ATEN CS1708i User Manual

KVM over IP
CS1708i / CS1716i
Full HD Version
User Manual
www.aten.com

ATEN CS1708i Specifications

General

I/O ports	1 x SPHD-18 M 8 x SPHD-17 F 1 x DB-25 M 1 x DC 1 x RJ-45 F 1 x RJ-11 1 x USB A
Color depth	24 bit
Ports quantity	8
RJ-12 ports quantity	0
Connectivity technology	Wired
Compatible operating systems	Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, Sun
DC-in jack	Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Security algorithms	802.1x RADIUS, SSL/TLS
Power consumption (typical)	9.5 W
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 80 %
Cables included	KVM
Product color	Black
Housing material	Metal
Scan interval	255 s
Number of users	32 user(s)
Maximum resolution	2048 x 1536 pixels
Built-in display	No
Sustainability certificates	RoHS

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	433 mm
Width	160 mm
Height	44 mm
Weight	2810 g

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Features

Lists the key features and capabilities of the KVM switch.

Chapter 2 Hardware Setup

Before You Begin

Provides critical safety information and preparation steps before installation.

Daisy Chaining

Explains how to connect multiple switches to control more computers.

Chapter 3 Basic Operation

Port Selection

Explains methods for accessing computers: Manual, OSD, and Hotkey.

Manual Port Selection

Describes how to select a port using the front panel switch.

OSD/GUI Port Selection

Explains using On-Screen Display (OSD) and Graphical User Interface (GUI) for port selection.

Keyboard Hotkeys for Port Selection

Describes using hotkey combinations for convenient KVM focus switching.

Chapter 4 OSD Operation

OSD Functions

Explains how to use OSD functions for configuration and control.

F1: GOTO Function

Allows switching directly to a port by name or Port ID.

F3: SET Function

Allows users to customize their working environment and settings.

F4: ADM Function

Administrator-only function for configuring overall OSD operation.

Hotkey Operation

Invoking Hotkey Mode

Details the steps required to activate Hotkey Mode for operations.

Hotkey Port Control

Describes using hotkeys to directly access computers via Port ID.

Hotkey Configuration Operations

Covers keyboard/mouse resets, beeper control, and toggling hotkey settings.

Keyboard / Mouse Reset

Resets the keyboard or mouse function on the selected computer.

Chapter 5 Logging In

Browser Login

Guides users through logging into the switch using a web browser.

Windows Client AP Login

Details connecting to the switch using the Windows AP Client application.

Java Client AP Login

Explains connecting to the switch using the Java AP Client application.

Chapter 6 The User Interface

The Web Browser Main Page

Details the main page displayed when logging in via a web browser.

The Control Panel

WinClient Control Panel Functions

Video Settings

Mouse DynaSync Mode

Chapter 9 Device Management

Device Information

Network Configuration

Security

Login Failures Policy

Filter Settings

Account Policy

Chapter 11 Maintenance

Overview

Covers firmware upgrades, configuration backups/restores, and default value resets.

Upgrade Main Firmware

Guides on downloading and installing firmware updates from the ATEN website.

Firmware Upgrade Recovery

Backup/Restore

Backup Settings

Restore Settings

System Operation

Appendix

Safety Instructions

Provides comprehensive safety guidelines for using the product indoors.

General Safety

Covers general safety precautions, handling, cleaning, and power source usage.

Technical Support

Troubleshooting

Offers solutions for common problems encountered with the device.

General Operation Troubleshooting

The Windows Client Troubleshooting

IP Address Determination

IP Installer Utility

Installing the Certificate

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Details the procedure to restore the switch to its original factory default settings.