Utilize your main computer in both the bedroom and living room simultaneously.
Utilize your main computer in both the bedroom and living room simultaneously.
Hey there! I'm just starting out on the forum. My PC is a Linux Mint model from a few years back, and I’m thinking about upgrading someday. I want to keep both my living room and bedroom connected without moving the tower. Since I live in a small apartment, running cables between the two spots should be easy. I’m hoping you can share the simplest and most affordable options for this setup. I’m okay with tinkering with hardware but not too comfortable with software or configuring things.
I considered using HDMI directly to the TV in the living room, but I’m curious about connecting a keyboard and mouse. I haven’t tested Bluetooth keyboards yet, though they seem likely to work given the small space. Regarding HDMI cables, how far can you run one before problems occur?
You can locate 20m HDMI 2.0 cables for around 35 USD, and you should manage roughly 25m with a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard. The main drawback is the long length, which impacts color quality at 4K60Hz—only 4:4:2 resolution will work. For a C2Q PC, I wouldn’t suggest exceeding 1440p; otherwise, you’ll likely see full color through the cable but not at higher resolutions.
That moment would make it simpler and more affordable to choose the Shield TV option for around $170 USD.
I just calculated some rough numbers for the cable length and it would likely be around 30-40 feet. If things go really wrong, swapping HDMI cables on the back of my living room TV wouldn’t be too difficult—it’s super convenient to reach. Thanks for your support! I thought I was adding unnecessary complexity, but it actually made sense.