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How Can I Use Two Computers...
And have them share the same moniter, mouse and keyboard. Is this possible with some type of adapter thingy?
I want to buy a seperate computer/printer for my wife, and use the AMD for just PTs. thanks [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] |
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Re: How Can I Use Two Computers...
I have a Linksys 2 port KVM switch that works nicely. I have 2 rigs with dual head video cards
and 3 monitors. The switcher flips the middle monitor, keyboard and mouse to either rig as needed. cheap $119 CDN cheers Roly |
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Re: How Can I Use Two Computers...
I used to use a switcher and it worked nicely as well. Occasionsally, I would lose mouse support, but that may be a software thing. In order to switch between the keyboards I hadf to hit the left "CTRL" key three times, fast.
In the end, I decided to just buy another monitor mouse and keybaord. You can get a 15 inch monitor for about $80, and a mouse and keyboard for another $10.
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Re: How Can I Use Two Computers...
I'm using a 2-port Belkin switcher for home use. I'm a director in an IT department and my staff tested several switchers and they found that the Belkin switcher to be the best for our needs. Nearly every one of my staff members have the 4-port version.
Some switchers don't support the smart mouse (with the wheel). Mine works nearly flawlessly. Occasionally, happened 3 times in about 6 months, I have to shut down both computers to reset it. Suggest that you get the USB version, not the serial, like I have. |
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Re: How Can I Use Two Computers...
I use a Belkin switcher to switch between monitors but the picture quality suffers quite a bit. Anyone know of a switcher that doesn't affect
picture quality? |
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Re: How Can I Use Two Computers...
Get monitor cables with the magnets on the ends. I had the same problem (ghosting) even before I got the switcher because of the additional cable length. Got better extension cables and it fixed the problem.
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