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3 IPS monitors, switching between 2 different systems

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Hi - I recently bought 3 IPS monitors that I am now using on my desktop machine running Ubuntu.

 

I'm starting to use OSX for some development as well and will need to be able to switch the displays from my macbook air to the desktop (ubuntu) easily without unplugging too many cables. Is there any elegant solution you know of?

 

A quick Google search revelas this (http://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-Dynadock-Docking-Station-PA3927U1PRP/dp/B006ZGWJU2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1371518223&sr=1-1&keywords=toshiba+dock), but it is quite pricey.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KVM_switch

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Yep KVM switch with USB ports so you can plug your keyboard+mouse into it and use them on both machines.

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Thanks! Super fast response!

 

Any particular models you'd recommend? Are there any major considerations given the mac air limitations?

anything.

Main Rig: -FX8150 -32gb Kingston HyperX BLUE -120gb Kingston HyperX SSD -1TB WD Black -ASUS R9 270 DCUII OC -Corsair 300r -Full specs on Profile


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