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Date:	Wed, 30 May 2001 13:27:02 PDT
From:	Steve Carter <scarter@vcnet.com >
Reply-To:	scoug-help@scoug.com
To:	scoug-help@scoug.com
Subject:	SCOUG-Help: Re: KVM Switches

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I was told recently that the solid-state KVM switches emulate
absent PS/2-style hardware. While a machine may operate with a
serial mouse dis-connected, even temporary absence of a PS/2
mouse can cause a problem (crash). And I've noticed this idiosyncracy
with one of my machines, but not tested it. I no longer change mice
while booted up. Since my second monitor died I've been looking
longingly at KVM switches. Cheaper than a new 19" monitor.

At a previous job they tried everything and settled on KVM. And they're
a cheap outfit -- they would have used whatever was cheapest, if it worked.

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On 5/30/01, Sandy Shapiro wrote:
>In a recent thread, mention was made of a KVM switch whereby one keyboard,
>mouse, and monitor could control two computers. I think I would like to
>try that. I have a spare MB and case and stuff lying around that I could
>put to use.
>
>Does anyone have a brand of switch that they recommend, or does it matter?
>I have seen Belkin and Tripp-Lite in the catalogs. Any suggestions would
>be appreciated. >Sandy

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