Is there a KVM switch that supports dual monitors using DVI or HDMI?

multiple-monitors hdmi dvi kvm-switch

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Solution 1

I went down this road for a while and then decided to use Remote Desktop which is built into all versions of Windows - it gets better with more controls with Windows 7. Made sure the two devices are on the same high speed switch. No cost no switches, FAST..just as fast as sitting at the keyboard...same keyboard same mouse....AND cut and paste between regular desktop and remote (remember to check the box which says multiple monitors in the configuration of RD....Couldn't believe the answer was right there all the time.

Laptop now sits with top closed and works perfectly.

Solution 2

How about this one? ADDERView 4 PRO DVI Multi-Screen

The ADDERView PRO is a professional grade KVMA switch delivering ultimate flexibility for users who wish to share high resolution screens (up to 5MP) and modern USB peripherals between a multiplicity of computers.

Solution 3

I just started using this from iogear at work to share two monitors, keyboard/mouse between two computers. While the product is a bit pricey, it is definitely worth it. I think you can get it on newegg for about $300.00.

I think you may find this product will do everything you need it to do.

http://www.iogear.com/product/GCS1642/

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oscilatingcretin

Updated on September 18, 2022

Comments

oscilatingcretin over 1 year

I have been looking for a KVM switch that I could hook up to my laptop docking station so that I could dock my work laptop at home, flip a switch, and have my laptop use my home PC's keyboard, mouse, and two monitors. I can't seem to find one on Amazon or Newegg.

No VGA ports. That's oldschool and I don't want anything to do with it. DVI or HDMI only. Can anyone provide me with a link or two?

Edit: It also most support 1920x1080 digitally (no analog) on both monitors.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  Find two regular DVI/HDMi switches and then splice the switcher wires together.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  check this or this
- Admin over 12 years
  
  I guess I should have mentioned 1920x1080 resolution. Edit - sorry, I didn't see the second link
- Admin over 12 years
  
  That sucks. The second one only does one analog and one digital per PC which means I would need to replace one of my DVI-Ds with a DVI-I.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  If they exist, they are crazy expensive I'm sure.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  Perhaps someone can shed some light on the big technological complexity with a KVM switch that meets my criteria. I can find single-display switches supporting digital video for a decent price, but adding the capability for a second digital video cable is just too much to ask in the the year 2012?
- Admin over 12 years
  
  Not a big enough market. Users just use RDC/VNC or get another screen.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  I may have misunderstood the different types of DVI. DVI-A is analog, DVI-D is digital, and DVI-I in integrated. Is the video quality from a DVI-I any less attractive because it supports digital and analog, whereas DVI-D is straight digital? If their digital streams are the same then the second one Raystafarian pointed me to would be good since it has one DVI-D and one DVI-I.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  @oscilatingcretin - Your computer likely only accepts DVI-D what does it matter what DVI-A and DVI-I are? Yes you have a fundamitel missunerstanding.
- Admin over 12 years
  
  Incorrect. My video card actually has two DVI-I ports.
- Admin about 7 years
  
  @HuckleFeb That may be the best idea I've heard in a long time. I was looking at the price of multiple monitor kvms and they're stupid expensive.
- Admin over 5 years
  
  Did you ever find anything for this? I am looking for an HDMI dual monitor solution to switch 2 screens between Desktop and Laptop
deveneyi over 12 years

We use these at work for switching 4 monitors, they work really well
oscilatingcretin over 12 years

"simple method for sharing one dual-link DVI monitor"
Fiasco Labs over 12 years

These things typically are like Ferraris, if you have to ask... Contact their local VAR while sitting down.
Ramhound over 12 years

@oscilatingcretin - You want a KVM that supports HDMI you are going to pay for that functionality. You don't expand on the reason a VGA connection is bad.
oscilatingcretin over 12 years

Did I not say DVI or HDMI in my question?. Furthermore, how do you know I am not willing to pay it? Lastly, I do not want VGA because I want to still use my main PC for gaming, so I am only willing to go digital, not analog. The dual-monitor KVM switches I've looked at don't support using different types of cables. They're either all analog or all digital, so I need all digital.
Fiasco Labs over 12 years

Tom, where is the price for this? It seems rather elusive Companies like this sell through VAR partners. They list on the website how to get in touch. VAR resellers typically deal with companies, though a few are willing to do one-offs to us for pleb use.
Flyto almost 11 years

Just to note on this - multi-monitor support for RD requires the "ultimate" or "enterprise" edition of Windows 7 (I believe on the host, not the client). The mere "pro" version only seems to allow one monitor. See windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/….
nicorellius almost 11 years

Actually, only requires Professional. Home can connect to Professional but not the opposite.
crush over 9 years

Is this fast enough to run high-end games? I'd think that performance might be affected in that scenario.
Brian Webster over 8 years

@crush no, this is more of a work solution.