Can this be used without using the monitor (vga)? also how quick does it switch over?
1098160
If you don't use the monitor vga, you can't see anything. It switches over quite quickly.
1098161
I never did use the shared audio port function of the switch, but the keyboard and mouse ports continued to work just fine after the monitor port died--so the answer is yes if you're content to do without switching of a VGA monitor. Switching between computers was always pretty quick, taking perhaps just 1-2 seconds. Good luck--hope you get better longevity out of it than I did if you decide to try it!
1098162
It switches pretty quick, but as to not using the monitor. What are you trying to accomplish? This switch is so that you can use one monitor with two different computers, so not using a monitor does not really make sense, unless you are thinking of an HDMI plug in, instead of the VGA, the switch does not have an HDMI.
1098163
Mine takes a few seconds to switch. Why would you use it without a monitor?
1098164
I haven't tried it without a monitor; not sure why you'd want to. It switches immediately, although the Ctl-Alt-4 doesn't always work, sometimes I have to push the KVM button.
1828600
This unit has HDMI inputs, but no VGA input connector. So you'll need a computer with an HDMI output.
94031
VGA to VGA is included. No other is necessary since there is only VGA input.
2220048
Nope, you can go VGA, or go home with a Toshiba Satellite. This is your run of the mill, bare minimum system.
2134961
the box uses a VGA Output, not sure if you can you a laptop, as its an output not an input, you might need a monitor for a VGA input
836490
There is no power switch or means to disable one of the VGA outputs. It's an always-on splitter, not a switch.
1728818
This is a splitter, not a switch. For two computers to a single monitor, you need a switch.
1292781
I haven't exactly tried it that way but I believe it would work. The way I use it amounts to the same thing. One selection enables me to display from a computer to a monitor. This computer also inputs to a projector at the same time. The other selection is set up so with the help of another switch I can replace the monitor with a computer the other direction to the projector. I think switching between two computer inputs would be a snap.
286406
You will need a VGA cable and a mount if you are using one. That is about it.
1964469
All I know about is my own usage, which is to operate a 17" monitor that only has vga output. I don't notice any difference in the output from that monitor than from its previous usage.
1020040
No. Unfortunately this one have only VGA connection. I was suppressed negative to when I realize that.
962198
If you have a CPU with an HDMI hookup, it is easy...plug in and you are all set. If not, you will need a VGA to HDMI cable. Very inexpensive and can be found all over Amazon. Good luck!
2120957
VGA is very picky about connection quality. That's why I'm only using this device to switch keyboard and mouse. I connect the display through DVI or HDMI or DisplayPort directly then switch on the monitor itself.
929203
YES!! You just have to disable "power on w/monitor" in the general settings.
85363
Can you clairify your question? 1. Are you asking if it will switch between two VGA inputs while using the same mouse and keyboard input? If so, the answer is no. When you click the button, it changes the VGA input as well as the mouse/keyboard input. 2. Are you asking if it will be switch between two VGA without having to connect a keyboad/mouse? Then yes, if you connect just two VGA inputs, it will switch between them with no issues.
637621
Not tried that so I'm not sure but you may want to consider using the VGA version of this switch instead then unless you have a mix of computers.
1722589
I would buy a dual dvi KVM switch, not this one. There are several on the market that are quite good. If you insist on this KVM, then buy an adapter to convert DVI to VGA or vice versa as needed.