IOGEAR GCS932U MiniView Micro DVI-D 2 Port KVM with Audio and Cables
From IOGEAR
The two port GCS932U Mini View Micro USB DVI + Audio, KVM switch from IOGEAR represents a simple method for sharing one DVI monitor, Mouse, Keyboard, Speaker set and Microphone between two computers. The GCS932U employs two switching methods.The first is a simple remote switch that allows one tap switching, and it's remarkably small size allows placement in any convenient location on your desk.The second method is by hotkeys, the hot keys provide the means to independently switch control and audio functions between computers. Listen to music from one computer while working on the other.The GCS932U supports 32 bit color at resolutions to 1600 X 1200 @ 60 Hz. it is self powered and its mouse and keyboard emulation ensure uninterrupted operation when switching computers.
- Brand: Iogear
- Model: GCS932U
- Platform: Windows
- Format: CD
- Original language: English
- Dimensions: 10.40" h x 3.00" w x 7.70" l, 1.55 pounds
Iogear's GCS932U Mini View Micro USB DVI + Audio, KVM switch enables easy sharing of one DVI monitor, mouse, keyboard, speaker set, and microphone between two computers.
The GCS932U employs two switching methods:
- A remote switch provides one-tap switching. With a remarkably small size, the switch can be placed anywhere on your desk.
- Use hot keys to independently switch control and audio functions between computers. Listen to music from one computer while working on the other.
What's in the Box
GCS932 KVM switch, remote switch, user's manual, and registration card.
Nice product, but beware with Mac Pro desktop
I bought this to use with a Mac Pro (desktop) and a laptop. The product is designed nicely, but appears to havean incompatibility with the Mac Pro - whenever I'd switch away from the Mac it would crash, and the error report upon booting suggested the crash was happening in an Nvidia driver. Apparently when you switch away the computer loses EDID information from the monitor, then crashes. I tried the competing Belkin model (F1DG102D) and, while about $30 more expensive, it works well (though it does use a power adapter, while the Iogear does not). One other quirk with the Iogear is that when booting the DVD drive would pop open. I'm using a Logitech wireless keyboard mouse combo, perhaps the problem is related, but I don't see this with the Belkin.
Works for my setup
I purchased this item to switch my USB keyboard, mouse, speaker, and DVI LCD monitor connection between a laptop dock and my desk system. I looked at all of the DVI switches on Amazon and this switch was the best compromise between price, feedback, and features for my needs.
Some notes, especially WRT the comments about other switches:
- The special function keys (one-touch Word, Excel, etc) on my Microsoft keyboard continued to work through this switch
- This switch is supplied with a separate toggle switch (flat 1" diameter illuminated push button) which, when pressed, will toggle the switch. Green LED's on the button switch on/off to show which computer is selected.
- Switching may also be accomplished by double-pressing Scroll Lock on the keyboard. The hot key may also be changed to Ctrl by pressing/holding the pushbutton or by a keyboard hot-key sequence.
- There are several switching modes: switch everything, switch only the KVM functions, switch only the audio, or go into an AutoScan mode where it automatically toggles between the two computers at one of four user-selected intervals.
Works as expected
Works great, but the cables are way too SHORT; as a result it takes a lot of squeezing to get all the components close enough to connect.
IF IT HAD LONGER CABLES, I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO RECOMMEND IT.
