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for All Products Aten CS1768 8-Port USB DVI/Audio KVM Switch Dual-Display DVI-I VGA USB 2.0 Hub Manufacturer:Aten SKU:CS1768 Condition:New Warranty:1 Year
The CS1768 is an 8-port USB DVI/Audio KVM switch designed to consolidate control of multiple computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and dual-display console. It supports both DVI-I and VGA video inputs and provides audio I/O for each connected system. The unit enables cascade expansion and multiview stacking to scale multi-computer installations.
Key features include 8-port Single Link DVI or VGA switching, a built-in 2-port USB 2.0 hub, multilingual on-screen display (OSD) and two-level user authorization. The switch supports cascade to control up to 512 computers and Multiview mode to stack up to four units for dual/triple/quad display layouts. OSD backup and restore, broadcast mode and Auto Scan are provided for centralized management.
Video performance supports Single Link DVI up to 1920 x 1200 and VGA up to 2048 x 1536, DDC2B and HDCP compatibility. Video DynaSync optimizes EDID handling to eliminate boot-up display issues and preserve resolution when switching. Scan interval and firmware upgrade options are configurable to tune monitoring and maintenance workflows.
Connectivity includes 2 x USB Type A console ports, DVI-I and HDB-15 monitor ports at the console, 8 x USB Type B and 8 x DVI-I KVM ports, plus microphone and speaker jacks. Front-panel console audio ports and a front USB hub port provide easy access for peripherals. The unit is fully USB 2.0 compliant and supports Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun platforms.
Typical applications include server rooms, control rooms and multimedia workstations where centralized keyboard/mouse/display/audio control is required. The CS1768 is suitable for IT administrators who need consolidated access, monitoring, and synchronized command broadcast across multiple computers. Multiview and cascade functions make it useful for surveillance, testing labs and multi-system development environments.
Installation is straightforward with metal housing, front-panel controls and LED status indicators. Firmware is upgradeable and the device offers independent KVM and USB focus switching for flexible peripheral mapping. The CS1768 combines rugged build quality and configurable management features to simplify multi-computer operations and USB console controls1 USB console controls 8 Single Link DVI or VGA computers, 2 USB 2.0 devicesSupports both digital and analog videoDVI, VGA, mixed operation possibleCascadable3 levels, up to 512 computersMultiview modeStack up to 4 units, dual/triple/quad viewComputer selectionFront panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, OSDOSD Backup/RestoreBackup and restore switch configuration, user profilesUSB hub2-port USB 2.0 hub built-inUSB complianceUSB 2.0Password authorizationTwo-level Administrator/UserMultilingual OSDEnglish, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Russian, FrenchAudio enabled2.1 channel support, front panel console audioMultiplatform supportWindows, Linux, Mac, SunWidescreen supportSupports widescreen resolutionsVideo quality1920 x 1200 DVI, 2048 x 1536 VGA, DDC2BIndependent switchingIndependent KVM and USB focus switchingDVI supportDVI digital and analog monitor support, DVI spec compliantHDCPHDCP compatibleVideo DynaSyncEDID management, boot-up display optimizationMouse emulationConsole mouse port emulation/bypass, supports most driversKeyboard emulationComplete keyboard emulation, Mac/Sun support and emulationMultilingual keyboard mappingEnglish US, English UK, French, German, Japanese, Korean, TraditionalAuto Scan Mode1-255 seconds scan interval, default 5 secondsBroadcast modeSend commands to all computers simultaneouslyFirmware upgradableFirmware upgrade via RJ-11Computer ConnectionsDirect8Maximum512 (via Cascade)Port SelectionOSD, Hotkey, PushbuttonConnectorsConsole Ports2 x USB Type A Female, 1 x HDB-15 Female, 1 x DVI-I Female, 2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Pink), 2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)KVM Ports8 x USB Type B Female, 8 x DVI-I Female, 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green), 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Male (Pink)Firmware Upgrade1 x RJ-11 FemalePower1 x DC JackUSB Hub2 x USB Type A Female (1 front, 1 rear)SwitchesPort Selection8 x PushbuttonReset1 x Semi-recessed PushbuttonFirmware Upgrade Switch1 x Slide SwitchLEDsUSB Link8 (Green)Power LED1 (Dark Green)On Line /Selected8 (Orange)EmulationKeyboard / MouseUSBVideoDVI Single Link 1920 x 1200, VGA 2048 x 1536Scan Interval1-255 Seconds, Default 5 secsPower ConsumptionDC 5.3V, 3.76 WEnvironmentalOperating Temperature0-50 CStorage Temperature-20-60 CHumidity0-80% RH Non-condensingPhysical PropertiesHousingMetalWeight2.80 kg, 6.17 lbDimensions (L x W x H)43.72 x 16.12 x 4.40 cm, 17.21 x 6.35 x 1.73 in
Package Includes:
1x CS1768 8-Port USB DVI KVM Switch with Rack Mounting Kit 2x Custom USB DVI-D KVM Cable Sets 1x Firmware Upgrade Cable 1x Power Adapter 1x Foot Pad Set (4 pcs) 1x User Instructions
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