Media:Electronics Autographed:No Memorabilia:No Shipping Weight (lbs):6 Dimensions (in):10.5 x 4 x 9 nv:Console Connections:1 Computer Connections:4 Keyboard Port Type:USB Monitor Port Type:VGA (15-Pin D-Sub) Mouse Port Type:USB Audio Ports:Audio Out Integrated KVM Cable:Yes Power Supply Type:Bus Powered (No External Power Adapter Required) Power Supply Type:Draws Power from USB Port LEDs:4 Port LEDs Port Selection:Hot-Keys Legal Disclaimer:Warranty does not cover misuse of product. Warranty:3 years warranty
Product Description A simple solution for those with more PCs than hands. Use one USB keyboard, one monitor and one USB mouse to control up to four USB computers. Introducing the four port MiniView Micro USB KVM switch from IOGEAR the simplest way to simultaneously run and share audio among four computers with a single USB keyboard, monitor and USB mouse. This self-powered KVM switch features the unique USB sniffing technology for USB mouse and keyboard emulation to ensure smooth operation, as well as support for Plug-n-Play monitors and most wheel mice. patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement technology provides rich, 32-bit color at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536. Another big plus is the MiniView capability to provide audio support, it allows you to share your multimedia speakers among the connected computers. This switch also offers multi-platform support; it compatible with Windows and Mac computers as well as Sun Solaris workstations. IOGEAR delivered a huge breakthrough in KVM operation to Mac and Sun users by enabling functionality for the special keys on these systems. When using a PC keyboard, a special set of hot keys are designed to emulate the special keys on Mac and Sun machines. The Miniview Micro USB KVM has two 6' long KVM cables molded-in, all you need to do is to plug it into your computers and you'e got a complete KVM solution from IOGEAR. In addition, it has two other available ports to connect them to your computers for future expansion.
Very nice...it worked for me.November 4, 2008 This thing worked out of the box. I've connected it to a wireless mouse and a wired keyboard to control 2 desktops and a laptop (XP, win2k3, win2k8). You can control switching of the audio by itself which is nice if you want to listen to audio being played on one computer, while working on another computer. I recommend this to anyone.
Excellent Customer Service from IOGEAROctober 16, 2008 I'd had this unit about week when it seemed to stop working. Iogear has their customer service number displayed prominently on their website. I called them up and was immediately put through to Tech Support.
From there someone spent about ten minutes with me, trying out some different things. He helped me get the unit working again even though I mistakenly assumed it was a hardware problem.
I highly recommended if just for their customer service.
Aside from the above issue, this unit has functioned perfectly. The toggle keys are great. The only thing that might have been nice is an actual physical switch on the unit. But it works fine as is.
Eric Monse
Apple Keyboard IncompatibilityAugust 30, 2008 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Purchased the GCS634U to switch between my Powermac G4 and my Dell PC, using the Apple keyboard and a Kennsington USB optical mouse. Pretty basic stuff. Started it up with the mouse plugged into the Apple keyboard USB port (on the back of the apple keyboards), and the keyboard was recognized, but the mouse wasn't. Plugged the mouse directly into the front of the GCS634U, and everything worked perfectly. Problem is, I don't want 2 cables coming from my desk. I want one.
Called the support line for IOGear, and after being put on hold for a good 20 minutes, was told that I have to plug the mouse into the mouse USB port on the GCS634U, and that I can not use the Apple USB hub. IOGear has some really crappy service. Don't expect much from them. Funny thing was after he told me it wouldn't work, he tried to sell me on some promotion that they had going. I laughed as I hung up on him, right after asking him if he was out of his mind.
Anyway, this one is on the way back. Will be trying the Belkin I suppose.
I give it 2 stars because it will work, as long as you are ok with separate cables for the mouse and the keyboard.
Compact, works as described and is Linux compatibleJune 30, 2008 This KVM switches your USB keyboard, USB mouse and audio with just three keystrokes. Plus it is agnostic to any operating system. A simple tech tool that works.
Finally, a KVM that works well and looks goodJune 5, 2008 I've owned three KVMs over the years - an ancient metallic desktop-sitting 4-port, a space-saving Linksys 2-port Y-cable, and a manually-switched 2-port box way back in the day (with an actual knob!). This KVM is vastly superior to all of them.
Pros: * All attached devices work flawlessly * Special keys on keyboard function (e.g., Windows Media Player controls) * No problems switching between Ubuntu Linux, Windows XP, Windows Vista * No sign of flicker or VGA degradation, on a Sony LCD monitor 1280x1024 @ 60Hz * Can switch sound independently of (or at the same time as) keyboard, video, mouse. * No interference on sound channel from the device itself (yayyy!) * No software AT ALL * Hotkeys reconfigurable through clever "first press ScrollLock ScrollLock, then press new key" idea * Entirely powered by the USB port * Wake-on-keyboard functions work, because the device is powered by the USB connection itself. This is also a con (see below)... * Looks great - simple mac-ish look with two simple LEDs and smooth white surface. * Can plug headphones right into the switch! * Shipped cables are nicely bundled (one cord for all three connectors, split at the end) and of sufficient length. * Shipped cables appear to be of high quality.
Cons: * No actual button that can be pressed to switch devices meaning... * Wake-on-keyboard functions work (a little too well!): if computer #1 is off, but has wake-on-keyboard, you'll wake it up by hitting ScrollLock-ScrollLock just trying to switch to computer #2. * No DVI input/output, so you'll need a DVI-to-VGA adapter if you plan to use with a monitor OR video card that is DVI-only (fortunately these are cheap)
In summary, at $80.00 this is a mid-to-high range KVM that is well worth its cost. Many KVMs have shoddy connectors or interference problems, or do not maintain their electrical connections well - especially when they have no external power. This switch does all of these things and does them well, while looking good. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I have enjoyed this switch. If they would just add a button to the device itself to switch inputs and produce a DVI version (as an alternative to VGA), this would be the perfect product.
Bottom line: Well worth the $80.00, so long as you don't *need* DVI.
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