AdderLink is an easy to install KVM extender that provides a convenient method of remotely controlling a PC or KVM switch over a single CAT5 cable. AdderLink offers exceptional... more
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2 x microphone - input - mini-phone mono 3.5 mm female - 2
2 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm female - 2
1 x serial - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) female - 1
Connections:
1 x network - RJ-45 female - 1
1 x serial - RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) female - 1, 2 x display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) male - 2
2 x keyboard - generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) male - 2
2 x mouse - generic - 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) male - 2
2 x microphone - input - mini-phone mono 3.5 mm male - 2
2 x headphones - output - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm male - 2
1 x keyboard / video / mouse (KVM) - RJ-45 male - 1
Manufacturer's product description
AdderLink is an easy to install KVM extender that provides a convenient method of remotely controlling a PC or KVM switch over a single CAT5 cable. AdderLink offers exceptional value for money and supports video resolutions of up to 1600x1280. Serial RS232 is also featured as standard, making it ideal for 'touch screen' applications or remote industrial applications. For installations requiring additional connectivity the AdderLink GOLD really stands out from the crowd with its stereo audio support, microphone input, RS232 serial port and integrated video switch that allows a second workstation to be connected. At the remote location an additional PC can also be connected, which may be your networked computer. Password access is also provided making it the perfect solution for demanding remote access applications requiring additional security.
Software / system requirements
Software Included: Drivers & Utilities
OS Required: Microsoft DOS, UNIX, Microsoft Windows 3.x/95/98, Novell NetWare, Linux, Microsoft Windows 2000 / NT4.0, Microsoft DOS, IBM OS/2, UNIX, Microsoft Windows 3.x/95/98, Novell NetWare, Linux, Microsoft Windows 2000 / NT4.0, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Kvm
Max Resolution: 1600 x 1280
Miscellaneous
Rack Mounting Kit: Optional
Power
Power Device: Power adapter - external
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support Details: Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - carry-in
Advantages: Price, quality, ease of setup, looks Disadvantages: none
...I've just installed this great keyboard and mouse wireless set.
It is great - the mouse is optical and the keyboard, well made.
One vital piece of information: this keyboard works seamlessly with a KVM. I have a Belkin 2 port KVM and it set up perfectly.
Some of the Logitech wireless sets do not support KVMswitches and in fact one in particular does not have a "scroll lock" key - which is the hot-key for switching between the computers connetced to the switch.
So, in short, if you are looking to have a wireless keyboard and mouse and need a PS/2 connection and are using a KVM (Belkin or otherwise) and are on a budget - you simply cannot go wrong with this set....
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Great value Review ofBelkin OmniView SOHO Series 4 Port KVMSwitch - KVMswitch - 4 portsby
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Advantages: Quick and easy to set up Disadvantages: Video may get interference
...I've had this KVMswitch for a number of years now, since my previous one only had two ports. I found this one fairly cheap somewhere. You're supplied with all the VGA and PS2 cables for each of the 4 connections. You can then plug these cables into your computers. The button on the top allows for quick switching.
But as well as using the button for switching between computers, you are also able to use keyboard shortcuts. These are pretty common in KVMswitches, and belkin manage to do it the same way as everyone else. Great for people that are already used to using a KVMswitch. The KVMswitch has a useful beep, which can be helpful to understand when a command was received by the switch.
The switch also has a port for plugging in power. This helps improve the quality of the picture as there is more power behind it. Most of the time...
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Advantages: Take 3 monitors, keyboards and mice off your desktop. Disadvantages: Not recommended for newer (all USB) devices.
...Overall a frustrating experience with some machines and as a result cannot recommend this device, particularly when using newer machines.
I have a number of these devices and all exhibit the same problem, which suggests a common fault, in that some newer Dell machines do not seem to synchronise with this device when switched to.
Ironically, older machines (Dell GX150/260/270/280) work with this device without any problems, even though they are intended to have a PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
Newer machines, such as the GX620 and 745, which are all USB machines (no PS/2) have problems synchronising when switched to. There is no response from the keyboard and mouse on screen, although the keypresses to switch to another port on the KVM seem to work, yet if a USB keyboard and mouse are plugged in to the machine in question then everything...
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