IOGEAR USB KVM Switch (GCS24U)

I've had this for about a week and the only downside are that 1) your computer you are not using will think that the USBs are disconnected, not really a big deal, and 2)the device will use up 2 usb ports and you can't use a non-powered hub (I might be wrong about this) to convert the 2 usb cables per computer into one. Otherwise it works and it's cheap. [...]

Pros: Easy to setup ... Cons: Heavy / bulky I have two computers in my home office that I use consistently at the same time and was getting tired of two keyboards & two mice. Because…

Pros: It works... sometimesCons: As others have said - good luck getting it to reliably work in DOS, Windows or Linux due to the emulation or whatever causes it to quit working when switching between machines.The biggest irritation is having it work on machine 1 and switching away to another machine only to come back and machine 1 will maybe recognize the mouse or the keyboard... or neither one (until you reboot... but even that does not always work).It works... sometimes As others have said - good luck getting it to reliably work in DOS, Windows or Linux due to the emulation or whatever causes it to quit working when switching between machines.The biggest irritation is having it work on machine 1 and switching away to another machine only to come back and machine 1 will maybe recognize the mouse or the keyboard... or neither one (until you reboot... but even that does not always work). I bought this for my computer repair business back in 2009 because I also have the older 2 port version which works great and has never suffered the issues I've had with this. IOGEAR really dropped the ball on this one - save yourself the hassle.

Product works as advertised. It does what it says it does.In the future, I will look for a KVM switch that doesn't have only a push button to select the different computers.

Pros: Easy to setup, Highly compatible, It works great ... Cons: This unit was exactly what I was looking for and does exactly what I wanted it to do. I use 2…

Pros: Great price, Works with all my lab systems, including my Sun Sparc gearCons: noneGreat price, Works with all my lab systems, including my Sun Sparc gear none

Pros: iogear makes my favorite kvm switchesremote button is nice (long cord)can unplug keyboard in and plug in usb flash drivecan hot plug/unplug computers that are onlooks goodworks without fail 95% of the time

Cons: Switching away from a windows install from format all the way to the first question leaves you with no way to click or enter ok.

because installing devices saw no usb mouse and keyboard because it is not emulated when you're away.

this is the main problem, no emulation

It basically works like you plug in a usb mouse+keyb, get something going, unplug them both, come back plug them in, etc.

that does not work in all cases....

this is a problem for some dos diagnostic programs too.

4 computers take 8ft of desk and the cords are too short on this. +1ft each, or 2 longs + 2 shorts would help

I miss easy keyboard hotkeys like scroll lock-scroll lock to go round in circles.

It just bugs me that I have to use an extra keyboard plugged in along with it for certain things.

iogear makes my favorite kvm switches

remote button is nice (long cord)

can unplug keyboard in and plug in usb flash drive

can hot plug/unplug computers that are on

looks good

works without fail 95% of the time Switching away from a windows install from format all the way to the first question leaves you with no way to click or enter ok.

because installing devices saw no usb mouse and keyboard because it is not emulated when you're away.

this is the main problem, no emulation

It basically works like you plug in a usb mouse+keyb, get something going, unplug them both, come back plug them in, etc.

that does not work in all cases....

this is a problem for some dos diagnostic programs too.

4 computers take 8ft of desk and the cords are too short on this. +1ft each, or 2 longs + 2 shorts would help

I miss easy keyboard hotkeys like scroll lock-scroll lock to go round in circles.

It just bugs me that I have to use an extra keyboard plugged in along with

It seems that the Product does not work well wit LCD's I have a Acer x223 that has worked for me flawless. I hooked up the device to the monitor and the picture became…

We have a OSX server, a terminal server and a Linux shared storage unit connected to a single keyboard & monitor. If works great with all 3. The remote switch makes for a clean installation onto a sliding shelf with the keyboard & mouse.

I use it to connect 2 laptops and get them off the desk and out of the way. It was quick and easy to plug in but I find that the monitor doesn't always kick in fast enough. I have to cycle through the 4 ports a few times and snap the laptop cover shut a couple times. Also, since I only have 2 hook ups the remaining 2 KVM cables just take up space. I wish the unused cables could be disconnected but they're hardwired in.

The product was an easy setup install and lets me switch between 3 different servers seamlessly with a nice remote switch so I do not have to clutter the bench…

Pros: Control multiple computers (duh, that's what it should do)Cons: Switching speed and keyboard recognition on VistaThis KVM works, but it's not perfect. I'm only using 3 of 4 ports, but I must cycle through all four ports regardless of the fact one is not in use. Also, the delay sometimes for the USB keyboard/mouse to be recognized again upon changing computers/ports can be quite long some times (like 10 seconds). If your switching to a computer where something like a Skype call is coming in and wan to mouse click the answer button then you can't count on being successful before it goes to voicemail--I found that out. Also, I have a Vista system that just will not recognize the keyboard if I used the KVM, so I had to set up a separate keyboard for that system--kind of defeats the purpose of the KVM there! However, all in all it works as it should.

I've used this switch to run two computers with one keyboard and one Wacom tablet. This couldn't be easier to install and works exactly as promised. The remote switch is extremely useful, in that in my setup, the kvm device itself is under the desk, and the remote switch is located on my desktop next to my mouse/tablet. The only improvement I could think of is to have the indicator led's on the remote rather than on the unit. I would highly recommend this item.

Pros: Easy to install. I have to say it works flawlessly, quickly switching between my systems with no noticeable lag. i like the fact that all I have to have sitting on my desk is the small selector button and that the cable for it is extremely thin.Cons: The cables are too short. They are 4 feet long but I wish they were about 2 feet longer than they are for a total length of 6 feet or even a 2M length would be good.Easy to install. I have to say it works flawlessly, quickly switching between my systems with no noticeable lag. i like the fact that all I have to have sitting on my desk is the small selector button and that the cable for it is extremely thin. The cables are too short. They are 4 feet long but I wish they were about 2 feet longer than they are for a total length of 6 feet or even a 2M length would be good. Great value. Picked it up for $39.99 and it had a $20 dollar mail in rebate for a final price of $19.99. Great value, smooth operation. Highly recommended.

I picked up this switch at the local retail store to replace a defective one.(different model) I have two XP computers attached and it works flawlessly. I am…

Pros: Easy install. no problems. Setup was simple.Cons: noneEasy install. no problems. Setup was simple. none Using this with wireless mouse and keyboard. initially had to rescan the keyboard and mouse but once set up it has worked like a charm. possible note... for me when setting up with the wireless... use the usb cable that is not marked with a keyboard on it... basically each set has one marked and one not. since the wireless uses only 1 usb connection you only use one for all the other connections.

Pros: Does exactly what it is advertised to do. I got tired of having to change out a computer on my old 2 port KVM setup when I wanted to work on a third computer. Meets my needs!!!Cons: I wish there was an indicator to let you know what port you are onDoes exactly what it is advertised to do. I got tired of having to change out a computer on my old 2 port KVM setup when I wanted to work on a third computer. Meets my needs!!! I wish there was an indicator to let you know what port you are on

Pros: easy set up, great priceCons: some characters sent to screen occasionally repeatedI was looking for an inexpensive KVM that works and found it in this device. Works flawlessly on my windows XP machines. Occasionally repeats characters sent to my server with SBS2003 installed. Not sure what the problem is.

At first, like any KVM with integrated cables, it might seem like a box of spaghetti....but don't let that fool you! Once the cables were untangled (probably as much my fault as anyone at the factory!), it hooked up quickly, and the keyboard/mouse were immediately recognized by Windows once plugged into the KVM. The remote switch is especially handy for me, as the computers I'm hooking this up to are 5-6 feet away, and I'd have to get up to change the switched location if it weren't for the wired remote. So long as this lasts longer than the Rosewill unit it replaced, I'll be happy!!

Pros: Compact, Easy to set up, Highly compatible, Remote switch rocks ... Cons: None At first, like any KVM with integrated cables, it might seem like a box of spaghetti....but don't let…

I use the KVM to connect my 3 work PC's and my laptop to a single Keyboard/Video/mouse setup. The toggle button is much nicer then using the scroll lock double tap with the 2 port unit. It is lacking a shared audio connection, but that isn't something that is overly needed. (but was on the 2 port version)

... There is no delay between switching, either. Cons: None yet. This was easy to install. This unit was destined for my 4-PC configuration in a business ...

Pros: easy to install and easy to useThe KVM was easy to install and easy to use and all at a good price

Pros: Easy Setup and OperationCons: Causing issues if you use more than one MonitorI was hoping to use this with several Computers and using 2nd Ports on Dedicated monitors and in this setup Only my Macbook Pro switched properly Widows tried to reconfigure the desktop each time I switched.

It works well except for one thing ... It doen's have video emulation. When you use this switch with a system that has a dual display (one switched, the other

Pros: Plugged right in, works with my wireless USB key w/ mouse and keyboardIs great for setting up one good egronomic station

I plugged it in, and it worked. I didn't even bother turning off the systems it was plugged into. I like the separate button for switching systems. This is for systems…

Wish I had looked closer at the ad. This KVM has a small button that you press to change between ports. The only other lacking feature of this KVM is that each USB…

Pros: Good quality KVM.
Built in cables, push button to change devices is a nice feature since you can stick it to the desk near the keyboard and users don't need to push a button on the kvm itself.Cons: NoneGood quality KVM.
Built in cables, push button to change devices is a nice feature since you can stick it to the desk near the keyboard and users don't need to push a button on the kvm itself. None

I have a number of different operating systems windows, Linux on various computers and I was skeptical about the switch. But I was pleasantly surprised at the ease with which I was able to connect 4 computers. The button to switch between them is small and effective and I am happy that I decided to purchase the 4 port. I have to say if you are thinking about connecting different computers to a single screen, keyboard and mouse this is the answer. The only negative is that the cables cannot be split so if the usb ports and far from the video port it can be a problem.

Pros: Durable, Easy connectivity, Ergonomic, Fast connection, Versatile ... Cons: I have a number of different operating systems windows, Linux on various…

I highly recommend this device if you need reliable KVM switching between multiple USB capable systems.

Pros: *Great cost to performance ratio
*Does what is supposed to
*Good size (easy to hide) and cable length
*Does not make a horrible beep like some KVMsCons: *Takes a solid two seconds to switch between ports but I am guessing some of that has to do with the comp picking up the devices since there is no emulation (not a huge deal as long as you are not impatient).
*Switch trigger button does feel cheap (adding a shortcut key feature would make this a non-issue).
*You need to cycle through all ports even if they are inactive (would be nice if it was smart enough to skip unpowered ports).*Great cost to performance ratio
*Does what is supposed to
*Good size (easy to hide) and cable length
*Does not make a horrible beep like some KVMs *Takes a solid two seconds to switch between ports but I am guessing some of that has to do with the comp picking up the devices since there is no emulation (not a huge deal as long as you are not impatient).
*Switch trigger button does feel cheap (adding a shortcut key feature would make this a non-issue).
*You need to cycle through all ports even if they are inactive (would be nice if it was smart enough to skip unpowered ports). I have to laugh at people who mark their Tech Knowledge as HIGH and then complain about the cables not being marked. The cables exit the back of the switch box directly behind the indicator light they correspond to. So directly under the 1 light, is the one cable, etc.

Pros: havin this KVM for a couple of months an it has not had any problems what so everCons: actually not sure if this was the cause, had a client machine and powered it up without it being selected on the kvm when i switched to it, it was on 16bit colour but it was on the 24bit before, once i boot with the system selected on the kvm i dont have that problem. this used to happen to my old generic ps/2 kvm alsohavin this KVM for a couple of months an it has not had any problems what so ever actually not sure if this was the cause, had a client machine and powered it up without it being selected on the kvm when i switched to it, it was on 16bit colour but it was on the 24bit before, once i boot with the system selected on the kvm i dont have that problem. this used to happen to my old generic ps/2 kvm also only tried 3 systems on this kvm so far not all 4

Pros: Great product for a great price. Fast Shipping. Easy setup worked perfect right out of the box setup 4 workstations in about ten minutes and most of that was figuring out exactly how I wanted the workstations placed.Cons: None that I see so far however the remote desktop switch seems a little cheap. I have only owned this product for about a month now so we will see how the switch stands up.Great product for a great price. Fast Shipping. Easy setup worked perfect right out of the box setup 4 workstations in about ten minutes and most of that was figuring out exactly how I wanted the workstations placed. None that I see so far however the remote desktop switch seems a little cheap. I have only owned this product for about a month now so we will see how the switch stands up.

... for about a month now so we will see how the switch stands up. Great product for a great price. Fast Shipping. Easy setup worked perfect right out of the box…

Pros: works fine with mac, like the USB supportCons: win98 and freebsd desktops lose keyboard/mouse response after a few switchesworks fine with mac, like the USB support win98 and freebsd desktops lose keyboard/mouse response after a few switches I bought this switch mainly in the hope of switching between my main freebsd desktop and an old win98 machine I set up to play some older games. My intention was to mostly work on the freebsd desktop and just switch to the win98 box on occasion. And it worked, briefly. Unfortunately, both of these machines stop recognizing the keyboard and mouse after a few switches, necessitating a reboot of both machines. The video still worked fine, however. I don't know if it's a problem with the USB input drivers on those operating systems... perhaps I should have gone with PS2 but I already had USB devices. I haven't had a chance to try it with Linux or a more recent Windows version yet.As an aside, it works flawlessly on my G4 iBook that is also hooked up to the switch. Have not had any loss of connectivity or performance issues; even recognizes the volume controls on my non-mac keyboard.

Pros: Works perfectly. easy to use.Cons: Still need a PS2 keyboard on the first boot for some older PCs just to OK the new hardware dialogue, but no issues otherwise.Works perfectly. easy to use. Still need a PS2 keyboard on the first boot for some older PCs just to OK the new hardware dialogue, but no issues otherwise.

Pros: I have been manually connecting 3 PC's with an older Iogear 2 port PS2 hub, plus manually connecting a Logi wireless mouse module and I was counting on this working in a big way. And it has exceeded my expectations by leaps and bounds. All three pc's are connected. Wireless mouse module USB and USB keyboard input fer devise. Off to the three PC's and their ready to go any time I drop in. WOWCons: None..I have been manually connecting 3 PC's with an older Iogear 2 port PS2 hub, plus manually connecting a Logi wireless mouse module and I was counting on this working in a big way. And it has exceeded my expectations by leaps and bounds. All three pc's are connected. Wireless mouse module USB and USB keyboard input fer devise. Off to the three PC's and their ready to go any time I drop in. WOW None.. I had my suspicions that all my worry was for not, "It Was"

Pros: The device works fine. I prefer the physical switch for switching between computers.Cons: For some reason I now do not get sound out of my earphones.The device works fine. I prefer the physical switch for switching between computers. For some reason I now do not get sound out of my earphones.

Pros: Easy plug-in-play, worked right awayCons: Sometimes on switching between machines video input gets a bit distorted or mouse and keyboard are slow to switch.Easy plug-in-play, worked right away Sometimes on switching between machines video input gets a bit distorted or mouse and keyboard are slow to switch.

Pros: Works out of the box - plug and play. Couldn't be easier. If you need a simple plug and play VGA/USB 4 port KVM and can live with only 4ft. cabling, this is it. Worked get in setting up a client/server/network lab for an install. Also works great in my full height server rack cage. Super low cost for what you really get.Cons: NoneWorks out of the box - plug and play. Couldn't be easier. If you need a simple plug and play VGA/USB 4 port KVM and can live with only 4ft. cabling, this is it. Worked get in setting up a client/server/network lab for an install. Also works great in my full height server rack cage. Super low cost for what you really get. None A little bit slow on the switching, but not really a con. Cables are built in, again, not necessarily a con. Cables are only 4ft. long - if you can live with it, not a con.