StarTech.com 2-Port Hybrid USB-C DisplayPort KVM Switch with 4K 60Hz Support

StarTech 2-Port Hybrid USB-C DisplayPort Cable KVM Switch, 4K 60Hz, Compact KVM with 6ft/1.8m USB-A & 4ft/1.2m USB-C Integrated Cables

The StarTech.com C2-D46-UAC-CBL-KVM is a compact and ready-to-use hybrid KVM switch designed for seamless switching between a desktop with USB-A and DisplayPort connections and a laptop with USB-C (DP Alt Mode). This versatile device enables users to share a single keyboard, mouse, audio input/output devices, and a 4K 60Hz DisplayPort monitor across two host computers, enhancing productivity and simplifying device management. Its small form factor, integrated cables, and bus-powered design allow for rapid deployment without the need for external power adapters, making it suitable for both office and home setups. The device includes built-in 6ft/1.8m USB-A, DisplayPort, and audio cables for the desktop, along with 4ft/1.2m USB-C and audio cables for the laptop, ensuring plug-and-play operation with minimal setup time.Compatibility spans all major operating systems including Windows 7 through Windows 11, macOS Sierra through Monterey, ChromeOS, and Linux. It supports all hardware platforms such as Intel, AMD, and Apple M1/M2 devices, and works seamlessly with USB-C, USB4, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4 interfaces. The switch offers two control options: a remote push button with a 1.5m cable for easy placement within the setup or hotkey commands through downloadable software, allowing users to switch between hosts effortlessly. Additionally, the software enables independent audio switching, so audio can be routed from one computer while controlling the other, further improving user flexibility.The device comes with comprehensive connectivity tools, including a quick-start guide, and is environmentally friendly with WEEE certification. Weighing approximately 13.4 oz, this desktop KVM switch is built for professional environments that demand reliable, high-resolution video and peripheral sharing capabilities. Whether managing multiple systems in an office or supporting a multimedia workstation, the StarTech.com KVM switch provides a dependable, efficient solution for modern connectivity needs.

Features:

• 4K 60Hz hybrid KVM switch: Enables switching between a USB-A/DisplayPort desktop and a USB-C DP-Alt Mode enabled laptop to share peripherals and a monitor

• Ready-to-use design: Small form factor with integrated cables and no external power required; includes 6ft/1.8m USB-A, DisplayPort, and Audio cables for desktop, and 4ft/1.2m USB-C and Audio cables for laptop

• Wide compatibility: Supports all major operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS; compatible with hardware platforms such as Intel, AMD, and Apple M1/M2; works with USB-C, USB4, Thunderbolt 3/4

• Flexible switching options: Remote push button with 1.5m cable and hotkey commands via downloadable software; software allows independent audio routing

• Included connectivity tools: Comes with a quick-start guide and is environmentally certified with WEEE compliance