The ATEN CS18208 8-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch can effectively access and control up to 8 HDMI computers via a single USB keyboard, USB mouse and HDMI monitor console. The CS18208 supports high video quality up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz) and presents crystal clear images.
To meet the requirements for easy expansion and flexibility, the CS18208 can handle up to 512 computers Control cascading on three levels for a single console. In addition, the CS18208 supports the multi-display function by stacking up to eight CS18208 units in order to compare and analyze information on a maximum of 8 monitors, which significantly streamlines the work environment.
With two patented ATENs Technologies - Video DynaSync ™ and EDID Expert ™, the CS18208 can optimize screen resolution, speed up port switching and boot up smoothly while eliminating monitor boot up issues.
The CS18208 also features a built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub that delivers data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, so users can run things faster and share USB peripherals instantly. For user-friendly port selection, the CS18208 offers pushbuttons, hotkeys, RS-232 commands and an OSD with a redesigned user interface that enable effortless and intuitive operation.
To eliminate security concerns, two-stage password authorization is available to increase the protection of computer access and control. By consolidating these beneficial functions, the CS18208 is ideal for managing server or computer rooms in industries with high quality image and multitasking requirements, such as: B. companies, authorities, production, telecommunications, finance, media, content providers, video surveillance etc.
- One USB console controls up to 8 computers with HDMI interfaces and two additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 peripheral devices li>
- Cascadable on three levels - controls up to 512 computers (CS18208 cascaded only to CS18208)
- Multi-display function - stacks up to eight CS18208 units and displays images from up to 8 screens (Dual Display / Triple Display / Quad Display / Multi-Display)
- Video DynaSync ™ - an exclusive ATEN technology that eliminates display problems during startup and optimizes the resolution when switching between different sources
< li> EDID Expert ™ - selects the optimal EDID mode for smooth switch-on and the highest display quality - Outstanding video quality - up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz)
- Integrated 2-port -USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps data transfer rates
- audio-capable - full bass reproduction offers a rich experience for 2.1-channel stereo sound
- Supports HD audio (HD audio via HDMI channel cannot be switched independently)
- Computer selection via pushbuttons, hotkeys, OSD and RS-232 commands
- Independent switching of KVM and USB peripheral focus (independent switching is only supported in mouse emulation mode.)
- Two-stage (administrator / user) password authorization for increased security protection
- Broadcast mode - operations can be performed simultaneously on all selected computers, e.g. B. software installation and upgrade, system-wide shutdown etc.
- Auto-scan mode for monitoring all computers
- Console mouse port emulation / bypass function supports most mouse drivers and Multifunctional mice
- Multilingual keyboard layout - supports English (US), English (UK), German (GER.), German (SWISS), French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese
- Mac / Sun keyboard support and emulation (PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac / Sun keyboards; Mac / Sun keyboards only work with their own computers.)
- Supports hot plugging
- HDMI compatible; HDCP 2.2 compatible
- Multi-platform support - Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun
- Firmware upgradeable
- Supports multimedia, wireless keyboards and mice
< / ul> Scope of delivery: - 1x CS18208 8-port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM switch with rack mounting kit
- 2x HDMI cables
- 2x USB 3.0 cables li >
- 2x audio cables
- 1x firmware upgrade cable
- 1x foot pad set (4 parts)
- 1x power adapter
- 1x instructions for use
Computer connections |
Direct | 8 |
Maximum | 512 (cascading) |
Port selection | OSD, push button, hotkey,, RS-232 commands |
Ports |
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1 x HDMI Female (black) 2 x USB Type A Female 2 x 3.5 & nbsp; mm Audio Jack Female (green; 1 x front, 1 x rear) td> |
KVM ports | 8 x HDMI Female 8 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type B Female (blue ) 8 x 3.5 mm audio jack female (green) |
Firmware update | 1 x RJ11 female (black) |
Power supply | 1 x DC socket |
USB hub | 2 x USB3.1 Gen1 Type B female (blue; 2 x front) |
Switch |
Port selection | 8 x push button |
Reset | 1 x half-built push button |
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LEDs |
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1 (green) |
USB-Link | 8 (green) |
Emulation |
Keyboard / mouse | USB |
Video | HDMI: 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
Search interval | 0 & nbsp; - & nbsp; 255 seconds (preset 5 sec.) |
Power consumption | DC12V: 9.77W: 88BTU |
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Operating temperature | 0 & nbsp; - & nbsp; 40 ° C |
Storage temperature | - 20 & nbsp; - & nbsp; 60 ° C |
humidity | 0 & nbsp; - & nbsp; 80% RH, non-condensing |
Physical properties |
Housing | Metal |
Weight | 3 , 11 & nbsp; kg (6.85 & nbsp; lb) |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 43.24 x 21.43 x 4.40 & nbsp; cm (17.02 x 8.44 x 1.73 & nbsp; in.) |
Note | For some rack-mount products it should be noted that the usual dimensions of WxDxH are given in an LxWxH format. |