Aten 16-Port KVM Switch

KH1516

$599.95

Discontinued
Replaced by: Aten KH1516A
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The Aten KH1516 is a 16-port KVM switch that allows you to access and control up to 512 computers from a single keyboard/monitor/mouse console. The KH1516 features RJ-45 connectors and CAT-5 cable to link to the computers. Combined with Auto Signal Compensation (ASC) signs can travel up to 130 feet and still maintain high video resolution. Utilizing PS/2 and USB KVM adapter for the final linkup, the Aten KH1516 allows any combination of PC, Macs, SUN computers, and serial devices to coexist on the installation.

KH1516 Features:

  • A single console controls up to 16 computers
  • Daisy chain up To 31 additional units - Control up to 512 computers from a single console
  • Auto-Sensing of station position on daisy chained installations
  • Front panel LED indicates station position port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed
  • No software required
  • Convenient computer selection via port selection switches, Hot keys, and intuitive on screen display (OSD) menus
  • AutoScan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
  • Hot pluggable - Add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
  • Two level password security - Only authorized users view and control the computers - Up to four users plus an administrator - Separate profiles for each users.
  • Two level logout - Manual and timed
  • Firmware upgrade through flash ROM
  • PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - Computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
  • Supports PS/2 compatible mice, Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer, Logitech FirstMouse+
  • Extends the distance between computers and the switch- up to 130' for resolution of 1280 x1024@ 60Hz, 100' for resolution of 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz.
  • Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)

Aten KH1516 Requirements:

  • At console side:
    • A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor
    • A PS/2 mouse
    • A PS/2 keyboard
       
  • At Computer side:
    • A VGA, SVGA or Multisync video output port
    • CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 cable - Connecting KH1516 to each of computer adapters

KH1516 Specifications:

Mechanical  
Width 4.6 in. (11.8 cm)
Height 9.3 in. (23.5 cm)
Length 21.7 in. (55 cm)
Switches  
Reset 1 x semi-recessed push button)
Power 1 x Rocker
Connectors  
Power 1 x 3-prong AC socket
Computer Connections  
Direct 16
Daisy Chain or Cascading 512
Emulation  
Mouse PS/2
Keyboard PS/2
LEDs  
Selected 16 (Red)
Station ID 2 x 7 Segments
On Line 16 (Green)
Power On 1 (Blue)
Console Connectors  
Monitor 1 x HDB-15 F
Mouse 1 x 6 pin mini-DZN F
Flash ROM Upgrade RJ11
Keyboard 1 x 6 pin mini-DZN F
Power  
Amps 1 amp
Voltage AC 100~ 240 V Auto Sensing
Housing Metal
CPU Connectors  
Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor 16 x RJ-45 for Cat-5 cable
Scan Interval User Specified: 1 - 255 secs.
Humidity 0 - 80% RH, Non-condensing
Operating Temperature 32F~122F (0C~50C)
Port Selection Hotkeys ; OSD (On Screen Display); Push Button
Video Resolution 1600x1200@ 60Hz(100 ft), 1280 x1024@ 60 Hz ( 130 ft)
Power Consumption 27 W
Storage Temperature -4F~140F (-20C~60C)
Daisy Chain 1 x DB-25M ; 1 x DB-25F
Security 2-level password security