Aten KH1516A 16-Port Cat5 High-Density KVM Switch

The KH1508A and KH1516A KVM switches are control units that allow IT administrators to access and control multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM console (keyboard, monitor and mouse). Operators can take control of up to 8 (KH1508A) or 16 (KH1516A), computers. By daisy chaining up to 31 additional switches, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console. These switches have been designed with unique and powerful features that enable administrators to manage their entire server room and data center devices easily and conveniently. For example, the advanced Adapter ID feature stores the Adapter Cable's configuration information - such as its ID, port name, OS, keyboard language, etc. This feature allows administrators to relocate servers to different ports without having to reconfigure the adapters . Other advances found with these switches includes enhanced video quality - extending the distance to the servers to up to 50 m at a resolution of 1280 x 1024. A KH1508A or KH1516A installation provides one of the best and most economical, solutions ATEN offers to the SMB market. There is no better way to save time, space and money than with a KH1508A or KH1516A KVM switch. • One KVM console control up to 8 or 16 directly connected computers• Space-Saving RJ-45 connectors and Cat5e/6 cabling• By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH1508A / KH1516A switches, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the original KVM console• Console conversion - any type of KVM console can control any type of computer; mixed combinations (PS/2&USB)supported on both the KVM console and computer sides• Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 60Hz for up to 40 meters, and1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz for up to 50 meters• Configue port access rights for users on a port - by - port basis• Three port selection methods: Manual (via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey and multi-language OSD (On ScreenDisplay)• Multiplatform support - PC, Mac, Sun and serial• Multiple User Accounts -Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts• Two-Level Password Security- Supports one administrator and ten user profiles. Password protection prevents unauthorized accessing to the installation• Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers• Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers - allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously• Adapter ID• Firmware Upgradeable Easy Operation Three port selection methods: Manual (via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey and multi-language OSD (On Screen Display). Multi-language keyboard support includes U.S English, UK English, French, German, Swiss German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish and Traditional Chinese. Auto Scanning and Broadcast Mode Auto scanning provides hands-free monitoring of selected devices at variable rates. Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers - allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously. Superior Video Quality Supports the video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 60Hz for up to 40 meters and 1280 x 1024 at 75Hz for up to 50 meters with the new ATEN KVM Cable Adapter KA7000 series. Multiple User Accounts Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts. Space-Saving RJ-45 Connectors and Cat5e/6 Cabling This space-saving innovation means that the KH1508A /KH1516A c an be conveniently installed in a 1U system rack and the installation can take advantage of the internal network wiring built into most modern commercial buildings. Reduces cable clutter for a neat and tidy data center environment. Adapter Cables with ID The KH1508A / KH1516A KVM series supports automatic ID recognition of the new ATEN KVM Cable Adapter KA7000 series. Using the new adapter cables with ID means it is not required to change cable configuration settings when moving cables from port to port. Device ID and attributes are stored in the adapter cables allowing you to hot-swap port connections without having to reconfigure attributes.