The Aten CS-22U is a compact 2-port USB KVM switch designed to control two computers from a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse console. It includes a built-in remote port selector so the switch itself can be positioned out of sight while the selector remains accessible on the desk.

The switch supports high-resolution video up to 2048×1536 with DDC2B compatibility, and requires no external power supply — it draws power from the connected USB hosts. It is compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun platforms.

Key Features

• Controls two USB computers from one USB console (keyboard, monitor, mouse)
• Built-in remote port selector for concealed switch placement
• Video resolution up to 2048×1536; DDC2B support
• Multi-platform support: Windows, Linux, Mac, and Sun
• USB mouse port doubles as USB 1.1 hub for peripheral sharing
• No external power supply required
• Multifunction mouse support

Product Benefits

• Remote port selector keeps the switch hidden while giving easy computer-switching access from the desk
• 2048×1536 maximum resolution delivers sharp imagery even on high-resolution monitors
• USB 1.1 hub functionality on the mouse port allows additional USB peripherals to be shared between computers
• No power adapter needed — the switch is powered directly by the host USB connection
• Multi-platform support allows mixed operating system environments on both connected computers

Technical Specifications

• Model: CS-22U (IDATA CS-22U)
• Computer Connections: 2
• Port Selection: Remote port selector
• Console Ports — Keyboard: 1× USB Type A female (black)
• Console Ports — Video: 1× HDB-15 female (blue)
• Console Ports — Mouse: 1× USB Type A female (black)
• KVM Ports — Keyboard/Mouse: 4× USB Type A male (black)
• KVM Ports — Video: 2× HDB-15 male (blue)
• LEDs: 2
• Cable Length — Computer: 0.9 m
• Cable Length — Remote Port Selector: 1.8 m
• Video: 2048×1536; DDC2B
• Housing: Plastic
• Operating Temperature: 0–50 °C
• Storage Temperature: -20–60 °C
• Relative Humidity: 0–80%, non-condensing
• Width: 7 cm
• Depth: 8.24 cm
• Height: 2.46 cm
• Weight: 0.31 kg

Why You'll Love It

• Compact all-in-one design sits discreetly behind a monitor or under a desk
• Remote port selector on a 1.8 m cable keeps switching within arm's reach without moving the main unit
• LED indicators show which computer is currently active at a glance
• Package includes the switch and a user manual — computer cables are attached