Rack console 47 cm (18.5 inch) ATEN CL3108NX 1366x768 VGA USB Swiss QWERTZ 1U Black

The ATEN CL3108NX is a 1U rack console integrating an 18.5" (47 cm) LCD monitor, full keyboard with Swiss QWERTZ layout and touchpad in a sliding housing designed for server racks and data centers. The LED-backlit widescreen offers 1366 × 768 resolution and a short-depth form factor that maximizes usable rack space. The console provides VGA video output and USB keyboard/mouse connectivity, supports hot-pluggable HID mouse, and is built from metal and plastic with a black finish. The unit accepts AC power at 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz and is intended for environments requiring centralized control of multiple systems.

Advantages

The CL3108NX combines monitor, keyboard and touchpad in a single 1U sliding chassis, reducing the footprint required for local server management. Its short-depth design enables installation in shallow racks and cramped spaces while the integrated LED illumination light improves visibility during low-light operation. Cascading capability expands control from the local 8 directly connected computers up to 128 devices when used with additional compatible KVM switches. Two-level password protection and keyboard/mouse emulation enhance operational continuity and restrict unauthorized access.

Suitable for

• Server rooms and network cabinets with limited depth
• Control rooms and monitoring stations requiring compact console access
• IT maintenance, configuration and troubleshooting of multiple servers
• Environments that require centralized local access with basic video quality (VGA)

Key specifications

• Display: 18.5" (47 cm) LED-backlit TFT, 1366 × 768 resolution
• Video output: VGA
• Keyboard interface: USB with Swiss QWERTZ layout
• Mouse support: USB HID hot-pluggable port
• Cascade support: up to 128 computers (with additional KVM switches)
• Rack form factor: 1U, short-depth sliding housing
• Construction: metal and plastic housing, black finish
• Power compatibility: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Weight: approximately 10.5 kg

How to use

Mount the CL3108NX into a compatible 1U rack slot using the recommended rack-mounting hardware. Connect the VGA cable to the console video input and plug the USB keyboard/mouse connectors to the host or KVM switch ports. If cascading additional KVM switches, follow the manufacturer’s cascading topology to link units and configure addressing as required. Power the unit with an appropriate AC source (100–240 V, 50/60 Hz). Use the on-screen display (OSD) to select target systems, configure scan or broadcast modes, and manage user accounts and passwords. The hot-pluggable USB mouse port supports standard HID devices and can be used without powering down connected computers.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, install the console in a properly ventilated rack and use quality VGA and USB cables of suitable length. When deploying cascaded systems to control up to 128 computers, document the cascade layout and enable two-level password protection to limit access. Use the LED illumination light for low-light maintenance and enable Auto Scan or Broadcast mode only when continuous monitoring or simultaneous command dissemination is required.