The CS1308 KVM switch allows access and control up to 64 computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse, and monitor). As many as 8 additional switches can be cascaded* bringing the total number of connected computers to 64 computers that can be controlled from a single keyboard-monitor-mouse console. The switch supports both USB and PS/2 connections for the console and computers

• One USB-PS/2 console controls 8 computers
• Cascade up to 2 levels (Cascade function only works with USB KVM cable set connections) - control up to 64 computers
• Dual Interface - supports computers with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice
• Multiplatform support - Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Linux, Mac, and Sun
• Supports multimedia USB keyboards for PC, Mac and Sun
• Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection
• USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulation - computers boot even when the console focus is elsewhere
• Superior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2B
• Computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menu
• Two level password security - only authorized users view and control computers; up to four users and an administrator with a separate profile for each
• Auto Scan feature for monitoring user-selected computers
• Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch
• Buzzer on/off via hotkey and OSD
• Firmware upgradeable
• No software installation required
• Designed for desktop or rack mount (19" system rack, 1U)