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CS1708A - ATEN - 8 Port PS/2 & USB KVM Switch, Daisy Chain Stackable with CS1708 (high performance OSD)

CS1708A CE315

Description:

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

Features:
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 USB peripheral function only works with USB cable set connections. It will not work with PS/2 cable set connections.

CS1708A Setup
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Specification:
Package Contents:
1x KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mounting Kit
2x Custom KVM Cable Sets
1x Console Cable
1x Firmware Upgrade Cable
1x Foot Pad Set(4 PCS)
1x Power Adapter
1x User Instructions


Computer Connections Direct 8
Max. 256 (via Daisy-chain)
Port Selection On-screen display (OSD); Hotkeys; Pushbutton switches
Connectors Console Port 1 x SPHD-18 Male (Yellow)
KVM Ports 8 x SPHD-15/17 Female (Yellow)
Daisy-chain In 1 x DB-25 Female (Black)
Out 1 x DB-25 Male (Black)
FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black)
USB Port 1 x USB Type A Female
Power 1 x DC Jack Female (Black)
LEDs On Line 8 (Orange)
Selected 8 (Green)
Station ID 1 x 2-digit, 7-segment (Orange)
Power 1 (Dark Green)
Switche Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton
FW Upgr. Rec. 1 x Slide
Emulation Keyboard/Mouse PS/2, USB
Video 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
Scan Interval (OSD Select) User Specified: 1-255 sec.
Power Consumption DC 5.3 V; 5 W
Environment Operating Temp. 0-50˚C
Storage Temp. -20-60˚C
Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties Housing Metal
Weight 2.66 kg
Dimensions
(L x W x H) 43.30 x 16.00 x 4.40 cm

* The specification and pictures are subject to change without notice.
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