Adder Technology

Adder AVX1016

Expert rating7.9 / 10

Ports:: 16
Video:: VGA over CATx
Max Resolution:: 1600x1200 @ 85Hz
Users:: 1

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Manufacturer: Adder Technology Last updated: 2026-09-12

Adder AVX1016 Review

Adder AVX1016 16-port CATx KVM switch VGA single user

A single-user 16-port CATx matrix switch in Adder's AdderView CATx family, letting one administrator reach sixteen servers over extended CATx cabling.

Sixteen Servers, One Administrator

The AVX1016 is the single-user entry point into Adder's AVX matrix family, giving a lone administrator CATx-extended access to sixteen servers, the right scale for a mid-sized server room without multi-user requirements.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the already-cataloged AVX1008-US (8 servers), the AVX1016 doubles capacity for facilities that have grown their server count. Against Adder's own AVX4016 in this same batch, the 1016 stays single-user, while the 4016 supports four simultaneous administrators, pick 4016 if multiple people need independent access.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.9 / 10

A solid, discounted single-user 16-port CATx matrix switch; multi-admin facilities should look at the AVX4016 instead.

Best for

Single-administrator server rooms with 16 systems
Facilities scaling up from AVX1008-US
CATx-extended server access needs

Not for

Multi-user simultaneous access needs (see AVX4016)
Eight-or-fewer server rooms
IP-based remote access requirements (see AVX5016IP)

Specifications

What these specs mean

Capability Score

6.0/10

How much this switch can do compared with other rack and server KVM switches, rated from its specifications.

Identity

Brand	Adder
Model Number	AVX1016
Switching Method	On-screen menu with user profiles, single local user

Topology

Computers Supported	16 computers
Displays Per Computer	1 displays
KVM Segment	Rack

Video & Features

Video Standard	VGA (CATx-connected computer modules)
Max Resolution	1600x1200 @ 85Hz

Video interface

Video Connector	VGA
Video Interface Version	VGA

Per display capability

Max Resolution Single Display	1600x1200
Max Refresh At Max Resolution	85 Hz

USB-C and power delivery

Power Delivery Wattage	No

Physical and power

Rack Mountable	Yes
External Power Required	Yes

In the box and price

Price	702.90 USD

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Adder AVX1016 (16-Port CATx KVM-over-IP Matrix Switch)?

Key specs for the Adder AVX1016: Max Resolution 1600x1200 @ 85Hz, Max Refresh At Max Resolution 85 Hz, Max Resolution Per Display 1600x1200, Computers Supported 16 computers, Switching Method On-screen menu with user profiles, single local user, Video Standard VGA (CATx-connected computer modules).

Who is the Adder AVX1016 (16-Port CATx KVM-over-IP Matrix Switch) best suited to?

Best suited to: Single-administrator server rooms with 16 systems; Facilities scaling up from AVX1008-US; CATx-extended server access needs.

What are the drawbacks of the Adder AVX1016 (16-Port CATx KVM-over-IP Matrix Switch)?

Not the best fit for: Multi-user simultaneous access needs (see AVX4016); Eight-or-fewer server rooms; IP-based remote access requirements (see AVX5016IP).