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Silver 1U rackmount KVM switch with eight RJ-45 ports, front buttons and LEDs

ATEN

ATEN KH1508Ai 8-port Cat5 IP KVM switch

SKU CH-HQ3J-37MQV MPN KH1508Ai

Eight-port Cat5 KVM switch with IP remote access and 1600 x 1200 video in a 1U rackmount

  • PC connectionsKeyboard, Video, Mouse: 8 x RJ-45 Female
  • Console portsKeyboard: 1 × 6-pin Mini-DIN Female / 1 x USB Type A Female
  • Computer ports8 Ports
  • Monitor ports1 Port
  • Supported video resolution1600 × 1200
  • Switching methodPush Buttons
  • Control up to 8 servers from one console with 8 RJ-45 ports
  • Access remotely over IP using a single dedicated bus for KVM control
  • Connect a laptop directly via the dedicated USB console port for quick local management
  • Fit 16 ports in 1U rack space using high-density RJ-45 connectors
  • Support PS/2, USB, Sun Legacy and serial devices across Windows, Mac, Sun and Linux

8-port Cat5 IP KVM Switch

The ATEN KH1508Ai is a 1U rack-mount KVM switch that lets one administrator control up to eight servers from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse console. It connects to each server through Cat5 cabling using RJ-45 links, and adds a dedicated IP bus for remote over-IP management. The unit ships new with power cord, firmware cable, rack kit and documentation.

Cat5 cabling with RJ-45 server links

The decisive specification is the use of eight RJ-45 ports for server connections over Cat5 cable, supporting video up to 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz across distances of 40 metres and 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz across 50 metres. A single HDB-15 port serves the local monitor, while PS/2 and USB connectors handle local keyboard and mouse. Front push buttons and LED indicators provide local port selection and status.

Suited for dense server racks needing IP access

This switch suits environments that need high port density in 1U and require remote KVM over IP alongside local console control. It is not for buyers who need more than eight server ports, who require digital video inputs such as DVI or HDMI, or who need multi-user simultaneous access.

How it compares

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Price $845.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 4,010 comparable items (median $105.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameATEN
Model nameKH1508Ai
Product typeD-Sub, USB, PS/2
Display
Supported video resolution1600 × 1200
Ports & slots
PC connectionsKeyboard, Video, Mouse: 8 x RJ-45 Female
Console portsKeyboard: 1 × 6-pin Mini-DIN Female / 1 x USB Type A Female
Mouse: 1 × 6-pin Mini-DIN Female / 1 x USB Type A Female
Monitor: 1 x HDB-15 Female
Computer ports8 Ports
Monitor ports1 Port
Size & build
Product dimensions17.2 in × 6.4 in × 1.7 in
Product weight6.2 lb (2.81 kg)
Shipping weight4.99 kg
Package size546 × 241 × 23 mm
In the box
In the box1x KH1508Ai
1x Power Cord
1x Firmware Upgrade Cable
1x Rack Mount Kit
1x Foot Pad(4pcs)
1x User Manual
1x Quick Start Guide
More details
Switching methodPush Buttons
Status lightsPower On: 1 (Blue)
Link: 8 (Orange)
Selected: 8 (Orange)
10/100 Mbit/s: 1 (Orange / Green)

Questions about this item

Will the 1600 x 1200 resolution hold over the full Cat5 cable run?

The switch supports 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz up to 40 meters and 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz up to 50 metres over Cat5.

What does the 10/100 Mbps LAN port limit for remote access?

Remote KVM over IP runs over a single 10/100 Mbps Ethernet link, capping session bandwidth to 100 Mbps.

How much rack depth does the 1U chassis need?

The unit is 17.2 inches deep, 6.4 inches wide and 1.7 inches high; a rack-mount kit is included.

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