IOGEAR GCS1734 MiniView Extreme Multimedia KVMP Switch with Cables

Average customer rating: 3.0

Satisfied
Works For Me
Never buy an IOGEAR KVM switch
Iogear needs to release firmware upgrade
Pass this one up

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IOGEAR GCS1734 MiniView Extreme Multimedia KVMP Switch with Cables

Manufacturer: IOGEAR
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B0000V3OKM

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Product Description

Iogear's new MiniView Extreme Multimedia KVM and Peripheral Sharing Switch brings extra value to conventional KVM switches by offering USB peripheral sharing capabilities, audio and microphone support, and multi-platform support for Windows, Mac, and Sun systems using USB or PS/2. USB and KVM technology together makes cross-platform management easy. A single USB console can control PCs, Macs, or even Sun workstations, and share peripherals and audio devices between the computers. Any USB-enabled computers, using any USB-compatible operating system, can benefit from the efficiency, expense reduction and convenience of Iogear's Miniview Extreme KVMP switch. Allows PC keyboards to simulate Mac and Sun special keys through Hotkeys Features AutoScan mode to monitor all computers LED display for easy status monitoring Extra convenience offered through sharing of speakers and microphone Easy installation - no software required, hot swappable Compact design for easy placement Housing Case - Plastic & Metal Port Selection - Push button, Hot Keys Peripheral Sharing - USB, selected through Hotkeys Video Resolution - 2048x1536 Max Power Consumption - Bus powered, power adapter for additional power Audio - 4 x stereo speaker, 4 x Microphone Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor - 4 x SPDB15 Peripherals - 2 x USB Type A System requirements - Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS 8.6 or greater, Sun Solaris work station, Linux, UNIX, Audio - Only support 2-piece, powered speakers systems Unit Dimensions - Depth 3.5 (8.89 cm) x Width 8 (20.32 cm) x Height 1.7 inch (4.318 cm) Unit Weight - 1.1 pounds (0.50 kg)

Customer Reviews:

Satisfied.......2007-04-09

I have used the IOGEAR GSC1734 for more than two years, and overall I'm satisfied. I use it to connect an HP xw4100 and a Thinkpad T30 connected via a docking station. I have occasionally experienced delays and unresponsiveness, and once or twice I've had to unplug a PS/2 keyboard. (I've used both a PS/2 and USB keyboard and mouse.) This KVM seemed to be the top choice when I purchased it. I am researching KVMs now to connect two computers for the kids, and expected to see a lot of great choices that include USB, audio and microphones; but they are still relatively pricey, and all seem to generate some complaints. So, I'll probably purchase another IOGEAR GSC1734.

Works For Me.......2007-03-29

I understand that most people will write a review only if they have some type of problem. I don't seem to have the same problems that others have experienced. I was a little concerned with the fact that I have a Microsoft Wireless Laser Keyboard 6000 and mouse. The wireless received has only one USB plug. I contacted Iogear asking if my keyboard would work. They assured me that it would but the hot-key would not. This is the case. I prefer using the buttons on the device anyway, so this was a non-issue for me. I discovered that I had to plug the receiver into the USB socket in the front, not the one in the back. I find it a little strange and would have prefered to plug it in the back, but not a real big issue. I like the fact that all the cables came with the KVM. I had to purchase the cables seperately for the previous PS2 KVM that I was using.

Never buy an IOGEAR KVM switch.......2006-11-06

I had a 2 port KVM switch from IOGEAR and it never worked with my IBM thinkpad from work. I did not pay much attention to it because I could work without the switch.

When I added one more computer for photo storage and sharing, I needed a new KVM switch that has more than 2 ports. I bought one from IOGEAR and it did not work with my IBM thinkpad. This time I wanted to try something that works with my Thinkpad so I returned it got this one (GCS1734). It did not work either. I don't think the Thinkpads use nVidia chipsets. I paid about $180 for this silly hardware. Can you believe that just a switch costs $180 whereas you can get a computer (Negroponte's computer) for $150? Even Fry's sell a computer that is $200.

This rip off still doesn't work. I don't know what the alternatives are. I do not want to spend more money and experiment with other KVM switches. Someone said Belkin KVM switches are a bit more expensive but does the job. I am not taking that chance right now.

Iogear needs to release firmware upgrade.......2006-08-24

There are compatibility problems with this KVM, and Iogear seems unconcerned.

I had to downgrade my Dell Dimension E510 BIOS from level A05 down to level A02 in order to get the GSC1734 to work.

Pass this one up.......2006-04-08

My mouse is jerky and simply freezes from time to time. The keyboard is out of control giving me multiple key strokes instead of just one. Some times it just stops working, and you have to unplug everything to get it reset again. In stead of saving effort and time I have extra work to pull everything out and unplug it from the computer before I can reset it.

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