Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches

With limited server room space and rising maintenance costs, network administrators are now more than ever looking for solutions that reduce both costs and space requirements. ATEN Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches offer a spacesaving, streamlined approach to KVM switching technology by integrating an LCD panel, full keyboard, and touchpad into a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing. The LCD display is built into the cover and keyboard and touchpad are built into the base. Slide the KVM module out, flip the cover up, and you’re ready to take control. When you have finished, simply flip the cover down and slide the KVM module away.

ATEN KL series of enterprise class Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches/LCD Consoles offer a space-saving, streamlined approach to KVM switching technology by integrating an independently retractable LCD monitor, keyboard, and built-in touchpad in a Dual Rail housing. The Dual Rail housing is less than 1U high for easy installation and manipulation in 1U of rack space. To maximize space in your data center, the keyboard “hides away” when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor reclines against the rack to enable continuous monitoring of computers.

Ergonomic design allows the LCD module to rotate for a more comfortable viewing angle. ATEN Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches/LCD Consoles rotate up to 120° for optimum comfort.

LCD KVM Switches/LCD Consoles provide second console ports for connecting an extra KVM console. The second console can be added easily via the rear port, enabling two users to independently manage the computers on the KVM installation. The second console enables a user to control the KVM switch and servers from an external console. Or, connect a KVM extender or CN8000 KVM on the NET™* to the second console port to provide remote access to the LCD KVM Switch/LCD Console and the attached servers.

* The CN8000 from ATEN is an ultra-compact, Over IP solution for remote access to computers and KVM installations. Please see ATEN catalogfor more information.

LCD KVM Switches/LCD Consoles have the added convenience of a mouse port for customers who want to use an external mouse instead of the touchpad.

The LCD KVM Switches provide three port selection methods to access computers on the installation including Hotkey, OSD and manual. Many models also have conveniently located station and port selectors with 7-segment LED displays to quickly switch to target computers.

Dedicated Invocation Keys allow you to conveniently invoke Hotkey and OSD modes. They reduce the number of keystrokes necessary to access important features.

ATEN Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches feature auto scan functionality to scan and monitor the status of all connected computers. The scan interval can be set from 1–255 seconds at the administrator’s convenience. In addition, many models feature time-saving broadcast functionality that allows your commands from the keyboard to be broadcast to all available computers on the installation.

The semi-automatic lock/unlock design enables the keyboard module to remain securely locked away in position when sliding the LCD out. When finished, just flip the cover down and unlock the release catch, then slide the module away. This function makes control and operation more safe, secure and convenient.

Each LCD KVM Switch has helpful labels and intuitive, color-coded icons which help users to operate the device more easily.

* Not all products support these features. Please see the comparison table for difference.

• LCD KVM Switches/LCD Consoles Solution Guide
• 17"/19" Dual Rail LCD Console Datasheet
• 16-Port 17" Touch Screen Dual Rail LCD KVMP™ Datasheet