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The ATEN KVM over IP Console Station (KA8270 / KA8278 / KA8280 / KA8288) is a secure, standalone remote access console designed to replace traditional PCs or laptops in high-security environments. It provides instant, virus-free access to servers connected through ATEN’s KVM over IP switches, offering reliable remote monitoring and control from virtually any location. With built-in data encryption, multiple video output options, dual-display models, and powerful features like Panel Array Mode™, the Console Station delivers a streamlined, secure, and efficient solution for data centers, broadcast facilities, control rooms, and network operations centers that require continuous, real-time access to mission-critical systems.

Product Variants

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KA8270-AX-E KA8278-AX-E KA8280-AX-E KA8288-AX-E
Video 1 x HDB-15 Female 1 x HDB-15 Female; 1 x HDMI Female 1 x HDMI Female 2 x HDMI Female
LAN Ports 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female
Keyboard 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female
Mouse 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female 1 x USB Type-A Female
Video resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz
Cascade Port 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female 1 x RJ-45 Female
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Features

  • A standalone Java-free console that replaces PC or NB, enabling users to remotely access and control ATEN’s KVM over IP switches
  • Impenetrable security against virus threats and impervious data protection
  • Single sign-on to consolidate the management of multiple ATEN’s KVM over IP switches
  • Advanced FPGA graphics processor — with a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1200
  • Supports 1 VGA video output (KA8270) or 1 HDMI video output (KA8280)
  • Supports 1 VGA plus 1 HDMI video outputs (KA8278) or 2 HDMI video outputs (KA8288) — enables users to multitask across two displays with a single keyboard and mouse
  • Panel Array Modeâ„¢ — allows administrators to monitor the video output of up to 64 servers on one screen simultaneously
  • Supports Boundless Switching — allows users to control up to 4 screens between two console stations by using one set of keyboard & mouse
  • Extended desktop — supports extended display for remotely connected PCs on the dual screens of KA8278 / KA8288
  • Share screen — shares screen content from one console station to another for real-time collaboration
  • Supports Telnet / SSH for connecting to and management of console devices
  • Supports RDP / VNC remote management for physical servers / virtual machines*
  • Lock screen password — prevents unauthorized users from accessing the console station when unattended
  • Supports Virtual Media
  • Supports USB Smartcard
  • Wall mountable — standard mounting kit included
  • Space-saving 0U rack mount design for rear rack mounting
  • GUI with multi-language interface

Overview

The ATEN KVM over IP Console Station (KA8270/KA8278/KA8280/ KA8288) is a standalone console that replaces PC or NB, enabling users to remotely access, monitor, and control all servers connected to multiple ATEN’s KVM over IP switches (please refer to the Compatible Products list on the website) with impenetrable security against virus threats. It also supports various types of data encryption for ensuring impervious data protection. The KVM over IP Console Station can be deployed to anywhere instant access and stringent security is required, and is ideal for applications such as studios, offices, data centers, broadcast stations, control rooms, and network operations centers (NOC).

KA8270, KA8278, KA8280, and KA8288 all support USB mouse/keyboard and two USB ports for Virtual Media function, and respectively support 1 VGA video output, 1 VGA plus 1 HDMI video outputs, 1 HDMI video output, and 2 HDMI video outputs at resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz. With KA8278 and KA8288, users can multitask across two displays with a single keyboard and mouse.

The KVM over IP Console Station is compatible with ATEN’s KN KVM over IP Switch series. The KN KVM over IP Switches series are IP-based KVM control units that allow both local and remote operators to monitor and access multiple servers from a single console (refer to ATEN’s website to get more information on the KVM over IP Switch).

In addition, the KVM over IP Console Station provides Panel Array Modeâ„¢ function, enabling administrators to monitor the video output of up to 64 servers simultaneously. The feature enables users to preview the contents of all desired ports at the same time, which is especially suitable for environments such as manufacturing and surveillance that often require monitoring of a much higher number of ports.

Specification

Video: 1 x HDB-15 Female; 1 x HDB-15 Female; 1 x HDMI Female; 1 x HDMI Female; 2 x HDMI Female
RS-232: RS-232
Power: Power
Audio: 2 x Audio Jack Female
LAN Ports: 1 x RJ-45 Female
Keyboard: 1 x USB Type-A Female
Mouse: 1 x USB Type-A Female
USB Port: 2 x USB Type-A Female
Cascade Port: 1 x RJ-45 Female
Video resolution: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Operating Temperature: 0 – 40 °C
Storage Temperature: -20 – 60 °C
Humidity: 0 – 80% RH, Non-condensing
Housing: Metal

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