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.
Single 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 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac and Sun
Display Emulation Technology - stores the console monitor's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
USB / PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
Video resolution 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, operations simultaneously performed on all selected computers
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 switches at the same time via the daisy-chain cable
Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)
Warranty - Yes
Number of Ports:
8
ROHS Compliant:
No
Product Weight:
9.02 lbs
Warranty (Length/Type):
3 Years
CS9138KIT
- 8-Port PS/2 KVM Switch with 8 PS/2 Cables
