Keyboard linkage for Samsung Odyssey G5

AtomicSquid_YT
Junior Member

11-01-2018, 10:09 PM

I recently purchased a Samsung Odyssey G5 34-inch model with a USB port. I tried linking the keyboard straight to the monitor, but it didn’t work. When connected via the laptop directly, it functioned properly. Is there a way to connect the keyboard directly to the monitor? I’m currently using an HDMI connection with my Dell XPS 13 7390.

AtomicSquid_YT

11-01-2018, 10:09 PM #1

DanyKing_
Junior Member

11-02-2018, 06:33 AM

If the monitor includes a USB hub, link the hub to the main port on the base unit and then attach the keyboard to it. Expecting data to travel through the monitor cable is unlikely; you need a direct USB connection. Many modern devices are “smart,” containing their own computers, which can prevent standard ports from connecting. You might still find a solution within the monitor’s settings.

DanyKing_

11-02-2018, 06:33 AM #2

bengalwatcher
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11-02-2018, 07:44 AM

It includes a service port (USB A), which suggests it has a hub. I’m still unsure about connecting it to my laptop, especially since this is my first time using an external monitor.

bengalwatcher

11-02-2018, 07:44 AM #3

It includes a service port (USB A), which suggests it has a hub. I’m still unsure about connecting it to my laptop, especially since this is my first time using an external monitor.

tommie124
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11-13-2018, 08:21 AM

It might be due to several reasons. There are three port hubs, five port hubs, and bigger ones available. If there’s no USB link between your PC and the keyboard, information won’t transfer at all.

tommie124

11-13-2018, 08:21 AM #4

msbunny13
Member

11-13-2018, 02:18 PM

You cannot connect your keyboard to the USB port on the G5. That port is just there for stuff like updating the firmware. There is no upstream to the PC so you can't use it for devices that need to communicate with the PC.

msbunny13

11-13-2018, 02:18 PM #5

RuudyYT
Junior Member

11-13-2018, 04:03 PM

I have two Dell XPS 13 7390 laptops. You're looking for a smooth transition between them. Using the USB port on the G5 isn't feasible. Since one is connected via HDMI and the other via DisplayPort, a KVM switch could be useful to manage inputs and outputs seamlessly.

RuudyYT

11-13-2018, 04:03 PM #6

CfuntimeMC
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11-13-2018, 05:58 PM

It seems costly. A more affordable option could be a USB hub, possibly with some foam tape for mounting.

CfuntimeMC

11-13-2018, 05:58 PM #7

It seems costly. A more affordable option could be a USB hub, possibly with some foam tape for mounting.