Aten 8-Port Cat6 KVM over IP Switch KN8008VB

The Aten KN8008VB is an 8-port KVM-over-IP switch designed for secure remote server management across distributed IT environments. It combines hardware-based KVM switching with IP-based access, enabling administrators to control up to 8 servers from a single console interface or remotely via network connectivity. The dual rail architecture supports concurrent local and remote session management, critical for data center operations requiring simultaneous on-site and off-site access.

Built for enterprise security requirements, the KN8008VB integrates LDAP/Active Directory authentication, SSL encryption, and role-based access control to enforce granular permissions across server management tasks. The appliance supports multiple user sessions with detailed audit logging, meeting compliance standards for regulated environments including financial services and healthcare infrastructure.

The switch accommodates mixed server environments through support for PS/2 and USB keyboard/mouse protocols, with video output scaling to 1920×1200 resolution. Integrated Ethernet connectivity enables direct IP-based access without requiring traditional serial infrastructure, positioning the KN8008VB as a modernization point for legacy and contemporary server rooms.

Ideal for

• Remote data center management for geographically distributed branch offices and headquarters locations
• Compliance-audited server access with role-based permissions and session logging for regulated industries
• Out-of-band (OOB) server recovery and BIOS-level administration independent of OS availability
• Multi-tenant server environments requiring isolated administrative access per tenant or business unit
• Legacy server room modernization consolidating serial-based KVM infrastructure to IP-based management
• 24/7 NOC operations with concurrent local technician and remote support engineer access to production servers

Technical specifications

Available from Omnixon Global. Submit an RFQ and our team will confirm configuration and availability for your order.