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Aten CS-1764A
8.8 out of 10

Aten CS-1764A

The CS1764A USB 2.0 DVI KVMP™ Switch charts a revolutionary new Read more

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Reviews and Problems with Aten CS-1764A

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Overall 6
6.0

Power on problems

Houston, Newegg
5 December 2012
  • Pros: Low price, nice cable sets, solid construction, no problems with video
  • Cons: I leave the switch on 24/7 but often shut-down one or more computers connected to the switch and when systems are restarted the switch usually does not recongnize the ...
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Overall 10
10

Big improvement over old KVM

DaveK, Newegg
25 July 2012
  • Pros: It supports my hi-res monitor. Previous KVM was a Black Box KV824A. It did not have DVI ports and what it did have did not support my Samsung 2343 2048x1152 monitor. T...
  • Cons: A bit expensive, but my eyes are happy now.
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Overall 4
4.0

Not compatible with Linux for me.

Newegg
8 February 2012
  • Summary: The Keyboard does not function.
  • Pros: Good quality and solid construction. Cables provided were very nice.
  • Cons: I purchased this KVM because it listed it was compatible with Linux. However I have three Linux machines that all displayed the same behavior while the unit was in place:
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Overall 10
10

Good Gear

majcurtis, Newegg
4 January 2012
  • Pros: Sturdy construction, functions exactly as advertised.
  • Cons: A tad pricey, but you get what you pay for...
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Overall 8
8.0

good switch

B0Z, Newegg
22 October 2011
  • Summary: **DO NOT** even think about buying this switch if you intend on connecting it to *anything* that uses a standard 15-pin analog video connector DESPITE what the
  • Pros: Unbeatable DVI quality @ 1920 with zero lag. Yes, you can run the most visually-demanding games with this switch and see virtually every frame as if you were connected...
  • Cons: hardware compatibility.
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Overall 8
8.0

User Review

Newegg
13 September 2011
  • Pros: Easy to setup and get working and easy to use once you get it setup. It has a small footprint so will fit on your desk without too much problem. It comes with all the ...
  • Cons: Cables are a bit short and are rather stiff, but they work. Sometimes you have to hit the switch twice to get it to change to the computer you want to be active. I wis...
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Overall 10
10

Works great

Newegg
26 August 2011
  • Pros: Based on the other reviews, I decided to give this KVM a try, and I'm glad I did. Here's what I like:
  • Cons: My only complaint (a very minor one) is that it takes four key presses to switch displays rather than three. For example, to go to port 2, you have to press <Scroll Lo...
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Overall 10
10

Still 5 eggs

Oldfart48, Newegg
19 July 2011
  • Pros: Still working with no major issues.
  • Cons: Nothing that would stop me from recommending it to a friend.
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Overall 6
6.0

decent kvm

Newegg
12 May 2011
  • Pros: The kvm seems pretty decent in most respects.
  • Cons: The problem I had with this kvm is the lack of easy toggling between computers. I hooked up 2 systems to this 4 port kvm. And I have to hit Scroll Lock - Scroll Lock -...
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Overall 10
10

Best yet

Cooperstown39, Newegg
28 April 2011
  • Pros: I have owned several different KVM's and this is by far the best. Using a Logitech wireless keyboard and trackball, both use a USB connection and able to link so only ...
  • Cons: Price is high but can't argue with the performance. One slight annoyance is the delay after switching. It takes about 5 to 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the...
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