Maintaining effective IT operations is crucial to keeping businesses and services running. With workforces navigating the adjustments of the new normal, sustaining 24/7 uninterrupted IT services while remaining competitive has become more mission-critical than ever. Meanwhile, as the amount of data has continued to grow exponentially over the years, boosting operational efficiency remains the focal point for data center and server room professionals as they strive to streamline routine procedures in automated processes, such as data entry, feature testing, BIOS flash, system updates, and much more.
The CS18216, featuring superior 4K video quality, USB 3.0 peripheral agility, and space-saving rackmount capability, allows 16 computers to be centrally controlled via a single console where IT engineers are enabled to expedite system operations by configuring multiple units simultaneously instead of working one at a time; routine or repetitive tasks and procedures can be promptly replicated and broadcasted on multiple computers in seconds, slashing time, space, and cost, while pursuing strengthened enterprise productivity.
Spectacular 4K DCI Visual Performance
With connection to HDMI or DisplayPort-enabled computers, 4K USB 3.0 Rack KVM Switch series effortlessly enriches console desktop operations with up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 @60 Hz) visual excellence. Video sources of high resolution visuals and imaging are displayed with great precision for improved analysis.
Video DynaSync™
Empowered by patented ATEN technology – Video DynaSync™, Rack KVM Switches deliver a smooth viewing experience by maintaining the ideal video settings under all operating systems when switching between ports, speeding up switching between systems, and powering up uninterruptedly while eliminating boot-up display problems.
Broadcast Mode to Expedite Timely Configurations
The practical and efficient Broadcast Mode can be easily invoked via OSD or serial commands to perform the same task or command simultaneously on all connected computers across different OS platforms, including software installation and upgrading, function testing, BIOS flash update, system-wide shutdown, and more, making server management effortless and hassle-free.
Cascadability to Upscale Server Management Efficiency
The number of connected computers can be scaled up to 512 by cascading the CS18208 in 3 levels, leaving room and flexibility for network expansion when needed.
Resilient Multi-Display Setup to Facilitate Live Feeds
When a large amount of complex content needs to be viewed at once or there’s a need to examine intensive data for analysis, up to 8 Rack KVM Switches can be stacked up to allow up to 8 monitors to be set up in a multi-display configuration (such as dual- / triple- / quad-display) to facilitate live feeds among computers at the console desktop.
Superb Data Transfer Rate for Swift Peripheral Sharing
The built-in 2-port USB 3.1 Gen 1 hub supports plug-n-play connection to two peripheral devices (e.g., printer, scanner, flash drive, etc.) for high-speed data transmission of up to 5 Gbps transfer rate, making console desktop operations agile and efficient.
Flexible Port-Switching Methods for Uplifted Productivity
Port switching is as easy and convenient as pressing the front-panel pushbuttons, pressing supported hotkeys, using the OSD, or entering RS-232 commands, whichever works best for you.
Space-Efficient 2-in-1U Rack Mounting
The ATEN 2-in-1U Mounting Kit (model: 2K-0001 / 2K-0002) enables the housing of an ATEN Rack KVM Switch with an ATEN Ultra Short Depth LCD Console in a 1U rack space, facilitating rack installation with optimum space efficiency.
Applications
Package Contents
- 1x CS18216 16-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch with Rack Mounting Kit
- 2x HDMI Cables
- 2x USB 3.0 Cables
- 2x Audio Cables
- 1x Firmware Upgrade Cable
- 1x Foot Pad Set (4 pcs)
- 1x Power Adapter
- 1x User Instructions
Product Comparison
Option |
CS18208
8-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch
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CS18216
16-Port USB 3.0 4K HDMI KVM Switch
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CS19208
8-Port USB 3.0 4K DisplayPort KVM Switch
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CS19216
16-Port USB 3.0 4K DisplayPort KVM Switch
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Number of Computers |
8
|
16
|
8
|
16
|
Console Interface |
USB
HDMI
|
USB
HDMI
|
USB
HDMI
DisplayPort
|
USB
HDMI
DisplayPort
|
Number of Consoles |
1
|
1
|
1
|
1
|
Max. Computers controlled |
512
|
256
|
128
|
256
|
Computer Interface |
USB
HDMI
|
USB
HDMI
|
USB
DisplayPort
|
USB
DisplayPort
|
Port Selection |
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
RS-232 commands
|
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
RS-232 commands
|
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
RS-232 commands
|
OSD
Hotkey
Pushbutton
RS-232 commands
|
Expansion Method |
(Cascade)
|
(Cascade)
|
(Cascade)
|
(Cascade)
|
Max. Resolution |
4096 x 2160@60Hz
|
4096 x 2160@60Hz
|
4096 x 2160@60Hz
|
4096 x 2160@60Hz
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USB Peripheral | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Firmware Upgradable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Audio Enable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Video DynaSync™ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Auto Scan | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Mounting Kit | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Independent Switching | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Multilingual Support | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Cascadable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Broadcast Mode | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
RS-232 Control | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Hotkeys | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Audio |
Speaker
|
Speaker
|
Speaker
|
Speaker
|
Multi-Platform Support |
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|
Windows
Mac
Sun
Linux
|