Digitus KVM switch, 2 port, Single Display 4K HDMI

The DIGITUS KVM Switch 2-Port Single Display 4K HDMI lets you control two computers with one HDMI monitor, a single USB keyboard and a USB mouse. It supports UHD resolution up to 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30 Hz with FreeSync and provides audio switching for microphone and speaker connections. The unit has a compact metal housing and front-side LEDs to indicate the active PC and function status.

Advantages

This KVM switch removes the need to replug cables manually by offering convenient switching via a front-panel button or keyboard hotkey. It includes an integrated USB hub with a front USB-A port for additional peripherals that can be assigned to the active computer. The device is plug-and-play with BIOS-level hardware recognition, supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio, and offers clear status indication through LEDs.

Suitable for

• Workstations where two PCs must share a single HDMI monitor
• Home or small office setups requiring keyboard and mouse control of two computers
• Environments needing basic audio switching between two systems
• Setups that require a compact, sturdy KVM with a front-access USB port

Key specifications

• Model: DIGITUS DS-12870
• Video output: HDMI, up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, FreeSync support
• Keyboard / Mouse: USB ports for keyboard and mouse
• USB hub: Front USB-A port for peripheral sharing
• Audio: Microphone and speaker connections; supports Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master Audio
• Control: Front-panel switch and keyboard hotkey
• Indicators: LED status and function displays on front
• Housing: Metal
• Included cables: KVM cable set (included)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 132 x 92 x 44 mm
• Weight: 0.465 kg
• Number of computers: 2

How to use

Connect the two source computers to the KVM switch using the supplied KVM cables (HDMI for video and USB for keyboard/mouse), and connect the HDMI output to your monitor. Plug in keyboard and mouse to the USB ports on the switch, and optionally connect a USB device to the front USB-A port. Connect microphone and speaker cables if audio switching is required. Power on both computers and the monitor; the switch functions via BIOS-level plug-and-play so no drivers are necessary. Use the front-panel button or the configured keyboard hotkey to toggle control between the two computers.

Recommendations

For reliable 4K output, use high-quality HDMI cables rated for 4K at 30 Hz. If you plan to share large-capacity external drives via the front USB-A port, safely eject the device from the active computer before switching to avoid data corruption.