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| Linksys PS2KVM4 ProConnect 4-Port Compact KVM Switch (PS/2) |
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List Price: $111.16
Our Price: $79.65
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Manufacturer: Linksys
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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Linksys
Compatibility: PC PS/2
EAN: 0745883549313
Feature: Manufacturer Warranty - 1 year warranty
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Label: Linksys
Manufacturer: Linksys
Model: PS2KVM4
Publisher: Linksys
Studio: Linksys
Warranty: 1 year warranty
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Manufacturer Warranty - 1 year warranty
Ports Qty - 4 Ports
Device Type - Monitor/keyboard/mouse switch
¿ Serves as a Quick Docking Station for Notebook Computers
¿ Supports an Incredible 1920 x 1440 Maximum Screen Resolution
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Editorial Reviews:
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Linksys' ProConnect KVM Switches allow you to instantly toggle between two PS/2-equipped desktop or notebook PCs while using a single monitor, PS/2 keyboard, and PS/2 mouse. Switch between two PCs with the press of a button. Plug your notebook PC into the KVM Switch and control it from your desktop PC's monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Built to last and ready to run directly out of the box, Linksys's ProConnect Compact KVM Switches eliminate cable swapping while saving you desktop space and hundreds of dollars of hardware costs.Because they don't use software, the ProConnect Compact KVM Switches are compatible with all major desktop and note-book computers. They're the perfect choice for the home, the office, or anywhere else you manage multiple PCs.
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Here's everything you need to know...
Comment: What are the two big things with KVM switches?? How many computers does it let you control and how is the video resolution.
Now, everyone in the world talks about "the video resolution is decent", but no one is every specific. I have been through MANY KVM switches over the years and yet to find a decent one, until now.
I got this, hopes that the good reviews were right - and that this could handle a higher resolution. It can - and it's flawless!!
In my particular case, I have a 24" widescreen monitor and wanted to control 3 machines. My preferred resolution is 1680x1050. I plugged in my machines and the picture quality, at that resolution is THE SAME as when the cable is plugged directly in. I am particularly finicky as I use my computer a lot. And I'm telling you, this KVM has virtually no impact to video quality - which I've never seen before in a KVM.
ONE BAD THING:
Just like most of the other home/small-business use KVM, they still require use of PS/2 style mouse and keyboard connections. I don't have a PS/2 mouse OR keyboard anymore - and also, the PC's don't have those connections either. So that meant a handful of little adapters. EXCEPT - the keyboard USB to PS/2 - something is screwy with it, it won't acknowledge the keyboard. I tried multiple machines and multiple keyboards. So, I'm going to have to go and try to find a classic PS/2 style keyboard as USB keyboards don't work with these units (doesn't work on the 4-port D-Link either).
BOTTOM LINE: if you are getting a KVM and your primary concern is video quality, get this one!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Linksys disappoints
Comment: I had been using a Linksys 2 port KVM switch for years without a single problem so when it came time to add another computer, I naturally went with the Linksys 4 port model. Unfortunately, the 4 port model doesn't work nearly as well. The softkey controls on the 2 port model was a simple double click of any ctrl key. The 4 port model is a confusing and often times unsuccessful ctrl+alt+shift+. Not only that, the keyboard and mouse appear to 'blink' out pretty regularly. Mostly the mouse, which will often freeze. This is quite annoying and I'm ready to throw this piece of product right into the trash bin. And I'm being nice!
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Summary: LOOKOUT: It doesn't work with IBM
Comment: I've used KVMs over the years and this is the first one I've seen that doesn't work with IBM PCs. The manual suggests it's IBM's fault. Returning this POS.
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Summary: Gets the job done
Comment: From a functional standpoint, this is one of the best "non-industrial" KVM switches I've used. Switches between multiple OS's (W2K/XP/Linux) with no issues. Seems perfectly happy with both my antique IBM keyboard and my brand new Logitech wireless mouse (with USB->PS2 adapter and the standard number of buttons). Ergonomically, it could be better, though. As other reviewers have noted, cables attach to this puppy on 3 of 4 sides. When set up with the max of 4 machines, it has 15 cables attached to it. Since it weighs all of a half-pound, it's pretty much sitting where ever the cables want it to be, not where you want it to be. I was able to get it to stay where I want it without an utter mess by careful routing of cables and use of lots of cable ties. Also, again because of the light weight of the device, you need to hold it in place while depressing the selector button, or it tends to walk away from you. And finally, I'm not a fan of the hotkey combination required to activate the device: Alt, Ctrl, Shift, PC#(1-4), Enter. Five keystrokes - you've gotta be joking! I'm a much bigger fan of the Belkin way (ScrlLk, ScrlLk, Up/Down). Pity their current products are so dicey.
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Summary: good, simple and cheap
Comment: This is a very simple KVM. Lacking the fancy bells and whistles of the more expensive untis, this one does it's basic tasks.
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