Multiple Monitor-sharing

[99WhiteBeast]

My big desktop monitor took a crap today and I don't feel like spending the extra cash for new one right now- I'm cheap, and broke this time of the year.

I have a 17" flat screen that I currently use in a dual monitor config with my laptop. I want to use the same monitor on my desktop so in effect I'm sharing one monitor between two computers.

I know this is possible, just like using an A/B switch for a printer between two pc's I just can't find the hardware I need.

USB options are out on the laptop since I'm out of ports. I thinking the VGA cable will be the best route I just need some type of switch.

Somebody please point in the correct direction.

[Mark #2]

My big desktop monitor took a crap today and I don't feel like spending the extra cash for new one right now- I'm cheap, and broke this time of the year.

I have a 17" flat screen that I currently use in a dual monitor config with my laptop. I want to use the same monitor on my desktop so in effect I'm sharing one monitor between two computers.

I know this is possible, just like using an A/B switch for a printer between two pc's I just can't find the hardware I need.

USB options are out on the laptop since I'm out of ports. I thinking the VGA cable will be the best route I just need some type of switch.

Somebody please point in the correct direction.
I have a big ass 15" monitor you are welcome to have.

[Silver_2000]

are there 2 inputs on the monitor ? VGa and DVI maybe ? thats an easy way to do this

[99WhiteBeast]

I have a big ass 15" monitor you are welcome to have.
Thanks Mark but I'm also trying to regain some working space on my desk. I could not believe the room I gained by dumping that 19"


are there 2 inputs on the monitor ? VGa and DVI maybe ? thats an easy way to do this

I only have the one VGA input

[98Cobra]

I have a monitor I would give you. Tube type, but price is right!

[dboat]

hmmm, I have just the opposite.. one computer with two monitors.. man is that a nice way to work too..

ok, if you have usb, why not get a usb expansion thingie.. they are cheap..

Dana

[Silver_2000]

depends on if both PCs use USB keyboards or Ps2 connections

you can get an old school KVM switch (http://www.amazon.com/D-Link-KVM-121-2-Port-Video-Switch/dp/B000FBF38I/ref=pd_bbs_7?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1231379880&sr=8-7) you woudlnt need to use the mouse keyboard pieces if you didnt want to

[my2002lightning]

Steve, you would've had my HP 19" old-school monitor before I gave it away, recently.

I'll keep an eye out for you, though.

[SVTlightning87]

Theres no way to share one monitor for two computers unless you unplug it from one and into the other every time.

[Silver_2000]

Theres no way to share one monitor for two computers unless you unplug it from one and into the other every time.

or you buy a KVM - Keyboard video mouse switch

[SVTlightning87]

or you buy a KVM - Keyboard video mouse switch

I guess? I never used one before I just don't see how one monitor two computers would work, but what do I know my degree is just in computer networking:d

[ZeusSVT]

or you buy a KVM - Keyboard video mouse switch


I use this setup at home. 27" monitor with Desktop computer and laptop docking station for one of my laptops to go in. Did this because I didnt wanna put vista on my home computer. So I bought a laptop with it on it and use it with the big screen every now and then. Works great for me. :tu:

[0'Lightning]

I'll ask my step-dad tomorrow. He has a masters in Computer Science:tex and is on top of all the computer electronics out there.

[SVTlightning87]

Ok now I see what you want to do, 2 computers, 1 monitor, different times, got it.silver 2000 is right a kvm d-link switch will work

[Silver_2000]

I guess? I never used one before I just don't see how one monitor two computers would work, but what do I know my degree is just in computer networking:d
I dont have a degree dont listen to me ...
But I do work in the industry and have since almost before you were born :tu:

[99WhiteBeast]

depends on if both PCs use USB keyboards or Ps2 connections

you can get an old school KVM switch (http://www.amazon.com/D-Link-KVM-121-2-Port-Video-Switch/dp/B000FBF38I/ref=pd_bbs_7?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1231379880&sr=8-7) you woudlnt need to use the mouse keyboard pieces if you didnt want to

That will work-Thanks Doug!


I have a monitor I would give you. Tube type, but price is right!

Thanks Garett- the one that just bit the dust was the one I got from you last time-that monster Compaq. I'm trying to get away from the big tubes since they take up so much room.

I plan to get a 21" widescreen come tax time so I can see multiple apps at one time.

[wesman]

Actually there's an easy way to do it. Damon H runs it this way on his desktop at work. He's got dual monitors that a desktop and laptop share and you can even move the windows/screens etc between the monitor itself and the laptop screen.

I'll send him this way to let you know how he has it set-up

--wes

[99WhiteBeast]

Actually there's an easy way to do it. Damon H runs it this way on his desktop at work. He's got dual monitors that a desktop and laptop share and you can even move the windows/screens etc between the monitor itself and the laptop screen.

I'll send him this way to let you know how he has it set-up

--wes

Yep I'm already sharing the one with the laptop- if I could share both with both computers that would be bonus:tu:

[lenard_hester]

Don't know if you bought one already or not, but I have about half a dozen KVM's in my closet that would accomplish what you want to do and you are more than welcome to any one of them.

[PUMP]

I have a KVM switch/cable that you can have. Don't use it any more.
When hooked up you can use one monitor one keyboard and one mouse to run two computers. Press control & scroll lock simultaneously to switch between PCs.

[99WhiteBeast]

Don't know if you bought one already or not, but I have about half a dozen KVM's in my closet that would accomplish what you want to do and you are more than welcome to any one of them.

Lenard-Thanks for the hook up I appreciate it:tu:


I have a KVM switch/cable that you can have. Don't use it any more.
When hooked up you can use one monitor one keyboard and one mouse to run two computers. Press control & scroll lock simultaneously to switch between PCs.

Bob-Thanks for the offer also