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Disabled multiple monitors

Greetings,I have a Compaq Presario 17xl260, with an ATI Rage Mobility-M1 video card. I had this laptop connected to a KVM switch sharing a monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers, with an IBM pentium 4. Loaded a program called UB FunKeys for my grandson - could see on laptop monitor...

Tags: Monitors & displays, yellowhorse, monitor, LCD, KVM, laptop computer

Discussion threads 2007-09-21

Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo KVM

I have a Microsoft Wireless Desktop 1000 Combo that uses a receiver with one USB port on it. I'm looking for a KVM that work with this without any problems preferably with audio support. I know all the KVMs I've seen whether it be PS2 or USB all have a...

Tags: Keyboards, Mice, Wi-Fi, bigoh33@..., KVM, wireless, mouse, keyboard

Discussion threads 2007-09-12

Windows XP - CTrl Key appears stuck

In my setup, I have two Windows XP PCs connected to a KVM switch. One of the PCs seems to think that the Ctrl key is stuck, or is permanently pressed. THe other PC is fine. The problem only occurs once you log into Windows, and it allows me to...

Tags: Keyboards, osowande@..., KVM, Ctrl Key, keyboard, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2007-07-31

CPU & Case fan start while computer is turned off

I've got something really weird happening. My computer was custom built with an Asus P4P800-E motherboard. It's run great for the past 20 months. But in the last couple of months I've noticed something bizarre.In the middle of the night, while the computer is turned off the CPU and case...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, tech@..., computer, KVM, CPU

Discussion threads 2007-05-25

IBM Netfinity 5000 Not Detecting PS2 Mouse - Configuration Change

Hi. I have a Netfinity 5000 running Windows Server 2003 and am running an old serial mouse on it. That's what I've always used.I recently got an 8 port KVM switch, and I wanted to put the server on the KVM. The KVM of course, requires a...

Tags: Mice, Servers, IBM Corp., link470, mouse, Sony PlayStation 2, KVM, IBM Netfinity

Discussion threads 2007-05-11

How do I connect 2 PC's to one widescreen monitor?

THere isn't enough room on the desk in the office for 2 monitors but 2 users, each at a separate time, will need to use the one monitor. How do I do this? Is there a safeguard to prevent the one user from getting to the other PC?KVM switchIf you...

Tags: boxwood.3@..., cable, computer, monitor, networking, PC

Discussion threads 2007-01-18

Num Lock + Cap Lock + Scroll Lock Blink

Non-stop blinking from Num Lock, Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs and can't turn them off.Three (3) servers sharing one keyboard and one monitor occupying a Cybex SwitchView switching device but unable to access any machines.The screen indicates the computer is "in use" or "locked" and to press CTRL-ALT-DEL. ...

Tags: joel.francis@..., keyboard, KVM Switch, mouse, server

Q&A 2005-09-07

Adventures in Linux

Adventures in LinuxWord on the street is Linux is better than Windows. Linux is the next thing...from a support point of view Linux requires minimal maintenance, Linux is IT! Needless to say an adventurer like myself was rather curious about this mysterious Linux and wanted to learn more...

Tags: Garion11, KVM Switch, Linux, Microsoft Windows, mouse, PC

Discussion threads 2005-08-25

Additional Resources

KVM Switch recomendations?

I have been asked to research and purchase a KVM switch for the organization I work for. Unfortunately, other than the SOHO types, I have never looked into an enterprise type KVM switch.I hear IP-based KVM switch is the way to go, but can be rather expensive. I have a...

Tags: KVM Switch, server

Discussion threads 2008-04-14

techquest

blog rootDigital KVMInfo requested on Digital KVM Solution.....Can anybody out there help with more details on Video Tech Details in a KVM Switch...

Tags: Blogging, harish_bhandary2001@..., Digital KVM

Discussion threads 2005-10-04

Problems with KVM Switch

I just installed a KVM switch on our home PC and wanted it to work with my husband's laptop. Everything with the switching works fine, but the keyboard and mouse is not working. They work for the PC, but not the laptop. We have a trendnet TK-209K....

Tags: Notebooks, Desktops, KVM Switch

Discussion threads 2008-01-23

Mouse and Keyboard won't work with KVM

Hi Everybody, I installed a Tripp-lite 8 port powered KVM and connected 5 servers to it. Intially everything was fine until I disconnected one of the servers to work on it. When I reconnected the server to the KVM the mouse and keyboard freeze at the login...

Tags: Keyboards, Mice, Servers, KVM, server, mouse, keyboard

Discussion threads 2008-04-01

ATEN launches affordable range of IP KVM for SMBs

Do you use an IP-based KVM? Which is your favorite brand?ADDERLink IPSimple, secure, safe. Doesn't get better than that. Works with most any existing KVM out there. www.adder.comKVM over IPHmmm... when in come to band... my boss decided to go get it from http://www.raritan.info - now, i can work...

Tags: Network technology, small and medium business, IP KVM, KVM-over-IP, IP, Aten

Discussion threads 2008-01-17

(Images: A mouse counterpart for the 3D world)

This would be great if it also added volume control and a kvm switchThis would be great if it also added volume control and a kvm switch. Convergence!

Tags: donengene@..., hardware, kvm, mouse, 3D

Discussion threads 2006-12-02

cybex commander kvm switch password resetting.

I forgot my cybex commander kvm switch password, looking for resetting its password.if there is a small hole, which is not for data or powerit is probably a reset button, which is activated by pressing with a straightened paper clip for 5 - 30 seconds. If it doesn't...

Tags: viping@..., password, kvm

Discussion threads 2007-03-24

KVM layout with DVI connections

I need some input on a little project I want to do.I currently have a PC with Windows XP Pro that is hooked up to do dual monitors. I also have a Macbook Pro notebook computer.I am looking into getting a KVM switch with DVI connections. The video...

Tags: Monitors & displays, Notebooks, Microsoft Windows XP, DVI, KVM Switch, monitor

Discussion threads 2008-05-28

SysAdmin

What is the best way to connect 2 Pc's to use 2 flat screen 21" Monitors useing a 4 port KVM switch with a single Keyboard/Mouse PS2 Interface. The Monitors has both DVI and Analog Input interfaces.I'm not sureI'm not sure that I understand your question... Why do you...

Tags: Monitors & displays, monitor, KVM Switch

Discussion threads 2008-02-25

Need a multi-video kvm switch

Can anyone recommend a kvm switch that will allow me to hook up a regular vga and a DVI video output?I've got an older Omni port kvm switch that just has the vga ports, I tried a vga adapter for my dvi cable but no signal.Any suggestions appreciated.Black BoxWhen in...

Tags: kvm, Black Box, home usage

Discussion threads 2008-03-06

Reclaiming Data Center Real Estate Using KVM and Remote Management Technologies

Many large companies do not realize the great pains that network administrators go through to maximize real estate in an enterprise-class data center. Space is costly and network administrators continually rely upon devices that help them do more with less. One such device to aid in this...

Tags: Data Center, Network Administrator, Data Centers, Storage, Networking, Hardware, Data Management

White papers 2006-06-01

Debian 'hibernating' on desktop and KVM?

I've got a Debian system on a desktop connected to a KVM switch. I am unable to use this system when I switch the KVM to it if I haven't viewed in several hours. The power button on the monitor glows green, indicating it has a signal from...

Tags: Linux, Network technology, OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, Power Management Settings, desktop, KVM Switch, cable, Debian

Discussion threads 2008-10-14