ATEN CL5716N LCD KVM Switch, USB-PS/2, VGA, UK-Layout

16-Port PS/2-USB-VGA LCD KVM Switch with Daisy-Chain Port and USB Peripheral Support

The ATEN CL5716N is an extendable Slideaway™ housing KVM unit featuring an integrated LCD screen. It allows users to control multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console, including keyboard, mouse, and monitor. A single CL5716 unit can manage up to 16 computers. The system supports daisy-chaining up to 31 additional KVM switches, enabling centralized management of up to 512 computers from one console.

The CL5716 incorporates modern KVM technology, boasting a built-in 17-inch LCD screen with LED backlight, a full keyboard, and a touchpad. This unit is designed for efficient integration into standard 19-inch rack cabinets, fitting within a 1U rack-mountable sliding chassis.

Image Description 1: A front view of the ATEN CL5716N LCD KVM Switch, showcasing its integrated 17-inch LCD screen, full keyboard, and touchpad within a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing.

Image Description 2: A rear view of the ATEN CL5716N LCD KVM Switch, displaying the various connection ports for computers and peripherals.

Key Features

• Keyboard Layout: English (UK)
• Exclusive LED illumination developed by ATEN to light the keyboard and touchpad for visibility in low-light conditions.
• Integrated KVM console with 17-inch LCD screen with LED backlight in a Slideaway™ 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 a single console (with compatible KVM switches: ACS1208A, ACS1216A, CS1708A, CS1716A).
• Dual interface – supports computers and consoles with PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse.
• The LCD module's USB port provides individual computers access to connected USB devices (*).
• LCD module can be rotated up to 115° for ergonomic viewing angles.
• Multi-platform compatible: 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 even when the console is currently connected to another computer.
• 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 switches, hotkeys, and multilingual On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
• Automatic detection of station position in daisy-chaining – no DIP switch settings required; the front panel LED indicator shows the station's position.
• Port names are automatically reconfigured when the station order is changed.
• Dual-level password protection – only authorized users can view and control computers.
• Supports one administrator and four user accounts with independent profiles.
• Automatic port switching for continuous monitoring of selected computers.
• Broadcast function – keyboard commands can be sent simultaneously to all connected computers.
• Hot-Plugging – connect or disconnect computers without shutting down the switch.
• Beep on/off via hotkey and OSD menu.
• 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 peripheral devices are only supported when using the USB cable set. They do not function when using the PS/2 cable set.

Technical Specifications