ATEN CS1788 8-Port USB DVI Dual Link KVM Switch for Multi-Monitor Control

ATEN 8-Port USB DVI Dual Link KVM Switch-TAA Compliant

The ATEN CS1788 8-Port USB DVI Dual Link KVM Switch offers a versatile solution for consolidating control over multiple computers from a single console. Designed for professional IT environments, this switch allows users to connect up to eight computers via a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and dual-monitor setup, supporting both DVI-I and VGA outputs for broad compatibility. Its cascading capability enables expansion to control up to 512 computers across three levels, making it an ideal choice for large-scale server rooms, data centers, and control rooms. The multi-view functionality allows stacking up to four units, providing quad-monitor displays for comprehensive monitoring of video output from multiple systems, which is especially beneficial for tasks requiring real-time analysis and comparison. The switch’s support for both digital DVI and analog VGA outputs ensures flexibility in diverse hardware configurations, while its compliance with USB 2.0 standards guarantees fast data transfer and reliable operation. User-friendly features include front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and a multilingual on-screen display (OSD) for easy computer selection, along with a built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub for connecting additional peripherals. Security is enhanced through a two-level password system for administrator and user access, complemented by the OSD backup and restore feature to safeguard configuration settings. The CS1788 also supports stacking for multi-monitor setups, allowing users to view outputs from up to four monitors simultaneously in dual, triple, or quad-view modes. Its robust design and comprehensive feature set make it suitable for demanding professional environments that require efficient, scalable, and secure computer management. For further details, visit the manufacturer’s website at ATEN.

Features:

• Multilingual OSD supports English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, and French

• Two-level (Administrator/User) password authorization for enhanced security protection

• OSD Backup/Restore feature - enables the administrator to back up the switch's configuration and user profile information

• Fully compliant with the USB 2.0 specification

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

• Built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub for peripheral connectivity

• Multi-view feature allows stacking up to four units for quad-monitor display, supporting dual, triple, or quad-view configurations

• Supports both digital (DVI) and analog (VGA) video outputs for broad hardware compatibility

• Cascadable to three levels, controlling up to 512 computers for large-scale deployments

• One USB console controls eight Dual Link DVI or VGA computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices