ATEN

ATEN KL1508AiN

Expert rating8.2 / 10

Port Count:: 8
Form Factor:: 1U dual-rail 19in LCD drawer, KVM over IP
Price:: $2,069.43

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Manufacturer: ATEN Last updated: 2026-09-12

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ATEN KL1508AiN Review

ATEN KL1508AiN 8 port 19 inch dual rail CAT5 LCD KVM over IP console drawer

The larger-screen 19-inch sibling of the KL1508AiM, pairing the same 8-port Cat5 KVM-over-IP console drawer electronics with a bigger, easier-to-read local display.

Overview

The KL1508AiN carries the same 8-port, Cat5 KVM-over-IP feature set as the KL1508AiM, but fits a full 19-inch LCD panel into the drawer for technicians who prefer a larger local screen over the more compact 17-inch option.

Screen Size Trade-off

The larger panel is easier to read during extended local console sessions but takes marginally more rack depth than the 17-inch model, worth checking against available rack clearance before choosing between the two.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the KL1508AiM, the only functional difference is screen size and a modest price increase; the IP networking, remote user support, and switching logic are identical. Against the local-only CL5808N, the KL1508AiN adds full remote IP access at a higher price point.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.2 / 10

A well-equipped 8-port console-drawer-plus-IP unit with a spacious 19-inch panel, ideal for racks where screen readability and remote access both matter.

Best for

Racks needing both local console and remote IP access
Technicians preferring a larger local display
Mixed on-site/remote administration teams

Not for

Home office use
Single-desk setups
Budget-conscious buyers

Specifications

What these specs mean

Capability Score

7.4/10

How much this device can do compared with other KVM-over-IP devices, rated from its specifications.

Identity

Brand	ATEN
Model Number	KL1508AiN
Switching Method	Cat5 KVM over IP with OSD

Topology

Computers Supported	8 computers
KVM Segment	KVM over IP

Video & Features

Video Standard	VGA
Max Resolution	1920x1080
USB Hub Ports	2
Audio Support	No

Per display capability

Max Resolution Single Display	1920x1080

Switching control

Serial Or Network Control	Fast Ethernet (10/100)

Physical and power

Rack Mountable	1U, dual-rail slide, integrated 19in LCD/keyboard drawer

In the box and price

Price	2069.43 USD

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the ATEN KL1508AiN (8-Port 19in Dual Rail CAT5 LCD KVM over IP)?

Key specs for the ATEN KL1508AiN: Max Resolution 1920x1080, Max Resolution Per Display 1920x1080, Audio Support No, Switching Method Cat5 KVM over IP with OSD, Video Standard VGA, Network Interface Fast Ethernet (10/100).

Who is the ATEN KL1508AiN (8-Port 19in Dual Rail CAT5 LCD KVM over IP) best suited to?

Best suited to: Racks needing both local console and remote IP access; Technicians preferring a larger local display; Mixed on-site/remote administration teams.

What are the drawbacks of the ATEN KL1508AiN (8-Port 19in Dual Rail CAT5 LCD KVM over IP)?

Not the best fit for: Home office use; Single-desk setups; Budget-conscious buyers.