IOGEAR
IOGear 4 x 4 USB 2.0 Peripheral Sharing Switch
Maximize your desk space and productivity with the IOGEAR 4x4 USB Peripheral Sharing Switch. This efficient solution lets you conveniently share four USB devices, like a keyboard, mouse, or printer, across four different computers. Switching control is simple, requiring just the press of a button. It supports high-speed USB 3.0 data transfer rates up to 5Gbps, perfect for modern peripherals, while maintaining backward compatibility with older USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices. The switch includes LED indicators to show the active computer and supports hot-plugging for easy system changes without powering down.
$81.00
Owner Satisfaction
3.7
/ 5
Category Rank
1303
/ 1363
#1303 in KVM Switches
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
8
Who it's for
- Cost-Effective Peripheral Sharing
- Simple Switching Mechanism
- Broad OS Compatibility and Plug-and-Play
Who should skip it
- Limited to USB 2.0 Speeds
- Requires External Power for Reliability
- No Simultaneous Access
Key Specs
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
8
Dimensions
95.3 mm (3.72 ") Width x 26.9 mm (1.05 ") Depth x 95.3 mm (3.72 ") Height
Weight
136 g (0.3 lbs)
Operating temperature range
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature range
-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity
0 - 80 %
Compatibility
USB 3.0, USB 2.0, USB 1.1
LED indicators
Yes
Features
- Share four USB devices among four computers
- Simple push-button switching
- High-speed USB 3.0 data transfer up to 5Gbps
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
- LED indicates active computer
- Supports hot-plugging
- Over-current protection for safety
- USB powered
What customers say
This USB sharing switch is highly valued for the convenience it brings to multi-PC setups, allowing users to easily share up to four peripherals across four computers without constant cable changes. Setup is generally simple plug and play, and the dual switching options via button or software enhance workflow flexibility. The core benefit is productivity gain in SOHO environments using low-demand devices. However, a significant drawback involves long-term reliability. Some users experience intermittent connection drops or freezing that requires restarting the unit. While excellent for basic sharing needs, the USB 2.0 speed may limit high-throughput devices. Expect occasional troubleshooting for consistent performance.
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