Description
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The KE8980MR is a high-performance KVM over IP Multi-View Receiver designed to revolutionize how you monitor and control physical and virtual servers across up to four displays at a single workstation.
Seamlessly integrated into the KVM over IP Matrix System, it empowers operators to effortlessly manage up to 16 servers in stunning True 4K clarity using flexible multiview layouts, while simultaneously monitoring up to 108 servers to maximize productivity in high-stakes environments.
Engineered for operational excellence, the KE8980MR features ATEN’s exclusive Boundless Switching MX™, allowing real-time switching between systems simply by moving the mouse freely across displays and windows.
Purpose-built for leaner operations, the KE8980MR minimizes hardware complexity and maximizes team efficiency—making it ideal for broadcast, air traffic control, surveillance, and mission-critical transportation hubs.
4K60 Visual Brilliance across Quad Displays
Experience ultra-crisp 4K@60 DCI visual performance across four displays (2× HDMI and 2× DisplayPort). Built for precision-critical monitoring, the KE8980MR empowers control room operators with informed, immediate decision-making.
Multiview Control with Boundless Switching MX™
Manage up to 16 servers in separate, resizable windows that can be freely positioned or overlapped across four displays.
With ATEN’s exclusive Boundless Switching MX™, simply move the mouse cursor across displays or windows to instantly shift control—no manual switching required.
Centralized Monitoring via Panel Array™
Switch the quad-display setup to operation mode using Panel Array™, which highlights a specific server on one screen while displaying others in a multiview layout of up to a 6×6 array (108 servers).
Virtualization via VNC or RDP
The KE8980MR enables access to virtualized environments on VMware®, Microsoft®, and Citrix™ platforms via RDP and VNC.
Perform tasks such as mounting ISO images, booting and upgrading devices, and running diagnostics remotely—just as if executed locally.
Effortless Switching between Physical and Virtual Machines
Designed for dynamic IT infrastructures, the KE8980MR supports matrix-configured transmitter-receiver connections, enabling seamless switching between physical servers and virtual machines through ATEN’s intuitive CCKM system.
Share and Shift with Workspace Presets
Save customized quad-display multiview layouts as workspace presets, allowing fast transitions between users in shared, shift-based workstation environments.
KVM Operation Recording via CCVSR
Integrating CCVSR (Control Center Video Session Recording) enables real-time recording of video output, keyboard input, and mouse activity—supporting auditing, traceability, and proactive risk mitigation.
Applications
Designed for demanding control room environments, the KE8980MR is ideal for broadcast, surveillance, air traffic control, transportation hubs, and other mission-critical operations.
Advanced Features
- Provides versatile viewing and control modes: Multi-view mode and Operation mode
Multi-view Mode
- Multi-view console controls up to 16 video sources on one screen with multiple display modes
- Workspace – Allows saving multiple configuration profiles and switching screen layouts and connection states across four displays via hotkeys
- Connection List Panel – Includes source preview functionality and supports intuitive drag-and-drop source assignment
Operation Mode
- Ultra-low latency operation enabling simultaneous monitoring of up to 108 screens
- Push & Pull – Instantly shares content to or from a single receiver or video wall with one click
- Virtual Transmitter – Independently streams video, audio, USB, and serial sources from different transmitters
- Virtual Machine connectivity – Supports VMware®, Microsoft®, and Citrix™ via RDP and VNC
- Easily switch to any Virtual Machine or KE Transmitter
- Boundless Switching MX™ – Enables real-time switching by simply moving the mouse freely across displays and windows
- Flexible connections – Supports multiple extender and matrix connections for multi-display installations
- Advanced Scheduling – Improves efficiency and reduces costs with time- and date-based media playback
- Internal and external authentication – Supports LDAP, Active Directory, RADIUS, and TACACS+
- Advanced User Authorization – Administrators can define four access modes on Tx devices for collaboration or interference prevention
- Configurable user and group permissions for KVM over IP extender access and control
- Rx access control – Tx local console users can enable or disable Rx access via a control button
Note: These advanced functions are supported when KE transmitters are paired with KE receivers and managed by CCKM.
Hardware
- Purpose-designed architecture combining high performance and energy efficiency to minimize power usage
- Optimized power-performance balance delivering enterprise-grade functionality
- Housing meets IEC 60945 standards for maritime control room use and has passed environmental tests
- Supports Quad-Display Output – 2× HDMI and 2× DisplayPort, up to 4096 × 2160 @ 60Hz per output
- Network failover – Dual RJ-45 ports ensure continuous availability for mission-critical applications
- DisplayPort 1.2 compliant
- High-speed USB storage transmission support
- Auto-MDIX for automatic cable type detection
- Built-in 8KV / 15KV ESD protection and 1KV surge protection
Management
- Centralized management via KVM over IP Matrix Manager (CCKM) with intuitive web-based GUI
- Supports recording of remote sessions using CCVSR
- OSD (On-Screen Display) on the receiver configures both transmitter and receiver units
- EDID Expert™ – Selects optimal EDID settings for smooth startup and highest display quality
- Four selectable access modes (Exclusive / Occupy / Share / View Only) for multiple simultaneous users
- Command Line Interface – Allows control via RS-232 or TCP/IP using third-party applications
- RS-232 serial port supports serial terminals, touch screens, barcode scanners, and other devices
- Supports hotkey commands
- Adjustable video compression level to balance image quality and network bandwidth
- Compatible with all KE devices
Security
- Dedicated LAN port for KE direct connections, allowing isolation from corporate networks
- Supports industry-standard TLS (Transport Layer Security) protocol
Virtual Media
- USB storage transmission mode enhances performance for file transfers, OS patching, software installation, and diagnostics
- Supports USB 2.0 DVD / CD drives, USB mass storage devices, PC hard drives, and ISO images
- Supports smart card / CAC reader
