ATEN
Aten CE100 Mini USB VGA Cat 5 KVM Extender
Extend your PC console up to 330 feet with the Aten CE100 Mini USB KVM Extender. This compact solution uses cost-effective Cat 5e cabling for high-quality VGA video and full USB peripheral support. It includes both local and remote units, simplifying remote access to your computer. The extender supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 and features real-time DDC communication. Designed for reliability, it offers built-in ESD protection and a bus-powered local unit for easy setup.
$183.51
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
951
/ 1363
#951 in KVM Switches
Price vs Category Average
-83%
Below average
Maximum Resolution
1920120060100.
/ x @ Hz (at ft)
Who it's for
- Long-Distance Extension
- Compact and Portable Design
- Standard Cat 5 Cabling
Who should skip it
- Limited High-Resolution Support
- Basic USB Functionality
- Requires External Power
Key Specs
Maximum Resolution
1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (at 100 ft.)
Maximum Extension Distance
330 feet (100 m)
Local Unit Power Consumption
DC5V, 0.5W (Bus-powered)
Remote Unit Power Consumption
DC5V, 1.25W
Connectors (Local Unit)
1 x USB Type B Female, 1 x HDB-15 Male, 1 x RJ-45 Female
Connectors (Remote Unit)
1 x USB Type A Female, 1 x HDB-15 Female, 1 x Knob
Housing Material
Metal
Operating Temperature
0-50°C
Features
- Extends VGA/USB console up to 330 feet
- Uses cost-effective Cat 5e cabling
- Supports high resolutions up to 1920 x 1200
- Local unit is bus-powered, no external adapter needed
- Includes manual video compensation adjustment
- Built-in ESD protection for durability
- Supports real-time DDC communication
- Wall-mountable design for flexible placement
What customers say
This KVM extender is highly valued for its compact design and straightforward plug and play installation, making it excellent for space constrained environments. Users consistently report reliable performance and minimal latency when operating within recommended distance and resolution parameters, positioning it as a strong value proposition over complex IP solutions. However, performance is sensitive to cabling quality. Critical feedback notes that pushing the unit to maximum distance or higher resolutions often results in noticeable video degradation, including blurring or ghosting. Overall, the device excels as a dependable, basic remote access tool when expectations are managed regarding high fidelity video transmission.
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