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Product Features
Technical Overview
This KVM cable features a precise connector configuration to handle multiple signal types simultaneously. The first end terminates with a USB Type A male connector for peripheral and data communication, a 3.5mm mini-phone stereo audio male connector for sound transmission, and an HD-15 male connector (standard VGA) for analog video. This combination allows a single cable to carry the essential signals needed for a complete workstation connection to a KVM switch.
The second end mirrors this functionality with a USB Type B male connector, another 3.5mm audio male connector, and a DVI-I (Single-Link) digital video male connector. The DVI-I interface supports both digital and analog video signals, ensuring broad display compatibility. The cable's construction is built to maintain signal integrity over its 1.80-meter span, supporting consistent performance during extended operation.
Key Product Advantages
The ATEN 2L7DX2U KVM cable consolidates multiple connection needs into one streamlined package, significantly simplifying setup and reducing cable tangles. By combining USB, video, and audio in a single run, it enhances workspace organization and improves airflow around equipment. This integrated approach minimizes the risk of connection errors and speeds up deployment in multi-system environments.
Universal Compatibility
With VGA and DVI-I video connectors plus USB and audio, this cable supports a wide array of computers and KVM switches, from older systems to contemporary hardware.
- Works with KVM switches requiring combined signals
- Compatible with PCs featuring VGA or DVI outputs
Reliable Signal Integrity
Engineered to maintain clear video, stable USB data transfer, and uninterrupted audio over its full length, ensuring dependable operation in professional settings.
- Reduces signal degradation
- Supports continuous use
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is ideal for environments where a single KVM switch controls multiple computers, such as data centers, server rooms, IT labs, and financial trading desks. It enables operators to seamlessly switch between systems using a single keyboard, video monitor, and mouse setup, while maintaining audio connectivity for alerts or multimedia applications.
In office settings, it supports clean desk initiatives by consolidating cables between workstations and centralized KVM units. For home offices or gaming setups with multiple PCs, it provides an organized way to manage peripherals and displays without needing separate cables for each function. The 5.9-foot length accommodates typical distances between equipment racks and user stations.
Data Center Management
Connect servers or network equipment to a KVM switch for remote administration, combining console access with audio monitoring in a single cable run.
Multi-PC Workstations
Switch between a personal computer and a work machine using one set of peripherals, with audio seamlessly routed through the KVM switch.
Highlights
- 5.9 ft (1.80 m) integrated KVM cable for USB, video, and audio
- First end: USB Type A male, 3.5mm audio male, HD-15 (VGA) male connectors
- Second end: USB Type B male, 3.5mm audio male, DVI-I (Single-Link) male connectors
- Compatible with KVM switches and PCs for streamlined multi-system control
- Combines VGA and DVI-I video support for broad display compatibility
- Transmits stereo audio alongside data and video signals
- Environmentally friendly construction supports sustainable IT practices
- Reduces cable clutter with a single-cable solution for workstation connections
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ATEN Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2L-7DX2U |
| Brand Name | ATEN |
| Product Name | 1.8M USB VGA to DVI-A KVM Cable with Audio |
| Product Type | KVM Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Length | 5.9 ft (1.80 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | USB Type A - Male,Mini-phone Stereo Audio - Male,HD-15 - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x USB Type A - Male,1 x Mini-phone Stereo Audio - Male,1 x HD-15 - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | USB Type B - Male,Mini-phone Stereo Audio - Male,DVI-I (Single-Link) Digital Video |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x USB Type B - Male,1 x Mini-phone Stereo Audio - Male,1 x DVI-I (Single-Link) Digital Video |
| Device Supported | KVM Switch,PC |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
FAQ
What devices is this ATEN KVM cable compatible with?
This cable is designed for use with KVM switches and personal computers (PCs). It connects a PC to a KVM switch, carrying USB data, video (via VGA or DVI-I), and stereo audio signals. Ensure your KVM switch and PC have matching ports for the connectors provided.
What video connectors does this cable include?
The cable includes an HD-15 (VGA) male connector on the first end and a DVI-I (Single-Link) digital video male connector on the second end. This allows it to support both analog VGA and digital/analog DVI displays, providing flexibility for different monitor types.
Does this KVM cable support audio transmission?
Yes, it includes 3.5mm mini-phone stereo audio male connectors on both ends. This enables audio signals to pass through the cable alongside USB and video, allowing you to hear sound from the connected PC through speakers or headphones attached to the KVM switch or monitor.
How long is the ATEN 2L7DX2U KVM cable?
The cable is 5.9 feet long, which is equivalent to 1.80 meters. This length is suitable for typical distances between a KVM switch and a PC in desktop or rack-mounted setups, providing enough reach without excessive slack.
What is the difference between the USB Type A and Type B connectors on this cable?
The first end has a USB Type A male connector, which typically plugs into a PC or host device. The second end has a USB Type B male connector, which often connects to peripherals or, in this case, the KVM switch. This configuration ensures proper data flow between the PC and switch.
Is this cable environmentally friendly?
Yes, the ATEN 2L7DX2U is marked as environmentally friendly. This means it is constructed with materials and processes that reduce environmental impact, such as using recyclable components or minimizing hazardous substances, aligning with eco-conscious IT procurement practices.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
USB Type A - Male,Mini-phone Stereo Audio - Male,HD-15 - Male.