Product Description
The two port MiniView Micro USB PLUS KVM switch from Iogear is the simplest way to simultaneously run and share audio among two computers with a single USB keyboard, monitor and USB mouse. This self-powered KVM switch features the unique USB sniffing technology for USB mouse and keyboard emulation to ensure smooth operation, as well as support for Plug-n-Play monitors and most wheel mice. The patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement technology provides rich, 32-bit color at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536. Another big plus is the MiniView's capability to provide audio support, it allows you to share your multimedia speakers among the two connected computers. This switch also offers multi-platform support; it's compatible with Windows and Mac computers as well as Sun Solaris workstations. Iogear delivered a huge breakthrough in KVM operation to Mac and Sun users by enabling functionality for the special keys on these systems. When using a PC keyboard, a special set of hot keys are designed to emulate the special keys on Mac and Sun machines. With 6 foot long KVM cables molded into the MiniView Micro USB PLUS, all you need to do is to plug it into your computers and you've got a complete KVM solution from Iogear. Supports special keys on Mac and Sun keyboards Port selection through convenient Hot Keys Plug-n-Play monitor support Support video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 No software required Built in AutoScan mode LEDs allow for easy status monitoring Cable Length - 6 feet (1.83 m) Audio - 2 x stereo speaker Keyboard & Mouse - 2 x USB Type A Monitor - 2 x HDB15 Male Mouse - 1 x USB Type A Audio - 1 x stereo speaker Monitor - 1 x HDB15 Female Keyboard - 1 x USB Type Requirements - Computers with a USB connection and HDDB15 VGA connection, Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS 8.6 or greater, Sun Solaris work station, Linux and UNIX, Audio (Only support 2-piece, powered speakers syst
Customer Reviews:
No problems!.......2007-09-18
I actually got this unit when I took back the model that had the switch button that sat on the desk. The switch did not work at all on the other model. I have had great success using a Microsoft wireless keyboard and mouse and Sony monitor for both my PC and MacPro tower. I have been using it for about 8 months now, and I have never had a problem yet. I saw some comments about wireless not being supported, but I have had no issues with that at all. Now I just need to figure a way to connect my printer to both. It did take some time to program the keyboard to use the control key (Microsoft keyboard) to switch between computers, but it was so worth it.
I have finally figured out the speaker set up for the Mac side, and am even happier than before. Once I made the adjustments under System Preferences>Speakers, and updated the audio output options, it is working great! So, for anyone having audio issues, be sure to check your Mac settings. The subwoofer works awesome, and the sound output is even better than with the PC.
It saved me having to buy new speakers for my Mac, AND the audio output for computer speech still works so the computer still announces the time with the music playing. This may not be a big issue for some, but when you are on a deadline it is great. It may annoy some, but then you can always shut the time announcement off.
Anyway, I have found nothing wrong with this unit yet. I hope it keeps working so well as long as we are a multi-computer home! Highly recommend.
Fits my Bill.......2007-09-17
I was a bit concerned to read reviews about the audio issues other reviewers wrote on this product.
I have a logitech wireless keyboard and mouse connected to the switch and the two computers are WinXP SP2 systems.
So far, I have not once seen trouble with audio or video while using this switch.
Highly recommend this to any one.
Works great .......2007-09-17
I'm a gamer and I need to switch back and forth between computers constantly.
When I first set up this switch I had all kinds of problems. I didn't take the time to read the directions so everything went crazy on me. After a quick read it was all working fine.
The default hot keys are well placed and simple to use. I use a Logitech G15 keyboard and G5 gaming mouse and I have not had any problems with either. I reassigned the hot keys to one of the extra buttons on the G15 and haven't had any problems.
Now I just need to upgrade to a 4 port switch :).
works with some keyboards.......2007-09-15
Easy to set up, easy to operate.
The multi-media keys work on my setup, however, music on one machine does not switch when going between machines, you get the sound on the current machine.
I had one problem during installation. I had to unplug the USB on one PC & re-plug in order for Windows to recognize the mouse. I originally had a PS/2 mouse on that PC.
Update to review: I upgraded the original Dell keyboard to a plain Unicomp keyboard. The IOgear KVM switch does not work with the new Unicomp keyboard, doesn't recognize it at all. I'd rate this one or two stars, not four as I originally reviewed.
Docking Station substitute.......2007-09-14
Bought it to share my keyboard and mouse between my PC and Laptop. One USB plug into the laptop allows me to control it using the same keyboard and mouse as for my PC. Just push the scroll lock button twice to switch control between computers. Can share the monitor as well, which is great if you want to use both at the same time. Just plug in the power, and it replaces a docking station at a fraction of the cost.
Product Description
The 2-Port USB Audio KVM Switch lets you control multimedia PCs with just one keyboard, monitor, mouse, microphone, and a set of speakers. The KVM switch not only allows you to share your monitor, keyboard and mouse but you can also share microphone and speakers. With just a simple press of a button, this KVM switch eliminates the hassle of cable swapping and switching between 2 PCs. With it's Hot-Plug, Auto-Scan and Hot-Key operating features, the TK-209K is the perfect choice for managing 2 PCs.
Customer Reviews:
Simple, slightly ugly cabling, yet works perfectly.......2007-09-14
I also own an expensive Belkin 4-computer model (USB w/audio), but this one actually works better. The Belkin one breaks my multi-function KB, as well as preventing my monitor from sleeping. The TrendNET one works perfectly on both counts, I can switch from my PC to my Mac using ScrollLock+ScrollLock, and it includes the cables. (The cabling weighs about 10X the actual KVM ;-)
One small warning - a Mac cannot use the ScrollLock+ScrollLock keystroke to switch between inputs, so you have to be able to reach the physical buttons.
My only complaints are minor. One is that the cables come off of all 4 sides (which I knew from the pictures), making it very difficult to look nice. You might need some cable ties.
The other complaint is that all of the cables in included are proprietary on the KVM-side - you cannot replace them with your own cables or longer ones. Even the audio cables use a mini-USB connector instead of miniplugs (why?), and the video AND USB ports come off of the VGA connectors! However, this doesn't prevent it from working, but may be a problem if your computers are very far apart, since you'll need 4 different extension cables.
Overall, I really like the product: it works well, doesn't require additional power, and includes all of the cabling.
Great value KVM.......2007-09-02
Takes a few seconds to switch, whether via short-cut keys or buttons on the unit, and one of my computers won't boot unless it is the active one (no keyboard mouse detected), but this little unit does a great job for its price-range, fits neatly on my desk, and meets all my expectations thus far.
great kvm switch.......2007-08-14
Product being used on two Dell Vista machines. Works very well in the usb mode. Hot key changing works fine. buttons can be used to change computers. Convenient when needed. Over All an excellent buy for the money.
Very easy and it works .......2007-08-04
This KVM switch works great, i have it attached to a Windows Xp and a Windows Vista machine and it works without any problems, the software is pretty simple to setup and you can configurate the hot keys pretty easily. The only issue that I had is that the 4ft cords were a little small for my needs. The switch itself is very small and compact. Its nice to have it work right off the bat. I threw my Flip button away.
Works great!.......2007-07-20
It does works great, i have it attached to a Windows 2003 Server and a Windows Vista machine and it works without problems, the software is pretty simple to setup and you can configurate the hot keys (but holding always the Ctrl+Alt combination, you only can set the last key of this three key combination).
Product Description
Avocent SwitchView DVI KVM switch easily manage up to four USB DVI computers from a single USB keyboard, mouse and DVI monitor. With video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, the SwitchView DVI delivers crisp images for today's high-end displays. Audio and microphone support are added benefits for today's demanding user. The SwitchView DVI switch also features a sleek design that makes it a compact and versatile solution for the small office and home office desktop.
Customer Reviews:
Doesn't support VGA.......2007-08-27
Product is great with newer computers, but it's features are completely misleading when it comes to older computers with only a VGA video port. Apparently, it only supports DVI-i, rather than DVI-d. DVI-d has the ability to use that dvi-to-vga adapter, whereas DVI-i only supports digital. When trying to hook in an older computer, this switch becomes absolutely useless.
Avocent Switchview DVI.......2007-08-12
I needed a DVI switch that would allow me to share a single DVI based flat panel display. The Avocent switchviewDVI seems to work well with PC's and Macs.
I would have given it a 5 star rating, but it some times will get a little twitchy if one of the computers changes to a sleep mode. Usually all you have to do is press an alternate computer's switch, and then back to the original one and things seem to clear up immediately. Other than that it has been very stable. It also allows me to use one set of computer speakers which really helps alot. However, I do have to mention that you will have to buy some DVI cables and stereo audio cables since no cables are included with this switch.
doesn't work with Thinkpad Advanced Dock.......2007-07-31
i hooked up one 1600x1200 LCD to 2 computers: a desktop with nvidia 6150 integrated graphics and a laptop (lenovo T60p in a Thinkpad Advanced Dock). the desktop worked fine, the laptop could not detect the presence of the monitor, so it displayed a blank screen. a gefen switch works fine in the same situation.
hates sleeping computers.......2007-03-24
This switch works pretty well until one of your computers goes to sleep or the display sleeps, then you have to power cycle the switch to get it to display anything after waking up the computer or display.
Same problem occurs when you just turn on the computer.
Windows is especially bad about thinking it has no display if you boot Windows when it is not the selected computer.
If your computer never sleeps and never sleeps the display, then the switch works fine. Otherwise look for something else.
Barely Adequate.......2007-01-11
It does the job. But ....
Major peeve:
If you are not switched to the graphics card until the boot completes, the screen stays blank.
It does not appear to isolate the computer from the peripherals. You must have a keyboard / mouse attached. A "stupid" emulation until a real device is attached would be more useful.
Minor peeve.
You can only move the USB and Audio connections by moving "syncing" the audio and/or the usb to the keyboard and monitor. You cannot shift them independently.
Don't bother buying the avocent cable. It isn't a single unified cable, it is three seperate cables.
Average customer rating:
- So BAAAAD!
- very quick death
- Standby doesn't work
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Belkin F1DF102U Flip 2-Port KVM Switch (USB Connection)
Manufacturer: Belkin Components
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ASIN: B000FBXV3C
Release Date: 2006-04-07 |
Product Description
Laptops offer a great way to work - and play - almost anywhere. But sometimes you just don't feel like sitting in front of a tiny display and cramped keyboard.Thanks to Flip, you can now use your big monitor and full-sized keyboard for both your laptop and desktop computer.
Customer Reviews:
So BAAAAD!.......2007-02-22
Could not be worse. I hate it. I use it flip 6 months. Also I use it only because at office of another is not available. That it has earned every times is necessary to climb under a desk, to take out all 2 USB a connector and to insert them back. It kills my second computer. When it happens the manager is compelled will not only replace it but also to buy a new computer.
If you like to climb often under a desk - buy not reflecting!
very quick death.......2006-10-05
It loks very nice,BUT it was dead 48 h. after I connected it to comps.
Standby doesn't work.......2006-07-14
This product works okay except if the computer trys to put the monitor in standby, it doesn't work. I am returning the product.
Product Description
Package Contents: Remote, base with cables, optional fastener strip, user guide
The Belkin Flip Plus Audio 2-Port KVM Switch offer you a great way to work and play on your laptop, almost anywhere. Sometimes you just don't feel like sitting in front of a tiny display and cramped keyboard. Instead of dealing with that, just click and flip. Just place the remote anywhere on your desk and press to flip your monitor from one computer to the next. Now use your big monitor and full-sized keyboard for both your laptop and desktop computer. It's also great for connecting your old and new desktop computers -- giving you instant access to files, programs, and games on both computers. Simple to install -- just 3 easy steps, with no software required USB
Customer Reviews:
Severe suckage!.......2007-09-09
Bought this to use with my Mac Mini PPC and my new Mac Mini Intel. Seemed to work at first, but then refused to recognize either the keyboard or mouse. (Macally and Kensington). Took it back and exchanged it for the IOGEAR GCS632U, which works perfectly. Instead of an unreliable external switch button, it uses a hot key.
Beware of Belkin!
LM
Cambridge MA
Just a bit quirky.......2007-09-04
The switch is just a bit quirky. It did not work well with the Dell monitor I have, but I got around that by hooking up the laptop to the monitor via VGA and a desktop to the monitor via DVI. The other interesting thing is that the switch has a color to represent which computer you are selecting. That gets out of whack if you don't boot the computers up in a certain order. Which mean the sound gets out of sync of the mouse and keyboard. So I have the desktop hooked up to speakers and the laptop sound just via internal specker. So all I am truly using the device for is to switch keyboard and mouse. Sound and video are not going through the switch as designed. If you plan to buy, I recommend getting the one without sound. The video might be OK with a monitor other than the Dell 19 Ultrasharp I have. It is still a cheap solution
Buyer Beware.......2007-06-28
Purchased one in October, it worked very well 95% of the time as long as I didn't want sound with both computers (sound never switched over) until June when the button stopped working. Also found the wiring very difficult to work with since the hub is between the computers and the button.
Works well with wireless devices.......2007-06-02
this works well with a logitech wireless set i have, though the mouse is ps2 and connects directly to one machine. i have a logitech wireless usb trackball on the other usb port, and both the keyboard and trackball respond after switching the kvm, though a 5ish-second delay is required.
the audio is relayed properly as well, though i haven't done any audio-quality comparisons.
once in a while, the unit will automatically switch to the other kvm set if only one machine is powered up. i'd be watching a movie from a laptop and it'd switch 3 times every 10 minutes, and would go away, but its annoying when my butt is adhered to my bed.
i'm running a dell e1705 laptop and an older white box with a radeon AIW 8500 to a sony 46s2010 lcd tv, and would definitely buy this again with the small problems, versus buying another set and risk gaining either a perfect situation or a very problematic one. and i do like the little flip instead of the whole unit sitting atop my desk.
sore head.......2007-05-10
Don't get this unless you intend to spend considerable time under your desk... Mine works for up to two days at a time, whereupon I must climb under my desk to un and re-plug the USB ports in both computers to reactivate it. Watch your head getting back up, and expect to do this several times a week. Also, sound won't always shift with computers, so you'll get the sound from one computer with the KVM of the other.
Product Description
Avocent SwitchView DVI 2-port KVM switch easily manages two USB DVI computers from a single USB keyboard, mouse and DVI monitor. With video resolutions up to 1600x1200, the SwitchView DVI delivers crisp images for today's high-end displays. Audio and microphone support are added benefits for today's demanding user. An integrated USB hub and sleek design makes it a compact and versatile solution for the small office and home office desktop.
Customer Reviews:
The damn thing just works!.......2007-06-13
I recently purchased this KVM to replace the AddLogix KVM, I'd been using for about a year. I had nothing but problems with the old KVM and decided it wasn't worth the aggravation. So, I bought the Avocent switchview DVI. I'm running two identicle Dell Dimension 8400's with all the bells and whistles with a Dell 24" monitor with the resolution set at max.(1920 X 1200). I see no degradation with the Avocent KVM even though their specs say they only support a lower max. resolution. What a pleasant suprise! The only thing I had to do was sync each computer to the Avocent, which is no more than letting my computers on #1 and #2 re-install the usb drivers for all of my devices, and with a 7 port USB hub plugged in, it took a while. Once that was done, I was up and running. I haven't tried any of the hot keys, as I don't see a need for them in my case. The KVM switch is only 16" from my hand, nice touch though. All in all, bottom line, the damn thing just works! It does what it's supposed to do, and a little more.
Works great (with workaround).......2007-05-02
First switch was defective. As soon as I completed the on-line return forms, Amazon immediately shipped out a replacement. In diagnosing the first defective switch, took avocent tech support a day and half to return my call.
The replacement switch works great. Drives my 24" monitor at 1920x1200. My microsoft wireless laser mouse 5000 was not supported, but when hooked to the switch's USB hub, I have full functionality of Intellipoint on both PCs.
Be carefull if you order the avocent cable kit. I was not aware that there are two DVI cable formats, a DVI-D and a DVI-I. A DVI-I port will accept both cables. A DVI-D port will NOT accept a DVI-I cable. This switch will accept either formats.
Fast switching. No hangs. Will save me a ton of time. Make sure to check Avocent's web site for firmware updates.
works so so, kinda wonky.......2007-01-12
I have an unusual setup:
I have a g4 laptop and a dell tower, both hooked up to 2 evoluent vertical mice (one left handed, one right handed), a microsoft ergo keyboard 4000, and a wacom intuous 3.
The tablet simply does not work when connected through the kvm. One of the mice consistently dies when connected through input 1. Periodically, the other mouse will die and the dead one will revive when switching. un plugging and re plugging brings them back.
My mac can't recognise the microsoft keyboard through input 1, even though there is a driver installed for it, and it recognizes it when it is directly connected.
Ocaisionally, the screen corrupts, switching back and forth fixes it...
If you have a fancy setup like mine with lots of sensitive input devices, splurge for something a little nicer.
pricey, but worth the extra $.......2006-03-22
This is a great switch, clear quality, no interference, analog as well as digital audio.
Drawbacks:
dosen't include cables aside from power so you have to fork over more dough for those as well.
Otherwise i'm happy with it. save a ton of desk space too!
Quality switch that works well.......2006-03-21
This switch was my third try to find a DVI + USB KVM switch that worked. This was the charm. I use this with a Dell 2001FP running 1600x1200, with a laptop and desktop running ATI chipsets. Out of the box this switch worked quite well. Build quality is very good, if a bit bulky.
I did notice one problem with something, which I eventually traced. If the desktop PC went into monitor powersave mode, while switched to the laptop, the screen would lose sync. Disabling the powersaving on the PC solved the problem. Avocent tech support was helpful in logging the report. I got a live person to talk to!
The best feature is the keyboard hotkey switching. It allows you to place the switch just about anywhere and use the keyboard. The KVM has several extra USB 2.0 ports that can be statically assigned or switched. A good product that has really worked for me. I would recommend this for someone with a high rez DVI monitor that wants the quality of a digital input.
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2 Port Port AUTHORITY2 VGA USB and PS2 KVM with Cables
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TRIPP LITE ISOTEL6ULTRA 6 Out Surge with phone 2850JU
Product Features:
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- PORT AUTHORITY2 2-PORT VGA/USB and PS/2 KVM SWITCH with CABLES
ASIN: B000ESLEBC |
Product Description
The TruLink 2-Port USB and PS/2 KVM Switch offers a quick and easy way to eliminate clutter from your desktop. It can control two computers with just one keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor. Connect the switch to your computers via USB and VGA by using the included cables. The three downstream USB ports can be used to share USB peripherals and your USB mouse and keyboard. Or, connect your keyboard and mouse by using the PS/2 ports and use all three downstream USB ports for peripherals. Three types of switching (push button, hot keys, and on-screen-display) enable switch operation in the most effective way for your application.
Customer Reviews:
Very Good Product.......2007-07-27
This was very easy to hook up & use. Flips back & force between 2 boxes and one monitor & mouse. Does not lose the mouse or keyboard when changing from one box to the next.
Average customer rating:
- Unreliable wireless unit, keyboard input issues
- Horrible!
- Wireless bad idea for a KVM
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Belkin Flip Wireless 2 Port KVM USB; Audio; with rf Remote
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Belkin F1DG102U Flip 2-Port KVM Switch with Audio Support (USB Connection)
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TRIPP LITE ISOTEL6ULTRA 6 Out Surge with phone 2850JU
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Cyberpower CPS1500AVR - 1500VA/950W AVR 6-Outlet RJ11/RJ45 2U Rack/Tower EMI/RFI USB/Serial
Product Features:
- Package Contents - Wireless Remote, Base with cables, Optional fastener strip, User guide
- Connects instantly to notebook computers
- Supports notebook and desktop computers
- Features a 2-color LED that indicates which computer Flip is accessing
- Installs in 3 easy steps with no software required
ASIN: B000FTHLE4 |
Product Description
Laptops offer a great way to work and play almost anywhere. Thanks to Flip, you can now use your big monitor and full-sized keyboard for both your laptop and desktop computer. It's simple. Just place the remote anywhere on your desk and press to flip your monitor from one computer to the next. Flip is also great for connecting your old and new desktop computers, giving you instant access to files, programs, and games on both computers. Comes with a Belkin 3-Year Warranty Computers Supported - 2 Maximum Resolution - Support Up to 2048x1536 at 65Hz Keyboard & Input - PS/2 Stereo Audio Input - 3.5mm jack System Requirements - Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, XP, 2003, Linux Base-Cable Lengths - 2 feet, 6 feet (0.6m, 1.8m) Remote Dimensions - 1.5 x 0.5 inch (38 x 13mm) Base Dimensions - 4.0 x 1.0 x 3.75 inch (102 x 25 x 95mm) Remote Weight - 1 ounces (28.35 grams) Base Weight - 13 ounces (368.5 grams)
Customer Reviews:
Unreliable wireless unit, keyboard input issues.......2007-05-02
It's junk. Don't buy it.
I haven't had the problem others have seen, where it switches between computers at random times. I've seen other failure modes:
1) The remote switch sometimes stops working, and will not recover until I unplug the video/USB/audio cables from the triangular main body of the unit. At a guess, it's getting power from one or the other of the USB connections and I'm power-cycling it by disconnecting and reconnecting the cables. I've been able to get the same effect by disconnecting both of the USB cables from the computers, but that's even less convenient.
2) I periodically lose keyboard input for a second or so. I'll be typing, and half a dozen characters will be lost. Then it rights itself. I'm using a PS/2 keyboard with a USB adapter, and I haven't tested that without the KVM, so it's possible that the KVM isn't the problem there.
Horrible!.......2006-08-02
Let me start by saying I very rarely post negative reviews. But my experience with the wireless flip usb kvm was so bad, I just wanted to prevent someone from making the mistake I did. I decided to get a USB kvm when my old ps/2 ergnomic keyboard died(first time I've actually managed to kill a keyboard) and I had a very hard time finding another ps/2 ergo keyboard locally. I couldn't just use an adapter because my mouse already uses one, and there wasn't room for two adapters side by side on my old belkin omni kvm. So I decided to bite the bullet and get a usb kvm.
I researched online and went to a couple of bricks and mortars to see what was available. I was pleasantly suprised by the prices, not having shopped for a kvm in 5 years. I read the reviews on the wired Flip, and went to Circuit City and saw this wireless version. I brought it home, and it didn't go more than a few minutes without flipping over without me pushing the button. Sometimes it flipped back and forth 5 or 6 times in a minute. This of course makes it utterly useless. I kept it on for an hour or two and even sat on hold on Belkin's support like for 15 minutes or so before giving up. I returned it and bought a different one (Belkin F1DL102U with no wireless option), and it is working fine. We're techies over here, and have run into wireless interaction issues before - I suspect that our wireless network or one of our neighbors' wireless networks was causing the interference. Anyway, don't buy this unless you have only the two computers, no wireless network, no cordless phones, and live at least 1/2 mile from anyone who uses any of these devices!
Wireless bad idea for a KVM.......2006-07-17
This product has refused to work properly - it goes through bouts of switching on its own. I've tried different combinations of pc's, keyboards and mice - same issue.
Belkin ignored my email, but their telephone support was easy to reach. There solution - ship out another unit, dinging my credit card until they receive "defective" unit. Chances of getting my original $ back: none.
Bottom line is I think that the unit is too susceptible to RF interference to be used in any office with more than 2 pcs.
Product Description
Customers' satisfaction is Zonet's commitment. With Zonet's insistence on high quality, competitive pricing, and technical support as priorities, the company's products earn immediate recognition.PRODUCT FEATURES: USB 2.0 Specification compliant; Support EHCI, UHCI, OHCI USB interface; PS/2 console works with Win98/98SE/ME/2000/XP, WinNT, HP UNIX, Linux, Sun Solaris, MAC O.S 8.6 or later version; USB KVM switch is embedded with USB device ports for computers to share different USB peripherals; Manage multiple PCs, G3/G4 MACs, iMACs, SUN Microsystems from one PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and VGA Monitor; Legancy Control: PS/2 Style Keyboard and PS/2 Style Mouse control all PCs and real time switch PCs without Hub; Auto scan mode for monitoring all PCs; LED display for easy status monitoring; Use push button or hot key control for easy computer selection; Plug N Play, No Windows software driver needed for PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse operation; High VGA resolution 2048X1536 and High bandwidth 400MHz; Support VGA DDC, DDC2, DDC2B.
Customer Reviews:
great kvm.......2006-11-20
This product did everything it said it would and well. It was simple to set up, with no drivers or anything else to install. I used a Logitech wireless mouse and keyboard combo connected to a windows pc and a linux box.
Product Description
This Switch provides an affordable KVM solution that saves workspace while giving you control of two USB computers from one console. Its compact design - with 8-foot, built-in cabling - saves you time on installation, space on your desktop, and money you don't have to spend on cables and peripherals. The Switch includes such features as audio and mic support, a manual port selector and software that makes switching ports easy. The unit supports high-quality video resolution of up to 2048x1536 through built-in, Belkin coaxial VGA cabling.
Customer Reviews:
Great value for the money paid.......2007-01-03
I think this is a very nice switch box, when configuring computers this is a must.
Works ok after some fiddling.......2006-12-19
Initial installation worked fine, both mouse and display were switched w/o any problem, but my Compaq Desktop keyboard was not recognized by my laptop after switching. Upgrading the laptop BIOS and installing correct keyboard drivers fixed this issue.
It's strange that the product documentation does not contain information about hot key support: pressing Scroll Lock 4 times in a row will switch - an important undocumented feature. Thanks to "JustMe" for pointing this out!
The other thing I don't like is the Audio support cables: If I plugin the USB cable into the back of my laptop docking station, the audio cables are not long enough to reach the front, where audio ports are located. Fortunately, audio support is only a minor requirement for me.
Switching time for me is about 3 seconds, which is kind of what I expected to get.
Overall, 3 stars ...
Works Fine For Me..........2006-12-11
I have mine hooked up using only one of the usb ports for my Microsoft Wireless Desktop (Wireless Comfort Keboard 1.0A & Wireless Optical Mouse 2.0).
I use it to switch from my Dell Dimension Desktop to my HP TC1100 Tablet in a Docking Station that I use spanning both monitors.
Audio & Monitor switching works fine using the hardware switch or the software switch. USB 1.0 fine for keyboard & mouse.
Does everything I expected, using my wireless keyboard & mouse!
Typical Belkin Junk.......2006-08-07
I wasted a couple hours of life on this JUNK.
Decides for itself when you want to change inputs.
If you push the button, 50% of time it fails to correctly hold new signal after user button press, swapping you back to other machine. The other half of the time it never finds the new signal and swaps you back to the first machine.
Junk - Continuously auto-switches........2006-07-28
This is an absolute P.O.S.
As someopne else said, it auto-switches everytime you reboot a machine, and apparently any other time the O/S or BIOS decides to re-initialise the USB ports. What it does is switch back over to the other input when you reboot the machine you're working on.
Even worse than that... it won't stay selected on a machine if that machine hasn't initialised its USB ports properly, e.g.:
I am working on a dead machine here which hasn't managed to get its USB drivers up and running properly yet (it's midway through the XP repair/setup), so I'm only running video through the KVM and have a ps/2 keyboard attached to the machine. This would be fine if it wasn't for the fact that after about 5 seconds this junk KVM decides to switch back to my main machine. I do have the KVM's USB cable (for mouse/keyboard) plugged into the machine as well, but until XP setup installs the USB drivers and 'connects', this thing will continue to keep switching away from the machine I'm working on.
I had much better luck just using an extra keyboard/mouse and the input-selector on my Monitor.
100% JUNK.
If you aren't rebooting computers regularly, and you can put up with the above, then there is the other problem of the delay. As another writer said, there is a delay of around 5 seconds when you switch. This is because the device basically performs a USB connect / disconnect. This means you also get the "dum daa" USB noise (the sound that Windows XP makes whenever you plug-in a USB device). The only thing is, you get it twice. Once for the 'virtual' mouse and once for the 'virtual' keyboard.
Pressing the select button on the top isn't exactly responsive either. Sometimes you have to press a few times, or give up and wait 10 seconds and try again. Or unplug the damn thing from all USB ports and try again. Or just unplug it and throw it away.
I suppose it has to be 1 star. There's no option for zero-stars.
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