Adesso 1U Rackmount USB Touchpad Keyboard

The Adesso AKB-425UB is a 1U rackmount industrial keyboard with an integrated GlidePoint touchpad, built for compact server, kiosk, and control-room installations.

Engineered to fit standard 19" rack drawers, the AKB-425UB combines a full-size, industrial-grade keypad with an embedded Cirque GlidePoint touchpad for precise pointer control without a separate mouse. Its low-profile 1U housing follows the EIA-RS-310C specification, so it mounts cleanly into rack enclosures, consoles, and space-constrained workstations while offering quiet membrane keys and multimedia hotkeys for everyday use.

How does the AKB-425UB save rack space while remaining functional?

This keyboard collapses full input capability into a 1U form factor, allowing you to reclaim valuable rack space without sacrificing typing or pointing functions. The integrated touchpad eliminates the need for an external mouse, and the EIA-RS-310C compliance ensures compatibility with common 19" rack drawers and mounting systems.

• Compact 1U design fits standard 19" racks and rack drawers.
• Built-in GlidePoint touchpad replaces an external pointing device.
• Low-profile housing reduces clutter in control rooms and server closets.

What pointing features does the GlidePoint touchpad provide?

The Cirque GlidePoint touchpad delivers precise cursor control and gesture support suitable for industrial and kiosk environments. It supports scrolling, tap-to-click, and dedicated left/right click buttons for reliable interaction during prolonged use.

• Pinpoint accuracy for cursor movement and selection.
• Support for scrolling and tap-to-click gestures.
• Dedicated left and right click buttons for tactile feedback.

Is the keyboard rugged and easy to maintain for industrial use?

Designed with industrial environments in mind, the AKB-425UB uses long-life membrane keys rated for millions of keystrokes and a durable chassis built to integrate with standard rack hardware. The keyboard’s quiet membrane action reduces noise in control rooms while the plug-and-play USB interface makes deployment and replacement fast.

• Membrane key switches rated for over five million keystrokes per key.
• Quiet operation suited to shared workspaces and monitoring rooms.
• USB plug-and-play connection for driver-free installation.

Which extra controls and conveniences come with this model?

The AKB-425UB includes embedded multimedia and internet hotkeys for quick access to common functions, speeding routine tasks in office, kiosk, or AV setups. These hotkeys combine with the touchpad and compact form factor to create a single integrated input solution for constrained installations.

• Multimedia hotkeys for play, pause, volume, and navigation.
• Internet shortcut keys for direct access to browser functions.
• Single-cable USB connection reduces desk and rack wiring complexity.

Who this is for: The Adesso AKB-425UB is aimed at system administrators, AV integrators, kiosk and self-service designers, and industrial control-room operators who need reliable input built into 19" rack systems. Choose this unit when you need a low-profile, durable keyboard with an integrated touchpad to simplify installations, reduce peripheral count, and maintain fluid control in tight spaces.