D-Link KVM-221 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio Support
From D-Link Systems, Inc.

Control two computers using one monitor, USB keyboard, and USB mouse with D-Link 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio Support (KVM-221). The KVM-221 allows users to effortlessly control two systems without having to buy additional computer peripherals. It is ideal for the home office where business files are kept on one computer and personal files on another. With the built-in audio support, you can also share a set of speakers between two computers. Listen to music on one computer while having quick access to resources on the second computer You can even dedicate one computer as a music server.

  • Brand: D-Link
  • Model: KVM-221
  • Platform: Windows
  • Format: CD
  • Original language: English
  • Dimensions: 2.70" h x 6.50" w x 10.60" l, 1.45 pounds


Simple to install and easy to use, the 2-Port USB KVM Switch with Audio Support (KVM-221) is the ideal solution if you are looking for a dedicated music server, a professional working from home, or you’re simply looking to add another computer to your work station. The D-Link 2-port KVM Switch with Audio Support allows you to control two computers with a single monitor, USB keyboard, and USB mouse. Use the "select" button or keyboard hot keys to easily switch between two computers and perform multiple tasks. Unclutter your desktop and simplify your workspace with the compact D-Link KVM-221 KVM Switch.No drivers or software is required. It is a true plug and play device that will have you up and running quickly. Once connected, you can easily switch between the two computers with the front panel "select" button and keyboard hot keys. The built-in audio support allows you to share a set of speakers with two computers. This enables you to listen to Internet radio or voice conferences on one computer while surfing the web or performing other tasks simultaneously on the other. Use one computer as a dedicated music server while having full access to the other computer’s system resources.

Features and Benefits

  • Easy to install and even easier to use
  • compact in size, making it fit into virtually any workspace
  • With the built-in audio support, you can also share a set of speakers between two computers
  • Ideal for the home office where business files are kept on one computer and personal files on another
  • Frees up your desktop space, minimizing wires and extra devices


crap product...crap support1
I bought this KVM because I was under the impression you could connect any combination of PC/Mac (with USB keyboard and mouse, of course) and I hooked up my G3 and G4. At first, I tried with the mouse still running into the USB port on the keyboard as usual. This did not work. I shut down both computers, ran the mouse into the KVM, re-booted, and this still didn't work. I then noticed the keyboard was not working on either computer. I e-mailed D-Link and the response I got was, "It appears your keyboard and mouse are not compatible." It appears? It appears I'm going to tell everyone what a piece of crap this product and your service are.

Granted, I was planning on buying a different mouse and I may still try to use this KVM, but I've got a feeling I'll end up buying the Connectpro KVM that everyone is going on about.

This switch would not work and Dlink has no support for it...1
tried with 3 different keyboards but it would not work. I wasted all day just trying to get it to work. And I am not illiterate, I am an engineer. Called DLINK 6 times and wasted another 3 hours they could not and would not help me. Low priority item? Probably. No solutions? Likely. Try to buy Belkin or something else, save lots of hassle.

KVM2
This USB KVM did not let my keyboard hotkeys (shortcuts) work through it.
D-link support said it will not.

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