D-Link DKVM-2K 2-Port KVM Switch, Desktop, Built-In Cables

by D-Link

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 6.5 x 2.5 inches ; 1.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000AJ5AU
• Item model number: DKVM-2K
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The D-Link DKVM-2K is a 2-port PS/2 based KVM switch for controlling two computers using a single monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The DKVM-2K minimizes clutter on your desktop with its compact design and convenient built-in cables.

Ready to work right out of the box, the DKVM-2K requires no drivers, extra power supplies, or accessories and is compatible with all Windows Operating Systems.

The DKVM-2K is simple to use with features such as: at a glance LED indicators for computer status, hot keys and push buttons for switching between computers, and an autoscan mode for automatically detecting computers connected to the switch. You get added flexibility with the DKVM-2K's hotplug capability add or disconnect computers simply by unplugging the cables without having to power down your computers.

Versatile, portable, and convenient, the D-Link DKVM-2K can be easily integrated into your existing desktop environment at home or at the office.

Product Description

D-Link DKVM2K, 2-Port KVM Keyboard Video Mouse Switch with Hotkey+Autoscan+Audible Feedback and Built-in Cables.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for a basic switcher, May 16, 2005

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Marx Brother's Fan "casual viewer of fun films" (Alabama United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DKVM-2K 2-Port KVM Switch, Desktop, Built-In Cables (Personal Computers)

I have also encountered the freezing mouse problem (but only on the rare ocassion).

I usually only use one computer at a time (Both running XP Home) but have on occasion used both switching back and forth.

To reduce the need for two monitors, mice and keyboards; I think it is money well spent.

[Edit]
One of my computers was an always powered Mother Board and it would always default to that computer and would have to switch back. This is not a problem with the switch and I did not dock points for that but I am sharing this for your information.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for light use, August 9, 2004

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bidbidman (NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DKVM-2K 2-Port KVM Switch, Desktop, Built-In Cables (Personal Computers)

First, my main gripe. Like most any KVM you're likely to buy, it sometimes can cause 3 button wheel mice to freeze when switching between two active PCs. Just google KVM & mouse to see the joy...

But aside from this, the cabling is well-organized. I've used it to switch between multiple OS's such as Windows 98, XP, and Linux (even though it's not advertised as Linux compatible!). And seems to work well if your main concern is space savings and you don't need both PCs on at the same time.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars It's cheap for a reason., February 17, 2005

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M_Six "Sys Admin" (Champaign, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DKVM-2K 2-Port KVM Switch, Desktop, Built-In Cables (Personal Computers)

The price is right on this KVM switch, but that's where it ends. If you switch back and forth between two running PCs and at least one is running WinXP, it won't find the mouse when you return to the WinXP machine. DLink support suggests using a non-scrollwheel mouse (which is a poor fix), but even then, with a standard two-button PS2 mouse, it still won't activate the mouse once you move away from the WinXP box and then return.

Look elsewhere for a KVM switch.