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IOGear 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Cables and Remote GCS22U (Black) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Iogear
Category: CE
Department: Computer
List Price: $49.68
Buy New: $18.70
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Rating:  44 reviews
Format: CD
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 7.2 x 1.9
nv:Computer Connections: 1
Keyboard Port Type: USB
Monitor Port Type: VGA (15-Pin D-Sub)
Mouse Port Type: USB
Legal Disclaimer: We do not in any way represent that any part we sell is legal to possess in your jurisdiction. Check with you local authorities to ensure it is legal for you to possess before buying!
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: GCS22U
Model: GCS22U
UPC: 881317011022
EAN: 0881317011022
ASIN: B001D1UTC4
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 2-Port USB Cable KVM allows users to share a VGA monitor, a USB mouse, and a USB keyboard between two computers | | • | Supports multiple operating systems including Windows, Sun, and Mac | | • | Entry level KVM that will allow them to multitask with two computers at their disposal | | • | Computer selection via 6 ft remote controller cable that can be placed on your desk for easy reach, full Mac keyboard support | | • | No power adapter required |
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Product Description
2-PORT USB KVM SWITCH
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 44
 Plug and Go (read more below), out of the way, easy to switch December 4, 2008
Winston Wolfe (Marietta, GA USA)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
In a nutshell: Compact, less wires to get in the way, great remote switch to change computers, and works out of the box.
Longer story
Here were my needs:
- I purchased this to be able to hook up my work laptop to my monitor and keyboard when I work from home.
- I needed a USB KVM switch (versus older PS/2 connectors)
- I prefer for the audio not to switch over so I can play music on my home computer while I work on the company laptop.
- I hate wires, so the fewer the better.
- Needed the switch to work with my wireless mouse and keyboard (you guessed that by now, didn't you?)
This unit was perfect as the unit has the wires molded in and they are just long enough to reach both computers comfortably with no excess wiring to deal with.
The remote button is nice and does not get in the way.
My mouse and keyboard (Logitech) use one shared USB cable and the switch provides for two ports and plugs. This caused a little confusion and initially did not work when I plugged everything up. I figured this was more of my computer's USB recognizing the keyboard had moved ports problem rather than a switch problem. I was right.
To solve this, I had previously plugged the monitor to the switch and the cable from the switch to the computer, this did not change. I did not hook the USB mouse/keyboard to the switch, but left it plugged into the computer where it was working originally. All was well so far. I then started the computer, made sure the mouse and keyboard were still working and moved the keyboard/mouse to the one of the switch's USB ports. I had tried both USB plugs in (this is important) the same USB port on my computer that the keyboard/mouse were plugged into. I found the right plug and everything was working. I could switch back and forth and/or restart the computer without issue.
Other hints that might help.
From a cold start (remember the switch is powered by your USB port) the switch will start on computer 1 (green lights show which is which, one dot or two). The cables were not labeled, so I guessed, and guessed wrong. I switched the plugs and all was well.
Once I found the proper keyboard/mice USB cord coming out of that switch I was able to unplug the other one (remember, my Logitech uses one USB for both keyboard and mouse) to save a USB port on the back of my computer. I figure that I would not remember that later, so now was the best time to do this. Can you have enough USB ports directly on the computer?
I expect this switch to work well for you if you have similar needs to what I outlined earlier.
If your computers are far apart from each other, or you want to switch audio, or you need to switch between more than two computers, this is not the switch for you. You will need to invest in a more expensive solution.
Great product, I would buy this again and recommend it for anyone with a home office.
Works flawlessly after a few adjustments December 30, 2008
Rebecca A. Meyer
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have a Dell Precision laptop in a docking station and a Mac Mini. I purchased this switch along with the Mini. My keyboard and mouse share one receiver.
I plugged everything in and booted up both machines. The Mac seemed to be the default computer, and was complaining that there was no mouse; I simply switched the receiver from the left port to the right port on the switch and all was well. I switched over to the Windows machine, and immediately noticed that the picture was cruddy. At first I thought maybe the KVM cables were crappy, but I adjusted the phase on my monitor and everything looked great. I also had to adjust the position slightly. In all, everything works great, and I am very happy with it.
KVM for dummies December 31, 2008
Evelyn J. Wells (Louisville, KY)
I operate a computer but I know very little about the workings of a computer. The switch and instructions were so simple I was able to do it myself in just a few minutes. Works great!
Very Pleases February 6, 2009
Russell Houck
This works exactly as described. I have a Dell laptop and a MacBook, switching between for the past month has been flawless. The hardware is solid and well constructed.
kvm switch March 19, 2009
R. L. Joura (Jax, fl, USA)
Use between my desk top and my laptop for more than a month now. while doing maintenance on one I push a button and do email,etc, on the other from my easy chair with a wireless key board. It don't get better than this.
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