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Introduction

Overview

The KL1100 is a series of KVM Console modules featuring an integrated 17" or 19" LCD panel, a full keyboard, and a touch pad in a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing with AC or DC based input power sources.

The KL1100 KVM Console modules serve as the front end sliding console for compatible KVM switches. This means users who already have a compatible KVM switch can take advantage of the space saving and efficiency benefits of the sliding console module without having to purchase a KVM switch module.

The KL1100’s LCD and keyboard/touch pad modules slide independently of each other. To maximize space in your data center, the keyboard/touch pad module slides back to "hide away" when not in use, while the thin profile LCD monitor rotates back – flush against the rack – allowing convenient monitoring of computer activity.

For added convenience, ports for an external PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse as well as a monitor are provided on the rear panel – permitting you to manage the switch from a local console up to 20 meters away.

Setup is fast and easy. Simply use the included custom KVM cable set to link the LCD Console's KVM port to the console ports of your KVM switch and you are ready to go.

Since the KL1100's firmware is upgradable, you can stay current with the latest functionality improvements simply by downloading firmware updates from ATEN’s web site as they become available.

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