USB Hub/Dock to Share USB Devices

zman09 on 22/03/2022 - 13:49

Can anyone recommend a brand/model of usb dock/hub that you can press a button and it switches to the other device reliably?

Have a Samsung monitor that can show 2 inputs but moving usb devices from 1 to the other pc is a pain.

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jaybraykay on 22/03/2022 - 14:01

+3

I've been using the "Ugreen USB 3.0 Sharing Switch Selector" for about 2 years now - does what it says - no real issues from me.
https://www.ugreen.com/products/2-in-4-out-usb-3-0-sharing-s…

I think you can pick it up for around $40?
- zman09 on 22/03/2022 - 14:09
  
  Looks great thank you will check it out. Current no brand one that I have takes about 5 presses for it to do something.
  - jaybraykay on 22/03/2022 - 14:26
    
    +1
    
    Yea - Like @Fergy1987 says below - you could spend less and get the USB 2.0 version also - its really up to you.
    
    I'd spend a bit more, get 3.0 and the improved speed / future proofing, but if its just a keyboard & mouse, you could save some money.
Fergy1987 on 22/03/2022 - 14:13

+3

if its just keyboard and mouse get the USB 2.0 Ugreen one, its like 19 bucks sometimes.
87percent on 22/03/2022 - 14:50

Is there anything similar but for HDMI devices? My TV only has 3, and I’m sick of switching the cord around
- coxjon on 22/03/2022 - 16:15
  
  Yep, you need a HDMI splitter. You can spend more for more advanced features like automatic switching and HDR. There are plenty to choose from.