ATEN CS1308 KVM Switch - Control up to 64 Computers from a Single Console

The ATEN CS1308 KVM Switch provides a robust solution for managing multiple computers with a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor setup. Designed for professional environments, this rack-mountable switch allows users to effortlessly switch between up to 8 computers using front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, or a multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menu. Cascade multiple units to control as many as 64 computers, making it ideal for data centers, server rooms, and IT infrastructures that require scalable solutions. The device supports both USB and PS/2 connections, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems including Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun platforms. Its intelligent auto-detection feature simplifies setup by automatically recognizing the interface type, whether USB or PS/2, and eliminates boot-up display issues with ATEN's exclusive Video DynaSync™ technology, which optimizes resolution and improves video quality up to 2048 x 1536 resolution with DDC2B support. The CS1308 ensures seamless operation with USB keyboard and mouse emulation, allowing computers to boot even when the console focus is elsewhere, enhancing workflow efficiency. Included accessories such as console cables, firmware upgrade cables, grounding wire, and power adapters facilitate straightforward installation and setup. With a limited two-year warranty, this 1U rack-mountable switch is a reliable choice for environments demanding high performance and scalability in computer management.

Features:

• Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menu

• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B

• USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere

• Supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac, and Sun systems

• Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection

• Video DynaSync™ technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports

• Multiplatform support including Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun

• Dual Interface support for computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice

• Cascade up to 2 levels to control up to 64 computers

• One USB-PS/2 console controls 8 computers