One monitor shared between two hard drives?

justagirl · 21-01-2006 6:53pm #1

Is it possible to 'share' one computer monitor between two hard drive base units ... ? ......

Jambo · 21-01-2006 7:00pm

Try using a KVM switch then u can use two+ ( depending on size of kvm switch) base units with one monitor/one keyboard/one mouse !!

hopeful · 21-01-2006 7:01pm

Something like THIS would do it...although most modern monitors have two video inputs also. Whats the monitor you're using?

justagirl · 21-01-2006 7:02pm

Thanks so much for quick reply.

What a KVM switch please ?..

Where could I buy it ? HOw much approx ?

justagirl · 21-01-2006 7:04pm

hi hopeful .. the monitor is an Acer .. flat screen ... looks like there only one VGA in space ?.. (sorry I'm not a techie at all!) .... .... what would be my best option ? thanks guys.

justagirl · 21-01-2006 7:09pm

hopeful - the aten video switch - does that enable to me use one keyboard/mouse also?.... thanks.

hopeful · 21-01-2006 7:31pm

If you want to control both systems with one mouse/keyboard you will need a KVM switch. Komplett have a few...cheapest HERE.

The video switch would need two sets of mouse/keyboard so the KVM would meet your needs better.

justagirl · 21-01-2006 8:01pm

Thank you so much for your help and for explaining it all - that is perfect for my needs....Terrific!

DJ Hafez · 22-01-2006 1:02am

got a KVM on ebay tonight for 30yoyos including delivery - has ps2 ports aswell so i can share the keyboard and mouse aswell as the monitor. DELIGHTED with myself. anywho if you are looking for one i would suggest this guy, very very good

http://stores.ebay.ie/Aquarius-Computers

justagirl · 22-01-2006 7:47am

Thanks - I'll check that link out ... much appreciated....

This is a Great site ....... !!

One monitor shared between two hard drives?

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