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Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ATEN CS1788: Comparison
What is the difference between Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and ATEN CS1788?
The gap that matters here is max resolution: Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P 1920x1200 against ATEN CS1788 2560x1600, which puts ATEN CS1788 44% ahead. Add max resolution single display to that, 1920x1200 on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 2560x1600 on the ATEN CS1788, and the pattern holds.
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P vs ATEN CS1788: which one fits your build
The Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P suits enterprise IP KVM matrix deployments centered on DVI video and facilities already using Adder's ADDERLink Infinity Manager, though it is not the pick for multi-monitor workstations needing dual-head DVI, where the ALIF2112T fits better and HDMI or DisplayPort-based workstations. The same goes for buyers wanting a complete matched transmitter/receiver pair rather than individual nodes. It is not the one for small single-room extension budgets, where the Emerald EMD2000PE-T costs roughly half as much. Buy the ATEN CS1788 for racks wanting OSD port naming and 1U mounting and upgrading a single-link DVI KVM to higher resolution, though it is the wrong buy for DisplayPort or HDMI fleets (see the ATEN CS19208) and 4K monitors. It is equally the pick for eight DVI computers driven from a 2560x1600 or 2560x1440 console monitor. It is the wrong buy for 1080p and 1920x1200 consoles, where the CS1768 does the same job. Our rating of the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P (7/10): A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.
Which is cheaper, Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P or ATEN CS1788?
At the last price check the ATEN CS1788 was $824 and the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P $3,051, a 271% premium.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and ATEN CS1788 differ on computers supported?
Yes. Computers Supported reads 1 computers on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P versus 8 computers on the ATEN CS1788.
Is the USB Hub Ports the same on the Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P and ATEN CS1788?
It is. Both are listed at 2, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Capability Score
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 6.8/10
- ATEN CS1788
- 4.9/10
These are different kinds of KVM, scored on separate scales, so the two scores can't be compared directly.
Brand
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Adder
- ATEN CS1788
- ATEN
Computers Supported
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1 computers
- ATEN CS1788
- 8 computers
Model Number
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- ALIF1002P
- ATEN CS1788
- CS1788
Video Standard
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- DVI
- ATEN CS1788
- DVI (Dual-Link)
Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200 @ 60Hz-44%
- ATEN CS1788
- 2560x1600 @ 60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536 (VGA)Best
USB Hub Ports
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 2
- ATEN CS1788
- 2
KVM Segment
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Extender
- ATEN CS1788
- Rack
Audio Support
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- Yes
- ATEN CS1788
- Yes
Max Resolution Single Display
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 1920x1200-44%
- ATEN CS1788
- 2560x1600Best
Max Refresh At Max Resolution
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 60 Hz-44%
- ATEN CS1788
- 60 HzBest
Price
- Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
- 3051.40 USD
- ATEN CS1788
- 823.50 USD
Which one should you pick?
Choose Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P if you want the higher USB hub ports (2 vs 2).
Choose ATEN CS1788 if you want the higher max resolution (2560x1600 @ 60Hz (DVI); 2048x1536 (VGA) vs 1920x1200 @ 60Hz), the higher max resolution single display (2560x1600 vs 1920x1200) and the higher max refresh at max resolution (60 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P | ATEN CS1788 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $3,051.40 View on Consumercarts listing | $823.50 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Adder Technology Adder ALIF1002P
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable enterprise DVI network extender pair, priced for serious IP KVM matrix deployments rather than single-room extension.
ATEN CS1788
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable 8-port dual-link DVI KVM for 2560x1600 consoles, sensible only for fleets already on DVI.
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