Alright, I got a HDMI->DP adapter and a DP->HDMI cable and hooked everything up like in the diagram.
Bizarrely (to me), everything works except that the secondary monitor is not detected by either machine. Switching between machines works fine, the primary display works fine, but the secondary...
Problem: DP-only KVM switch connection uncertainty with multiple displays and computers that don't all support DP.
There are two displays:
* Primary: Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx 24.5". 1080p native up to 360hz. DisplayPort 1.4 // 2xHDMI 2.0
* Secondary: Some generic old LG 24.5". 1080p native...
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What are you using the system for?
Mostly gaming. The hardware intensive games I play are "simulation" games (think Factorio) that are more CPU bound than GPU bound. I do not play the latest marquee games with the biggest and baddest graphics etc.
What's your...
I live in SF Bay area California. I want to break down an old build and send it across the country to family as a hand-me-down. But looking online it seems the boxes to safely ship hard drives and whatnot are bizarrely expensive. Does anyone have advice on where to get these on the cheap? e.g...
Check WASDkeyboards.com. They are pricy but they let you customize everything.
Blue switches are best for typing. Red switches are best for gaming. Browns are probably a good middle-ground.
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