Just a heads-up, the Amazon link goes to the version of the switch for 1 desktop and 1 laptop. Amazon doesn't appear to sell the 2 laptop version. That being said, the Anker link work goes to the 2 laptop model. Great video, Shane! This will really help me out.
This a great video. But i wanted to lend my humble opinion. I have the same setup but with a Macbook. I love using all the available screen real estate I could get. That is why I prefer a docking station that can extend, not mirror the same content I am looking at on my laptop. But again, It's my humble opinion. 👍😉
That was really useful. I didn't know I could also share input devices like the mouse. I also have a Wacom tablet, Space Mouse and ShuttlePRO v2, so I guess I won't be sharing all of them via a KVM switch.
You can also create a KVM switch for your existing monitor. Every monitor from the past 10 years has a V switch and an USB hub. You can get a USB switch connected between your two pc's and monitor (as USB HUB to KM). I got mine from Aliexpress for 5 dollars, way better than this Anker business. You only have to press two buttons instead of one switching KVM :P
60Hz for Windows and 30Hz for Mac. What a deal breaker. This, plus wireless charger on top of it, free USB-C port for my monitor, and a fingerprint reader. Take my money.
Great setup and I bought the device based upon your review and instructions. What I don't like about it is that my MAC will only support a mirrored setup, not an extended screen setup and I see it's the same for you. How can I get around that?
It seems you have connected two Thunderbolt devices to your KVM switch. However, how can I connect one Thunderbolt laptop and one old PC to achieve the same functionality?
Hey I heard a different RUclipsr having this same issue. He downloaded a program called Synergy which allows you to use your cursor on two separate pcs. In the RUclipsrs case he was using a MacBook and windows and was able to use the same mouse seamlessly without having to manually switch it. The service costs a one time payment of 30 dollars check it out
but can you have the PC on 1 screen and the Mac on the other screen at the same time?? I'm going to assume the answer is no, since you didn't show or talk about this.. so it seems like you cleaned up your desk space nicely, but lost the ability to see both machines displayed at the same time through your previous set up.. i'm in search of the the functionality i described, so if anyone has any suggestions - let me know! I've found TESmart and it seems like they have options that can accomplish this - only problem is they have so many that I can't tell the difference/which one I would need.. and the support is less than ideal
how do i connect a desktop pc to a kvm switch? instead of 2 laptops? because my setup consists of one laptop and one pc and I would like to switch betweeen both like you did
I bought the Anker 553 hub last month. It worked great in giving me 2 extra monitors for a month. But this morning my laptop is not seeing the 2 external monitors. I tried disconnecting and reconnecting the hub and I tried restarting the laptop with the hub connected. Neither resolved it. When I plug each monitor directly into the hdmi of the laptop they are immediately recognized. Any idea what else I can do to resolve this?
@@yeezyhouseIf you are looking for instant switching you need to look at software based solutions like Synergy. Unfortunately, I cannot install third party apps on my work laptop. I am still exploring other options. If you need hardware solution then look for DDM enabled KVMs.
@@justinfournier7895Same issue with PC. I haven’t found any KVM switch that is fast like software solutions. I wish I vould use software solution but my work laptop doesn’t allow.
Just a heads-up, the Amazon link goes to the version of the switch for 1 desktop and 1 laptop. Amazon doesn't appear to sell the 2 laptop version. That being said, the Anker link work goes to the 2 laptop model.
Great video, Shane! This will really help me out.
I have the same device. It works well. I only wish they had both monitor one and monitor two outputs as HDMI and/or DP
Thanks for this video. I have been searching for a couple of days to find the right way to do this.
This a great video. But i wanted to lend my humble opinion. I have the same setup but with a Macbook. I love using all the available screen real estate I could get. That is why I prefer a docking station that can extend, not mirror the same content I am looking at on my laptop. But again, It's my humble opinion. 👍😉
Thanks for the input
That was really useful. I didn't know I could also share input devices like the mouse. I also have a Wacom tablet, Space Mouse and ShuttlePRO v2, so I guess I won't be sharing all of them via a KVM switch.
That's a sick setup 😍 very helpful video as always 👍🏻
Awesome. Glad it helped. Thanks for the support
You can also create a KVM switch for your existing monitor. Every monitor from the past 10 years has a V switch and an USB hub. You can get a USB switch connected between your two pc's and monitor (as USB HUB to KM). I got mine from Aliexpress for 5 dollars, way better than this Anker business. You only have to press two buttons instead of one switching KVM :P
can you ellaborate a little bit more? I really liked this Anker but is a bit pricey
Please elaborate more
60Hz for Windows and 30Hz for Mac. What a deal breaker.
This, plus wireless charger on top of it, free USB-C port for my monitor, and a fingerprint reader. Take my money.
Great setup and I bought the device based upon your review and instructions. What I don't like about it is that my MAC will only support a mirrored setup, not an extended screen setup and I see it's the same for you. How can I get around that?
You can't get around it, it's not the KVM's fault, but macOS that doesn't support Multi-Stream Transport.
Is it because is not a M3 Mac? I think M3 macs laptops can be set with 2 external laptops if you close the lid.
Can this KVM switch be plugged into the anker docking station?
It seems you have connected two Thunderbolt devices to your KVM switch. However, how can I connect one Thunderbolt laptop and one old PC to achieve the same functionality?
Yes same question here!
Anker 553 does PC+laptop. Anker 554 does 2xlaptop
what if you want to use both laptops on both monitors at the same time, without switching.
Why not just use synergy. You don’t have to click anything
Thanks for sharing Shane! I have a question, extend mode will work for mac m1 with two monitors?
That's really helpful😇😇😇 I was planning to get a switch as a designer in my home office!
Nice. This one is great!
Exactly it isthank you shane!@@DroidModderX
Hello Friend, how can I use a mouse as a mirror for 2 different computers? (the mouse cursor moves exactly the same on both computers)
Hey I heard a different RUclipsr having this same issue. He downloaded a program called Synergy which allows you to use your cursor on two separate pcs. In the RUclipsrs case he was using a MacBook and windows and was able to use the same mouse seamlessly without having to manually switch it. The service costs a one time payment of 30 dollars check it out
@mangos-ow1zq thank you
It only works, if your both laptop has thunderbolt ports. What with the older desktop computers? will it work?
but can you have the PC on 1 screen and the Mac on the other screen at the same time?? I'm going to assume the answer is no, since you didn't show or talk about this.. so it seems like you cleaned up your desk space nicely, but lost the ability to see both machines displayed at the same time through your previous set up.. i'm in search of the the functionality i described, so if anyone has any suggestions - let me know! I've found TESmart and it seems like they have options that can accomplish this - only problem is they have so many that I can't tell the difference/which one I would need.. and the support is less than ideal
It looks like that gaming monitor would have a built in KVM as well.
looks like only Gigabyte M series have KVM switch now, but doesn’t support Power Delivery at 60w+ for Type-C device
Does it leave icons and windows in the same position after switching sources? I think it's called EDID
... or use AnyDesk to control one remotely.
Why the 4star isn't that button a remote? Does it come with a remote?
looking for one of these for 4 PC's to share one set of peripherals. Let me know if you know of one please.
Any random screen flickering, windows startup issues or black screens for a second?
how do i connect a desktop pc to a kvm switch? instead of 2 laptops? because my setup consists of one laptop and one pc and I would like to switch betweeen both like you did
look at the Anker 553 dock instead
What about sharing a keyboard between pc and Mac? Mac has keys like “cmd” “opt” but windows keyboard doesn’t
Most (all?) wireless keyboards are compatible with both macOS and Windows.
Great video it actually talked about my exact situation which earned you a sub from me!
Awesome. Thanks
Thanks!
what refresh rate do you get on both machines?
does this work well with wireless mouse and keyboard? I have read that kvm have problems with wireless
Does it support 144hz rates on 1440p monitors? They don’t state it clear on landing page, but bandwidth googling says Anker 553 might support it 🤔
Highly doubt it, seems like barely any KVM switches do - or if they do, they're $500 and up.
@@Wolfehz0r I’ve found only TESmart for $480+ 🥲
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I bought the Anker 553 hub last month. It worked great in giving me 2 extra monitors for a month. But this morning my laptop is not seeing the 2 external monitors. I tried disconnecting and reconnecting the hub and I tried restarting the laptop with the hub connected. Neither resolved it. When I plug each monitor directly into the hdmi of the laptop they are immediately recognized. Any idea what else I can do to resolve this?
Same exact thing happened to me.
Same happened to me, any update how to fix it
is this DisplayLink certified?
Does it work for two desktop PCs (two hdmi) for dual monitor setup? Thanks
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Trash device. There is a huge delay of 10 secs. And there is sleep-wake issue with macbook. I am returning this. Disappointed.
Can you explain a little more about the issue you are facing. I was considering but was worried the switching won’t be seamless
@@yeezyhouseIf you are looking for instant switching you need to look at software based solutions like Synergy. Unfortunately, I cannot install third party apps on my work laptop. I am still exploring other options. If you need hardware solution then look for DDM enabled KVMs.
Your issue is that you are using a Mac. Apple is an awful company and produce ridiculous priced products that don’t function well for advanced use.
@@justinfournier7895Same issue with PC. I haven’t found any KVM switch that is fast like software solutions. I wish I vould use software solution but my work laptop doesn’t allow.
@@yeezyhouseI suggest to you to use software based solutions instead if you don’t have any restrictions from work laptop.