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I have been looking for a KVM switch that I could hook up to my laptop docking station so that I could dock my work laptop at home, flip a switch, and have my laptop use my home PC's keyboard, mouse, and two monitors. I can't seem to find one on Amazon or Newegg.

No VGA ports. That's oldschool and I don't want anything to do with it. DVI or HDMI only. Can anyone provide me with a link or two?

Edit: It also most support 1920x1080 digitally (no analog) on both monitors.

oscilatingcretin
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I went down this road for a while and then decided to use Remote Desktop which is built into all versions of Windows - it gets better with more controls with Windows 7. Made sure the two devices are on the same high speed switch. No cost no switches, FAST..just as fast as sitting at the keyboard...same keyboard same mouse....AND cut and paste between regular desktop and remote (remember to check the box which says multiple monitors in the configuration of RD....Couldn't believe the answer was right there all the time.

Laptop now sits with top closed and works perfectly.

Bryyan
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How about this one? ADDERView 4 PRO DVI Multi-Screen

The ADDERView PRO is a professional grade KVMA switch delivering ultimate flexibility for users who wish to share high resolution screens (up to 5MP) and modern USB peripherals between a multiplicity of computers.

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Tom Osmond
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I just started using this from iogear at work to share two monitors, keyboard/mouse between two computers. While the product is a bit pricey, it is definitely worth it. I think you can get it on newegg for about $300.00.

I think you may find this product will do everything you need it to do.

http://www.iogear.com/product/GCS1642/

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Mike
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This (and other IOGEAR products on that site) seem to be what you are after...

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Cameron Scott
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I typed in https://www.google.com/search?complete=0&q=dual+monitor+kvm, clicked the second shopping result, clicked Amazon and landed on http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Port-Switch-Audio-SV231DD2DUA/dp/B002VY8T2Y " switching both machines across two high resolution DVI monitors" "Combined or independent switching of audio and/or USB hub ports"

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i use two iogear switches between two monitors and two computers. just have to press both switches at the same time to switch to both monitors. also use the #1 cable from each switch to the other computer as the switch is powered off the keyboard cable.

Ken Gettys
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