: Essential management console for DR infrastructure
Key Advantages:
- Space Optimization: Full KMM functionality in just 1U of rack space
- Cost Savings: Eliminates need for separate monitor, keyboard, and mouse
- Shared Rack Space: Can co-locate with Dell KVM switch in same 1U (with proper mounting bracket)
- High-Quality Display: 18.5" LED-backlit widescreen with excellent color reproduction
- Easy Installation: ReadyRails II interface enables tool-less mounting in most racks
- Eco-Friendly: Mercury-free LED technology with lower power consumption
- Multiple Video Modes: Supports both legacy and modern video resolutions
- USB 3.0 Connectivity: Fast access to USB storage and peripherals
- Enterprise Reliability: Designed for 24/7/365 data center operations
- Universal Compatibility: Works with all Dell PowerEdge servers and Dell KVM switches
What's Typically Included:
- 1 × Dell 18.5" LED KMM Console (DKMMLED185-001)
- 1 × IEC C13 to C14 power jumper cord
- 1 × ReadyRails II mounting hardware
- Quick start guide and documentation
Optional Accessories (Sold Separately):
- DRMK-77 Mounting Bracket (Dell PN: A7485911 / 481-BBBD): Required when mounting a Dell KVM switch behind the KMMLED185 console in the same rack U-space
- Regional Power Cords: NEMA, INMETRO, or other regional power cables
- Alternative Keyboard Languages: Available in multiple language variants (UK English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Korean, Japanese)
Available Keyboard Language Variants:
- DKMMLED185-001: International English (EMEA, APJ)
- DKMMLED185-G01: US English (TAA Compliant)
- DKMMLED185-201: UK English
- DKMMLED185-204: French
- DKMMLED185-103: Simplified Chinese
- DKMMLED185-104: Korean
- DKMMLED185-109: Traditional Chinese
- DKMMLED185-110: Japanese
- Additional language options available for specific regions
Warranty & Support:
- Standard Warranty: 3-Year Limited Hardware Warranty (requires registration within 90 days)
- Warranty Coverage: 8/5 coverage (8 AM - 5 PM, Monday-Friday)
- RMA Process: 10-14 day RMA post receipt of failed unit
- Dell Support: Access to drivers, manuals, diagnostic tools, and replacement parts via Dell Product Support
- Extended Support Options:
- 4-Year Silver Hardware Maintenance
- 5-Year Silver Hardware Maintenance
- 4-Year Gold Hardware Maintenance
- 5-Year Gold Hardware Maintenance
Why Choose the Dell DKMMLED185-001 KMM Console:
The Dell FPM185 1U Rackmount LED Console delivers the perfect solution for data center environments requiring efficient, space-saving server management. By combining a high-quality 18.5-inch LED-backlit display with an integrated keyboard and touchpad mouse in a compact 1U package, this console provides complete KMM functionality without consuming precious rack space. The innovative design allows co-location with Dell KVM switches in the same rack unit, effectively providing full server access capabilities in minimal footprint. With ReadyRails II tool-less installation, dual USB 3.0 pass-through ports, mercury-free LED backlighting, support for both legacy and widescreen video modes, and compatibility with the entire Dell PowerEdge and KVM portfolio, the DKMMLED185 represents an essential component for professional data center operations. Whether deployed as a direct server console or integrated with Dell KVM infrastructure for multi-server management, this console provides reliable, convenient access to critical IT infrastructure.