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ATEN Australia – KVM Switches, KVM over IP & Professional AV Solutions

Compare ATEN cable KVM switches, desktop KVMP systems, secure KVM, LCD rack consoles, KVM over IP, USB sharing, serial adapters, EDID tools and professional AV extenders.

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  • Australian pre-sales advice
  • Desktop, rack and control-room solutions
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Quick answer

Which ATEN KVM or AV solution should I buy?

Start with the number of computers, monitor connection, display count, maximum resolution, USB-peripheral requirements and whether access is local or remote. For professional AV, also confirm signal type, distance, cable category, EDID, control and HDCP requirements.

Two computers at one desk

Choose a cable KVM such as CS22HF for HDMI or CS22DP for DisplayPort.

Four computers with shared USB devices

Choose a desktop KVMP such as CS1794 for HDMI or CS1924 for DisplayPort and USB 3.0 sharing.

Server rack or remote administration

Use an LCD KVM console, multi-port rack KVM or KVM over IP solution sized to the number of servers and remote users.

Boardroom, signage or long-distance AV

Choose an EDID emulator, MST hub, USB extender or HDBaseT extender according to signal type and distance.

Why Device Deal?

Australian ATEN product advice and project support

ATEN products are highly specification-dependent. Device Deal can help check computer ports, console connections, video resolution, USB version, display count, operating-system compatibility, cabling and remote-access requirements before purchase.

Compatibility checks

Help matching HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, USB-A, USB-C, serial and audio requirements.

Desktop to data centre

Source compact desktop switches, secure KVM, LCD consoles, rack KVM and KVM over IP solutions.

Professional AV support

Compare extenders, EDID tools, AV distribution, USB extension and control-room connectivity.

Business and project quotes

Request assistance for offices, control rooms, education, government, broadcast and data-centre projects.

Solution selector

Choose an ATEN product by use case

KVM means keyboard, video and mouse. KVMP adds shared USB peripherals and often audio. Secure KVM isolates connected systems. KVM over IP provides remote, often BIOS-level, computer access through a network.

Simple desktop

Cable KVM switches

Compact two-computer switching with integrated cables and a remote selector button.

Advanced desktop

Desktop KVMP switches

Control multiple computers while sharing USB peripherals, audio and a monitor.

Protected environments

Secure KVM switches

Isolated switching designed to reduce unauthorised data flow between systems of different security levels.

Server racks

LCD KVM consoles

Rackmount LCD, keyboard and touchpad integrated into a space-saving sliding 1U console.

Remote IT access

KVM over IP

Remote computer and server access through a network, including BIOS-level administration on supported systems.

AV installations

Professional AV

EDID tools, extenders, distribution, AV over IP and USB extension for boardrooms, signage and control rooms.

Product-type comparison

Compare ATEN KVM and connectivity solutions

Use this table as a first filter, then confirm the exact ATEN product specification and cable requirements.

Solution type Best suited to Key questions before buying Example ATEN products
Cable KVM Two-computer desks and home offices HDMI, DisplayPort or VGA? Required resolution? Audio sharing? CS22HF, CS22DP, CS22U
Desktop KVMP Power users sharing USB peripherals across several PCs Number of computers, USB speed, one or two displays, video standard CS1794, CS1924
Secure KVM Government, finance and sensitive separated networks Required security profile, CAC support, display count and interface CS1144DP
LCD KVM console Space-constrained server racks Rack depth, display interface, local port count and single/dual rail CL1000, CL3800, CL5716
KVM over IP Remote server management and distributed infrastructure Local and remote users, server count, virtual media, resolution and security CN9850, KN1108VA, KN-series
USB sharing Sharing printers, storage, docks and cameras Number of computers, number of devices, USB speed and power demand US3344, US3310
Professional AV Boardrooms, signage, broadcast and long-distance display links Signal type, distance, resolution, HDCP, EDID, control and cabling VC081A, VE901, VS92DP, UCE260
Desktop productivity

ATEN cable KVM and desktop KVMP switches

Use cable KVM for a simple two-computer setup. Choose a desktop KVMP when you need more computer ports, USB peripheral sharing, audio switching or advanced port-selection methods.

Recommended starting points

  • CS22HF-AT: controls two USB HDMI computers from one HDMI monitor, keyboard and mouse; supports up to 1920 × 1080 or 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz.
  • CS22DP-AT: two-port USB DisplayPort cable KVM with remote selector and support for resolutions up to 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz.
  • CS84U-AT: four-port PS/2-USB VGA desktop KVM for compatible legacy and mixed environments.
  • CS1794-AT-U: four-port HDMI KVMP with shared USB peripherals and audio for Full HD desktop environments.
  • CS1924-AT-U: four-port USB 3.0 DisplayPort KVMP for 4K workstations and faster peripheral sharing.

Confirm monitor resolution and refresh rate, keyboard and mouse compatibility, USB-device power requirements and whether every cable is included.

ATEN CS1924 DisplayPort desktop KVMP switch
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Secure and enterprise access

ATEN secure KVM, LCD consoles and KVM over IP

ATEN’s enterprise KVM range extends beyond desktop switching to secure isolated workstations, integrated rack consoles and remote server administration.

Secure KVM

CS1144DP is a four-port dual-display DisplayPort secure KVM designed to isolate connected computer channels and peripherals for sensitive environments.

LCD KVM consoles

ATEN integrates an LCD panel, keyboard and touchpad into a 1U sliding rack console. Options vary by screen size, rail design, interface and KVM port count.

KVM over IP

Remote-access products range from single-server appliances to multi-port KN-series platforms for local and remote data-centre administration.

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Planning an ATEN rack or KVM over IP project?

Send us the number of servers, local and remote users, video interfaces, rack depth, security requirements and preferred management workflow.

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Peripheral and legacy connectivity

ATEN USB sharing, USB-C switching and serial adapters

These products solve a different problem from KVM: they share USB peripherals, switch a USB-C dock between hosts or connect modern computers to legacy RS-232 equipment.

USB and serial options

  • US3344-AT: allows four computers to share four USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices at data rates up to 5 Gbps.
  • US3310-AT: two-port 4K HDMI USB-C KVM dock switch with power pass-through for compatible USB-C systems.
  • UC232A-AT: USB-to-RS-232 adapter for computers that need an external serial port.
  • UC2324-AT: USB-to-four-port RS-232 hub for installations managing several serial devices.

For USB-C video and charging, confirm that the host supports the required DisplayPort Alt Mode and power-delivery profile.

ATEN US3344 USB peripheral sharing switch
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Professional AV connectivity

ATEN EDID, DisplayPort, HDBaseT and USB extension

Professional AV selection depends on more than connector shape. Confirm video resolution, distance, cable quality, HDCP, EDID, control, audio and whether the system must support hot-plugging or displays being powered independently.

Common ATEN AV solutions

  • VC081A-AT: True 4K HDMI EDID emulator that learns and stores display EDID to reduce source-to-display synchronisation problems.
  • VS92DP: two-port DisplayPort MST hub for driving compatible multi-monitor installations from one DisplayPort source.
  • VE901-AT-U: DisplayPort HDBaseT-Lite extender supporting 4K to 40 m and 1080p to 70 m with the specified cable type.
  • UCE260-AT-U: USB 2.0 extender over Cat 5e/6 for remote USB peripherals at distances up to 60 m.
ATEN VE901 DisplayPort HDBaseT-Lite extender
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Installation accessories

ATEN KVM cables and compatibility

Some ATEN desktop and rack KVM products require model-specific SPHD or interface cables. Check the switch model, computer-side connection, console connection and cable length before ordering.

Example KVM cable

2L-5202U: 1.8 m USB KVM cable using ATEN’s 3-in-1 SPHD connection for compatible switches. A matching connector does not guarantee compatibility, so confirm the supported KVM model.

ATEN 2L-5202U USB KVM cable
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Frequently asked questions

ATEN KVM and AV FAQs

Direct answers to common ATEN product-selection and compatibility questions.

What is a KVM switch?
A KVM switch lets one keyboard, monitor and mouse control two or more computers. The switch changes which computer receives the console’s input and supplies video to the display.
What is the difference between KVM and KVMP?
KVM shares the keyboard, video and mouse. KVMP adds USB peripheral sharing and often audio, allowing devices such as storage, printers, cameras or headsets to be switched independently on supported models.
Should I buy an HDMI or DisplayPort KVM switch?
Match the KVM to the native ports and required resolution of the computers and monitor. HDMI is common for general office systems, while DisplayPort is frequently preferred for higher-resolution workstations and advanced monitor configurations.
Can a KVM switch support 4K?
Yes, when the exact KVM model, computers, monitor and cables all support the required 4K resolution and refresh rate. “4K” alone is not enough; check the full specification, including 30 Hz versus 60 Hz and one versus two displays.
What is a secure KVM switch?
A secure KVM is designed to isolate connected computer channels and restrict unauthorised peripheral communication. It is used where separate systems or networks handle sensitive information.
What is KVM over IP?
KVM over IP provides remote keyboard, video and mouse access to computers or servers through a network. Supported systems can provide BIOS-level administration, virtual media and multi-user access without relying on the server operating system.
What is an LCD KVM console?
An LCD KVM console integrates a monitor, keyboard and touchpad into a sliding rackmount drawer. It saves rack space and can connect to a separate rack KVM or include multiple KVM ports, depending on the model.
What is an HDMI EDID emulator?
An EDID emulator stores and presents display identification information to the video source. It can prevent resolution changes, blank screens and handshake issues when displays are disconnected, powered off or connected through complex AV equipment.
How far can ATEN HDBaseT extend video?
Distance depends on the extender, resolution and cable type. For example, VE901 supports DisplayPort video up to 70 m at 1080p and up to 40 m at 4K when used with the specified Cat 6a or ATEN cable.
Can I use adapters with an ATEN KVM switch?
Sometimes, but compatibility is not guaranteed. Active versus passive conversion, EDID, HDCP, USB signalling and power can affect operation. A native-interface KVM is usually more reliable than converting every connection.

Need help choosing an ATEN solution?

Send us the computer count, video connections, monitor resolution, display count, USB peripherals, distance, rack details and local or remote access requirements. Our team can help shortlist suitable ATEN products.

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