KVM Switches

[n7vxj]

Here's my dilemma Guys.I have a 4-port kvm switch in use now with all ports used.I'm gonna need another one for the new Asus cruncher.It is possible for me to daisy chain another 4-port kvm switch from the original, or am I stuck going out and buying an 8-port kvm switch?

[roadtech]

I don't think you can chain them Paul.
Did you get the board yet....:)

[BBA]

If it's programmable, they usually are capable of being daisy chained. Look at it's manual.

[Siliconjunkie]

Or, if you get another brand that uses a different key, they will usually chain.

But, chained ones can be a pain. We use the at work with 1 K/M to 4-5 racks. Gotta do some hunting sometimes.

[PresterJohn]

you shouldn't have any problem daisy-chaining them, same manufacturer or not...just as long as you chain them via the video and ps/2 connectors. don't expect the hotkey to work reliably though afterwards (a hotkey is simply the keystrokes some kvms support which allow swtiching from PCs #1-4 w/o having to press the kvm buttons manually).

you should look into controlling the PC via VNC or remote desktop (if it's XP)...you save a bundle on KVM's. :)

[n7vxj]

The switch I have is manual.I figured I could run the mouse, keyboard, video cable from port 4 to the input ports of switch 2.Switch 2 will also be a manual switch.I looked at the cost of 8 port switches and almost messed my pants!! It's the wrong time of the year to be putting out that kind of money on toys, for me!! Specially with 5 kids, and 3 Grandkids, to have to buy presents for.

Kev, it's not here yet, just planning ahead!! Once it gets here, I wanna have everything planned out, and have it crunchin as soon as possible!!

Dan

[roadtech]

:( MAN IS THE MAIL SLOW OR WHAT.....:mad:

NO WONDER THEY CALL IT SNAIL MAIL....:bunny:

[Siliconjunkie]

don't expect the hotkey to work reliably though afterwards (a hotkey is simply the keystrokes some kvms support which allow swtiching from PCs #1-4 w/o having to press the kvm buttons manually). Remember, not all of them have actual buttons on them. None of mine do.