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KL1508 A (KL1508AM: 17" LCD; KL1508AN: 19" LCD)

KL1516 A (KL1516AM: 17" LCD; KL1516AN: 19" LCD)
8/16-Port Cat 5 High-Density Dual Rail LCD KVM Switch

ATEN ALTUSEN KL1508A / KL1516A LCD KVM Switch features independently retractable, dual slide 17" or 19"
LED-backlit LCD monitor and keyboard with built-in touchpad. The KL1508A and KL1516A KVM switches are
control units that allow IT administrators to access and control multiple computers from the LCD console and an
extra PS/2 or USB KVM console.

For increased reliability and efficiency, RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cable are used to link to the computers.
Utilizing KVM Adapter Cables for the final linkup, the KL1508A / KL1516A permits any combination of PCs,
Macs, Sun computers, and serial devices to coexist on the installation.

These switches have been designed with unique and powerful features that enable administrators to manage
their entire server room and data center devices easily and conveniently.

For example, the advanced Adapter ID feature stores the Adapter Cable's configuration information – such as
its ID, port name, OS, keyboard language, etc. This feature allows administrators to relocate servers to different
ports without having to reconfigure the adapters . Other advances found with these switches includes enhanced
video quality – extending the distance to the servers to up to 50 m* at a resolution of 1280 x 1024.

A KL1508A or KL1516A installation provides one of the best and most economical solutions ATEN offers to the
SMB market. There is no better way to save time, space, and money than with a KL1508A or KL1516A KVM
switch.

*With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 4 for details.

KL1508 A

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Features
• Exclusive LED illumination light – designed by ATEN to illuminate the keyboard and touchpad
to allow visibility in low-light conditions
• Integrated KVM console with 17” or 19” LED-backlit LCD monitor in a Dual Rail housing
• A single console controls up to 8 (KL1508A) or 16 (KL1516A) computers
• Space-Saving RJ-45 connectors and Cat 5e/6 cabling
• KVM adapter cables* designed with automatic conversion to allow flexible interface combinations
(PS/2, USB, Sun and serial) to control all computer types
• OSD tree structure makes finding and managing computers easy
• Conveniently located station and port selectors with LED displays to quickly switch to target
computers
• Dual Rail housing is slightly less than 1U with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in
1U of rack space
• Extra console port – manage computers in the LCD KVM switch from an external console
(monitor, USB or PS/2 keyboard, and USB or PS/2 mouse)
• Supports external USB mouse
• Dual Rail – LCD monitor slides independently of the keyboard/touchpad
• LCD module rotates up to 120 degrees for a more comfortable viewing angle
• Console lock – enables the console drawer to remain securely locked away in position when not
in use
• Dedicated Hotkey Mode and OSD Invocation Keys reduce the number of keystrokes and provide
quick access to these functions
• Daisy chain up to 31 additional KVM switches to control up to 512 computers
• Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers
• Multiplatform support: PC, Mac, Sun and Serial
• Superior Video Quality- Supports the video resolutions up to 1280x1024@75 Hz for up to 50
meters*
• Configure port access rights for users on a port - by - port basis
• Three port selection methods: Manual (via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey, and multi-language
OSD (On Screen Display)
• Multiple User Accounts – Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts
• Two-Level Password Security – Supports one administrator and ten user profiles. Strong password
protection prevents unauthorized accessing to the installation
• LCD power button helps save energy and prolong displays’ life
• Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers – allowing you to perform
operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.), on them simultaneously
• Adapter ID
• Firmware Upgradeable
* With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 4 for details.

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Benefits

The LCD module rotates up to 120 degrees for a more comfortable viewing
Flexibility
angle.

Three port selection methods: Manual

(via front panel pushbuttons), Hotkey, and multi-language OSD (On Screen Display).
Easy Operation Multi-language keyboard support includes English(US); English(UK); French,
German, German(Swiss), Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian,
Spanish, Swedish and Traditional Chinese.

Auto scanning provides hands-free monitoring of selected devices at variable rates.

Auto Scanning and Broadcast Mode sends commands from the console to all computers –allowing you
Broadcast Mode to perform operations (such as software installation, upgrades, shutdowns, etc.),
on them simultaneously

Supports the video resolutions up to 1600x1200@60Hz for up to 40 meters, and

Superior Video Quality 1280x1024@75Hz for up to 50 meters with the new ATEN KVM Cable Adapter
KA7000 series.

Multiple User Accounts Supports up to 10 user and 1 administrator accounts

Space-Saving RJ-45 This space-saving innovation means that the KL1508A /KL1516A can be
Connectors and Cat 5e/6 conveniently installed in a 1U system rack.
Cabling Reduces cable clutter for a neat and tidy data center environment

The KL1508A / KL1516A KVM series supports automatic ID recognition of the

new ATEN KVM Cable Adapter KA7000 series. Using the new adapter cables with
ID means it is not required to change cable configuration settings when moving
Adapter Cables with ID
cables from port to port.
Device ID and attributes are stored in the adapter cables allowing you to hot-swap
port connections without having to reconfigure attributes.

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Optional
Single Person Easy Installation (Optional)
ATEN ALTUSEN LCD KVM Switches allow you to choose from a host of optional rack mount kits to meet your
needs, including the Single Person Easy Installation Rack Mount Kit, which streamlines the rack mounting process.
Normal rack mounting procedures call for at least two people to rack mount a KVM switch. The Single Person Easy
Installation Rack Mount Kit enables one person to rack mount a LCD KVM Switch. In just a matter of minutes, your
new LCD KVM Switch can go from the box to the rack.

Rack Mount Kits

For convenience and flexibility, there is one standard, and three optional rack mounting kits available:

2X-010G Short 2X-012G 2X-011G

The following KVM Adapter Cables are required for use with the KL1508A / KL1516A:

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Specifications

Function KL1508A KL1516A

Direct 8 16
Computer Connections
Max 256 (via Daisy Chain) 512 (via Daisy Chain)
Port Selection OSD (On Screen Display); Hotkeys Pushbuttons
1 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Purple);
Keyboard
1 x USB Type A Female (White)
Console Ports Video 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue)
1 x 6-pin Mini-DIN Female (Green);
Mouse
1 x USB Type A Female (White)
Connectors
KVM Ports 8 x RJ-45 Female (Black) 16 x RJ-45 Female (Black)
Daisy Chain Chain Out 1 x DB-25 Male (Black)
FW Upgrade 1 x RJ-11 Male (Black)
Power 1 x 3-Prong AC socket
External Mouse 1 x USB Type A (Female)
Port Selection 8 x Pushbutton 16 x Pushbutton
KVM Reset 1 x Semi-recessed pushbutton
F/W Upgrade 1 x Slide
Switches Power 1 x Rocker
LCD Power 1 x Pushbutton
LCD Adjustment 4 x Pushbutton
Station 2 x Pushbutton
On Line 8 (Green) 16 (Green)
Port
Selected 8 (Orange) 16 (Orange)
Power 1 (Blue)
Station ID 1 x 2 Digit 7-segment (Orange)
LEDs
1 x Num Lock (Green)
Lock 1 x Caps Lock (Green)
1 x Scroll Lock (Green)
LCD Power 1 (Orange)
Emulation Keyboard / Mouse PS/2; USB (PC, Mac, Sun); Serial

Video 1280 x 1024@ 75 Hz (50 m)*

Scan Interval 1–255 sec.

I/P Rating 100-240 V AC; 50/60 Hz; 1A
17” LCD 100V/23.2W; 230V/24.4W 100V/24.5W; 230V/24.5W
Power Consumption
19” LCD 100V/23W; 230V/23W 100V/23W; 230V/23W
Operating Temp. 0–40˚ C
Environment Storage Temp. -20–60˚ C
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Housing Metal
17” LCD 15.19 kg 15.20 kg
Physical Weight
19” LCD 15.35 kg 15.36 kg
Properties
17” LCD 48.00 x 70.12 x 4.40 cm 48.00 x 70.12 x 4.40 cm
Dimensions (L x W x H)
19” LCD 48.00 x 70.12 x 4.40 cm 48.00 x 70.12 x 4.40 cm

* With KVM Adapter Cable KA7000 series, please see page 4 for details.

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