My preferred keyboard and mouse need 2 usb ports each (thanks, razer).
This has put me in a bind because I need to kvm for work purposes and none seem to be setup for kb/m that need 2 usb ports each.
Would plugging a 2 slot usb hub into each input slot on the kvm where I'd normally put the kb and mouse work?
The kvm switch I'll be using is powered from each of the PCs I will be using (2 PC, one monitor setup).
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I had exactly the same issue with a Corsair keyboard.
So I took a self-powered USB hub, plugged in BOTH connections of the keyboard (and the wireless mouse dongle). Then connected the USB hub to the KVM.
And it works.
Most modern USB KVM switches will work with a keyboard/mouse attached by USB hub.
(Many USB dongles with a wireless mouse/keyboard set are actually USB hubs internally. If those work a separate hub will work too. The KVM can't really tell the difference.)
Please note that you will need a self-powered hub that can supply enough power for both devices. The KVM will not be able to power the USB hub and the devices on its own.
USB splitter doesn't exist, and if it existed then it would only do mirroring of "something".
However, KVM for two USB ports seems to exist. A quick search found theATEN CS22U KVM Switchbox - 2 Computer(s) - 1 Local User(s) - 2048 x 1536-6 x USB - 3 x VGA:
I only give this as an example and I have no experience with this device or similar ones and cannot guarantee that they will work for you.
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