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Could I use this to switch back and forth between a macbook pro and a Lenovo laptop (sharing one keyboard and mouse) while using monitors for each computer? Also, is the switch mechanism easy to use (not to small) so I can switch back and forth with ease.
Thank you for your inquiry,

If you are looking to switch the USB ports only (for keyboard and mouse) while using 2 separate monitors, the Aten US224 would work for that purpose.

Here is an image of the Aten US224 in-scale:

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The size of the unit / switching should not be a problem, the unit features a separate remote button for that purpose:

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That being said, this USB switch is really meant for USB peripheral devices, and does not feature USB Keyboard and Mouse (USB-HID) emulation. KB/MS emulation prevents any lag in the mouse and key strokes, inconsistent offset of the devices (keeps them in-sync), and possible occasional dropping of the devices. If you will be using this switch on a regular or semi-regular basis, I would strongly recommend going with a Keyboard and Mouse Switch such as the Cybex SVKM120 (basic) or SmartAVI SKM-04S (lets you switch automatically based on mouse position / movement - note the paragraph about \'PASS Seamless Mouse Switching\', and the mouse icon in the application diagram), or a KVM Switch (simply don\'t plug in the monitors; However, Keyboard-Mouse switches may include more specific features for your application) such as the Aten CS72D or Aten CS1762A (includes cables).

If you are looking to control both PCs using the same keyboard, mouse, and 1 monitor, I would recommend going with a KVM Switch such as the Aten CS72D or the Aten CS1762A (includes cables). This recommendation may change however depending on required video quality, video type(s) (both above are DVI), use types (local vs anywhere over the network vs extended from the unit), audio type, security clearance, daily use, extra peripheral ports, etc. If you would like a recommendation for the ideal KVM for your application, please feel free to contact your KVM Switches Online sales expert directly.
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How does your remote port selector work? Please can you explain?
Thank you for your inquiry. If we understand your question correctly, this device is used to share up to 4 USB peripherals between 2 computers. The remote port selector is simply a wired switch that extends from the device an additional 1.8M with a button, that when pressed, switches which computer has access to the attached devices.

This allows the switch to be placed under a desk or other hidden location with the remote button in easy reach to quickly swap which computer has access to the USB devices.
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Hi, other then remote port selector, what are the other way (hotkey) to switch between PCs?
Thank you for your inquiry,

It appears that the remote port selector is the only way to switch between the computers.
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