Belkin F1DK102U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables

Average customer rating:

Works for me.

Does not work well

Waste of money!

Good company misusing its reputation

so far so good...could use 1 more feature (see review)

Belkin F1DK102U 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables

Manufacturer: Belkin Components
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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TRIPP LITE ISOTEL6ULTRA 6 Out Surge with phone 2850JU

Cyberpower CPS1500AVR - 1500VA/950W AVR 6-Outlet RJ11/RJ45 2U Rack/Tower EMI/RFI USB/Serial

Product Features:

Provides control of 2 computers using 1 monitor, mouse, and keyboard

Supports standard and MultiSync monitors with 2,048 x 1,536 maximum resolution

Convenient software switching for Windows computers

Also supports Mac hardware

Easy to use; 3-year limited warranty

ASIN: B0001JXAQ6

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 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:

Works for me........2007-02-05

I have one of these at work and one at home. Both are about 2 months old and both function as advertised. One PC video is set at 1600x1200 and the other at 1280x1024. Both produce good images through the switch.
ISSUE #1: When rebooting one PC the switch may get "lost" and must be unplugged and reconnected. It then works ok.
ISSUE #2: There is no keyboard or "hotkey" switching. This is a minus but the software switch does work correctly.
ISSUE #3: There is a delay of 3-4 seconds after switching before the mouse and keyboard are re-enabled.
ISSUE #4: The USB connector for the switched PC is on a fairly short wire. The distance between the video connector and USB connector may be an issue.
EQUIPMENT: Desktops, Toshiba Notebook. WindowsXP, Windows 2003 Server. MS 4000 Ergo Keyboard, MS 3000 Comfort Optical Mouse, MS Wireless Mouse.

Does not work well.......2006-07-24

I bought this product to switch between two PC's. Since both use USB. Did not work well, a few times I had to unplug it and get manually plug up one of the computers just to save my work. I am now using a linksys KVM and so far so good.

Waste of money!.......2006-05-02

This piece is a total waste of money.

1. No hot keys
2. USB mouse and USB Keyboard freeze more often than not !
3. Monitor freeze occasionally

I am not sure why Belkin makes such products and puts its reputation at stake.

Good company misusing its reputation.......2006-03-08

I developed hardware for an international company and I know the value of a Design Verification Test. It looks like the SOHO KVM was conceived by a desk jockey, thrown together and shipped with the thought of "let's try our luck". Sometimes you get lucky. Not this time. I have to add this KVM to my list of great disappointments and considering I use Belkin HW for my WLAN I am amazed that they ship such junk to the marketplace.
I had the Belkin "simple" version of KVM w/cables attached and it failed after one year - kept switching all by itself. Without problem, Belkin admitted to a design error, gave me an RMA and shipped me the "better" SOHO KVM. At first I was honestly impressed until I tried to hook it up. Why anyone would design such a device with non-standard VGA hookup is amazing to me. So you have to buy two cables on top. It looks like they OEMed the power supply and bought one with a 90-degree output plug. How dumb is that? It blocks the "device 1" USB socket. And trying to place the cable cover on this thing is a battle that tests your patience.
Some weeks later it failed - lost contact with KB and Mouse, beeped like a smoke detector and then would not switch at all to CPU2. Belkin sent me two WWW links - one for a flash and one for the flashing application. I did this and still it is stuck on "1" so I guess I'll get an RMA and another pass through the loop.
Had I known before about the history of this thing I would have gone for the IOGEAR device. My advice is don't buy such HW from Belkin - they just haven't done their homework. To Belkin I send my advice to design it, test it and then send it out to a few trusted souls in the field to stress it - going direct from lab to shipping dock doesn't work.

so far so good...could use 1 more feature (see review).......2006-02-28

Bought it about 1 month ago. I've had no problems with it at all.

the reasons it doesn't get 5 stars are as follows:

1. the online documentation is contradictory (1 part says that it won't work with Linux OSs and another part says that it will). This required me to call Belkin tech support to verify that it does indeed support linux.

2. there is another version of this device (I believe for ps2 connections) that has a keyboard shortcut for switching between machines. This particular version (USB) does not have that feature. It would have been nice to have.

2-Port Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) Switch with Built-In Audio/USB Cabling

Average customer rating:

2-Port Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) Switch with Built-In Audio/USB Cabling

Manufacturer: BELKIN COMPONENTS
ProductGroup: Office Product
Binding: Office Product

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Product Description

Two-Port KVM (Keyboard/Video/Mouse) Switch with Built-In Audio and USB Cables
Save workspace while controlling two computers from a single console. Draws power from keyboard, eliminating need for a power supply. 8-ft. VGA coaxial cabling supplied. "Hot key" function lets you switch ports easily through simple keyboard commands. Supports video resolution up to 2048 x 1536. Manufacturer's three-year warranty.
USB

Average customer rating:

Excellent accessory for the roaming laptop

Konexx Office Konnector - Connect Mdm To Digital Phone Desktop Model

Manufacturer: KONEXX (UNLIMITED SYS CORP INC)
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Connects directly to the telephone handset jack

4-position switch enables V.90 operation with almost all brands of telephones

Maintains normal voice telephone operation when the modem is on hook

Compatible with virtually all modular telephones and computer fax/modems

Requires telephone with modular handset

ASIN: B0000511WC

Product Description

Full analog connectivity over digital phones in the office environment for equipment such as computer modems and fax machines. This handset-interface unit is compatible with virtually all digital phone systems and modems.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent accessory for the roaming laptop.......2000-12-04

The konnector simply allows your laptop to dial into a digital phone line. It is very simple to use. If you need to connect to the internet while in an office, this is a must have.

Product Description

Take as many photos as you want with Mobile Mini Compact Flash Cards from EP Memory. Your digital images will be stored quickly and securely with EP Memory's rugged solid state design. You won't miss a chance to capture all of your photo opportunities since these Compact Flash cards use the latest high speed transfer rate technology.These cards can be written to, erased and reused thousands of times without loss of quality. Mobile Mini Compact Flash Cards use the standard Compact Flash slot on all compatible digital cameras, MP3 players, laptop computers, PDA's and digital voice recorders.

Average customer rating:

Amazed Customer

Decent item, but caveat emptor

MaxTech PD-910 Palm-Size PC

Manufacturer: MaxTech
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Targus PA870U Universal Wireless Keyboard

Product Features:

High-resolution backlit LCD touch screen with stylus

8 MB RAM

Infrared transceiver

Voice recording and playback

What's in the box: MaxTech PD-910, Rechargeable Battery, Backup Battery, Mini Dock with Built-in Internal Battery Charger, Synchronization Cable, Padded case, User Manual, Software CD ROM

ASIN: B00000J1AA

Product Description

All PD-900 models utilize the Microsoft Windows CE operating system. PD-900's are manufactured with a pocket-sized form factor, a high resolution touch panel LCD display, and easy navigational buttons. All this, combined with user-friendly I/O features, make the PD-900 models powerful tools. This tool has the ability to gain quick one-handed access to data sources via pen input, RS-232, IrDA serial interface and compact flash card slot options. Gain instant access to business contacts, phone numbers, schedules, e-mail, the Internet and much more! The size and power of these portable tools, topped off with the familiar Windows interface, makes it an ideal replacement for notebook computers.

Amazon.com Product Description

Introducing the new PD-900 Series of Palm-size PC's from Maxtech! All PD-900 models utilize the Microsoft CE operating system. PD-900's are manufactured with a pocket-sized form factor, a high resolution touch panel LCD display, and easy navigational buttons. All this, combined with user-friendly I/O features, make the PD-900 models powerful tools. This tool has the ability to gain quick one-handed access to data sources via pen input, RS-232, IrDA serial interface and compact flash card slot options. Gain instant access to business contacts, phone numbers, schedules, e-mail, the Internet and much more! The size and power of these portable tools, topped off with the familiar Windows interface, makes it an ideal replacement for notebook computers.

What's in the box

MaxTech PD-910
AAA Rechargeable Battery Pack
CR2032 Backup Battery
Mini Dock with Built-in Internal Battery Charger
Synchronization Cable
Padded case
User Manual
Companion Software CD ROM

Customer Reviews:

Amazed Customer.......2001-03-06

I got this item for Christmas and I was totally amazed!!! It is great for anyone who is into organizing!!! I Love it and would recommend it to anyone!!!

Decent item, but caveat emptor.......2000-03-29

The Maxtech-910 is a nice little PPC, but take it for what it is and nothing more.

Maxtech went out of business on 4/1/00, so the warranty is worth about as much as the paper it's printed on. Needless to say, forget about tech support either. I had a question and a very bitter and surly, soon to be unemployed person responded.

The unit functions well and I've had no problems with it over the last 24 hours or so that I've owned it...only time will tell. No problem running any of the software that I've downloaded.

The contrast could be better and the backlight only helps in some situations...in others it actually makes it worse.

As a cheaper alternative to the more costly CE based devices, it probably serves alright. I'm certainly less inclined to worry about it getting heisted. The OS is generic (all of the CE's run on the same thing), so it might be a good way to decide if CE is right for you.

I prefer CE to palm, but others seem to feel just the opposite.

I'm a little disappointed in Amazon for not being a little more honest and coming right out and saying that the company was no longer in business. I probably wouldn't have bought this exact item, had I known that.

Product Description

With breakthrough plasma display technology, OptomaTV plasma television delivers unparalleled clarity, contrast, and color. Image quality is further enhanced with pure digital signal processing from source to screen, 1366 X 768 progressive scan resolution, and native 16:9 widescreen format which eliminates image distortion.PRODUCT FEATURES:Ultra slim 50-inch High Definition plasma TV;HDTV-ready at native 16:9 format for 480p, 1080i and 720p signals;Multiple connectors (DVI-D, Component Video, Composite, S-Video, RF, VGA/YPbPr);DVI-HDCP connector ensures compatibility with future digital devices;Multi display formats for flexible resizing and display;Picture-in-Picture/Picture-on-Picture (PIP/POP).

Amazon.com Product Description

Enjoy the optimal high definiation television experience with the 50-inch Optoma PD50 widescreen plasma TV, which features a very thin profile of just 3.9 inches. It can be wall mounted, or used with an optional pedestal stand from Optoma. It has a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio for watching movies in the format they were made to be watched and a 1366 x 768-pixel resolution. It offers a built-in 181-channel NTSC tuner and it's capable of displaying high definition TV signals with an optional receiver (480i, 480p, 1080i, 720p). The DVI and component jacks make it simple to get the most out of your entire home theater system. You can also use it as a PC monitor.

This set features individual picture adjustment memory for each input source, nine display formats for flexible re-sizing and display, and an intuitive Onscreen Display design for easy operation. It also offers a 3000:1 contrast ratio and 400 nits brightness rating. It has the following video connections:

Composite AV In (RCA): 1
S-Video In: 1
Component Video In: 1
DVI In: 1
HDMI In: xxx
RF In: 1
VGA (D-Sub 15-pin): 1

What's in the Box
Plasma TV, remote control, batteries, D-Sub to component cable, power cord, mini stereo to RCA cable, printed instructions

Customer Reviews:

optoma pdp50 is stunning........2007-07-25

I bought a optoma pdp50 2 years ago and is the best maintenance free tv i have ever owned....Piture is so clear and beautiful it leaves you stunned.
Hi Def is clear,cool its the best hdtv money can buy......If you can't aford a Runco tv ....try a Optoma.

Optoma Buyer Beware.......2006-02-23

I was excited to get this plasma only to realize when I hooked it up that the colors were totally off when viewing HD channels. No amount of tuning or calibration corrected the off colors. Big disappointment. I called Optoma customer service and was told to complete a form and submit service request online. I never received word back from the company. I called the company and they denied receiving my request (note: a copy of the same note was successfully received by my work e-mail). This time I sent the request via FAX and also re-sent via e-mail. After a reasonable wait, I had to call the company again to ask about my service request. This time, I was put on hold for 30 minutes and was told the paperwork was misfiled. To cut this short, I am going on my 4th week with a service complaint and Optoma has been non-responsive after numerous e-mails and voicemails left with at least four customer service reps and two customer supervisors ( Tom Brock and Raymond Mar). The bottom line is, the disappointment about the product is unequalled by the frustration trying to deal with its customer service, considering the product is still under warranty! I am concerned what service Optoma will provide once the product is out of warranty.

Product Description

Lexmark delivers high-powered solutions, services and supplies that meet or exceed the needs of customers ranging from the small office to the large corporate enterprise. Years of printing industry leadership, coupled with a close relationship with its customers, allow Lexmark to develop high-quality, easy-to-use business products and services.

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From an aging Leica user...

LEICA CAMERA 18297 C-Lux 1 6 Megapixel Digital Camera ( Silver )

Manufacturer: Leica
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Includes - Battery charger, battery, 64 MB SD memory card AV cable, USB cable, AC cable, wrist strap, CD ROM with software (Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0, Quicktime Movieplayer)

6 Megapixel, Up to 2816 x 1880, Up to 848 x 480 16 - 9 VGA, Up to 640 x 480 4 - 3 VGA at either 30 or 10 frames per second

External Memory - SD & MMC Card (A 64MB SD Card is supplied with this camera)

J&R Recommends a 512 MB or greater for more pratical usage

File formats - JPEG (Fine/Standard)

ASIN: B000FEHV58

Product Description

The Leica C-LUX 1 is an engagingly attractive companion with elegance in a fashionably compact form. Take this camera with you wherever you go. 6 megapixel capture, ultra short shutter delay, precise autofocus measurement, and a generous selection of scene modes make it ideal for taking great pictures effortlessly. Capture all those precious moments you want to remember in stunning, true-to-life color and detail with the C-Lux 1. Video output - QuickTime Motion JPEG Self-timer - Either 2 or 10 seconds countdown Image Sensor - 1/2.5 inch CCD Scene modes - Portrait, soft skin, landscape, sport, night portrait, night landscape, self-portrait, food, party, candlelight, fireworks, starry sky, snow, baby1, baby2, high sensitivity Shutter speed range - In fully automatic mode 8 - 1/2000, Starry sky mode 15, 30, 60 seconds Film speed setting - Either automatic or manual ISO 80, ISO 100, ISO 200 or ISO 400 (in high sensitivity mode 800 - 1600) White balance - Either automatic, for daylight, overcast sky, halogen light, two manual settings, fine adjustment of white balance in a range of -1500 to +1500K in 150K steps Lens - LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT f/2.8-5.6/4.6-16.8 ASPH. (corresponds to 28 -102 mm in 35 mm format) Optical image stabilizer - 2 modes for exposure only or for exposure and monitor Power supply - Lithium ion battery, 3.7 V, 1150 mAH Dimensions - Approximately Width 94.1 x Height 51.1 x Depth 24.2 mm, 3.70 x 2.01 x 0.95 inch Weight - Approximately 132 grams without battery and memory card

Customer Reviews:

From an aging Leica user..........2006-07-03

You can get the same camera with a Panasonic label for a lot less money, but Leica is part of my photographic roots, so I paid the premium for a little more style, and a nametag.

The camera itself is good for a point-and-shoot, and the added image stabilization helps get sharp pictures. Shutter lag is not bad, and you can take several pictures very quickly in burst mode. Low light and flash photos suffer, as I suppose they do on most ulra compact cameras. It is also easy to push buttons at unwanted times. I'd also like to see a little more manual control over speed and aperature.

I wanted a camera that I could have with me all the time that took good pictures. The Leica is exactly that. I'm not disappointed.

Product Description

You'll save hundreds compared to the cost of the previous TVS220 equipped with four ports, and get twice as much recording time! KX-TVS225 is a large Panasonic voice processing system. Message-storage capacity is 64 hours with up to 1024 password-protected voice mailboxes, that can hold 100 messages each. It comes with pre-recorded voice prompts in both English and Spanish. There are four ports (to handle up to four simultaneous conversations), and you can easily install up to two more KX-TVS204 4-port modules, for an ultimate capacity of 12 ports. (For KX-TD and KX-TDA phone systems only.) This refurbished voicemail was originally a KX-TVS220 and upgraded to the KX-TVS225 voice mail. Only the shell says KX-TVS220, but all programming and new hard drive is KX-TVS225.

Product Description

Play with consistent, pinpoint accuracy! on a mousepad that will grip the mouseball for fast and extreme precision. Non-skid padding makes up for any inconsistencies in your gaming surface and the increased surface area makes for a better gaming experience. The 3M Precise Mousing Surface Technology makes spilled drinks a snap to clean up, simply wipe with a damp cloth, and pat dry. It's that easy to clean. This mousepad will improve the life of your mouse. Less dirt will build up inside your mouse, your mouse will respond quickly and give you that extra edge so you can sneak up and get that last frag!

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