ATEN 8-Channel Digital I/O Expansion Box for ATEN Control System

Expand your ATEN Control System to add devices using this 8-Channel Digital I/O Expansion Box from ATEN. The box features eight 2-pin terminal block plugs to power a variety of sensors, dry contact devices, computers, and motor-driven devices from a central location.

A total of eight VK258 expansion boxes can be used with a central ATEN controller, and it is easy to connect and deploy using its Ethernet LAN connection. There is an additional low-power, low-voltage power output that supplies additional power to power-hungry devices. The box can be powered using an optional power supply or by using PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) on a supported LAN. A rackmount kit is included to mount the unit onto an equipment rack.

Key Features

Provides eight Digital I/O channels to expand the ATEN Control System

Up to eight VK258 expansion boxes can be added to a single ATEN Controller

Flexible deployment allows you to connect to an ATEN Controller via an Ethernet connection

ID Switch pairs the VK258 with a controller to instantly configure the network settings

One DC output allows you to power I/O or other low-voltage devices that require an extra power supply

Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) or DC power supply

Firmware upgradable through USB, firmware upgrade tool, or web interface