Best KVM Switches for Basic

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IOGear 2-PORT USB GCS22U

$28.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the switch and instructions were so simple i was able to do it myself in just a few minutes.
from PC fan, www.newegg.com
other thoughts: great price for a simple kvm setup.
from cubsftw, www.newegg.com
other thoughts: if you want a basic kvm for the office, you can't go wrong with this one.
from www.amazon.com
the simple button does the switching job, and does away with all the hot-key problems i've read about in so many kvm reviews.
from www.amazon.com
this kvm switch was simple to put in (plug and play) and i just tucked the toggle button next to my tower...and done.

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Positives: Fast, Easy To Set Up, Compact, Supported Platforms: Mac,Sun

2 RECOMMENDED by 4 people for BASIC

Iogear 2PT USB PR SWCH-USB 2.0 AUTO SWCH Cables

Iogear 2PT USB PR SWCH-USB 2.0 AUTO SWCH USB Cables (GUB211) KVM Switch

$28.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i got the simple iogear gcs932u kvm which is great too!
from www.amazon.com
the software is simple!
from www.amazon.com
i am amazed that such a simple and relatively cheap device does!
from www.amazon.com
i followed the extremely simple directions (just like my wife taught me to, lol).

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Positives: Easy To Set Up, Stable, Compact, Additional Features: LED Data Indicator

3 RECOMMENDED by 13 people for BASIC

Trendware 2PORT USB KIT

Trendware 2PORT USB KVM SWITCH KIT W/ AUDIO 2 X 4FT 1.2M USB KVM CABLES (TK-209K)

$31.00 Est. at Amazon

from diverdave from Matteson, IL, clickfrom.buy.com
installation was a breeze, and the function is simple.
from www.amazon.com
this kvm switch works great, i have it attached to a windows xp and a windows vista machine and it works without any problems, the software is pretty simple to setup and you can configurate the hot
from www.amazon.com
this is a fairly good product and works basically as advertised.
from www.amazon.com
simple to set up, just plug the keyboard, mouse, monitor and speakers into the switch then turn one computer on when the number one selector is on.
from www.amazon.com
it does works great, i have it attached to a windows 2003 server and a windows vista machine and it works without problems, the software is pretty simple to setup and you can configurate the hot keys

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Positives: Easy To Set Up, Compact, Fast, No. of Computers Controlled: 2

4 RECOMMENDED by 4 people for BASIC

Aten CS62DU 2-port

$106.00 Est. at Amazon

from Jon W, www.newegg.com
simple click of a button (or keystrokes) and it makes the switch within 2 seconds.
from g-money, www.newegg.com
i basically have to restart the laptop in order for the video to be recognized.
from www.amazon.com
this is fine for old-style, basic 101/102 key keyboards but if you have an enhanced keyboard with extra buttons for things like multimedia such as my microsoft natural keyboard 4000, the other kvms
from Schattenjaeger, www.newegg.com
when my mouse was producing seemingly random letter outputs i eventually realized i'd plugged it into the "keyboard in" lead on the switch.have not tried out the audio aspect, as the one box i'm
from N/A, www.newegg.com
pros: simple, compact, and easy.

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Positives: Compact, High Quality, Easy To Set Up, No. of Computers Controlled: 2

5 RECOMMENDED by 7 people for BASIC

IOGear 2PORT USB GCS42UW6

$48.00 Est. at Amazon

from N/A, www.newegg.com
it's simple and easy.
from GLXYZ, www.newegg.com
works great!- a great value- i like the simple design of a manual button with indicator lights next to it so i can know immediately the state of the swiitch when i click the button.
from www.amazon.com
it's simple and easy to set up.
from Jake, www.newegg.com
basically plug in and go.
from vic, www.newegg.com
pros: simple installation sleek simple design cons: keyboard doesn't work?

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Positives: Compact, Fast, Easy To Set Up, No. of Computers Controlled: 2

StarTech.com 2 Port USB VGA Cable KVM Switc

$64.00 Est. at Amazon

from GW, www.newegg.com
other thoughts: i have a simple usb keyboard.
from Johnny, www.newegg.com
very simple.

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Positives: Easy To Set Up, Compact, Consistent Performance, Keyboard Connector: USB

Belkin Flip DVI-D KVM and Audio Switch F1DG102D

$155.00 Est. at Amazon

from Ferley, www.newegg.com
simple in design and i am very pleased with the product.
from www.newegg.com
had the connection been a little more sophisticated then basically a headphone jack, i probably would not have had this problem" while my cons do outweigh my pros, once setup, this device does
from Brad in Texas, www.newegg.com
simple, elegant, and works as advertised.
from jchoefer, www.shopping.com
pros: simple to use.
from hightechdave, www.newegg.com
pros: simple, elegant design.

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Positives: Fast, Consistent Performance, No. of Computers Controlled: 2, KVM Type: Keyboard / Video / Mouse / Sound - Switch

Kodak EasyShare M1063 10.3 MP Digital Camera SilvVM Switch

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from www.amazon.com
this is a simple to use point and shoot with 10.3 megapixels resolution and it is amazingly endowed for its price range.
from www.amazon.com
because the fuji is a much larger camera, i was looking for something simple and compact.
from www.amazon.com
i can wholeheartedly recommend this simple to use and fairly inexpensive camera.
from www.amazon.com
its flaw was simple - after i turned the camera on, its light would flash on and then it would turn off.
from www.amazon.com
although i haven't been using this very long, it seems so far to be a very nice camera, maybe a few too many features for the average point-and-click family snapper (unless you have a hobby such as

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Fast, Keyboard Connector: AT

Belkin AV24503TT 1-port

$36.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
just a quick note to say that this switch works as advertised...it is well made, comes in a simple form factor, one that you must make sure you use the rf antenna.
from www.amazon.com
simple installation.

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Positives: High Quality, Easy To Set Up, Easy To Use, No. of Computers Controlled: 1

IOGear Mini view micro GCS932U 2-port

$111.00 Est. at Amazon

from bvrev.compusa.com
the keyboard works as a basic keyboard, but many features are not available.
from www.amazon.com
i like the simple button switch that allows alternating between pcs with a simple touch of the button.
from Rhaspun, www.newegg.com
a simple design with dvi video interface for a cheap price.
from CrisisDog, www.newegg.com
allows basic audio switching, handles 1920 x 1200 dvi resolution.
from www.amazon.com
no issues, simple to hook up.

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Positives: Easy To Set Up, Compact, High Quality, No. of Computers Controlled: 2

IOGEAR MiniView DVI-D KVM

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from bvrev.compusa.com
the keyboard works as a basic keyboard, but many features are not available.
from www.amazon.com
i like the simple button switch that allows alternating between pcs with a simple touch of the button.
from CrisisDog, www.newegg.com
allows basic audio switching, handles 1920 x 1200 dvi resolution.
from Rhaspun, www.newegg.com
a simple design with dvi video interface for a cheap price.
from www.amazon.com
no issues, simple to hook up.

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Positives: Easy To Set Up, Compact, High Quality

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Best KVM Switches for Basic

IOGear 2-PORT USB GCS22U

Iogear 2PT USB PR SWCH-USB 2.0 AUTO SWCH Cables

Trendware 2PORT USB KIT

Aten CS62DU 2-port

IOGear 2PORT USB GCS42UW6

StarTech.com 2 Port USB VGA Cable KVM Switc

Belkin Flip DVI-D KVM and Audio Switch F1DG102D

Kodak EasyShare M1063 10.3 MP Digital Camera SilvVM Switch

Belkin AV24503TT 1-port

IOGear Mini view micro GCS932U 2-port

IOGEAR MiniView DVI-D KVM

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