ATEN ALTUSEN KH2508a User manual

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The KH2508
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and KH2516
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KVM 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
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), or 16 (KH2516
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),
computers. By daisy chaining up to 15 additional switches, as many as 256 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 different 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
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or KH2516
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installation provides one of the best, and most economical, solutions ATEN
offers to the SMB market. There is no better way to save time, space, and money than with a KH2508
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or KH2516
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KVM switch.
*With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 3 for details.
KH2508
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/KH2516
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2-console 8/16-port Cat 5 High-Density KVM Switch
KH2508A
KH2516A

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Features
•Two KVM consoles independently and simultaneously control up to 8 or 16 directly connected computers
•By daisy chaining up to 31 additional KH2508
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/ KH2516
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switches, as many as 512 computers can be
controlled from the original KVM console
•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*
• OSD Backup/Restore function – enables the administrator to back up the switch’s conguration and user
prole information
•Congure 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 profiles. 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 administrator-selected 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.
Benefits
Easy Operation
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 and
Broadcast Mode
Auto scanning provides hands-free monitoring of selected devices at
variable rates. Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to
administrator-selected computers – allowing you to perform operations
(such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them
simultaneously.
Superior Video
Quality
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.

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Multiple User
Accounts Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts.
Port Operation
Modes
Diversi ed port operation modes (Occupy, Exclusive, and Share) enable
 exible computer and access rights management between the two consoles.
Adapter Cables with
ID
The KH2508
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/ KH2516
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KVM 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.
The following KVM Adapter Cables are required for use with the KH2508
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/ KH2516
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:
Type:
Interface:
KA9130/KA7130
Serial
KA9140 KA7166 KA7168 KA7169
KA7120/KA7520
KA9120/KA9520
USB
KA7170/KA7570
KA9170/KA9570
KA7920
PS/2 Sun Legacy
13W3 Male
DIN 8 pin Male
RS-232 DB-9 Female
PS/2
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
HDB-15 Male
HDB-15 Male
USB Type A Male 6-pin Mini-DIN Male
6-pin Mini-DIN Male
HDB-15 Male
USB USB USB USB
HDB-15 Male
USB Type A Male
KA7970
DisplayPort Male
USB Type A Male
USB Type A Male
HDMI Male
USB Type A Male
USB Type A Male
DVI-D Male
(Single Link)
USB Type A Male
USB Type A Male
KH2516AKH2516A
Cat 5e/6 cable
KVM Adapter Cable

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ATEN International Co., Ltd.
3F., No.125, Sec. 2, Datong Rd., Sijhih District., New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.aten.com E-mail: [email protected]
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ATEN and the ATEN logo are trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd.
All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
Printed 08/2013 V7.0
Specification
Function KH2508
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KH2516
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Computer
Connections
Direct 8 16
Max 128 (via Daisy Chain) 256 (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
Out 1 x DB-25 Male
FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female
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) 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
* With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 3 for details.