KVM Problems

theairman · Feb 25, 2005

I have a new IOGear KVM and cannot get the USB keyboard or mouse to be recognized by the computer. Windows 2000 Pro & IOGear GCS 1714 Any ideas?

theairman · Feb 25, 2005

Any Ideas?

theairman · Mar 2, 2005

montag451 · Mar 2, 2005

RMA, get a refund - and try a Belkin SOHO KVM w/audio+USB

airfoil · Mar 2, 2005

You could get a USB to PS2 converter for those USB devices...

theairman · Mar 10, 2005

Thanks, I'll get an RMA - Their Tech Support Stinks. No Reply

WiseOldDude · Mar 10, 2005

Very typical, most KVM's support a limited choice in keyboards/mice. KVM are not typically designed for the 'home' user, but for the server room.

Keitero · Mar 10, 2005

I would say get a usb->ps/2 adaptors for the usb keyboard/mouse.

WiseOldDude · Mar 10, 2005

Originally posted by: Keitero
I would say get a usb->ps/2 adaptors for the usb keyboard/mouse.

doesn't work with all KVM's. Had a 2 port that it worked fine with, but have tried several 4 port KVM's and it worked with neither