Belkin Flip DVI-D KVM Switch with Remote F1DG102D

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.7 x 4.6 inches ; 1.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000RH2M7U
• Item model number: F1DG102D
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,674 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 31, 2007

Product Description

Product Description
Two computers. One monitor. No Problem. Business professionals who bring home their laptops spend countless evenings in front of a small display and cramped keyboard. Thanks to Switch2 for PC, you can now use your big DVI-D monitor and full-sized keyboard for both your laptop and home computer. It's simple. Just press the remote to switch your monitor from one computer to the next. Switch2 for PC is also great for connecting your old and new desktop computers, so you can access files and programs effortlessly using the same monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice KVM, and works with advanced mice/keyboards, April 13, 2008

By	J. Stevenson (Dallas, TX USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is my third KVM in a hunt for a unit that would work with a Logitech G15 gaming keyboard and Razer Copperhead gaming mouse. The issue with both of these devices is that they both draw some power, and in the case of the mouse - a good bit of USB bandwidth. For whatever reason, most KVM units on the market do not seem to like them. Most only work with fairly generic USB mice/keyboards. The Flip DVI is the first KVM I've used that works reliably with both. So if you're hunting for a unit that works with more exotic hardware, this is definitely worth consideration.

Aside from that issue, these seems to be your basic, attractively designed, well functioning KVM (with audio) that does what it's supposed to do. I like the small remote unit -- much handier than bulkier units, and the small color coded LED light tells you which computer you're using.

You can also download software that allows you to use keyboard commands to switch, as well as listen to music coming from one computer while using the other. I've works as advertised. I tend to prefer the remote, but if you're a keyboard junky, or you want to use these advanced features, it seems to work well.

I haven't had the unit long enough to comment on reliability/durability, but so far I'm impressed with what I've seen, and it does exactly what I need it to do. I've used a lot of Belkin gear over the years, and I'm typically impressed with what they put out.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works well despite previous negative reviews, April 28, 2008

By	William R. Voss (Southport, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Wanted to share a huge 30" 2560x1600 monitor requiring a div-d interface supporting 2560x1600 between a Mcacintosh pro and a home-grown pc running Vista (64 bit) with an invidea 8600 graphics card. Everything worked great except the remote switch which did not work at all. Keyboard software worked fine.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works well with Apple Cinema Display 30", April 23, 2008

By	Robert R. Raper "DJRobX" (Valencia, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you have a giant display that requires dual link DVI, your KVM options are limited. I'd read some trouble reports about this one, so wanted to share that it seems to work beautifully with my Apple 30" Cinema Display.

My only nitpick about this product is the downright ugly remote. Looks like something from the early 80s with pastel green and yellow, and feels even worse when you click it. Would also have been nice for them to offer the option of USB power, this one has to have a wall wart.