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Looking for reliable, inexpensive (under $60) 2-Port KVM Switch for PS2.
Want:

1. Switch via switchbox button as well as keyboard hotkey.
2. Accommodate Linux, Win 9x, Win 2000, Win XP
3. Reliable re:
a. I've read that some KVM switches use the keyboard (only) for switching
and that they may not accommodate Linux.
b. I've read that come KVM switches require a special adapter to run with
Linux.
c. I've read that some KVM switches are susceptible to the order that the
2 PC's boot, or which PC (if any) is turned on.
d. I plan on running 1024x768. I've heard that higher resolutions
require higher quality (shielded) KVM video cables. I'd prefer a unit
whose default video cabling is shielded (et al).
e. 1 to 2 second keyboard/mouse freeze between switches is okay, but
significantly longer is not.

Unsure whether to get KVM Switch that includes audio. I plan to normally not
have the audio connected to the KVM switch. This way I can listen to a CD on
1 PC, and still get the sounds from the other PC. However, I may
occassionally wish to connect audio on both PC's to the KVM Switch.
Therefore, since the extra cost is only moderate, I'd prefer that the KVM
Switch optionally allows the user to includes audio in the switching.

I'm considering:

BELKIN 2-Port KVM Switch with Audio Support and Built-In Cabling,
PS2, Model F1DL102P

BELKIN 2-Port KVM Switch (no Audio), PS2, Model F1DB102P

StarTech 2 Port StarView KVM Switch with Audio, StarTech.com ID: SV211KA

The StarTech model is more expensive, but if feedback says that is much more
reliable than Belkin, then this is what I'll go with.

Request feedback, references to website reviews et al, and recommendations on
other (alternative) KVM Switches.

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It's been over a year since I installed my KVM switch. The first was a generic brand that left me with a fuzzy screen. Then got the BELKIN 2-Port KVM Switch (no Audio), PS2, Model F1DB102P and have had no trouble. I seem to remember from the reviews that it might freak out if you try to boot both machines simultaneously so I have never tried doing that. However, booting one at a time it doesn't matter which one you boot.

Sometimes switching back and forth the mouse will act funny...not with XP, but with the machine that has WinME. To cure it I have discovered that by right clicking on the screen and then left clicking in a harmless place it will straighten out.

My only regret...I didn't get the audio. Might not use it all the time but it would sure be nice to have the option.

....WW (5.0)

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I like www.kvmsource.com usually for good pricing on all sorts of accessories or peripherals... but they specialize in KVM switches

Reply to robbierob

Try this one, ive had good luck with it

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspag [...] pe=product

Belkin with audio for 59.99 at bestbuy, i bet you could find cheaper one online

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