User manual

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The ATEN CS1182 / CS1184 2/4-port USB DVI Dual-Link Secure KVM
Switch offers secure and reliable access for any government/military desktop
environment where security is imperative by providing safe switching between
computers operating on different secure networks. NIAP-certified to EAL2+,
the CS1182 / CS1184 provides 2-port / 4-port models for secure desktop
workstation use.
Hardware security includes tamper-evident tape, chassis intrusion detection,
and tamper-proof hardware, while software security includes restricted USB
connectivity – non HIDs (Human Interface Devices) are ignored when
switching – an isolated channel per port that makes it impossible for data to be
transferred between secure and unsecure computers, and automatic clearing of
the keyboard and mouse buffer.
By combining physical security with controlled USB connectivity, the CS1182
/ CS1184 gives you the means to consolidate multiple workstations of various
security classification levels with one keyboard, monitor and mouse (KVM)
console.
Note: 1. The National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) is a United
States government initiative to meet the security testing needs of IT
consumers and manufacturers. It is operated by the National Security
Agency (NSA) and the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST).
2. The CS1182 / CS1184 additionally satisfies Evaluation Assurance
Level 2 (EAL2+) requirements for Peripheral Sharing Switch (PSS)
for Human Interface Devices Protection Profile v2.1.