4.6/5
Built-in USB IC
Fit with industrial & Professional needs
Fit with 19" Rack drawer keyboard
$234
I still need a PS2 mouse and keyboard because I have a KVM switch. A KVM switch allows you to use one keyboard, mouse and monitor for several computers. You can switch back and forth between the computers. My KVM switch uses the older PS2 connections for the keyboard and mouse. The new motherboards have only one PS2 slot on them. I purchased a splitter but it would only let one of them work at a time. It usually defaulted to the mouse.
After reading the reviews and people said it worked for their KVM switch I decided to give it a try and it worked. I only have my mouse plugged into this splitter and I have my keyboard plugged into the the PS2 on the computer. The build of the device is a lot better than most. It has that block in the middle of the cable. Most splitters don't have that.
Don't hesitate to buy this item. More than likely if will solve your problems.
4.4/5
This 4 Port USB 3.0 Switcher allows one button toggle between 2 computers to share 4 USB 3.0 peripheral devices without constantly pull cables or set up complicated network sharing software.
Button and LED indicate lights, you can easily switch between 2 computers by a single click on the button with LED indicating the active computer.
Ideal for sharing devices such as printer, scanner, mouse, keyboard, card reader, flash drive and other USB devices between 2 computers.
Great Compatibility, driver-free for Windows 10/8/8.1/7/Vista/XP and Mac OS, Linux, and Chrome OS, simply plug and play.
STABLE Connection and warranty:USB 3.0 sharing switch with a separate micro-usb female port for option power, which optimizing its compatibility with more devices, such as HDD, Digital Video Cameras, SSD etc.ABLEWE provide 12 months warranty and lifetime technical support for this USB switch.
$234
4.4/5
Portable and Easy to Use: 2 USB Type A connectors, 2 USB Type B connectors, and 3 VGA connectors. The 2 In 1 Out KVM Switch between two computers is controlled by the push button on the top of the unit. 2 USB Type B connectors support not only for data transfer but also for the power supply. No external power required.
Ugreen 2 Port USB KVM switch box allows you to control 2 computers with only one set of controls (mouse and keyboard). It is great for workstations, test stands or anywhere multitask between computers is required. USB VGA KVM switch provides a cost-effective way to share one USB keyboard, USB mouse, and VGA monitor to control 2 computers.
Higher Definition Output: Ugreen USB KVM switch supports high-definition image and supports maximum resolution up to 1920 x 1440. The adapter supports only for video output. But you can enjoy the audio through speakers from PC.
Wide Compatibility: Windows 10/8/7 / XP / Vista (32/64-bit), Mac, Linux, Sun Solaris, DOS, Win3, WINNT, Netware, and Unix. The VGA Switcher Box also supports online games and DVR. Plug and Play: no power supply, or software needed.
Important Note: Please make sure the VGA Input Connector 1 and USB B Connector 1 were plugged in the same Host. VGA IN1 and USB IN1 is corresponding. Do NOT support VGA IN1 and USB IN2 mixed insertion.
$234
I received this only today, and already I love it! I already had VGA cables connected so it was easy to swap them into this KVM switch. Running a single USB cable (provided with this switch) to each computer was also painless, and I was happy to see both my computers working with only one monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
I did have one small problem that is worth noting so others do not repeat my error. I thought I unplugged the mouse from both computers and plugged in the USB cable from the KVM switch. One computer worked perfectly, but the mouse did not work on the other computer. I noticed that the original mouse that was connected to that computer still did work, so I quickly realized that the USB I unplugged from that computer was not the mouse I wanted to remove. I followed the cable from that mouse and then removed it. After that, the mouse and keyboard worked flawlessly with both computers. Five stars for sure!
4.2/5
Ideal for sharing devices such as printer, scanner, mouse, keyboard, card reader, flash drive and other USB deivce between 2 computers;
Button and LED indicate lights, you can easily switch between 2 computers by a single click on the button with LED indicating the active computer;
Great Compatibility, driver-free for Windows 10/8/8.1/7/Vista/XP and Mac OS X, Linux, and Chrome OS, simply plug and play;
STABLE Connection: USB 2.0 sharing switch with a separate micro usb female port for option power,which optimizing its compatibility with more devices, such as HDD,Digital Video Cameras, SSD etc. Important Note: Please use Standard 5V Adapter(Not Included, sold separately) for powering. Any charger with higher voltage output is NOT allowed and may affect the product performance.
This 4 Port USB Sharing Switch allows one button swapping between 2 computers to share 4 USB 2.0 peripheral devices without constantly swapping cables or set up complicated network sharing software;
$234
I was looking for an alternative to swapping wireless keyboard dongles between my Windows Desktop and my Macbook Pro which is setup in a desktop configuration for the most part. The additional ports provide future expansion potential. The four port USB switch is well designed, well built. It has the same form factor as a normal USB hub and comes in an attractive gloss black finish. The included hub to host (male, male USB A) cables are high quality and plenty long (6') to easily run to both computers. What I like but others may not is that the Computer 1 and 2 position readout is just legible - the blue LEDs are run at low power - unlike the usual trend of products with obnoxiously bright LED indicators.
Support for the switch is seamless and driverless in both my MacOS X 10.11 and Windows 7 machines. There is a OS specific setup time of 5 - 20 seconds when switching host computers. The switch has the option to be powered through an optional 5V input via a micro USB input ( cable not included ). For my low power application, the 5V input was not needed.
4.2/5
Compatible operating system is Windows X, Apple，MAC Linux, Netware, Unix, and other USB supported systems；
Life Time Tech Support and 1 Year Warranty: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through Amazon email or this email: amy.zhang@gentlen168.com
Share a display with HDMI connection, a USB keyboard, and mouse, with 2 USB computers；（Basic keyboard/mouse is recommended.）
Support HDMI Digital Monitor, Fully Compliant with HDMI1.4a ,HDCP,Support 4K*2K@30hz.Housing Case: Plastic
Plug and play，no software to install; USB 2.0 Peripheral Sharing via mouse port. Connect a powered USB Hub to expand your USB connectivity;Port switching via remote switch button；
$234
Please note: Amazon mixes reviews of the 3 different JideTech switches in this category, which can confuse some readers. This review is for the HDMI KVM version which routes keyboard, mouse and audio signals from 2 devices to a single monitor or TV display via its HDMI connection.
I use a couple of VGA KVM switches regularly with various desktop systems, and have recently acquired a couple of used laptops that I'd occasionally like to connect to a larger display. The JideTech switch makes this easy to accomplish, and the result is very satisfactory!
I won't write a comprehensive review, as there are quite a few already that address the basics. I'll just leave some comments that may be helpful to others trying to get setup for the first time.
* I'm using the switch with two different older model Toshiba laptops that have been upgraded to Windows 10. There can be inconsistencies in enabling the HDMI outputs to send signals to the external HDMI port, and until you figure out what your computer requires, it may appear that your switch is not working. In some cases, you may have to go into the 'Display' settings in Windows to access HDMI properties, or Device Manager to see if there is an HDMI device that needs to be enabled. You may find that simply connecting the cables to the switch and the monitor BEFORE starting the computer will result in your system automatically turning on its HDMI output during startup. This is probably the best-case scenario, because you don't have to hunt around for obscure settings!
* If anyone is wondering if this switch passes audio, because there are no audio cables, the answer is 'Yes'. The HDMI connectors carry both video and audio signals.
* There are two USB ports on the switch -- one for connecting a keyboard, and one for a mouse, for users who have separate wired devices. I use a Logitech wireless keyboard/mouse combination with a USB receiver, and find that both function correctly with the receiver plugged into either the keyboard or mouse USB connector on the switch. No worries!
* I would agree with a previous reviewer who stated that the included documentation could be improved. It appears to be an English translation from Chinese, and there is some awkward phraseology. When dealing with technical language that may be unfamiliar to someone attempting to integrate this into his or her system, it's doubly challenging when the technical terms are explained in somewhat jumbled fashion. I think the vendor would do well to ask someone for whom English is their primary language to sit down with the instruction sheet and a switch and follow the directions to make the hook-up, as proof of clear, concise and correct documentation.
In summary, I'm very pleased with the ease-of-use, the switching time and the audio/video performance of this switch. Hopefully, it will also be durable. If necessary, I'll amend my review in the event of any changes or premature failure.
So far, so good! It's a keeper.
4.2/5
The USB sharing switch allows you combine with 4 USB 3.0 Ports to share multiple devices e.g. printers, scanners, etc. Bus powered with no external power supply required.
Button and LED design,you can easily switches between systems via push buttons with LED indicating the active computer.
This USB Switch 4 Port device allows up to 2 users to share 4 USB 3.0 peripheral devices, such as printer,scanner,mouse,keyboard or usb disk etc without the need to constantly swap cables or set up complicated network sharing software. It's a great for use at home if you have multiple PCs or Macs.
USB 3.0 Switch supports ultra-fast USB 3.0 data transfer rates of up to 5Gb/s (10 times faster than USB 2.0), to work flawlessly with high-bandwidth USB 3.0 devices, such as external hard disks, high resolution webcams, camcorders, video surveillance cameras, digital video cameras, multi-channel audio and more, and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.
STABLE Connection: USB 3.0 sharing switch with a separate micro usb female port for option power,which optimizing its compatibility with more devices, such as HDD,Digital Video Cameras, SSD etc. Important Note: Please use Standard 5V Adapter(Not Included, sold separately) for powering. Any charger with higher voltage output is NOT allowed and may affect the product performance.
$234
I set up a docking station for my work laptop at my home office desk where I also use my personal computer. I quickly realized that swapping USB adapters for mouse and keyboard every time I wanted to switch between work and personal computers was a hassle and unnecessary wear and tear on the ports. Once I also realized that the built-in DAC in my work laptop was garbage when I was trying to listen to some music on Pandora while I worked, I decided to look for a USB switch and came across this one.
I am happy to report that the UGREEN USB 3.0 switch works almost perfectly with my setup. I have it connected to my personal computer and my laptop dock. Plugged into the front, I have my mouse adapter, wired keyboard, and a standalone DAC. I even used the 4th USB port for another keyboard adapter so that I can use my wireless keyboard from my couch when I want to switch the computer display over to my TV, and this works great as well.
Pressing the button on top of the UGREEN unit quickly switches control from one computer to another with no delay. A small, non-intrusive blue LED indicates which computer is active. Mouse, keyboard, and the audio DAC all immediately work correctly on the selected computer. The only thing that I sometimes have issues with is if the computer I am switching to is asleep. In that case, moving the mouse or pushing a key on the keyboard does not wake up the computer like it normally would, and I have to press the power button on the computer to wake it up. I'm not sure why this happens but it seems like if the USB connection was not active when the computer was put to sleep, it does not make the connection until it is manually woken up. I have checked in my power settings to make sure that USB ports are not turned off when the computer is asleep, as this would be an obvious cause for the issue, but that is not the case. This is a minor inconvenience since my personal computer and dock power buttons are both easily accessible, but would be nice if it worked.
The UGREEN unit is quite small and sits inconspicuously on my desk on top of my audio mixer. To keep the cables managed cleanly I do have to make a 180 degree bend with my two wired connections (keyboard and DAC) to route the cables back behind the switch. If I just had 4 USB adapters plugged in, that wouldn't be an issue. The only way to fix this would be to have all the ports on the back, and then the unit would have to be larger in size to accommodate 6 ports on one side instead of 4.
The switch is very lightweight (which means stiff cords sometimes lift it so it doesn't sit flat) and has a cheap feeling plastic housing with no mounting provision if you wanted to attach it to something, but these are minor complaints as it works well enough.
It appears you can power the switch with micro USB if your devices require a lot of power (if you were wanting to charge something via USB for example), but even with the backlit keyboard I am using, I do not have this switch connected to power, and it and my devices work just fine.
Overall I am happy with the UGREEN USB 3.0 switch. If it were able to always make a connection with a computer that is asleep when switched to, I would be even happier, but that may not even be the fault of the switch. I definitely recommend this if you are looking to share inputs between two computers without having to plug and unplug cords, dongles and adapters.
4.2/5
Plug and play without Adapter, USB 2.0 and USB 2.0 Hub for Printer and USB devices.
4 Pieces KVM cables included. Be using for Enterprise, Office, Multimedia Teaching, Meeting Room Gaming Room, Home Theater, Research Test etc.
Max Resolution Support 2048*1536, Support DDC and Automatic Identification high quality output.
USB powered design saves money and time,plug and play.
The high-quality new chipset,effectively reducing the computer crash, mouse and keyboard freezed ect undesirable phenomena.
$234
Please note: Amazon mixes reviews of the 3 different JideTech switches in this category, which can confuse some readers. This review is for the HDMI KVM version which routes keyboard, mouse and audio signals from 2 devices to a single monitor or TV display via its HDMI connection.
I use a couple of VGA KVM switches regularly with various desktop systems, and have recently acquired a couple of used laptops that I'd occasionally like to connect to a larger display. The JideTech switch makes this easy to accomplish, and the result is very satisfactory!
I won't write a comprehensive review, as there are quite a few already that address the basics. I'll just leave some comments that may be helpful to others trying to get setup for the first time.
* I'm using the switch with two different older model Toshiba laptops that have been upgraded to Windows 10. There can be inconsistencies in enabling the HDMI outputs to send signals to the external HDMI port, and until you figure out what your computer requires, it may appear that your switch is not working. In some cases, you may have to go into the 'Display' settings in Windows to access HDMI properties, or Device Manager to see if there is an HDMI device that needs to be enabled. You may find that simply connecting the cables to the switch and the monitor BEFORE starting the computer will result in your system automatically turning on its HDMI output during startup. This is probably the best-case scenario, because you don't have to hunt around for obscure settings!
* If anyone is wondering if this switch passes audio, because there are no audio cables, the answer is 'Yes'. The HDMI connectors carry both video and audio signals.
* There are two USB ports on the switch -- one for connecting a keyboard, and one for a mouse, for users who have separate wired devices. I use a Logitech wireless keyboard/mouse combination with a USB receiver, and find that both function correctly with the receiver plugged into either the keyboard or mouse USB connector on the switch. No worries!
* I would agree with a previous reviewer who stated that the included documentation could be improved. It appears to be an English translation from Chinese, and there is some awkward phraseology. When dealing with technical language that may be unfamiliar to someone attempting to integrate this into his or her system, it's doubly challenging when the technical terms are explained in somewhat jumbled fashion. I think the vendor would do well to ask someone for whom English is their primary language to sit down with the instruction sheet and a switch and follow the directions to make the hook-up, as proof of clear, concise and correct documentation.
In summary, I'm very pleased with the ease-of-use, the switching time and the audio/video performance of this switch. Hopefully, it will also be durable. If necessary, I'll amend my review in the event of any changes or premature failure.
So far, so good! It's a keeper.
4.2/5
Hub Compatible for Multiple Peripherals
Plug & Play for Easy Setup and Use (requires no additional drivers)
Single Button For Swapping Computer Systems
Data Transfer Speeds Up To 480Mbps
LED Indicators to Distinguish Computers
$234
This is the neatest gadget for people who have more than one computer or laptop and only 1 printer if they aren't WiFi compatible.
My printer is older than my desktop or my laptop, and is not WiFi compatible. but hook this device up to the USB ports for each, and with the simple click of the switch, you can have both hooked up with one cable going to the printer from the device.
Think 2 inputs, 1 output. USB 2.0, and Windows PC, or MAC OS X, or LINUX.
Think about hooking your MAC and your Windows product up to the same printer at the same time. Or hooking both up to a scanner, camera, or external storage device at the same time.
It even comes with 2 printer cables along with the device for very little $$$.
I recommend this unit to anyone forced to share a non-WiFi printer, no matter how far your offices are apart in the same building.
[You can get 100' USB cables on Amazon]. I have a 50' cable.
4/5
【LED Light Indicator】Easily switch between 2 computers by a single click on the button with LED indicating the active computer.
【Great Compatibility, Driver-free】for Windows 10/8/8.1/7/Vista/XP and Mac OS X, Linux, and Chrome OS, simply plug and play.
【One Button Switch,Multiport Connection】allows one button swapping between 2 computers to share 4 USB 2.0 peripheral devices without constantly swapping cables or set up complicated network sharing software.
【KVM Ideal for Sharing Devices】such as printer, scanner, mouse, keyboard, card reader, flash drive and other USB deivce between 2 computers.
【Separate Micro USB Receptacle】When using a high-power USB device, external 5V adapter is required. Normal, no external adapter is required.For optional power,optimizing its compatibility with more devices, such as HDD,Digital Video Cameras, SSD etc. 【Important Note】 Please use Standard 5V Adapter(Not Included, sold separately) for powering.
$234
First of all, a disclaimer: this really isn't a "KVM Switcher" as anybody reading the details can tell - it's a KM switch, because there's no video involved. I've known about KVMs for a long time, and used them a lot at work and at home in the days back when all monitors were D-sub and keyboards and mice all used PS/2 ports. It just took getting frustrated one too many times before I went looking for a modern USB KM switch.
For the non-pro: this device is like a 4-port USB hub with two USB outputs instead of one. Plug your keyboard, mouse, and up to two additional devices into the ports, attach the two supplied cables from the switch into a free USB port on two different computers, and you can easily use one set of devices with either computer.
In my case, I started to work from home for FMLA. I had a hub on my home computer, with keyboard and mouse attached, but when I'd sit at my desk for work I'd have to unplug it from the home computer and plug it into my work notebook. Problem was, if I wanted to do something on my home computer at the same time (stream music, for example), I'd have to move that output from one computer to the other and back again any time I needed to do anything (like skip a track). With this switch, my keyboard and mouse are already connected to both computers. I just press the button to switch from one to the other, and I can multitask all day.
This is as fool-proof a technology as you can get nowadays. The only complaint I might have is the two supplied cables could have been a little longer. Otherwise, it works great.
3.9/5
Molded-in cables to simplify setup ;Compact design features two attached KVM (USB and VGA) cables
Max resolution: 2048 x 1536, DDC2B ;Plug-n-Play monitor support
One USB keyboard, USB mouse, and VGA monitor control two computers ;Separate the Internet and Intranet with the click of a button
2-Port USB Cable KVM allows users to share a VGA monitor, a USB mouse, and a USB keyboard between two computers
Backed by IOGEAR’s 3-year warranty and FREE lifetime technical support
Compact design features two attached KVM (USB and VGA) cables
Compatible with PC, MAC and SUN operating platforms
$234
In general this KVM switch seems alright. It works with my logitech M570 that is wireless with the unifying receiver, and it works with my keyboard and all of its media keys. Switching between appears to be fairly quick and the mouse seems to work right away. Not all users will have this experience though, as different devices and machines may take more or less time to reinitialize the devices.
On the video front however, I'm disappointed. The whole screen is slightly blurry when compared to having the VGA cable go straight from my computer to my monitor. Not enough that it's unusable at all, but it is certainly noticeable when looking at text. My screen is 1920x1080, but it looks like it's 1600x900 scaled up or something. I'm going to try a shorter VGA cable, but I'm not sure that will solve this issue. I put a photo showing up close what it text looks like through the KVM compared to without it.
---EDIT---
I was flipping through my monitor settings, and one of them under focus was called "Phase." Adjusted this made the image crisp, however it seems there is a slightly different phase shift on from each computer, so I've found some middle ground where both look crisp enough.
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