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Can you use a KVM switch with a docking station?
Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) KVM Switches With the help of USB-C docking stations / USB-C video adapters, you can connect your Thunderbolt 3 based computers to just about any existing KVM Switch device! For example, you can use a HDMI-based KVM as a Thunderbolt 3 KVM Switch with USB-C to HDMI adapters.
Can you use a docking station with a desktop computer?
Using a docking station with a desktop computer is pretty much the same process as with a laptop, however, you might have other things to consider. For example, considering using it with a desktop may be slightly more permanent, you might want to think about where you’re going to place the docking station on your desk.
Can you connect 2 docking stations to a laptop?
Shared Docking with KVM Control Connect two laptops to this dock to share dual monitors, a keyboard, mouse, and peripherals. This KVM docking station lets you control two laptops and share two monitors and several peripherals between them while they’re docked.
Can I connect 2 docking stations?
Yes, you can connect more than one Elgato Thunderbolt™ 2 Dock together, using the Thunderbolt™ ports. However, this does not mean that you can necessarily use all of the available inputs effectively.
Can I connect 2 laptops to 1 docking station?
Can I connect two docking stations?
Yes, you can connect more than one Elgato Thunderbolt™ 2 Dock together, using the Thunderbolt™ ports. For example, connecting two Elgato Thunderbolt™ 2 Docks together will give you six USB 3.0 ports, but the available bandwidth per port will be reduced significantly if you use many USB devices at once.
How can I use my laptop as a KVM?
Starting KVM mode When KVM mode is on, you can manage the server from your laptop.
- Select Enter KVM Mode from the KVM menu.
- Use the KVM trigger event mouse and keyboard combination to start KVM mode.
- If KVM stops functioning, use the Reconnect KVM command from the KVM menu .