Super mega switch
Super mega switch
Hello,
I understand my title isn’t quite clear, but please give it a chance.
I own three computers:
- a MacBook Pro with M4 Pro for professional use (featuring 3 Thunderbolt 5 ports and a USB 4 port, both up to 120Gb/s)
- a personal MacBook Air with M3 (2 Thunderbolt 3 ports, up to 40Gb/s; USB 4 port, up to 40Gb/s)
- a desktop PC
I’m looking for a system that lets me switch between all of them effortlessly with just one button press. The goal is to have everything connected continuously so I never have to worry about switching.
The challenge is finding a solution that can manage all these devices seamlessly, especially since the MacBooks require a single USB-C cable for all their ports.
I hope someone here has the expertise to guide me through this.
Thank you in advance!
The Sabrent Thunderbolt 4 KVM switch is now available after two years. Although initial firmware caused issues with Mac motherboards, the Thunderbolt 5 model is still in development for more than a year. You'll need to reach out to the company for release details or information about a three-computer version. Consider whether you're ready to be an early adopter.
This item is referred to as a KVM Switch. Many are two-way, but there are also three-way and four-way models available.
For example, this product can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Monitors-Computer...B0FGNTS3YD
You're asking if the system is actually delivering power to the input. It looks like with MacBooks, they require power to function properly even when closed.
They were merely the initial firm, facing numerous challenges at the start. If you're willing to take risks, current businesses now offer 4-port Thunderbolt 4 devices.
Yes, but each computer only needs one Thunderbolt 4 cable. Using a regular non-Thunderbolt KVM would mean relying on HDMI and a Thunderbolt to displayport cable, plus a USB port from each Mac. This setup is likely more stable since it avoids driver issues.