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Accidents happen. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failures, and more.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for international or U.S. territories purchases. Plans on open box items do not cover pre-existing damage.
Adorama Protect plans are available for ABS clients. If you have any questions or require assistanse, please call 800-223-2500
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8
256 (via daisy-chain)
On-screen display (OSD), Hotkeys, Pushbutton switches
SPHD-18 Male (Yellow)
8x SPHD-15 Female (Yellow)
DB-25 Female (Black)
DB-25 Male (Black)
RJ-11 Female (Black)
USB Type A Female (Black)
DC Jack Female
8x Orange
8x Green
2-digit, 7-segment (Orange)
Dark Green
Slide
PS/2, USB
2048 x 1536, DDC2B
User Specified: 1-255 sec.
DC 5.3V, 5W
0 to 50 deg. C / 32 to 122 deg. F
-20 to 60 deg. C / -4 to 140 deg. F
0-80% RH, Non-condensing
Metal
43.72 x 15.99 x 4.40cm / 17.21 x 6.30 x 1.73"
2.66kg / 5.86lbs
672792100857
Be in command of your complex server environment with the CS1708A 8-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch Control Unit, a reliable and advanced solution for managing multiple computers with a single console. This efficient and durable KVM switch is designed to streamline your workspace and enhance productivity by allowing you to control up to 8 computers with one keyboard, monitor, and mouse setup.
The CS1708A is a user-friendly choice for IT professionals and system administrators who require a high-capacity KVM solution. With the ability to daisy-chain up to 31 additional units, this switch can ultimately control up to 256 computers, making it an exceptional choice for large-scale operations.
The dual interface support caters to a variety of setups, accommodating both PS/2 and USB inputs for keyboards and mice. This multiplatform device is compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun systems, ensuring seamless integration into diverse IT environments.
Experience superior video quality with resolutions up to 2048 x 1536, thanks to the Video DynaSync technology that optimizes display resolution by storing the console monitor's EDID. The switch also supports USB keyboards for PC, Mac, and Sun, providing versatility across different platforms.
With no software installation required, the CS1708A offers convenient computer selection through front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, and a multilingual on-screen display (OSD), available in English, German, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. The auto-sensing station positioning eliminates the need for manual dip switch settings, while the front panel LED indicates the station's position within the daisy-chained setup.
Security is paramount, and the CS1708A addresses this with two-level password protection, allowing up to four users and an administrator to have separate access profiles. The Auto Scan feature enables monitoring of user-selected computers, and the Broadcast Mode allows simultaneous operations across all selected computers for tasks like software installation and system-wide shutdowns.
Hot pluggable functionality means you can add or remove computers without powering down the switch, maintaining uptime and productivity. The front panel USB port provides the convenience of connecting USB peripheral devices, such as flash drives or printers, which can be accessed by any connected computer on a one-at-a-time basis.
Firmware upgrades are simplified, as they can be applied to all chained KVM switches simultaneously via the daisy-chain cable. Additionally, the switch is rack-mountable in a standard 19" system rack (1U), ensuring a tidy and professional setup.
Choose the CS1708A 8-Port PS/2-USB KVM Switch Control Unit for a robust, efficient, and user-friendly solution to manage your network of computers with ease and precision.
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