Product Description
If you have more computers than hands, IOGEAR has a simple, elegant solution for you: the KVM (Keyboard-Video-Mouse) Switch. This self-powered KVM switch features mouse and keyboard emulation to ensure smooth operation, as well as support for Plug And Play monitors and most wheel mice, including Intellimouse, FirstMouse+, MouseMan+. Truly a complete solution in one box-- now, what are you going to do with all that newly free desk space? 3 year warranty
Customer Reviews:
Worked great - after a call to tech support.......2007-05-14
I had purchased a generic 2-port KVM and the video was badly degraded so I decided to go with this 4-port model based on the reviews. There was a significant difference right away as the video is flawless and mouse/keyboard emulation is consistent--you can even boot up one computer while working on another, or hot swap systems, which is great if you test or repair computers.
The only problem I had was switching between computers using the Hot Keys. The manual says to press Ctrl + Alt + Shift, then the port number, then Enter. I could not get it to work. A call to IOGEAR tech support (at 4 in the morning, they have 24 hour phone support!) clarified the situation. Instead of pressing Ctrl + Alt + Shift together, you must press them in rapid succession: Ctrl, then Alt, then Shift, then port number, then Enter. I's not very elegant, but it does work.
This unit gets 4 out of 5 stars, only because it may not work with the following: usb mice or mice with multiple buttons/features, USB keyboards or keyboards with custom buttons, wireless mice or keyboards. My Kensington Expert Mouse works, but is demoted from a four button mouse to two button.
If you can live with a standard PS/2 mouse and keyboard, this is a solid choice, probably the best KVM for the money.
You Have Got To Be Kidding Me!.......2007-04-26
This is the worse P.O.S. I have ever seen sold by anyone online. This item is very dirty, scratched and nasty looking. I do not want to touch it without latex gloves on.
And where are the cables? Never mind that this product came beyond the dated expiration time frame; this seller did not even attempt to get ahold of me, despite me emailing them, until the very last minute.
And like I have never bought anything online before...try for over 10 years. I cannot tell you how many times I have heard the same old excuse, "The post office, or UPS, damaged the box and contacted us so we asked for it to come back...", please, that is as old as dirt!
I am sending this back and will contact my credit card company and Amazon to report this serious violation of respected internet trade.
I usually am a repeat buyer from successful sellers---you can bet your life I will never do business with this person again.
Plugged it in and it worked........2007-02-14
After reading all the reviews I saw for KVM's I wasn't sure it would work but it did. I hooked it up to 3 computers and tried to use my USB mouse with an adapter. The mouse didn't work so I switched to a regular mouse and it worked fine. I like it on my desk so I can look to see which computer it is on. (It has a light.) However with the cables coming out of all sides it takes up a bit of space. Overall I am pleased and it wasn't too expensive. Cables are good quality and I had no difficulty setting it up.
Works fine -- minor startup glitches and minor feature complaints.......2006-03-24
There are an awful lot of reviews out on the Web for KVM switches. Usually, more information is good, right? In this case, I found so many contrasting opinions on any given switch or company that I was banging my head against the desk just trying to decide what to buy. Usually, the head-banging doesn't start until the equipment has been received and the setup begins.
In this case, I found that most of the head-banging had evidently been paid up front.
I got the box, hooked it up to two computers (a third is on the way, and if that changes anything, I'll try to repost), and turned the computers on. Nobody was happy with anything. The first computer didn't seem to like the display and the second didn't seem to like the keyboard or mouse. (Obviously, I couldn't tell whether the first liked the keyboard or mouse.) The three keyboard lights were stuck on Num, Caps, and Scroll Lock, no matter which system had the KVM's focus. Note that both systems had been verified as working alone with the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, prior to my receiving the KVM switch.
I tried disconnecting the mouse and keyboard individually from the switch and plugging them back in. No effect. I power cycled the "visible" computer, no effect. I powered both down, powered both back up, and now everything seems fine. Don't ask me -- I'm trying not to believe in gremlins or voodoo.
Possibly (ir)relevant detail: When things started working, I realized that I had powered up the first, let it complete the boot cycle, and then powered up the second. It may be that the KVM switch is unable to convince two machines that are simultaneously booting that everything is connected, although this is pure speculation on my part. I'll probably stick to this sequence in the future (no, voodoo, no!) because I like to watch boot sequences. Yeah, I'm a nerd.
System specifics:
o System 1: (The originally non-displaying system) Gateway G6-350, running Windows 98
o System 2: Dell Precision 330, running Windows 2000 Pro
o Monitor: Gateway EV700. Curiously, this is the monitor that shipped with system 1, which made the initial display problem even more puzzling.
o Keyboard: The standard PS/2 keyboard that shipped with the Gateway
o Mouse: Microsoft Wheelmouse Optical (2-button). This is a USB mouse that came with an adaptor for insertion into a PS/2 port. I bought it last week because the Dell didn't recognize the wheel behavior of the original Gateway mouse. The software that came with the mouse was installed on the Gateway, but not on the Dell, by oversight. No biggie -- everything that I need the mouse to do, it does.
Minor Feature Complaints:
o As has been noted here and on other sites, the layout of the switch, with outputs on the two long sides, makes for a bit of an octopus. If you want to have access to the switch, to change between systems without using hot keys, this might annoy you.
o There is only one button on the switch, so you have to cycle among all ports every time you want to change active systems. Not only will this be even more annoying when I hook up my third system, it's just plain annoying that the switch isn't smart enough to only switch between connected ports. However, the hot key functionality makes up for this to some degree.
o The ports are "numbered" internally such that 1 and 3 are on one side, and 2 and 4 on the other. This seems a bit bone-headed.
o The ports are not visibly numbered on the box (at least that I noticed, and if they are labeled, then the labels should be more obvious)
Conclusion:
I bought this switch because it seemed to be a good combination of price and features. The Amazon markdown was almost scarily good; I hoped that it meant that Iogear had come out with something new, and everybody just wanted to clear inventory.
My research indicated that Iogear, D-Link, and Linksys were usually rated mostly okay by users, with Belkin somewhat below, and other, cheaper models not often discussed. The Aten and Avocent lines seemed positively reviewed, especially by online magazines and the like, but you're talking a big price bump (they are usually eight-port switches).
I would have liked better switching, better cable routing, and an on-screen display, but these weren't deal breakers -- I knew what I was trading off to save money. The hot key sequence to change systems is not annoying to me -- as a regular Emacs user, I'm used to "chording" -- but it may be, to others.
So . . . so far, so good. Knocking wood, not because I believe in voodoo or gremlins, but because I'm Irish, and that's what we do.
It works fine.......2005-02-03
I recently got the iogear GCS14, and it's been working fine for me. My setup consists of:
Main Monitor: Dell 2001FP
Main Keyboard: Keytronic's PS2 keyboard (Model E06101D201-C)
Main Mouse: Dell's 2-button scroll, PS/2 mouse
Computer 1: Dell Dimension 4700 PC
Computer 2: Sony Vaio PCG-R505 TSK with docking station. This laptop does not have any PS/2 port, only USB ports. So I had to buy a "USB to PS/2 adapter" for the keyboard & mouse. The adapter cost only $9 at Frys, so worked out great.
Initially, I had use the Dell PS/2 keyboard as the main keyboard. But somehow, it didn't work. The keyboard functioned fine for Dell PC, but stopped working when I switched over to the Sony Vaio. Anyway, I then replaced it with the Keytronic's PS/2 keyboard, and everything worked! I was able to switch back and forth between the 2 computers using the hot key sequence: "ctrl-alt-shift, 1, enter" OR "ctrl-alt-shift, 2, enter".
As for Video quality. I couldn't really tell whether there's a degradation or not. I had set my LCD to 1920 x 1200 and it seemed fine.
Btw, the cables are pretty short. But it worked out fine for me since all the computers are congregated in one section of desk. But if you have computers far away from each other, you might have to buy extenders.
Product Description
The SmartMount for 22 to 37 inch flat panel screens provides a versatile and secure solution for professional environments. This mount offers smooth, continuous one touch tilt, allowing for easy adjustment to achieve the perfect viewing angle without tools. The mount includes simple to align universal brackets and a unique wall plate that can be mounted to a single wood stud or concrete. For easy installation the mount is preassembled and includes a Sorted-For-You fastener pack with all screen hardware and security fasteners. Self-balancing, one-touch tilt for effortless adjustment Tilt can be tightened in place if needed Up to 6 inch of horizontal, side-to-side adjustment after the screen is mounted Mounts to single wood stud, concrete, or to single metal stud (with optional accessory metal stud fasteners - available at local hardware store) Hardware for wood studs and concrete included Capacity - 80 pounds (36.4 kg) Comes with Peerless' complete Sorted-For-You baffle pack with all screen hardware included Sleek and elegant design for the home Universal design for cost effective inventory management Universal brackets easily hook onto the mount bars and are secured to mount with a safety latch Scratch Resistant Fused Epoxy Silver Finish Metal Stud Wall Plate (WSP models) Dimensions - Depth 2.75 (6.97 cm) x Width 18.7 (47.50 cm) x Height 14.6 (37.08 cm) Weight - 9.1 pounds (4.13 kg)
Product Description
Trails Illustrated maps are designed to take you into the wilderness and back, and now the latest maps are available digitally with added features to help you create the exact map you need.
Four zoom levels for each map, including a National Geographic Atlas level.
Automatically highlight a selected trail on the map to see the elevation profile, get GPS waypoints, view the trail in 3D, or draw your own route off the beaten path.
View the maps in 3D - either fly along a trail or get a 360 degree view of any point on the map. A resizable split screen enables you to view the maps in 3D and 2D mode simultaneously.
Use with your GPS device by transferring waypoints and routes between the software and your handheld GPS unit. Store, organize, and manage an unlimited number of waypoints in the software.
Customize the maps with digital photos, notes, and symbols.
Print your own maps with National Parks Explorer 3D. Print in color or grayscale, add lat/long or UTM grids, center on the area you want, and print on your home printer.
Each map features a PDF with additional travel and recreation information for that area.
Included Parks
Acadia, ME
Arches, UT
Big Bend, TX
Bryce Canyon, UT
Canyonlands, UT
Death Valley, CA
Glacier/Waterton, MT/Aberta
Grand Canyon, AZ
Grand Teton, WY
Great Smoky Mountains, TN/TC
Isle Royale, MI
Joshua Tree, CA
Kings Canyon, CA
Mt. Rainier, WA
North Cascades, WA
Olympic, WA
Redwood, WA
Rocky Mountain, CO
Sequoia, CA
Shenandoah, VA
Theodore Roosevelt, ND
Yellowstone, WY/MT
Yosemite, CA
Zion, UT
PC and MAC Compatible
Amazon.com Product Description
Designed to take you into the wilderness and back, The National Geographic TOPO! National Parks Explorer 3D puts up-to-date, illustrated, digital maps at your fingertips. Each map features four zoom levels, including a National Geographic Atlas level, so you can plan your exact route. This interactive software lets you automatically highlight a selected trail on the map to see the elevation profile, get GPS waypoints, view the trail in 3D, or draw your own route off the beaten path. This software covers the following parks: Acadia, ME; Arches, UT; Big Bend, TX; Bryce Canyon, UT; Canyonlands, UT - Needles and Island in the Sky; Channel Islands, CA; Death Valley, CA; Glacier / Waterton, MT / Alberta; Grand Canyon, AZ; Grand Teton, WY; Great Smokey Mountains, TN / NC; Isle Royale, MI; Joshua Tree, CA; Kings Canyon, CA; Mt. Rainier, WA; North Cascades, WA; Olympic, WA; Redwood, CA; Rocky Mountain, CO; Sequoia, CA; Shenandoah, VA; Theodore Roosevelt, ND; Yellowstone, WY / MT; Yosemite, CA; Zion, UT.
When it comes to viewing your maps, the 3D option lets you either fly along a trail or get a 360 degree view of any point you've mapped. Not sure if you've got the best view? No problem! The resizable split screen enables you to view the maps in 3D and 2D mode simultaneously. You can even customize the maps with digital photos, notes, and symbols. After you've created the ideal map for your trip, print in color or grayscale on your home printer, add latitude/longitude or UTM grids, or center on the area you want-- it's all up to you.
For added convenience, the National Parks Explorer 3D is designed to be used with your GPS device. You can transfer waypoints and routes between the software and your handheld GPS unit or simply store, organize, and manage an unlimited number of waypoints in the software. And to make sure your trip is as fun as possible, each map features a PDF with additional travel and recreation information for that area.
Customer Reviews:
Gets the job done.......2007-07-10
I bought this product to make a few maps in preparation for a backpacking trip (I wanted maps that showed a day of hiking and the elevation profile to go with it). It took some coaxing and a whole lot of trial-and-error printing to get maps very close to what I wanted.
I found the printing feature to be difficult to use and poorly documented. I also came away with the impression that though I'd learned how to use the program while working with it to print these maps, the printing is unpredictable so I expect that the next time I use it will involve much of the same trial-and-error guess work
I would recommend this product to anyone who is planning on going to a number of these parks (it's cheaper than buying separate maps for each park) and anyone who wants very specific hiking maps because it is possible to make such maps using this program. If you want to use the fancy map paper, it's probably a good idea to print drafts on regular paper to get the map you want.
Also, before you use the program download the update from the software website. The program doesn't work well without the update.
Product Description
These sleek 430-series Garmin plotters pack a lot of value into their space-saving formats. They feature ultra-bright 4" QVGA displays and come ready to launch right out of the box with built-in cartography, worldwide satellite imagery, and a new streamlined user interface. The 430-series comes preloaded with coast-to-coast cartography for inland U.S. waters, of which over 5000 of these lakes and navigable waters include invaluable details such as extra resolution, depth contours, boat ramps, mile markers, hazards, marinas, campgrounds, area roads, and more. (Contiguous 48 states only) The powerful built-in analog sounder found in the 430s and 430sx can scan as deep as 900' (in dual beam mode) and features UltraScroll for high-speed screen updates. The 430s and 430sx also offer split-screen viewing of map and sounder data for easy, continuous reference. The 430x and 430sx includes the GXM 31 Smart Antenna. With a subscription to XM Satellite Weather, the 430x and 430sx can provide continuously-delivered weather on the unit's high-resolution sunlight-readable display. Vital weather data, such as NEXRAD radar, forecasts, and current conditions is graphically displayed directly on the chart - so you can spend more time enjoying the water and less time worrying about the weather.
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