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scar   07-20-2005 at 02:31:43 AM

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Is it possible to connect and use two computers to a single monitor?

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Anonymous   07-20-2005 at 04:46:40 PM
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Yes, you'll need one of those switch boxes (similar to the ones used for two
printers and 1 printer port) you plug each monitor in, and switch between
monitors as required. Just ask at your computer store for specifics. You can
get ones now that will cater for your keyboard, mouse and monitor to use
between two computers. It's all good these days.

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Anonymous   07-20-2005 at 12:24:05 PM
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Yes.
KVM that can enable you to have two or more PC's using one monitor and
one keyboard.

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ssg MS-MVP

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Anonymous   07-20-2005 at 02:31:44 AM
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Yes. Do a Google search for a KVM (Keyboard-Video-Mouse) Switch.


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Alias   07-20-2005 at 07:08:58 PM
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I have that set up with a KVM switch. You can switch back and forth between
computers using your keyboard or a button on the switch. It cost me about 39
EUR.

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Anonymous   07-21-2005 at 01:50:32 AM
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Get a KVM. I got mine from Tiger Direct

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applica [...] age12.y=12

although I would guess that any computer accessory supplier would have them.
I have been using the Trendware one, but I don't see why any of the others
wouldn't work.
Brian

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