| Iogear GCS632U MiniView Micro USB PLUS KVM Switch with Audio and Cables | 
 enlarge | Brand: Iogear
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $27.98
You Save: $22.01 (44%)
New (53) Used (4)
Avg. Customer Rating:  194 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 10 x 3 x 7
nv:Console Connections: 1
Computer Connections: 2
Keyboard Port Type: USB
Monitor Port Type: VGA (15-Pin D-Sub)
Mouse Port Type: USB
Audio Ports: Audio Out
Audio Ports: Microphone
Integrated KVM Cable: Yes
Power Supply Type: Bus Powered (No External Power Adapter Required)
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: GCS632U
Model: GCS632U
UPC: 881317000897
EAN: 0881317000897
ASIN: B0001BVXI6
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Use one USB keyboard, monitor and USB mouse to control two USB computers | | • | Share your multimedia speakers among the two connected computers | | • | Full support for Mac and Sun systems | | • | Supports special keys on Mac and Sun keyboards | | • | Port selection through convenient Hot Keys |
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Product Description
The two port MiniView Micro USB PLUS KVM switch from Iogear is the simplest way to simultaneously run and share audio among two 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. The patented VSE Video Signal Enhancement technology provides rich, 32-bit color at resolutions up to 2048 x 1536. Another big plus is the MiniView's capability to provide audio support, it allows you to share your multimedia speakers among the two connected computers. This switch also offers multi-platform support; it's 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. With 6 foot long KVM cables molded into the MiniView Micro USB PLUS, all you need to do is to plug it into your computers and you've got a complete KVM solution from Iogear. Supports special keys on Mac and Sun keyboards Port selection through convenient Hot Keys Plug-n-Play monitor support Support video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 No software required Built in AutoScan mode LEDs allow for easy status monitoring Cable Length - 6 feet (1.83 m) Audio - 2 x stereo speaker Keyboard & Mouse - 2 x USB Type A Monitor - 2 x HDB15 Male Mouse - 1 x USB Type A Audio - 1 x stereo speaker Monitor - 1 x HDB15 Female Keyboard - 1 x USB Type Requirements - Computers with a USB connection and HDDB15 VGA connection, Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS 8.6 or greater, Sun Solaris work station, Linux and UNIX, Audio (Only support 2-piece, powered speakers syst
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| Customer Reviews: Read 189 more reviews...
 Works Great December 22, 2008
I have 1 computer w/Vista, 1 w/XP. MS wireless keyboard/mouse with single receiver plugged into one of the USB ports. The other is unused. Be sure F-Lock is 'on'. Hot Key = "ScrLk" (twice). Works great! No problems.
 No problems. December 22, 2008
I noticed there havent been any reviews about this product in a few years. I had no trouble using a wireless mouse/keyboard set with it. This way I can have access to both my computers with the touch of a button.
Been working great for a full year December 3, 2008
I use this switch with a Vista and Ubuntu Linux machine, for a full year now. The switch is activated at least daily and it works like a charm, couldn't ask for a better performing switch. It locked up once in the past year, and to fix it all I did was unplug it from both computers and when I plugged it back in it had been re-set and worked fine. A bit of a pain, but not enough of a pain to lose a star.
I use the sound switching functionality and it works fine for me. I'm especially impressed that it switches analog surround sound--I have no idea how it does it but it does and I'm happy. I suppose I should figure out how it's done seeing as how I'm an electrical engineer, but I have too many other interesting things to occupy my time and so I haven't bothered to answer that question for myself. There's a low-volume, lower-frequency pop when I switch, which I can live with just fine. It would be nice if there were no pop, but again not enough of a pain to lose a star. I don't discern any added noise from the switch.
I don't know if other KVM switches can do this, but a gripe I have is that the computer has to be selected while booting, otherwise the computer is told your high-res video mode is not supported and boots to a lower resolution. So on re-starts, instead of being able to work on the other computer while I wait for the boot (note--only the Windows machine needs to be re-started regularly; the Ubuntu machine can run for more than a month continuously no problem; take that, Bill Gates!), I lose a couple minutes watching the boot process complete. If I knew of another product that could take care of this, I'd change my stars, but I don't even know if it's possible to fix this. The device would somehow have to be smart enough to respond to the computer's request for information about what video modes the monitor supports. While theoretically possible, it seems like it would be difficult and error-prone (e.g. what if I change out my monitor?)
What a time-saver! November 30, 2008
I had an older computer and the hard drive was fullllllll........of stuff!
Pictures, etc. I bought a new computer and realized I had so much to transfer. Then my wonderful husband did a bit of research. How about a gadget that would allow me to go back and forth between the old and new computers - I wouldn't have to transfer any files. I'd have the speed of the new machine and I wouldn't be clogging it up with all the junk accumulated on my old computer. It took my husband about ten minutes to install the switch with its various cables. Now I have one keyboard, one mouse and one monitor and by hitting "Scroll Lock" twice on my keyboard I can transfer back and forth between them. The speaker system on the old computer is wonderful and I use that for my music. He also set up my printer as a network printer so I can access it from either computer. It's the very best of both worlds. I would recommend this to everyone with my type of need. Thank you Iogear for the MiniView Micro USB PLUS KVM Switch.
perfect accessory November 17, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Best way ever to use 0ne monitor and wireless keyboard and mouse with 2 computers. Easy to install
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