The CL5708 Slideaway – LCD KVM Switch series is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) console. A single CL5708 can control up to 8 or 16 computers. As many as 31 additional KVM switches can be daisy-chained to the CL5708, so that up to 256 computers can all be controlled from a single KVM console.
The CL5708 offers a space-saving, streamlined approach to KVM switch technology by integrating a keyboard, 17″, 17.3″ or 19″ LED-backlit LCD monitor, and touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing. The 17.3″ LCD monitor offers Full HD superior video quality for enhanced visibility and clarity.To enhance security, the CL5708 offers the option to use a fingerprint identification system for controlling access to both the CL5708 itself and the servers it commands.
The CL5708 is built on a modular design. The KVM section can be detached from the switch section for convenient maintenance and repair.
Note: Optional rack mount kits are available. For more information, refer to Compatible Accessories below.
CL5708M: 17″ LCD
CL5708MW: 17.3″ FHD LCD
CL5708N: 19″ LCD
CL5708FM: 17″ LCD with fingerprint reader
Key Features
- Exclusive LED illumination light – designed by ATEN to illuminate the keyboard and touchpad to allow visibility in lowlight conditions
- Integrated KVM console with 17”, 17.3” or 19“ LED-backlit LCD monitor in a Slideaway™ housing
- Available with or without fingerprint identification reader1
- Space-saving technology – up to two consoles (one bus) control up to 8 or 16 computers
- Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units – controls up to 256 computers from a single console
- Dual interface – supports computers and consoles with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
- USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals2 (inapplicable to CL5708MW)
- LCD module rotates up to 120 degrees for a more comfortable viewing angle
- Multiplatform support – Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun
- Supports multimedia USB keyboards for PC, Mac, and Sun
- Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
- Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) for smooth switching and simultaneous booting of multiple computers even when the console focus is elsewhere
- Additional hot-pluggable USB mouse port on the front panel (also functions as a USB peripheral port)
- Superior video quality – supports resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz (CL5708M / CL5708FM / CL5708N) and 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (CL5708MW)
- No software required –convenient computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and multilingual onscreen display (OSD) menus
- Auto-senses station’s position on daisy-chained installations; no need for manual dip switch setting; front panel LED indicates station’s position
- Port names are automatically reconfigured when the station sequence is changed
- Two-level password security – only authorized users can view and control computers
- Supports one administrator and four user accounts with separate profiles
- Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers
- Broadcast supports – commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation
- Hot pluggable
- Beeper on / off via hotkey and OSD
- Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switches at the same time via the daisy-chain cable
- Optional rack mount kits available including easy installation options
- Keyboard Language supports: English (US), English (UK), French, German, German (Swiss), Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Traditional Chinese and Turkish
Note:
- The fingerprint reader can be used as an alternate means of logging in to the switch. From 1 to 4 fingers can be scanned for each user and the administrator, with any one of the recorded fingerprints used to log in.
- The USB peripheral function only works with USB cable set connections. It will not work with PS/2 cable set connections (inapplicable to CL5708MW).
Package Contents
- 1x CL5708 LCD KVM Switch with standard Rack Mount Kit
- 2x Custom KVM Cable (VGA, USB; 1.8m/6ft)
- 1x Custom Console Cable (VGA, USB, PS/2; 27cm/0.88ft)
- 1x Firmware Upgrade Cable
- 1x Power Cord (AC Power Models)
- 1x User Instructions
