(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best kvm switches

Awesome, thanks for that.

This will handle the consoles switching with one HDMI port using one button - nice and clean:

https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-TeckNet-Bidirectional-Switcher-Supports/dp/B07SWJG2DY/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=hdmi+switch&qid=1574052012&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyNkdYV1hFVk8xNEFJJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjczNzY3Mk43MDBQN0ZaVU0wRyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODg3Njk4OUtFMUhRT0lFVjFGJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

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With the mouse and keyboard... If you are focused on gaming, you could probably do better for the price. But, at the end of the day, Logitech is a good brand and if you like the feel and happy with them - then its a good choice for you :-)

I'm assuming (let me know if any of it is wrong):

• Your Omen Laptop has Mini DisplayPort
  
• Your MacBook Air is Type C only
  
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  With your monitor being 1080p 144Hz, this presents an interesting challenge as i assume you would like to keep that functionality. So i can provide 2 options, one that might keep the high refresh functionality on your gaming laptop and will cost a lot more (but would be a cleaner 1 button solution) or the one i would do to save a buck and will definitely keep high refresh (2 button solution):
  
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  Option 1:
  
  In THEORY (only because i haven't tested it and can't say for sure - maybe someone else with first hand experience can chime in) you could get a DP KVM that can do 4k 30fps which would maybe allow for 1080p 120fps
  
  Like this:
  
  https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-2-Port-DisplayPort-Cable-Switch/dp/B076ZDQDN4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=displayport+kvm&qid=1574051617&sr=8-3
  
  (or find one specifically stating it can do 1080p 144Hz with DP connectors)
  
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  If it does work, then you would need:
  
  

1. Mini DP to DP adapter for the Omen Laptop
   
2. Type C to DP adapter for the MacBook Air
   
3. Type C to Type A adapter for the MacBook Air USB
   
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   It would 100% work and give you output but as i said, i cant guarantee you'll keep high refresh with this KVM and its a bit of an investment on a hope. But will allow you to click one button and have everything swap over.
   
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   Option 2:
   
   Get a USB switch to toggle only the USB devices between the computers. This means that you would have to switch the display input on the monitor manually but it wont affect any high refresh rate.
   
   https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Selector-Computers-Peripheral-One-Button/dp/B01MXXQKGM/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=kvm+switch&qid=1574051808&sr=8-5
   
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   Then i would get the following for connecting to the monitor and computers:
   
   

• Type C to DVI adapter for the MacBook Air
  
• Mini DP to DP adapter for the Omen Laptop
  
• Type C to Type A adapter for the MacBook Air USB
  
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  Hope this helps - let me know if you need me to clarify anything and feel free to check me out on youtube ("TechLens" - same pink monitor logo as on reddit) Like, share etc if you want to say thanks! :)

You could, though I wouldn't. You would not gain any performance or anything as long as you use good cables in the first place.

If you're going to run a dedicated cable, you could try something like this: https://www.amazon.com/USB-Console-Extender-over-CAT5/dp/B00267TXZ8

I probably wouldn't use that exact one, it's just a good example of something to maybe try. Though if you do get that or something like it, get a good quality cable, something like a cat6 or cat6a.

You run a cable between the 2 units, put one unit at your desk with a monitor, keyboard and mouse hooked up to it; and put the other unit by the server. Just connect the second unit to the server and voila, you're done.

This: http://www.amazon.com/Gefen-EXT-USB2-0-LR-USB-2-0-Extender/dp/B001RJ5FJY

...is the only one I've used that worth anything. Another version without the metal case but a plastic one, and almost identical internals is sold by black box. Both are actually/probably made by Icron. These units are the few that actually support USB 2.0 specs and require a dedicated CAT5e between them (yes, it's technically Ethernet, but the spec is a little different and you can't plug a switch in between, they have to be connected direct)

This thing: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-IPUSB2HD2-HDMI-Extender-Audio/dp/B005WKGZCU

...has also worked pretty good for me, but not all USB2.0 devices seem to work with it. Also you have to manually reconnect it every once in awhile, and there was no way to set it with a static IP on the network (other than DHCP reservation) which I found pretty annoying.

My personal favorite is the 2-Port IO Gear KVM for most setups, I use these on 3 of my gaming systems and have never had input lag. I don't use the VGA connect, just the USB and Audio, then I switch video directly on the monitor. I prefer these because the cables are not detachable and you can double tap the "Scroll Lock" key to switch between 1 & 2. TrendNet also has some nice KVM the main difference being the detachable cables.

https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-2-Port-Miniview-Switch-GCS632U/dp/B0001BVXI6/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511120123&sr=1-3&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060496011

I have 5 of these 2-Port TrendNet KVM around the main building for various systems, I like them and have never seen input lag. These were purchased by someone else prior to my arrival, but they work great so I see no need to change them out. I usually order the IO Gear, but these are just as solid and reliable, again, personal preference because of the one-piece design of the IO Gear.

https://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Monitoring-Auto-Scan-Feedback-TK-207K/dp/B000F4C310/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511120123&sr=1-4&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060496011

I use 3 of these 4-Port TrendNet KVM for another location. When I arrived there was already 1 on-site, and when I needed more I had no reason not to buy the same brand and style. Great price, very reliable, no input lag, and they have all lasted well over 2 years of constant use.

https://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Connections-Resolution-Computers-TK-407K/dp/B000JP1TFG/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511121027&sr=1-2&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060498011

Now, I do have one of these 4-Port ieGeek KVM for a smaller server setup. I hate it. It just feels cheap, it has a single button that cycles through all 4 connections whether there is anything actively connected to it or not, and the cables are stiff and unwieldy. There is no input lag, the change response is fairly quick, but it doesn't support the double tap Scroll Lock to cycle like the IO Gear or TrendNet models, so I have to make sure it is physically within reach while using it.

https://www.amazon.com/ieGeek-Switch-Monitor-Keyboard-Control/dp/B00J7JGAHM/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511121027&sr=1-3&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060498011

I use 1 of these 8-Port TrendNet KVM for one of my workbenches because I still needed PS/2 with the USB when I bought it, but it still works great after 3 years, and again, no noticeable input lag.

https://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Connection-Monitoring-Computers-TK-803R/dp/B000P05FAA/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511120407&sr=1-2&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060502011

I use 1 of these 16-Port TrendNet KVM for another workbench because the 8-Port TrendNet was so reliable, I got this one. I didn't need the PS/2 this time, but it is nice to have just in case I do get any more really old systems in.

https://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Connection-Auto-Scan-Pluggable-TK-1603R/dp/B000P03EO4/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1511120699&sr=1-1&keywords=KVM&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A5060506011

I’ve been using this guy on a system I designed for graphics and it’s been great. Granted, it’s hard wired into a rack and doesn’t get set-up and taken down, but I have zero complaints despite the low price point.

Well, I would like USB3.0 but that’s tough to come by without dropping more cash.

BlackBox also makes some awesome stuff, but their price point is significantly higher.

Yes, such devices exist, they probably don't use RDP though. You're looking for a KVM over IP device. Unfortunately there are a lot of devices advertised in that category that aren't real KVM over IP devices but just extenders that use CAT5/6 cable or devices that interface to a larger KVM system, so you need to carefully examine the product. Because they're made for servers the ones I've seen so far only support VGA (not HDMI or DP). I'm also not sure how they're protected, you may have to run them through a VPN if you want to use them over the internet.

Here's an example of such a device. However, it looks like it uses very outdated technology, with reliance on Java browser plugins, etc. I suspect most of these devices are using outdated technology because modern servers all have this stuff directly build into the motherboard (through LOM).

In reading your comment again, it appears I have misunderstood your request. If you are looking just to share a kayboard/mouse between your computers, then the software I mentioned would help. But if you're actually looking to share the monitors as well, that indeed would require a physical switch of some sort.

This switch seems to check all your boxes, and has good reviews on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-2-Port-DisplayPort-Cable-Switch/dp/B07KGLC4Y1/ref=pd_cp_23_4/130-8631219-0892946?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B076ZDQDN4&pd_rd_r=135c2ae3-e32a-4692-8730-1f6d67e930b7&pd_rd_w=J1WzQ&pd_rd_wg=EeZun&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=3QAZCQZ8CT7X613NHS4Z&refRID=3QAZCQZ8CT7X613NHS4Z&th=1

Yeah, you need an active adapter most likely (though you could try passive for like $3). I came upon this related thread about using a KVM switch. Looks like you can grab the ATEN CS82U with cables for about $50 on eBay.

edit: an actual adapter for $82 yikes

I would suggest:

1. thunderbolt KVM switch to connect both the 15inch work macbook and 13 inch personal macbook. Allows sharing of the work keyboard and mouse + output to thunderbolt monitor and the knock-off display via dvi to hdmi cable. Split input to that monitor with a HDMI Switch to allow input from gaming PC also. Also need some Thunderbolt3 to 2 adapters to connect macbooks to the KVM switch. Couldn't find a thunderbolt 3 switch. KVM switch is pretty expensive - maybe consider selling older Macbook Air to offset/fund. Mount both sorta-matching monitors in a single cheapo mount
   
2. Gaming PC to HDMI HP and knock-off display + mic + gaming keyboard + mouse.
   
3. Intel NUC and Chromebox on a TV somewhere else in the house for streaming/plex/screen casting/occasional work.
   
4. one of these for managing all that cable.
   
   

You'll want something that'll switch HDMI as well, so an HDMI + USB KVM would be ideal, and maybe spend a bit more money to get a better quality product from iogear.

Resolution and refresh rate specifications are regularly included in the tech specs of DP KVM model.


You can see here where they advertise 4k(4096x2160) at 30hz.


Here is a model advertised at 4k(4096x2160) at 60hz.


Finally, here is one that advertises at UHD(3840x2160) at 60Hz while also supporting DP 1.2a.


KVMs aren't straight pass through. There is a board sitting in between your computers and the display. Its capabilities will dictate performance you receive on the output. There is also the cost being a factor. If OP wants DP 1.2a support they are going to spend hundreds of dollars. I think they are better off trying to get the cable from Valve.

> You had to buy from somewhere that inflated their prices by 300%? And it's not an insane exaggerating?

Welcome to "Single Vendor" setups.... within the past few years I needed a KVM at work...

This is basically "solved".. you can get tiny ones at Amazon for less than the cost of a couple combo meals...

Alas.. we had an "Approved Vendor" that we were required to order through. I wound up having to pick one that was larger than a beefy hardcover book... had less functionality, AND we paid something like $160 for the privilege.... it was the least egregious available from the selection. It took like three weeks start to finish to get it, and it lasted about a month before I got sick of it taking up room, and just brought in a tiny one myself...

I have never seen an USB C KVM device.

You could just switch HDMI and USB separately. This has the biggest chance of working without a hitch as there are no signals split or converted, however it requires switching twice every time and two cables plugged into each laptop.

You could use two USB C to DisplayPort adapters (preferably USB C to DP + USB A) and then a DisplayPort KVM or this one has cables built on and one MST hub to split the DP signal after switching.

The forthcoming solution works if you do not need audio.

1. Two of http://www.cablematters.com/pc-952-101-usb-c-multiport-adapter-usb-c-dock-with-usb-c-to-hdmi-dual-4k-display-2x-usb-20-fast-ethernet-and-60w-pd.aspx or Amazon: http://a.co/d/1dYNWI6
   
2. From each two HDMI to DVI cables into https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gefen-2x2-DVI-Switcher-DVI-USB-Audio/183228198779 I believe this is the remote: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gefen-CAT5-RMT4-h6/173401195500 but I have some problem figuring out which 12V power supply is for it. Once it's in hand that's much easier to see.
   
3. Run two more of those cables into your monitors. DVI and HDMI without audio and some remote control stuff PCs do not really use are the same.

If you can control the edge (Firewalls) of the remote offices, you can do direct management in multiple ways.

For hardware withouth dedicated out-of-band-management - consider purchasing IP KVM like the Lantronix spiders

Paired with IP-based power-control - you can access consoles, boot, power on/off any hardware you want - remotely.

If you get the option, always pay the little extra bit for full enterprise-options like iLO (HP), iDRAC (Dell) etc. I've stopped questioning the value of having that kind of access; Monitoring, management, alerting, troubleshooting... Worth it!

As for desktop-remoting, there are quite a lot of options. My shop uses NAble and they're pushing their "MSP Anywhere" pretty hard.

It looks good, but we've chosen https://www.maxfocus.com/ for desktop inventory/support and its using Teamviewer in the back.

Other options is AnyDesk, LogMeIn, Bomgar etc.etc. - but it really boils down to what your budget and what your management-vision is.

There is another way to set it up if you have 4 sources. There are these cheap multi viewers on amazon that I have used the last year or so. Its a no name brand box but it is amazing. I have mine set up with my cable box, an OTA tuner, chromecast, and a PS4.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079SHZFRX/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

I bought the ConnectPRO UD-12+KIT 2-port KVM to use in one of the offices at work to share a monitor between a desktop and laptop and it's been flawless. They make a 4 port version, ConnectPRO UD-14+KIT 4-Port KVM for $289. It might be worth looking into.

Looks like you might be right. I set my server up with enterprise hardware which came with graphics support without the need for a GPU or iGPU. I did some digging into the board and thought that you might be able to achieve everything through the onboard COM header and a serial connection.. I've read some advice that this won't work but I find that difficult to believe. IF you're technically minded this might be a route you could explore:


https://github.com/ynkjm/ubuntu-serial-install

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SerialConsoleHowto


The unclear part would be how to enable serial connections in the bios without the monitor. It does seem like an easier solution to just buy a cheap GPU though.


If you were to get this working, you could install the OS, and PMS via terminal - i.e. from another computer you've connected to the headless server. You could use terminal screen or PuTTY to connect.

A KVM is going to be a much better solution. Thunderbolt docks aren't cheap.

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Then again, something like this exists, so: https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-Thunderbolt-Docking-Station-GTD732/dp/B01M74Y03E

Does your J1900 have a serial console rj45 port? I have a knock-off J1800 that has a serial port, I bought a RJ45 to db9 cable from amazon hoping to use it but doesn't work. It's not critical, I recently acquired a 4 port KVM This one + 2 extra cables and a vga -> hdmi converer and it does the trick for me. Was just curious.

You my friend need a USB switch so you don't need two keyboards/nice:

USB Switch Selector, KVM Switcher for 2 PC Sharing 4 USB Devices, One-Button Swapping for Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Printer, Computer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M66SD79/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_X9.FDbAACTD52

It's called a KVM switch, but they can be expensive. If the laptops are modern you can use docks with just a single USB C 3.0 plug for everything, but that is also costly.

Edit: so something like two of [these] (https://www.amazon.com/Targus-Universal-Docking-Charging-DOCK120USZ/dp/B019M3QRPW/) (if you have modern USB-C based laptops and want a 1 plug solution) and one of these, though I've never really shopped for these and you can probably do better than the first Amazon results.

From the look of it I'd take a resolution hit to my desktop with that. "Supports video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536" I was wondering if there was an easier way to do what I was suggestion as two KVMs seems excessive. Looking at this at the moment, just quite expensive obviously

What do you think about something like this? Is this considered a balun? It seems to check off most of my requirements and its nice that the hdmi/keyboard/mouse/other usb would all go along a single cat6 cord.

You want a KVM switch.

Something like this - it's a basic 2 port one, you can get higher quality and more ports.

2 Port USB KVM Switch RKV-1UC. Built-in USB Cable and Switch Remote. 1 Set of VGA Monitor & USB Keyboard/Mouse to Control up to 2 Computers. VGA Port Supports up to 2048 x 1536 Resolution
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042G49XM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GCL0BbMHTE5EJ

USB Switch Selector, KVM Switcher for 2 PC Sharing 4 USB Devices, One-Button Swapping for Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Printer, Computer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M66SD79/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gK1vDbMSFNWEK

Keep one of the plugs internal, plugged into your raspi, run the other one to something like this, with the port mounted towards the back.

StarTech.com 1 ft Panel Mount USB Cable B to B - F/M (USBPNLBFBM1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M8VBIS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7M1vDb5N53ENZ

>I have a X1E 8750H 32GB RAM and two SSDs NVMe 970PRO 1Tb

You are not poor. No need to use poor people solutions to problems

• Get a case that houses two PCs, like Phanteks ENTHOO MINI XL, Corsair 1000D, HAF Stacker, ... and build two PCs in it
  
• Or get hades canyon nuc and put windows on it. Then put it at the back of a monitor with vesa mount or somewhere out of sight. This would be my preferred solution.
  
  Then all you need is some nice kvm switch or even just some cheap one and you are switching between the two systems instantly.

Many USB devices are often not backwards compatible with PS/2. There is no simple translation possible, so you have to use something smarter like for instance this active converter: https://www.amazon.com/Minicom-Converter-Switch-Extender-0DT60002/dp/B00404YD8W/ to do the proper conversion.

This should work. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B06XDRT9NX/

I can't help with the latency concerns.

EDIT:

>Does it support 144hz display?
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>Yes, SV231DPU34K supports DisplayPort 1.2. Therefore, depending on the resolution it will be able to handle 144hz as long as it is within the limitations of DisplayPort 1.2.
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>Atha, StarTech.com SupportBy StarTech·com Support Manufacturer on March 5, 2019

From this one: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07JDYTYST/

Which is the same but for only 1 monitor.

I might just try ordering a couple ribbon cables, just for laughs. But i don't now if they are A or B type.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-2-Port-DisplayPort-Switch-SV211DPUA/dp/B00FSARDCA/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=displayport+usb+kvm&qid=1562886501&s=electronics&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1

As long as you have enough ports on the Surface pro dock to connect everything else.

i have the HDMI version and its nice keeping hardware count down on duplicate keyboards/ mice. etc.

You don't want a dock, you want a KVM switch -


CKLau 4Kx2K Ultra HD 4 Port HDMI Cables KVM Switch Control 4 Computers/DVR/NVR with USB 2.0 Hub and Audio Support Keyboard Mouse Switching for Linux, Windows, Mac, Unix https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HRBBLWN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_5o-ZDbZZE7DXH

> a good DVI-D KVM switch with 2 usb ports below $50.

Doesn't exist. Pricing for a good 2-port DVI KVM is around $150.

Well this setup is basically the same thing as Linus's 2 gamers 1 CPU episode; and while it has some downsides, the upside is that the performance should be really close to bare metal (like within a few fps of a normal rig with the same hardware). Unlike normal VMs (which suffer performance issues), the host OS (linux) and guest OS (windows) aren't sharing resources and are instead splitting up the hardware and taking nearly direct control of the hardware you assign to them.

The downsides are that you're essentially running 2 computers at the same time and they can't share certain resources with eachother (CPU, RAM and hard disks are easy to split up, so you don't need to worry about that). Each OS needs their own GPU (unless you use certain AMD or Quadro GPUs), USB ports, monitor, and keyboard/mouse.

A hypothetical setup:

• Use a monitor/TV that accepts multiple inputs; use 2 monitors (one for linux and 1 for Windows); or use a KVM switch (example)
  
• i7-8700k (a 6 core, 12 thread CPU): I'd assign 2 cores/4 threads to the Linux machine and give the rest to Windows
  
• 16GB RAM: 4-6GB of RAM to Linux and the rest to Windows. Personally I multitask like crazy so I'd get ~24GB and assign around 8GB of RAM to Linux.
  
• GTX 1080: Assign to the Windows machine and hookup a cable from the GPU to one of the inputs on the monitor or kvm
  
• CPU's integrated GPU: Assign to Linux and hookup a cable from the motherboard to the other input on the monitor or kvm
  
• Install a PCI USB card: Assign this to Windows machine, since the motherboard's USB ports will likely be auto-assigned to the Linux machine.
  
  Then you can either have 1 keyboard/mouse plugged into the motherboard (to control Linux) and another plugged into the PCI USB card (to control Windows), or use the KVM and switch back and forth, or just unplug and plug 1 keyboard/mouse into whatever PC you need to use at that moment.

This has worked for me, though it's meant for sharing one monitor among two computers as opposed to switching live video.

https://www.amazon.com/TESmart-HDMI-Ultra-Switch-3840x2160/dp/B078LY741V

Oh nice tell me how it goes. I have a similar setup. I use this KVM:

http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-2-Port-Switch-Includes-TK-207K/dp/B000F4C310/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344706366&sr=8-1&keywords=trendnet+kvm

it works with my USB keyboard and mouse.

Would this not work for what you are trying to do? I use this at home and it works quite well.

They do have HDBaseT boxes that include USB as well all over the single Ethernet wire. All the ones I have seen are pretty expensive though but maybe you can find an affordable one.

Here is one of the cheaper ones.

https://www.amazon.com/AV-Access-Extender-Keyboard-Management/dp/B01GYKVWC4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497684902&sr=8-1&keywords=hdbaset+usb

Maybe something like this? -- https://www.amazon.com/Revesun-Multi-Viewer-input-output-Switcher/dp/B01D89JEDI

or -- https://www.amazon.com/Expert-Connect-Multi-Viewer-Divider-Viewing/dp/B079SHZFRX

Like this? http://www.amazon.com/1PORT-USB-Remote-KVM-Spider/dp/B000OH5MDO/

FWIW, your internet not being reliable and your internal network not being reliable are two different things, you might be able to get away with a basic VNC session to the desktop, since that doesn't use the internet and your internal network should be snappy enough for this.

Or get a CAT5 VGA/USB extender, like this (you'll need a second monitor, though) - https://smile.amazon.com/StarTech-SV565UTPU-Console-Extender-500-ft/dp/B00267TXZ8?sa-no-redirect=1

You'll probably need something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005WKGZCU/ref=pd_aw_sbs_1?pi=SS115&simLd=1

Basically I'm looking for a cheaper solution of this

300+ is too much for what I'm trying to do.

>docking station with a KVM

Something like this ?
https://www.amazon.com/TESmart-HDMI-Ultra-Switch-3840x2160/dp/B078LY741V/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=2+hdmi+monitor+kvm+switch&qid=1566783095&s=gateway&sr=8-15


But this only output 1 monitor no ?

Here's one. Looks like the lowest price for 4k 60hz. I'd start here and work my way up if it doesn't work or if quality isn't up to your standard. Make sure you don't buy anything that's not returnable. YMMV.

AV Access HDMI USB KVM Extender(HDBaseT),Uncompressed 4K 60Hz over Cat5e/6a with Zero Latency ,High speed 4 ports USB2.0, RS232 & Independent EDID,HDR & Dobly Vision,Dolby Atmos & DTS:X https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GYKVWC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iqlJAbMKRDDB0

My first thought is a KVM like this. Might be expensive and idk if it adds some marginal latency to your keyboard. You plug your PC and Switch HDMI and USB into the KVM and then the KVM to the monitor in question.

Sorry for the incomplete answer. I read a lot of questions and don't spend as much time as I probably should reading them carefully.

What you can do is get a laptop dock, a USB switch (example), and two HDMI switches (example).

The HDMI switches would be optional if you're fine manually selecting inputs and I believe there are also audio switches for your speakers too.

Plug your USB devices into the USB switch and connect one output to your dock and one output to your PC. Ditto with the HDMI and audio connections. When you get home with your laptop, plug it into the dock and hit all the switches.

I do the same thing, this works great for me:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GYKVWC4/

Although, turns out it doesn't have enough bandwidth to run the vive's HDMI connection and usb connection at the same time. You can probably go with a cheaper one that only has HDMI. This requires a direct point to point connection through an ethernet cable, this is not something that can go through your router or a switch.

For the USB connection I run this cable:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0040IG1A6

I don't notice any additional latency at all, it has been working flawlessly.

Just to clarify,

You're looking to use one set of keyboard and mouse for two laptops.

Like you sort of mentioned about, you aren't looking for a docking station but a KVM.

Here's a two channel HDMI.
https://www.amazon.com/JideTech-Peripheral-Sharing-Support-Resolution/dp/B07QM6ND7R/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=two+computer+kvm&qid=1574806469&smid=A1DL8MO0B89SKG&sr=8-4

Since you are setting the laptops up on their own displays you don't need to plug in the HDMI

You are looking for a cheap HDBaseT with USB extender.

Examples:
https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=21669
https://www.amazon.com/AV-Access-Extender-Independent-Management/dp/B01GYKVWC4
https://atlona.com/product/at-ome-ex-rx/

Or just use Raspberry Pi 4s as SteamLink boxes if you have the network for it. I say "cheap" because coming from pro AV where just my transmitter costs me more than the pair off Amazon makes it cheap by comparison.

KVM switch example on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Switch-Remote-Control/dp/B00FSARDCA/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=B00FSARDCA&qid=1571430921&sr=8-1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0brtBRDOARIsANMDykb4eNtk5BKjjGoF8BejhTIms8Qw3-Zr3gtueqQv8K8O7LFquQ27eBYaAoFQEALw_wcB&th=1&psc=1 I didn't really look at reviews of this device, just wanted to give you the first example I could find.

> 27' 144 hz display

This is going to be a problem. KVM switches that support 144Hz pass-through are pretty damned pricey.

So the only way this could be done cheaply is if you use the multiple inputs on the monitors and then switch them over manually when you also switch over on the KVM switch.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078LY741V/ref=psdcmw_13983771_t1_B07NZMM2PK Have a look at this, this has hotkeys as a feature and to activate it, you double tap scroll lock and then the input you want such as Mac. I have never conventionally seen a button KVM not that I am saying they don't exist but most KVM switches are used in data centres or on servers when you have multiple of them. You do however need to put the keyboard and mouse into the KVM for the hotkeys to work.

Originally had this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042G49XM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Now have this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014QM3JY6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have never used this, but I THINK this is what you're looking for

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-SV565UTPU-Console-Extender-500-ft/dp/B00267TXZ8

You can but its expensive

https://www.amazon.com/1PORT-USB-Remote-KVM-Spider/dp/B000OH5MDO

IOGEAR 2-Port USB DisplayPort Cable KVM Switch (GCS52DP) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZDQDN4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_cMOLn3r9TvYNB

Google gave me this

You need this thing usually. I wouldn't call it a jumper though. You may have to turn it on in the BIOS too.

You need a KVM switch: StarTech.com 2-Port USB DisplayPort Cable KVM Switch with Audio (SV211DPUA) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FSARDCA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3XHCxbV0JH9RP

Yes -- there are display port KVM switches.

AV Access USB KVM Extender,100m(330ft) 4K 60Hz over Cat5e/6a ,Keyboard+Mouse+HDMI+USB,4 ports USB2.0,RS232,Independent EDID Management https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GYKVWC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_nq0QzbJJT995G

I did that in some of the rooms, the other rooms I used simple Ethernet to usb converters on a second line.

This ^

https://www.amazon.com/IOGEAR-2-Port-DVI-D-Switch-GCS932UB/dp/B076ZDQDN4/

Just get a kvm for your setup. They're not too expensive:

https://www.amazon.ca/IOGEAR-GCS52DP-2-Port-DisplayPort-Switch/dp/B076ZDQDN4/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=kvm&qid=1569855071&sr=8-15

If it has a serial header, get a backplate for it

One of these?

https://www.amazon.com/AV-Access-Extender-Independent-Management/dp/B01GYKVWC4/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1542683433&sr=8-6&keywords=4k+kvm

Maybe a KVM over ethernet?

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-SV565UTPU-Console-Extender-500-ft/dp/B00267TXZ8

A kvm switch im not sure if this one supports simultaneous input but this will get you on the right track.

I think I have standard SUB KVM now because it connects via USB.

I have a rosewell keyboard now which doesn't have any special software really, but it doesn't work if I attach it to KVM's keyboard USB (it has a usb for keyboard and a mouse). If I recall correctly, that's because the Rosewell is a "gaming keyboard" which is not a standard USB protocol and thus doesn't work on that keyboard USB.

I guess if it's really that such a big of a deal I could just get a USB expander and connect to the KVM's only "regular" USB.

I have a PC setup where I can hit a button and switch between two different PC's using a switcher device. If you can find one that switches between hdmi and display-port, but also has what is needed to switch your pc speakers. Then it would just be 1 button press and presto.


https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B076ZDQDN4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1


This is the one I use, you could maybe use a display port to hdmi adapter on the switch end, and get away with this one. I am not sure how that will go over though, maybe someone more tech savvy can chime in. Just throwing this out there I am aware it's not cheap.

No it does. But I want to do something like this and split the signal so I can have my antenna and then a fire stick on the same screen.

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You can use something like this. Works fine. Still requires evil Java ... but what doesn't?



Then a power control unit to match...

Having a hard time finding a standalone DP switch and I also read some dont support heavy gpu rendering so it might not work with my gaming desktop. I think I'm going to go this route:

4k Monitor DP ---> Desktop
4k Monitor HDMI ---> Splitter --> Macbook
1440p Monitr HDMI --> Splitter --> Macbook
1440p Monitor DP --> Desktop

keyboard, mouse, headset, other usb devices --> 1-2x (maybe daisy chaining them?) USB 3.0 KVM SWITCH --> Desktop and Macbook

The only thing I would really need now is audio and ethernet switch...

I found this thing - https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-SV231DPDDUA2-DisplayPort-Dual-Display-Microphone/dp/B06XDRT9NX

and this - https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Dual-Monitor-Docking-Station/dp/B011NLY5J6
This one I can use as a 1x usb, 1 DP and 1 HDMI monitor, and power and then add a couple usb extensions if needed?

1. You could get a kvm extender and run Cat5e/Cat6a but as you said you may deal with some latency and you will still need another set of peripheral devices. I thought about getting one for my VIVE.
   
   
2. It's an apple tv for games. From what I've heard and experienced it works fine until you run something like Mortal Kombat X and have to basically be a Jedi and know what's gonna happen before it happens. Lag sucks and it's basically and underpowered PC but it can do Netflix in 4k.
   
   3)This is what I went with, you can still stream games if you're low on hard drive space, Netflix is finally bringing 4k to PC w/ Kaby lake and you can customize and configure your PC any way you want.

Hey I did this same thing with an Xbox One X. I have it way down in the basement closet, connected to a TV two floors away. You really need 2 things. And you need 2 runs of ethernet (CAT6).

First, an HDBASET Transmitter and Receiver. Its just HDMI running over ethernet. The entry level Monoprice RX/TX kits have been running perfect for me for about 5 years now. If you scour eBay, you can find cheap Atlona kits. Those are solid. 1080p. If you want 4k, you might have to dig deeper.

The second thing you want is to run USB over ethernet. This will let you run your controller WIRED. You don't have to worry about signal or distance. It's just a straight up USB controller at this point. AV Access has a kit - same idea as the HDBaseT. It's cheap too: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EV33R8S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Now, if you can find an HDBASET kit that combines the HDMI and the USB, that's the killer product right there. *Edit* - Damn I missed the obvious. Same Amazon listing with the USB extender, here's your combo product:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GYKVWC4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

For $220, that's a steal for what that AV Access kit does.

I'm assuming this PC is not an actual server, so there is no IPMI based IP KVM that's baked in. If it is a server check it out, Dell has DRAC, Supermicro has their own IPMI, etc...

For a standalone IP KVM what I've used a ton of are these:

http://www.amazon.com/1PORT-USB-Remote-KVM-Spider/dp/B000OH5MDO?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

They're relatively cheap, within your budget. Work well, just upgrade to latest firmware in case it's a unit that's been sitting around. I've never really had any issues with these units and I have purchased these for every datacenter. My guys mostly use them for emergencies if they systems team has some kind of odd-ball device or can't use IPMI for some reason (i.e. they threw the on-board ports into a LAG, didn't wire up a dedicated IPMI port, and IMPI doesn't support LACP on supermicro.)