ATEN 16-port, 1-user CAT-5 IP KVM Switch

16-port, 1-user CAT-5 IP KVM switch 

KH1516Ai CAT-5 High-Density Over the NET™ KVM switch is a 16-port device in a 1U-high housing allowing local and remote operators to monitor and access the entire enterprise data center over the Internet using a web-based browser.

KH1516Ai features CAT-5e/6 cable-link to CPU modules attached to the servers. This arrangement has several advantages over standard KVM cabling:
• The use of CAT-5e/6 cables permit distances between server and KVM switch up to 160 ft with ATEN’s new 7000 series modules.
• CAT-5e/6 cables are considerably lighter and easier to manipulate than traditional KVM cables
• The KVM switch works with any combination of PS/2, USB, Sun, and serial devices by merely connecting the applicable module.

In addition to TCP/IP connectivity, KH1516Ai provides KVM ports for a locally attached USB and/or PS/2 console and a Mini-USB port for a VNC Laptop console – allowing access and control from the data center, over the Net, or from a laptop’s USB connection.

This is a single bus unit, so although up to 32 users may be logged in simultaneously only one operator has control.

A special Message Board feature – similar to an internet chat program – lets all logged in users exchange information and communicate with each other to manage the installation cooperatively.

Other features that contribute to the switch’s versatility include:
• Panel Array Mode- which allows real-time monitoring of up to 16 servers simultaneously in a grid arrangement.
• Mouse DynaSync™ ensures remote and local mouse pointer alignment
• Adapter ID. The adapter holds the computer name assigned to the server and all user account information so there is no need to re-identify moved servers and their users permissions.
• VNC port. This mini-USB port allows a laptop to be connected via VNC for local access and control

Features and Benefits
• Dedicated USB port directly connects to a laptop for easy console operation
• High port density – RJ-45 connectors for up to 16 ports in a 1U housing
• One bus for remote KVM over IP access
• Supports PS/2, USB, Sun Legacy (13W3) and serial (RS-232) connectivity
• Local console provides PS/2 and USB keyboard and mouse support
• Supports multiplatform server environments: Windows, Mac, Sun, Linux and serial devices
• High video resolution – up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz at up to 40 meters and 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz at up to 50 meters, with ATEN KVM Cable Adapter KA7000 series
• Daisy chain up to 31 additional units – control up to 512 (KH1516Ai) computers from a single console
• Up to 64 user accounts – up to 32 users simultaneously share the control
• End session feature – administrators can terminate running sessions
• Event logging and Windows-based Log Server support
• Local Log Event
• Firmware upgradeable
• Adapter ID – stores port information allowing administrators to relocate the servers to different ports, without having to reconfigure the adapters and switch
• Port Share Mode allows multiple users to gain access to a server simultaneously
• Integration with ALTUSEN CC2000 Management software
• Local Console, Browser, and AP GUIs offer a unified multi-language interface to minimize user training time and increase productivity
• Multiplatform client support (Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Sun)
• Multi-browser support (IE, Mozilla, Firefox, Safari, Opera, Netscape)
• Browser-based User interface in pure Web technology allows administrators to perform administrative tasks with no need for Java to be pre-installed
• User can launch multiple Virtual Remote Desktops to control multiple connected servers from the same login session
• Full-screen or sizable and scalable Virtual Remote Desktop
• Panel Array Mode
• Device ID and attributes are stored in the adapter cables allowing you to hot-swap port connections without having to reconfigure attributes
• Local keyboard broadcast – keyboard input can be duplicated on all the attached servers
• Remote authentication support: RADIUS, LDAP, LDAPS, and MS Active Directory
• Advanced security features include password protection and advanced encryption technologies – 1024 bit RSA; 56 bit DES; 256 bit AES; and 128 bit SSL
• Flexible encryption design allows users to choose any combination of 56- bit DES, 168-bit 3DES 256-bit AES, 128-bit RC4, or Random for independent KB/Mouse, video, and virtual media data encryption
• Support for IP/MAC Filter
• Configurable user and group permissions for server access and control
• Video quality and video tolerance can be adjusted to optimize data transfer speed; monochrome color depth setting, threshold and noise settings for compression of the data bandwidth in low bandwidth situations
• Full screen or scalable video display
• Message Board for communication among remote users
• Mouse DynaSync™ – automatically synchronizes the local and remote mouse movements
• On-screen keyboard with multi-language support

Package Content
1x KH1516Ai
1x Power cord
1x Firmware upgrade cable
1x Rack-mount kit
4x Foot pads
1x User manual
1x Quick start guide
Cables, dongles*/adapters are not included – see listing of compatible dongles*, cables and adapters below

* While KA71xx dongles are compatible with this switch, any extra dongle feature (e.g. virtual media, CAC readers or audio) wouldn’t be supported, being that it’s not supported by the switch. Please refer to the KVM adapter-cable compatibility list for details.