16-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch
The CS1716A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1716A can control up to 16 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.
Patent No.
CN ZL 02122202.9
, CN ZL 200710181531.5
, TW 183765
, TW I339467
, US 6564275
, US 7386584
, US 7585176
, US 7640289
Package Contents
- 1x KVM Switch with Standard Rack Mounting Kit
- 2x Custom KVM Cable Sets
- 1x Console Cable
- 1x Firmware Upgrade Cable
- 1x Foot Pad Set(4 PCS)
- 1x Power Adapter
- 1x User Instructions
User Manual
Compatible Sun Converter :
Compatible Accessories
- PS/2 KVM Cables
- USB KVM Cables
- Daisy Chain Cables
16-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch

The CS1716A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1716A can control up to 16 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.
- One USB-PS/2 console controls up to 16 computers
- Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units - control up to 512 computers from a single console
- Front accessible USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals*
- Dual Interface - supports computers and console with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
- Multiplatform support - Windows, Linux, Mac and Sun
- Video DynaSync™ - stores the console monitor's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to optimize display resolution
- Supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
- Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
- USB / PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
- Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
- No software required - convenient computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen 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 automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed
- Two level password security; only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with separate profiles for each
- Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
- Broadcast Mode - operation simultaneously performed on all selected computers... etc
- Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
- Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
- Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switch at the same time via the daisy-chain cable
- Rack mountable in 19" system rack (1U)
* The USB peripheral function only works with USB cable set connections. It will not work with PS/2 cable set connections.
16-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch

The CS1716A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1716A can control up to 16 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.
16-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch

The CS1716A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1716A can control up to 16 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.
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Computer Connections |
Direct |
16 |
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Max. |
512 (via Daisy-chain) |
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Port Selection |
On-screen display (OSD); Hotkeys; Pushbutton switches |
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Connectors |
Console Port |
1 x SPHD-18 Male (Yellow) |
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KVM Ports |
16 x SPHD-15/17 Female (Yellow) |
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Daisy-chain |
In |
1 x DB-25 Female (Black) |
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Out |
1 x DB-25 Male (Black) |
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FW Upgrade |
1 x RJ-11 Female (Black) |
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USB Port |
1 x USB Type A Female |
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Power |
1 x DC Jack Female (Black) |
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LEDs |
On Line |
16 (Orange) |
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Selected |
16 (Green) |
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Station ID |
1 x 2-digit, 7-segment (Orange) |
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Power |
1 (Dark Green) |
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Switches |
Port Selection |
16 x Pushbutton |
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FW Upgr. Rec. |
1 x Slide |
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Emulation |
Keyboard/Mouse |
PS/2, USB |
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Video |
2048 x 1536; DDC2B |
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Scan Interval (OSD Select) |
User Specified: 1-255 sec. |
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Power Consumption |
DC 5.3 V; 6.6 W |
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Environment |
Operating Temp. |
0-50˚C |
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Storage Temp. |
-20-60˚C |
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Humidity |
0-80% RH, Non-condensing |
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Physical Properties |
Housing |
Metal |
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Weight |
2.85 kg |
Dimensions
(L x W x H) |
43.30 x 16.00 x 4.40 cm |
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16-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch

The CS1716A KVM switch is a control unit that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). A single CS1716A can control up to 16 computers. As many as 31 additional switches can be daisy-chained to each other, so that up to 512 computers can all be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. Additionally, a front panel USB port is available for each computer to access any peripherals connected to it on a one-at-a-time basis.