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Recognized for transforming technical complexity into an intuitive, human-centered workspace experience

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Taipei, Taiwan (Apr. 21, 2026) - ATEN International, the leading provider of KVM and AV/IT connectivity and management solutions, today announced that its Desktop KVM Switch Series has been honored with the 2026 Red Dot Award for Product Design. Specifically developed to bolster productivity across evolving modern trends such as AI-ready creative multitasking and hybrid, regulated environments, this series earned the prestigious accolade for its ability to transform technical complexity into an intuitive, human-centered experience through a refined design language.

The award-winning lineup features the PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Series, the DisplayPort KVMP™ Series, and the Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch. Each model embodies a balance of minimalist form and professional resilience, defined by compact metal bodies, angled control interface, and softly glowing indicators that convey a sense of calm authority. By leveraging robust hardware-level isolation, ATEN ensures strict Air-Gapped data separation between confidential networks and external environments, facilitating efficient cross-network collaboration while enabling users to precisely manage multiple systems via a single control console. This ensures that even the most complex, high-security workflows are streamlined into orderly, efficient, and uncompromisingly protected environments.

The ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Series marks a major milestone in secure KVM design. As the industry’s first 5K-capable solution compliant with the NIAP PSD PP v4.0 standard, it epitomizes the fusion of high-end visuals and rigorous security. Engineered for mission-critical operations in regulated industries requiring strict air-gap protection, the series delivers a high-productivity experience within a compact, space-efficient form factor. It supports 5K visual clarity and features a combo connector for either DisplayPort or HDMI video connections, accommodating diverse professional setups with single or dual-display outputs. To further enhance security management, users can customize Port LED colors and name labels to represent different security levels, enabling rapid and accurate system identification.

Complementing the secure KVM product line, the ATEN DisplayPort KVMP™ Series redefines high-performance multitasking and desktop management. By integrating ultra-high resolutions up to 8K with rapid switching and ultra-smooth refresh rates—including 4K 144/240Hz and 5120 × 1440 @ 120/144/240Hz—it ensures fluid, uninterrupted performance across multiple systems. Specially designed for data-intensive roles such as financial analysis, CAD, and graphic design, the series empowers users with an expansive field of view by supporting up to four displays from a single keyboard and mouse set.

The final highlight of the award-winning product lineup is the ATEN Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch (CM1942), designed to streamline professional workflows by allowing a single dual-display console to control two DisplayPort computers. Featuring a versatile 2x2 matrix, ATEN CM1942 offers Single PC Mode for dual-monitor spanning and Dual PC Mode for simultaneous monitoring of both systems. With intuitive Boundless Switching technology and exceptional 4K audiovisual quality, ATEN CM1942 provides a high-performance, space-saving solution for effortless multitasking in data-intensive environments.

"ATEN’s 2026 Red Dot Award win reinforces our leadership in global design and our commitment to exceptional user experience and operational convenience" says Nicholas Lin, Senior Vice President of ATEN. "From AI-driven multitasking to mission-critical operations, ATEN leverages hardware-level physical isolation technology to meet the stringent Air-Gapped security requirements of sectors such as government, defense, and finance. By merging this uncompromised security with smart features like 'Hibernation via Hotkey' to reduce power consumption by 30%, we successfully align technical precision with ESG goals. Looking ahead, ATEN will continue to simplify complexity through innovative design, ensuring advanced technology harmonizes operational excellence with an intuitive user experience."

The Red Dot Award, established in 1955, is one of the most respected design competitions in the world. The award recognizes outstanding product design that is eco-friendly, functional, smart, or innovative.

Red Dot Design Award 2026 Winner- ATEN Desktop KVM Switch Series

PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Series

ü  PSD PP v4.0 Compliant: Complies with the latest NIAP PSD PP v4.0 (Protection Profile for Peripheral Sharing Device, Version 4.0) security requirements for maximum data protection.

ü  5K Combo Video Connectivity: Supports DisplayPort or HDMI interfaces through a single combo connector, delivering ultra-high video quality up to 5K @144Hz.*

ü  Compact & Durable Design: Features a compact form factor for space-efficient deployment and a rugged metal enclosure to ensure long-term reliability and durability.

ü  Customizable Identification: Features configurable Port LED colors and Port Name Labels for easy identification between systems of varying security classifications.

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•Supports video resolutions up to 5120 × 2880 @60Hz, 5120 × 2160 @60Hz, 5120 × 1440 @60Hz/120Hz/144Hz, and 3840 × 2160 @60Hz/120Hz/144Hz.

For more information about the ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Series, please visit the links below: ATEN PSD PP v4.0 Universal Secure KVM Series

DisplayPort KVMP™ Series

ü  8K Visuals & Rapid Switching: Experience stunning resolutions up to 8K* with lightning-fast transitions between systems, ensuring uninterrupted, pixel-perfect performance.

ü  Expansive Multi-Display Support: Manage up to four displays from a single console. This setup provides the massive screen real estate required for data-intensive tasks such as CAD, graphic design, and financial analysis.

ü  Clutter-Free Ergonomics: A refined, space-saving design that eliminates cable mess. Enjoy flexible control via front-panel pushbuttons, hotkeys, a wired remote selector, RS-232 commands, or mouse-wheel switching.

ü  Shared USB Peripherals: Effortlessly share high-speed peripherals—including printers, scanners, and external drives—between connected computers via integrated USB ports.

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•Supports video resolutions up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz, 5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz, 4096 x 2160 @ 240Hz. .

For more information about the ATEN DisplayPort KVMP™ Series, please visit the links below:

l   2-Port USB 3.0 8K DisplayPort Dual-Display KVMP™ Switch (CS1942DPA)

l   4-Port USB 3.0 8K DisplayPort Dual-Display KVMP™ Switch (CS1944DPA)

l   2-Port USB 3.0 8K DisplayPort KVMP™ Switch (CS1922A)

l   4-Port USB 3.0 8K DisplayPort KVMP™ Switch(CS1924A)

Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch (CM1942)

ü  Dual-View Control: Manage two DisplayPort computers and two USB 3.1 peripherals using a single USB/HDMI console (keyboard, mouse, and two monitors).

ü  Flexible Matrix Switching: Effortlessly manage a 2x2 computer/monitor setup with two distinct viewing modes:

n   Single PC Mode: Displays the active computer’s content across both monitors.

n   Dual PC Mode: Displays content from both computers simultaneously (one on each monitor), regardless of which PC currently has KVM focus.

ü  4K Audiovisual Quality: Delivers premium 4K resolution across dual HDMI displays for high-performance desktop operations.

ü  Boundless Switching: Switch control between computers instantly by simply moving your mouse cursor across the screen borders.

For more information about the ATEN Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch (CM1942), please visit the links below: 2-Port 4K DisplayPort Dual Display Mini-Matrix Boundless KVM Switch (CM1942)

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 600 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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