Aten CS1308-AT-E 8-Port PS/2-USB VGA KVM Switch

The CS1308 expedites access to up to 8 PCs via one set of keyboard, mouse and monitor, allowing IT staff to productively manage multiple computers all at once via easy switching. The CS1308 is also expandable and allows 8 more switches to be cascaded to enable centralized management of up to 64 PCs via one KVM console.

One Console Cable, Two Connection Options
CS1308 offers two types of console KVM cables in different lengths for selection, allowing connection to either PS/2 or USB keyboard/mouse to flexibly accommodate installation requirements.

Smooth Cross-Platform Integration
The CS1308 enables the integration of different computer systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, and Sun) that are accessible from one KVM console.

Features
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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