ATEN ALTUSEN KH2508 User manual

KH2508
8/16-Port 2-User Cat 5 KVM Switch
The KH2508 Aand KH2516 AKVM switches are control units that allow IT administrators to access and control
multiple computers from two PS/2 or USB KVM consoles (two bus). Operators working at up to two consoles can
independently and simultaneously take control of up to 8 (KH2508 A), or 16 (KH2516 A), computers. By daisy
chaining up to 31 additional switches, as many as 512 computers can be controlled from the original KVM
consoles.
These switches have been designed with unique and powerful features that enable administrators to manage their
entire server room and data center devices easily and conveniently.
For example, the advanced Adapter ID feature stores the Adapter Cable's conguration information – such as its
ID, port name, OS, keyboard language, etc. This feature allows administrators to relocate servers to dierent ports
without having to recongure the adapters . Other advances found with these switches includes enhanced video
quality – extending the distance to the servers to up to 50 m *at a resolution of 1280 x 1024.
A KH2508 Aor KH2516 Ainstallation provides one of the best, and most economical, solutions ATEN oers to the
SMB market. There is no better way to save time, space, and money than with a KH2508 Aor KH2516 AKVM
switch.
*With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 3 for details.
KH2508 A
KH2516 A

Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts.
Diversied port operation modes (Occupy, Exclusive, and Share) enable exible
computer and access rights management between the two consoles.
The KH2508 A/ KH2516 AKVM series supports automatic ID recognition of the
new ATEN KVM Cable Adapter KA7000 series. Using the new adapter cables
with ID means it is not required to change cable conguration settings when
moving cables from port to port.
Device ID and attributes are stored in the adapter cables allowing you to
hot-swap port connections without having to recongure attributes.
Multiple User Accounts
Port Operation Modes
Adapter Cables with ID
USB
HDB-15 Male
USB Type A Male
KA7170/KA7570
KA9170/KA9570
Sun Legacy
KA9130/KA7130
13W3 Male
DIN 8 pin Male
RS-232 DB-9 Female
Serial
KA9140
The following KVM Adapter Cables are required for use with the KH2508 A/ KH2516 A:
Type:
Interface:
KA7120/KA7520
KA9120/KA9520
PS/2
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
HDB-15 Male
USB
HDB-15 Male
USB Type A Male
KA7970
KA7920
PS/2
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
HDB-15 Male
KH2516AKH2516A
Cat 5e/6 cable
KVM Adapter Cable

FEATURES
Benets
Three port selection methods: Manual (via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey,
and multi-language OSD (On Screen Display). Multi-language keyboard support
includes US English, UK English, French, German, Swiss German, Hungarian,
Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish and Traditional Chinese.
Auto scanning provides hands-free monitoring of selected devices at variable
rates. Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers –
allowing you to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades,
shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously.
Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40 meters,
and 1280x1024@75Hz for up to 50 meters with the new ATEN KVM Cable
Adapter KA7000 series.
Easy Operation
Auto Scanning and
Broadcast Mode
Superior Video Quality
•Two KVM consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 8 or 16 directly connected
computers
•Space-Saving RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cabling
•By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH2508 A/ KH2516 Aswitches, as many as 512 computers
can be controlled from the original KVM consoles
•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
•Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40
meters, and 1280x1024@75 Hz for up to 50 meters *
•Congue port access rights for users on a port - by - port basis
•Diversied port operation mode enables exible computer management – Occupy, Exclusive and
share modes
•Three port selection methods: Manual (via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey, and multi-language
OSD (On Screen Display)
•Multiplatform support – PC, Mac, Sun, and serial
•Multiple User Accounts -Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts
•Two-Level Password Security- Supports one administrator and ten user proles. Strong password
protection prevents unauthorized accessing to the installation
•Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers
•Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers – allowing you to perform
operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously
•Adapter ID
•Firmware Upgradeable
* With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 3 for details.

19641 Da Vinci, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
Phone: 888.999.ATEN (2836) Fax: [phone]
ATEN New Jersey - SI/VAR Division
155 Pierce Street, Somerset, NJ 08873
Phone: 888.999.ATEN (2836) ext. 2300 Fax: [phone]
ATENConnect
ATEN North America
Email: [email protected] Website: www.aten-usa.com
ATEN Technology
Specication
Function KH2508 AKH2516 A
* With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 3 for details.
Computer
Connections
Direct 816
Max 256 (via Daisy Chain) 512 (via Daisy Chain)
Port Selection OSD (On Screen Display);
Hotkeys Pushbutton Switches
Connectors
Console
Ports
Keyboard 2 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Purple) ;
2 x USB Type A Female
Video 2 x HDB-15 Female
Mouse 2 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Green);
2 x USB Type A Female
KVM Ports 8 x RJ-45 Female 16 x RJ-45 Female
Daisy
Chain
In 1 x DB-25 Female (Black)
Out 1 x DB-25 Male (Black)
FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black)
Power 1 x 3-prong AC socket
Switches
Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton 16 x Pushbutton
Console Selection 2 x Pushbutton
KVM Reset 1 x Recessed pushbutton
F/W Upgrade 1 x Slide
Power 1 x Rocker
LEDs
Port Online 8 (Green) 16 (Green)
Selected 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
Console 2 (Orange)
Power 1 (Blue)
Station ID 1 x 2 Digit 7-segment (Orange)
Emulation Keyboard PS/2; USB
Mouse PS/2; USB
Scan Interval 1–255 seconds
Video 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (40m);
1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz (50m) *;
I/P Rating 100–240 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 1A
Power Consumption 120V/7.2W; 230V/8.6W 120V/7.6W; 230V/9.0W
Environment
Operating Temp. 0–50° C
Storage Temp. -20–60° C
Humidity 0–80% RH; Non–condensing
Physical
Properties
Housing Metal
Weight 2.81 kg 2.85 kg
Dimensions
(L x W x H) 43.72 x 16.36 x 4.40 cm