Belkin (F1U201) 2-Port USB Switch Reviews

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I have used this switch flawlessly for about 4 months; that is, until I installed McAfee Security Center. I could only guess what "feature" of McAfee shuts down the software that runs this little device, but I am confident that McAfee is the cause. from Amazon.com This item does exactly what the description states. I have 2 computer connected to a printer using this device and switching between computers could not be easier. All you have to do is hit CTRL + F11 and it immediately switches between computers. from Amazon.com Does not work with any Intel based Mac, according to Belkin's website. I made the mistake of not researching it ahead of time. from Amazon.com I expected that the printer would AUTOMATICALLY be available to two different notebook computers via USB. In reality, software is involved plus the need to click on an icon in the System Tray. Even so, the switching did not produce consistent results. Both notebooks were running Windows XP Home Edition. from Amazon.com This is a software-controlled device, does not have any method to switch manually (as you might expect,) and does not come with any cables. The problem is that the device simply doesn't work: I have tried belkin's software, on both windows xp sp2, and mac os x 10.4. from Amazon.com This is a software-controlled device, does not have any method to switch manually (as you might expect,) and does not come with any cables. The problem is that the device simply doesn't work: I have tried belkin's software, on both windows xp sp2, and mac os x 10.4. from Amazon.com I bought this thing to act as a bottom-of-the-barrel KVM switch for a USB keyboard and mouse. Yes, the thing only has one output, but let me continue: I was able to hook this up to a powered USB 2.0 hub (in this case my monitor), and have it output everything on that hub to a PC and a Macbook. from Amazon.com A Low Cost alternative to Wireless Switching. This Printer share device works exactly as designed. from Amazon.com Be warned - Two things not listed on the item specifications and packaging (but is stated on Belkin Webpage)... Not compatible with OS10.3.x and DOES NOT SUPPORT MULTI-FUNTION PRINTERS! from Amazon.com easy to install the software on both computers, plug in the cables to your usb ports, and "presto"! from Amazon.com

Released	over 3 years ago
Number of Ports	2 USB
Form Factor	Mini
Additional Features	LED Data Indicator
Data Transfer Speed	Up to 12 Mbps
Depth	3.2 in.
Height	1.08 in.
MPN	F1U201
Number of Uplink Ports	1 USB
Type	USB Switch
UPC	722868436387
USB / Firewire Standards	USB 1.1
Warranty	1 Year
Weight	.8 oz. 0.8 oz.
Width	2.28 in.

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Belkin (F1U201) 2-Port USB Switch Reviews

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