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Featuring a 2-in-1 DisplayPort/HDMI Combo Connector for Simplified Installation at Both Local and Remote Consoles

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Taipei, Taiwan (Jul. 14, 2025) - ATEN International, the leading provider of KVM and AV/IT connectivity and management solutions, today announced the launch of the CE980 and CE990 USB True 4K DisplayPort/HDMI Optical KVM Extenders. These are ATEN’s first fiber optic KVM extenders supporting True 4K video, with transmission distances of up to 300 meters (CE980) or 10 kilometers (CE990). Designed for mission-critical control environments such as transportation, manufacturing, and utilities, the new extenders support HDR10, ensuring superior video quality with precise color reproduction.

To enhance installation flexibility, both models feature a 2-in-1 DisplayPort/HDMI combo connector, allowing connections to either DisplayPort or HDMI displays at both the local and remote ends. This versatile design supports various display configurations, enabling users to mix or match output types as needed.

In addition to outstanding video performance, ATEN CE980 and CE990 support the extension of keyboard/mouse control, RS-232, USB 2.0 data, and both stereo and embedded audio over fiber optic cabling. Supported audio formats include LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio.

Whether used to control servers in a secure data center, operate medical equipment, or manage high-resolution content in broadcast or industrial applications, ATEN CE980 and CE990 provide stable, interference-free transmission with built-in EMI resistance, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted performance.

Key Features of the CE980/CE990 USB True 4K DisplayPort/HDMI Optical KVM Extenders:

l   HDR10 Support for True 4K HDMI/DisplayPort Video Transmission – Delivers unparalleled True 4K clarity (3840 × 2160 and 4096 × 2160 @ 60 Hz, 4:4:4) with HDR10 support for ultra-clear visuals in detail-critical environments.

l   Ultra-Long Distance Transmission up to 300m/10km – Extends DisplayPort/HDMI video, keyboard/mouse control, stereo and embedded audio, RS-232 control, and USB 2.0 signals over fiber optic cabling.

l   2-in-1 DisplayPort/HDMI Combo Connector – Allows flexible connectivity with either DisplayPort or HDMI displays at both the local and remote ends.

l   Dual Console Access with Privileged Control – Provides simultaneous local and remote KVM access, ideal for collaborative or redundant workflows.

“With our first True 4K DisplayPort/HDMI Optical KVM Extender, we’re delivering a future-ready solution that combines uncompromised 4K video clarity with the high-speed, long-distance control professionals demand in today’s complex environments,” said Nicholas Lin, Senior Vice President of ATEN. “Whether it’s streamlining operations on a smart manufacturing line, maintaining situational awareness in a transportation control center, or enabling precision imaging in medical diagnostics, the CE980 and CE990 ensure secure, stable and interference-free transmission without compromise.”

For more information about the ATEN CE980/CE990, please refer to the link:

l   CE980

l   CE990

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ATEN Debuts True 4K Optical KVM Extenders (CE980/CE990) with 300m–10km Reach

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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