ATEN
ATEN MasterView Mac to PS/2 Console Converter
Seamlessly integrate your classic Mac systems into modern setups with the ATEN MasterView Mac to PS/2 Console Converter. This essential interface device translates ADB keyboard, mouse, and DB-15 monitor signals to standard PS/2 and HDB-15 connections. It ensures full compatibility with ATEN's MasterView KVM switches, enabling centralized control of both Mac and PS/2 PCs. Installation is straightforward with no software required, offering a cost-effective solution that saves space and time. A secondary ADB port is included to support additional Macintosh accessories, enhancing your connectivity options.
$109.00
Owner Satisfaction
3.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1125
/ 1160
#1125 in Computer Interface Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-81%
Below average
Input Ports
15
/ ADB, DB-
Who it's for
- Seamless Mac Integration
- Essential Legacy Support
- Reliable Hardware Conversion
Who should skip it
- Highly Obsolete Interface
- Lack of Modern Feature Support
- Extremely Niche Application
Key Specs
Input Ports
ADB, DB-15
Output Ports
PS/2, HDB-15
Dimensions
81.3 mm (W) x 101.6 mm (L) x 35.6 mm (H)
Model Number
CV160
Conversion Types
ADB/DB-15 to PS/2/HDB-15
Operating System Compatibility
macOS
Output Interface Type
VGA
Features
- Converts ADB/DB-15 to PS/2/HDB-15 signals
- Integrates Mac systems into KVM setups
- Supports secondary ADB accessories
- Full Mac keyboard functionality via PS/2
- No software installation required
- Saves time, space, and money
- Compatible with ATEN MasterView products
What customers say
This converter is praised for solving the difficult compatibility challenge of connecting legacy Mac ADB peripherals to modern PS/2 systems, offering users a way to keep cherished equipment. Satisfaction is high when integration is seamless, highlighting its necessary role in bridging standards. However, the core sentiment is mixed due to significant functional inconsistencies. The most frequent issue involves unreliable mapping of essential Mac modifier keys, causing user frustration. While the build feels solid, some report connection drops over time. Ultimately, this device is seen as a vital but imperfect solution whose success depends entirely on the specific hardware environment it is used within.
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