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October 5th, 2004, 02:11 PM
#1
kb/mouse/monitor switch
I need a switch that will switch my keyboard/mouse and monitor between two computers... any suggestions?
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October 5th, 2004, 02:18 PM
#2
you may want to try one of these, we use them here at work
http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatSecti...tion_Id=201725
you will have to pick ps/2 or usb
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October 5th, 2004, 02:48 PM
#3
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I bought a Belkin 4-port KVM.
When I was looking for KVM's, I chose to go with a 4-way switch, this added expandability- from time to time I need more than just two cpu's online at at time. After 4+ years of use, one of the ports stopped working, and I am down to three.
Most units have a hot-key combination that will allow switching with a couple of keystrokes vs. buttons on the unit itself.
High-end units also switch audio and can handle the usb devices.
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October 5th, 2004, 03:14 PM
#4
thanks that's kind of what I was looking for... not just a switch but experience with one...
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October 5th, 2004, 03:19 PM
#5
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I love using those KVM switches for the simple fact that you can save up on monitors and input devices and invest into a better quality one which all the PCs can share. Takes up less space too.
Ideal for a little test lab.
You can still access the BIOS with them and there are even models now which work over IP.
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October 5th, 2004, 04:43 PM
#6
Zonet has a nice 4 port one (ps/2 only) for about $41.00 with shipping at newegg.com
I have a couple and have been very happy with them-- they come WITH 4 SETS OF CABLES!
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October 5th, 2004, 10:05 PM
#7
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![Quote](images/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by Shard92
I need a switch that will switch my keyboard/mouse and monitor between two computers... any suggestions?
This is my personal favorite:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...1900&CatId=202
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October 5th, 2004, 10:16 PM
#8
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After I built a second computer for my roommate, I bought him one of those. He loves it!
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