Aten CS82A [5/20] Overview

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Overview

The CS-82A / CS-84A 2/4-Port PS/2 KVM (Keyboard, Video,

Mouse) Switch is a control unit that allows access to two/four

computers from a single PS/2 console (keyboard, monitor and

mouse). Before the development of the Master View, the only

way to control multiple computer configurations from a single

console was through a complex and costly network system. Now,

with the CS-82A / CS-84A, you can easily access two/four

computers in a cost effective manner.

Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate

ports is all that is entailed. There is no software to configure; there

are no installation routines, and no incompatibility problems.

Since the CS-82A / CS-84A intercepts keyboard input directly, it

works on any hardware platform and with all operating systems.*

The CS-82A / CS-84A provides two convenient methods to

access the computers connected to the system: 1) Port selection

pushbuttons located on the unit's front panel; and 2) Hotkey

combinations entered from the keyboard.

There is no better way to save time and money than with a CS-

82A / CS-84A installation. Since a single console manages all of

the computers, the CS-82A / CS-84A setup: 1) eliminates the

expense of having to purchase a separate keyboard, monitor,

and mouse for each computer; 2) saves all the space those extra

components would take up; 3) saves on energy costs; and 4)

eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in

constantly moving around from one computer to another.

Note: Mac and Sun systems may require an additional adapter.

Please see www.aten.com or contact your dealer for

details.