Aten Rack Mountable KVM Switches

The CS1708A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1708A can control up to 8 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 256 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.

• One USB-PS/2 console controls up to 8 computers
• Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units - control up to 256 computers from a single console
• Front accessible USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals *
• Dual Interface - supports computers and console with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
• Multiplatform support - Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun
• Video DynaSync™ - stores the console monitor's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
• Supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
• Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
• USB / PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
• No software required - convenient computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menus
• Auto-senses station's position on daisy-chained installations; no need for manual dip switch setting; front panel led indicates station's position
• Port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed
• Two level password security; only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with separate profiles for each
• Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
• Broadcast Mode - operation simultaneously performed on all selected computers... etc
• Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
• Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
• Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switch at the same time via the daisy-chain cable
• Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)

The CS1708i is a IP accessible KVM switch that allows both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple computers. Remote users access the switch over the Internet by means of a web browser. The CS1708i supports up to 32 concurrent user logins for single-bus computer access. A built-in feature that resembles an Internet chat program - the Message Board - lets them communicate with each other. The ability to exchange information in real time allows them to cooperatively manage the installation in a smooth and efficient manner.

• Up to 32 concurrent logins
• Broadcast mode; operations simultaneously performed on all selected computers (software installation, system-wide shutdown, etc.).
• IPv6 capable
• Panel array mode enables user to monitor multiple servers from single screen at the same time - each selected server's video output appears in a separate panel - users can easily select the number of panels to view
• Message board allows logged in users to communicate with each other, and allows a user to take exclusive control of the KVM functions
• Windows client and Java client software support; Java client works with all operating systems
• BIOS access
• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B for the local console; up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz / 24 bit color depth for remote sessions
• Secure keyboard/mouse/video transmission via RC4 128 bit encryption
• Supports TLS 1.2 data encryption and RSA 2048 bit certificates for secure user logins from a browser
• Two level password security - up to 64 user accounts with separate profiles for each
• External (Remote) authentication support: RADIUS, LDAP, LDAPS, MS Active Directory
• Support for IP/MAC Filter
• Local and remote access logged and authenticated

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• One USB-PS/2 console controls 8 computers
• Cascade up to 2 levels - control up to 64 computers
• Dual Interface - supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
• Multiplatform support - Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun
• Video DynaSync™ - Exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
• Supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
• Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
• USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
• Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menu
• Two level password security - only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with a separate profile for each
• Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
• Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
• Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
• Firmware upgradeable
• No software installation required
• Designed for desktop or rack mount (19" system rack, 1U)

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The CS1768 8-port USB DVI KVM Switch is a control unit that allows access and control of up to 8 computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and dual-monitor (DVI-I and VGA) console. It can be cascaded to three levels allowing up to 73 CS1768s to control up to 512 computers all from the original single console.

In addition, the CS1768 comes with ATEN’s new Video DynaSync technology, which optimizes display resolution.

There are three convenient methods to access any computer connected to the installation: (1) using the pushbutton port selection switches located on each unit's front panel; (2) entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard; and (3) selecting from menus provided by the on-screen display (OSD). An Auto Scan feature also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one.

The CS1768 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio enabled. Two microphones can provide audio input to each of the computers, and you can listen to the audio output of each computer on two sets of speakers (on a one-at-a-time basis).

The Aten CS1788 can be cascaded to three levels allowing up to 73 CS1788s to control up to 512 computers all from the original single console, in addition, the CS1788 features Multi-view functionality, which enables the use of standard USB cables to stack up to four switches for quad-viewing in multiple-monitor installations where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards

• One USB console controls eight Dual Link DVI or VGA computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices
• Supports both digital (DVI) and analog (VGA) video - mixed operation possible
• Cascadable to three levels - control up to 512 computers
• Multi-view feature - stack up to four CS1788 units and display video from up to four monitors (dual view / triple view / quad view)
• 2-port USB 2.0 hub built in
• Superior video quality - 2560 x 1600 (Dual Link DVI); 2048 x 1536 (VGA); DDC2B
• Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
• HDCP compatible

• Multi-view console controls up to four video sources on one screen with display modes including Quad View, Picture in Picture (PiP), Picture by Picture (PbP), and Picture on Picture (PoP)
• Features dual output on console side – a multi-view output and a full screen output
• Easily resizes and / or reposition any PiP or PbP to suit users’ viewing needs
• System configuration via front panel, OSD, IR Remote, and RS-232 commands – display mode and port selection
• Supports superior video quality – Up to 4K (4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz) YCbCr 4 :2 : 2
• Drop down menu – edit display windows and other functions with the mouse and on-screen control panel
• Computer selection via front panel pushbutton and hotkey, mouse, and the serial commands*
• Boundless Switching – Simply moves the mouse cursor across windows to switch to other video sources
• Video DynaSync™ – exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes the resolution when switching among different sources
• EDID Expert™ – Selects optimum EDID settings for smooth power- up, high-quality display and use of the best video resolution across different screens
• DCC (Daisy Chain Control) – Controls up to 3 additional CM1284 units from a single console
• Cascade up to 2 levels – Controls up to 16 computers (with up to 4 x 4 Multi-view mode)
• HDCP 1.4 compliant
• Console keyboard emulation / bypass feature that support most multimedia keyboards
• Console mouse port emulation / bypass feature that supports most mouse drivers and multifunction mice
• Independent switching for USB peripheral port, audio function and KVM switch focus
• Firmware upgradable via computer’s USB port
• Full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel audio
• Multilingual keyboard mapping – supports English, French, Japanese, and German keyboards
• Supports keyboard combinations via emulation (for Sun / Mac)**

• One USB console controls up to eight HDMI interface computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices HDMI compatible
• Cascadable to three levels–control up to 512 computers*1
• Multi-Display feature – stack up to eight CS1798 units and display video from up to eight monitors(dual display/triple display/quad display/multi-display) 2-port USB 2.0 hub built in
• Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen display (OSD)
• Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
• OSD Backup/Restore feature–enables the administrator to back up the switch’s configuration and user profile information
• Firmware upgradable
• Video DynaSync - exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
• Superior video quality–supports up to 1080p / 1920 x 1200@60Hz
• Audio enabled - full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel surround sound systems
• Console audio ports on front panel for easy access
• Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
• HDCP compatible

The ATEN CS18208 8-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch can effectively access and control up to 8 HDMI computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and HDMI monitor console. The CS18208 supports high video quality up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz), presenting crystal-clear visuals.

To meet the needs of easy expansion and flexibility, the CS18208 can control up to 512 computers by cascading to three levels for a single console. Furthermore, the CS18208 supports multi-display function by stacking up to eight CS18208 units to compare and analyze information on 8 monitors at most, which substantially streamlines the working environment.

With two patented ATEN technologies – Video DynaSync™ and EDID Expert™, the CS18208 can optimize display resolution, accelerate switching between ports and power up smoothly while eliminating boot-up display problems.

Besides, the CS18208 comes with a built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub delivering data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps, allowing users to speed up operations and share USB peripherals instantly. For user-friendly port selection methods, the CS18208 offers pushbuttons, hotkeys, RS-232 commands, and OSD with newly-designed UI, bringing effortless and intuitive operations

• One USB console controls up to 8 HDMI interface computers and two additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 peripheral devices
• Cascadable to three levels – controls up to 512 computers
• Multi-Display feature – stacks up to eight CS18208 units and display video from up to 8 monitors (dual display / triple display / quad display / multi-display)
• Video DynaSync™ – an exclusive ATEN technology that eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes the resolution when switching among different sources
• EDID Expert™ – selects optimum EDID mode for smooth power-up and highest quality display
• Superior video quality – up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
• Built-in 2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps data transfer rates
• Audio enabled – full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel stereo sound and supports HD audio2
• HDMI compliant; HDCP 2.2 compliant

• One USB console controls up to eight HDMI interface computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices HDMI compatible
• Cascadable to three levels–control up to 512 computers*1
• Multi-Display feature – stack up to eight CS1798 units and display video from up to eight monitors(dual display/triple display/quad display/multi-display) 2-port USB 2.0 hub built in
• Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen display (OSD)
• Independent switching of KVM and USB focus
• OSD Backup/Restore feature–enables the administrator to back up the switch’s configuration and user profile information
• Firmware upgradable
• Video DynaSync - exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
• Superior video quality–supports up to 1080p / 1920 x 1200@60Hz
• Audio enabled - full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel surround sound systems
• Console audio ports on front panel for easy access
• Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers
• HDCP compatible

The ATEN CM1164A 4-Port USB DVI Multi-View KVMPTM Switch improves the operational efficiency of intensive monitoring applications. With limited screen, to allow users to manage the data more efficiently, up to 16 video sources can be selected, switched and displayed at the same time with independent keyboard, mouse control. The CM1164A provides users a real-time monitoring functionality by combining a 4-port DVI-D switch with a 2-port USB hub and providing the following display modes: Quad View, Picture in Picture (PiP), Picture by Picture (PbP), Picture on Picture (PoP), and Full Screen mode.

Featuring Boundless Switching, the CM1164A allows users to simply move the mouse cursor across windows to switch to other video sources. This makes it easier to instantly access and control the target computer.

Engineered to meet the ever-increasing demand for multi-view functionality, the CM1164A is specifically designed for where real-time monitoring is needed such as aviation industry, financial trading, and medical application.

• Multi-view console controls up to four video sources on one screen with display modes including Quad View, Picture in Picture (PiP), Picture by Picture (PbP), and Picture on Picture (PoP)
• Easily resize and / or reposition any PiP or PbP to suit users’ viewing needs
• DCC (Daisy Chain Control) — Controls up to 3 additional CM1164A units from a single console
• Cascade up to 2 levels — Controls up to 16 computers (with up to 4 x 4 Multi-view mode)
• Boundless Switching – Simply moves the mouse cursor across windows to switch to other video sources
• Video DynaSync™ – exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes the resolution when switching among different sources
• HDCP 1.4 compliant
• Supports RS-232 commands

The KH1508A KVM switches are control units that allow IT administrators to access and control multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Operators can take control of up to 8 computers. By daisy chaining up to 31 additional switches, as many as 256 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console.

These switches have been designed with unique and powerful features that enable administrators to manage their entire server room and data center devices easily and conveniently.

• By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH1508A switches, as many as 256 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console
• Console conversion = any type of KVM console can control any type of computer; mixed combinations (PS/2&USB) supported on both the KVM console and computer sides
• Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40 meters, and 1280x1024@75 Hz for up to 50 meters
• Configue port access rights for users on a port - by - port basis
• Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously

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The KH1508A KVM switches are control units that allow IT administrators to access and control multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Operators can take control of up to 8 computers. By daisy chaining up to 31 additional switches, as many as 256 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console.

These switches have been designed with unique and powerful features that enable administrators to manage their entire server room and data center devices easily and conveniently.

• By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH1508A switches, as many as 256 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console
• Console conversion = any type of KVM console can control any type of computer; mixed combinations (PS/2&USB) supported on both the KVM console and computer sides
• Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40 meters, and 1280x1024@75 Hz for up to 50 meters
• Configue port access rights for users on a port - by - port basis
• Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously

Includes 8x 4.5m USB CPU interface cables (PS2 and USB mix on request)

The KH1508Ai KVM Switch is a control unit that allow access to multiple computers from a single KVM console. It uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, and can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.

• One bus for remote KVM over IP access
• Supports PS/2, USB, Sun Legacy (13W3) and serial (RS-232) connectivity
• Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40 meters, and 1280x1024@75 Hz for up to 50 meters
• Supports SSL 128-bit data encryption and RSA 1024-bit certificates to secure users log in from browser
• Power Over the NET integration for remote power control
• Up to 64 user accounts up to 32 users simultaneously share the control
• Adapter ID – stores port information allowing administrators to relocate the servers to different ports, without having to reconfigure the adapters and switch

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The KH1508Ai KVM Switch is a control unit that allow access to multiple computers from a single KVM console. It uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, and can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.

Includes 8 x 4.5m USB CPU interface cables (PS2 and USB mix on request)

• One USB-PS/2 console controls up to 16 computers
• Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units - control up to 512 computers from a single console
• Front accessible USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals
• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
• Two level password security; only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with separate profiles for each
• Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
• Broadcast Mode - operation simultaneously performed on all selected computers... etc
• Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
• Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)

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The KH1516i KVM Switch is control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single KVM console. It uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, it can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.

The KH1516i KVM Switch is control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single KVM console. It uses TCP/IP for its communications protocol, it can be accessed from any computer on the Net - whether that computer is located down the hall, down the street, or half-way around the world.

Includes 8 x 4.5m USB Interface cables (PS2 and USB mix on request) cables

The SN01xxCO Series features Cisco pin-outs and auto-sensing DTE/DCE function, providing a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for even more time-saving IT infrastructure deployment. In addition, the SN01xxCO models support online detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) for device status monitoring. A notification email alert will be sent to the administrator when connected devices are offline.

With dual Ethernet ports and power supplies, the SN01xxCO supports power redundancy as well as failover, or dual IP addresses access, ensuring 24/7 availability of access to serial devices. The SN01xxCO Series also offers dual DC* options for more flexible implementation.

• Secure in-band and out-of-band remote serial console access
• Versatile serial operating modes - Console Management, Console Management Direct, Real COM Port, TCP Server/Client, UDP Server/Client, and Virtual Modem
• Auto-sensing DTE/DCE feature supports a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for more convenient IT infrastructure deployment
• Online/Offline detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) – automatically send event notifications when the devices are offline for device status monitoring

The SN01xxCO Series features Cisco pin-outs and auto-sensing DTE/DCE function, providing a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for even more time-saving IT infrastructure deployment. In addition, the SN01xxCO models support online detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) for device status monitoring. A notification email alert will be sent to the administrator when connected devices are offline.

With dual Ethernet ports and power supplies, the SN01xxCO supports power redundancy as well as failover, or dual IP addresses access, ensuring 24/7 availability of access to serial devices. The SN01xxCO Series also offers dual DC* options for more flexible implementation.

• Secure in-band and out-of-band remote serial console access
• Versatile serial operating modes - Console Management, Console Management Direct, Real COM Port, TCP Server/Client, UDP Server/Client, and Virtual Modem
• Auto-sensing DTE/DCE feature supports a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for more convenient IT infrastructure deployment
• Online/Offline detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) – automatically send event notifications when the devices are offline for device status monitoring

The SN01xxCO Series features Cisco pin-outs and auto-sensing DTE/DCE function, providing a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for even more time-saving IT infrastructure deployment. In addition, the SN01xxCO models support online detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) for device status monitoring. A notification email alert will be sent to the administrator when connected devices are offline.

With dual Ethernet ports and power supplies, the SN01xxCO supports power redundancy as well as failover, or dual IP addresses access, ensuring 24/7 availability of access to serial devices. The SN01xxCO Series also offers dual DC* options for more flexible implementation.

• Secure in-band and out-of-band remote serial console access
• Versatile serial operating modes - Console Management, Console Management Direct, Real COM Port, TCP Server/Client, UDP Server/Client, and Virtual Modem
• Auto-sensing DTE/DCE feature supports a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for more convenient IT infrastructure deployment
• Online/Offline detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) – automatically send event notifications when the devices are offline for device status monitoring

The SN01xxCO Series features Cisco pin-outs and auto-sensing DTE/DCE function, providing a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for even more time-saving IT infrastructure deployment. In addition, the SN01xxCO models support online detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) for device status monitoring. A notification email alert will be sent to the administrator when connected devices are offline.

With dual Ethernet ports and power supplies, the SN01xxCO supports power redundancy as well as failover, or dual IP addresses access, ensuring 24/7 availability of access to serial devices. The SN01xxCO Series also offers dual DC* options for more flexible implementation.

• Secure in-band and out-of-band remote serial console access
• Versatile serial operating modes - Console Management, Console Management Direct, Real COM Port, TCP Server/Client, UDP Server/Client, and Virtual Modem
• Auto-sensing DTE/DCE feature supports a direct connection to Cisco network switches (and other compatible devices) without rollover cables for more convenient IT infrastructure deployment
• Online/Offline detection of connected serial devices (including terminal blocks) – automatically send event notifications when the devices are offline for device status monitoring