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DrQuincy
02-09-2006, 08:09 AM
I connect my mouse, tablet and keybaord to my PC through the same USB connection. I have two PCs though. Rather than splashing out on a full on PC workstation switch (for monitor, PS2, USB) can I get a cable that splits one USB into two and lets me switch between the two connections?

Thanks.
lots
02-09-2006, 01:42 PM
Why not use synergy? If you've got two monitors, it will allow you to move the mouse across both systems (similar to how a dual screen setup would work). All that is needed is a network connection, and one keyboard and one mouse.
DrQuincy
02-09-2006, 09:59 PM
Synergy? Is that software or hardware based? I have never heard of it before.
nafa
02-10-2006, 02:48 AM
Good guide on Synergy:

http://www.engadget.com/2005/08/09/how-to-share-your-keyboard-and-mouse-in-realtime-with-synergy/

Download form here:

http://synergy2.sourceforge.net/
DrQuincy
02-10-2006, 08:11 AM
Looks very interesting - thanks for the help¬

If anyone doesknow of a USB splitter I'd still be insterestd in having a look.

Thanks.
matty429
02-10-2006, 08:52 AM
http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=&Section_Id=201501&pcount=&Product_Id=134172
DrQuincy
02-10-2006, 10:31 AM
I just tried it - wow! What a useful application. Thanks for suggesting Synergy - it's exactly what I needed!
lots
02-10-2006, 02:02 PM
NP, its a great program. I use it all the time at work to drive all the different setups I've got running (linux/windows) on to 4 displays :)
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