The ATEN CS1768 8-port USB DVI KVM Switch is a control unit that allows access and control of up to 8 computers from a single USB keyboard, USB mouse, and dual-monitor (DVI-I and VGA) console. The CS1768 KVM can be cascaded to three levels - allowing up to 73 CS1768s to control up to 512 computers - all from the original single console. In addition, the CS1768 comes with ATEN's new Video DynaSync� technology, which optimizes display resolution.
With the ATEN CS1768 8-port KVM, there are three convenient methods to access any computer connected to the installation: (1) using the pushbutton port selection switches located on each unit's front panel; (2) entering Hotkey combinations from the keyboard; and (3) selecting from menus provided by the on-screen display (OSD). The CS1768 includes an Auto Scan feature that also permits automatic scanning and monitoring of the activities of all computers running on the installation one by one.
The ATEN CS1768 provides multimedia keyboard support and is audio enabled. Two microphones can provide audio input to each of the computers, and you can listen to the audio output of each computer on two sets of speakers (on a one-at-a-time basis).
Question: Will this KVM work with non ATEN brand cables?
The Aten CS1768 utilizes standard DVI, USB (Type B), and AUX (3.5mm) connectors, which means you can use any non-proprietary KVM cable, or separate DVI, USB, and Audio cables, with the CS1768.
Answer: Thank you for your inquiry. The Country of Origin for this device is Taiwan.
8-Port USB DVI Dual Link KVM Switch, 1-4 Multi-Monitor Cascaded.