KVM switches - help!

jeffcrouch · 29-09-2005, 18:19

hi guys,

right - i have a dual screen pc, and a mac min (one screen)

i want to use the mac keyboard and mouse to control both machines, but am happy to keep them all on there own screens.

I think i can do this with a kvm? just don't connect the vga? also there are so many kvms i don't know which to get!!

obviously needs 2 usb inputs, and 4 out i guess?????

if anyone can tell me which to go for, i'd be very grateful..

SMHarman · 29-09-2005, 18:34

Belkin do USB models. I use a Linksys one but it uses PS2 connections.

altis · 29-09-2005, 19:46

If this place doesn't have what you want I doubt anybody will:

http://www.kvmswitchdirect.com/

DocDutch · 29-09-2005, 20:19

try this link of Belkin then you can find out what you want and what you need.

http://web.belkin.com/config/kvm3/kvmconfig.asp?catid=6

what I would recommend is getting a more expensive KVM then a cheapo as they most likely will give you more grief then what they are worth.

if you want my 2 pence worth this kvm is good

F1DS104U hardly any probs and works perfect with TFT

jeffcrouch · 30-09-2005, 23:18

bought a belkin one - not the above link, but an all in one job. its great!

don't use the video outs, as i have 3 tfts, but the fact i'm now down to one keyboard and mouse is a total godsend!!!

lemarsh · 01-10-2005, 18:08

I have a KVM with 2 pc's (F1DK102P). 1 thing that does cause a slight issue, is that I have a wireless keyboard & mouse (Logitech).

To switch between PC's - I need to SCROLL, SCROLL, UP - which is not always easy to do, as my keyboard tries to be clever and has additional functions on the scroll key - which means some times it can take 5 or 6 tries to swap machines.

If you can get a KVM with a programmable key to swap (or a physical button) that may prove easier.

Also, don't forget you can get audio KVM's as well.