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Abstract
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console is a flat-panel console that offer a convenient way to manage space-constrained rack environments from a single console. This densely packed 1U solution let you easily set up and control rack-mounted servers. It offers additional space savings by allowing the mounting of a KVM switch in the space behind the console. The console includes an 18.5-inch LCD display and US English keyboard.
Change History
Changes in the March 17, 2023 update:
- The following part number is available world wide - Part number information section
- ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console, 4XF7A84188
- The following part number is now withdrawn:
- ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD console, 4XF7A73009
Introduction
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console is a flat-panel console that offer a convenient way to manage space-constrained rack environments from a single console. This densely packed 1U solution let you easily set up and control rack-mounted servers. It offers additional space savings by allowing the mounting of a KVM switch in the space behind the console. The console includes an 18.5-inch LCD display and US English keyboard, and is based on the Vertiv CLRA Local Rack Access Console, model CLRA19KMM.
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console is shown in the following figure.
Figure 1. ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console
Did you know?
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console, when used with a Lenovo KVM console switch provides a convenient way to locally access all systems installed in a rack. Consuming only 1U of rack space, it uses the least amount of space possible and ensures that your rack aisles remain free of equipment and cables.
Part number information
The following table lists ordering part number and feature code for the console.
| Part number | Feature code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4XF7A84188 | BTY0 | ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console |
| 4XF7A73009 | BK26 | ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD console |
Tip: The consoles offered in these two part numbers are functionally identical. The only difference is that 4XF7A73009 is not labeled (certified) for use in Mexico.
The part number for the console includes the following items:
- One console unit with a 18.5-inch LCD display, cable management arm, and integrated USB keyboard
- Rail slides and mounting hardware
- 1.8m 10A/250V C13-C14 power cable
The following figure shows the rear of the console.
Figure 2. Rear of the ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console
Features
The features of the ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console 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
- Installs in a rack and consumes only 1U of rack space
- Supports the mounting of a KVM switch behind the console to save space
- Tool-less installation for ease of use and installation in minutes
- Includes slides and integrated 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 Console Managers for control and access of multiple servers
- Testing to ensure easy integration into Lenovo rack solutions
- A complete, ready-to-install package
- Able to be shipped installed in the rack
- Includes a cable-management arm (CMA)
- Includes a USB-attached 100-key US English keyboard with touchpad pointing device and number keypad
- Includes two passthrough USB 2.0 ports accessible from the front, for the use of optical media, secure access keys, or other USB devices
Technical specifications
The following table lists the specifications of the ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console.
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | |
| Display type | 18.5" LCD display, 16:9 aspect ratio |
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080, 60Hz maximum resolution 1366 x 768, 60Hz standard resolution 800 x 600, 60Hz minimum resolution |
| Scaling choices | Full Screen, Aspect, 1:1 |
| Connector | VGA |
| Display active area | 410 mm x 230 mm |
| Diagonal viewable image | 18.5 inches |
| Pixel pitch | 300 x 300 |
| Viewing angle | 160° Horizontal (typical) 150° Vertical (typical) |
| Luminance | 250 cd/m2 |
| Keyboard and mouse | |
| Keyboard | Full size 100 keyboard with number keypad |
| Pointing device | Integrated touchpad |
| Connector | USB |
| USB ports | |
| Ports | 2x USB 2.0 ports, passthrough |
| Power source | |
| Power | 22W maximum, 17W nominal, <1W standby |
| Power supply input | 110-240 Vac auto-ranging |
| Power connector | IEC C14 |
Supported servers
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console can be used with a server or KVM console switch with VGA and USB local console ports.
Warranty
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console has a 3 year warranty. When ordered as a feature code as part of a supported Lenovo rack cabinet, the console assumes the rack cabinet’s base warranty and any warranty upgrades.
Physical specifications
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console has the following physical specifications.
- Height (rack units): 1U
- Dimensions (console only): 481mm x 526mm x 43mm
- Weight (console only): 8.3kg
- Supported rack post distances (measured outside-to-outside):
- Console only: 620mm - 920mm
- Including space for KVM switch: 730mm - 920mm
Operating environment
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console is supported in the following environment:
- Temperature
- 0°C - 50°C, operation
- -20°C - 60°C, storage
- Humidity
- 10% - 80%, operation
- 5% - 95%, storage
- Altitude
- 0m to 3000m, operation
- -15m to 10,000m, storage
Agency approvals
The ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console conforms to the following regulations:
- UL
- CE
- CCC
- PSE
- RCM
Rack cabinets
The following table lists the supported rack cabinets.
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| 7D2B0001WW / 7D2N0001WW | 12U 1200mm Deep Micro Datacenter Rack |
| 7D2C0001WW / 7D2P0001WW | 18U 1200mm Deep Micro Datacenter Rack |
| 93072RX | 25U Standard Rack (1000mm) |
| 93072PX | 25U Static S2 Standard Rack (1000mm) |
| 7D6DA007WW | ThinkSystem 42U Onyx Primary Heavy Duty Rack Cabinet (1200mm) |
| 7D6DA008WW | ThinkSystem 42U Pearl Primary Heavy Duty Rack Cabinet (1200mm) |
| 93604PX | 42U 1200mm Deep Dynamic Rack |
| 93614PX | 42U 1200mm Deep Static Rack |
| 93634PX | 42U 1100mm Dynamic Rack |
| 93634EX | 42U 1100mm Dynamic Expansion Rack |
| 93074RX | 42U Standard Rack (1000mm) |
| 7D6EA009WW | ThinkSystem 48U Onyx Primary Heavy Duty Rack Cabinet (1200mm) |
| 7D6EA00AWW | ThinkSystem 48U Pearl Primary Heavy Duty Rack Cabinet (1200mm) |
| Withdrawn rack cabinets | |
| 201886X | 11U Office Enablement Kit |
| 93084PX | 42U Enterprise Rack |
| 93084EX | 42U Enterprise Expansion Rack |
| 93604EX | 42U 1200mm Deep Dynamic Expansion Rack |
| 93614EX | 42U 1200mm Deep Static Expansion Rack |
| 93074XX | 42U Standard Rack Extension |
| 93634BX | PureFlex System 42U Expansion Rack |
| 93634DX | PureFlex System 42U Expansion Rack |
| 93634AX | PureFlex System 42U Rack |
| 93634CX | PureFlex System 42U Rack |
| 93624PX | 47U 1200mm Deep Static Rack |
| 93624EX | 47U 1200mm Deep Static Expansion Rack |
For specifications about these racks, see the Lenovo Rack Cabinet Reference, available from:
https://lenovopress.com/lp1287-lenovo-rack-cabinet-reference
For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Rack cabinets category:
https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/racks
Rack KVM console switches
Certain rack console switches can be mounted behind the ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console in the same 1U space, as listed in the following table.
| Part number | Feature code | Description | Mounted in 1U space |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1754D2X | 1754HC2 6695 | Global 4x2x32 Console Manager (GCM32) | Supported |
| 1754D1X | 1754HC1 6694 | Global 2x2x16 Console Manager (GCM16) | Supported |
| 1754A2X | 1754HC4 0726 | Local 2x16 Console Manager (LCM16) | Supported |
| 1754A1X | 1754HC3 0725 | Local 1x8 Console Manager (LCM8) | Supported |
| 1754A1T | 1754HC5 B38H | ThinkSystem Analog 1x8 KVM Switch | No support |
| 1754D1T | 1754HC6 B38J | ThinkSystem Digital 2x1x16 KVM Switch | No support |
For more information, see the Lenovo Press Product Guides in the KVM Switches & Consoles category:
https://lenovopress.com/servers/options/kvm
Related publications and links
For more information, see these resources:
- ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console User Manuals:
https://www.vertiv.com/en-us/support/avocent-support-lenovo/ - Installation Video
https://vimeo.com/475674424 - ServerProven web site:
http://www.lenovo.com/us/en/serverproven/
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Full Change History
Changes in the March 17, 2023 update:
- The following part number is available world wide - Part number information section
- ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD Console, 4XF7A84188
- The following part number is now withdrawn:
- ThinkSystem 18.5" LCD console, 4XF7A73009
Changes in the November 8, 2022 update:
- New part number 4XF7A84188 for customers in Mexico - Part number information section
Changes in the November 2, 2021 update:
- The LCD console is supported in the 12U and 18U rack cabinets - Rack cabinets section
First published: August 24, 2021
