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UGREEN USB 3.0 Sharing Switch $32.89 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ UGREEN Amazon AU

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Amazon deal of the day, expires at midnight or when sold out.

$1.40 cheaper than the Black Friday and Prime Day deals. See those deals for comments/discussion.

Youtube video thanks to diffusal

  • This USB Switch 4 Port device allows up to 2 users to share 4 USB 3.0 peripheral devices, such as printer, scanner, mouse, keyboard or usb disk etc without the need to constantly swap cables or set up complicated network sharing software. It's a great for use at home if you have multiple PCs or Macs.
  • USB 3.0 Switch supports ultra-fast USB 3.0 data transfer rates of up to 5Gb/s (10 times faster than USB 2.0), to work flawlessly with high-bandwidth USB 3.0 devices, such as external hard disks, high resolution webcams, camcorders, video surveillance cameras, digital video cameras, multi-channel audio and more, and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.
  • The USB sharing switch allows you combine with 4 USB 3.0 Ports to share multiple devices e.g. printers, scanners, etc. Bus powered with no external power supply required.
  • Button and LED design,you can easily switches between systems via push buttons with LED indicating the active computer.

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  • Clear on 20/01/2021 - 01:03
    +5

    These are excellent. Like the video I have one at my desk to switch between the work desktop and laptop easily. Previously used software but this is superior.

    • thebiggestfudge on 20/01/2021 - 07:15

      I have multiple monitor docking station setup. Can I use this to switch the docking station between my work and personal laptops?

      • expertreader on 20/01/2021 - 08:03

        @thebiggestfudge this one is only USB sharing. What you need is the hdmi dock

        • thebiggestfudge on 20/01/2021 - 08:23
          +1

          The docking station connects to the laptop by USB, not HDMI. I want 2 laptops to share the docking station setup. Not sure if I'm explaining this properly…

          • Clear on 20/01/2021 - 08:50

            @thebiggestfudge: It won't share the monitor outputs or ethernet. The USB ports should work.

          • teatea on 20/01/2021 - 09:31
            +1

            @thebiggestfudge: I've got the exact same setup at home. Provided that the port connects to a USB3 port of your laptop/PC and your laptop has the drivers for that dock, it should work flawlessly.

            I've got this USB switcher and a Dell dock. The dock connects to the front 4 ports, and the rear connects to each laptop/PC. The USB switcher would switch the dock on the press of the button.

            Though I wouldn't recommend using the dock's video output for gaming purposes. The GPU used from the dock will be virtualised, as it's connected directly via USB to a USB3 port, not the graphics card port. It uses the CPU on your machine to do the video processing. It will never use your main graphics card. So each monitor connects to both my dock and my main PC. Unless of course your graphics card also has a USB C port, it may work. I don't have that so I can't say.

            • thebiggestfudge on 20/01/2021 - 13:52

              @teatea: I'm running a wavlink USB3 docking station with dual monitors. No gaming. I saw a review that said they were running the docking station + switch and it was working well. Based on that and your experience, for $32 I thought I'll just get one to give it a go.

          • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 09:47
            +1

            @thebiggestfudge: I'm guessing it's a USB-C plug on the docking station? This is technically just USB3 whereas the docking station will probably be using Thunderbolt if it's a USB-C. It might work - but I wouldn't count on it.

            • FrugalNotStingy on 20/01/2021 - 17:50

              @macrocephalic: How does this switch behave when a USB-C to USB-A dongle is used, like for an external hard disk/thumb drive etc?

              • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 18:46

                @FrugalNotStingy: I don't think so. USB3 is 9pin, whereas USBC is 24pin. I think the USBc->USB3 adapters only connect the pins required for the USB3 functionality - which will mean that the Thuderbolt functionality won't pass through.

                I could be wrong though.

      • love2buy on 20/01/2021 - 09:07

        Kvm with dvi

      • jsb on 20/01/2021 - 09:44

        I am familiar with such a dock and yes it will work with such setup. Just make sure the dock actually works with your personal laptop. Not all laptops are compatible with these docks.

  • iridiumstem on 20/01/2021 - 01:35

    I bought one, I have an Android tablet that I kinda use as a laptop and it works surprisingly well with a dongle. With a click of a button, I transfer mouse, keyboard between two devices.

  • sedi on 20/01/2021 - 01:37
    +5

    I have purchased few Ugreen products and I liked their build quality. Transfer speeds are also great

  • Soda on 20/01/2021 - 01:38

    This is really good, but i wish there was one that can do 3 way switching.
    I know, pretty niche.

    • Domingo on 20/01/2021 - 07:50
      +4

      Buy 2 of them!

    • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 09:51

      I have one that can do four connections - but it's USB2 only. Works fine for peripherals, but USB drives need to be plugged directly into the PC or they're super slow (obvs)

      • Soda on 20/01/2021 - 12:31

        Do you have a link?

    • bargaino on 20/01/2021 - 11:18

      why not just use remote desktop?
      No limits then.

  • kehuehue on 20/01/2021 - 02:47
    +1

    Nice but need extra usb to hdmi or dp switch for a monitor. Wouldve been nice to have one port for a monitor.

    • spitsw on 20/01/2021 - 09:30
      +3

      Most modern monitors have multiple HDMI inputs that are software controllable.

      If you have the technical know-how, you can set up your computer to switch monitor inputs on request or when a USB device is connected (such as this USB switch/hub).

      I have this device and I have the monitor automatically switch inputs to the device that is using the keyboard/mouse. I use Linux.

      • stevelovestacos on 20/01/2021 - 10:15

        OMG I never thought of doing this. Amazing idea.

        How do you have it set it up on Linux?

        • spitsw on 20/01/2021 - 11:19
          +3

          I wrote a small python script that does it on linux:

          https://github.com/spitsw/kvm

          It runs when a specific usb keyboard, mouse switch etc is connected. It uses DDC/CI to control the monitor through HDMI or DP cable

          I'm sure there are mac / windows solutions as well.

      • abb on 20/01/2021 - 10:57

        multiple HDMI inputs that are software controllable

        I never plugged in the USB cable to my screen because I assumed it was just for the two USB ports on the side (which I don't use). But you're saying I should be able to toggle inputs somehow? Sounds very handy… Off to find the manual!

        • spitsw on 20/01/2021 - 11:22

          No. It's possible to control the active monitor input through the HDMI / DP connection.

          Any connected computer can send DDC/CI commands over the HDMI / DP cable. Handy when there are multiple computers attached to the single monitor.

          • abb on 20/01/2021 - 11:25
            +1

            @spitsw: Oh that's even better, thanks for the info. Let's hope my gear can do it… Will check out your github link.

            edit I'm in business with ddcutil, aww yeah!

      • bargaino on 20/01/2021 - 11:52

        Thanks! I'd never heard of this, and using the buttons and menus on the monitor is a PITA (terrible design).

        I had a little trouble following your python code but found a great explanation here:

        https://friendo.monster/posts/switching-monitor-inputs-with-…

        So I found the needed "ddcutil setvcp" commands.

        Now, my problem is that I use a Logitech 3-way bluetooth/unified-usb keyboard.
        Changes do not appear on the USB bus, but the bluetooth should be able to do it. Must learn python properly. Or just use a manual hotkey.

        Of course, most of the time, it is still easier to use remote desktop software.

        • spitsw on 20/01/2021 - 12:02
          +1

          I also have a logitech unified/bluetooth mouse.

          I have set it up to use the unified dongle thing connected to the usb switcher instead of bluetooth. That way everything including the mouse also switches on the press of a button.

          • ninjax on 21/01/2021 - 10:00
            +1

            @spitsw: Anything similar for windows? Googled a bit nothing yet

            Edit- just found some freeware called controlmymonitor. Looks like it offers command line input. A little setup and perhaps autohotkey should be the ticket.

      • K1D A on 20/01/2021 - 11:08

        If you need HDMI monitor switch included, use this one instead, can confirm work like charm.

  • countmein on 20/01/2021 - 07:36

    Nice video, like the remote to switch the monitor instead of pressing the button on the rear

  • tallkid123 on 20/01/2021 - 08:17

    Works well for me. I even told my colleagues to get one.

  • Ostrich on 20/01/2021 - 08:30
    +1

    I recently purchased the usb 2.0 version. Like others have said, good quality products. I only bought 2.0 version because some reviews said this ONLY handles usb 3.0 ports (not backwards compatible for some reason), and my older second device only has usb 2.0 ports. And im only using mouse & keyboard so its fine for that (and was cheaper).

    • boretentsu on 20/01/2021 - 08:41

      Link for USB2 version is here: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/aw/d/B0773P6VLG?ref=ppx_pt2_mob…

      Thanks, this is fantastic. I was looking for a device like this so I wouldn't need to switch my peripheral hub between the desktop and the laptop dock. It's even better there's a cheaper USB2 version.

      Suggest OP include it in description.

    • spitsw on 20/01/2021 - 09:20
      +1

      I have the USB3 version and it works for both USB2 and USB3.

      • sixfthick on 20/01/2021 - 09:47
        +1

        The USB3 version works for USB2 devices but it has to be connected to a USB3 port on the computer.

  • krouton24 on 20/01/2021 - 08:40

    If you’re just sharing mouse and keyboard, go the USB 2.0 version for $22

    https://www.amazon.com.au/UGREEN-Computers-Peripheral-Switch…

    • boretentsu on 20/01/2021 - 08:41

      @Ostrich above explains

  • kytosol on 20/01/2021 - 08:57

    I have this. I use it for my keyboard, mouse, headset and switch between my work and personal computers. It works perfectly.

  • SunElf on 20/01/2021 - 09:25

    Damn - just bought that a week ago for 45$ - can I somehow contact to Amazon to get refund for difference? How can I do that?

    • starbearer on 20/01/2021 - 09:31
      -1

      Just return that one and buy this one

    • Munki on 20/01/2021 - 10:57

      Pretty sure people have contacted Amazon for similar reasons and been given credit or some even partial refunds.

  • superforever on 20/01/2021 - 09:26
    +1

    Just wondering anyone tried multi USB hard disk plugged in? Most USB hub won't powerful enough to handle more than one USB hard disk.

    • teatea on 20/01/2021 - 09:38

      I've tried it with my one. It's sort of hit and miss. The hub itself gets powered by your USB connection to the end device (Laptop/PC). So if you've got 2 things connected, it may not work at all or might work. I'd avoid plugging in those USB external HDDs that don't have a separate power supply. Normal USBs, like your typical flash drive, works ok.

      • superforever on 20/01/2021 - 09:41

        Yeah, so far I couldn't find any USB hub even powered can handle two USB hard disks properly.

        Any way will buy this for keyboard, mouse, USB drive.

  • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 09:55

    I wonder if you could plug this in "backwards" to share two devices between four computers?

    • atwilliams on 20/01/2021 - 10:05

      I doubt it, which is why they make a 4-port version (different brand though).

      https://www.amazon.com.au/IOGEAR-Computer-Peripheral-Sharing…

      • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 10:08

        I already have a 4 port USB2 version (and it cost a lot less than that).

        • atwilliams on 20/01/2021 - 10:28

          That was an example of a 4 computer switch. I wasn't "promoting" that specific one, but there are 4 computer USB 3.0 versions as well.

    • DigbyR on 20/01/2021 - 10:25

      USB doesnt really work like that.

    • fan8956 on 20/01/2021 - 10:44

      I have this unit and the switch is simply switching between the 2 ports for the 4 ports. In your case, 4 PCs will be connected to either of the 2 devices at the same time.

      • macrocephalic on 20/01/2021 - 16:15

        Yeah, I didn't really think that through. The switch only controls the side with two ports.

  • fan8956 on 20/01/2021 - 10:46

    I really wish it can do auto switching whenever one of the 2 input ports becomes online. Just like the KVM for HDMI, whenever it detects the signal, it will switch to that

  • bounty hunter on 20/01/2021 - 11:09

    Might be a dumb question but was wondering if these things switch "safely"?

    What I mean by that is by switching from one PC to another isn't that the physical equivalent of unplugging from one PC and connecting to another one?

    In that case don't PCs normally warn you to "safely eject" - I know this may not apply to some USB devices like a keyboard and mouse but what about things like USB sticks and external HDDs?

  • CharcoaI on 20/01/2021 - 11:42
    +1

    I have the USB2.0 version of this.
    It works great, but it's annoying that there's no "remote switch" function, as you can't neatly put these at the end of your desk.

    I ended up opening mine up, and soldering some fly-leads to a little switch so I can have everything hidden under the desk.
    Did the same for my Ikea USB lamp too.

    Pics here

    My full desk setup here

    • Adamiam on 20/01/2021 - 14:24
      +1

      That was my thought as well - Some sort of remote or switch that's cabled to the actual unit would be helpful. Are there any others on the market?

      Really like how you hacked your solution together.. Worst case I can give that a go.

  • ozvictor on 20/01/2021 - 11:44

    Bought the 3.0 version because I need to use my remote ssd, how is the speed ?

    • Abaddon on 20/01/2021 - 16:38

      It's great. I bought the USB 3.0 switch during Black Friday sale.

      Mine is working fine. Currently switching the following with it:

      • External nvme SSD
      • Keyboard
      • Mouse
      • G930 USB Audio
      • Reverb G2 VR
      • T16000M Joystick
      • CH Pro Throttle

      This is through this devices 4 ports, a Powered USB Hub (VR/NVME/Joystick/Throttle) and the monitor USB (Keyboard/Mouse/Audio Headset). The USB Switch is powered by one of the ports from the Powered Hub.

      I purchased a DisplayPort switch today to perform the other side. I'm sick of switching inputs on the monitor and want to keep G-Sync working which ruled out all the HDMI switch options.

      Planning to mod the USB3.0 switch and DisplayPort Switch to use a single external button for both. Will message back here if anyone is interested in the same.

  • ninjax on 20/01/2021 - 11:50

    I just ordered this from amazon 2 days ago with prime, think i can lodge a refund request and reorder? Or ask for difference in price back?

    • hamza23 on 20/01/2021 - 11:57

      Ask on live chat for the difference back, if no good, initiate a return then repurchase. Just means you'll have to go to the post office/drop off location to return the item though.

      • ninjax on 20/01/2021 - 17:47

        Thanks, they offered $5 promo. The items $10 less than I brought it, so hardly worth returning in postage but better than nothing!

  • jjjjon on 20/01/2021 - 12:57

    Hi people . I bought a new PC and wanted to switch between my old and new PC ( monitor/wireless mouse and keyboard)..
    I purchased one of these a while ago https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/4-Ports-USB-HDMI-KVM-Switch-Box-…

    And have pretty much given up trying to get it to work.. My new PC only has hdmi monitor input so I got a hdmi cable adapter ..But I still don't know what I'm doing.. Not sure I'm plugging things in the right inputs/outputs if I have the right cables, Or if this switch works for my setup?

    If anyone has any ideas or could point me in the right direction if I have to get a different switch.. Thanks

    • McFly on 29/01/2021 - 15:42

      Lol that switch is VGA not HDMI!
      So did you plug in the PC's via VGA and the monitor with a VGA to HDMI adaptor? Do the computers not have HDMI?

      • jjjjon on 29/01/2021 - 19:18

        Yeah .. plugged in monitor with VGA to HDMI adaptor..plugged in old pc vga … The new pc doen't have VGA so I probably need another adaptor…Or just get a HDMI switch…

  • AdModnar on 20/01/2021 - 15:06

    "up to two users can share"…
    I want to know how a regular one user can share. I'm making a personal exception for split personality, and if the other one of me tells you that I never share properly; that's because he started it.

  • Rollymaan on 20/01/2021 - 15:49

    I have the usb 2 version along with the display switch with one monitor
    So I switch everything with 2 buttons . Very handy

    Display switcher

    https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07JQH1L83/ref=cm_sw_r_other_ap…

    I have not used this with dock to have a multiple monitors with switching . But I'm not sure if it supports the speed require for display link. Will try if it works.

  • quanticism on 20/01/2021 - 16:05

    Somewhat tempted but not completely sold for my use case. Every day, I have to unplug my mouse, keyboard, 2 HDMI cables and 3 USB-C adaptors to switch between my computer and my work macbook. This would only reduce a few steps.

    • FrugalNotStingy on 20/01/2021 - 16:25
      +1

      Like most things in life. Money buys you convenience.

  • superforever on 21/01/2021 - 21:28

    Arrived today and tested, switch between 1 & 2 is quick no delay.

    • superforever on 22/01/2021 - 19:48

      Just tested no problem with USB 2.0 port.

  • ITveteran on 22/01/2021 - 19:00

    Are you sure this is called "switch", rather than "hub"?

    A similar 4 port hub costs less than $20 if you look around.

    • superforever on 22/01/2021 - 19:49

      Check carefully there is a button to switch between two PCs.

    • McFly on 29/01/2021 - 15:44
      +1

      Name doesn't check out.

  • hamza23 on 29/01/2021 - 00:13

    Available again for $33.74 until midnight.

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