Aten KL1516Ai [17/239] Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The KL1508Ai and KL1516Ai Dual Rail LCD KVM Switches are control

units that allow secure access to multiple computers from a single KVM

(keyboard, video, and mouse), console. A single KL1508Ai or KL1516Ai can

control up to 8 or 16 computers, respectively. They consist of an integrated

LED-backlit LCD monitor, keyboard, and touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable

retractable sliding housing.

The similarities and differences among the models in the KL1508Ai /

KL1516Ai series are shown in the following table:

The LCD and keyboard/touchpad modules slide independently of each other.

To maximize space in your data center, the keyboard/touchpad module slides

back to "hide away" when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor

rotates back – flush against the rack – allowing convenient monitoring of

computer activity.

The KL1508Ai / KL1516Ai features IP-based connectivity that allows one

local operator and multiple remote operators to concurrently monitor and

access the computers on your installation. Because it uses TCP/IP for its

communications protocol, the KL1508Ai / KL1516Ai can be accessed from

any computer on the LAN, WAN, or Internet – whether that computer is

located down the hall, down the street, or halfway around the world.

Model LCD Panel Ports

KL1508AiM 17" 8

KL1508AiN 19" 8

KL1516AiM 17" 16

KL1516AiN 19" 16