StarTech.com 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch with 4K 60Hz DisplayPort Output and Integrated Cables

StarTech 2-Port USB-C Cable KVM Switch, 4K 60Hz DisplayPort Output, Compact KVM with 4ft/1.2m Integrated Host Cables, Bus Powered

The StarTech.com C2-D46-UC2-CBL-KVM is a compact and versatile KVM switch designed for seamless management of two USB Type-C laptops or desktops. This device allows users to share a high-resolution 4K 60Hz DisplayPort monitor, keyboard, mouse, and audio input/output devices between two hosts, enhancing productivity and workspace efficiency. Its small form factor and bus-powered design eliminate the need for external power supplies, enabling quick and straightforward setup with integrated 4-foot host cables that provide extended reach and reduce connector strain. The switch supports all major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS, and is compatible with hardware platforms such as Intel, AMD, and Apple M1/M2 chips, as well as USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 interfaces. Users can switch between connected devices either via the remote push button, equipped with a 1.5-meter cable for flexible placement, or through hotkey commands utilizing downloadable software. This software suite offers additional features like custom window layouts, network security improvements, USB device monitoring, and Wi-Fi auto-switching, making it ideal for IT professionals and support teams. The package includes the KVM switch and a quick-start guide, backed by a two-year limited warranty. Designed for desktop environments, this environmentally friendly device complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) and is built to streamline device management without sacrificing performance or compatibility.

Features:

• 4K 60Hz USB-C KVM switch: Enables sharing of one 4K 60Hz DisplayPort monitor, keyboard, mouse, and audio devices between two USB Type-C DP Alt Mode-enabled laptops or desktops

• Ready-to-use design: Small form factor with integrated cables and no external power adapter allows rapid deployment; includes 4-foot host cables for extended reach and reduced port strain

• Multiple switching options: Use the remote push button with a 1.5-meter cable or hotkey commands via downloadable software to switch between connected devices seamlessly; software also supports independent audio switching

• Universal compatibility: Works with any operating system, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS; compatible with all hardware platforms such as Intel, AMD, and Apple M1/M2; supports USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3/4 interfaces

• Enhanced support for IT professionals: Includes connectivity tools such as device monitoring, network security utilities, and layout management, ideal for IT help desks and support environments