Rackmount LCD Buyer's Guide: How to Choose the Right Rack Mount LCD Display
A rackmount LCD is a display built to mount directly in a 19" equipment rack, either as a slide-out 1U drawer for occasional administration or as a fixed multi-U panel (6U-10U) for constant monitoring. It eliminates standalone monitors and desks, putting a screen exactly where your servers and network gear live. KVMSwitchTech stocks rackmount LCDs from 1U drawers to 10U fixed displays, in 10.4" to 23" sizes, with resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA), plus sunlight-readable, short-depth, composite/BNC, DVI, HDMI, widescreen, and quad-screen options.
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
10.4" Rackmount LCD Monitor with VGA and DVI-D Interface
$799.00
$999.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
7U 17" Composite and S-Video Rackmount LCD Monitor
$824.00
$999.00
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Composite Rackmount LCD
RP717-AV Cyberview 7U 17" Composite and S-Video Rackmount LCD Monitor
$824.00
$1,200.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
RP717-AV Cyberview 7U 17" Composite and S-Video Rackmount LCD Monitor
$824.00
$999.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
10.4" Rackmount LCD Monitor with VGA and DVI-D Interface and 3.5mm Stereo Audio
$825.00
$1,200.00
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WideScreen Rackmount LCD
RP-W719 Cyberview 7U 19" WideScreen Rackmount LCD Monitor
$869.00
$1,200.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
RP-W719 Cyberview 7U 19" WideScreen Rackmount LCD Monitor
$869.00
$1,200.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
RPW719-HDMI Cyberview 7U 19" WideScreen HDMI Rackmount LCD Monitor
$869.00
$1,200.00
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HDMI Rackmount LCD
RPW719-HDMI Cyberview 7U 19" WideScreen HDMI Rackmount LCD Monitor
$869.00
$1,200.00
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WideScreen Rackmount LCD
RPW719-HDMI Cyberview 7U 19" WideScreen HDMI Rackmount LCD Monitor
$869.00
$1,200.00
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Composite Rackmount LCD
10.4" Rackmount LCD Monitor with VGA and Composite Video RCA and S-Video Interface
$870.00
$1,200.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
10.4" Rackmount LCD Monitor with VGA and Composite Video RCA and S-Video Interface
$870.00
$1,200.00
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6/7/8/9/10U Rackmount LCD
8U 19" Composite and S-Video Rackmount LCD Monitor
$883.00
$999.00
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Step 1: Pick your form factor
- 1U Rackmount LCD – flip-up display in a 1U drawer; saves maximum rack space.
- 6U/7U/8U/9U/10U Fixed Panel – larger panel for always-on monitoring.
- Short Depth – fits shallow wall-mount and network enclosures.
- PIP Quad Screen – four video feeds on one display for surveillance/NOC.
Step 2: Match the video input
| Source | Subcategory |
|---|---|
| VGA servers | Standard 1U or 6U-10U rackmount LCD |
| DVI-D servers | DVI Rackmount LCD |
| HDMI servers/appliances | HDMI Rackmount LCD |
| CCTV/analog cameras | Composite Rackmount LCD (BNC/RCA/S-Video) |
| Modern widescreen (1080p+) | WideScreen Rackmount LCD |
Step 3: Consider special requirements
- Bright/outdoor environments – choose a sunlight-readable LCD.
- Shallow rack depth – choose a short-depth drawer.
- Multi-feed surveillance – choose a PIP quad screen.
- High resolution – widescreen models reach 1920x1200 (WUXGA) with DVI/HDMI/VGA/audio.
Need a console with keyboard and mouse too? See our Rackmount Monitors (LCD keyboard drawers with or without KVM).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a rackmount LCD?
A display designed to mount in a standard 19-inch rack, available as a 1U flip-up drawer or a multi-U fixed panel, for local server/network monitoring without a separate monitor and desk.
What sizes are available?
10.4", 17", 19", 20", 21.5", and 23" panels in 1U drawers and 6U-10U fixed-mount form factors.
What video inputs are supported?
VGA, DVI-D, HDMI, composite BNC/RCA, and S-Video depending on the model. Choose a subcategory that matches your source signal.
What is the difference between a rackmount LCD and a rackmount monitor?
A rackmount LCD is a display only (no keyboard or mouse). A rackmount monitor (LCD keyboard drawer) combines the display with a keyboard and pointing device, and optionally an integrated KVM switch.
Do rackmount LCDs support touchscreen?
Select models offer USB or serial touchscreen options, commonly used for industrial control, signage, and interactive applications.
What certifications do they carry?
CE, FCC, RoHS, VCCI, UL, and TAA across the product range.
Not sure which rack display fits your setup? Our engineers help match form factor, video input, screen size, and rack depth to your rack and application. Call (216) 798-7530 for free system design help.
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