ATEN CL3100NX rack console 47 cm (18.5 inch) 1366 x 768 pixels Metal, Plastic Black 1U

The ATEN CL3100NX Rack mounting Black is a short-depth single-rail USB VGA LCD console that integrates an 18.5" LED-backlit widescreen LCD monitor with a keyboard and touchpad. Its compact 1U design fits standard 19" cabinets and is particularly suitable for shallow racks, OB vans and compact control rooms where space is limited. The unit supports VGA video output and provides USB and PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectivity, offering a practical front-end console solution for compatible VGA KVM switches.

Advantages

The CL3100NX combines an 18.5" LED-backlit widescreen display with an integrated keyboard and touchpad in a short-depth chassis to maximize space utility. It offers front- and rear-panel ports for flexible local and external console connections, including a front USB port for an external mouse and rear ports for a second KVM console (USB keyboard/mouse and VGA monitor). Two mini stereo audio ports are provided for speaker connection. The metal and plastic housing and 1U rack capacity allow efficient deployment in server rooms and mobile broadcast environments.

Suitable for

• Server racks with limited depth or shallow cabinets
• Broadcast OB vans and mobile production vehicles
• Compact control rooms and network closets
• Server management and maintenance tasks requiring a single-console interface

Key specifications

• Model: ATEN CL3100NX (MPN: CL3100NX-US, EAN: 5706998898623)
• Display: 18.5" LED-backlit widescreen LCD
• Video port type: VGA; Max resolution support up to 1920 x 1200
• Keyboard / Mouse: USB and PS/2 ports
• Console form factor: Short-depth single-rail 1U rackmount
• Ports: Front USB port for external mouse, rear ports for second KVM console, two mini stereo audio ports
• Housing: Metal and plastic; Colour: Black
• Weight: 9.07 kg
• Number of computers controlled: 1 (front-end console for compatible VGA KVM switches)

How to use

Install the CL3100NX into a 19" rack using the appropriate rack mount kit (optional accessories may be required). Connect the console’s VGA and USB/PS‑2 cables to the compatible KVM switch or target computer according to your system layout. For local operation, use the integrated keyboard, touchpad and LCD display. To operate from an external console, connect an external USB keyboard/mouse and VGA monitor to the rear console ports; an external USB mouse may also be connected to the front panel USB port. Connect speakers to the mini stereo ports if audio output is needed.

Recommendations

Use the CL3100NX in shallow racks or mobile environments where rack depth is limited. Verify compatibility with your VGA KVM switch before installation and select the correct optional rack mount kit for your cabinet to ensure secure mounting. For optimal display performance, use VGA cabling rated for your required resolution and keep firmware or switch compatibility information up to date.