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Crafty

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Two computers one Monitor
« on: December 04, 2005, 02:02:58 PM »
Hi
I just wondered is there a lead that will allow me to connect two computers to just one monitor, instead of me having to disconnect it from the back of the graphics card all the time.

I have a computer i use for games and one for my work, but would like them to both use the same monitor if possible.

If there is anything would this effect any of the computers performance wise.
« Last Edit: December 04, 2005, 02:03:45 PM by Crafty »

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    Re: Two computers one Monitor
    « Reply #1 on: December 04, 2005, 08:40:56 PM »
    I'm sure you can buy a 'box' with a switch on it for that.
    Anyone?

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    Re: Two computers one Monitor
    « Reply #2 on: December 05, 2005, 10:23:04 AM »
    It's called a KVM switch and you can run only one OS at a time...

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      Re: Two computers one Monitor
      « Reply #3 on: December 05, 2005, 12:32:44 PM »
      There you go, this place is a wealth of information, thanks Patio.
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        Re: Two computers one Monitor
        « Reply #4 on: December 05, 2005, 01:18:38 PM »
        Crafty........This is what I believe your looking for .

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        Re: Two computers one Monitor
        « Reply #6 on: December 06, 2005, 01:03:59 AM »
        Thanks all.

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        Re: Two computers one Monitor
        « Reply #7 on: December 06, 2005, 10:06:43 AM »
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