Stunning Video and Audio Specifications Now Available in a KVM Switch
 

New ATEN CS1782 DVI KVMP™ Switch supports 7.1 Surround Sound Audio and Widescreen HD Video for PC Gaming, Video Editing and More
 

April 21, 2008. ATEN International, leading designer and manufacturer of advanced connectivity solutions, today announced a new KVMP™ (Keyboard, Video, Mouse, Peripheral) Switch designed specifically for the SOHO environment. The new CS1782 is a two-port Dual Link DVI KVMP switch that is fully compliant with the DVI-Digital and DVI-Analog specifications. Featuring support for USB 2.0 and 7.1 channel surround sound audio. The CS1782 allows PC gamers, audio and video enthusiasts to share a Dual Link DVI display, USB keyboard, mouse, and surround sound system between two computers.

The CS1782 is focused on audio and video-based applications, e.g., desktop publishing, video, image and audio editing, CAD/CAM display plans and schematics, home theatres, and high-end PC gaming. The CS1782 supports widescreen resolutions and is audio-enabled. With full bass response, the CS1782 offers a rich sound experience for 7.1 channel surround sound systems.  Furthermore, as the KVM, USB, and audio focus can be switched independently, users can listen to sound files on one PC while working with applications on another system, controlling USB peripherals or playing a video game.


For DVI Dual Link, the CS1782 supports superior video quality with resolutions up to 2560 x 1600. With ATEN's DDC2B display emulation technology, the switch automatically recalls the monitor's ideal resolution and refresh rate, allowing users to boot all computers simultaneously, and switch between the PCs while still maintaining the ideal resolution of the monitor. In addition, the device also features console mouse port emulation to seamlessly recognize multifunction mice and supports any mouse type when the user switches between the computers.


"Display technology is continuously improving video display resolution standards", says Kevin Chen, President of ATEN International. "With innovative product such as the CS1782 KVMP switch, we are keeping pace with the ultra-high video resolutions available today, providing power users in demanding home and small office environments with a truly versatile solution that offers USB 2.0 and the latest 7.1 surround sound audio on top!"


The integrated 2-port USB 2.0 hub and console audio ports on the front and rear panel of the CS1782 can connect to USB printers, digital cameras, flash drives, or other USB devices, and are ideal for IP phone users. Users can easily expand and share their peripherals among the computers connected to the KVM switch. The CS1782 is a perfect solution for multiplatform environments as it supports all major operating systems (Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux, Mac and Sun) and integrates an Auto Scan function which allows users to monitor all connected computers.

ATEN's CS1782 KVMP™ Switch is available now.  For more information please contact visit http://www.aten.com.

About KVM Switches-An Essential Server Management Device

A KVM (Keyboard, Video and Mouse) switch is an advanced, hardware-based solution that allows centralized access to multiple computers easily and conveniently from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse. A KVM switch is useful in an extensive range of environments, suitable for SOHO users, small and medium businesses, and large corporations. Fundamentally, a KVM switch allows server rooms and data centers to optimize rack space in the IT environment, reducing costs and the clutter of keyboards, monitors and mice. Additional benefits include savings in energy consumption, server racks, cabinets, and floor space. Since a KVM switch provides access to a number of computers from a central location, IT professionals are no longer running from one server to the next, thereby streamlining workflow and increasing productivity. To meet the ever-developing needs of the globalized economy and the Internet, KVM solutions now have over-IP functionality for remote management capability that better fulfills the demands of corporations who need to manage multiple server rooms worldwide.

About ATEN


ATEN International Co., Ltd. is specialized in connectivity solutions in information technology. Established in 1979, ATEN is today considered the leading manufacturer of KVM Switches worldwide. This prominent position was reached by continuously high investment in research and development, resulting in numerous patents and exemplified by the sophisticated ASIC, developed in the ATEN labs and manufactured by ATEN. The product range today covers hundreds of connectivity products, providing complete KVM solutions from entry level to the enterprise market. Among the customers of ATEN are large, companies with global operations, midrange and small businesses, as well as ambitious private users. For further information, please visit http://www.aten.com.