Aten 16 Port Cat5 KVM Switch, 2 Users

The Aten KH2516 is an 16 port Cat 5 KVM Switch which is a dual channel device, allowing two operators to independently and simultaneous access up 16 directly connected computers, and up a maximum of 4096 servers through three level cascading.  Cascading is achieved via dedicated RJ-45 cascade ports and Cat 5e cabling. Both, first level consoles are able to access all 4096 computers in the installation, on the second tier, one console can access second and third level servers, and one console on the third level can access third level servers.  Security consists of two level access (Administrator and User) password / user name protected. The Administrator can set user access on a port-by-port basis, and as many as 96 user accounts can be created.  The KH2508 Cat5 KVM Switch supports mixed environments of Windows, MAC , Linux, Unix, Novell, and OS/2 and employs keyboard emulation for special Mac and Sun keys.

Aten KH2516 Cat5 KVM Switch Application Diagram

Aten KH2516 Features:

• Two KVM consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 16 directly connected computers
• Cascade up to 3 levels of switches to support up to 4096 computers
• Superior video resolution – 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz up to 40 m; 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz up to 30 m
• Multiplatform support: PC, Mac, Sun, and serial
• Backup and restore configuration settings to an external flash drive to simplify installation for disaster recovery
• No software to install – convenient computer selection via graphical on-screen display (OSD) menus
• Supports two-level user access control (administrator and user)
• Supports up to 96 user accounts
• Configure port access rights for users on a port-by-port basis
• Diversified port operation mode enables flexible computer management – Occupy, Exclusive and Share modes
• OSD port list automatically expands when stations are added
• Port names are automatically reconfigured when the station/computer sequence is changed
• OSD screen automatically adjusts to resolution changes
• Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers
• User activity log support
• Console conversion – any type of KVM console can control any type of computer; mixed combinations
• (PS/2 & USB) supported on both the KVM console and computer sides
• USB / PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation – computers boot even when the KVM console focus is elsewhere
• Hot pluggable – add or remove components without having to power off the KVM switch
• Free lifetime firmware upgrades
• Effortlessly upgrade an entire installation – automatically upgrade all cascaded switches and adapter cables directly from the root station
• Compact design – rack mounts in only 1U of rack space

Package Includes:

• 1 KH2516 Cat 5 KVM Switch\
• 1 Power Cord
• 1 Grounding Wire
• 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable
• 1 Rack Mount Kit
• 1 Foot Pad Set (4 pcs.)
• 1 User Manual
• 1 Quick Start Guide

Aten KH2516 Specification: