16 Ports 4K HDMI KVM Switch with USB KM synchronization

16 Ports 4K HDMI KVM Switch with USB KM synchronization

The 16 Ports 4K HDMI KVM Switch with USB KM Synchronization is a professional rackmount KVM that lets you control up to 16 HDMI computers from a single USB keyboard, mouse and monitor. It supports cascading to two levels for access to as many as 256 computers, plus multi-display setups by stacking up to eight units. With broadcast-style operation, you can send the same keyboard/mouse commands to multiple systems, ideal for software deployment, configuration and system-wide tasks. Full HD / 1920×1200 video, audio support, USB 2.0 hub, multilingual OSD and Video DynaSync ensure smooth visuals, reliable switching and a streamlined workflow in server rooms, control rooms, broadcast and enterprise environments.

Key Features

• 16-port HDMI KVM in 1U rack form factor – control up to 16 HDMI computers from one USB keyboard, mouse and monitor console

• Cascadable up to 2 levels – manage as many as 256 computers from a single console in large installations

• Broadcast-style KM operation – use broadcast mode to perform the same keyboard/mouse operations on multiple selected computers, ideal for OS rollout, updates and shutdowns (KM-style synchronization)

• Multi-display capability – stack up to 8 CS17916 units and show video on up to 8 monitors for dual/triple/quad/multi-display viewing per system

• High-quality digital video – supports up to 1080p / 1920×1200 @ 60 Hz with Video DynaSync for optimal resolution and trouble-free switching 

• Integrated 2-port USB 2.0 hub – share extra USB peripherals (flash drives, scanners, etc.) between connected PCs independently of KVM focus

• Flexible control options – select computers via front panel pushbuttons, keyboard hotkeys or multilingual on-screen display (OSD)

• Independent USB & KVM focus switching – switch keyboard/mouse/USB devices and video/audio separately for more flexible workflows

• Audio-enabled design – 3.5 mm audio jacks and rich 2.1-channel sound support let you monitor audio per computer; console audio ports are available on the front for easy access

• OSD backup and restore – save and reload user profiles and switch configuration for faster deployment and maintenance

• Multiplatform compatibility – works with Windows, Linux, macOS and Sun systems; full keyboard/mouse emulation ensures error-free booting

• Auto-Scan mode – automatically cycles through all connected ports at a user-defined interval for hands-free monitoring

• HDCP compatible and hot-pluggable – suitable for protected content workflows and convenient server maintenance
  
  

Technical Specification

General

• Model: ATEN CS17916 – 16-Port USB HDMI/Audio KVM Switch

• Device Type: Rackmount HDMI KVM switch

• Computer Connections:

• Direct: 16

• Maximum via cascade: 256 (CS17916 to CS17916)

• Port Selection Methods: Front panel pushbuttons, keyboard hotkeys, OSD menu

Console Ports (Output Side)

• Video: 1 × HDMI female

• USB: 2 × USB Type-A female (keyboard, mouse, additional USB devices)

• Audio: 2 × 3.5 mm stereo audio jacks (green; 1 front, 1 rear)

KVM Ports (Computer Side)

• Video: 16 × HDMI female

• USB: 16 × USB Type-B female (per-PC keyboard/mouse connection)

• Audio: 16 × 3.5 mm stereo audio jacks (green)

USB Hub

• Integrated Hub: 2 × USB 2.0 Type-A female (1 front, 1 rear; shareable across computers)

Video Performance

• Max Resolution:

• 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz

• 1920 × 1200 @ 60 Hz

• Video Technology: Video DynaSync for optimized resolution and elimination of boot-up display issues when switching

• HDMI / HDCP: HDMI compatible, HDCP compliant

• Supported Aspect Ratios: Standard and widescreen resolutions

Control & KM / Broadcast

• USB KM-style synchronization: Broadcast mode allows the same keyboard/mouse operations to be sent simultaneously to multiple selected computers (ideal for synchronized configuration and maintenance)

• Auto-Scan Interval: 1–255 seconds (default 5 seconds)

Audio

• Audio Support: 2.1-channel surround sound capable; audio enabled per port

• Console Audio Ports: Easily accessible 3.5 mm jacks on front and rear panels

LEDs & Indicators

• USB Link: 16 × green LEDs

• Online / Selected: 16 × orange LEDs

• Power: 1 × dark green LED

Power & Consumption

• Power Input: 1 × DC jack (external power adapter)

• Typical Power Consumption: DC 5 V, approx. 9.18 W (≈ 69 BTU/h when fully loaded)

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 0 – 50 °C

• Storage Temperature: –20 – 60 °C

• Humidity: 0 – 80% RH, non-condensing

Physical

• Housing: Metal

• Dimensions (L × W × H): 43.24 × 25.72 × 4.40 cm (17.02 × 10.13 × 1.73 in)

• Weight: Approx. 3.86 kg (8.5 lb)

Package Contents

• 1 × 16-Port USB HDMI KVM Switch (CS17916) with rack mounting kit

• 2 × HDMI/USB/Audio KVM cable sets (1.8 m)

• 1 × Firmware upgrade cable (1.8 m)

• 1 × Power adapter

• 1 × Foot pad set (4 pcs)

• 1 × User instructions