KVM Switch Review - The USB Switcher from Gefen
Gefen USB Switcher KVM
Summary
- Product Name: The USB Switcher
- Manufacturer: Gefen
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: July 05, 2004
- MSRP: $199
- Specifications
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Video Amplifier Bandwidth: 350MHz
Input Video Signal: 1.2 V p-p
Input Sync Signal: 5 V p-p
Video Connectors: DVI-A
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1200
Audio Input Connector: Mini Stereo (1/8”)
USB Input Connectors: Type B
USB Output Connectors: Type A
Power Supply: 12 VAC (External)
Power Consumption: 15 Watts (max)Accessories:
The USB Switcher
Two 6ft DVI-A to VGA Cable
One DVI-A to VGA Adapter
Two 6ft A to B USB Cable
Two 6ft Audio Cables
One 12V TransformerDimensions: 1.75”H x 8”W x 4”D
Weight: 8bs
Pros
- Comes with everything needed for most applications
- Excellent & consistent switching performance
- USB support
- DVI-A Support
- Remote Control Option (optional RMT-2)
- Rackmountable
Cons
- No DVI support for digital displays (this model)
Introduction
I left the Mac scene around 2001 for the world of build-it-yourself PCs that cost less than $500 – but I cannot get myself to ditch the Mac for several reasons. As the Editor of the largest home theater review website I have to be sure that our pages, articles and designs look good on both platforms. I also admit that I like venturing into the world of Mac OS X from time to time for a refreshing (but fortunately no longer superior) alternative to the Windows world. The only way to make this transition is via physically moving from one PC to another – or by employing a KVM (keyboard, video & mouse) switch.
