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UGREEN USB KVM Switch Box 2 Port VGA Video Sharing Adapter 2 in 1 Out Manual Switcher with USB Cables for Computer PC Laptop Desktop Monitor Printer Keyboard Mouse Control
Last Updated: March 15, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
129
Old Reviews
7
Unverified
5
Spam Test
PASS
2
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
2 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 117 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Mouse
27keyboard and mouse, keyboard, usb, monitor, wireless
+96%
-4%
" ... I'm using it to share a USB mouse and keyboard between my home PC and my work laptop. ... "
" ... make your keyboard and mouse connections in the end ports . ... THIS DOES WORK with WIRELESS mouse, and keyboard. ... "
" ... I followed the cable from that mouse and then removed it. ... After that, the mouse and keyboard worked flawlessly with both computers. ... "
" ... A push of the button takes you to the other PC instantly with about 1/2 a second synch up time before the mouse or keyboard begins to work. ... "
" ... I had need for a simple usb keyboard/mouse switch for two systems on my desk and this does a good job with that, I don't use VGA video, so i cant speak to that, but this is a real nice solution for switching USB devices. ... "
" ... Wanted something to let me share/toggle 1 monitor, mouse, and keyboard between 2 computers. ... "
" ... No need for 2 monitors, keyboard and mouse. ... "
" ... I use this to share an monitor, keyboard and mouse between my home server and my pfsense server. ... "
Keyboard
25keyboard, mouse, monitor, wireless, usb
+92%
-8%
" ... With two computers and limited desk space this device works perfectly to share a single monitor and keyboard. ... "
" ... I needed an additional computer but didn't want to buy a monitor, keyboard and mouse. ... "
" ... I've got my home PC and my work Laptop connected to the box and now I can use 1 monitor, 1 keyboard and 1 mouse to operate both - yes!! ... "
" ... Push the button and my mouse/keyboard both switch over effortlessly. ... "
" ... keyboard and mouse can control both PCs. ... "
" ... After that, the mouse and keyboard worked flawlessly with both computers. ... "
" ... I don't use the monitor inputs just for my wireless keyboard and mouse. ... "
" ... Wanted something to let me share/toggle 1 monitor, mouse, and keyboard between 2 computers. ... "
Ports
20monitor, switch, vga, cables, vga cables
+85%
-15%
" ... Great little KVM switch. ... "
" ... I just plugged in the monitor cables, connected the USB cables and everything works fine . ... I used a wireless mouse, so the little USB piece plugs into this box. ... "
" ... No configuration is required beyond simply attaching the USB and VGA cables as desired. ... With two built-in USB inputs, there is a bit of flexibility but I find it easier to use a separate USB hub to "merge" USB input/output and then attach the hub to the KVM. ... It works fine with my monitor (a Dell 1920x1080 connected via VGA). ... "
" ... My monitor had DVI and HDMI ports so I can switch between my Mac and PC on the monitor, but I needed a way to use one keyboard and one mouse and switrch between the 2 systems. ... "
" ... Using this VGA switch for the 3rd. ... "
" ... YOU WILL NEED to provide your own VGA cables . ... Use the enclosed usb cables to run from any open usb ports on your computer, and into the side ports on the HUB . ... FINALLY the VGA port on the other end will go to your shared monitor. ... "
" ... Wireless USB fob works on both computers. ... "
" ... Truly plug and play. ... "
Device Compatibility
19monitor, pc, personal, work laptop, single
+100%
" ... I'm using it with a Linux box and a Windows box -- no issues w/either system. ... "
" ... Allows me to quickly switch between work and personal computers in my home office. ... "
" ... I also have a 27" monitor being fed by the video outputs of each laptop via this switch. ... I had to do some extra setup to get the sound from the two different laptops to play through one set of desktop speakers, but having HDMI inputs/outputs on the switch for video AND audio would have been easier and require fewer cables. ... "
" ... I'm running two different laptops into a single external monitor. ... "
" ... Wife is working from home and decided on this unit to go back and forth between her work laptop and her personal one with just a single mouse and keyboard. ... "
" ... Easily switch between systems ... "
" ... The device withe great and quickly switches between the two PCs. ... "
" ... Bought this and connected the two. ... "
Ease of Use
14easy to setup, easy to set, works, use, simple
+93%
-7%
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Very handy and easy to use ... "
" ... And it was easier to move stuff to the new computer because I could instantly jump back and forth to see what I needed to copy. ... "
" ... Ease of use. ... "
" ... So easy to use! ... "
" ... This KVM allows simple access in the front to disconnect and reconnect for a simple reset. ... "
" ... Easy to setup ... "
" ... Easy to set up, works great. ... "
Marketplace
14advertised, exactly, described, amazon, returned
+86%
-14%
" ... I then ordered another. ... "
" ... item was as advertised ... brand new in the original wrapping and in the box. ... No big deal ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Amazon has them for $8. ... "
" ... Items work as described ... "
" ... I have bought two and works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Does exactly as advertised. ... "
Product Reliability
11working, worked, well, two, time
+55%
-45%
" ... Hope it lasts a long time. ... "
" ... No problems at all. ... "
" ... I've had it for a couple weeks and it does the job well. ... "
" ... I f you wanted to have only one pc working for what ever reason, you will lose all functionality. ... "
" ... Now functioning seamlessly. ... "
Product As Described
10advertised, exactly, described
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Does exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... item was as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... I have bought two and works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
Cables
9usb cables, included, vga cables, vga, unruly
+67%
-33%
" ... YOU WILL NEED to provide your own VGA cables . ... "
" ... Suggest purchasing extra video cables as it takes 3. ... "
" ... All you have to do is plug in the cables and start using it. ... "
" ... The directions were super easy to follow - I only wish I had known I needed an extra male-to-male VGA cable so I could've ordered it along with the box (it comes with the required USB cables). ... "
" ... This device offers a great value and I appreciate the included USB cables. ... "
" ... This was great for switching between both of them in real time without fussing around with cables. ... "
Setup
8kvm, instructions, install, easy to setup, described
+75%
-25%
" ... Easy to setup ... "
" ... Just as described and was easy to install. ... "
" ... This KVM allows simple access in the front to disconnect and reconnect for a simple reset. ... "
" ... Easy to set up, works great. ... "
Controls
7switch, top, toggle, reach, kvm
+100%
" ... A push of the button takes you to the other PC instantly with about 1/2 a second synch up time before the mouse or keyboard begins to work. ... "
" ... The switch on top is great for conveniently switching (no fiddling w/a small switch). ... "
" ... The button-switch, no additional power needed design is really convenient, and so far I've had no issues stemming from functionality of the device. ... "
" ... The button on top of the box makes it easy to 'toggle' back and forth. ... "
Returns
7price, item, another, amazon
+14%
-86%
" ... I'm sending this one back. ... "
" ... Kudos to Amazon's return process. ... "
" ... Hence, I returned the product. ... "
" ... Given the price it was not worth returning it. ... "
" ... Did not work, returned it. ... "
Software Platform
4linux, one, box, would, time
+75%
-25%
" ... I'm using it with a Linux box and a Windows box -- no issues w/either system. ... "
" ... now we can combine the features of Windows Vista,with the advancements and power of Windows 7 . ... "
" ... Very useful when licensed software is on one device and not the other. ... "
Price
4+75%
-25%
" ... works great and a great price! ... "
" ... great idea at a greater price! ... "
Overall performance
3graphics, works, well, lag
+100%
" ... Fast switching, no lag. ... "
" ... I've had it for a couple weeks and it does the job well. ... "
Size
3easy to use
+100%
" ... Very handy and easy to use ... "
" ... The small footprint is also a great bonus ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 2 meters
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 2
USB: Yes