The Aten CS1708i is an 8-port KVM switch in a 1U housing for convenient rack mounting. This device allows system administrators to access the attached servers both locally and over IP (LAN and/or WAN). CS1708i works platform independent and supports e.g. Windows, Linux, MAC, SUN
The special KVM cables and the Aten feature “Video DynaSync”, makes sure that an optimal video resolution can be maintained. In addition it’s easy to expand the KVM installation. By using Daisy Chain cables the number of accessible servers can be increased up to 128.
At the console side users can connect a VGA monitor / LCD and a USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse for local operation. A dedicated USB port enables the connection of a USB peripheral.