KVM switch

[JB]

What is the best KVM switch -- in terms of quality and features? I'm just
looking to switch between a Linux and XP box, and I have bluetooth keyboard
and mice.

 

[DaveW]

Belkin makes excellent KVM switches.

 

[spodosaurus]

What is the best KVM switch -- in terms of quality and features? I'm just
looking to switch between a Linux and XP box, and I have bluetooth keyboard
and mice.

Not having ever used bluetooth wireless, how does the receiver fit into
your PC? I haven't seen a bluetooth enabled KVM yet. The market seems to
support mostly PS/2 and USB models. I'm using a Linksys PS/2 (serial
compatible) 2-port KVM with my Logitech wireless freedom optical
keyboard and mouse between my linux (FC3) and XP (Home SP2) computers
and have been for years now.

Cheers,

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[gerry]

What is the best KVM switch -- in terms of quality and features? I'm just
looking to switch between a Linux and XP box, and I have bluetooth keyboard
and mice.

I'm using a Linksys branded KVM switch and it works very well, except
I find the built in cables are a bit short and make the whole thing a
bit clunky. It doesn't like to stay in place on my desk.

I think a solid switchbox on the desk with detachable cables might be
a better way to go.

 

[BarryNL]

What is the best KVM switch -- in terms of quality and features? I'm just
looking to switch between a Linux and XP box, and I have bluetooth keyboard
and mice.

I'd check before buying anything that it will work with Bluetooth. I
think Bluetooth needs an OS that has bluetooth drives which a KVM switch
probably won't have.