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Multi-screen Uncommon setup?

Discussion in 'KVM' started by Don, Oct 21, 2022.

  1. Don

    Don Guest

    Howdy

    I have a gaming desktop with two Dell 21" LCD's w/ HDMI, wireless mouse (via USB dongle), gaming keyboard (USB). USB 3A and USB A connectors.

    I have an office laptop w/ 2x USB 3 C connectors. It needs to be hooked up to 2x 21"LCD. It too has a USB keyboard and wireless mouse (via USB dongle).

    What reliable product do you have that would allow these two to share my desk? I normally only run one at a time.

    Thanks
     
    Don, Oct 21, 2022
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  2. KVMGalore Expert

    KVMGalore Expert Staff Member

    Hello XXXX,

    Thank you for reaching out on our HelpCenter.

    A 2-port, dual-video-head HDMI KVM switch such as CS1842 will do the job for you. You may also want to look at 4-port, dual-video-head HDMI KVM switches for a larger selection.

    But...

    KVM switches, generally speaking, may not work well with your wireless mouse, so you may need to use a wired mouse. Learn more...

    a) You will need a USB-C to 2x HDMI video adapter to 'create' 2x HDMI connections from your laptop to the KVM switch.
    b) You will need a USB-C to USB-A adapter to facilitate the USB keyboard/mouse connection from your laptop to the KVM switch.

    Hope this helps!
    We welcome your questions - please come back and ask us anything, anytime. You may also give us a call at 1-800-636-3434 for further clarifications on this thread.

    Important note: To continue this discussion - please respond via KVMGalore HelpCenter thread, NOT via e-mail.
     
    KVMGalore Expert, Oct 25, 2022
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