ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media

Name: ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media
Brand: Aten
SKU: ATEN-KN2140VA
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Brand: Aten | Category: KVM & Console

SKU: ATEN-KN2140VA | Part #: KN2140VA | MPN: KN2140VA

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About the ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media

The ATEN KN2140VA is a mid-range KVM over IP switch engineered for enterprise environments requiring consolidated remote access and control across 40 physical servers or networked devices. The architecture leverages Ethernet-based connectivity over standard Cat5e cabling, enabling IT teams to manage geographically distributed or co-located infrastructure from a single interface without requiring dedicated KVM cables. The platform integrates advanced virtual media capabilities—including USB storage redirection, CD/DVD emulation, and image mounting—allowing administrators to deploy operating systems, patches, and firmware updates directly to target systems without physical media or sneakernet workflows. Dual-stack IPv4 and IPv6 network support ensures future-readiness and compliance with modern enterprise network standards, while the 2023-Q2 launch positions it as a current-generation solution aligned with contemporary data center architectures.

Ideal for

Remote out-of-band management and recovery of 40+ physical servers in distributed data center pods, enabling 24/7 administrative access without requiring on-site presence
Consolidated OS deployment and firmware updates across heterogeneous server fleets using virtual media redirection, eliminating manual media handling and reducing provisioning time
Multi-tenant managed service provider environments where isolated user access, session recording, and audit trails are required for client accountability and SLA compliance
High-availability infrastructure recovery operations where rapid KVM access to failed systems—bypassing standard network connectivity—is critical for restoring service availability
Legacy equipment lifecycle management and decommissioning workflows where KVM over IP provides continued administrative control to systems with deprecated or unavailable remote management interfaces
Compliance-mandated secure infrastructure access with built-in authentication, encrypted sessions, and comprehensive activity logging for regulated workloads (finance, healthcare, government sectors)

Technical specifications

Manufacturer	Aten
Model	KN2140VA
Product Category	KVM over IP Switch
Port Count	40 ports
Cabling Standard	Cat5e
Console Connections	40 × RJ-45 (server-side KVM-over-IP); 1 × VGA + USB (local console)
Network Interfaces	2 × Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), redundant for failover and load balancing
Virtual Media Support	USB storage device redirection, CD/DVD emulation, image file mounting, hot-plug capable
Network Protocols	IPv4, IPv6 dual-stack
Authentication	LDAP, RADIUS, local user database
Access Control	Role-based permissions, multi-user concurrent sessions (up to 8 simultaneous users)
Encryption	TLS/SSL for network communications, 128-bit and 256-bit cipher support
Session Management	Event logging, session recording, audit trail export (CSV/syslog)
Maximum Supported Resolution	1920 × 1200 @ 60 Hz
Keyboard/Mouse Emulation	USB HID-compliant
Power Consumption	80W (typical operating)
Thermal Dissipation	Fanless design with passive cooling
Dimensions (W × D × H)	483 × 400 × 44 mm (19″ rackmount 1U)
Mounting	19″ standard EIA rack
Operating Temperature	0–40°C
Humidity Range	10–90% non-condensing
Communication Protocol	ATEN Intelligent KVM Protocol (AIKP) over TCP/IP

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Technical Specifications

Brand	Aten
Category	KVM & Console
SKU	ATEN-KN2140VA
Part Number	KN2140VA
Condition	New
Model	KN2140VA
Product Category	KVM over IP Switch
Port Count	40 ports
Cabling Standard	Cat5e
Console Connections	40 × RJ-45 (server-side KVM-over-IP); 1 × VGA + USB (local console)
Network Interfaces	2 × Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), redundant for failover and load balancing
Virtual Media Support	USB storage device redirection, CD/DVD emulation, image file mounting, hot-plug capable
Network Protocols	IPv4, IPv6 dual-stack
Authentication	LDAP, RADIUS, local user database
Access Control	Role-based permissions, multi-user concurrent sessions (up to 8 simultaneous users)
Encryption	TLS/SSL for network communications, 128-bit and 256-bit cipher support
Session Management	Event logging, session recording, audit trail export (CSV/syslog)
Maximum Supported Resolution	1920 × 1200 @ 60 Hz
Keyboard/Mouse Emulation	USB HID-compliant
Power Consumption	80W (typical operating)
Thermal Dissipation	Fanless design with passive cooling
Dimensions (W × D × H)	483 × 400 × 44 mm (19″ rackmount 1U)
Mounting	19″ standard EIA rack
Operating Temperature	0–40°C
Humidity Range	10–90% non-condensing
Communication Protocol	ATEN Intelligent KVM Protocol (AIKP) over TCP/IP

Frequently Asked Questions about ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media

What does the ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media do?

The ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media is enterprise IT hardware deployed in production data centers, server rooms, and edge sites across the GCC and EMEA region.

What are the headline specs of the ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media?

Key specifications for the ATEN KN2140VA 40-Port Cat5e KVM over IP Switch with Virtual Media: new condition; manufacturer Aten; model KN2140VA; product category KVM over IP Switch; port count 40 ports; cabling standard Cat5e; console connections 40 × RJ-45 (server-side KVM-over-IP); 1 × VGA + USB (local console). Manufacturer part number KN2140VA. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.