How do I change the port on Iogear 2 KVM?

Alternate Port Switching Keys The port switching keys can be changed from tapping Scroll Lock key twice, to tapping Ctrl key twice. NOTE: This procedure is a toggle between the two methods.

How do I switch computers with Iogear KVM?

Press and hold the remote switch button of the KVM while connecting the 2 USB connections of a set of KVM cable to the computer that you will use to perform the firmware upgrade. When you see the 2 LEDs are flashing on the KVM, you can now release the remote switch button.

How do I connect my Iogear KVM switch?

Connect a set of your molded KVM cable to each of your computers – VGA cable to the VGA output, USB cables to open USB ports from your computer, green audio cable to audio port and pink microphone cable to microphone port. Turn on your computers. LED will light up in green showing the port that is selected.

How do I change KVM keyboard?

To switch access to your other computer, press the “SCROLL LOCK” key twice on your keyboard, followed by the up arrow key. Your other computer’s desktop will appear on your monitor. You are now ready to use your other computer as if it were directly connected to your monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

How do I toggle between computers?

A KVM Switch: The most well-known and stable solution is a keyboard-video-mouse (KVM) Switch. A KVM switch allows you to push a button or input a keyboard command to switch between controlling and viewing the two (or more) computers.

What key is Scroll Lock?

Sometimes abbreviated as ScLk, ScrLk, or Slk, the Scroll Lock key is found on a computer keyboard, often located close to the pause key. The Scroll Lock key was initially intended to be used in conjunction with the arrow keys to scroll through the contents of a text box.

How do I setup a KVM switch for dual monitors?

How do I set up my multi-monitor DisplayPort KVM switch?

1. Turn off all of the computers and monitors that will be connected to the KVM switch.
2. Connect the power adapter to the KVM switch.
3. Connect the DisplayPort cables from your monitors to the console DisplayPort ports on the KVM switch.

How do I connect a KVM switch to my computer?

How do I set up my KVM switch?

1. Turn off all of the computers and monitors that will be connected to the KVM switch.
2. Connect the power adapter to the KVM switch.
3. Connect the video cables from your monitors to the console video port on the KVM switch.
4. Turn on the monitors.

How do I toggle between two computers?

You’re in luck: There are a few ways you can solve your problem. A KVM Switch: The most well-known and stable solution is a keyboard-video-mouse (KVM) Switch. A KVM switch allows you to push a button or input a keyboard command to switch between controlling and viewing the two (or more) computers.

How does the IOGEAR 2 port USB KVM switch work?

The IOGEAR 2-Port USB Cable KVM allows users to share a VGA monitor, a USB mouse, a USB keyboard, a set of powered speakers and a mic between two computers. Users can switch between computers using a manual pushbutton switch located on a wired remote that can be placed on your desk for convenience.

Why does my keyboard not work with IOGEAR KVM?

Without emulation, the mouse and keyboard connection to the computer is interrupted when switching between computers and some computers may not be able to re-recognize them. Some multibutton mice and multimedia keyboards devices may not properly work with emulation.

What does emulation do on an IOGEAR KVM?

KnowledgeBase & Customer Support. Emulation is a feature included with most IOGEAR KVM models that mimics the connection between the computer and the mouse and keyboard. The computer will continue to sense a generic two button scroll mouse and a 102 key keyboard, even though the KVM has been switched to another computer.

How does a USB-C KVM switch work?

USB-C KVM – Switch Between Two USB-C Devices Easily switch between two USB-C devices and control them with one keyboard, one mouse and view content on one 4K monitor. IOGEAR’s Access Pro™ 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch requires no software and comes complete with the Power Delivery function, USB-C cables, and a 6-foot push-button remote switch.