ATEN 2L5205U KVM Cable

Overview

The ATEN 2L5205U is a 5-meter KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) cable designed for connecting servers to KVM switches. It consolidates video and peripheral connections into a single cable, simplifying deployment and reducing clutter in server racks. This cable is specifically built for environments where direct server access via a KVM switch is critical for maintenance, troubleshooting, or initial setup, such as in data centers or network operation centers.

Compatibility

This cable features an HDB-15 video connector and a USB Type-A connector on one end, designed for connection to the server's video card and USB port. The other end terminates in an SPHD-15 connector, which is standard for many KVM switch console ports. It is compatible with ATEN KVM switches that utilize SPHD-15 console connectors and servers requiring VGA video input and USB Type-A for keyboard/mouse emulation.

Installation Notes

The cable's male connectors on both ends require proper alignment before insertion to prevent pin damage. The 5-meter length provides flexibility for routing within standard server racks, allowing connections between top-of-rack switches and servers or between side-by-side racks. The black color facilitates easier identification and management within a dense cabling infrastructure.