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Rectangular metal KVM switch with eight front push buttons and multiple rear ports

ATEN

ATEN CS1768 8-port DVI KVM switch with audio

SKU CH-2CQ5-H9BEB MPN CS1768

Controls eight DVI or VGA computers from one USB console with audio and two extra USB 2.0 ports

  • PC connectionsFlash ROM Upgrade: 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black) Monitor: 8 x DVI
  • Console portsMonitor: 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue) / 1 x DVI-I Female (White)
  • Computer ports8 Ports
  • Supported video resolution2048 × 1536
  • Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys/OSD
  • Auto-scan interval1-255 seconds
  • Control eight computers from one USB console
  • Switch via push buttons, hot keys or OSD
  • Auto-scan interval adjustable from 1 to 255 seconds
  • Supports 2048 x 1536 video resolution
  • Two extra USB 2.0 peripheral ports included

Product purpose

The ATEN CS1768 is an 8-port USB DVI KVM switch that lets one keyboard, mouse and monitor control eight computers. It handles both DVI and VGA video signals and passes stereo audio and microphone channels for each connected system. Two extra USB 2.0 ports on the front and rear give shared access to peripherals such as flash drives or printers.

Setup checks

Verify that each target computer provides a DVI-I or VGA video output and USB keyboard and mouse ports. Confirm the console monitor accepts either DVI-I or HDB-15 input at up to 2048 x 1536 resolution. Ensure a 5.3 VDC power source capable of 700 mA is available and that the operating environment stays within 0 to 50 °C and 80 % non-condensing humidity.

Who this suits

IT administrators managing up to eight servers or workstations from a single desk will benefit from push-button, hot-key and OSD switching with AutoScan intervals of 1 to 255 seconds. The unit cascades to three levels for larger installations. Buyers needing HDMI, DisplayPort or higher digital resolutions should look elsewhere, as should anyone requiring more than eight computer ports or remote IP access.

How it compares

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Price $489.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameATEN
Model nameCS1768
Product typeD-Sub, DVI, USB
Display
Supported video resolution2048 × 1536
Ports & slots
Console portsMonitor: 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue) / 1 x DVI-I Female (White)
Keyboard: 1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Mouse: 1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Audio: 2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green; 1 x front panel; 1 x rear panel)
Microphone: 2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Pink; 1 x front panel; 1 x rear panel)
Computer ports8 Ports
Power
Power requirementsVoltage: 5.3 VDC
Amps: 700 mA
Power Consumption: 3.76 W -- 13 BTU / Hr
Size & build
Product dimensions17.21 in × 6.34 in × 1.73 in
Product weight6.17 lb (2.8 kg)
Shipping weight4.17 kg
Package size546 × 236 × 127 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature rangeOperating: 0 to 50 °C
Storage: -20 to 60 °C
Humidity range0-80% RH, Non-condensing
More details
Switching methodPush Buttons/Hot Keys/OSD
Auto-scan interval1-255 seconds
Status lightsPower On: 1 (Dark Green)
Selected: 8 (Orange)
USB Peripherals: 8 Link (Green)

Questions about this item

Does the ATEN CS1768 come with the cables needed to connect eight computers, or do I buy them separately?

The switch provides eight DVI-I, USB Type B and stereo jack ports for computer links; cables for those connections are not included and must be purchased separately.

Should I choose the DVI-I or the HDB-15 console output for a 2048 x 1536 display?

Both console outputs support the full 2048 x 1536 resolution; use the DVI-I port for digital monitors and the HDB-15 port for analog VGA monitors.

Will the 3.76 W power draw of the CS1768 require a special circuit in a standard office rack?

The unit draws only 3.76 W at 5.3 VDC and 700 mA, so it operates from the supplied adapter on any normal office circuit without extra provisioning.

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