ATEN KL1508ANUKIT 8-Port KVM LCD Console Kit with KA7970 USB Adapters
Overview
The KL1508ANUKIT bundles the ATEN KL1508AN 8-port Cat 5 KVM switch with eight KA7970 USB KVM adapter cables into a single-SKU kit, eliminating the separate sourcing step that delays rack deployments. The KL1508AN integrates a sliding LCD console — keyboard, display, and touchpad — into a 1U rack unit, making it a practical fit for data center racks, server closets, and network operations environments where space per managed device matters. The KL1508ANUKIT is the ready-to-deploy version: open the kit, install adapters on target servers, and the console is operational without additional cable orders.
Compatibility
The included KA7970 adapters connect to servers and workstations via USB Type-A ports. The KL1508AN switch itself is compatible with ATEN's broader KVM infrastructure, including daisy-chain expansion with additional ATEN KL-series or KH-series switches for environments requiring more than eight managed nodes. The KA7970 adapter supports USB console connections and is compatible with standard USB-equipped servers from major x86 platform vendors. For IP-based remote access, the KL1508AN accepts ATEN IP access modules — consult the ATEN KVM catalog for compatible IP extender options specific to this switch platform.
Installation Notes
The KL1508AN mounts in a standard 19-inch rack. The LCD panel slides out from the front of the 1U chassis; ensure adequate front clearance for panel extension before finalizing rack placement. KA7970 adapters connect directly to the target server USB port and route a single Cat 5e/6 cable back to the switch — each of the eight ports requires one adapter and one Cat 5e or Cat 6 run. Maximum cable distance per segment should be confirmed against ATEN's published Cat 5 KVM distance specifications for this switch series before cable pulls are made.
