ATEN
ATEN KH1516A Cat 5 High-Density KVM Switch
This is the Aten KH1516A KVM switch, a powerful control unit designed for IT administrators. It allows you to access and control up to 16 computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). If you need to manage even more systems, you can daisy chain up to 31 additional switches, giving you control over a massive total of 512 computers from that original console! The maximum operating distance for connections is approximately 164.04 ft, and it supports a maximum video resolution of 1600 x 1200. The unit features 16 RJ-45 network ports, 2 PS/2 ports, 2 USB ports, and 1 VGA port. Please note that this product is manufactured in China and comes with a California Proposition 65 warning regarding exposure to Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP).
$731.04
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
497
/ 1363
#497 in KVM Switches
Price vs Category Average
-33%
Below average
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Who it's for
- High-Density Cat 5 Cabling
- Excellent Scalability and Management
- Intuitive On-Screen Display (OSD)
Who should skip it
- Lack of Built-in IP Access
- Required Server Adapter Modules
- Limited Maximum Resolution
Key Specs
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164.04 ft
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1600 x 1200
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Features
- Control up to 16 computers from a single console
- Daisy chain up to 31 additional switches for control of up to 512 computers
- Supports PS/2 or USB KVM consoles
- Maximum video resolution of 1600 x 1200
What customers say
IT professionals highly value the ATEN KH1516A for its robust build quality and exceptional port density, which significantly simplifies cable management in dense server racks using Cat 5 infrastructure. Reliability is a consistent highlight; the unit performs seamless server switching dependably once set up, making it a trusted workhorse. The core functionality and consolidation capabilities are excellent selling points for managing medium to large environments. A key consideration for buyers is the total cost, as required adapter cables add substantial expense beyond the initial switch price. While functional, the On-Screen Display interface is sometimes noted as less modern than newer web-based options. Overall, it is viewed as a high-quality, essential tool for centralized control.
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