The ATEN KL1508AM 8-Port KVM Switch 17" LCDfeatures independently retractable, dual slide 17" LCD monitor and keyboard with built-in touchpad. A single KL1508AM can control up to 8 computers. For increased reliability and efficiency, RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cable are used to link to the computers. Utilizing KVM adapter cables for the final linkup, the KL1508AM permits any combination of Windows computers, Macs, Sun computers, and serial devices to coexist on the installation.

KVM console with 17" LCD monitor in a sliding housing with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high rack

Dual rail operation - LCD monitor slides independently of the keyboard/touchpad

LCD module rotates up to 120° for a more a versatile viewing angle

Console lock enables the sliding console to remain securely locked away when not in use

A single console controls up to 8 computers - daisy chain up to 31 additional units to control up to 256 computers

KVM adapter cables with automatic conversion allow flexible interface combinations - Windows computers, Macs, Sun computers, and serial devices can all coexist on the installation.

RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cables extend the distance between computers and switch - up to 130' for resolutions of 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz

A dedicated console port for management from an external console, plus an extra PS/2 mouse port for external mouse use with the integrated LCD console

No software required - convenient computer selection via port selection switches, hotkeys and intuitive on screen display (OSD) menus

OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes - OSD tree structure makes finding and managing computers easy

Quickly and conveniently switch to any computer with station and port selection switches - LED displays indicate the station and port location

Video settings of attached computers are automatically adjusted for optimal output to the LCD monitor

Auto scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers

Two level password security - only authorized users view and control the computers - up to four users plus an administrator with separate profiles for each

Broadcast support - commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation

Standard 105-key keyboard; Mac and Sun keyboard emulation

Dedicated keys to invoke the hotkey mode and the OSD from the keyboard for quick access to these functions

Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U) - standard rack mount kit included, easy rack mount optional

Keyboard language support: English (US), English (UK), German, German (Swiss), French, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Swedish, Italian, Russian, Hungarian, Greek

Super A-Grade TFT LCD Panel

Multiplatform support: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac, Linux, Unix, Sun, FreeBSD

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. When switching computers does the signal stay active? (in other words - does window arrangement stay the same or change when switching?)

A: Yes, the ATEN CS1964 4-Port 4K Triple Display KVMP Switch will keep the signal active so that there is no window reformatting when switching between computers.

Q: 2. Is Active HDMI supported or only Passive HDMI is supported?

A: The, ATEN 8-Port True 4K HDMI Switch would support both active and passive cable connections.

Q: 3. COMPATIBLE WITH MAC?

A: The IOGEAR 18.5" Widescreen Short Depth 8-Port LCD KVM Switch is not compatible with Mac OS.

Q: 4. how to switch from one to another.?

A: You would be able to switch between the two devices using this ATEN CS64U 4-Port USB KVM Switch, by pressing the "HOT Keys" on your Keyboard.

Q: 5. Using 2 computers, will each be able to separately connect to the internet?

A: Yes, they will continue to connect to the internet in the same manner as always. This device is only intended to share a monitor and keyboard/mouse (or other USB devices) between otherwise independent computers.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with DP 1.4?

A: The IOGEAR 2-Port 4K Dual View DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.0 Hub and Audio supports DP 1.2.

Q: 7. This equipment brings the eight wires?

A: Two custom KVM Cable Sets are included with your purchase.

Q: 8. Will this KVM switch work with a 5K monitor?

A: While you are able to connect a 5K monitor to the IOGEAR 2-Port 4K Dual View DisplayPort KVMP Switch with USB 3.0 Hub and Audio, the resolution will only be able to hit up to 4K.

Q: 9. Is the IOGEAR 2-Port DisplayPort 1.2 KVM Switch (GCS1932) compatible with two Dell U2413 monitors in series?

A: Yes, this would work with 2 Dell U2413 monitors.

Q: 10. does this come with keyboard?

A: No, the keyboard is not included.