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evil-98
11-16-2008, 09:41 AM
I need a high quality KVM. Not sure where to start, preforably off of newegg

i need it for keyboard and mouse mostly, my monitor has two inputs which can manual switch between the two.

thanks in advanced :up:

lowfat
11-16-2008, 10:16 AM
Why not just go with a Phillips PSL1014 usb switcher + a cheap hub? I found the switcher for $5 at a local Princess Auto. I've seen it on amazon.com for pretty cheap as well.


http://www.amazon.com/PHILIPS-SHARING-SWITCH-ALLOWS-COMPUTERS/dp/B000X1MTT6

Spoiler
11-16-2008, 07:54 PM
High Quality - http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=3113

I have an old Avocent KMV as well, but I wouldn't know which one to recommend for a newer model.

lowfat
11-16-2008, 10:45 PM
High Quality - http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=3113

I have an old Avocent KMV as well, but I wouldn't know which one to recommend for a newer model.

$200 vs the $8 of the usb switcher I mentioned. He says he already can change the inputs with his display.

Spoiler
11-17-2008, 10:08 AM
He said high quality. I've had the Gefen one for a few years and its been great. My old Avocent one was great two, it just wouldn't work with my G15 keyboard very well.

I have no experience with the Phillips. If you have and you love it, then great!

evil-98
11-18-2008, 04:50 PM
Thanks guys ill look into those