KVM Switch, that doesn't require drivers

[SomethingEat]

Hi! I need a kVM switch that doesn't require drivers and is "play and play" type of thing, i plan to use it for one windows and one linux machnie. I don't really need monitor plug either, just mouse and keyboard, but i'd must be reliable and meant to be used.

Best Regards

 

[it_dont_work]

I've been using a small powered usb hub. two leads on the back one to my main machine, the other to my work laptop and just switch plugs.

 

EDIT: just thought about it, since when does a kvm switch need a driver? none of my old ones ever did, they have a god dam switch on them.

[SCHISCHKA]

https://symless.com/synergy

[SomethingEat]

28 minutes ago, it_dont_work said:

I've been using a small powered usb hub. two leads on the back one to my main machine, the other to my work laptop and just switch plugs.

 

EDIT: just thought about it, since when does a kvm switch need a driver? none of my old ones ever did, they have a god dam switch on them.

i've bought two and they both came with drivers, but would work with linux, seems most of them need them this days, i just want something simple like you described don't really care about fancy functions

 

[SomethingEat]

25 minutes ago, SCHISCHKA said:

https://symless.com/synergy

Thanks! looks very interesting! but  i need one that is not software based, want to play with different distros, want a hardwere one

 

[paddy-stone]

A USB switch would be better, I used to use one with no probs, it's only USB 2.0 but shouldn't matter for just keyb/mouse.

 

[edit] something like this https://www.amazon.co.uk/UGREEN-Sharing-Keyboard-Scanner-Printer/dp/B01MXXQKGM/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1495281451&sr=8-13&keywords=usb+switch