ATEN CS1788 8-Port DVI Dual-Link USB KVM Switch
The CS1788 8-Port USB DVI Dual Link KVM Switch by ATEN is a versatile solution designed to streamline your workspace by allowing control of up to 8 computers from a single console. With support for both DVI and VGA video outputs, this KVM switch is perfect for multi-monitor setups.
- Multi-Display Functionality: Stack up to four CS1788 units for quad-display capabilities, enhancing your productivity.
- Cascadable Design: Control up to 512 computers by cascading up to three levels of switches.
- On-Screen Display (OSD): Easily navigate and manage connected computers with a user-friendly OSD, complete with backup and restore features.
- Audio Support: Enjoy rich audio experiences with support for 2.1 channel surround sound systems.
- Enhanced Security: Two-level password authorization ensures secure access to your systems.
Whether you're in IT management or simply need to optimize your workspace, the CS1788 is the ideal choice for efficient computer control.
Ports & interfaces
Number of computers controlled512
Keyboard port typeUSB
Mouse port typeUSB
Video port typeVGA/DVI-I
DVI-I ports quantity9
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity1
Console ports3.5mm headphone, 3.5mm mic, DVI-I, USB A, VGA (D-Sub)
Console USB ports quantity2
USB 2.0 ports quantity10
USB connector typeUSB Type-A
Audio connections✓
Headphone outputs8
DC-in jack✓
Performance
Maximum resolution2560 x 1600 pixels
Video bandwidth60 Hz
Scan interval1,255 s
HDCP✓
Firmware upgradeable✓
Design
Rack mounting✓
Rack capacity1U
Product colorBlack
Housing materialMetal
Cascadable✓
LED indicators✓
Push button✓
Hot keys✓
Display
Built-in displayNo
On Screen Display (OSD)✓
Power
Power sourceDC
Input voltage5.3 V
Power consumption (typical)6.47 W
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported✓
Linux operating systems supported✓
Mac operating systems supported✓
Other operating systems supported✓
Sustainability
Compliance certificatesRoHS
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 80%
Weight & dimensions
Width17.2" (437.2 mm)
Depth6.35" (161.2 mm)
Height1.73" (44 mm)
Weight6.17 lbs (2.8 kg)
Packaging content
Cables includedKVM
Manual✓
AC adapter included✓
Rack mount kit✓
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code85176200