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Vanilla DeVille · 03-23-2004, 08:15 PM

I am going to be adding another box under my desk soon (that's a PC for you perverts

), and I am looking for the best KVM switches. I want to be able to share between 2-3 PCs, but I have heard that most degrade the video signal to the monitor (not good for editing, damn it). What are the best KVM devices?

jact · 03-23-2004, 08:18 PM

I went with this on doober's suggestion:

http://store.yahoo.com/kvm-switch/gcs14.html

It's great, mostly. My extra mouse buttons don't work with it, but I adapted to that easily enough. I run 1600x1200 @ 32bit and have absolutely no problems with video quality or color with this KVM.

AaronM · 03-23-2004, 08:20 PM

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Originally posted by Vanilla
I am going to be adding another box under my desk soon (that's a PC for you perverts ), and I am looking for the best KVM switches. I want to be able to share between 2-3 PCs, but I have heard that most degrade the video signal to the monitor (not good for editing, damn it). What are the best KVM devices?

I have a Raritan CompuSwitch that controls 4 computers. No loss in quality. I have had it for maybe 5 or 6 years. Rock solid equipment.

Lace · 03-23-2004, 08:21 PM

I need to invest in one of these soon.

chupacabra · 03-23-2004, 08:23 PM

Rose Electronics, no question... highest grade KVM's in existance..

Rose Electronics

ztik · 03-23-2004, 08:24 PM

LINKSYS

The KVM supports everything and doesn't downgrade the video signal. Even supports all the custom buttons on your keyboard (my old kvm didn't). Also like it cause you don't have to plug it in.

Vanilla DeVille · 03-23-2004, 08:25 PM

Thanks for the suggestions, guys! I will check those out. Don't some of the newer switches share additional items as well (speakers, mic, USB, etc.)?

Mr Pheer · 03-23-2004, 08:25 PM

I have a Raritan MX4-32 that controls 32 computers, but currently only using it for 25 computers

chupacabra · 03-23-2004, 08:26 PM

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Originally posted by ztik
LINKSYS

The KVM supports everything and doesn't downgrade the video signal. Even supports all the custom buttons on your keyboard (my old kvm didn't). Also like it cause you don't have to plug it in.

Linksys = $50
RoseL = $500

Vitasoy · 03-23-2004, 08:32 PM

Raritan, and pick whatever model suits you.

Vanilla DeVille · 03-23-2004, 08:34 PM

That's three votes for Raritan... Looks like they're a favorite.

icecycle · 03-23-2004, 11:11 PM

3 for linksys....works perfect for years

elric · 03-23-2004, 11:16 PM

I have a Belkin 4-port omnicube that has worked fine for several years. I don't notice any monitor degradation. It only cost like $20.

Also, it works with multiple versions of Linux and Windows (not all do). I have it hooked up to 4 machines now...

There's probably a better model out now though.

Vanilla DeVille · 03-23-2004, 11:26 PM

Cool - thanks so much guys!!

Kamilla36D · 03-23-2004, 11:28 PM

Hi there sexy! Long time!
I use d-link kvms and they're decent and not too pricey

kisses, Kamilla

WiredGuy · 03-23-2004, 11:55 PM

I've been using a Belkin Omniview 4port SE KVM for over 3 years now, switching back and forth between all 4 pc's almost daily. Would definitely recommend it.

WG

VirtuMike · 03-24-2004, 02:50 AM

I have a Tripplite 8 on one of my racks. It expands up to 255 machines on the same circuit, but most of the machines don't need kvm anyway. They say you're supposed to just chain them together. I like it but they're not that popular. Tap control twice and scroll. Totally convenient.

The best way to minimize degradation is to use really good cables. Tripplite makes really good thick cables.

fuzebox · 03-24-2004, 03:08 AM

What's with you guys and needing 4 computers?

Alky · 03-24-2004, 03:09 AM

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Originally posted by fuzebox
What's with you guys and needing 4 computers?

SPAM... DUH?

WiredGuy · 03-24-2004, 03:12 AM

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Originally posted by fuzebox
What's with you guys and needing 4 computers?

One machine is querying Google, another Findwhat and another for Overture. These scripts taken a very long time to run and its easier to run multiple PC's for these tasks. For me at least...

WG

Alky · 03-24-2004, 03:14 AM

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Originally posted by WiredGuy

One machine is querying Google, another Findwhat and another for Overture. These scripts taken a very long time to run and its easier to run multiple PC's for these tasks. For me at least...

WG

can you contact me? icq: 9287771 thanks

fuzebox · 03-24-2004, 03:16 AM

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Originally posted by WiredGuy

One machine is querying Google, another Findwhat and another for Overture. These scripts taken a very long time to run and its easier to run multiple PC's for these tasks. For me at least...

WG

Interesting... Are these scripts really that intensive, or does your setup just not handle multiple threads all that well?

Stewie · 03-24-2004, 03:18 AM

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Originally posted by fuzebox
What's with you guys and needing 4 computers?

Editing video/burning DVDs on one machine, graphics/file server machine, email & ICQ on another, etc...

fuzebox · 03-24-2004, 03:27 AM

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Originally posted by overlord

Editing video/burning DVDs on one machine, graphics/file server machine, email & ICQ on another, etc...

I do all this on one computer... two monitors, and 4 virtual workspaces. No problems...

brothenberg · 03-24-2004, 06:32 AM

If your running Linux/Unix or any PC, they are all good.

If you want high quality, check out Black Box.
http://catalog.blackbox.com/BlackBox...mainscreen.asp

This is what the corporate IT world uses especially with Sun boxes.

IF your using it for a personal station and you have a MAC and PS, check out Dr. Bott's stuff as it's just USB pass through.

FPs · 03-24-2004, 07:30 AM

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Originally posted by AaronM

I have a Raritan CompuSwitch that controls 4 computers. No loss in quality. I have had it for maybe 5 or 6 years. Rock solid equipment.

Raritan is really the best!

Check it here: http://raritan.com

03-23-2004, 08:15 PM	#1
Vanilla DeVille Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona! Posts: 8,097	Best KVM Devices? I am going to be adding another box under my desk soon (that's a PC for you perverts ), and I am looking for the best KVM switches. I want to be able to share between 2-3 PCs, but I have heard that most degrade the video signal to the monitor (not good for editing, damn it). What are the best KVM devices? __________________ Kisses, Vanilla DeVille SKYPE: vanilladeville DeVilleDigital Twitter

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jact Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Oakville, Canada Posts: 9,134	I went with this on doober's suggestion: http://store.yahoo.com/kvm-switch/gcs14.html It's great, mostly. My extra mouse buttons don't work with it, but I adapted to that easily enough. I run 1600x1200 @ 32bit and have absolutely no problems with video quality or color with this KVM. __________________ Free agent

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Vanilla DeVille Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona! Posts: 8,097	Thanks for the suggestions, guys! I will check those out. Don't some of the newer switches share additional items as well (speakers, mic, USB, etc.)? __________________ Kisses, Vanilla DeVille SKYPE: vanilladeville DeVilleDigital Twitter

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chupacabra Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 3,626	Rose Electronics, no question... highest grade KVM's in existance.. Rose Electronics

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ztik Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Nomad Posts: 5,196	LINKSYS The KVM supports everything and doesn't downgrade the video signal. Even supports all the custom buttons on your keyboard (my old kvm didn't). Also like it cause you don't have to plug it in.

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Vitasoy GFY HALL OF FAME DAMMIT!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 58,202	Raritan, and pick whatever model suits you. __________________ [email protected]

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Vanilla DeVille Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona! Posts: 8,097	That's three votes for Raritan... Looks like they're a favorite. __________________ Kisses, Vanilla DeVille SKYPE: vanilladeville DeVilleDigital Twitter

03-23-2004, 11:11 PM	#12
icecycle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 35	3 for linksys....works perfect for years

03-23-2004, 11:16 PM	#13
elric Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 296	I have a Belkin 4-port omnicube that has worked fine for several years. I don't notice any monitor degradation. It only cost like $20. Also, it works with multiple versions of Linux and Windows (not all do). I have it hooked up to 4 machines now... There's probably a better model out now though.

03-23-2004, 11:26 PM	#14
Vanilla DeVille Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona! Posts: 8,097	Cool - thanks so much guys!! __________________ Kisses, Vanilla DeVille SKYPE: vanilladeville DeVilleDigital Twitter

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WiredGuy Pounding Googlebot Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 34,486	I've been using a Belkin Omniview 4port SE KVM for over 3 years now, switching back and forth between all 4 pc's almost daily. Would definitely recommend it. WG __________________ I play with Google.

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VirtuMike Confirmed User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Seat 1A Posts: 2,483	I have a Tripplite 8 on one of my racks. It expands up to 255 machines on the same circuit, but most of the machines don't need kvm anyway. They say you're supposed to just chain them together. I like it but they're not that popular. Tap control twice and scroll. Totally convenient. The best way to minimize degradation is to use really good cables. Tripplite makes really good thick cables. __________________ Host it in AMSTERDAM at EUROTIVITY! - We also offer BACKUP SERVICES! XYZZY4L

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brothenberg Confirmed User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 168	If your running Linux/Unix or any PC, they are all good. If you want high quality, check out Black Box. http://catalog.blackbox.com/BlackBox...mainscreen.asp This is what the corporate IT world uses especially with Sun boxes. IF your using it for a personal station and you have a MAC and PS, check out Dr. Bott's stuff as it's just USB pass through. __________________ ICQ: 761286 AIM: Sourcemine Product Placement Sales for Feature Film and Televison, Fashion/Glamour Photographer, and p/t Computer Consulting.