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| Brand: | ATEN |
| Item Height : | 21 millimetres |
| Item Width: | 8.5 centimetres |
Technical Details
- Dimensions W x D x H: 84.5 x 34.0 x 21.3 mm
- Weight: 410 g
- Cable colour: Black
- Connector 1: USB / HDB-15 / 6-pin Mini-DIN / PS/2
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PRODUCT FEATURES:One console (monitor, PS/2 keyboard, and USB mouse) controls two computersRemote port selection switch for convenient switch placementSupports multi-function miceUSB 2.0 mouse port can be used for USB hub and USB peripheral sharingCompact design, built in all-in-one cablesAudio (microphone and speaker) enabled - full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.1 surround sound systemsIndependent switching of the KVM and Audio focus - one computer can have the KVM focus while the other has the audio focusSuperior video quality - up to 2048 x 1536; DDC2BAuto Scan function to monitor computer operationNon-powered
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2P Hybryd KVM Audio PS/2 Keyb.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
The switch allows me to swap between using my Mac Mini and Dell laptop. It's well built and feels sturdy. When you're looking at KVM switching, there are a few of things to watch out for. You need to make sure that the switch comes with all the cables you need. This does. It's only a case of pulling them from your existing two sources and plugging them into the switch. It also has all the cables ready to receive your mouse, keyboard, video and audio. Nothing extra is needed.
It's designed such that you don't get any annoying pop ups on Windows about plugging/unplugging any hardware when you switch, which my previous KVM switch used to do all the time.
It rather nicely has a wired "remote", so the cables can run under desks and the only thing you see is the small switch itself. This keeps things very tidy. in a brilliant touch of design, you can also switch by using a keyboard combination (by default, PRINT SCREEN x2 then ENTER), so the switch itself could be totally hidden away, if you wanted it to be. A minor note is that if using a Mac and Apple keyboard, you'll need to plug in a standard windows keyboard and follow the given instructions on how to change this to CTRL x2 then ENTER, as the default setting didn't work with the Apple keyboard.
It also allows you you to switch audio independently. You might find this useful if you wish to work on one computer, but listen to audio from another.
Finally, be aware that this has NO spare USB sockets, just the keyboard and mouse. You couldn't switch 3rd device with this, such as a printer. It doesn't advertise as such and isn't of consequence to me, but my old switch did have 2 (unused by me) spares for such an option.
It's designed such that you don't get any annoying pop ups on Windows about plugging/unplugging any hardware when you switch, which my previous KVM switch used to do all the time.
It rather nicely has a wired "remote", so the cables can run under desks and the only thing you see is the small switch itself. This keeps things very tidy. in a brilliant touch of design, you can also switch by using a keyboard combination (by default, PRINT SCREEN x2 then ENTER), so the switch itself could be totally hidden away, if you wanted it to be. A minor note is that if using a Mac and Apple keyboard, you'll need to plug in a standard windows keyboard and follow the given instructions on how to change this to CTRL x2 then ENTER, as the default setting didn't work with the Apple keyboard.
It also allows you you to switch audio independently. You might find this useful if you wish to work on one computer, but listen to audio from another.
Finally, be aware that this has NO spare USB sockets, just the keyboard and mouse. You couldn't switch 3rd device with this, such as a printer. It doesn't advertise as such and isn't of consequence to me, but my old switch did have 2 (unused by me) spares for such an option.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
I plumped for this KVM after reading the reviews here and I've got to say that it's surpassed my expectations. Set-up was a doddle and the Aten 2-Port Hybrid Switch comes with all the necessary cables although some folks might require a DVI to VGA converter to connect their graphics cards to their monitor. As a bonus, this product has a single, shared USB 2.0 port which I assume is for a USB mouse, however, despite a previous reviewer's comment to the contrary, multiple USB peripherals can be shared between systems by connecting the single USB port to a powered USB hub. In my case I have it connected to a 7 Port, D-Link DUB-H7 D-Link DUB-H7 7 - Port USB 2.0 Hub External
Both PC's can then share any peripheral which is plugged into the USB hub!
This is a huge cost and cable saver given that I can now share the printer, webcam, USB Wifi Adaptor, USB mouse etc. between an ageing XP Pro system and a new Windows 7 system. The alternative would be to buy separate webcams, Wifi adaptors etc for each system.
The addition of a shared USB port makes this KVM a very versatile switch when combined with a powered USB hub and provides a real bonus in terms of convenience and usability. The (Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Enter) keyboard short-cut works like a charm so I didn't even bother with the included button. Build quality seems good too so I'd recommend this product to anyone about to buy a KVM switch.
Both PC's can then share any peripheral which is plugged into the USB hub!
This is a huge cost and cable saver given that I can now share the printer, webcam, USB Wifi Adaptor, USB mouse etc. between an ageing XP Pro system and a new Windows 7 system. The alternative would be to buy separate webcams, Wifi adaptors etc for each system.
The addition of a shared USB port makes this KVM a very versatile switch when combined with a powered USB hub and provides a real bonus in terms of convenience and usability. The (Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Enter) keyboard short-cut works like a charm so I didn't even bother with the included button. Build quality seems good too so I'd recommend this product to anyone about to buy a KVM switch.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Switches effortlessly between my son's Vista PC and Xbox 360. Maximum screen resolution is maintained. The HP UPnP LCD monitor configuration data reaches the PC; where other switches have failed. You must connect the USB plugs to the PC and the Xbox 360; even if you're not using a shared USB device. The switch draws its power from the USB of the active source. Great little device.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Did the job - no problems
I've bought a couple of these types of thing and this is the only one that has worked properly. Forget the cheaper options, this one works great.
Published 2 months ago by Macca
Brill
Well I must admit I was slightly unsure about this item at first as it was my second type of Switch, the first i bought was completely useless but i must say this is perfect. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Chris W
Good product - if you're not KVM-ing laptops
This does what is says on the tin - and well. But there are a couple of caveats - especially for folk like me who are trying to KVM 2 laptops, whose ports are in awkward... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Max
Works perfectly
Does exactly what it says in the description and works flawlessly. The only thing you have to watch is letting a computer boot up with the kvm switched to the other port - the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by LR
Good bit of kit
Very impressed, does what it says on the tin.
Use it on a Windows and a Linux system, worked flawlessly.
Use it on a Windows and a Linux system, worked flawlessly.
Published 14 months ago by G. Wignall
Aten KVM Switch
I purchased this product to integrate my personal deskstop ( XP ) and my company desktop ( XP Professional ) for home working. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Qash
Aten 2-Port Hybrid KVM Switch
I have two PCs in the same room that I need to use simultaneously - using one for long jobs like burning Lightscribe CDs and the other for email, browsing etc. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2010 by Bob Elmbranch
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