Mar 15, 2013 Most of these have VGA and at least one other video interface - possibly a Displayport connector. If so it might be possible to use a Displayport to DVI adapter and then use DVI on both the Mac and PC. Or use a Displayport to HDMI adapter and then use HDMI on both. Note: You can also use a DVI to HDMI converter to allow the Samsung to accept DVI. The MoniSwitch Pro DVI DL (for DVI + USB) KVM switch from Dr. Bott is a great solution for those needing to share up to four computers with one display, keyboard and mouse. I use it to to switch.

• Optional 12 Port Integrated DVI KVM MAC Style Keyboard Available. Adder View DDX30 19 inch rack mountable KVM switch, DVI, DisplayPort, USB, VGA, and audio.
• Package Contents: 2-Port Dual Monitor DVI KVM Switch with Audio and USB 2.0 Hub 2 x 6 ft. DVI-D Dual Link / USB KVM Cable Kits 2 x 6 ft. DVI-D Dual Link Cables External Power Supply (Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5A Output: 5.3V, 2.4A) Owner's Manual.
• Package Contents: 2-Port Dual Monitor DVI KVM Switch with Audio and USB 2.0 Hub 2 x 6 ft. DVI-D Dual Link / USB KVM Cable Kits 2 x 6 ft. DVI-D Dual Link Cables External Power Supply (Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.5A Output: 5.3V, 2.4A) Owner's Manual.

A DVI (Digital Visual Interface) KVM switch is very similar to a legacy VGA KVM switch in that it allows you to connect multiple computing devices to a single keyboard, mouse and monitor. Since flat panel displays have all but taken over the display market and most flat panel displays support Digital Visual Interface, the need for DVI KVM switches has increased dramatically. Depending on manufacturer and model, you will find various options that benefit the end user. They include, but are not limited to:

1. PS/2 and or USB keyboard and mouse connections
2. Audio sharing capability
3. Microphone sharing capability
4. USB hub for external USB device connection
5. Support for multiple displays – dependent on model of switch and dual head support of connected computer
6. Up to 2560x1600 dual link resolution

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A Digital Visual Interface switch can be used in a variety of situations. From a user that simply has two Digital Visual Interface capable CPU’s who needs to consolidate into a single keyboard, mouse and display, all the way to the high end user who needs access to many devices using multiple displays and a single keyboard and mouse. The need for USB ports, audio and microphone switching also play an important part in the application.

There are two key factors to consider when purchasing a Digital Visual Interface switch, personal need and technical specification. They include from a personal need:

1. Quantity of source devices
2. Type of display, be it analog, pure digital or a combination of both
3. Required resolution
4. Required number of user displays – dependent on model of switch and dual head support of connected computer
5. PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse
6. USB port extension
7. Requires audio and microphone capability

From a technical aspect, things to consider are:

1. DVI single link which handles resolutions up to 1920x1200 or DVI dual link which handles resolutions up to 2560x1600.
2. DVI-D. Dedicated digital only Digital Visual Interface displays. Used for direct connection between two true digital devices. This provides the highest possible quality image due to the nature of the digital format. This format should be considered when the highest clarity and resolution is required.
3. DVI-A. Used to carry a Digital Visual Interface signal to an analog display. The most common use of a DVI-A device is connecting to an analog monitor. Quality degradation is experienced due to the digital to analog conversion which makes this the least attractive of the Digital Visual Interface protocols.
4. DVI-I. Integrated digital and analog transmission technology. This technology the most popular as it supports both pure digital as well as the analog display market. With this technology the user has the choice of direct digital connection or analog connections through a DVI to VGA adapter adding flexibility to the type of monitor they choose.

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Apple users will need to check the model of their device to determine whether or not it supports DVI output. Various models include standard Digital Visual Interface connectors while some, such as the MacBook, use a mini-DVI socket that requires an adapter cable to connect to the switch.