KVM Cable ATEN 2L-5201U 1.2m

The ATEN KVM Cable 2L-5201U (1.2 m) connects a computer to a KVM switch using USB and VGA-style HDB connections. The cable features an HDB & USB connector for the PC end and a 3‑in‑1 SPHD console connector (keyboard/mouse/video) for the KVM switch, providing video transmission and peripheral sharing in a single lead. It measures 1.2 m, comes in black and weighs approximately 0.146 kg.

Advantages

This 1.2 m ATEN KVM cable combines video and USB peripheral connections in one assembly, reducing cable clutter and simplifying installation. Its integrated 3‑in‑1 SPHD console connector supports keyboard, mouse and video signals through a single port, while the HDB and USB connections ensure compatibility with common KVM switch and PC interfaces. The cable’s modest weight and standard length make it practical for rack and desktop KVM setups.

Suitable for

• Connecting a single computer to an ATEN-compatible KVM switch
• Server rack or desktop environments where combined video and USB connections are needed
• Setups requiring straightforward cable management between PC and KVM

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: ATEN
• Model / MPN: 2L-5201U
• Cable length: 1.2 m
• PC connectors: HDB & USB
• Console connector: 3in1 SPHD (keyboard/mouse/video)
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.146 kg

How to use

Plug the HDB and USB connectors into the corresponding video and USB ports on the computer. Insert the 3‑in‑1 SPHD connector into the matching console port on the ATEN KVM switch. Verify secure connections, then use the KVM switch controls to select and switch between connected computers. No driver installation is typically required for standard USB keyboard and mouse operation.

Usage recommendations

For reliable signal quality, avoid running the cable alongside high-power electrical lines and keep the length within the specified 1.2 m. Refer to the KVM Cables Table for compatibility with specific ATEN switch models.