ATEN CS1716A 16-Port USB/PS/2 KVM Switch, Expandable to 512 Computers, 1U Rack Mount, 2048 x 1536, Black

ATEN CS1716A – Control up to 16 computers from one console

The ATEN CS1716A suits server rooms and IT workspaces that need to manage several computers from one keyboard, mouse and monitor. It controls 16 computers directly, with daisy-chain expansion for up to 512.

Key specifications at a glance

Expand control as your setup grows

One CS1716A controls up to 16 computers. For larger installations, daisy-chain up to 31 additional switches to manage as many as 512 computers from the same console. This lets you build a central control point across a sizeable server environment.

Choose computers from the console

Use the push buttons, hotkeys or on-screen display to select a connected computer. Hot-plug support lets you connect or disconnect computers without shutting down the switch. Also, a front-panel USB port provides access to peripherals connected to a selected computer, one at a time.

Fit it into a standard rack space

The metal housing fits a 1U rack space and measures 437.2 mm wide, 159.9 mm deep and 44 mm high. Its VGA connection supports resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 pixels, so check that your monitor uses VGA and supports your intended resolution.

Included with the switch

• KVM cables
• Rack mount kit
• AC adapter
• Quick installation guide

Check your setup before ordering

• Confirm your monitor has a VGA connection and supports your required resolution.
• Check that your keyboard and mouse use USB or PS/2 connections.
• Confirm you have 1U of rack space and room for the switch’s dimensions.
• Check whether your installation needs additional daisy-chained switches to control more than 16 computers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many computers can one CS1716A control?

A: It controls up to 16 computers directly. With daisy-chained switches, one console can control up to 512.

Q: Which monitor connection does it use?

A: The console uses VGA, with a maximum supported resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels.

Q: Can I use USB and PS/2 keyboard and mouse connections?

A: Yes. The keyboard and mouse ports support USB and PS/2 connections.

Q: Does it fit in a rack?

A: Yes. It occupies 1U of rack space, and a rack mount kit is included.

A practical choice for centralised computer control

Choose the ATEN CS1716A when you need one console for multiple computers and room to expand beyond 16. Its VGA support, USB and PS/2 connections, and 1U rack format suit a range of IT setups.