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IOGEAR GCS634U KVM Switches
Customer Reviews for IOGEAR GCS634U MiniView USB KVM Switch with audio and cables - Retail
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benzo
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/13/2010 10:46:48 AM

Rating + 5 Great & simple KVM that works (2 years and counting)


Pros: Small, easy to setup, easy to use, just works. Continues to work in a win/mac setup after 2+ years of constant use. Great value for the price.

Cons: VGA vs DVI?
Sometimes there can be some slight video banding / distortion detected (in the background - easily ignored), BUT I do not fault the product - I fault the VGA standard this product is based on. This unit does exactly what it can do with-in the limitations of the tech it is based on.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
12/20/2009 1:09:07 PM

Rating + 5 Great KVM


Pros: Great KVMA for the price. Replaced an old PS/2 KVM. Unplugged the old unit, plugged this one in while the systems were running, and keyboard/mouse just started working for my Windows an Linux box.

Windows now recognizes my mouse as the Logitech tilt-wheel it is.

Two of the cables are hard-wired, two plug in as needed, so helps reduce clutter, using only as many cables as needed.

USB powered, so freed up a socket on my UPS, as well as the clutter of a power cord. Because I had two sets of speakers, one for each of the primary systems, this also eliminated one set of those.

Cons: Wall mount would be nice.

Had one instance of restating Windows with the KVM switched to another system. When I switched to Windows, did not recognize the keyboard. Restarted Windows with KVM on that screen, and all worked. Once started, never had any trouble switching between systems.

Other Thoughts: Don't see any longer cables listed for the removable ones. Looks like a good quality straight through VGA extension would work though.

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newlinux
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
12/5/2009 1:09:53 PM

Rating + 5 Works fine


Pros: Does what is supposed to do. Hot keys work in Linux (Ubuntu).

Cons: Wish it had a USB hub, push button changing of machines and better lights to indicate when a machine is on as well as when it is the one with focus, but these are just nice to haves that I didn't want to pay extra for

Other Thoughts: I have a mixed environment of windows (XP, Vista) and Linux (mainly ubuntu) machines that this works fine with. Basically use as a docking station too for work laptops that we bring home. Works fine.

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Soundless
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
12/5/2009 10:59:25 AM

Rating + 1 AUDIO just doesn't work, period.


Pros: Video switching works decently, easy to configure keys, very little lag in switch over

Cons: AUDIO does not work properly, you will ALWAYS get a horribly annoying buzzing sounds at anything above medium levels.

Other Thoughts: I bought this unit a couple years ago. 2 HUGE PROBLEMS:
1. The video works decently, except when you switch back to MAC OS X your screen resolution will ALWAYS be a default 640x480, until the system realizes you switched over, and it flashes the screen again, and resets to your proper Mac resolution. This is very annoying!
2. AUDIO NEVER WORKS PROPERLY. I can get sound out of both systems, but if I raise the volume to anything approaching more than 50% I get an annoying buzzing sounds, ALWAYS. IOGEAR support originally said it was b/c I had a 2.1 setup (Cambridge Soundworks), so I switched to a 2.0 system (Creative Speakers) and have the EXACT SAME PROBLEM! These are both $100 speakers systems with good shielding, not rubbish -- it's their KVM that's rubbish! It's a cruel trick on Mac Mini users that they foist it on us with a "it fits beneath your Mini" line - bc it does not perform as promised.

Used a couple IOGEAR GCS632U MiniViews & they broke w/in a year. Poor qual

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GoSpeed.Racer
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
12/4/2009 9:59:41 AM

Rating + 5 Not too shabby!


Pros: Very minimal cable size and the length was perfect for my application. Very adjustable, the scroll lock combo would not work with my Logitech keyboard as it doesnt have one...so it was nice to be able to switch to the control key instead. Once set up, it works quite well!

Cons: Took a long time to set up, mainly because I wasnt reading 100%. You MUST RTM! The switching combination are different than other KVMS and it threw me off. This is my 1st IOGEAR but my 5th overall kvm. It would be awesome if KVM makers would install either mounting tabs or at least a set of holes to hang it by. I had to use screws surrounding it, and a velcro strap to hold it in place.

Other Thoughts: This KVM was purchased due to other reviews of it working with the Logitech keyboard. Iit works great for me! I dont use the hotkeys so I cannot comment, but the volume and mute work great.

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Gogos
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
11/27/2009 1:48:00 PM

Rating + 5 This one works


Pros: Doesn't require power source so less cables, easy installation,sound,and most importandly.....it works!

Cons: Sometimes the selection keys fall idle and you have to go with rotation but no big deal its only 4 computers.

Other Thoughts: After waisting 4 hours with other problematic switches I finally found one that works.

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AB
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
11/19/2009 1:34:30 PM

Rating + 5 Wonderful KVM


Pros: I bought this KVM to be used with a Linux, windows, mac and solaris box. All worked well with the switch. By far the best KVM I've ever used especially for the price

Cons: No DVI, but not really a con for me because the machines I was using all used VGA

Other Thoughts: IOGear is really good at KVM's

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roLLitup
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
11/2/2009 3:33:11 PM

Rating + 2


Pros: Little to no video loss, decent switching speed, no lag while gaming. As is the norm... Newegg Rocks!

Cons: Finally found a switch I really like and it quits after less than a year. Mouse hangs every 5 to 10 seconds until it is unplugged and plugged back in (I have reset it more than ten times while typing this message).

Other Thoughts: You made a quick buck IOGear, but lost a return customer.

To the sure to come reply from IOGear that the unit is still under warranty for exchange: I bought the unit with the intention of actually USING it, not exchanging it every nine months.

The search for a descent KVM continues...
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. From your description above, it sounds like you have a bad unit. Please feel free to contact our tech support at 1(866)946-4327 and we would be glad to assist you. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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Al B
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
10/17/2009 5:39:08 AM

Rating + 2 Switching errors


Pros: Works great when it works

Cons: I've been getting Analog "Out Of Range" errors when I switch computers. It's when I go from XP to Windows 7 that I get the error. It happens I'd say about every third time I switch. It also happens when I boot up in themorning and I boot and log off with the Windows
7 computer. When the error comes up I have to do a reset and hope it starts ok the next time. I finally gave up and disconnected it and went back to two computers on two separate desks. They got there $70 and I got a paperweight. I emailed there support but haven't heard
anything back yet.

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Jeff Lee
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
10/11/2009 6:54:56 PM

Rating + 4


Pros: very good, it doesn't need external power. It comes 4 cables for 4 devices and everything is in one package.

Cons: Since this device also transfers sound and I can hear the hard disk spin from speaker which connects to the device. But it's not bad.

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bhermes2
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
10/2/2009 10:23:36 AM

Rating + 5 I recomment this product


Pros: Very responsive. Keyboard switching actually works quite well. I do not mind it at all. I have used it to set up computers (MAC and PC) and have no issues. Cable length is more than adequate. The switch has been a pleasant suprise. Newegg's shipping is fantastic

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: My main computer is a laptop, which is attached for a dual monitor effect. And I use the other ports for computers that I am working on, (setting up)

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KTMman
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
9/17/2009 12:16:39 PM

Rating + 5 Great Buy


Pros: 4 port KVM w/ independent audio
Works well between XP Pro and Vista home Premium
easy to cycle between comps or from say #1 dircetly to #3 without going to #2 first or any combo for most cases does not require software to install the switch which is a real plus if you don't have admin acess I work for the military and I have multiple computers I have to use on a daily basis with multiple Keyboards monitors and mice to use this allowed me to get rid of some of that clutter without having to get admin rights to install additional software well worth the price!!

Cons: bought my first from a retail store for more than $100 over a year ago :(

Other Thoughts: Yes 2 of the 4 cables are permanent so if something happened to one of the cables you wouldn't be able to replace it without sending to IOGear however, for most cases this is not a problem since you need at least 2 comps to use a KVM switch anyway

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Bald Now
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
9/10/2009 6:46:06 PM

Rating + 3 Not for Logitech wireless combos


Pros: Ludicrously cheap for a 4-way KVM with cables. Small, stylish package, decent cable management (all device cables exit back, console cables on the side, one blank side, indicators only on front.) Works just fine, provided you're using a separate *wired* keyboard and mouse.

Cons: Even adding 5V 1A power supply to an unused device cable, I could not, for the life of me, get this to work with a Logitech S510 wireless kb/mouse combo, which works just fine plugged directly into anything I've tried. Not only does the S510 keyboard not function, (regardless of which of the 2 USB ports I plug the receiver into on the KVM,) but if the S510 receiver is plugged into the KVM at all, and the KVM is plugged into *any* machine, even when controlling that machine with a hard-wired PS2 keyboard & mouse, the entire machine FREEZES for a few seconds every few seconds! I'm not talking just cursor-freeze, even the task manager freezes up!

Other Thoughts: I read a suggestion that the inability to work with a wireless combo, and a possible cause of the freezing is power starvation. You'd think plugging more than one of the KVM usb cables into a powered port should solve this, but apparently not. (Each port should supply 0.5A.) Apparently this KVM only draws power from the active input. I read a suggestion that one use a powered USB hub either between the KVM and one of the host machines, or between the KVM and the receiver for a wireless kb/mouse, and have not tried this... but should I have to in order to use a *VERY* popular combo that predates this KVM and does just fine with the 0.5A it gets from any port I've tried? If you want to go wireless for your multi-machine rig, look elsewhere.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. Due to your keyboard and mouse combo's receiver is using both PS/2 and USB interface, you would need to use our GUC10KM to convert the PS/2 mouse into USB so that you can connect that into the console USB mouse port. On the keyboard side, simply connect it to the console USB keyboard port. And it will work as a charm. If there is any issue using this setup, you might have a bad unit. Since this unit is backed by IOGEAR's 3 year warranty, please feel free to contact our tech support at 1(866)946-4327 and we would be glad to assist you. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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TimF
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/23/2009 9:04:43 AM

Rating + 3 Buggy Performance, Low Price


Pros: Low price for a 4-port KVM switch.

Cons: Hotkey switching is inconsistent and buggy. A remote, wired hardware switch is a better option, in my opinion.

Sometimes the hotkey switching gets "lost" (for lack of a better term) between computers, requiring a session of switching cables, un-plugging/re-plugging keyboard & mouse cables, and re-booting of computers until the KVM gets everything sorted out again.

The frequency of this problem is 1-2 times a month, with full-time use 7 days a week.

This problem does not occur with hardware switch KVM's.

I would replace it with something else, something better, but most options are w-a-y more expensive.

Other Thoughts: Only one monitor port, but that's not a failure of this product, just a requirement that it doesn't fulfill for me personally.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. This would happen if you unplug and re-plug the keyboard and mouse multiple times even if you have the keyboard and mouse connected directly to the computer. Therefore, when it happens that you need to unplug and re-plug your keyboard and mouse, instead of doing that, trigger HSM (Hotkey Settings Mode) then press [F5] for a USB reset. For details please refer to page 14-5 in the user manual. If you would like a remote switch button version, you suggest you our GCS24U. But as for your monitor concern, we do have a dual monitor VGA KVM which the model no. is GCS1744, it has both hotkey and front panel pushbutton for switching, which would fit your needs. If you have any question, please feel free to contact our tech support 7 days a week at 1(866)946-4327, and we would be glad to assist you. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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careysub
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/22/2009 8:13:30 AM

Rating + 5 Nice Product


Pros: A nice solid product. Switches between my XP and Linux systems without a hitch. The audio-optional switch is a nice feature (you can listen to iTunes on your XP while working on your Linux).

This choice was a bit of overkill for my application - just two computers (not four) - but after readying the product reviews this one seemed particularly robust and I am not disappointed.

I even like the relatively large size of the unit (necessary for the four connections it supports). It sits firmly on my desktop and is a nifty support for one of my speakers.

Cons: None.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/21/2009 7:25:26 PM

Rating + 2 IOGEAR GCS634U


Pros: Nice look, clean style, works great with seperate wired usb keyboard and mouse.

Cons: Bought to use with Lenovo SK-8845 (USB keyboard/mouse combo - good for racked installs). Keyboard works but no mouse/2 port USB Hub when plugged into keyboard port. Keyboard/Mouse/2 Port USB Hub work when plugged into mouse port, but can't switch between servers. Called tech support with no luck. <Scroll Lock> <Scroll Lock> <Enter> commands only change systems if issued thru the keyboard port. Tech told me they never have tested with a combo keyboard/mouse setup. Strange given most KVMs are used with servers mounted in a rack with such a keyboard. Looking to return.

Other Thoughts: Great for home use
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. From your description above, you might have a bad unit. Since this unit is backed by IOGEAR's 3 year warranty, please give our tech support a call 7 days a week at 1(886)946-4327, and we would be gald to assist you with an RMA. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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Cameron
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/15/2009 11:45:19 PM

Rating + 5 works with mac keyboard!


Pros: good amount of settings and customization, works reliably with OSX, Windows, and Linux (yes I tried and use all 3), and works perfectly with a USB mac keyboard!

Cons: my only gripe is that not all the ports are modular. 2 ports have built-in cables and two have optional cables. why not make all 4 optional?

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N/A
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
6/29/2009 9:05:41 AM

Rating + 1 Do youself a Favor


Pros: Works great when its working.

Cons: After 1 week port 2 on my KVM Switch made a Blue overlay on any ocmputer connected to the switch. So yeah it broke after 1 week.

Other Thoughts: Do yourself a favor if you buy this keep your packaging so you can get a refund when this breaks.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. We are sorry that you have received a unit that turned bad in a week. But that’s why we provide a solid 3 year warranty making sure you can get a good unit and be able to use it for a long period of time. Please feel free to contact our 24/7 tech support at 1(866)946-4327, and we would be glad to assist you with the RMA. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
6/16/2009 10:51:31 AM

Rating + 5 Buy This!


Pros: I highly recommend this model over the other 4 Port USB KVMs.

Great Cabling. Two are removable. Great engineering on cable management.


Stereo Switching is awesome.
I didn't think the sound switching was important but it saves channels on my stereo receiver.

Great Hot Keys. Compatible with MX3200 with Ctrl Ctrl Enter.

Cons: No manual switching. Everything is done via hot keys.

Manual switching isn't necessary unless troubleshooting is needed.

Other Thoughts: Pay an extra 20 for this desktop model over the other IOGEAR 4 Port KVM. It will be worth it.

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hellanwait
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/20/2009 6:19:40 PM

Rating + 4 Nice for the price


Pros: optional 3rd and 4th cables. Single USB for keyboard and Mouse.

Cons: Slight hesitation from keyboard and mouse

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Jeff
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/15/2009 8:25:53 AM

Rating + 4 Good Device


Pros: Works as expected, even on an older box. hot-keys are intuitive and can be used quickly.

Cons: Keyboard/mouse sometimes get hung-up. I've typed web addresses and passwords that come out with multiple repeated letters. Just a minor complaint, however, as it is easy enough to just press the backspace. It usually occurs just after switching to another box.

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Sailor
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/15/2009 4:06:20 AM

Rating + 1 Not worth it


Pros: Easy installation. These units work fine initially. However, over time they fail!

Cons: I bought 3 of these guys and ALL OF THEM have failed! They will work for 3-6 months. After that, it will require reset, meaning that all the plugs need to be unplugged, wait a few seconds, and replug. The failures will become more frequent and eventually total failure.

Other Thoughts: Tech support is good.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. We are sorry that you have got 3 units and they turned bad on you. But since these product are backed by IOGEAR’s 3 year warranty, please feel free to contact our 24/7 tech support at 1(866)946-4327 and we would be glad to process an RMA for you making sure you enjoy using our trouble-free product. Once again thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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kvmhelper
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/14/2009 7:46:16 AM

Rating + 5 Windows sucks, but this unit works


Pros: Works as it should.

Cons: The keystrokes to change computers is a little kludgy.

Other Thoughts: At first, I couldn't get this to work with Windows, though it worked with Linux perfectly. It turns out I had to login before Windows would install the driver for the device. This is a chicken vs. egg problem. I couldn't login because I have a password on my user accounts. I left this plugged in and plugged in a PS2 keyboard and rebooted. Then I could login using the PS2 keyboard and the USB keyboard was installed and worked perfectly. I changed keyboards to another model and had to do it all over again, but this time I booted to safe mode and logged in as Administrator which doesn't have a password, then Windows installed the new keyboard.

I wonder if I could have avoided buying this if I had tried the same thing with the cheap USB to PS2 connector I tried before replacing my KVM switch.

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useditre
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/7/2009 10:35:48 AM

Rating + 4 Excellant for the price


Pros: Low profile. Good price. Works great for everything I need. Despite some minor flaws works awesome.

Cons: Key switching can be flaky and require second attempt. No indicator light showing which computers are connected and on. Two of the cables are fixed while two are modular. Would prefer all modular

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cipher_nemo
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
4/28/2009 7:44:11 AM

Rating + 5 better than expected


Pros: Price when compared to this unit's functionality. USB, audio, and VGA for half of the price of many other units but with the same USB bandwidth and video quality of higher-end units. I have no issues with VGA ghosting, no issues with USB bandwidth, and no issues switching between PCs. I use this for three PCs, two of which have USB and audio connected, and one of which has just the VGA video connected. It switches between all just fine. More improtantly, I have a wireless mini-keyboard that includes a touchpad and hooks up through one USB receiver. In the keyboard port, both the keyboard and touchpad work flawlessly. I also have a wireless mouse with a USB receiver attached to the mouse port and that works fine as well. My other I/O Gear 2-port switch never worked well with the touchpad of the mini-keyboard, but this 4-port works perfectly with it. I have no regrets in purchasing this switch.

Cons: Two of the KVM's ports are permanently attached to the unit (unless you really want to break it open and do some soldering). This isn't necessarily a bad thing, since you'd use this box for at least two PCs, but it does limit being able to swap in cables to get longer reaching connections or if and when the original ones fail. It's not a big concern if 6' is long enough for two of your PCs. Also, I don't really care for white devices with white cables, but it sits under my desk, so I don't see it. Finally, the keyboard combination to toggle is a little annoying (Scroll Lock, Scroll Lock, Enter). For me, pressing Scroll Lock on my mini-keyboard means holding down its Function (Fn) key, pressing Scroll Lock twice, then letting go and pressing Enter. Even though there is no manual way to switch PCs, this is something I can live with for this unit's flawless functionality and performance.

Other Thoughts: DVI is much more prevalent, but we'll never see a DVI-based solution that includes all of this unit's functionality for the same price. DVI takes additional circuitry to let all of the attached systems know they're connected to the same monitor type when we switch back and forth between PCs.

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Don
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
4/18/2009 5:47:33 PM

Rating + 1 don't buy this


Pros: My cat loved playing with the box

Cons: Couldn't get the unit to switch. Not sure why but the hotkeys wouldn't work. Since there are no pushbuttons if they hotkeys don't work you are truly up a creek. Only 2 USB ports. Audio is not handled by the unit. Wouldn't recognize laptop.

Other Thoughts: A KVM that won't switch is pretty useless.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. From your discription above not being able to swtich, it souds like you have a bad unit. Our GCS634U does support Audio, so I am a bit confused about what you said by audio is not handled by the unit. On the other hand, if you want more than 2 USB port and pushbutton for switching, I would suggest you to use our desktop version of the KVMs, for example, our GCS1734, there are 2 USB peripheral sharing port for your extra need and there are push button on the KVM for you to manually switch ports other than hotkeys. Since this KVM is backed by IOGEAR's 3 year warranty, please feel free to contact our 24/7 tech support at 1(866) 946-4327, they they would be glad to assist you and prcess an RMA for you. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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The Major
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
4/16/2009 4:22:19 PM

Rating + 4 Great KVM


Pros: I've owned several KVMs over the years (2 to 4 ports), and this has to be the best that I've owned. It's slim design let's you place it just about anywhere and it's out of the way. I have three systems currently connected to it, 1 Windows XP, 1 Windows Vista, and 1 Linux, and I've had no issues with it on any of them. It's very convenient to be able to switch to a specific system without having to go through each of them, one by one, like I've had to do with some other ones.

Cons: It would be nice to have a selector button, but it's not terrible having to hit the scroll lock twice then witch system you want to connect to, but would be more convenienent to have a button selector as well. Having two of the 4 cable hard wired into it is a bit frustrating. If something should happen to one of them, there is no way of replacing them. The other two are not that way, so why have any of them hard wired?

Other Thoughts: All in all, this is an outstanding KVM for the price.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and we are glad that you like our KVM. As for the selector button that you suggest, we do have a lot of KVMs that come with a switch button or pushbuttons on KVMs, for example, our GCS24U is one of them. On the hard wire suggestion, all of our desktop version of KVMs have seperate KVM cables. I would suggest you take a look at our GCS1734, that unit has all the feature on GCS634U with extra microphone support, pushbutton on unit, 2 USB peripheral sharing ports and of course, they seperated KVM cables. That might be a good choice for you to address your concerns. If you have any suggestion or question, please feel free to contact our 24/7 tech support at 1(866) 946-4327, they will be glad to assist you and forward your suggestion to our engineers. Once again, thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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thestorm
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
4/5/2009 7:51:24 AM

Rating + 5 Best 4-port KVM


Pros: KVM cables included. Good video quality. Relatively fast USB switching. Customizable hot keys.

Cons: 2 KVM cables are hardwired and would be impossible to replace if something happened to these cables. No button on KVM to manually switch between computers (hot key only).

Other Thoughts: If you have multiple computers but only want to use 1 monitor, keyboard, and mouse to control them, a KVM is for you. I have owned several 4-port KVM's. The big thing to look for is video quality. As monitors and screen resolutions have become bigger, older/cheaper KVM's are not capable of displaying the higher resolutions, or if they are, the video is out of focus or ghosting. PS/2 KVM's are super reliable and fast at switching, but good PS/2 keyboard and mice are becoming harder to find in favor of USB. That is what lead me to purchase the IOGear KVM. I had a Zonet PS/2 KVM that was working fine, but I wanted to upgrade to a more ergonomic USB keyboard and mouse. I tried Zonet USB's model, and was not happy with the video quality at all. Based on the reviews, I purchased the IOGear, and have been happy since.

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JJ
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
4/2/2009 7:30:02 AM

Rating + 3 Nice looking unit


Pros: Nice looking unit. I really like the design and looks. I like the built in cables as well as option for 2 more.

Cons: I cannot stand the scroll-lock-enter switching. I constantly and fighting to get it to switch. i wish it just had 4 buttons to switch between computers. i never know which computer im on and have to cycle through 3 computers to get to the one i want.

Other Thoughts: If it had buttons to force which computer you want to see, it would be perfect. Also it would be nice if it had its own separate power.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and your valuable comment. If you would like to use a KVM that can do specific port switching by push button, you can consider our GCS1734. It does everything the GCS634U does and more. For example, there are 2 peripheral sharing ports. It supports both audio and mic. It has 4 front panel pushbutton as you wish to have. And it does independence switching for KVM, audio and USB peripheral. I have attached a newegg link of GCS1734. If you have any further question, please feel free to contact our 24/7 tech support at 1(866)946-4327 and we will be glad to assit you. Once again thank you for choosing IOGEAR.

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Gio (Jo)
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/25/2009 9:52:55 PM

Rating + 5 Fantastic..


Pros: This thing actually works flawlessly with my DELL BT Wireless K/M combo...WITH ONE TRANSCEIVER!!

Cons: None.

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BD
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/25/2009 7:25:35 AM

Rating + 3 ok, some vista problems


Pros: nice design, detachable cables, nice cables, fast switching, audio feature is cool

Cons: Purchased Sept 2007, has worked fine until recently. My Vista machine occasionally locks up and a hard reboot is necessary as well as detaching the keyboard/mouse from the unit and hooking up directly to vista pc. Once keyboard/mouse connection is made directly to vista pc and is recognized, I can plug them back into the KVM. I get a lockup like this about once a week.

Other Thoughts: I have this connected to a Vista pc and XP SP3 pc, both are Dell. The XP machine has never had a problem.

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mike g
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/23/2009 1:35:18 PM

Rating + 1 KVM stands for "Kills Video Mercilessly"


Pros: supports high resolution, fairly fast switching between computers, can switch screens/keyboad/mouse independently of the audio, compact design

Cons: Where do I begin? I purchased this and immediately had problems with my monitor. I experienced static and flickering, regardless of the resolution or monitor it was connected to. So, I RMA'd it and got another one. Lo and behold, I have the same problem! But now I also have audio noise in addition to the video problem! I have tried 3 different computers and the audio problem persists. I also called tech support twice and wasted about 2 hours of my time so they could tell me they didn't have any idea what the problem was. Don't waste your money on this unit. It promises but does not deliver-- and that's 2 out of 2 units!

Other Thoughts: I eventually improved the video problem by changing out the cable from my monitor to the unit but it didn't eliminate the static, it only made it intermittent. My only other option is to purchase a high quality VGA cable

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
3/21/2009 12:55:12 PM

Rating + 4 Big Improvement


Pros: I replaced an older well-respected brand of KVM with this one. The other KVM had some ghosting and image stability issues with my current video card, but the image produced with this IOGEAR KVM is rock-solid. Very glad I upgraded!

Cons: The keyboard controls are a little more complex than they might need to be, but they get the job done.

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Ninesanddimes
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/17/2009 11:06:06 PM

Rating + 4 First KVM switch


Pros: Not hard to use once you get used to it. Using 3 ports on 2 windows xp machines and one OSX Tiger Mac. Keyboard is Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000, and mouse is Microsoft Natural Wireless Laser Mouse 6000.

Cons: There are no instructions on how to get back into Hot Key mode once you have disabled it. I should contact their support about it, but honestly I don't think I need to get back into hot key mode. It recognizes the Mac and adjusts the keyboard layout automatically between PC and Apple.

When light for PC #1 is lit, it lights the PC #2 slot as well, and vice versa. Does same thing with PC slots #3 and #4. Would be nicer if the LED's were external instead of embedded.

Other Thoughts: Free USB port when I got it. Meh.

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yf
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
3/16/2009 9:59:02 AM

Rating + 1 Can't get the switching hotkeys to work


Pros: It works with one computer.

Cons: I can't get the keyboard/mouse/video to switch to another computer. When I hit the scroll-scroll combination, nothing happens. If I do scroll-scroll-1-enter, I get 1 in my text editor on my computer. The only way I can get things to switch is by unplugging the current computer.

Manufacturer Response:Thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry about your experience. From your description above, it looks like you have a bad unit. Since this GCS634U comes with a 3 year warranty, please give our 24/7 customer support a call at 1(866) 946-4327 and we will be able to process an RMA for you. Once again thank you for choosing IOGEAR and we hope you enjoy our GCS634U after you receive the new unit from RMA.

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m
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/9/2009 10:58:27 AM

Rating + 2 Returned


Pros: This is not an active switch, but switching between computers is indeed fast. (But see "other thoughts".)

Cons: The switch was introducing distortions on the screen in the form of jittery 2-inch wide bands moving slowly from bottom to the top of the screen. These effects were very noticeable on the black background. Because of that I have returned the switch to NewEgg. I am not sure whether my unit was defective, or the switch or included cables were of poor design and lacking proper E/M shielding. The effects did not occur when computers were connected to the monitor directly.

Other Thoughts: Please note that, contrary to some reports on this site, this is not an active switch. The computers would beep while USB keyboard and mouse are being disconnected or reconnected. Also Vista (possibly other OSes as well) would notice monitor being connected or disconnected. In case of double monitor setup (e.g. laptop screen + external monitor on KVM) this causes a lot of desktop rearrangement which takes several seconds at every switch. In Vista TMMM (Transient Multi-Monitor Manager) has to be turned off to prevent this.

I would like to use this opportunity to thank NewEgg for handling the return very professionally. They waived the restocking fee and even provided me with a free UPS shipping label. I have been NewEgg customer for many years and this was my first return.

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Ken R.
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/28/2009 10:50:58 AM

Rating + 5 Nice product


Pros: This is a excellent product. I've connected 4 systems to it and it's working great.

Unlike other KVM switches I've owned in the past, the cables are not bulky and difficult to hide. Another bonus, no separate power connection. This sits unobtrusively on my desk and does it job.

Cons: I haven't encountered anything that bugs me yet.

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Kevin
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/26/2009 1:13:49 PM

Rating + 4 Works well


Pros: Very good product for the price and a very nice design fits away out of sight. Having the cables included saves time.

Cons: Can't think of any I am very happy with the product

Other Thoughts: Given the fact that my kids Play World of Warcraft with this device in use the monitor, keyboard and mouse response is not an issue.

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Nick
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
2/18/2009 11:42:19 AM

Rating + 4 Blurry Video Suggestion


Pros: I do not own this product but had a question for current owners. A common problem using VGA cables, especially when the signal is run through a device or adapter, is blurriness of the image. 99% of LCD monitors come with an auto-adjust button that should compensate for the interference. I've had a lot of blurry monitors that were fixed by simply pushing the Auto Adjust button.

My question is if the bluriness remains after Auto-Adjusting?

Cons: -

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cuervo73
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/17/2009 12:02:42 AM

Rating + 5 works perfectly, 4 systems


Pros: worked with no problems as soon as it was hooked up with all cables 1-4.
3 Linux systems (CentOS, Fedora and SuSE) and FreeBSD. Much better than the two KVMs used here previously: no leaning over to push buttons/twist knobs every time I want to switch. Simply push <ScrollLock> <ScrollLock> <Enter> and the next system is connected.

Cons: one dual-boot box has a very old Linux (Fedora Core 1) which doesn't see the USB connection at all; only video is working on that one box. Fortunately, the other OS in there is FreeBSD 5.2 and it works perfectly. F

Other Thoughts: have not hooked up sound at all; dunno if that works but who cares. I simply use direct spkr conx to one box where I have speakers/Rhythmbox running.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
2/10/2009 12:26:24 PM

Rating + 1 Do Not Buy This Product Unless You Want Bad Surprises


Pros: Good cosmetic look. That's it.

Cons: Does not work with common devices and IOGear does NOT tell you about it anywhere in the user manual, on the box, or on their web site. Customer service is the worst and denies responsibility. RMA is extremely difficult to obtain if you can ever push it through. DO NOT BUY THIS IOGEAR PRODUCT.

Other Thoughts: I bought the KVM switch and wanted to use it with my computer that has "DVI-D" connection. I'm using a DVI-D Adapter to convert to VGA connection. The image turns out to be very blurry after trying all 4 ports and all 4 cables. Yet I don't get the blurry picture problem if I use a separate, standalone VGA cable that connects directly to the computer. When I called IOGear Tech Support (so as they call themselves), the first person (Ben) says it does not work with DVI-D connection even if you have an adapter. I asked him where does it say that limitation on the box, in the user manual, or on your web site. He cannot prove it. He refused to issue an RMA. I asked for his supervisor, who then gave me the same excuse. After spending 58 minutes of my time and threatened to call the President of the company, he gave in and issued an RMA. He also said the product does not work with Laptop Docking Station. How would a customer know about these limitations if they are not disclosed anywhere???
Manufacturer Response:First of all, thank you for choosing IOGEAR and sorry for having the trouble using our GCS634U. In order to help troubleshooting your setup, first of all, I want to ask what you mean by "use it with my computer that has 'DVI-D' connection"? Do you mean you have a DVI connection on your video card? Usually video cards are DVI-I which the I stands for integraded meaning it supports both DVI-D (Digital) and DVI-A (Analog) signals. If your computer only supports DVI-D as you have mentioned, then GCS634U will not work because your computer is sending out a digital signal; however, GCS634U uses VGA (analog signal). In that case I would suggest you use our GCS1764, which is a DVI KVM switch.
Also, since the KVM does have a 3 Year Warranty, please feel free to contact our 24/7 support team at 1(866) 946-4327 and they will definitely be able to assist you and we will be glad to help you to process the RMA if the cause of the blurry screen is caused by the GCS634U.

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dcairns
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/8/2009 8:18:15 AM

Rating + 5 Works great


Pros: Purchased through NewEgg. Works with mixed enviroment. Dell Laptop, IBM laptop, Popwer Mac G3 and PC Desktop computers. Switches quickly using the familier Scroll Lock/Scroll Lock/Enter hot key. Running 1920x1200 and no ghosting visible. My old IoGear 2 port KVM did have a problem with ghosting. So this is an improvment.

Cons: Only minor quibbles:
- LED indicator can be hard to read at an angle, as the light leaks to the unlit indicater above or below the lit one.

-My Mac seems to need the KVM set to the MAC when booting (old Power Mac G3) or else I do not get video.

-Numbers on faceplate are small and low contrast, hard to read. I guess in time I will memorize which is which.

Other Thoughts: Now, I kinda wish I got the 8 port, my work is thinking of giving me yet another laptop :-o

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/3/2009 1:23:40 PM

Rating + 4


Pros: Nice small design. The cables are all in the back, and two are detachable, nice feature since many 4 port KVMs seem to like to put them on all the different sides. How am I supposed to put that on my desk? Very reliable, switches cleanly. Now I just need to memorize all the shortcuts for switching just KVM or Audio. Works with Mac OSX and Linux just fine. For some reason, USB KVMs I have tried had problems doing that. Never had a problem with PS/2 KVMs.

Cons: Doesn't work with my Logitech wireless KB/mouse set. It does work with wired devices though. I think the problem is related to the fact that the wireless set uses only one USB connection. Would be nice if the KVM would work with it.

Other Thoughts: The incompatibility finally pushed me over the edge to buy a new KB. I've needed a nice one for a while now. The Keytronic I got is amazing, now I need a few more of them. Maybe that should be a con, made me want more keyboards. :)

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Buckenator
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/2/2009 7:30:39 AM

Rating + 5 Just what I wanted


Pros: Works perfectly. Switching between computers is fast, about half a second.

Cons: Not DVI, but that's my choice since I pruchased the lower priced version. Need to make sure you plug the keyboard into the correct usb port on the kvm switch. You will still be able to type if you plug into the mouse usb port, but the hot key to switch consoles won't work. Took me about 15 minutes to figure that out.

Other Thoughts: Have a linux atom box, a quad core win xp box and 2.4 northwood xp box connected to it. And my corporate labtop when I work from home. Haven't attached the quad core or labtop to it yet (mainly cause i haven't built it or had to work from home)

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upinsmoke
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/1/2009 7:25:29 PM

Rating + 5 Works Perfect!!


Pros: Works perfect. Just as advertised. No loss in video quality. I have several IOGEAR KVM switches and they "ALL" work perfect. This one is the best of breed.

Cons: n/a

Other Thoughts: U-BUY > U-READ > U-LIKE

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/30/2009 2:19:09 PM

Rating + 5 Love it


Pros: Love the ability to have all my computers conntected to one source for keys, mouse, and monitor. The ability to play sound from another machine while keys and monitor control another are fantastic.

Cons: seems to have issues retaining the resolution of my Mac Mini. When I swap to another computer, and then swap back it takes the screen a couple seconds before it corrects itself. Also, resizes the application windows that are open when it resizes. Nothing too painful though.

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bs101
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/21/2009 6:29:28 PM

Rating + 5 USB 4-port KVM Switch


Pros: This unit installed easily and works flawlessly. I had other swtches and none compared with this for performance and price.

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: I like the switching of keyboard and mouse, but leaving audio on one machine for keeping music playing.

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Beaz
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/20/2009 7:58:36 PM

Rating + 2 Video Support is Poor


Pros: Switching functions worked as advertised. Combination of fixed and removable cables reduced clutter.

Cons: Highly disappointed in video quality. Prominent ghosting artifacts at all resolutions (800x600 to 2048x1024) and refresh rates (60 to 85). Contact to IOGear Tech Support was also disappointing. Basically they said to change the resolution and everything would be fine, then didn't reply to my followup message. I returned the product.

Other Thoughts: Image quality was perfect while direct connected to the monitor. After having problems with the IOGear switch, I tried an old cheap Belkin two port KVM I had laying around and the image quality was perfect. This is obviously a problem in the design of the IOGear KVMs.

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Axfactor
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/14/2009 3:10:58 PM

Rating + 5 Great KVM


Pros: -Price
-Can listen to audio from 1 pc while viewing a video feed from another
-good solid design and construction
-switches from the keyboard so you don't have to put this in plain sight and always try to reach for it
-no external power source needed

Cons: -Can't mount it underneath a desk as stated in previous review

Other Thoughts: For the price this is a great buy if you need a good 4 port KVM

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fzumrk
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/14/2009 12:04:37 PM

Rating + 5 This works great


Pros: Does what it is supposed to do. I have this set up with three different PCs and had no problems with the operation.

Cons: None.

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desertjedi
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/13/2009 8:41:27 AM

Rating + 5 WOOHOO!...it actually works!!!


Pros: It really works!!! Yes, believe it or not, this KVM actually works...even with a gaming mouse (MX518).

No external power needed.

No stupid beep when switching.

Takes about 4 seconds to switch "sides".

No noticeable video degradation. Highest tested was 1600x1200.

Cons: It doesn't help men and women achieve deeper levels of intimacy - something that would greatly benefit our society.

Other Thoughts: If you're new to KVMs, install can be a little tricky. Make sure you have a separate USB mouse attached directly to your PC before you install the KVM or you may boot to having no mouse. On one PC, it took a reboot for the KVM to kick in. On my other PC, it simply immediately installed all the needed devices and in a couple of seconds I had mouse and keyboard.

I kinda wished it had a physical button you could press to switch sides but that's not biggie.

So far, I'm very satisfied with this unit. Much, much better than my older IOGear KVM!

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/11/2009 10:25:39 PM

Rating + 1 Many failures


Pros: Easy to install; great looking unit! Easy to use.

Cons: I had 3 of these units and one unit failed within 1 month and I thought it was bad luck and switched for another one. I subsequently purchased another one. Now both of them failed within 6 months! Tech support was great and told me to unplug all usb connections to reset and it'll work again. Great except they failed again within 2 weeks. So, again going though the hassle to disconnect and connect again to reset. This process repeats for several weeks. Finally, I gave up and pulled them out.

Other Thoughts: Thought I had found one great unit and was deeply disappointed.

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Hogie-One Kanobi
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/6/2009 2:34:12 PM

Rating + 5 Great KVM for cheap


Pros: 4 port KVM that is USB + sound. Cheap, detachable cables (2 of 4), low profile

Cons: 2 cables are built in, and not detachable.

Other Thoughts: Bought this for my rack at home, and it is doing a good job. no power required, and the video doesn't ghost like on other KVMs in this price range. (Got it on sale).

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David's InnerGeek
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/4/2009 4:17:14 PM

Rating + 4 A good home KVM switch


Pros: A good, dependable KVM switch. I haven't bothered learning all the key combinations. I just use the basic toggle to scroll through all my connected computers.

Cons: I replaced my original keyboard with one which did not have a scroll lock key. I was unable to map a new toggle sequence, so I simply bought a keyboard with a scroll lock.

Other Thoughts: Things I've learned:
1. If you are still using a PS-2 keyboard, plan on getting a usb keyboard to go with this. They don't play nice together. Not even with a ps-2 to usb adapter.
2. If you have to re-install the OS on any connected PC (whether Windows or Linux) you should disconnect the PC from the KVM and do the install in a stand-alone situation. Otherwise, bad juju will ocur. PC won't remember custom display or mouse settings after rebooting.

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N/A
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
1/4/2009 1:29:36 PM

Rating + 5 Great device


Pros: Very compact device with intelligent cable design. Easy to setup and use. It's a nice feature to be able to keep the speaker connection with one computer while moving monitor, keyboard and mouse to the other, so you can use one computer to play music and another one to work. Great picture quality up to 1680x1050.

Cons: Picture was a little blurry on Windows with my old 19'' monitor. No issue with my Linux box though. But all looks great with a new Dell 22''.

Other Thoughts: You can't switch to a port for which no cable is connected, which is good. Would be nice if it detected if a connected computer is not switched on and won't let you switch to that one either.

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N/A
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
12/15/2008 12:21:09 AM

Rating + 3 Keyboard's Special Keys Do Not Work


Pros: This KVM seems to work well, being responsive and when switching takes approximately 1 to 2 seconds to repower the usb input devices.

There is no ghosting of the video output and refreshes satisfactory.

Recognizes the Logitech G5 Mouse.

Cons: Is not able to give full functionality to the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard.

When the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is on full brightness, or turned off. Sound works normally. However, when the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is on brightness setting 2/4 or 3/4, there is a faint but annoying static sound that can be heard.

Other Thoughts: Windows Vista 32
Logitech Illuminated Keyboard
Logitech G5v2 Mouse
Gigabyte P35-DS4v2

If there is a kvm switch that supports the full functionality of logitech keyboards I would like to know so that I could purchase it. If you have a usb port that is on your keyboard, you can hook up the mouse to the keyboard and the keyboard to the KVM's usb mouse port, everything will run smoothly. Not too sure why the usb keyboard port will not give full functionality to the keyboard.
Manufacturer Response:Thank you for providing us the feedback on the support of the Illuminated Keyboard.

We will have our R&D look into this and see if we can support this in the near future.

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User
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
12/13/2008 5:51:32 PM

Rating + 5 Love it


Pros: I have had the device almost a year.
I like the LED video selection indicators.
The keystroke to switch the console from computer to computer is pretty handy and second nature now.
It has not broken.

Cons: Remembering all the different keystrokes needed to do all the fancy things the KVM is capable of is problematic.
I keep the PDF manual from IOGEAR on my desktop for reference.

Other Thoughts: I run a bunch of old beat up computers so I couldnt say if the qaulity of the video is super duper or not. I can say that I don't notice a difference with or without the KVM on my old monitor.

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zuffy
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
12/9/2008 1:43:35 PM

Rating + 2 Blurred/fuzzy display


Pros: Nice console. Easy to switch between PCs

Cons: A manual button to switch between PCs would be nice. Fuzzy/blurred display with KVM

Other Thoughts: I am running 1280 x 1024 on a 18" LCD. I noticed the display is not as sharp anymore compare to my Belkin KVM. Luckily, this is purchased at work. If I bought this for personal use, I would return it for a refund.
Manufacturer Response:It is very unusual for us to see the video related problem on this product, because it does come with the IOGEAR video enhancement technology.

One quick thing you can try is to disconnect and then reconnect the monitor cable and make sure it is firmly connected.

If that does not work, please contact IOGEAR support on this, they will trouble shoot with you, and also swap a new unit for you if the unit is defective.

Thank you for tring IOGEAR.

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Boston Blackie
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
12/6/2008 5:20:27 AM

Rating + 5 Perfect fit


Pros: This is exactly what I was looking for. Everything works as advertised. I was also surprised by the quality of the audio through this device considering the pans I've seen on other such devices. Also works just fine with my wireless keyboard/mouse combo (Micro Innovations)

Cons: No manual selection of ports, but I can live with that.

Other Thoughts: Gave me some initial problems during the first run due to the USB and wireless keyboard, but perseverance prevailed.

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michaelssw
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
12/3/2008 11:10:08 AM

Rating + 5 Everything works


Pros: Lets see...

NO software needed (atleast for me) to use keyboard shortcuts

NO extra power supply to run it (runs off of the USB power)

The ability to keep sound playing on one computer when switching over to another is awsome.

Cons: I have that Yatta song stuck in my head

its so easy... happy go lucky

Other Thoughts: I don't get that ghosting effect on my computer like others have. I run both computers at 1600x1200. Works fine.

This thing periodicly goes on sale for about half off... thats when i got it.

Windows XP SP2 (both machines)
Wired Logitech Keyboard/mouse

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0l33l
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
11/24/2008 10:33:01 PM

Rating + 2 Video resolution is a lie


Pros: Looks good.

Cons: False advertising. Plugging in my 24" monitor (1900x1200) produced such a fuzzy/ghostign image that I had to return the unit. The tech specs do say that the unit supports "2048 x 1536" resolutions, which it does, just not well at all. Do not buy this unit if you are running high resolutions.

Manufacturer Response:I am sorry to hear that you are having this issue with our GCS634U. The device definitely support 2048x1536 as it advertised. From the description that you have mentioned, I believe you have a bad unit. Since this product has a 3 year warranty, I would strongly suggest you call our 24/7 toll free customer support number at 1(800) 946-4327. Our tech. support specialists can definitely be able to resolve your problem. Again, sorry that you are having this experience.

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Sook
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
11/6/2008 12:22:09 PM

Rating + 4 Not soo good for gaming


Pros: I love being able to jump between computers easily and being able to leave the audio at a different computer is awesome. never had any vertical line issues that some cheaper KVM's have either!

Cons: Unfortunately my Logitech G15 has become a rather large desk weight. Unlike cheaper Tr***net kvm's this one will not let my keyboard's macro or LCD function at all. It is for this reason that I gave it 4 eggs.

Other Thoughts: All in all a great KVM for a tech bench, server cluster, etc. Not so good for any kind of customizable or 'gaming' keyboards or mice.

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Spuds
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
10/24/2008 9:46:19 AM

Rating + 5 I love this KVM


Pros: I love this KVM. The Keyboard short cuts are great and having the ability to switch the sound or to leave the sound connected to one machine is great. I can switch around and still listen to my streaming audio on my first machine.

Cons: It looks like a mac mini?

Other Thoughts: I suppose if you had a mac mini that wouldn't be a con and it would be a great addition to your desk.

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Tomfc2
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
10/21/2008 9:54:18 AM

Rating + 5 liked it so much getting another


Pros: first one works great on my work bench 0 issues being recognized in every bios; unlike many cheap KVMs quick and easy switching is lag free. This second one is going to run my personal network training lab going for network certs and this little fella is so interoperable there is no reason to try anything else

As for the mounted cables being an issue I would think if you are putting in a 4 port KVM you would use at least 2 cables?

Cons: only one con; that I tried cheap KVMs before and got CHEAP KVMs cost me several times as much finding this one as this KVM cost.

Other Thoughts: I recommend this for any small environment, test lab, or work bench. The auto switch function is great for monitoring several installations at once.

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Jimboscomp
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
10/10/2008 11:55:08 PM

Rating + 3 Great for Certain Setups


Pros: This is a great KVM switch if you do have 4 computers that you will be connecting to it. Using the toggle keys is great instead of having to reach over to press a button and the such. High quality, no loss of sound or video quality either. No external power supply, that's nice.

Cons: BEWARE, if you have a wireless mouse and keyboard that uses the same usb receiver, this may not work. It did not work here, either the mouse worked and the toggle keys didn't, or the toggle keys worked and the mouse didn't. If you have a separate mouse and keyboard, it'll work great. Another thing I didn't like much was, the cables for computers 1 and 4 are built into the device, which is kind of annoying having them permanently built into it.

Other Thoughts: For my personal setup, a tech bench to work on 4 computers at once, or a small server setup, this is perfect.

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happycustomer
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
10/7/2008 2:10:51 PM

Rating + 2 Horrible product, great service!


Pros: Great cable length

Cons: Didn't work

Other Thoughts: Couldn't ever get it to work. Unfortunately this is the second time I've had problems with a consumer-level IO Gear KVM.

Newegg was great, though, and was very accommodating when it came to returning the item. Definitely worth the hassle!

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
10/2/2008 5:38:07 PM

Rating + 5 Kinda Big, but Works Great!


Pros: I bought it for 3 main reasons; (1) IOGEAR quality (my 3rd KVM from them and both older ones still work great), (2) the audio support on a USB KVM and more importantly, (3) I was hoping to use my favorite 8-button Logitech USB mouse and be able to program all it's buttons on attached PCs. To my pleasant surprise, my mouse (Logitech MX500) works great!!! I was able in install the Mouseware software and program the buttons on each PC. The quality is good and the audio features are nice. You can switch PCs and keep the audio running on another PC. Cool if want to listen to a music CD on 1 PC and work on another.

Cons: None technically! It's kinda big (see the dimensions) but it is attractive. You can sit something on top (like a PC speaker) and not loose any desk space. The console inputs are all on the right side and the 4 PC outputs are all on the back, so it's works out pretty good.

Other Thoughts: If you want a great product, this is it!

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CML
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
9/13/2008 9:16:29 PM

Rating + 4 Good for lower resolutions


Pros: Switching speed was generally good and it would skip ports not connected to a computer. In the seven months I've owned it, it never locked up on me. It sits perfectly under an Apple Mac mini and it worked well in a mixed Windows XP/Mac OS X environment. It recognized all of the special keys (that I used) on my Microsoft 4000 keyboard.

Cons: I had problems with ghosting when running a 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (my LCD's native) display resolution on all three computers connected to it. Keyboard switching only.

Other Thoughts: The ghosting was bad enough for me that I eventually replaced this KVM with a DVI KVM, also from IOGEAR. When connected to my Mac mini, the mini's display resolution would change (get smaller) after switching to another computer, causing some application windows to be moved and/or resized. It would change back to the set resolution shortly after switching. I can't say what the reason for that was.

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mrwick
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
9/1/2008 9:28:28 PM

Rating + 5 Good Price Performance


Pros: Excellent price performance, compact and well laid out, functions smoothly, intuitively. Good video resolution and excellent video on higher end monitors and video cards. Nice feature switching audio. The audio can be switched independently of the KVM, so it can play on one system and use KVM on another. I use it to switch a Dell w/Vista, Dell XP, Dell Server Win 2K3, and Gateway with XP. USB on all systems, and resolution of 1200 to 1640 horizontal.

Cons: The LED indicator for the 4 ports is hard to read when you look down on it because they engineered the viewport as 2 horizontal slots instead of 4 distinct ports. This was bad design that you get used to, but they should change. If this was an industrial lab with multiple users, it could be a problem. I would have liked a headphone jack for the audio.

Other Thoughts: I was torn between this inexpensive switch and one of the IOgear switches with physical switches and a few more functions. But in the end, this is a very functional switch at the lowest cost for the quality provided. Unless you really have a rack mount situation where you need frequent physical access to the switch, this is a great choice. I would have liked a microphone switch and a headphone jack for home and lab use, but I can live with this.

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kftwrk
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/25/2008 5:04:43 PM

Rating + 4


Pros: works fine. connected all four computers and works as expected. one can switch with sound or without sound... neat feature.

beats using ssh or moving cables.

great price.

Cons: thought the unit was bad, but it turned out to be a dirty USB connection on my computer. is that a con? hmmm...

Other Thoughts: i have four computers connected.
1. win xp pro with a matrox p750
2. mythbuntu with a matrox g450
3. asus eee pc
4. generic compaq, built in video, win xp pro

all go into an ancient gateway 19" crt. (it was free...)

replaces a belkin 2 port KVM that also works fine.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/25/2008 7:58:40 AM

Rating + 5 Great Product


Pros: Great product, easy setup, cables are a good length and provide a lot of flexibility for laying out your systems. Simple use - turn off your equipment, connect the KVM cables, reboot, and you are good to go. Two cables are hard-wired into the device and two are detachable and can be stored elsewhere if you don't need them. No power cables is needed!!! This is great, because I have way too many things plugged in as it is. I've tested all sort of locations and different USB devices and everything seems to work fine. The Keyboard and mouse can be hot plugged on the device without causing problems to the devices connected to it.

The audio switching capability is a nice "cherry on top" feature of this reliable and convenient KVM. You can switch just the audio, or just the K/M inputs to another device and leave the Audio, or K/M on another device. Very versitile.


There are

Cons: You have to get creative if you want to store this device anywhere other than on your desk or a nearby shelf.

Other Thoughts: Highly recommend; well worth the cost. The manual offers advanced switching features such as Apple and Solaris mapping/switching and separate audio and keyboard/mouse switching techniques.

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doneb1957
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/20/2008 9:13:55 AM

Rating + 2 Keyboard problems


Pros: Nice Looks- Thats about it

Cons: Have used several(maybe 5) kvm's in the past, this is the only one that won't allow me to use the extra keys on the keyboard. Very basic Microsoft comfort curve 2000. No volume, mute, back, forward, nothing? contacted IOgear about this, and was told that it has problems with some keyboards! daa, no kidding!. thats just the way it is. done. That wouldn't be so bad if just the mute key would work for me. decided to keep it, and I'm looking for a replacement. would have only given it 1 star, but it looks better then most of the others that i've seen.

Other Thoughts: Must admit IOgear does make a quality product, just don't like this one. if i knew of a keyboard that would work, the extra keys and all. I woud buy one for sure. maybe they have a list of known keyboards that the extra keys will work on with this KVM?

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PsyberS
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/19/2008 6:25:46 PM

Rating + 5 I love it!


Pros: Seems to work flawlessly! I have not run into any problems at all using this KVM. The cords are plenty long for my use, video+mouse+keyboard+sound all seem to work just fine, and it looks quite stylish!

Cons: None after 6 months.

Other Thoughts: At first I was worried it would be a little overpriced, but given the quality of the device this seems to not be the case. I would highly recommend this for anyone who needs to control 2-4 computers.

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N/A
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/16/2008 10:28:53 AM

Rating + 5 Great KMV Switch


Pros: Easy to install. Does not slide around on the desk. Easy to use. Great price for the value. Works well with my Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse. Nice long cables.

Cons: None.

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Hackerness
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/12/2008 10:12:18 AM

Rating + 4 It works


Pros: It works, has many modes and you can learn how to switch between them with a little manual reading. The scan mode is cute.

Cons: Shorter cords than I dream of. I wish scroll-lock twice would go to the next attached computer but it doesn't. It beats other models I've tried

Other Thoughts: Buy it.

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zeels
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/7/2008 7:16:29 AM

Rating + 4 Excellent Cross Platform Support


Pros: Easy to set up. Supports all the keys on my new Apple “slim” aluminum base keyboard (as advertised). High quality unit and cables. Excellent support of a PC that shipped with PS/2 keyboard and mouse, (previous units from Iogear had trouble)

Cons: I use the “Sticky Keys” on both platforms, which raises all kinds of havoc when the Control key gets locked down after switching between CPU’s. The only other choice of a switching key is “Scroll Lock”, which is not on this keyboard.

Other Thoughts: It’s loaded with programmable extras. You can switch Audio, KVM or both independently. It can auto-switch between inputs at user determined intervals. Parallel’s users will be slightly annoyed by a usb compatibility dialog box that pops us after switching to the host Mac. Simply cancel the message and move on. I have not pursued this issue. The indicator lights are too small, but you get used to them.

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Barry
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
8/5/2008 12:17:58 PM

Rating + 5 IOGEAR 4-Port USB KVM


Pros: Works great right out of the box. I have a Mac Mini and an IBM laptop connected and both found the KVM and worked with it the first try. Well Satisfied.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: Highly recommend both the IOGEAR KVM and Newegg.com.

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Steve
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/16/2008 3:09:51 PM

Rating + 5 Fantastic USB KVM


Pros: The KVM is connected to a 2003 server, AOpen MiniPC, and another computer with a Gigabyte 965P motherboard. The mouse is a standard Microsoft USB mouse and Microsoft Comfort Curve 2000 keyboard. Until an electrical storm took it out, it worked perfectly for over a year. I replaced the unit with a new one without any problems at all. The monitor is a Viewsonic 22". Highly recommended!

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: If you have a difficult combination of computers, you might want to give this one a go.

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
7/8/2008 10:07:20 AM

Rating + 1 Incompatible USB Keyboard...


Pros: If you have a keyboard that is compatible... this KVM is great. All of the quick key features work, etc. I tried 4 keyboards with this one and only one failed... It recognized the Dell keyboard with built in smart card readers but it wouldn't recognize the HP keyboard with built in smart card reader.

Cons: Incompatible with the HP keyboard Model: KUS0133

There is something between the keyboard emulator in the KVM and this keyboard that does not allow the keyboard to be recognized or powered when you attach it to the KVM's keyboard slot. It only took about 4 hours and three borrowed keyboards from friends to figure this out.

Other Thoughts: The IO Gear techsupport guys said that this KVM was only built to recognize STANDARD USB keyboard functions and features. I don't recommend using in an environment where your smart card readers are built into the keyboard.
Manufacturer Response:I am sorry that you have had difficulty with your purchased product. The failure rate of this product has proven to be fractional. If you have additional questions about the length of your warranty you may contact IOGEAR’s support department via email at support@iogear.com, via telephone at 949-453-8782 or toll free at 866-9-IOGEAR, or via fax at 949-453-8785.

http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty/

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N/A
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
6/29/2008 8:33:13 PM

Rating + 5 Works great


Pros: I use this at the office to switch between 2 Windows XP laptops and 2 Linux-based desktop/tower machines. All systems output to a flat-panel LCD display.

Cons: Expect a slight (1 to 3 second) video delay when switching between computers. Other than the delay, no complaints.

Other Thoughts: Getting the video adjusted for all 4 systems took the most time.

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spenca
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
6/19/2008 2:41:45 PM

Rating + 4 Works


Pros: Works as it's supposed to.

Cons: I wish it would continue to send keyboard/mouse connection signals to each computer it's connected to. Instead, as you switch from computer to computer, the device drops out. Not a big deal, just not ideal.

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Gunstra
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
6/5/2008 5:58:49 PM

Rating + 3 66% Works XP/Mac


Pros: Works with Windows, Mac and Sun. Easy scroll lock + scroll + enter switching or scroll lock + scroll + number key corresponding to computer + enter.

Cons: Cannot get it to work with my new PC running Windows XP Sp3. I have an AMD 5200+, GIGABYTE GA-M57SLI-S4 AM2 NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP ATX AMD Motherboard, G.SKILL 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel, EVGA 512-P3-N862-AR GeForce 9600GT Superclocked 512MB 256-bit GDDR3. The video card is DVI only and I am using a vga to dvi adapter. The keyboard and monitor work with this PC, but the mouse will not. The kvm works fine with my G4 Mac running 10.3 and it works fine with my older PC running XP.

Other Thoughts: I have been on support calls and emails with IOGear and keep getting a run around to try this and that, I have asked them twice if it is because I am using the vga to dvi adapter that the mouse is not working properly but they said no, and I would almost guarantee it should not be considering I don't believe they run usb through the video connector and the usb cable.

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MG
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/27/2008 8:23:12 PM

Rating + 1 Works perfectly


Pros: Allows me to switch between two PCs and an old Mac G4 (running MacOS 9.1) using a Microsoft Digital Media Pro keyboard and Logitech MX310 mouse. It also comes with all cables necessary to connect 4 computers to the switch. Great product, couldn't be more pleased with it.

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: I didn't think that I could find a switch that would support my ancient Mac G4, but I was wrong...
Manufacturer Response:I am not quite sure why you gave us one Egg when your review is very positive. If you have additional questions about the performance or the length of your warranty you may contact IOGEAR’s support department via email at support@iogear.com, via telephone at 949-453-8782 or toll free at 866-9-IOGEAR, or via fax at 949-453-8785.

http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty/

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Royale
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/25/2008 11:26:01 AM

Rating + 4 Bought one for home and work.


Pros: Purchased one for the home for my WinXP, Ubuntu, and Toshiba laptop systems. Since I'm using DVI for my graphics cards and monitor, I have not used the Video portion of the KVM. I enjoyed it so much at home, I bought one for work. It really has helped reduce clutter and help my productivity. I've recommeneded it several times.

Cons: I have noticed that if the KVM is set to the port on my Ubuntu system, the system will not boot(hang at POST) until I switch ports. Not sure if this is an issue with the KVM, Ubuntu, or my motherboard. It's a small issue I'm willing to live with.

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NoMacSec
Tech Level: high
Ownership: more than 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/22/2008 8:45:31 AM

Rating + 5 Great KVM


Pros: After trying multiple below average KVM's, I found this one. I originally purchased 3, for my tech shop, about a year and half ago. Used 1 for my Mac bench and the other 2 for the PC benches. My technicians and I have used the on hundreds of machines and not had any problems unlike the old *elkin SOHO's these replaced. Since I liked this KVM so much I went ahead and purchased one for my home.

Cons: None so far!

Other Thoughts: Sometimes I wish it had a selector button on the KVM instead of having to use the key combo. This is a very minor thing...really just for convenience. Also, I like how it doesn't beep when you switch between computers. One more thing...the ability to switch KVM separately from sound is great. I can keep rocking out from one computer while switching back and forth working on different tasks.

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loghyr
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/19/2008 9:33:18 AM

Rating + 3 Interior connectors do not like all machines


Pros: The two permanently attached cable bundles work well. They even work with Mac Minis with the DVI/VGA converters that Apple provides.

Cons: The other two cables do not work so well. They do not work with any DVI/VGA converters. And by the way, the packaging clearly shows the KVM working with a Mac Mini. It looks like part of the Mini product line.

The problem is how the KVM gets power from the attached computers. I'm pretty sure that the two sets of cables are wired differently.

As a matter of fact, I wasn't able to drive the attached cables with a Shuttle XPC with a straight VGA connection.

I was able to drive a Sun Microsystems 4150 with a straight VGA connection.

Other Thoughts: NewEgg's practice of showing everything in the box really helped me buy this unit. It was clear that all 4 sets of cables were supplied. I was not able to determine this on other sites.

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wildboarpete
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/5/2008 8:59:45 AM

Rating + 5 Perfect for Mac & Windows Situation


Pros: This product is prefect for a Mac / Windows scenario. The KVM is very nicely designed with two fixed cable sets and an aditional 2 sets that can be attached as needed. I had a Mac G5 tower and a IBM Think Pad laptop, and a Win2K3 server. I hooked the device right up and minutes later I was quickly working between the platforms with nary a hiccup.

Cons: Not much of a con. Mac OSX has a keyboard detection wizard that was having a bit of an issue with the IBM keyboard. I swapped out the Lenovo 104 keyboard for a Dell unit and the Mac was happier with that, so my assumption is this was a IBM keyboard issue and not anything to do with IOGear

Other Thoughts: Couldn't be happier with the purchase. As always, Newegg was johnny on the spot with the delivery!

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benjamasta
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
5/2/2008 10:52:19 AM

Rating + 4 Great for the $$ - ghosting w/ mac @ 1920x1200


Pros: Setup: Console-> Dell 24" LCD, mac wired kb & MS mouse. Ports-> 1,2 & 4 = Dell D620 laptop, Macbook (intel/2008), older AMD, nForce board (usb), ATI gfx PC.

Worked right out of box.. Like the quality of cables and size of switch. Ran through the setup to change the switch key from [num lock] to [ctrl] for mac keyboard - no problems. easy to control, switches quickly and supports all the mac keys when on mac. Prob the best 4-port usb D-sub KVM out there right now...

Cons: Not sure this is IOGear's fault (artifact of analog signal degradation through so many connections / length of cable?) BUT... def seeing banding or ghosting interference when at 1920x1200 on the mac. Do not see this issue as pronounced on the PC's. Made sure to un-roll cables and string them away from others, etc. bummer, still there...

Other Thoughts: Will prob live with ghosting issue for now since I am so happy everything actually works well - but will keep an eye out for a solid low price DVI based 4-port with good marks (Don't see one yet...)

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Victorious
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
3/25/2008 11:11:18 AM

Rating + 5 Great product!


Pros: Plug'n'play. Got it out of the box and working in minutes. i'm using it to switch between a VIA board running Debian, a Dell PentiumIII Windows 2k, and a Lenovo laptop with dual boot XP/Debian. All my systems have no problems whatsoever with it. Totally satisfied.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: If you want something that works, buy this one.

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MrBill
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/20/2008 3:22:02 PM

Rating + 3 Decent USB KVM for price


Pros: Nice looking box. The packaging is much better than many "non-commercial" KVM's. It sits flat instead of vertical and doesn't have a weird shape. The CPU cables all go out the back rather than the octopus design of many KVM's. The one that this is replacing had the four cables coming out in four directions so it was very awkward on the desk. The ability to switch sound is nice. Before, I always had to choose which two CPU's to plug into my speakers.

Cons: I am definitely keeping this KVM. However, there are a couple of failry major issues that kept me from rating it a five. The first is the lack of a switch button. All the other KVM's I've used had at least one button to switch from CPU to CPU. With this one, when it hangs ort has any kind of communication problem, there is no way to get it to switch to the next computer. I've had a few times where I had to unplug it before I could get it to switch to the next CPU. Also, like others have mentioned here, the key switching sequence is a little awkward and it's picky about how fast you hit the double key combination. The documentation is sparse and not very clear.

Other Thoughts: I don't know if this is a problem with just this KVM or with USB KVM's in general. Unlike my old PS2 KVM, this doesn't maintain the "appearance" of a keyboard and mouse with the computer when a different one is selected. So, every time I switch to a different CPU, I get the Microsoft "da-dink" sound that means hardware was just connected.

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Birdie
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/18/2008 1:46:43 PM

Rating + 2 Problem with Lycosa and I/O gear KVM


Pros: Bought this to replace an aging PS2 ported KVM, and so far, have tried 3 differetn Lycosa's and none of them seem to last but a few minutes before they shut off, and you have to reboot every PC on the KVM..is very strange. Plug in old ten dollar junk keyboard and it works fine. The Lycosa has backlit illumination, so maybe it draws too much thru the KVM and the KVM shuts it down...

am probably going to RMA this back to Newegg.

Cons: unit i got does not like my Lycosa gaming keyboard at all.

Other Thoughts: it does seem to work fine with a "normal" keyboard, but that does not help my situation. It is probably coming back to Newegg.
Manufacturer Response:I am sorry that you have had difficulty with your purchased product. The failure rate of this product has proven to be fractional. I encourage you to contact our customer advocacy department. I have included some of the warranty and contact information in order to facilitate this process for you.

IOGEAR warrants our products against defects in material and workmanship for the length of the warranty period which begins to run on the documented date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective within the warranty period, contact IOGEAR's support department for information on how to have your product repaired or replaced. IOGEAR will not issue a monetary refund for the product.

If you have additional questions about the length of your warranty you may contact IOGEAR’s support department via email at support@iogear.com, via telephone at 949-453-8782 or toll free at 866-9-IOGEAR, or via fax at 949-453-8785.

http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty/

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Sean
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/17/2008 4:09:42 PM

Rating + 2 Know the limits of KVMs


Pros: This product is very clean, very well styled and is quite inconspicuous on my desk. The cables are well placed. The swapping between computers is efficient (scroll lock, scroll lock, enter). It comes with cables for two computers built in, and it ships with two extras so you don't have to have all 4 cables in the box at once (cuts down on cable clutter if you're only using 2 or 3 computers). The cables themselves are nice- it's one cable per computer. It plugs into the KVM box on one end in what looks like a VGA cable, and the end that goes to each computer branches off into a VGA, 3.5mm headphone-type plug, and USB connector.

Cons: Well, it won't pass through the macro functions on my G11 keyboard, and it won't pass through whatever is plugged into the USB ports on the keyboard, either.

Other Thoughts: I guess if you have a fancy keyboard like a G11 or G15 you are just out of luck and can't use a KVM switch. Shame, really, because other than that this KVM switch is awesome. I gave it two stars because it doesn't function like I need it to, and I think people need to know the limitations of products like this. If I were to rate it on KVM performance in general it would be higher, like 4 stars.
Manufacturer Response:I am sorry that you have had difficulty with your purchased product. The failure rate of this product has proven to be fractional. I encourage you to contact our customer advocacy department. I have included some of the warranty and contact information in order to facilitate this process for you.

IOGEAR warrants our products against defects in material and workmanship for the length of the warranty period which begins to run on the documented date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective within the warranty period, contact IOGEAR's support department for information on how to have your product repaired or replaced. IOGEAR will not issue a monetary refund for the product.

If you have additional questions about the length of your warranty you may contact IOGEAR’s support department via email at support@iogear.com, via telephone at 949-453-8782 or toll free at 866-9-IOGEAR, or via fax at 949-453-8785.

http://www.iogear.com/support/warranty/

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rb
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/4/2008 9:39:12 AM

Rating + 5 4 months in...


Pros: This KVM has worked without a hitch since day 1. I've had a lot of KVM's, and if they work everything's fine. But often they dont, and they're not. I love this KVM. Yes, love.

Cons: none.

Other Thoughts: Even better now that there's a rebate.
When powering up a computer switch the KVM over to that connection so the computer can detect the monitor res..
Also read the manual, there are some cool advanced functions.

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Je_Sus Di_ed F_or Me
Tech Level: somewhat high
Ownership: 1 day to 1 week
This user purchased this item from Newegg
3/1/2008 8:58:40 PM

Rating + 5 Je_Sus Lo_ves M_e


Pros: EXCELLENT product--everything about it is high end durable and useful. Control from one keyboard and mouse up to 4 computers with 3 button pushes...click click click...very easy. This this is great--I used to jump from keyboard to keyboard from computer to computer from screen to screen and now I sit at one place using one keyboard and mouse for my computers.

Cons: Aesthetically the paint job is bad. I liked the top part which is very smooth and modern but the sides are painted with cheap silverish paint which makes the unit look cheap. Don't get me wrong, everything else is excellent about this product. I know from other experiences that many manufacturers of TVs and such used this type of paint and it scratches very easy and wears out fast leaving the unit looking disquasting. When I wanted to buy this product I thought it was white all around like i_Pods or A_pple products but I was dissapointed when I got this unit with this paint. Small gripe also is that the lights should have been set in a row--would have been easier to keep track which computer you are currently using by the light...and...if iogear could set the lights of different color, like 4 round LEDs of different color or they would be covered by different colored plastic it would be great.

Other Thoughts: The button of the unit has BIG one rubber foot instead of 4 little feet--it covers the whole underside...which I find very nice--it will not slide easily and will not peal off easily like smaller feet. The cables on this thing are top end...everything except paint job smells quality and durability and it works great without a hitch and setup is very easy for the first time user of such devices with no prior knowledge of KVMs. Iogear looks like a rising star among other manufacturers--expect to see awesome products from them and you can bet your money on them and buy their stock--you will not be dissapointed.

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eggnog
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/26/2008 7:24:50 AM

Rating + 5 nice pretty switch box


Pros: nice pretty switch box. It's a 4-to-1 switch box with 2 sets permanently attached and 2 open connectors for additional connections. Perfect for what I needed it for which is to manage 2 computers with 1 keyboard, mouse, monitor.

Cons: the hotkey is a little awkward. You need to press the scroll-lock key twice and then a number from the main keyboard, won't work with the number pad. I understand why they did what they did but it would have been better if you could switch quickly with one hand rather than 2.

Other Thoughts: If you're looking for a switch box with USB and VGA cables this seems to work pretty well with minimal video degradation, if any.

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60srocker
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/25/2008 12:09:17 PM

Rating + 3 works, but no bells and whistles


Pros: It works. It switches between computers without flaw.

Cons: It does not keep video resolution in memory, so video resolution must be reconfigured EVERY TIME I SWITCH! It also does not send any 'special' keys on MS Ergonomic keyboards. Both of these shortcomings were not true of my previous IOGEAR KVM (model GCS21), which was a very cheap KVM,unfortunately now dead.

Other Thoughts: IOGEAR has taken a giant step backwards in compatibility!

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Product Developer
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/20/2008 7:59:16 PM

Rating + 5 Would buy it again


Pros: Works great with a mix of Linux and XP boxes with USB keyboar d and mouse. Has 2 USB inputs. I use a Logitech G5 and a old gateway usb keyboard. I'm happy with the results. Video quality is very good.

Cons: Small really. XP boxes make the USB plug unplug noise on every KVM switch. Also remember with USB only you may have to have a PS2 Keyboard attached for old PCs that don't recognize USB keyboards at boot time in order to get into the BIOS.

Other Thoughts: Great Value. I haven't dinked with the switch without switching the audio features yet ...

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chad
Tech Level: average
Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/20/2008 11:12:38 AM

Rating + 3 Doesn't work perfectly with MS Wireless key/mouse combo


Pros: I like that you can continue playing the sound from one pc while you are view another. I prefer the key-combo to change monitors vs. pushing a button on other kvms.

Cons: Doesnt work perfectly with my MS Wireless Comfort Keyboard 4000. Pauses and/or "sticks" sometimes when typing and letters gets missed or repeated - kinda frequent. I also swapped out the wireless mouse that came with the package for a wired mouse because the middle scroll didnt work correctly - had to scroll 3 times before it would move down one page.

Other Thoughts: Based on my experience, I would be very hesitant to buy this if you have a wireless mouse/keyboard that only has one USB for the receiver. Maybe other wireless mouse/keyboard combos would work better.

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radar engineer
Tech Level: high
Ownership: less than 1 day
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/18/2008 6:09:01 PM

Rating + 5 Nice


Pros: Independent switching of video and audio is nice, thought it not important it first, but turns out to be real handy.
Analog video bandwidth seems ok, sharp edges even with 75 Hz refresh rate, and very little ringing.
No noticeable noise in audio, I am using it with my high end audio system not pc speakers.
The OS (win xp) does not seem to complain with the switching of the USB devices.

Cons: None so far.

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boscorillium
Tech Level: high
Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
This user purchased this item from Newegg
2/14/2008 7:08:13 AM

Rating + 5 Solid performer


Pros: Performs as described. Looks great and was running out of the box in less than a minute.

Cons: The hotkey switching is a tad cumbersome, but you get used to it and it also allows for great features like switching KVM but not sound. Handy if you have music playing on one computer and work on several others.

Other Thoughts: Would happily recommend this to any of my friends.

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