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Do you need a dual computer with dual monitors connected via a KVM switch?

Do you need a dual computer with dual monitors connected via a KVM switch?

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BunnyFucker
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06-08-2024, 09:55 AM
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Looking for a KVM switch compatible with DisplayPort 1.4 and the option to cycle between PC1/PC2 and PC1 on Monitor A while PC1 is on Monitor B.
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BunnyFucker
06-08-2024, 09:55 AM #1

Looking for a KVM switch compatible with DisplayPort 1.4 and the option to cycle between PC1/PC2 and PC1 on Monitor A while PC1 is on Monitor B.

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EuropeanUnion
Senior Member
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06-21-2024, 01:19 PM
#2
For your second need, you should focus on finding a matrix switch instead of a KVM. Are you looking to change the mouse and keyboard as well, or is the video connection the only one affected?
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EuropeanUnion
06-21-2024, 01:19 PM #2

For your second need, you should focus on finding a matrix switch instead of a KVM. Are you looking to change the mouse and keyboard as well, or is the video connection the only one affected?

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mini_man3000
Member
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06-27-2024, 12:00 PM
#3
A matrix switch allows changing both keyboard and mouse positions simultaneously. A KVM switch primarily handles video and audio routing, not input device switching. It seems KVM supports DP 1.4, while matrix switches do not.
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mini_man3000
06-27-2024, 12:00 PM #3

A matrix switch allows changing both keyboard and mouse positions simultaneously. A KVM switch primarily handles video and audio routing, not input device switching. It seems KVM supports DP 1.4, while matrix switches do not.

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06-30-2024, 09:15 AM
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A matrix switch enables any input to link with any output. A KVM usually handles all inputs from one channel to the outputs on another, but you need more features.
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AwesomeIce1121
06-30-2024, 09:15 AM #4

A matrix switch enables any input to link with any output. A KVM usually handles all inputs from one channel to the outputs on another, but you need more features.