ATEN CL5816N 48cm-LCD KVM Switch USB-PS/2, VGA, 16 Port, US-Layout

Product Overview

The CL5816 is a control unit in a retractable dual-rail slideaway™ chassis with an LCD screen, enabling the management of multiple computers from two PS/2 or USB KVM consoles. The rear of the device features an additional console port for optional control of the LCD KVM switch from an external console.

[Image: A close-up view of the ATEN CL5816N KVM switch in its extended, slide-out configuration, showcasing the integrated keyboard and touchpad.]

[Image: A diagram illustrating the ATEN CL5816N KVM switch in a rack-mounted setup, depicting connections between multiple computers and the switch, highlighting the 16-port configuration. The diagram includes a US flag emoji.]

Key Features

• Exclusive LED lighting developed by ATEN to illuminate the keyboard and touchpad for visibility in low-light conditions.
• Integrated KVM console with a 19" LCD monitor featuring LED backlight, in a dual-rail design.
• Space-saving design: up to two consoles (one bus) can control up to 16 computers.
• Daisy-chain up to 31 additional devices, controlling up to 512 computers from two consoles (one bus).
• Dual interface: supports computers and consoles with PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse.
• Supports USB peripherals for computers connected to the local station.
• LCD module rotatable up to 120° for setting an ergonomic viewing angle.
• Console lock: locks the retracted console in a secure position when not in use.
• Multi-platform compatibility: Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun.
• Supports USB multimedia keyboards for PC, Mac, and Sun.
• Automatic detection of PS/2 or USB input devices.
• Keyboard and mouse emulation (USB and PS/2) for seamless port switching – computers can be started when the console is currently connected to another computer.
• Supports an external USB mouse.
• Improved graphics quality: supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz.
• No software installation required: easy switching between computers via front panel switches, hotkeys, and multilingual user interface via OSD screen menus.
• Automatic detection of station position in daisy-chaining: no DIP switch settings required. The front panel LED indicator signals the station's position.
• Port names are automatically reconfigured when you change the station order.
• Two-level password protection: only authorized users may view and control computers.
• The LCD On/Off switch helps save power and extends the display's lifespan.
• Supports one administrator and four user accounts with independent profiles.
• Automatic port switching for continuous monitoring of selected computers.

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