🚀 Elevate your dual-screen game with lightning-fast switching and powerhouse connectivity!
The AV Access Docking Station Dual Monitor KVM Switch combines dual 4K@60Hz HDMI outputs, 60W USB-C charging, and ultra-fast 2-3 second switching to seamlessly connect and control two computers. Featuring a durable all-aluminum shell and a 12-in-1 port array including USB, Ethernet, SD card, and audio, it’s designed for professionals seeking a sleek, efficient, and powerful multi-device workstation.
A**R
Does what it says it does perfectly
I don't usually write reviews, but for this one I wanted to share my two cents. KVMs and docks, especially at high resolutions and refresh rates, are really finicky and hard to get right. This one works well. It does what it says it does, which for this type of hardware is all you can ask for. To all the people complaining that this doesn't work, at the bandwidth that this device works with (and higher bandwidth devices) you have to remember that the KVM is just one piece of the setup. Let me explain:- You need to make sure the laptop/PC you are plugged into (ports, drivers, GPU, etc) are at the spec. It's valuable to look at the USB port specs on your device. Make sure that you aren't plugging an HDMI 2.0b cable into a lower version, or something like that. Adapters (HDMI to DVI) can also automatically downgrade. With the laptop cable, USB-C is just a port, make sure that all the protocols that need to be implemented are there.- Ensure you have high-quality cables rated for the required specifications. You can't expect HDMI 2.0b resolutions (without issue) if you are using a low-quality cable or an older version cable. It's honestly worth it to go up versions for future proofing and headroom. Cables nowadays are a significant portion of an entire desktop setup and not just as plug-and-play as they used to be.- Make sure the monitors you are using support the specifications too. The whole setup from Monitor -> cable -> kvm -> cable -> laptop/pc has to be up-to-spec and high quality for high-resolution things to work flawlessly now-a-days. Even then, the newer 4K+ monitors, usually only have one port that supports max resolution with all the bells and whistles. Make sure you read the documentation for the monitor.- Another thing to look out for is USB limits. You can only have 5 "hubs" daisy-chained before the USB protocols falls apart. Even then, that's if the cables you have are good enough, they can maintain signal integrity through all of that. Some cables count as hubs, and some devices (like this KVM) count as multiple.The KVM comes with some cables, but honestly, do yourself a favor and buy some high-quality ones that are versions above what you need. I can't stress enough how important cables are now. Take this from someone who runs a 7680x2160@240hz monitor switching between multiple devices that are in entirely different rooms >50 ft away. I use hubs/docks/kvms, most importantly some good fiber optic cables. I bought this device for my wife, and it fits her needs perfectly.
E**E
Good quality, stable.
Works great. Switches quickly. Much more stable than the last one I was using that didn't have USB-C connections for my laptop.I haven't gamed on my PC in forever, so I can't speak to refresh rate or anything.
J**N
Does the job with minor inconveniences
I've been using this for 3 months now daily for work. I wanted to give it some time before leaving a review and run it through it's paces.The Good1. Love that it charges the laptop when hooked up.2. Easy setup and connections without having to use all kinds of adapters.3. Clean desktop space and easy to switch between computers.The not so Good1. Sometimes it doesn't recognize the dual monitors and only one registers. You have to shut off the monitor it doesn't recognize and turn it back on, then it works.2. If the other computer you're not using is on and then goes to sleep, it causes both monitors to black out for about 3 seconds. They then turn right back on with the signal with the computer you are using.
J**M
Product did not work. AV Access Tech support was somehow even worse
This seemed like the perfect solution for a gaming / work from home laptop setup. The price seemed like it would be a decent enough product, not some cheap junk, that would work. Maybe not the highest end product, but reasonable.Boy, was I wrong.Out of the box, when set up exactly as instructed, the Desktop PC would only display on one monitor, and when the laptop was selected, it would only display on the other monitor. I figured I had done something wrong, and contacted AV Access tech support. Dear goodness, I've never encountered worse support in my life. The "chat" feature on the website prompted me to leave an email address and they'd respond within 24 hours. 23 hours later, I got a response with the basic "have you tried restarting" and "what are the computer specs" type questions. I answered, and waited another day for a response. I followed those instructions, didn't work. Emailed back. 24 hours later, no response. 48 hours later, no response. I finally got another agent via chat, told them the problem, they said "I'll forward it to tech support, and they'll get back within 24 hours."24 hours later, they emailed me a firmware upgrade that wouldn't work as per the instructions they provided. A chat agent close to midnight was able to walk me through it, and found places that the instructions they sent were incorrect, and we installed the firmware upgrade.here's a shock: It didn't work!Then he had some other stuff to try, which had already been tried, twice, in response to two separate emails.Absolutely done. If you're looking for a convenient way to switch between your home desktop PC and work laptop, it would be much easier to buy a silicone mine, craft your own PCB's, source transistors and microchips, become a computer scientist, and invent your own product from scratch, than it would be to make this product work.And for the record, nothing we have is pushing the limits of its capabilities. It advertises dual 4k monitors. All we're trying to do is have 2 1080p monitors running at the same time.I am returning this item, and instead will get a USB switch, and a dock for the laptop, and will use both video inputs for the monitors to toggle between showing the desktop and the laptop.That solution will cost less as well.
R**S
Impressive and Compact Performer
Compact size. 100-240v power supply - great for those of us that move from country to country. Nice and compact. Long power cable for easy reach. Comes with USB cables, 2 HDMI, and 1 DP. The USB-C to USB-C is a little short for one of my laptops, but works great for my HP. It can't be too long due to the standard for video transmission. It works great. I'm really impressed. I use a mouse for gaming and a trackball for everything else. No problem. Running games through it I was still at 265FPS on my 4090. Very convenient. USB devices automatically move to the system you are using. Also convenient. And I can't say how random SD cards just show in my life (usually from family). I don't have to dig through things to find a card reader now. Thank you for that little extra.
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