ATEN CS1308-AT-G
8-Port PS/2-USB VGA KVM Switch

ATEN CS1308 expedites access to up to 8 PCs via one set of keyboard, mouse and monitor, allowing IT staff to productively manage multiple computers all at once via easy switching. ATEN CS1308 is also expandable and allows 8 more switches to be cascaded to enable centralized management of up to 64 PCs via one KVM console.
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One Console Cable, Two Connection Options
ATEN CS1308 offers two types of console KVM cables in different lengths for selection, allowing connection to either PS/2 or USB keyboard/mouse to flexibly accommodate installation requirements.
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Smooth Cross-Platform Integration
ATEN CS1308 enables the integration of different computer systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, and Sun) that are accessible from one KVM console.
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Application
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Product Comparison
| Option |
8-Port PS/2-USB VGA KVM Switch
|
8-Port PS/2-USB VGA KVM Switch with Daisy-Chain Port and USB Peripheral Support
|
8-Port USB DVI/Audio KVM Switch
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Computers |
8
|
8
|
8
|
| Console Interface |
PS/2
USB
VGA (SPHD)
|
PS/2
USB
VGA (SPHD)
|
USB
VGA
DVI-I
|
| Number of Consoles |
1
|
1
|
1
|
| Max. Computers controlled |
64
|
256
|
512
|
| Computer Interface |
PS/2
USB
VGA (SPHD)
|
PS/2
USB
VGA (SPHD)
|
USB
VGA
DVI-I
|
| Port Selection |
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
|
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
|
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
|
| Expansion Method |
(Cascade)
|
(Daisy Chain)
|
(Cascade)
|
| Max. Resolution |
2048 x 1536
|
2048 x 1536
|
2048 x 1536
|
| USB Peripheral |
N/A
|
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| Firmware Upgradable | |||
| Audio Enable |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
| Video DynaSync™ | |||
| Auto Scan | |||
| Mounting Kit | |||
| Independent Switching |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
| Multilingual Support | |||
| Cascadable |
N/A
|
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| Daisy Chain |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
| Broadcast Mode | |||
| Hotkeys | |||
| Audio |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Speaker
Microphone
|
| Multi-Platform Support |
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Features
ATEN CS1308 KVM switch allows access and control up to 64 computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). As many as 8 additional switches can be cascaded bringing the total number of connected computers to 64 computers that can be controlled from a single KVM console. The switch supports both USB and PS/2 connections for the console and computers.
- One USB-PS/2 console controls 8 computers
- Cascade up to 2 levels – control up to 64 computers
- Dual Interface – supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
- Multiplatform support – Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun
- Video DynaSync™ – Exclusive ATEN technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolution when switching between ports
- Supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
- Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
- USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation – computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
- Superior video quality – up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
- Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menu
- Two level password security – only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with a separate profile for each
- Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
- Hot pluggable – add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
- Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
- Firmware upgradeable
- No software installation required
- Designed for desktop or rack mount (19″ system rack, 1U)
Spesification
| Computer Connections | |
| Direct | 8 |
| Maximum | 64 (via Cascade) |
| Port Selection | OSD, Hotkey, Pushbutton |
| Connectors | |
| Console Ports | 1 x SPHD-18 Male (Yellow) |
| KVM Ports | 8 x SPHD-18 Female (Yellow) |
| Firmware Upgrade | 1 x RJ-11 Female (Black) |
| Power | 1 x DC Jack |
| Switches | |
| Ports | 8 x Pushbutton |
| Firmware Upgrade | 1 x Slide |
| LEDs | |
| Online | 8 (Orange) |
| Selected | 8 (Green) |
| Power | 1 (Dark Green) |
| Emulation | |
| Keyboard / Mouse | PS/2, USB |
| Video | 2048 x 1536; DDC2B |
| Scan Interval | 1 – 255 Seconds (Default: 5 secs) |
| Power Consumption | DC5.3V:2.34W:19BTU/h
Note: |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0-50˚C |
| Storage Temperature | -20-60˚C |
| Humidity | 0-80% RH, Non-condensing |
| Physical Properties | |
| Housing | Metal |
| Weight | 1.89 kg ( 4.16 lb ) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 43.72 x 16.13 x 4.40 cm (17.21 x 6.35 x 1.73 in.) |
| Note | For some of rack mount products, please note that the standard physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format. |
Datasheet
CS1308-CS1316-8-16-Port-PS-2-USB-VGA-KVM-Switch-datasheet-en.pdf (620.31 KB)
User Manual
| File Name | Release Date |
| cs1308-cs1308d-cs1316-user-manual-w.pdf (3.52 MB) | 2025-03-24 |










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