The Aten CL5708M 8-Port 17" Single Rail LCD KVM Console Bundle is a control unit bundle that allows access to multiple computers from a single PS/2 or USB KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse) console. A single CL5708M can control up to 8 computers, and as many as 31 additional KVM switches can be daisy-chained to the CL5708M, so that up to 256 computers can all be controlled from a single KVM console. The CL5708M integrates a keyboard, 17" LCD monitor, and touchpad in a 1U rack-mountable sliding housing for conservation of space. Integrated KVM console with 17" LCD monitor in a slideaway housing Fingerprint identification reader compatible Space saving design - up to two consoles (one bus) control up to 8 computers Daisy-chain up to 31 additional units - control up to 256 computers from a single console with compatible KVM switches Dual interface - supports computers and console with PS/2 or USB keyboards and mice LCD module USB port allows each computer to access USB peripherals Note: The USB peripheral function only works with USB cable set connections. It will not work with PS/2 cable set connections. LCD module rotates up to 115° for multiple viewing angles Multiplatform support - Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun Supports multimedia USB keyboards for Windows, Mac, and Sun Auto PS/2 and USB interface detection Keyboard and mouse emulation (PS/2 and USB) for smooth switching and simultaneous booting of multiple computers even when the console focus is elsewhere Supports external USB mouse Supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz No software required - computer selection via front panel pushbuttons, hotkeys and multilingual on-screen display (OSD) menus Auto-senses station's position on daisy-chained installations - no need for manual dip switch setting, front panel LED indicates station's position Port names automatically reconfigured when station sequence is changed Two level password security - only authorized users can view and control computers Supports one administrator and four user accounts with separate profiles Auto Scan mode enables continuous monitoring of user-selected computers Broadcast support - commands from the keyboard can be broadcast to all available computers on the installation Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power down the switch Firmware upgrades to all the chained KVM switches at the same time via the daisy-chain cable