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    Cutting VGA Cord off of KVM switch?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Any_Key, Jul 20, 2015.

  1. Any_Key

    Any_Key Notebook Evangelist

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    I bought a IOGEAR 2-Port USB KVM Switch ( GCS22U) because I wanted the 2 USB connectors for keyboard and mouse instead of the 1 shared, but forgot about the VGA connectors. I don't plan on using the display port at all, just need to be able to switch keyboard/mouse between desktop and laptop.

    I'm want to snip off the VGA cable part and cover with electrical tape (yeah kind of OCD when it comes to appearance of my electronics when they are in sight). I'm cool with burning a $20.00 cable if that doesn't work but the part I'm concerned about is if doing this will cause an electrical surge frying the computer or laptop.

    My knowledge in this area is basically bleh when it comes to electrical engineering. Anyone weigh in on this? Should be fine, or don't do it?
     
    Any_Key, Jul 20, 2015
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  2. Mr.Koala

    Mr.Koala Notebook Virtuoso

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    Use an anti-dust cover and be done with it.
     
    Last edited: Jul 22, 2015
    Mr.Koala, Jul 20, 2015
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