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Supports up to 8 PCs/laptops, the highest in the industry, and seamlessly shares 4 USB devices.

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Taipei, Taiwan (Jan. 23, 2025) - ATEN International, the leading provider of KVM and AV/IT connectivity and management solutions, today announces the launch of the US3384i – an 8 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch. This innovative device enables seamless connections to up to 8 PCs or laptops and allows the sharing of up to 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices, offering industry-leading cost efficiency solution and significantly enhancing the BYOD/BYOM experience. With blazing-fast data transmission, cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux), and flexible port-switching, the new ATEN US3384i USB sharing switch streamlines meeting workflows, boosts collaboration, and reduces IT procurement and management overhead for workplaces. Perfectly suited for a wide range of meeting spaces, it also excels in industrial control applications.

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With the rise of hybrid and remote work, BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) and BYOM (Bring Your Own Meeting) styles continue to shape modern meeting setups. The ATEN US3384i is engineered for effortless plug-and-play functionality, allowing participants to join meetings anytime with ease. Featuring a built-in USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with superior 5 Gbps data transfer speed, the US3384i delivers a smooth, efficient, and seamless meeting experience. Additionally, ATEN offers the 4-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 Industrial Hub Switch—US3344i—tailored for small meeting room applications.

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In addition, the ATEN US3384i seamlessly integrates into control systems through serial connectivity. This integration provides a centralized platform to streamline AV/IT management and simplify maintenance. The USB switch automatically shifts the PC focus to the most recently connected host device, with an illuminated LED indicator clearly showing the active port in control of shared resources.

Nicholas Lin, Senior Vice President of ATEN, stated: "We are excited to introduce the ATEN US3384i 8 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch, designed to elevate the BYOD meeting experience. This innovative solution enables participants to effortlessly join discussions, share data, and transition into collaborative workflows with ease. The US3384i offers multiple versatile port selection methods, including front panel pushbuttons, RS-232/RS-485 serial commands, and an external remote port selector, ensuring seamless integration with control systems for fully expanded applications. At ATEN, our mission is to simplify complexity, foster technological sharing, and provide solutions that empower individuals and organizations to thrive in their industries."

Key features of ATEN US3384i 8 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch include:

l   Connections for up to 8 PCs/Laptops and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Devices: Enables participants to seamlessly join meetings, share data, and collaborate in discussions within seconds.

l   Seamless Integration into Control Systems: Easily integrates into a control system (e.g., via RS-232/RS-485 serial connectivity) as part of a meeting room setup, enabling centralized AV/IT management and simplified maintenance.

l   Automatic Switching on Detection: Automatically shifts PC control to the most recently connected host device. The corresponding LED indicator illuminates to clearly display which active port has control over shared resources.

l   Up to 5 Gbps Data Transfer with USB 3.2 Gen 1: Provides high-speed data transfer at up to 5 Gbps through built-in USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, while ensuring backward compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1 devices.

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For more information about the ATEN US3384i, please refer to the link

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ATEN debuts the US3384i 8 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch to enhance BYOD meetings experience.

About ATEN

ATEN International Co., Ltd. (TWSE: 6277), established in 1979, is the leading provider of KVM and AV/IT connectivity and management solutions. Offering more than 1,000 integrated KVM, professional AV, USB, racks and intelligent power products, ATEN enables easy connection, management, and optimization of AV/IT equipment in corporate, government, education, healthcare, manufacturing, broadcasting, media, and transportation environments. With over 650 issued international patents, ATEN's global R&D team continuously produces innovative solutions, resulting in a comprehensive portfolio of products available worldwide.

Headquartered in Taiwan, ATEN International Co., Ltd. has grown to include subsidiaries and regional offices in China, Japan, South Korea, Belgium, Australia, the U.S., the U.K., Turkey, Poland, India, Romania, South Africa, Indonesia, and Mexico – with R&D centers in Taiwan, China, and Canada. 

For more information about ATEN, please visit www.aten.com.

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