ATEN CL5808 User manual

CL5808/CL5816
8/16-Port Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch
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FEATURES
• Integrated KVM console with 19” LCD in a Dual Rail housing
• Space saving technology – up to two consoles (one bus) control up to 8 or 16 computers
• Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units*– control up to 256 (CL5808) or 512 (CL5816) computers from two
consoles (one bus)
• Dual Interface – supports computers and console with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
• Supports USB peripherals for computers connected to the local station
• LCD module rotates up to 120 degrees for a more comfortable viewing angle
• Console Lock – enables the console drawer to remain securely locked away in position when not in use
• Multiplatform support – Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun
• Supports multimedia USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
• Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
• Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) for smooth switching and simultaneous booting of multiple
computers even when the console focus is elsewhere
• Extra console port – manage computers in the LCD KVM switch from an external console (monitor, USB
keyboard, and USB mouse)
*With compatible KVM Switches:ACS1208A, ACS1216A,CS1708A,CS1716A
The CL5808/CL5816 Slideaway Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch are control units that allow access to multiple computers
from two PS/2 or USB KVM consoles. An extra console port is provided on the rear panel to manage the LCD
KVM switch from an optional external consoles.
The CL5808/CL5816’s 19” LCD monitor and keyboard/touch pad modules
slide independently of each other. To maximize space in your
data center, the keyboard/touch pad module slides back to "hide
away" when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor
rotates back – flush against the rack – allowing convenient
monitoring of computer activity. Quickly and conveniently switch
computer access with station and port selection pushbutton
switches located on the keyboard module. Even when the
keyboard module is in the retracted position you can still switch
access with the Port Up/Port Down pushbuttons located on the
monitor module.
The CL5808/CL5816 supports both PS/2 and USB keyboards and
mice for the connected computers, and the CL5808/CL5816 supports USB
peripheral devices to be used with the attached computers. A single CL5808/CL5816 can control up to 8 or 16
computers. As many as 31 additional compatible KVM switches can be daisy chained together, so that up to
256 or 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse console.

Benefits
Port Selection
USB Port
Extra USB mouse port
Conveniently located station and port selectors with LED displays to quickly
switch to target computers.
An additional USB port located on the front panel is available to connect
peripheral devices (flash drive, CD-ROM drive, etc.) to the switch. USB
peripherals can be used to install software, OS patches, or make system
backups to computers connected to the installation from the CL5808 / CL5816.
For added convenience, a USB mouse port is provided for users who prefer to
use an external mouse.
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Flexibility
Multilanguage support
Broadcast mode
The LCD module rotates up to 120 degrees for a more comfortable viewing
angle.
The CL5808/CL5816 supports the following OSD languages: English, German,
Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.
When this function is in effect, commands sent from the console are broadcast
to all available computers on the installation.This function is particularly useful
for operations that need to be performed on multiple computers, such as
performing a system wide shutdown, installing or upgrading software, etc.
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A
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• Supports external USB mouse
• Superior video quality – supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz
• No software required – convenient computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and
multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menus
• Auto-senses station's position on daisy chained installations; no need for manual dip switch setting; front
panel led indicates station's position
• Port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed
• Two level password security – only authorized users can view and control computers
• LCD power button helps save energy and prolong display’s life
• Supports one administrator and four user accounts with separate profiles
• Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers
• Broadcast support – commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the
installation
• Hot pluggable – add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
• Beeper on/off via hotkey and OSD
• Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switches at the same time via the daisy chain cable

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Optional
Single Person Easy Installation Kit
Slideaway™ LCD KVM switches allow you to choose from a host of optional rack mount kits to meet your
needs, including the Single Person Easy Installation Rack Mount Kit, which streamlines the rack mounting
process.
Normal rack mounting procedures call for at least two people to rack mount a KVM switch. The Single Person
Easy Installation Rack Mount Kit enables one person to rack mount a Slideaway™ LCD KVM switch. In just a
matter of minutes, your new Slideaway™ LCD KVM switch can go from the box to the rack.
For convenience and flexibility, there is one standard, and three optional rack mounting kits available:
2X-010G Short 2X-011G2X-012G
Control Up to 512 PCs
2nd Console
PS/2 USB
Win
Win Linux Linux Linux
Linux Mac Sun
USB
Computers
PS/2
Computers
Console 1
or
or
Easy Installation Rack Mount Kit Depth (cm)
2X-012G (Long/Optional) 68-105
2X-011G (Short/Optional) 57-70
Rack Mount Kit Depth (cm)
2X-010G (Long/Optional) 70-105
Short (Standard) 52-85

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Specifications:
Function CL5808 CL5816
Computer
Connections
Direct 8 16
Max 256 (via Daisy-chain) 512 (via Daisy-chain)
Port Selection OSD, Hotkeys, Pushbuttons
Connectors
External Console Port 1 x SPHD-18 Male (Yellow)
External Mouse Port 1 x USB Type-A Female (White)
KVM Ports 8 x SPHD-17/18 Female (Yellow) 16 x SPHD-17/18 Female (Yellow)
Daisy-chain Port 1 x DB-25 Male (Black)
FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black)
Power 1 x 3-prong AC Socket
USB Port 1 x USB Type-A (Female)
Switches
Reset 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
Power 1 x Rocker
Firmware Upgrade 1 x Slide
LCD Adjust 4 x Pushbutton
LCD On/Off 1 x LED Pushbutton (Orange)
Port Selection 2 x Pushbutton (LCD);
8 x Pushbutton (Keyboard)
2 x Pushbutton (LCD);
16 x Pushbutton (Keyboard)
Station Selection 2 x Pushbutton
LEDs
On Line 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
8 (Green) 16 (Green)
Selected
Station ID 2 x 7-segment LED Display (Orange)
Power 1 (Dark Green)
Lock
Num 1 (Green)
Caps 1 (Green)
Scroll 1 (Green)
Emulation Keyboard / Mouse PS/2, USB
Video 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz; DDC2B
Scan Interval (OSD Select) 1–255 sec.
I/P Rating 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1 A
Power Consumption 120V, 30.1W
230V, 30.7W
120V, 31.6W
230V, 32.4W
Environment
Operating Temp.
Storage Temp. -20–60°C
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical
Properties
Housing Metal + Plastic
Weight 14.83 kg 15.02 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H) 68.04 x 48.00 x 4.40 cm
0–50°C