ATEN 2L5005P All-in-One PS/2 KVM Cable — 15 ft
Overview
The ATEN 2L5005P is a 15-foot (5-meter) all-in-one Micro-Lite KVM cable that bundles VGA video, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse signals into a single managed run. If you're wiring a small-to-mid-size KVM switch installation and want to eliminate the tangle of three separate cables per workstation, this is the straightforward solution — one plug at each end, no adapters, no improvising. The 2L5005P is purpose-built for ATEN KVM switches in the CS and KH series, covering eight verified compatible models out of the box.
Key Features
- 5-Meter (15 ft) reach: Long enough to cover the distance from a rack-mounted KVM switch to a desktop workstation or server on the other side of a typical rack enclosure — without requiring extension or signal repeaters in most deployments. If you're wiring through overhead cable trays or between adjacent racks, measure first; for longer runs you'll want to look at ATEN's extended-distance cable variants.
- Integrated VGA + dual PS/2 connectors: Each end terminates with one VGA (HD-15) and two PS/2 connectors (keyboard and mouse) in a single cable body. This reduces the number of cable paths to manage per workstation from three to one — a meaningful improvement in dense rack environments where cable bulk directly affects airflow and future serviceability.
- PS/2 keyboard and mouse interface: PS/2 remains the reliable baseline protocol for KVM switching because it sidesteps the USB enumeration delays and HID descriptor negotiation that can cause input lag on hot-switched USB KVM configurations. For server rooms running older hardware or OS environments where USB HID support is inconsistent, PS/2 connectivity is the more predictable choice.
- All-in-one Micro-Lite construction: The cable's combined jacket keeps the three signal pairs routed together and reduces the per-port cable count at the switch face plate. This matters when you're managing eight or more ports on a single KVM — the difference between a neat installation and a cable management problem is largely a function of whether you're running one cable or three per port.
- Verified compatibility across 8 ATEN switch models: The 2L5005P is tested and listed as compatible with the CS114A, CS142, CS82AC, CS84A, CS88A, CS9134, CS9138, and KH98 — covering desktop, rack-mount, and cat-5 KVM configurations in the ATEN KVM switches lineup. No guesswork about whether the cable will negotiate correctly with your switch.
- HS code 84733080: Classified under computer peripheral accessories — relevant if you're purchasing for government, federal, or international procurement processes that require commodity codes on purchase orders.
Integration & Compatibility
The 2L5005P is designed for direct integration with ATEN's PS/2 KVM switch family. Verified compatible models include the CS82AC (2-port), CS84A and CS88A (4- and 8-port desktop), CS114A (4-port), CS142 (2-port), CS9134 and CS9138 (4- and 8-port rack-mount), and the KH98. If your switch is not on this list, verify that it uses the same all-in-one PS/2+VGA cable interface before ordering — some ATEN models in adjacent product families use USB or proprietary connector formats that are not compatible with the 2L5005P wiring standard.
On the workstation side, the cable connects to any standard PS/2 keyboard port, PS/2 mouse port, and VGA video input. Systems that have migrated entirely to USB inputs will require either a USB-to-PS/2 adapter on the workstation end (test compatibility with your specific hardware and OS) or a USB KVM cable variant. The VGA connection is straightforward for any monitor or server with a standard HD-15 video output — no active conversion required.
For integrators managing mixed environments, this cable is a good fit for a KVM accessories refresh when standardizing an existing ATEN PS/2 KVM infrastructure. Pair it with a compatible rack-mount KVM switch for a clean, single-vendor solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which KVM switches is the ATEN 2L5005P compatible with?
A: The 2L5005P is verified compatible with the following ATEN models: CS114A, CS142, CS82AC, CS84A, CS88A, CS9134, CS9138, and KH98. Always confirm your specific switch model uses the all-in-one PS/2+VGA cable interface before purchasing.
Q: What is the cable length of the 2L5005P?
A: The 2L5005P is 5 meters (approximately 15 feet) long — sufficient for most rack-to-workstation runs without signal extension hardware.
Q: Does the 2L5005P support USB keyboards and mice?
A: No. The 2L5005P uses PS/2 connectors for both keyboard and mouse. It is not compatible with USB-only workstations unless you use a USB-to-PS/2 adapter, which may or may not be supported depending on your hardware and operating system.
Q: What video interface does the 2L5005P use?
A: The 2L5005P uses VGA (HD-15) for video. It is not compatible with HDMI, DisplayPort, or DVI-only displays without a separate active adapter.
Q: Can the 2L5005P be used with non-ATEN KVM switches?
A: The 2L5005P is designed and tested for ATEN KVM switches. Compatibility with third-party KVM switches that use the same all-in-one PS/2+VGA connector format is not verified by the manufacturer, and interoperability cannot be guaranteed.
The 2L5005P is one of those cables that makes the most sense when you're already committed to ATEN's PS/2 KVM platform and need to standardize your cable plant at a defined run length. The 5-meter reach covers the overwhelming majority of rack-to-adjacent-workstation scenarios without any signal conditioning — I've specified this cable on server room buildouts running CS9134 and CS9138 switches where clean cable management was a hard requirement from facilities.
Technical Highlights:
- 5 m (15 ft) all-in-one run: Three signal paths — VGA video plus PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse — in a single cable jacket. Reduces per-port cable count from three to one, which matters when you're populating an 8-port switch and want the patch panel to stay readable.
- VGA + dual PS/2 termination: Both ends land on the same connector format (VGA HD-15 + 2× PS/2), so orientation is clear and there's no asymmetric wiring to get wrong during installation. Straightforward to terminate correctly under time pressure.
- Verified against 8 switch models: CS82AC, CS84A, CS88A, CS114A, CS142, CS9134, CS9138, and KH98 are all confirmed compatible — this isn't a generic claim, it's the ATEN-published compatibility list for this cable SKU.
Deployment Considerations:
- PS/2 is the right call for servers where USB HID enumeration on KVM switch is unreliable — but verify your workstation or server motherboard still has active PS/2 ports before committing. Newer platforms have quietly dropped PS/2 entirely.
- At 5 meters, this is the longest standard Micro-Lite run in the series. If your layout requires more distance, you'll need an ATEN KVM extender — the 2L5005P does not support passive extension beyond its rated length.
Best fit for a controlled server room or data center ancillary rack where ATEN PS/2 KVM switches are already deployed and you're building out or replacing the cable plant for CS9134/CS9138-class switch banks.
