ATEN CS1768 8 Port USB DVI/Audio KVM Switch

The CS1768 8-port USB DVI KVM Switch is a multi-purpose appliance that consolidates access and control of up to 8 computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and dual-monitor (DVI-I and VGA) console. It can be cascaded to three levels u2013 allowing up to 73 CS1768s to control up to 512 computers u2013 all from the original single console, making it ideal for industry-grade IT applications and management. In addition, the CS1768 features Multiview functionality, which enables the use of standard USB cables to stack up to four switches for quad-viewing in multiple-monitor installations where each computer is fitted with multiple video cards. It allows you to contrast, analyse and monitor video output in convenient ways, substantially simplifying the working environment. Furthermore, the CS1768 comes with ATENu2019s on-screen display (OSD) function, which can access any computer connected to the installation, it also offers OSD configuration back up/restore to save/ back up the OSD settings and restore them as needed. The CS1768 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio enabled. Two microphones can provide audio input to each of the computers, and you can listen to the audio output of each computer on two sets of speakers (on a one-at-a-time basis). Package Contents 1x CS1768 8-Port USB DVI KVM Switch with Rack Mounting Kit 2x KVM Cable (DVI-D, USB, Audio; 1.8m/6ft) 1x Firmware Upgrade Cable 1x Power Adapter 1x Foot Pad Set (4 pcs) 1x User Instructions One USB console controls eight Single Link DVI or VGA computers and two additional USB 2.0 devices KVM console supports a digital (DVI-D) or an analog (VGA) video output Computer ports support digital (DVI) and analog (VGA) video inputs* u2013 mixed operation possible Cascadable to three levels u2013 control up to 512 computers Multiview mode u2013 stack up to four CS1768 units and display video from up to four monitors (dual view / triple view / quad view) Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) OSD Backup/Restore function u2013 enables the administrator to back up the switchu00B4s configuration and user profile information 2-port USB 2.0 hub built in Fully compliant with the USB 2.0 specification Two-level (Administrator/User) password authorization for enhanced security protection Multilingual OSD supports English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, and French Audio enabled u2013 full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 channel surround sound systems Console audio ports on front panel for easy access Multiplatform support u2013 Windows, Linux, Mac, Sun Supports widescreen resolutions Superior video quality u2013 1920 x 1200 (Single Link DVI); 2048 x 1536 (VGA); DDC2B Independent switching of KVM and USB focus DVI digital and analog monitor support u2013 fully compliant with the DVI specifications HDCP compatible Video DynaSyncu2122 u2013 exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports Console mouse port emulation/bypass feature supports most mouse drivers and multifunction mice Chinese, and Spanish Complete keyboard emulation for error-free booting Mac/Sun keyboard support and emulation** Multilingual keyboard mapping u2013 supports English (US), English (UK), French, German, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Auto Scan Mode for monitoring all computers Broadcast mode u2013 allows you to send commands from the console to all computers to perform operations simultaneously. Firmware upgradable Note: * A VGA input requires a VGA to DVI adapter or a VGA to DVI KVM cable(2L-7DX2U/2L-7DX3U). This KVM cable is sold separately ** PC keyboard combinations emulate Mac/Sun keyboards; Mac/Sun keyboard work only with their own computers 8-Port USB DVI KVM Switch Computer Connections Direct 8 Maximum 512 (via Cascade) Port Selection OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton Connectors Console Ports 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue) 1 x DVI-I Female (White) 2 x USB Type A Female 2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink; 1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel) 2 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green; 1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel) KVM Ports 8 x DVI-I Female (White) 8 x USB Type B Female 8 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Green) 8 x 3.5mm Audio Jack Female (Pink) Firmware Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black) Power 1 x DC Jack USB Hub 2 x USB Type A Female (1 x front panel, 1 x rear panel) Switches Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton Reset 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton Firmware Upgrade 1 x Slide Switch LEDs USB Link 8 (Green) Power 1 (Dark Green) On Line /Selected 8 (Orange) Emulation Keyboard / Mouse USB Video DVI (Single Link): 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz; VGA: 2048 x 1536 @ 60Hz Scan Interval 1u2013255 seconds (default: 5 secs.) Power Consumption DC5.3V:4.53W:47BTU Environmental Operating Temperature 0-50u00B0C Storage Temperature -20-60u00B0C Humidity 0 – 80% RH, Non-condensing Physical Properties Housing Metal Weight 4.74 kg ( 10.44 lb ) Dimensions (L x W x H) 43.72 x 16.12 x 4.40 cm (17.21 x 6.35 x 1.73 in.) Note For some of rack mount products, please note that the standard physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format. Success Stories K Training Command – Training Room, Korea VM1600, CL6700MW, CS1768, CE610, Security Monitoring in Casino White Papers What is KVM ? Datasheet cs1768_rack_kvm_switch_ds_en.pdf (1.27 MB) User Manual cs1768-1788_um_w_2018-06-28.pdf (3.54 MB) Quick Start Guide cs1768_1788_rack_kvm_switch_qsg.pdf (4.55 MB) CAD Drawing CS1768-ASM-V02_WEB.pdf (48.86 KB) Firmware Description Ver. Release Date File Name Firmware Upgrade v1.4.136 2018-04-02 cs1768_v1.4.136.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.4.134 2017-09-29 cs1768_v1.4.134.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.4.132 2017-03-28 cs1768_v1.4.132.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.3.129 2017-02-22 cs1768_v1.3.129.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.3.128 2016-08-29 cs1768_v1.3.128.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.3.127 2016-03-04 cs1768_v1.3.127.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.3.123 2016-01-18 CS1768_v1.3.123.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.2.118 2013-10-25 CS1768_v1.2.118.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.2.117 2013-03-13 cs1768_v1.2.117.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.2.116 2012-09-17 cs1768_v1.2.116.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.2.115 2012-07-04 cs1768_v1.2.115.zip Firmware Upgrade v1.1.105 2011-07-11 cs1768_v1.1.105.zip,