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I work from home and wanted a solution to toggle between my home PC and work laptop with as little fuss as possible. Prior to purchasing this KVM switch I had been using a single monitor setup with each PC using a different input to the monitor, and a cheap USB switch for the keyboard and mouse. When switching between the two I would have to switch inputs on the monitor and then press the button on the USB switch. Not the best setup, but it worked. I wanted to add a second monitor and decided to give this product a try as it seemed like it had everything I was looking for.
I read through everything on the product page as well as many reviews prior to making my purchase and took special note of the adapter requirements. My GPU has several DisplayPort outputs but only a single HDMI out. My laptop docking station also has 1 DisplayPort and 1 HDMI. So I went onto the manufacturer's website and purchased two of the adapter they have linked there.
First impressions were very positive. Product construction seems solid, cables included, instructions are easy to understand. When I first hooked everything up the second monitor flashed on and off which was worrisome, however I turned the unit off and back on and it hasn't done it since then, so I am not going to worry about it.
I did notice that the picture quality was not nearly as good on the 2nd monitor as it was on the first (same brand and model). It seemed like the gamma was way off, darks were too dark, not a lot of gradient. At first I thought to blame the unit, but I tested both monitors directly into the PC and got the same result so I assumed I must be losing quality when using the DisplayPort to HDMI adapter. However, I did some searching on the web and found a post on a site that suggested to go into the NVidia control panel and change the dynamic range from limited to full, which I did for both monitors and that resolved the issue -the picture now looks identical on both monitors.
I really like that it has hardware emulation so when you switch between PCs, the PC still thinks the devices are connected and your display resolution doesn't change, and the same goes for the keyboard and mouse - windows no longer acts like you are plugging and unplugging USB devices - this is a common limitation of cheap KVM switches (I had the same issue with my USB switch) and it can be very annoying.
I was also very impressed that it works well with my gaming keyboard and mouse (Corsair K55 RGB keyboard and Steelseries Rival 300) - I have had cheap KVM switches in the past that did not work well with anything other than very basic keyboard and mouse, so this is a big plus.
The only thing I don't like about it is that the LED lights are very bright. I like to work in a dimly-lit office and they can be a bit distracting.
Overall I am very pleased with the product so far. I truly hope that it holds up over time.
UPDATE 7/30/2021: After nearly 1 month, I have experienced the flashing monitor issue an additional 2-3 times and have had to power the unit off and back on in order to resolve it. So far it's only a minor inconvenience and does not change my overall rating. I am still very happy with the product. I will continue to post updates to this review if anything changes.
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Product description
TESmart 2 Port Dual Monitor HDMI KVM Switch (HDMI+HDMI)
2 computers / PCs share one set of keyboard, mouse and 2 monitors
1.Dual monitors output support up to 3840x2160@60Hz RGB 4:4:4 for extended, mirrored or respective display.
2.Compatible with Unix/Windows/Debian/Ubuntu/Fedora/Mac OS X/Raspbian/Ubuntu for Raspberry Pi and other Linux basic system.
3.Support hot plug, disconnect or connect devices to the KVM at any time without turning off PCs.
4. With EDID emulators in the extended display mode, keep PCs always have correct information, prevent displays setting change while switching inputs.
5.Include all cables except cable for monitor.
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The Advantages Of Our Dual Monitor KVM Switch
2 Display Modes
Our dual monitor KVM switch supports dual -screen mode to expand work or entertainment space.
The device also comes with the ability to cross-display so that you have one monitor display device A and the other monitor display device B. Got something you need to keep an eye on that's running on system A but you work on system B!
Key Features
True Ultra HD 4k Visual Enjoyment
This 4K HDMI KVM switch dual monitor max supports 3840x2160 RGB 4:4:4 downward compatible. You can enjoy the most luxurious video with this HDMI KVM dual monitor Switch.
2 PCs Share 3 USB Devices
This Dual Monitor KVM has dedicated mouse and keyboard ports.
An extra standard USB 2.0 port works with printers, jump drives, USB headsets or webcams for teleconferencing. Meet more demands at work.
Audio Output
KVM Switch with a 3.5mm Audio Jack port with a DAC chip inside, which can be inserted into a 3-segment 3.5mm earpiece device.
Keyboard and Mouse Seamless Switching
Available to use keyboard and mouse without any delayafter switching input sources. No delay, zero delay, no need to reinstall the driver. Use it smoothly and improve your work efficiency or gaming experience.
3 Convenient Switch Modes
1. Button Switching: Switch 2 signal sources in the extended mode by the panel button.
2. Hotkey Switching:Press scroll lock+ scroll lock+... or the right ctrl+ the right ctrl+...
3. IR Remote Control( without AAA battery).
A Higher Level of Keyboard and Mouse Compatibility
Keyboard and mouse pass-through mode (Semi-DDM USB) makes it compatible with more keyboard and mouse devices. Supports wired, wireless, mechanical, multimedia, and gaming K&M (not support wireless bluetooth keyboard and mouse).
Unique Features
Seamless Switching
EDID Emulation
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| Price | EUR 171.06 | EUR 222.38 | EUR 333.57 | — no data | EUR 316.47 |
| Connected Devices | 2 Computers | 2 Computers | 2 Computers | 4 Computers | 2 Desktops(NOT for Laptop) |
| Computer Ports | 2× HDMI+HDMI | 2× HDMI+HDMI | 2× HDMI+HDMI | 4× HDMI+HDMI+HDMI | 2× DP+DP |
| Display Setup | Dual Monitor | Dual Monitor | Dual Monitor | Triple Monitor | Dual Monitor |
| Video Resolution | 4K@60Hz, 2K@144Hz, 1080P@240Hz | 4K@60Hz, 2K@144Hz, 1080P@240Hz | 8K60Hz,4K144/165Hz,1080P@240Hz | 4K@60Hz, 2K@144Hz, 1080P@240Hz | 8K60Hz,4K144/165Hz,1080P@240Hz |
| Shared USB Devices | 1x USB2.0, 2×USB1.1 | 2x USB3.0(2 charging),2×USB1.1 | 2x USB3.0(2 charging),2×USB1.1 | 3x USB3.0(2 charging),2×USB1.1 | 2x USB 3.0,2×USB1.1 |
| Control | Button/IR Remote/Hotkeys | Button/IR Remote/Hotkeys | Button/IR/Hotkeys/Mouse Wheel | Button/IR Remote/Hotkeys | Button/IR/Hotkeys/Mouse Wheel |
| Gigabit Ethernet | × | × | 1000Mbps (on/off) | 100Mbps | 1000Mbps (on/off) |
| EDID Emulation | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ (on/off) |
| Audio & Mic Support | ONLY L/R audio output | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Included Cables | 2×USB B-A, 4×HDMI cables | 2×USB B-A, 4×HDMI cables | 2×USB B-A, 4×HDMI cables | 4×USB B-A, 12×HDMI cables | 2×USB B-A, 4×DP |
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Customers find the KVM switch to be the best on the market with excellent quality and appreciate its ability to easily switch between devices, particularly between personal and work laptops. The setup process is straightforward, and customers consider it well worth the money. However, they report mixed experiences with reliability, functionality, compatibility, and connectivity, noting issues with keyboard recognition and occasional loss of keyboard and mouse connection.
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52 customers mention quality, 43 positive, 9 negative
Awesome seller, great product!!Read more
This is great KVM Switch. It is easy to install and use. The TeSmart support is excellent. I emailed the PC's that I have....Read more
It’s a good product but, I wish I could connect my mouse, keyboard and speakers to it; I have a MacBook Pro 14….🤷🏾♂️Read more
...I was worried, but now I am pleased. Awesome product. Why no 5 star rating?...Read more
44 customers mention switching ability, 32 positive, 12 negative
...to come across this device that would not only allow easy switch between computers, but also allow me to use 1 mouse and keyboard for both computers....Read more
I purchased this to easily switch between my work Dell laptop running windows 10 and my personal Mac Mini with the M2 processor....Read more
...Switching and then switching back doesn't correct it; I usually have to unplug the USB cable from the back for a few seconds and reconnect to get it...Read more
...This allows me to switch between the two computers by just pushing a single button instead of having to rerout all the cables after work each day....Read more
41 customers mention ease of use, 34 positive, 7 negative
...It is one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. Easy to set up, easy to use and saves me so much time hooking and unhooking my PC’s....Read more
...Needed a dual monitor setup. Easy to set up and this unit doesn't have the problems of losing track of the mouse, keyboard, or monitor that the...Read more
...After using it for a month or so, I'm pretty impressed. It was very easy to set up, and enables me to easily switch between the Surface and gaming...Read more
This was literally plug and play! High quality feel, great cable-set, and worked exactly as advertised....Read more
196 customers mention reliability, 93 positive, 103 negative
...is with the TESmart, a very expensive device and it simply stopped working, I had to use the "extra" usb to connect the mouse, which doesn't work as...Read more
I bought this to aid in my career in IT. Works great, no issues. One day, after nothing changed, what so ever, my mouse wouldn't work anymore....Read more
...The video signal keeps cutting out and the mouse and keyboard don’t work....Read more
...Switching monitors works well with no issues and good resolution, however I've not been able to get keyboard, mouse, camera to switch - not once....Read more
55 customers mention functionality, 21 positive, 34 negative
...A couple negatives, the keyboard shortcuts do not work if you have a laptop, you have to use the keyboard on the laptop to get them to work....Read more
This solves the Windows shuffle problem that made this Mac user go MAD! I wish I knew about Dynamic Device Mapping 3 years ago....Read more
The only reason for reducing 1 star is that it seems peripherals (gaming mice/keyboards) have trouble communicating with their software when plugged...Read more
Right off the bat this thing had a ton of quirks - displays having their positions swapped incorrectly when switching, screens going black, screens...Read more
38 customers mention compatibility, 15 positive, 23 negative
...used the TESmart KVM switch for about 7 months and now the 2nd monitor will not detect. I have verified all cable are working and connected....Read more
...Both now share my keyboard, mouse and dual monitors....Read more
...3. The size profile is great, so I can't REALLY complain that it only supports HDMI. My [video card] only has one HDMI and 3xDP....Read more
...It says 4k at 60hz but that only works for 1 monitor the other monitor is limited to 4k at 30hz THIS PRODUCT IS A SCAM DO NOT BUY.Read more
30 customers mention connectivity, 11 positive, 19 negative
Do not buy this product. Constantly disconnects and reconnects, caused green screening and eventually completely fried my MSI 5700xt.Read more
...THIS DID THE TRICK!!! No disconnects, smooth transitions and has more features....Read more
...My desktop will be on and functioning but the KVM doesn't connect to the desktop and when it does the mouse and keyboard doesn't work but it works...Read more
...assuming is because of loose ports/bad wiring, the keyboard/mouse lose connection occasionally, and the first HDMI port has finally died, so dual...Read more
30 customers mention value for money, 14 positive, 16 negative
...Waste of money. I tried to contact support for getting it fixed or replaced and have gotten the run-around....Read more
...I would have buyer's remorse, but now that I have it, it is so worth it. Works like a charm and had saved me a ton of timeRead more
...In my opinion, it's too expensive to have keyboard and connectivity issues this frequently....Read more
...since I think it is the best KVM available and it's honestly reasonably priced....Read more
Very easy to set up and work with
It took me less than 5 minutes to set it up. with 1 press you can switch between the 2 PCs. Quality of picture is good and is very responsive. No issues. The only thing I wish it had is a USB-C and USB connections in the front (for USB-C should also be in the back).
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- AnonymousReviewed in Canada on November 16, 2022
Flakey connection and broken within 5 months of using it
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