CS18208 - ATEN 8-PORT USB3.0 4K HDMI KVM

The ATEN CS18208 8-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch can effectively access and control up to 8 HDMI computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and HDMI monitor console. The CS18208 supports high video quality up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz), presenting crystal-clear visuals. To meet the needs of easy expansion and flexibility, the CS18208 can control up to 512 computers by cascading to three levels for a single console. Furthermore, the CS18208 supports multi-display function by stacking up to eight CS18208 units to compare and analyze information on 8 monitors at most, which substantially streamlines the working environment. With two patented ATEN technologies – Video DynaSync™ and EDID Expert™, the CS18208 can optimize display resolution, accelerate switching between ports and power up smoothly while eliminating boot-up display problems. Besides, the CS18208 comes with a built-in USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub delivering data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps, allowing users to speed up operations and share USB peripherals instantly. For user-friendly port selection methods, the CS18208 offers pushbuttons, hotkeys, RS-232 commands, and OSD with newly-designed UI, bringing effortless and intuitive operations. To eliminate security concern, a two-level password authorization is available to enhance security protection for accessing and controlling computers. Consolidating these advantageous functionalities, the CS18208 is ideal for server room or computer room management applied in industries with requirements for high-quality images and multitasking, such as enterprise, government, production, telecom, finance, media, content provider, video surveillance, etc.

 

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Technical details
Product colour	Black
Rack mounting	No
Scan interval	255 s
Push button	Yes
On Screen Display (OSD)	Yes
LED indicators	Yes
Hot keys	Yes
USB hub	Yes
Video
HD type	4K Ultra HD
Video bandwidth	60 Hz
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2160 pixels
Ports & interfaces
Console USB ports quantity	2
Console ports	3.5mm headphone, 3.5mm mic, HDMI, USB A
Number of microphone inputs	17
Number of computers controlled	16
Keyboard port type	USB
Mouse port type	USB
Video port type	HDMI
Audio connections	Yes
Headphone outputs	17
HDMI ports quantity	17
DC-in jack	Yes
USB hub	Yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-B ports quantity	16
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A hub ports quantity	2
Performance
Auto scan delay (max)	255 s
HD type	4K Ultra HD
Video bandwidth	60 Hz
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2160 pixels
Scan interval	255 s
Design
Product colour	Black
Rack mounting	No
Push button	Yes
LED indicators	Yes
Hot keys	Yes
Housing material	Metal
Display
Built-in display	No
On Screen Display (OSD)	Yes
Power
Power source	DC
Power consumption (typical)	13.12 W
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 80%
Weight & dimensions
Width	8.44" (214.3 mm)
Depth	17" (432.4 mm)
Height	1.73" (44 mm)
Weight	7.8 lbs (3.54 kg)
Packaging content
Cables included	Audio (3.5mm), HDMI, USB
Manual	Yes
AC adapter included	Yes
Other features
Push button	Yes
Hot keys	Yes