Can I use 2PCs connected to a VGA cable via a KVM switch &amp; a media player connected to another VGA cable to one monitor via this selector?
788746
I don't believe you can, this KVM is manual and it does not have the ability to control more than two (2) devices an any time.
2126389
Please elaborate. Kvm switch gives you the ablity to connect two pc's and have them be connected to the kvm switch so you use only one monitor for two pcs. Mine is setup on my pc so my main display is hdmi and my secordary is this so i can quickly switch between pcs if im repairing one.
274999
Yes. One monitor plugs into the VGA port and the other has to plug into the HDMI port. If you don't have an HDMI enabled monitor (and are using a VGA monitor), then you need to get a VGA to HDMI adapter. The computer is kinda laggy on audio and video though, I don't really recommend it. Get used to your music buzzing a lot.
1388404
Typically, so long as the KVM has power through the USB connections, it will function regardless of the video being connected. However, in my opinion it's not worth it to buy a KVM with HDMI connections if your setup doesn't allow for it. You might even be able to find just a "km" switch by itself without the video part.
539028
To the best of my knowledge, there is not a compatibility factor with this cable. It is strictly a hardware device. Your KVM device will do the switching and is not a compatibility factor. Your computer should not know any difference between a cable going to a KVM or to a monitor...All that being said, I have not specifically tested it on Windows 8 however, I personally would be willing to spend $8 in confidence that it will work.
1999560
I have plugged a monitor via VGA and the USB monitor and had success, I would think 2 USB monitors would work.I am on a MAC Book Pro
278110
I used it for VGA and DVI which works very well. I constantly switch between the two modes in a four monitor set up on one machine and a two monitor setup on another (both setups share one monitor). It also supports HDMI, which I do not used.
1710315
Not with this cable. This is a cable for a Keyboard, Video, Mouse (KVM) switch which connects two computers to the same keyboard, monitor and mouse. We have used a Sabrent multi-display (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps
1521431
to use different laptops with 1 monitor you will have to use the VGA connector , the USB is only for power and switching on a KVM switch. If you aren't using a KVM switch the USB is simply a straight through USB cable.
149475
Yes i connected 2 PCs to 2 Monitors. But this KVM is very very poor quality. My keyborad Keys get struck while typing and may times i have to restart my pc after switching for this KVM to recognize my input devices (just a keyboard and mouse). Move on to different one..its worth.
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http://www.amazon.com/Round-Press-Button-Switch-Splitter/dp/B0053WXOMQ/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1390172553&sr=1-5&keywords=vga+monitor+switch+box
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I've only connected both the USB and VGA connector , they are separate cables so if you just want to use either you can. the only problem is that the USB part is what supplies power to the KVM switch (if you are using one) and the switch needs power from somewhere to work.
583412
I have computers set up for dual monitor use with VGA and DP adapted to DVI with this KVM...no issues.
819441
Yes. I haven't personally done it, but if you have 2 sets of input devices and only use the kvm for the monitor, I don't see why it wouldn't work.
2115170
It says. 2 - Port USB KVM switch. one touch switching, VGA, USB with USB key board and USB mouse icons and Single OS. I am unsure of any other way to answer this question.
694270
I have it setup so that either of my laptops can use one central monitor. First you need to figure out what you want your central monitor to be, plug that central source into the VGA out, then the two devices you want to use this display would be plugged into the two in ports.
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hello Brucethe only way to use this with one computer having a Display port is if you get an adaptor that will convert to DVI.. as those are the two only inlets for this switch box, DVI and VGA... you could do search for display port converters and you will get a wealth options that you can use with this switch box..