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Compact silver box with front push buttons and rear DVI, USB, audio ports

ATEN

ATEN CS1642A 2-port DVI dual-view KVM switch 2560×1600

SKU CH-EBH5-YPM81 MPN CS1642A

Controls two computers from one dual-monitor console at 2560×1600 resolution with USB 2.0 peripheral sharing

  • PC connectionsKeyboard & Mouse: 2 x USB type B (White) Monitor: 4x DVI-I (
  • Console portsKeyboard: 1x Type A USB Mouse: 1x Type A USB Monitor: 2x Dua
  • Computer ports2 Ports
  • Monitor ports2 Ports
  • Supported video resolution2560 × 1600
  • Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys
  • Dual-view control at 2560×1600 from one console
  • Two computers share dual monitors with 1.8 m cables
  • USB 2.0 hub lets peripherals switch with the PC
  • Hot-key and push-button switching with LED status
  • Daisy-chain two units for triple or quad-view layouts

Dual-view KVM for two computers

The ATEN CS1642A is a two-port DVI KVM switch that lets one user control two computers from a single keyboard, mouse and dual-monitor console. It supports a maximum video resolution of 2560 x 1600 and includes USB 2.0 hub functionality for shared peripherals. The unit also provides stereo audio and microphone switching for each connected system.

Installation uses supplied cable sets

Two custom 1.8 m DVI dual-link cable sets and two USB 2.0 cables are included, so each computer connects with a single bundled assembly. Switching between systems is done via front-panel push buttons or configurable hot keys, and LED indicators show the active port for KVM, audio and USB. Firmware upgrades are performed through the 3.5 mm flash ROM port using the provided cable.

Check your console and computer ports

Your console monitors must accept dual-link DVI-I input to reach the stated 2560 x 1600 resolution. Each source computer needs a DVI-I video output, two USB type B ports for keyboard and mouse, plus 3.5 mm jacks for speaker and microphone if audio switching is required. The switch draws power from the included 5.3 V adapter, so a mains socket must be available at the install location.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameATEN
Model nameCS1642A
Product typeDVI, USB
Display
Supported video resolution2560 × 1600
Ports & slots
PC connectionsKeyboard & Mouse: 2 x USB type B (White)
Monitor: 4x DVI-I (White)
Audio: 2 x Mini Stereo (Green)
Microphone: 2 x Mini Stereo (Pink)
Computer ports2 Ports
Monitor ports2 Ports
Power
Power requirements5.3 V / 12.2 W
Size & build
Product dimensions10.3 in × 1.8 in × 3 in (W × H × D)
Product weight1.2 lb (0.54 kg)
Shipping weight2.01 kg
Package size325 × 203 × 102 mm
More details
Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys
Status lightsMode: 2 x (Orange)
KVM: 2 x (Green)
Audio: 2 x (Green)
USB Peripherals: 2 x (Green)

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the CS1642A is switching both DVI displays at 2560 x 1600 after setup?

Press the front push buttons or hot keys; the green KVM LEDs show the active port while the orange Mode LEDs indicate dual-view operation, and both monitors should display the selected computer at 2560 x 1600.

What cables and accessories are included with the CS1642A and what must I buy separately?

The box contains the switch, two custom USB DVI dual-link 1.8 m cable sets, two custom DVI dual-link 1.8 m cables, a USB-to-PS/2 converter, a firmware upgrade cable, and a 5.3 V power adapter; no extra cables are required for two dual-view computers.

Which CS1642A configuration should I choose for dual-view 2560 x 1600 on two computers?

The CS1642A is a single 2-port model supporting two computers and two monitors at 2560 x 1600; choose this unit and use the included 1.8 m dual-link DVI cables for each display connection.

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