Product Overview
The ATEN CL5716M is a slide-out control unit featuring an LCD monitor, integrated keyboard, and touchpad, allowing users to manage multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console. A single CL5716M can control up to 16 computers. By daisy-chaining up to 31 additional KVM switches, users can manage up to 512 computers from one console.
The CL5716M is a modern KVM technology solution with a built-in 17-inch LED-backlit LCD screen and a full keyboard with touchpad, housed in a space-saving 1U rack-mountable chassis for 19-inch racks.
Image Description: The first image shows the ATEN CL5716M KVM switch unit in a retracted position, highlighting its integrated 17-inch LCD screen and keyboard with a touchpad. The second image displays the front panel of the unit, revealing various ports and controls.
Key Features
- French Keyboard Layout
- Exclusive LED Illumination: Designed by ATEN to illuminate the keyboard and touchpad for visibility in low-light conditions. ?
- Integrated KVM Console: Features a 17-inch LED-backlit LCD screen in a Slideaway™ design.
- Space-saving Design: Allows up to two consoles (one bus) to control up to 16 computers.
- Daisy-chaining Capability: Control up to 512 computers by connecting up to 31 additional compatible KVM switches (e.g., ACS1208A, ACS1216A, CS1708A, CS1716A). ?
- Dual Interface: Supports computers and consoles with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice.
- USB 2.0 Port: The LCD module's USB port provides access to connected USB devices for each computer. *
- Adjustable LCD Module: Can be tilted up to 115° for an ergonomic viewing angle. ?
- Multi-platform Compatibility: Supports Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun operating systems.
- USB Multimedia Keyboard Support: Compatible with USB multimedia keyboards for PC, Mac, and Sun.
- Automatic Input Detection: Automatically detects PS/2 or USB input devices.
- Keyboard and Mouse Emulation: Provides seamless port switching, allowing computers to boot even when the console is switched to another computer.
- External USB Mouse Support: Supports an external USB mouse.
- Enhanced Graphics Quality: Supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz.
- No Software Installation Required: Easy switching between computers via front panel buttons, hotkeys, and a multi-language user interface through OSD menus.
- Automatic Station Positioning: Detects station position automatically when daisy-chained, eliminating the need for DIP switch settings. The front panel LED indicator shows the station's position.
- Automatic Port Renaming: Port names are automatically reconfigured when the station order is changed.
- Two-Level Password Protection: Only authorized users can view and control computers.
- User Accounts: Supports one administrator and four user accounts with independent profiles.
- Automatic Port Switching: Enables continuous monitoring of selected computers.
- Broadcast Function: Keyboard commands can be sent simultaneously to all connected computers. ?
- Hot-Plugging: Connect or remove computers without powering down the switch. ?
- OSD/Hotkey Control: Beep on/off control via hotkey and OSD menu. ?
- Simultaneous Firmware Updates: Allows simultaneous firmware updates for all daisy-chained KVM switches.
- Supported Keyboard Languages: English (US), English (GB), French, German, German (Switzerland), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Hungarian, Korean, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Russian. ?
* USB peripherals are only supported when using USB KVM cable sets. They are not supported when using PS/2 cable sets.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Article Number | 14.01.6244 |
| Manufacturer | ATEN |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CL5716MF |
| EAN (Single Unit) | 4710469343834 |
| Product Type | KVM-Switch, VGA |
| Color | Black |
| Package Contents |
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| Keyboard Layout | FR (French) |
| Power Connector | C14 power connector |
| Package Height | 140 mm |
| Package Width | 680 mm |
| Package Depth | 720 mm |
| Package Weight | 17.034 kg |
