ATEN CS1142DPH4C - KVM / audio switch - 5K, DisplayPort/HDMI, Universal, Secure

The ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch CS1142DPH4C allows multiple computers with different security classifications to share a single keyboard, mouse, monitor, speaker set, and Common Access Card (CAC) reader while maintaining strict separation between connected systems and peripherals. Its compliance with PSD PP v4.0 helps protect user data during port switching by preventing unauthorized data transfer or leakage between connected computers.

The switch includes isolated and unidirectional data channels, restricted peripheral connectivity with device filtering, automatic user data protection, configurable device management, strict audio filtering, and continuous tamper-detection features, providing secure operation and straightforward deployment in security-sensitive environments.

Key Features of Aten CS1142DPH4C

NIAP Common Criteria Compliant

• Compliant with PSD PP v4.0 (Protection Profile for Peripheral Sharing Device, Version 4.0) security requirements
• Listed on the NATO NIAPC Product Registry

Multi-Layered Security

• Always-on chassis intrusion detection renders the ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch series inoperable when physical tampering is detected
• Tamper-evident labels provide visual indication of any attempt to access the ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch's internal components
• Non-reprogrammable firmware prevents reprogramming the ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch's firmware
• Restricted peripheral connectivity rejects non-authorized HIDs (Human Interface Devices), video, or authentication device connections are rejected
• Port selection via pushbuttons / Remote Port Selector (RPS) 1 only to enhance security
• Configurable Port LED color and Port Name Labels for easier identification between ports connected to different security classification levels
• LED indicators for peripheral filtering and KVM security status
• Strict audio filtration protects against audio leakage
• Compact size and rugged metal enclosure

Data Channel Isolation and Unidirectional Data Flow

• True data path isolation prevents data transfer between computers
• The ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch controls and isolates data flow between the console devices and connected computers
• Unidirectional data flow between console devices and the selected computer is ensured
• Supports analog audio (speaker only) 2 via isolated audio paths
• Supports DisplayPort (or HDMI) embedded digital audio

User Data Protection

• The ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch's keyboard/mouse data is automatically deleted after transmission and automatically purged when the KVM port focus is switched

Security Management

• Supports administrative configuration of CAC Port filtering to accept or reject specific USB authentication devices
• Supports administrative configuration of keyboard / mouse ports filtering to reject specific USB HID devices
• Provides administrative functions for authorized administrators to audit KVM log data
• Supports enable / disable CAC function by port

Superior Video Quality and Flexible Connectivity

• Superior video quality up to 5K (5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz)
• DisplayPort / HDMI combo connectors support DisplayPort and HDMI video interfaces on both PC and Console sides
• Video DynaSync™ technology eliminates boot-up display problems and optimizes resolutions when switching among different sources

Note:

Only analog speaker data input is supported.

Supports video output resolutions up to 5120 × 2880 @ 60Hz, 5120 × 2160 @ 60Hz, 5120 × 1440 @ 60Hz/120Hz/144Hz, 3840 × 2160 @ 60Hz/120Hz/144Hz

ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch CS1142DPH4C is specifically designed to meet the stringent security requirement of secure defense and intelligence installations. ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch CS1142DPH4C is compliant with PSD PP v4.0 (Protection Profile for Peripheral Sharing Device, Version 4.0) standard certified by the National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP).

To fulfill different customer demands, ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switches offer a wide range of options, including 2-port and 4-port, CAC and Non-CAC models, and support for DisplayPort or HDMI interfaces through a single combo connector. ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switches also provide customers with the flexibility to connect single or dual displays, providing superior video quality up to 5K (5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz) 1. 5K resolution provides greater screen real estate and sharper detail, allowing users to view multiple classified sessions, monitoring dashboards, or data-intensive applications side by side with uncompromised clarity. This enhanced visual precision helps minimize task-switching and potential errors, improving both operational accuracy and overall productivity in mission-critical or security-conscious workplaces.

To enhance security, ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch CS1142DPH4C only offers manual switching methods including front panel pushbuttons and Remote Port Selector (RPS) 2. With multi–layered security, ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Switch CS1142DPH4C ensures high-level desktop security and data safekeeping for applications such as government and military agencies, healthcare providers, banking & finance institutions, and other organizations that often handle sensitive or confidential data on separate networks.